Home alone

AT last, there is a roadmap out of lockdown—schools have opened their doors, hairdressing appointments have been secured and pub tables hastily booked. However, as we creep towards the light at the end of the tunnel, spare a thought for our canine companions. For them, it has been a remarkable year of round-the-clock family time, but, as restrictions ease, it is crucial to help our dogs adjust to post-lockdown life.

‘We should expect that behavioural issues. ‘Our lives have changed, as have those of our dogs, so it’s not surprising that older dogs may also experience anxiety.’