May 8, 2016
by Sarah
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People are frequently worried that their dog or puppy has separation anxiety. Happily, few do. Here are a few of the cases I’ve worked with. Some are SA, some aren’t (read Recognizing What is Not Separation Anxiety first). Now you’re … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
by Sarah
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It is hard for many of us to leave our dog and extra hard to leave dogs with separation anxiety. Where do you leave him? What is the safest, least potentially damaging option? Counter-intuitively to many, it is usually boarding … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
by Sarah
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These days, any “home alone” issue seems to be labeled “Separation Anxiety” (SA). To sort out what it is from what it isn’t, here are other reasons for problems unrelated to SA: Breed Normal Behavior Developmentally Normal Behavior Opportunity Inadequate … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
by Sarah
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This is a game a Separation Anxiety dog taught me one day while I slowly walked circles around the kitchen table while on the phone. I was gabbing and, at the beginning of the conversation, the dog was following me … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
by Sarah
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Right now, if you have a dog with separation issues, you are probably his safe place. As charming as that is, it may well be the taproot of your dog’s problem, because when you walk out the door, his safety … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
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What are the things that tell your dog that you are leaving soon? Picking up your car keys? Rummaging in your purse? Putting on work shoes?. One of the ways you can help your Separation Anxiety dog is to defuse … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
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Imagine that all day every day you had nothing in particular to do. No job, no one to play with, no books, television, internet or phone. You could not go outside. You could not draw or play a musical instrument. … Continue reading
April 30, 2016
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Dogs with separation issues have a hard time with… well… to state the obvious, separation. Want to help your dog? Then minimize the contrast between when you are home and when you’re not. This means, if you cuddle with your … Continue reading
April 30, 2014
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This is an excellent game for all dogs – Separation Anxiety dogs in particular. “Wait There” helps to build patience and allows your dog to practice calming himself with your support. The game is: Wait where I put you – … Continue reading
February 24, 2014
by Sarah
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Dogs with separation issues have a hard time with, to state the obvious, separation. Want to help your separation anxiety dog? Then minimize the contrast between when you are home and when you are not. This means, if you cuddle … Continue reading