In the wild, acute stress (the "fight or flight" response) saves lives. However, in a domestic setting, chronic stress kills. When a cat is repeatedly stressed by a dominant housemate or a dog suffers from separation anxiety, their bodies flood with cortisol and adrenaline. Over time, this chronic hormonal imbalance leads to:
In addition to medical treatment, Dr. Rodriguez also recommended changes to Raja's environment to reduce stress and stimulate his natural behaviors. She suggested providing him with more space to roam, as well as enriching his enclosure with new toys, hiding places, and social interaction.
In the wild, acute stress (the "fight or flight" response) saves lives. However, in a domestic setting, chronic stress kills. When a cat is repeatedly stressed by a dominant housemate or a dog suffers from separation anxiety, their bodies flood with cortisol and adrenaline. Over time, this chronic hormonal imbalance leads to:
In addition to medical treatment, Dr. Rodriguez also recommended changes to Raja's environment to reduce stress and stimulate his natural behaviors. She suggested providing him with more space to roam, as well as enriching his enclosure with new toys, hiding places, and social interaction.
