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Does Your Dog or Cat Suffer from Fear, Anxiety, or Stress?
It’s Time to Call In the Experts
Dear Pet Parent,
Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to help ease your dog’s or cat’s anxiety? Are you heartbroken watching your pet suffer from symptoms of anxiety like whining, hiding, panting, drooling, and becoming downright terrified when something triggers them?
In 2017, I founded the first Pet Anxiety Awareness Month to help pet parents just like you.
According to a 2022 survey, about 57% of American dogs and nearly 60% of American cats experience signs of anxiety on a regular basis.
Why is this a big deal? Because according to Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta, “Pets who have anxiety can experience what is akin to a human panic attack.” That is, they’re truly suffering!
Let’s do better by our pets.
Please use this and the following pages as your guide to understanding pet anxiety so you can help your dog or cat regain their peace and live their best life.
Buck, the dog who inspired Pet Anxiety Awareness Month.
Meet the Experts
Kristen Levine
Kristen Levine Fear Free certified and is a nationally acclaimed pet expert and influencer with over 30 years’ experience. She’s helped millions of pet parents provide the best care at every stage of their pet’s life through her articles, book, and speaking events.
Dr. Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB
Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service. She is one of only 90 board certified veterinary behaviorists in the United States, and currently serves on the Fear Free Advisory Board and the AAHA Behavior Management Task Force.
Dr. Marty Becker
Dr. Marty Becker, “America’s Veterinarian,” has spent his life working toward better health for pets. He is the founder of Fear Free™, an initiative to take the fear out of vet visits.
Dr. Amy Pike, DVM, DACVB, IAABC-CDBC
Dr. Pike is a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist who specializes in preserving the human-animal bond, treating medical causes of behavior problems, and helping families fully appreciate the pet they have.
Dr. Valarie Tynes, DVM
Dr. Tynes has been a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists since 2003 and is Board Certified in Animal Welfare. She has been actively involved in the Fear Free initiative since its inception and serves on the Fear Free Speakers Bureau.
Sharon L. Campbell, DVM, MS, DACVIM
Dr. Campbell became Fear Free Certified in 2016 and is on the Fear Free Advisory Board and Board of Directors for IVAPM.
Mikkel Becker, Certified Dog Trainer
Mikkel Becker is a certified professional dog trainer, dog behavior counselor, and behavior consultant for canines. As the lead trainer at Fear Free, she helps create calm spaces for pets at home and beyond.
Dr. Alison Gerken, DVM
Dr. Alison Gerken is passionate about the physical and emotional well-being of pets. She most enjoys providing support and guidance to families as they advocate for their pet's quality of life. In addition to behavior consulting, Dr. Gerken is passionate about educating the veterinary and pet parent communities on animal behavior and welfare topics.
Reconcile is an FDA-approved medication for the treatment of separation anxiety in dogs in conjunction with behavior modification training. Reconcile is a once-a-day flavored, chewable tablet prescribed by your veterinarian. Reconcile achieves a calmer frame of mind in dogs, making them more receptive to training.
At DOGTV, we’re here to help you recognize the signs and support your dog’s emotional well-being. We’ve created a special 60-minute episode of The Experts: Smart Talk for Pet Lovers, airing daily from June 6 to July 4, 2025, where you can learn about all aspects of dog anxiety—from causes and symptoms to expert tips for relief.
Pet insurance from Nationwide® is a tool to help pet parents manage the costs for veterinary care so they can care for their dog the way they want. Nationwide offers dog insurance options to accommodate the priorities, and preferences of every pet family. Their customizable pet insurance allows your dog to get the care they need without putting financial strain on your family.
