Hope

If your dog becomes anxious when you pick up your keys, barks excessively when you leave, or destroys things while you're gone, you're not alone. Research shows that 17-40% of dogs experience separation anxiety. The good news? It's highly treatable. In honor of Separation Anxiety Awareness Day, I've partnered with Jo Sellers to answer the 7 most common questions from worried dog guardians. Watch our expert videos and discover compassionate, proven solutions to help your dog f

"I wish you could come to my house and see what's really happening." I hear this from dog parents constantly, and I understand the feeling. But here's what might surprise you: I can see everything I need through your phone screen—and virtual training often works better for separation anxiety than in-person sessions. The magic happens when you're gone, not when I'm there. If I'm physically in your home, your dog isn't experiencing true alone time.

Coming home to chewed furniture and accidents can leave you feeling like you've failed your dog. If you're reading this with tears in your eyes, I want you to know: this isn't your fault. As a certified separation anxiety specialist who lived through this with my own dog, I know it gets better. Your dog's panic responses aren't 'bad behavior'—they're genuine anxiety that can be treated with the right approach.

“There was already a lot of isolation and I really just had no way of making friends because I couldn’t leave the house.”

When your dog struggles with separation anxiety, every little sign of progress matters. But one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — indicators of emotional safety is sleep. In this post, we explore how understanding your dog’s natural sleep patterns can reveal their level of comfort, what restful naps really mean, and how sleep is deeply tied to secure attachment. Plus, we highlight science-backed insights that show why a sleeping dog might be the most hopeful sign

Dogs are deeply social. Big changes - like moving, schedule shifts or past trauma can leave them feeling insecure. Some dogs are more sensitive by nature. Some have histories that shaped their fears. Whatever the reason, what matters is it is not your fault. And it's not forever.