Why You Shouldn’t Leave Your Dog Alone During Separation Anxiety Training — and What You Can Do Instead
One of the most important (and often most challenging) parts of separation anxiety training is avoiding any absences that cause your dog distress. I know firsthand how hard that can be, it can feel impossible to manage daily life when your dog can’t be left alone. But here’s the truth, allowing your dog to experience […]
Looking After Yourself When Your Dog Has Separation Anxiety
Living with a dog who struggles to be left alone isn’t just tough on them, it can be incredibly hard on you too. As someone who has been through it myself, I know how emotionally exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming it can feel. When your whole life starts revolving around your dog’s anxiety, it’s easy to […]
Why “Crying It Out” Doesn’t Work for Dogs with Separation Anxiety
Put your hand up if you have been told to just “leave your dog to cry it out” when they’re distressed about being alone, well sadly you’re not alone and yes it happened to me. It’s a really common piece of advice but trust me, it’s also a deeply unhelpful one, especially for dogs suffering […]
What Is Separation Anxiety and How to Spot the Signs
While we don’t fully understand why some dogs develop separation anxiety, it’s so important to remember that it is not your fault. Let me say that again, ‘it’s not your fault!’ Separation anxiety is a common behavioural challenge faced by lots of dog owners. While it’s natural for dogs to form strong bonds with their […]