Separation Anxiety
A dog is a social animal, being alone is not an entirely natural situation. Some dogs can not adjust to this situation without help. In order to treat the disorder, it is necessary to set aside some time to figure out exactly what is happening and to help your dog adjust to separation. Our behavior modification techniques are based on behavioral research and positive reinforcement. We will help train you to help your dog with separation anxiety.
Barking, whining and crying are natural reactions when the dog wants to be reunited with its family. It may also consider digging, scratching at the door or window and other behavior designed to allow it to escape the house and rejoin its family to be "normal". Dogs may become so anxious that they tear up objects indiscriminately, defecate or urinate without control. If a dog is punished for these actions, the resulting increase in anxiety can make the whole situation worse. It is best just to ignore the destruction if at all possible.
Contact us to discuss your dog's behavior and solutions.