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12-03-2006, 10:51 AM | #16 |
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| This might sound crazy but I have had S.A.D since I was 6 and I have a lightbox that I still use in the winter when it's dark and gloomy. It makes such a difference with Simon that it's amazing. He is just like Maddie in the winter, he just seems depressed so I use the light box for 15 minutes in the morning and about 30minutes in the evening. We are sending Maddie a ton of kisses and lots of sunshine |
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12-03-2006, 10:56 AM | #17 |
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| I think you are right...the SSD. I am prone to depression and it's always worse in the winter. I hate winter and the freezing cold! I'm sure my mood hasn't helped Maddie either. I am amazed to see that Maddie is not the only furbaby who seems depressed! It must have something to do with the weather! I'm going to start getting Maddie out more and make sure I find time to let her walk the treadmill each day. She needs exercise and sure isn't getting it by sleeping! And, Villette...I have thought long and hard about a playmate for Maddie. I have to think of double vet bills and all the costs...and...I am so scared that if I got a puppy, that Maddie wouldn't like her. I also think about training a puppy in the winter. I trained Maddie in winter time...she wouldn't use the pee pad...it had to be outside in the frick'n cold! And one more thing, Villette...I didn't tell you everything about her rotten do. Her front legs are shaped so the hair just sticks out and she looks like a shorty wearing high water pants because her feet show. I figure that's going to take a year to get it grown out again. I've half a notion to just shave her down completely...but not a good idea in the winter! Abbie...thank you, you sweetie! Maddie sends thank you's and kisses!!!
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12-03-2006, 11:26 AM | #18 |
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| I sent you a pm. Baby is doing the same thing. It is the cold weather. Poor little babies!!
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12-04-2006, 11:47 AM | #19 |
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| Maddie and my Maddie need to take a break. Lets all go down to an Island where its warm and let the doggies play on the beach and sipe Margiritas. lol That would cheer anyone up. My Maddie did the same thing yesterday. It was so cold here. Maybe try to have a few play date with your sisters dog and see if it makes a difference.. if so think about that new puppy. lol |
12-04-2006, 12:30 PM | #20 | |
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12-04-2006, 01:21 PM | #21 | |
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12-04-2006, 01:29 PM | #22 |
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| Rogaine for dogs? Isn't that for hair loss...hahahahahahaha! crack'n up here. Maybe I'm wrong. Before I ever posted here about Maddie's depression, I did a search on it and found that they do actually give some dogs paxil. I would never let Maddie take it though! Maddie is acting happy today...first time in a long time! YeeeeeeeeHaaaaaaaaaaa!
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12-04-2006, 01:33 PM | #23 |
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| Ohhhh...Duhhhhh....maybe you meant for Maddie's hair to grow faster. I thought you were thinking of an antidepressant. LOL It struck me funny thinking you were meaning and antidepressant and said Rogaine. hahaha Just never mind that last post!
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12-04-2006, 01:42 PM | #24 | |
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12-05-2006, 05:10 PM | #25 |
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| Sometimes we forget how much dogs sleep --- 14 to 18 hours a day is common for a house dog.... I know in the summer when I let my out a lot - they do run and play more - there are so places to explore and there is so much more going on....bushse and trees and bugs and birds and all that - sometimes even other dogs..... but even outside, they like lie around and take naps in the sun. Then winter comes -- and our dogs are inside most of the time -- you'll have to admit that there really isn't much for them to do. I'll bet you if anything exciting ever does happen, they are up and wnat to be right in the middle of it. Also, I know whenever company comes over, mine are up and very excited. But - I have a 6-year-old Bichon and a 14-month old Yorkie that are sleeping winter days away at my house. Yet - I know they aren't depressed and I know nothing is wrong. If I get their leashes and ask them if they want to go outside - WOW - they're up and ready to go. If company comes over - they are excited and want to play - when I first get home from work, they are very happy and excited. I would imagine that most of your dogs aren't depressed at all - and there is nothing wrong with them..... they are just in their winter mode - that is being caused by having to be in the house so much - and think about it -- just what is there to do in the house? Not much! And, let's face it - sleeping and lying around really is a rather enjoyable comfortable thing to do. I think it's good to get them outside for walks - more now than we do in the summer. And - have company - and take them places once in a while. But other than this - just let them lie around and enjoy their lazy, cozy life. Spring will come and they'll get outside more - and life will begin anew! I know when winter comes and it's cold outside and I'm spending more time inside --- I often say, this would be a good day to just cuddle up around the fireplace and read a good book! (I never say this in the summer.....) Carol Jean |
12-05-2006, 05:30 PM | #26 |
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12-05-2006, 05:32 PM | #27 | |
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12-05-2006, 07:12 PM | #28 |
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12-05-2006, 10:50 PM | #29 | |
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12-06-2006, 01:38 AM | #30 |
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| Quote: "It irks me that you say our dogs aren't depressed when you aren't here to see them. It doesn't take a rocket scientist for an owner to know when their dog is depressed and possibly ill. . . ." Whoa Girl!! I apologize for upsetting you. I was just trying to point out - that lying around the house - and sleeping more than usual in the winter - isn't always necessarily a sign of depression.... and it isn't. I put one of my dogs to sleep last year - and my other dog really wasn't himself. He was grieving and it was very obvious and very understandable too. It was sad. But, thankfully a new puppy brought him back to life. There isn't a lot on the Internet about dogs being depressed - so, it obviously isn't very common, but I did find this ... and other articles similar to this.... -------------------------------------------------------------------- Like humans, dogs do occasionally suffer from bouts of depression. They get mopey, lethargic, stop eating, and drink only minimal amounts of water, stop wanting to play, and even lose drastic amounts of weight. What can cause this in pets? Grief, change of scenery, or sometimes it is a chemical imbalance, needing medication to correct it. Even the weather can adversely affect a normally happy dog. Or your health. As a pet owner, how do you fight an invisible, inner enemy? The first step is recognizing the problem. You've ruled out all the possible physical causes with help from your veterinarian, now it is time to start looking at the mental causes. Has your pet recently lost a friend? Perhaps a neighbourhood dog he played with is gone, be it on vacation, or gone over the Rainbow Bridge, but gone nonetheless? Or perhaps his child grew up and moved out? Losing a playmate, especially an in-home playmate is often a reason for canine depression. --------------------------------------------- I looks like grief is the most common cause for a dog to be depressed, but it did mention a few other causes also. Hopefully, your dog has no medical problems. I hope you can figure out what is causing the change in her behavior and can help her feel better. Good luck! Carol Jean |
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