Separation Anxiety Training

With separation anxiety training, keep criteria simple and raise difficulty only when success is consistent. Step-by-step training flow with practical repetition cues.

Separation Anxiety Training is easier to maintain when exercise, rest, and meal routines are predictable—not only during formal practice.

Practical tips

For Separation Anxiety Training, keep criteria clear and celebrate small wins.

• Increase distance until your dog can notice triggers without panicking.
• Pair calm looks at triggers with treats—do not force close contact.
• Keep reward value high when the environment gets harder.