Training remotely ensures that I can observe your dog’s behaviour and body language without my presence affecting the dynamic of the situation. It’s difficult for in-person separation anxiety training to be successful because just me being there changes your dog’s mood and behaviour. I need to see (by video call) what your everyday life is like with your dog. I need to see exactly how they typically react when you get up and leave. The goal of the training is for your dog to be ok alone. Having a “guest” over changes everything.

Another reason is, if ‘alone training’ only happens when I’m present, your dog will quickly catch on to a rehearsed absence vs. a real-life absence, and the training will not be successful. The “trainer effect” is a very real phenomenon where a dog will show progress in the presence of the trainer but lapse back into their habits when the trainer is not around. Remote sessions help avoid this scenario.

All certified Separation Anxiety specialists do the training remotely.

No, not if your dog truly has separation anxiety. Dogs with separation anxiety are worried that their important person is leaving and we cannot verbally communicate to them that they will be fine. We know they are safe, but they do not feel safe. So, we slowly desensitize them to their person’s absences so they can learn over time that they truly are safe when alone.

All dogs are individuals so their response to the exercises and speed at which they progress is also individual. Applying an evidenced-based practice such as desensitization, means that you will be on the best path moving forward with your training. Slow and steady progress is what we are after.

Certified Professional: I hold multiple certifications, including CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed), CTDI (Certified Trick Dog Instructor), and CSAP-BC (Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultant), ensuring that I possess the expertise and knowledge needed to address your dog’s separation anxiety effectively. 

Proven Track Record: I’ve helped dogs and their owners overcome separation anxiety through personalized coaching and evidence-based techniques. My approach is not only rooted in scientific principles but also tailored to the unique needs of each dog and family. 

There are many medication options to help anxious dogs. Medication can greatly improve the efficacy, speed, and success of the training and I encourage all my clients to speak to their vet to see if medication is right for their dog.

You’ll be directed to the coaching program portal. The portal contains everything you need for the program and you’ll have lifetime access. After the assessment call I’ll get you all set up with your own google drive folder which we’ll use for the training plans and videos, etc.