How Do You Take Care Of A Deployed Soldiers Dogs?
When a soldier is deployed, there are many things that must be considered. One is: who will take care of his beloved dog? If you will be the one to provide that care, it is important to remember that the dog will feel suffering over the profound loss of a loved one and will not understand that the person will be coming back. By showing empathy while establishing dominance, you will be able to provide a loving home while the dog’s favorite soldier is away. Be empathetic. Remember that in the dog’s eyes, he has lost an important family member. Also, since dogs don’t understand schedules and that their person will be coming back, they might show signs of depression such as not eating or lethargy. Dogs might also show behaviors that they would not normally do, such as having accidents in the house. Patience through this adjustment period will be very important. Establish dominance. The dog needs to know that you are in charge. This avoids confusion as to what the role he is to play in the
