Separation Anxiety
Training Program

Does your dog panic when you leave? Do you come home to find a mess or do your neighbours complain about barking or howling? Do you dread leaving your dog alone, even for short periods? If so, your dog may be suffering from separation anxiety.

Separation anxiety is a serious condition that goes beyond typical training. It's a behaviour condition where your dog experiences extreme distress when isolated or separated from their primary attachment figure (you!). As someone who understands the complexities of living with a dog with separation anxiety, I offer compassionate and effective training solutions designed to help you and your dog build confidence with spending time apart. 

Common Signs of Separation Anxiety:

• Destructive Behaviour: Chewing, scratching, or digging at doors, windows, or furniture; often focused on exit points

• Distressed Vocalization: Persistent barking, howling, or crying when left alone

• House Soiling: Urinating or defecating indoors, even if house-trained, only when left alone

• Pacing and Restlessness: Unable to settle, constantly moving around the house

• Drooling and Panting: Excessive salivation and rapid breathing, even in cool environments

• Escape Attempts: Trying to break out of crates or rooms, often resulting in injury

• Loss of Appetite: Unable to eat or drink when alone

• Hyper-attachment: Following you from room to room, becoming anxious when you prepare to leave

Separation anxiety can be heartbreaking for both you and your dog. It requires a specialized, patient and methodical approach. I am dedicated to helping dogs overcome this challenging disorder through proven, evidence-based methods.

Specialized Training and Experience: As a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer with Malena DeMartini, I have extensive, specialized experience working with separation anxiety cases. I stay up-to-date on the latest research and techniques to provide the most effective support.

Individualized Training Plans: There's no one-size-fits-all solution for separation anxiety. I conduct a thorough assessment of your dog to create a fully customized training plan tailored to you and your dog's unique needs and lifestyle.

Scientifically Proven Methods: My approach focuses on slowly and systematically helping your dog feel comfortable and safe when alone. This involves:

• • Management Strategies: Implementing immediate solutions to reduce stress and alleviate anxiety.

  • Gradual Exposure: Slowly, incrementally increasing the time your dog is left alone, starting with very short durations.

  • Desensitization: Teaching your dog to feel comfortable with the things that predict your absence (e.g., picking up keys, putting on shoes).

  • Cultivating Independence: Helping your dog relax and enjoy being alone and apart from you, even when you are home.

Coaching and Support: effective separation anxiety training involves a collaborative relationship. I'll equip you with the knowledge, tools and ongoing support you need to help your dog succeed. I'll teach you how to read your dog's body language, identify their stress signals, and implement the training protocols consistently and with success!

Fully Remote Training: For separation anxiety, remote training is the most effective approach. It allows me to observe your dog in their natural environment and train in real-life home-alone scenarios, providing real-time feedback and guidance as you practice, without the added stress of a trainer being physically present during your departures.

My Separation Anxiety Training Pathway:

1. Initial Consultation & Assessment: We'll begin with a detailed consultation to discuss your dog's history, unique triggers, and your specific goals for training.

2. Customized Training Plan Development: Based on our assessment, I'll develop a comprehensive training program and individualized training exercises designed specifically for your dog.

3. Coaching Sessions: I'll guide you through the entire training process, providing clear demonstrations, constructive feedback, and expert troubleshooting. These sessions are typically conducted remotely for optimal results.

4. Comprehensive Support: I'm committed to your success. I'll be available for regular check-ins, email support, and necessary training plan adjustments as your dog progresses.

Take the First Step Towards Comfort and Freedom:

Don't let separation anxiety control your life or your dog's well-being any longer. With patience, consistency, and expert guidance your dog can learn to feel safe and secure when you're away.

Contact Meg today to schedule your Initial Assessment and learn how I can help your dog overcome separation anxiety. Let's work together to help you and your dog find comfort and freedom by changing the way your dog feels about being alone. 

Whats included in the Separation Anxiety Training Program?

• Formal, live evaluation conducted virtually to assess your dog's unique triggers

• Thorough analysis of your dog's behaviour history and presenting concerns

• Bespoke management and training plan specific to you and your dog's needs and goals

• Personalized letter and behaviour report for your dog veterinarian, if desired

• 4 individualized training exercises per week

• weekly 60min virtual coaching sessions and re-assessments on your dog's progress

• Behaviour documentation, tracking and interpretation

• Unlimited email support and personalized feedback on training exercises

Separation Anxiety Training Rates

Initial Assessment:  $225 / 75min
✔ includes formal evaluation, analysis of your dog's behaviour history and letter for your dog's vet

1-Month Comprehensive Separation Anxiety Training Support Program: $775 / 4 weeks

✔ includes 4 x 60min weekly virtual sessions + 4 individualized training exercises per week, 16 in total

✔ feedback on all training exercises and unlimited email support

If you have concerns about separation anxiety, contact me below to schedule a free 30-minute Discovery Call to explore whether my Separation Anxiety Training Program is the right fit for you and your dog!