Treating Separation Anxiety In Dogs


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Committed trainers and owners can solve this problem!
Treating separation anxiety in dogs is not quick or easy—but it can be done. The successful ingredients are cooperation, commitment and time on the part of the dog trainer and the owners. In this important new book, author Malena DeMartini-Price shares her 5 Phase Treatment Protocol and related strategies to help dogs overcome the fear of being left alone and addresses the trauma it can inflict on both the dog and their owners. Trainer handouts, detailed step-by-step training tips and a sample initial interview questionnaire are included.

Learn about:
• The critical role that “suspending absences” plays in the early part of the treatment plan and how owners and trainers can make this more manageable.
• How dog trainers can make the treatment of separation anxiety in dogs a specialized business.
• The role that management techniques and medications can play to help support the recommended behavior modification strategies.
• How technology, including remote feeding devices and web cams, can be used to monitor a dog’s progress in overcoming his fear of being left alone.




Separation Anxiety in Dogs


Book Description

It has now been six years since the release of Malena DeMartini-Price’s best selling first book, Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs. Not one to rest on her laurels, Malena has been busy teaching and mentoring dog trainers worldwide to become Certified Separation Anxiety Trainers (CSAT). Working in collaboration with a large network of trainers to collect data and conduct research, new strategies have been developed on many of the key elements of treating separation anxiety. Now, in a completely new book, Malena share these strategies for the use of current technologies, no absence management, and improved desensitization techniques. Any trainer or guardian dealing with separation anxiety will find this book a valued resource.




Don't Leave Me!


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Separation anxiety can be an extremely challenging behavior issue for dogs and owners alike. This comprehensive guide includes all the information you need to help your dog, and to lower your own stress levels as well. You'll get plenty of tips, ideas, and step-by-step instructions; the interactive format will allow you to customize an effective rehabilitation plan for your individual dog. Topics include the role of management, nutrition, and exercise, whether pharmacological intervention could help, how to build canine confidence, creative management solutions, step-by-step behavior modification protocols, alternative therapies that can be invaluable, and how to put it all together in a customized plan. Also included are real-life stories from experts telling how they handled separation issues in their clients' dogs and their own dogs. Written in a down-to-earth, straightforward, and often humorous manner, this book will enable you to successfully teach your dog to feel comfortable being left alone.




I'll be Home Soon!


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If you worry about leaving your dog home alone, both because you love your dog and your house, this book is for you. Most dogs can be left home alone during the day and lead happy, fulfilled doggy lives without destroying your house. Of course, some of them get into trouble at home when you're gone because there's so much fun stuff to do without you to stop them. But a small number of dogs suffer from a serious problem called Separation Anxiety, in which they panic at your departure and stay panicked until you return. This book is designed to help those whose dog really suffers from Separation Anxiety, to help you prevent it from developing, and to help you raise a dog with good house manners.




Separation Anxiety


Book Description

Dogs left home alone can wreak havoc on homes and gardens. Many dogs will go into a frenzy of barking, whining, howling, scratching, chewing, and all manner of noisy, destructive and potentially dangerous behaviors. Dogs exhibiting this behavior may be suffering from separation anxiety. "Separation Anxiety: Leaving Dogs Home Alone" is a valuable resource for anyone with a dog that may be suffering from separation anxiety, as well as dog trainers looking for new solutions to this common problem. Many of the strategies suggested in this book are holistic in nature, thereby having a ripple effect which reach beyond the topic of separation anxiety. This makes it a great read for any dog-lover looking to improve the relationship with their dog, as well as anyone planning to adopt a new puppy or rescue dog.




Zak George's Dog Training Revolution


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A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!







From Fearful to Fear Free


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"Since pets communicate nonverbally, this book will help you recognize if your pet is suffering from [fear, anxiety, and stress]. By knowing your dog's body language, vocalizations, and changes in normal habits, you can make an accurate diagnosis and take action to prevent triggers or treat the fallout if they do happen"--Amazon.com.




Be Right Back! Puppy Separation Anxiety Edition


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Worried that you might never be able to leave your puppy? Discover ways to help your excitable new arrival relax, build confidence and be comfortable at home alone. Are you struggling to return to the office because your puppy freaks when you leave? Trying to put them at ease when they're left alone? Tired of coming home to chewed-up shoes and destroyed furniture? Globally respected trainer, behavior consultant, and separation anxiety expert Julie Naismith has helped thousands of caregivers provide the best for their canine fur babies. And now she's here to share her strategies for reclaiming your freedom while giving your precious puppy a leg up on life. Be Right Back: Puppy Separation Anxiety Edition is a humane, relatable, and fact-based guide to reducing stress and instilling your new family member with independence. With a tested and empathic approach, Naismith uses simple explanations, step-by-step plans, and detailed training exercises to mentor readers toward a rewarding and robust bonding experience. Whether you're a first-time puppy owner, short on time, or simply overwhelmed by an especially jittery adolescent, you'll soon unleash your companion's sense of calm. In Be Right Back: Puppy Separation Anxiety Edition, you'll discover: What you can do to prevent home-alone issues, even before your puppy comes home. Ways to tell whether your puppy's home-alone behavior is normal and what to do if not. Practical advice that shows it's never too late to teach a puppy alone-time confidence, even if he's already developed a fear of being left. Clues to detect whether your puppy's behavior is driven by anxiety and what to do even if it is just regular puppy frustration. Approaches for dealing with a puppy who's glued to your side. Help with responding to criticism from family and friends and dodging the judgment Actionable supplementary resources, helpful videos, myth-busting, and much, much more! Be Right Back: Puppy Separation Anxiety Edition is a down-to-earth handbook for anyone looking to regain control of their lives and foster an enriching upbringing for their little tail-wagger. If you like non-judgmental guidance, upbeat support, and results-focused direction, then you'll love Julie Naismith's comprehensive tuition. ★ Buy Be Right Back: Puppy Separation Anxiety Edition to get you and your puppy on the track to separation without the anxiety today! ★




Separation Anxiety Versus Containment Phobia


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Has your dog been diagnosed with Separation Anxiety? Many dog owners have been led to believe that their dog is suffering from "Separation Anxiety," when often times nothing could be further from the truth. When Dog Behavior Is Misunderstood, There Is No Cure! Never before has any book gone into as much detail to help dog owners understand all of the reasons why dogs may behave destructively during their owners' absence. Nor has any book gone to such great lengths to provide you with the solutions you have been searching for. This book is dedicated to helping dog owners learn: At least 20 reasons why dogs may be destructive when they are left home alone What to do about it How to prevent it You are also going to learn about another condition, "Containment Phobia," which affects at least 10% to 15% of our dog population. That is a lot of dogs!!! "Containment Phobia" is almost always misdiagnosed as "Separation Anxiety." If you own a dog or know of a dog that panics about being crated, they may actually be "Containment Phobic." This book is committed to lifting the veil that has clouded the unique attributes and differences of these conditions for far too long."




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