fourzenuff asked:


My dog at the moment is only 5 months old. He is wonderful and I, being a stay at home mom, normally take him almost everywhere I go. But there are obviously times when he needs to stay home for a couple hours by himself. This is when he gets destructive. Not real bad but as he gets older it could get worse. Do you think getting another dog could help this? I’ve always had more than one dog at a time. This is actually the first time I’ve had only one. I’ve never had to deal with separation anxiety in a dog but I know it exists. Thanks. Please no stupid remarks or comments. I know how to take care of my dog.
Just in case anyone asks, the one I have is an Australian Shepherd. He is learning obedience and flyball and gets plenty of exercise and attention when we’re home.

Ms.Laura asked:


I am diagnosed with social anxiety and panic attacks. I was put on Zoloft 50 mgs by my doc about 5 months ago. My anxiety is still there and same with panic attacks. I THINK the Zoloft may even be increasing my anxiety, for lately it is out of control. A close family member gives me Xanax occasionally, and I take when needed. Such as when my anxiety gets bad when I have to go to the store or a social outting. AND it works wonders. It doesnot have to be xanax, I just DONT understand why I was put on Zoloft something i have to take everyday, and perfer not to do, rather then something that I can take when needed?
I am looking for something, not for depression for I know I AM NOT depressed and i always do not want something to take everyday. Just when needed.
Thanks Meg. Yes I do not want to be precieved as a “druggie” I just want help to control my anxiety. I am willing to continue the everday antidepressant. I just did something to assist the social anixety and panic attacks. I do admitt, the Zoloft in the past months has lighten my moods.