I have a small cleaning business and I use a canvase tote with handles for this same purpose. I doesn't add waste to the environment and when it gets dirty I just through it in the wash! ... View related article.
My boarder collie had a similar reaction after the death of my husband. Try feeding him while you eat, and close to you. He is very sad and lonely and needs to feel close to someone. Maybe even go as far as to sit on the ground to eat and then lots of love and relaxing after. Dogs get depressed to. As a last resort for my dog I had my vet prescribe Zanex for a couple of months as my dog also developed anxiety problems. This help a lot to. Best of luck. ... View related article.