BEFORE YOU START
Dogs are extremely good
associative learners; they know
that when you pick up your keys
you are about to leave. Keep
your exiting ritual concise.
TROUBLESHOOTING
MY DOG IS SO ANXIOUS SHE IS
HURTING HERSELF.
There are medications that your
vet can prescribe to help with
extreme anxiety.
TIP! Practice leaving and coming
right back a few minutes later, so
your dog realizes that not every
time you leave is for a long time.
TEACH IT:
Many dogs suffer from separation anxiety when
their owner leaves. This can manifest as whining and
barking, destroying furniture, relieving themselves in the
house, or obsessive behaviors. Help your dog break this
pattern of anxious behavior by giving her something else
to focus on.
1 Before you leave, hide treats all around the house.
2 Your dog will be entertained and distracted while you
are out.
3 When you leave, don’t make a big deal of it. Hand
your dog a peanut butter-stuffed Kong or fooddispensing toy to keep her busy while you make
your exit.
4 At first, practice returning home after just a few
minutes. Don’t make a big deal with your entrance;
keep it low key.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Separation anxiety is a difficult
condition to remedy. Improvements will be small and
slow, but take comfort in knowing that with every small
step, it WILL get better.
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