Separation anxiety impacts more than 15 million dogs in the United States alone! Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic we have met more and more dogs and dog owners who struggle with this issue every day. We here at Urban Pooch want to help you resolve this issue so that you and your pooch can live their best life!

What is Separation Anxiety?

Separation Anxiety is a condition where dogs show signs of distress and exhibit behavior problems when they are separated from owners/caregivers or simply left alone.

Below are common signs of separation anxiety that are usually exhibited when a dog is left alone or sometimes even when their owner is just out of sight:

• Vocalization like crying, barking, and howling
  
• Destruction of property such as chewing or digging on things like walls, furniture & other household items
  
• Potty accidents when otherwise house trained
  
• Attempts to escape confinement or even the house itself
  
• Self-destructive behaviors like chewing, licking, or injury trying to escape

For some dogs this anxiety can be mild with only small displays of stress and/or undesirable behaviors when left alone. However, for some dogs being left alone can lead to severe levels of anxiety and manifest in some destructive, dangerous and disruptive behaviors. This can cause a lot of stress for the dog and a lot of disorder to the lives of dog owners who naturally need to sometimes leave their dogs alone at home. The truth is even the most loving and caring dog owners can't take their dog everywhere. So they need to find a solution to make sure their pooch feels safe and comfortable staying behind sometimes. That's where we step in to help you find that solution!

How Our Program Works

Your Initial Consultation
You'll start with an initial consultation to determine if your dog suffers from separation anxiety and learn what you can expect from the Separations Anxiety Solutions Program. This 90-minute Zoom meeting includes the following:

After this consultation, you will be equipped with the knowledge of how this program works and how it can assist you and your pooch. If you decide it's not right for you, you'll still walk away with a ton of useful information from a member of our Behavior Training Team. If you do want to join the program, you'll enroll in our Separation Anxiety Solutions Program and be on your way for a better life for you and your pooch. See more info below about the program itself.

Separation Solutions Initial 2 Month
Our program for dogs who suffer from separation anxiety is an extensive one built on a desensitization breakdown with the criteria focus of being left alone.

This 2-month program includes:

Your Commitment
When registering for this program please understand that you are making a large personal commitment to your pooch and their wellbeing. We will be there for you every step of the way, but this is no small task. Before signing up for our Separation Anxiety Solutions Program, make sure you can commit to the following:

• Make a promise to your dog that you will not leave them alone longer than they can handle during the duration of this program.
• Ensure you can dedicate 30 minutes a day at least 5 days per week to completing daily quests and training.
• Have the patience and understanding to comprehend that your pooch has a true panic disorder and needs psychological help to overcome it.
• Commit to a consistent schedule of training--no pushing back weeks/days in your training regimen. Your instructor can make adjustments to plans before starting but once the program begins you must stay committed to see actual results.

About Your Instructor
About Your InstructorGabrielle Plascak is a CPDT-KA, Fear Free certified animal trainer who is also a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT). She is passionate about learning and applying the most innovative/researched practices to give you the guidance and structure you need to help your dog recover.

Pricing
Initial 90 Minute Consultation - $180
Separation Anxiety Solutions 2 Month Package - $1499*
Separation Anxiety Solutions Club - Month to Month Membership - $499 (Must have completed initial 2 month package)

*Students must begin the program no later than 2 weeks from the date of registration. Packages will only be extended or paused for emergency reasons.

How to Get Started

If you are a current training student at UPTFC who is interested in the program, please schedule your consultation for the Separation Anxiety Solutions program here.

If you are NOT a current training student at UPTFC and are interested in the program, please fill out this training intake form here. Once you complete the form our training team will review and reach out to you directly with next steps.

Still not sure if this program is right for you? Click here to schedule a free 30-minute phone assessment with our Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, Gabrielle Plascak. 

Check Out this Informational Webinar About Separation Anxiety & Our Program