You finally made it to the beach. The suitcase is unpacked, the umbrella drink has arrived and before you fully settle into vacation mode, you do what many pet owners do: You pull out your phone to FaceTime the friend, family member or dog sitter who’s watching your dog back at home.

Your pup hears your voice, cocks their head, maybe even runs toward the front door. Those cute gestures likely feel reassuring for you.

But according to a veterinarian, that virtual screen-time reunion may not be as comforting for your dog as it is for you.

This advice comes as pet owners become increasingly anxious about leaving their furry family members behind. Google searches for "pet separation anxiety" have surged 482% in the United States over the past three months, according to data shared by pet-sitting platform TrustedHousesitters. The company also found that 61% of pet owners worry more about their pet's........

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