Sydney Dog Separation Anxiety Training Proven Positive Methods

We offer a few training options for separation anxiety training since we all live different lives and what works for one person might not suit another. You can choose what option is the best fit for you!
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Eazy Dog Training4.9
Based on 228 reviews
Thank you Anniina for your home visit last week to provide some guidance for our puppy and separation training. Your valuable advice and tools have put our minds at ease about next steps and the confidence to leave her when we need to and more importantly have her be comfortable when leaving. We are implementing ‘Disneyland’ daily and it Is working well for all of us. Such a positive experience when navigating a new puppy!
We first met Betty at small group training and then later had a private lesson for separation anxiety at our home. Betty did some assessments with us and our dog and then walked us through a bunch or exercises we can work on. Just one week later we have seen amazing results. I highly recommend Betty's obedience group class and private lessons!
Lauren was absolutely amazing to work with. Our 2 year Pomsky Dexter was suffering from severe separation anxiety, he would get anxious with visitors and would bark and get anxious from small triggers like the apartment intercom, putting shoes on or hearing keys rattle. Since the training with Lauren, Dexter has done a complete 180 and is no longer anxious when we are away and is not bothered with any of these triggers above. Further to this, Dexter would chase and annoy our cat to the extent the cat would hide all the time. I’ll let the photo below show his progress with that! Highly recommend Lauren!
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Five stars isn't enough to rate EDT. I am sooooo thankful I enrolled for a one-on-one session. Lauren, the trainor assigned to us, was so knowledgeable and very helpful. Her insights helped me understand Buddy (a rescue dog) much much better. 15/10 totally recommend! Background: Dog breed: American Staffordshire X Bull Terrier Age: 3.5yrs Issues: dog reactive, pulls on leash, separation anxiety History: N/A, rescue dog from RSPCA
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A massive thank you to Aura for coming to my home to train me to train my puppy Vinnie with how to deal with his separation issues. Aura is a true professional and so knowledgeable. Aura was able to answer every question I had and she gave me so many tips and pointers - not just about the separation issues but other aspects of puppy training. I was getting highly anxious about going back to work and leaving Vinnie alone, but with the skills Aura taught me I now feel much more comfortable to do so. In just one day Vinnie is responding to the training and I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend Aura and Eazy Dog Training. Thank you.
Eazy Dog Training is amazing! My trainer Lauren so was helpful, knowledgeable and friendly, Luna had such a great time learning with her and they give you so much information to implement everything you need to know about best helping your four-legged family. Luna has separation anxiety and I feel comfortable and confident knowing I've got help from trainers that watched all her behaviours so closely to tailor treatment to her needs. I would highly recommend them to anyone and will definitely continue to use them in future.
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING - HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We were referred by our lovely Vet Dr David. So so happy we chose Eazy Dog Training for our little pup. She’s been having some separation issues and over-excitement and the trainer Lauren was absolutely amazing. She is so knowledgeable and was literally telling us what our pup’s body language meant, how to overcome the issues and gave very healthy high value treats. Lauren showed us a range of great interactive puzzles and games for our pup to keep her engaged and left us with detailed notes so we don’t forget exactly what we have to do! Cannot recommend Lauren enough I wish we could have even more time with her, she is honestly the most amazing trainer and went beyond our expectations. Our pup formed such an amazing bond with Lauren that it was so hard to say goodbye!! Thank you Lauren and Anniina - we really appreciate the amazing training and will for sure be signing on to more of your courses!! Lauren we hope to see you again soon, thank you so much
Anniina is great at what she does - she’s extremely knowledgeable, very professional and of course the dogs love her. We did puppy school training and obedience through Anniina with our Doberman pup. The classes are excellent and a real step up from past experiences with dog training. We also did some private sessions to address specific behavioural issues (separation anxiety, lead walking) and her advice has been invaluable. Highly recommend Eazy Dog training.
Anniina has worked with my four year old staffy Kaia since she was a young puppy. She's worked with us on everything from obedience to trick training to agility and she's also worked on successfully reforming issues we had with leash reactivity and separation anxiety. I've worked with many trainers and the difference with Anniina is she's had first hand experience with a lot of the issues dog owners go to her with. She knows what works and has confident handling skills with any dog. That energy goes down the lead and is really helpful for demonstrating what the dog is capable of and is helpful for nervous owners to observe. She's also trained her own dogs to competition level obedience and agility so even dog owners who have no behavioural issues to work on and just want to learn to have fun with their dog can learn a lot from her. Thank you Anniina for helping Kaia grow up to be a very good girl!
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I'm sorry to hear that your dog is suffering from separation anxiety. I know your pain from personal experience and I feel for both you and your dog. But I'm here to tell you that there is help!

