Trainer says pet separation anxiety is a side effect to our returning to the office Published FOX 2 - The pandemic meant more time for pets with their owners- more toys- and even more attention. But now as people return to the office, Michigan Dog Training CEO Michael Burkey says our pets are stressed. "Dogs have feelings too," he said. "They are such great creatures that they want to be with you, and we just have to prepare them the best that we can." Dog trainer talks about pet anxiety as everyone heads back to the office The pandemic meant more time for pets with their owners- more toys- and even more attention. But now as people return to the office- Michigan Dog Training CEO Michael Burkey says our pets are stressed.