Pets are often considered members of the family. They bring joy, companionship, and unconditional love into our lives. However, just like humans, animals can also experience emotional struggles, including depression. Although pets cannot verbally express their feelings, their behavior often reveals when something is wrong. Depression in pets can occur for several reasons such as changes in environment, loss of a companion, lack of attention, illness, or stress. Pet owners who understand the signs of depression can respond early and provide the necessary care to improve their pet’s emotional well being.
