How to get your dog out of depression

A beloved pet is a part of the family. That's why it's so difficult to see a pet become depressed and listless. Moving, adding a new pet or a new baby or experiencing the death of another pet can all cause depression in a pet.
Some of the best ways to help your depressed dog feel happy again include:

Some extra attention: Just a little extra attention can go a long way with a depressed dog. Sit with them often, showing you support and care for them as much as you always have. This can be especially helpful if you think the root cause of your dog’s depression is due to being lonely throughout the day while you are at work.Try going outside more often: Sometimes we forget that dogs were originally wild animals who love nature and the outdoors. This is still rooted into our dog’s instincts so his depression could be linked to lack of outdoor activity. Try getting your dog to go on more walks or to play fetch with you in the yard. If this seems to cheer him up a bit, then do this periodically throughout the day and you are sure to see long-term improvement.
Visit a veterinarian for depression medications if rewarding positive behaviors and spending more time with your dog is not working. Medications for depressed dogs are the same as for depressed humans, which include Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft. It can take two months for depression medication to work on dogs, but dogs should be much improved after 6 to 12 months.

Spend more time with your dog to try and get him out of a depressed mode. Spend more time playing games with your dog and doing things he enjoys, like walking, exercising or even riding around in cars. Also, spend more time just petting or cuddling with your dog.