Comments on: How to help my dog overcome separation anxiety? https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/ Thu, 28 Nov 2024 03:50:21 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 By: Dany Westley https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-344 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 03:50:21 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-344 In reply to Sparky.

I’m sorry to hear that! If your dog is becoming more anxious, try starting with even shorter absences and gradually increasing the time. Make sure to reward calm behavior when you return! Hang in there!

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By: Sparky https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-343 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:34:04 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-343 I tried the gradual desensitization step, but my dog just gets more anxious when I leave for even a few minutes. What should I do if this happens? Any troubleshooting tips?

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By: Lemon Drop https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-345 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:08:52 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-345 This is super helpful! I’d love to hear more about using toys or puzzles to keep dogs entertained while I’m out. Any recommendations?

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By: Buddy https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-342 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 04:12:55 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-342 Thanks for your feedback! That’s a great idea, and I’ll definitely consider writing an article focused on managing separation anxiety in senior dogs. Stay tuned!

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By: Bella Bee https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-341 Sat, 02 Nov 2024 15:35:23 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-341 Hey, great guide! I’d love to see more on how to deal with separation anxiety in older dogs. My pup is 10 and seems to be getting more anxious lately. Any tips for seniors? Thanks!

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By: Dany Westley https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-349 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:57:05 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-349 In reply to Sweet Pea.

Thanks for the recommendations! Products like the ThunderShirt and calming chews can be effective tools for many dogs. Glad they’re working for yours!

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By: Sweet Pea https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-348 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:18:28 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-348 Just wanted to say that I found some calming products like the ThunderShirt and calming chews from Vet’s Best really help my dog chill out when I leave. Highly recommend giving them a try!

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By: Dany Westley https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-347 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:46:37 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-347 In reply to Blue Sky.

That’s awesome to hear! Crate training can be a great addition to the process, especially if done positively. Thanks for sharing your success story!

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By: Blue Sky https://puredogtraining.com/help-dog-overcome-separation-anxiety/#comment-346 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:42:51 +0000 https://puredogtraining.com/?p=292#comment-346 I used the crate training method alongside your steps, and it worked wonders for my pup! I started making the crate a cozy hangout spot, and now he actually runs in there when I’m about to leave. Just a thought for anyone struggling!

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