Be Right Back! The Separation Anxiety Podcast
How do I get my dog over separation anxiety? How can I leave my dog without him constantly barking or me coming back to destruction? These are just some of the big questions that dog separation anxiety specialist, Julie Naismith, tackles in her podcast. The podcast episodes are packed with how-to guides, step-by-step training blueprints, and tips and tricks to survive separation anxiety. Each episode is packed with tips, tricks and actionable steps. And Julie also shares her story of how she and her dog survived separation anxiety.
Episodes
Are you uncertain about how the holiday season will impact your dog's separation anxiety? In this latest podcast episode, we address the common concerns and questions surrounding separation anxiety during this time of year.
We're diving into the potential effects of holiday routines and we'll look at practical advice on whether to continue training during this period.
Struggling with a dog who soils the house? Not sure whether it’s anxiety or a house training issue? . Well, if this is your dog, you don’t need me to tell you how frustrating it is.
That’s why, in this episode I’m joined by Kathleen McClure, a Certified SA Pro who also has a partcular focus on house training.
Kathleen and I had a fascinating conversation about dogs who go in the house.
Imagine being able to send a letter to your past self, filled with wisdom and advice about the challenging road ahead with a dog who has separation anxiety.
Today, I’m doing just that. I’ll share the 10 key lessons that I wish I knew 13 years ago, from the emotional ups and downs to the importance of ignoring opinions and seeking expert advice.
For information on how I can help you, visit my website: julienaismith.com
In this episode, we're diving into a topic that many of you may have considered: can we ever really cure separation anxiety?
Is it possible to fully and finally get dogs over this condition such that they have a normal response to being left alone—a permanent change that we might describe as a cure?
Well, join me as I look at what we really mean by separation anxiety recovery. I’ll explain wh...
If you’ve ever put off separation anxiety training, you are definitely not alone. Procrastination in training is such a common issue. Human brains are naturally inclined to seek immediate rewards, and a session of separation training definitely doesn't deliver that. It's all about long-term pay back.
No wonder then, that it can be easy to put training off.
But there's a nifty hack I want to share with you, that will help you bust ...
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of social media and its impact on our understanding of separation anxiety in dogs.
We'll explore the myths, misconceptions, and misinformation that often circulate online, and how they can confuse and derail us when trying to help our pups.
From miracle cures to blaming owners for their dogs' anxiety, we'll debunk at the big social media myths, and I'll share what the real truth...
Ever wondered if all the separation anxiety training you do is actually worth it? Well, that very topic came up during a recent group coaching Zoom with my Separation Anxiety Heroes members.
And it made me think: is separation anxiety training actually ever a waste of time?
Well, I’m passionate that it is a worthwhile endeavor. Admittedly, while the gradual exposure method works for most dogs, there are s...
One of the hardest things I ever have to tell anyone is that to get their dog over separation anxiety, they need to find ways not to leave their dog in the meantime.
It never goes down well.
And I get that. I mean, when you get a dog the last thing you sign up for is not even being able to go out to get a pint of milk without your dog howling down the house.
But the thing is, in order for the gold standard separation anxiety treat...
On this episode of Be Right Back! Separation Anxiety Podcast, I get to chat to the brilliant Dr. Karolina Westlund, a huge name in the world of animal behaviour.
Our focus? The use of punitive approa...
Join me in the latest episode of "Be Right Back! Separation Anxiety Podcast", where I explain the single most important lesson we can teach our dogs: that they are safe.
In the episode, we also look at how to keep dogs safe, and why must prioritize our dog's emotional well-being above all else.
We'll explore why the use of unethical, aversive training tools exploits a dog's need to be safe, and dissect why these tools can be so d...
Planning a getaway and worried about how a routine change will impact your dog's separation anxiety, especially if you've been investing time in separation anxiety training?
In this latest episode of Be Right Back! Separation Anxiety podcast, we dive into the world of routine changes, exploring the effects of going away and taking a break from training on our pups.
Tune in to get my expert tips and strategies to help you and your d...
Join me for an inspiring and informative episode where I interview Jenni Pfafman and Amanda Dwyer. Jenni and Amanda are on the board of the Humane Alliance of Rescue Trainers (HART) a non-profit organization that connects shelter and rescue organizations with credentialed, professional trainers.
HART's trainers donate their time to support variety of behaviour cases remotely. Their training advice provides crucial support for new ...
On this episode of Be Right Back! Separation Anxiety Podcast, we're talking about training burnout.
Following on from our discussion in the last episode when we considered what to do when yo...
Desensitization is the tried and trusted method for separation anxiety. But it’s true that it can take time. It's not the most fun training process. And it doesn't work for every dog.
So is it ever right to say you’ve given it your best shot and are giving up?
Well, in this episode, I want to take you through 5 questions to help you make that decision.
I don't want you to give up...
Discovering that your dog has separation anxiety hits hard. One of the biggest emotions to deal with the remorse we feel for not knowing.
We beat ourselves up because we left a dog who couldn't be left. We berate ourselves for missing the signs that now seem so obvious.
But, as natural as it is to feel bad about what we did when we didn't know better, we do need to let go. Hanging on to that guilt isn't good for us. And it's not g...
When you have a dog with separation anxiety, you do your best to find ways not to leave them. Daycare is an obvious solution.
But the problem is, not every dog loves daycare, and not every daycare centre is right for dogs with separation anxiety.
However, at a well run daycare, dogs of all ages and personalities can benefit, including dogs with separation anxiety.
In this episode,...
Let’s face it, people who’ve never had a dog with separation anxiety can be smug! They tell us about their "perfect" dog who "never had any issues being left."
And they quiz us about why we "still" can't leave our dog (accompanied by yet more eye rolling).
Does this sound familiar? I'm guessing it might! If so, tune into this episode where I'll be sharing my top strategies to stop their smugness making you feeling like a failure.
Having a dog who can't be left is hard enough. But for some dogs, being around strange people or dogs is also a challenge.
When this happens, it can feel like your options for managing alone-time are almost non-existent.
In this podcast episode, I'm thrilled to be speaking with Jennifer Pratt. Jennifer is expert in both separation anxiety AND dogs who are fearful and agressive when out in the world.
Jennifer shares her tips for wor...
In this episode, we're not talking about separation anxiety. Instead we're looking at how to help a dog with different fears.
Tune in to hear my interview with Simon Wooler. Simon has been working with Sophie the Romanian Rescue and her family, Rory Cellan-Jones and Diane Coyle.
It's a wonderful, heartwarming story. Not only will you love Sophie and her humans, you'll love Simon's adivce for anyone working with a fearful dog.
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Force-free training is kind, ethical, and highly effective. I'm passionate that it's the only way to train dogs. But I'm especially passionate that there is absolutely no other way to train dogs with separation anxiety.
In the episode I explain
- Why you can't treat fear with fear
- How attempting to punish out anxiety is cruel, ineffective and risky, and
- Why coercive, harsh training methods can actually make a dog more anxious ab...
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