Reba looking up at Jo Sellers of Pippin Pets Anxiety Dog training

Separation Anxiety
training for dogs

(and their ever-loving humans)

Dog Separation Anxiety Training to help you rediscover your freedom and help your dog to feel confident alone.

Do you feel trapped, isolated, perhaps even held hostage by your dog’s separation anxiety?

Maybe your dog barks and howls up a storm when left alone, or your furnishings take a pummelling whenever you leave the house. Perhaps you come home to puddles on the floor, or you may even feel your blood pressure rising just preparing to leave the house.

I know, I’ve been there, and I’ve had way more sleepless nights over it than I’d like to admit. Feeling worried about your dog’s emotional state coupled with your own palpable emotions is a horrible place to be, and at times it can feel truly hopeless.

But there is a solution. Your life won’t be like this forever. 

Humour me and imagine being able to pop to the shops without worrying that you’ll return to an angry neighbour complaining about all the howling and barking…. again! Or to find your living room still in one piece, just the way you left it. 

One day, you’ll leave the house, and your dog won’t give a hoot. And then you’ll have a different trench of emotions to deal with!

This isn’t a dream. It is entirely possible for you. You just need a structured training plan that adapts to your individual dog so that you can build your dog’s confidence and comfort in being left alone.

Choose your method

There are 2 options when it comes to tackling separation anxiety training for your dog. One to one dedicated support – which is great if you need expertise and a go to expert to help along the way or group support in a membership – this spreads the cost with access to an expert and a community of others in the same boat.

VIP 1-2-1 support

Get bespoke separation anxiety training, designed around your dog’s needs. Using a gentle, phased approach, Jo will guide you to lasting results. You’ll have access to a unique training app to monitor progress, plus unlimited 1-2-1 support whenever you need it.

Group support & membership

Kick start your training with an 8 week group course and connect with others who are facing the same challenges. Each week, you’ll have access to easy-to-follow videos and join a supportive group video call with Jo, where you can share progress, ask questions, and stay on track with access to a unique training app.

VIP 1-2-1 support

This is for you if: You need bespoke support and you’d prefer training thats tailored to your dogs specific behaviour patterns. This programme is best for those that find it harder to commit to training in their own time or have tried and failed before. With my support and gentle encouragement we will get your dogs separation anxiety under control once and for all – and here for the whole journey offering as much support as you need. With this package you will be set tailored tasks, be able to track your progress and have access to unlimited video reviews and whatsapp support, as well as having access to additional zoom sessions for focussed training and feedback.

The training programme

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Initial assessment

A 90 minute online assessment, where we discover where your dog is now, dive into the training process and get you started

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Bespoke training

Get on our unique Training App and access your 5 bespoke training plans a week, easy to follow and progress at your dog’s pace.

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Track Progress

You can track your progress with our whizzy tracker and it’s the perfect space to leave feedback and ask questions.

The additional support

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Unlimited video reviews

Send videos of how your dog is doing and ask for tips and feedback on how you can improve.

whatsapp support

Unlimited whatsapp support

An expert at your finger tips for quick advice and support when things feel tough.

zoom support

Additional zoom sessions

One on one zoom sessions to discuss training, get feedback and strategies you can implement.

Please contact me if you wish to have VIP 1-2-1 support

Group support & membership

This is for you if: You enjoy being part of a community, and feel confident you need less direct coaching.  Our 8 week group programme consists of a weekly group live coaching call with easy to follow videos.  During the course, you will also get access to our unique training app to set your plans and track progress, and a whatsapp group for any quick questions that arise.  At the end of course you will be invited to continue with access to our membership, access to the app and group support calls.

The training programme

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Bitesized videos

Training videos you can access and practice from in your own time.

zoom support

Weekly zoom sessions

8 week initial course to learn the method, ask questions and get feedback on our weekly zoom sessions.

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Track Progress

You can track your progress with our whizzy app showing you next steps and how far you have come. 

£199 for the 8-week course

Ongoing monthly support option once completed

VIP 1-2-1 support

Group support & membership

Training videos to follow along with

Access to the membership community

Weekly zoom check-in with Jo

Track your progress

Access to our unique training app

Gait analysis session

Tailored initial assesment

Bespoke training actions

Unlimited support – Video reviews and whatsapp

Individual zoom support sessions

Self-paced dog training course

Bitesized lessons

Videos are 3-15 minutes

14 training videos

You can access in your own time

Calm & Focussed

Designed to help dogs settle

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FAQs
How do I know if my dog has separation anxiety?

Your dog may show anxious body language signs (such as lip licking, pacing around, panting) from the moment you prepare to leave the house, or commonly in the first 30 minutes of being alone. These can escalate to barking, howling, or destruction and they continue until you return home to them.

How long does it take to cure Separation Anxiety?

Every dog is different, and Separation Anxiety is a phobia which is not something that gets better on it’s own or can be ‘fixed’ quickly.  Progress can rely on many factors, but the programmes I offer get you set up for success and give you the knowledge to help your dog.  It is a gradual process and it is impossible to give an exact timeframe, but I will help you for as long as you need me, and to give you all the information so you can continue making progress thereafter.

Can I cancel anytime?

If joining the Group course, then the commitment is for the 8 weeks.  After this in the membership, or if you are a VIP 1-2-1 client, then yes, there is no time commitment, but many of my clients work with me for longer durations for the support as they gradually increase the time they can be away from home with their dog settled and relaxed.

Does my dog have to be a certain age?

I have helped dogs of all ages, so there is no restriction. You may want to learn how to help your puppy start right with this new skill, so there are no problems in the future, or you may have an older dog that is now showing signs of fear when home alone.

I've tried lots of things, so why is this different?

You may have read or heard about many ways to ‘help’ such as leaving music on, giving them food, or just letting them carry on crying. None of these help to teach your dog to feel safe when home alone, as I learnt with my own dog.  This method I will show you is the one that has been scientifically  proven to get the best results to help your dog overcome separation anxiety.  Although any behaviour change is not guaranteed, and as long as there are no other medical or underlying conditions causing the anxiety (or untreated/managed), then this approach will work for you.