Seperation Anxiety
What Separation Anxiety Looks Like
Common symptoms include:
• Barking, whining or howling when left alone
• Destructive behaviour
• Escape attempts
• Clawing at doors or windows
• Panting, pacing or drooling
• Following the owner everywhere
• Not settling when the owner is out of sight
• Shaking, trembling or panic behaviours
Your dog is not being “naughty” — they genuinely cannot cope without you.
Separation anxiety is one of the most emotionally difficult behaviours for owners. A dog that panics when left alone is not coping — and often living in constant stress.
The good news? Separation anxiety is fixable with the right structure, leadership, and behaviour modification.
Why Separation Anxiety Happens
• Over-attachment to one person
• Insecurity
• Anxiety or fear
• Rescue background
• Traumatic past
• Sudden routine changes
• COVID-era puppies
• Too much freedom, not enough structure
• Owner unintentionally reinforcing dependence
Dogs thrive on structure — and separation anxiety often begins when they never learned independence.
My Separation Anxiety Program
Using balanced, structured behaviour modification, I focus on:
1. Rebuilding independence
Your dog learns to cope calmly without constant access to you.
2. Fixing over-attachment
The emotional bond remains — but the dependency is removed.
3. Changing the pre-departure routine
Dogs learn to remain calm even when they sense you are leaving.
4. Creating a stable, predictable structure
Clear rules and boundaries help the dog feel secure.
5. Teaching coping skills
Your dog learns how to settle, self-soothe and remain relaxed.
6. Coaching the owner
You’ll learn exactly what to do — and what not to do — to help your dog succeed.
Who This Program Helps
• Rescue dogs with trauma
• Velcro dogs
• Dogs with panic attacks when left alone
• Puppies developing early dependence
• Dogs who become destructive or distressed
Book a Consultation
You don’t have to live with the stress of a dog who panics every time you leave.
With the right structure, your dog can learn to be calm and confident.
Book your session today.