Separation Anxiety
Does your dog show any of these behaviours?
- Chewing or destroying walls, floors or doors particularly around entrances.
- Frantic attempts to escape, sometimes to the point of self-harm.
- Excessive barking, whining, crying or howling.
- Soiling (dog is otherwise house-trained).
- Getting anxious well before you leave.
Separation Anxiety Training
I am a qualified SA Pro Trainer with the Julie Naismith programme, so can help with separation anxiety issues you and your dog are facing.
You may have tried several methods already but the sub-threshold technique I use is the one that is most likely to resolve your dog's separation problem. It involves observing how and when a dog shows the first hints of discomfort, and uses that knowledge to slowly increase the duration of alone time so the dog can cope with it.
All separation work will start with an initial assessment, where we chat through your situation and what you have tried so far, discuss suitable management strategies during the training process, and assess what stage your dog is currently at. Once we know the initial baseline level for your dog, I can plan your personalised training sessions accordingly.
The separation anxiety training programmes are designed to be done virtually via Zoom, which works very well as it is much more realistic to when we actually leave our dogs! In fact, my presence would interfer with the training. This means I can work with clients anywhere in the world and as a native German-speaker, I would be delighted to help clients in Germany, too.
You use a phone or camera to observe and record your dog's body language when they are left for multiple short, structured periods of planned absences. The combination of joint observations of your dog, live training with me via Zoom with further support via WhatsApp, and a brilliant interactive training App make the process both precise and simple.
Don’t worry if gadgets aren’t your thing — if you can dial a phone and start up your computer, we’re good to go.
All training is designed to keep your dog below their stress threshold, so we gradually increase their comfortable time alone, without them experiencing any distress at being left. We also look at building more independence within the home, solving hyper-attachment issues, general training and lifestyle that may be contributing!
Whether your dog is frustrated, panicked, anxious or just bored when you leave him alone… I am here to help!
Alongside our goal to reduce the stress of your dog, I will support you all the way. Living with a dog who finds time alone stressful can be distressing for all.
Let's get started ...
Is this right for you?
Eight weeks training plan
Is this right for you?
Let's have a chat.
- Schedule a 30 min Zoom consultation to assess your situation and needs as well as answer your questions to ensure our program is a good fit for you.
- I will guide you on the best options moving forward for you and your dog based on our Zoom session. This may include suggestions for the taster plan, or the full 8-weeks training package.
£50
Taster week
Eight weeks training plan
Is this right for you?
Let's build the foundation for your dog's new home-alone confidence.
- Initial 1 hour assessment via Zoom
- 5 x personalised training plans
- Guidance on how to create your dog's training plans
- Video reviews and feedback of training sessions as needed
- 2 weeks support via What'sApp
- 30 min follow-up Zoom call 2 weeks later to review progress
1 Week Training Plan
£125
Eight weeks training plan
Eight weeks training plan
Eight weeks training plan
Supporting your dog through their home alone desensitisation training.
- Initial 1 hour assessment via Zoom
- 40 x personalised training plans
- Guidance on how to create your dog's training plans
- 4 x 30 min live training sessions via Zoom to review progress, set goals and discuss any questions you may have about your dog and his training
- Video reviews and feedback of training sessions as needed
- Support via What'sApp during the 8-weeks plan
8 Weeks Training Plan
£375