Dog Separation Anxiety Training in Sydney

Successful separation anxiety training relies on effective desensitisation, positive association building and independence training. It requires an assessment for not just separation anxiety but for over-attachment and attention seeking behaviours since these three issues are often connected and all must be addressed for successfull training. And we do just that!

We are here to help dogs overcome the stress of being left alone. If your dog shows signs of anxiety such as excessive barking, chewing, digging, or destructive behaviour when you’re not home, we’re here to help them become more confident and relaxed.

 
Why Choose Our Dog Separation Anxiety Training?

Expert Trainers: With over 15 years of experience, our trainers understand the complexities of separation anxiety and know the best, scientifically-backed methods to help your dog cope.

Structured Training Plans: Every dog is different, which is why we assess each dog’s separation anxiety before starting the training with you. With the help of our online separation anxiety course understanding separation anxiety and following our face-to-face advice and training could not get any easier!

Positive, Reward-Based Methods: We use positive reinforcement techniques to gradually build your dog’s confidence and teach them how to cope with your absence in a calm and stress-free way.

Effective, Long-Term Solutions: Our training goes beyond short-term fixes. We provide tools and techniques that lead to lasting change, ensuring your dog feels secure even when you’re away.

Flexible Training Options: Whether you prefer private sessions in your home, we accommodate your schedule and preference for maximum convenience.

 
What You Can Expect from Our Separation Anxiety Program:
  • Gradual Desensitization: We’ll help your dog gradually get used to being alone by implementing desensitization exercises that reduce anxiety over time.
  • Confidence Building: Through positive reinforcement, we’ll work on increasing your dog’s confidence and independence, so they feel more secure when left alone.
  • Behavioural Solutions: We’ll address common anxiety-related behaviours such as barking, whining, chewing, and pacing, and teach your dog more appropriate ways to cope.
  • Separation Anxiety Prevention: We’ll help you prevent further anxiety episodes, so your dog can remain calm and relaxed in your absence.

 

Training Details:
  • Duration: The initial training session is 90 minutes, and follow-up lessons are 60 minutes.
  • Location: Sessions will take place in the comfort of your home.
  • Session Frequency: We recommend a series of sessions to gradually reduce anxiety and reinforce positive behaviour.
  • Ongoing Support: Our trainers are available for follow-up sessions and continued guidance to ensure long-term success.

Give your dog the confidence they deserve with expert separation anxiety training. Let us help them feel calm and secure, even when you’re not around.

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WHAT IS OUR ONLINE SEPARATION ANXIETY TRAINING COURSE LIKE?

Separation Anxiety is one of the most difficult behaviour problems to deal with because it can quickly develop into a deeply rooted issue that is very difficult to change. And the problem is that it happens when we aren’t there so it’s difficult to train and manage. But knowing how to do it is the key and separation anxiety is treatable! A dog’s separation anxiety has been defined as anxiety and distress in the absence of an attachment figure. Most dogs are emotionally attached to their owners, but dogs suffering from separation anxiety show more attachment behaviours than others.

Separation anxiety has many causes, but it is believed that genetics and/or an early history of abandonment can contribute to the anxiety of being left alone. That’s why it’s common with rescue dogs. However, dogs can become anxious if they simply aren’t used to being alone early on and trained to like it. I understand Separation Anxiety through my own experience with my first dog. I had to go through a lot of websites, blogs, and training sites and try many different training methods before I was able to help my own dog. That opened my eyes to what works and what doesn’t.

With our help and following my online training course designed for dogs suffering from separation anxiety you can start your journey towards decreasing your dogs anxiety and helping them to cope alone.

And the best part is that I’ve already done it with my dog. So I know it works!

Each week you’ll have access to education, training videos, useful tips, fact sheets, assessments and coursework you can send to me! And you can ask questions any time via our chat! Creating a positive association with being alone, desensitising and teaching new ways to cope are the key elements of this training.

This separation anxiety online course for dogs is based on my personal experience and studies of separation anxiety to help you to both prevent and treat your dog’s anxiety.

Transform Your Dog’s Alone-Time from Panic to Calm.

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Online Separation Anxiety Course

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