Separation Anxiety Training
As a Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultant, I understand that separation anxiety can be challenging for both dog and owner alike.
Being unable to leave your dog alone without problems means you often experience frustration or sadness. It can affect your close relationships. It can feel hopeless and isolating to have to plan your entire life around your dog and their needs. Coming home to complaints from the neighbors due to barking, a stressed-out dog, and a mess is no fun for either of you.
Chewed up shoes, destruction to your home, house training problems, or excessive barking are often symptoms of a more serious dog behavior problem.
Separation-related behavior problems respond well to modern desensitization training protocols and can be improved through dedicated training with a custom training plan and slow, steady work.
Let me help you and your dog overcome separation anxiety and get your life back on track!
Working with a Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Trainer is the best way to ensure you get the help and support you need. You’ll be in the competent, experienced hands of a compassionate professional .
You’re a busy professional and we understand your time is important. My separation anxiety program allows you to get the support you need without committing to strict schedules or appointment times. No need to sit in traffic to drive to a class. Review the material when it works with your schedule from the comfort of your home and practice the day’s exercises when it works for you.
Are you trying to figure out if your dog has separation anxiety? See my Learn the Signs of Separation Anxiety page to learn the big signs of separation anxiety as well as the less obvious signs that are often missed.
Have questions? See the FAQ page for answers to the most common questions.
How It All Works
Step 1
Complete the Intake Form below.
Step 2
Initial Consultation: $299
The initial consultation for all behavioral issues, including separation anxiety, is a Dynamic Dog Behavioral & Functional Assessment to make sure any potential underlying issues, including discomfort, that may be exacerbating or causing a behavioral issue, are identified and addressed first before we embark on any training program. (Click here to read a recent study by Daniel Mills in the UK, “Pain and Problem Behavior in Cats and Dogs.”)
Step 3
8-week training program: $997
The 8-week program includes:
Daily customized training plans and feedback
Access to the exclusive SA Pro/Be Right Back Training App where you will access training plans and track your dog’s progress (for both smart phones & computer)
Weekly Zoom sessions where we check in and go over any questions & concerns you have. Same day & time each week.
Access to resources and materials to support you on your journey.
Take a sneak peek at the exclusive SA Pro/Be Right Back App!
Training method:
Gradual exposure aka desensitization at the dog's pace. It cannot be rushed. The most important thing we can do is suspend all absences while we work on it. It's not easy. It's a big commitment. But the sooner we start the training, the sooner we will see progress*.
Separation anxiety training takes time, patience, and understanding, for both the dog AND their human. I am here to help & support both of you.
What training looks like:
At your convenience, you’ll do 4-5 training sessions/week.
You’ll record your sessions, then upload them.
I will give you feedback on each session and then update your training plan in the SA Pro Training App.
You’ll review my feedback and the updated training plan each day prior to your next session.
What you’ll need for the training:
Computer
High-speed Internet access
Apps: WhatsApp and Loom, both free
A dedicated app-based web cam - so you can see what’s happening with your dog when you leave.
Smart phone to communicate with me, watch your dog while you’re outside the door, and to upload your training session videos to WhatsApp.
*There are no guarantees with any behavioral outcomes. If anyone promises you they can "fix" or "cure" your dog, please continue your search for an educated, certified force-free dog trainer.
