Tips for helping dogs adjust as we return to work post-COVID As more dog owners return to their offices and workplaces, all the Spots, Roscoes and Winnies out there are wondering where their humans have gone. We talk to specialists on dog behavior to learn how we can help our four-legged companions through this period of adjustment. 8:30 am, Apr. 12, 2021 × Many pets will experience separation anxiety and other behavioral problems as their humans return to the office. iStock / Special to The Forum FARGO — Across the country, dogs of every shape, age and stripe are wondering what happened to their owners as more people return to their offices and worksites.