Dog With Separation Anxiety Finds Comfort In Human Mannequin

For most dogs, a favorite toy might be a stuffed animal, a squeaky ball, or a well-loved blanket. But Dino has something much more unusual waiting for him whenever his family leaves the house. It’s a life-sized human mannequin named Holland, dressed in his parents’ clothes, and this unexpected companion has made an enormous difference for a dog who has struggled with separation anxiety since puppyhood. What began as a desperate attempt to help Dino feel comfortable alone has turned into a surprisingly funny household routine. His family never imagined that a human-shaped doll could help him settle down, but after trying different ways to ease his distress, they finally found something that seemed to work. Credit: YouTube Dino Had Always Struggled With Being Alone Dino’s separation anxiety wasn’t something that suddenly appeared as he grew older. According to his family, he had experienced difficulties being left alone since he was a puppy, and his distress eventually became so intense that ordinary outings were difficult for everyone involved. His mom explained that leaving the house had become a major challenge. Whenever she returned, she would find Dino visibly stressed, and know...