Dogs Separation Anxiety Training

One-on-one specialized separation anxiety behavior training for dogs

Change your dog’s anxiety to joy with the help of our Separation Anxiety Intensive.

Dog Separation Anxiety Training Intensive

Separation anxiety in dogs is a panic disorder and it requires a customized training approach. Separation Anxiety Training Intensive is a one-on-one specialized dog training service. The initial pre-process evaluation is the only piece that occurs in person, the rest of the training process happens totally remotely. The entire program can be completely remote for clients that are not geographically close to our Tampa dog training center.

Certified Separation Anxiety Trainers (CSAT) are specialized in helping dogs with separation anxiety. The Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer at Courteous Canine is Christy Parker.

To enroll in our intensive separation anxiety program, begin by booking our one-time initial behavior consult to ensure your pup is a match. The cost for the behavior consult is not included in the training package pricing.

The 4-week program and training plan consists of:

1-live coaching session or video review for 30 minutes to 1 hour; 4 times per month
Monday – Friday “Missions” daily training tasks, lists, and feedback; 20 total in a month
Session recordings
Access to trainer on a consistent basis to customize training plan
Plans for what to do on the weekends or when you take a mission break at another scheduled time
Tech set-up session for clients that need assistance

Frequently Asked Questions about Separation Anxiety in Dogs

What is the length of Behavior Change Plan?Meghan McKenna

What is the length of Behavior Change Plan?

That depends on the length of the dog and the client. Working with separation anxiety is different from regular obedience dog training or other behavior modification programs. The trainer invests considerable time creating specific, individualized plans, reviewing video regularly, giving feedback, and adjusting the written criteria based on reading the dog’s body language and assessing his progress. The parent needs to make a commitment both to the program and to not leaving during dog alone during the behavior change plan. Alternatives to leaving the dog alone are making use of daycare, or neighbors, or family or friends or pet sitters who stay with the dog.

The only potential additional cost in treating separation anxiety is the purchase of an inexpensive webcam (if you don’t already have one) and a checkup with your veterinarian (if necessary).

Why Does Remote Training Work?Meghan McKenna

Why Does Remote Training Work?

Unlike many training protocols, separation anxiety doesn’t require the physical presence of the trainer. In fact, the trainer’s presence can actually inhibit progress by changing the normal, everyday circumstances your dog is used to.

The “trainer effect,” as it’s called, often produces false results—dogs seem to be getting better, but only while the trainer is there. Once she leaves, it’s back to anxiety-as-usual.

How Long Will It Take to Overcome My Dog’s Separation Anxiety?Meghan McKenna

How Long Will It Take to Overcome My Dog’s Separation Anxiety?

Separation anxiety training is unlike many other types of dog training because it requires treatment of an emotional response, rather than simply teaching a new behavior or trick. Much like a human seeing a counselor for help with a fear or phobia, there’s no way to predict a timeline for a “cure.” Each dog is different (as are owners and their abilities to carry out the training exercises), so progress can start to happen within a few weeks or not for months. While separation anxiety is a highly treatable disorder, the rate of progress is slow, particularly in the early stages. Thankfully, learning begins to accelerate once we’ve made careful initial gains. You can affect the rate of your progress by being consistent and devoting time to the process.

I Hear Treating Separation Anxiety Involves Using Food, But My Dog Won’t Eat When I’m Gone.Meghan McKenna

I Hear Treating Separation Anxiety Involves Using Food, But My Dog Won’t Eat When I’m Gone.

Alone-time anorexia is a common symptom in dogs with separation anxiety. The goal of treatment is to get your dog to a place where he’s comfortable when left alone. It may surprise you to learn that food use is not the cornerstone of working with separation anxiety, if it is used at all. Using food in most types of training is paramount, but it works a little differently with separation anxiety.

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Private Dog Training Pricing and Packages

If you are ready to schedule a Private Dog Training Appointment please sign our waiver and then fill-out the registration form.

In Home Private Training Session	Price	Register
Private Training – Evaluation for CGC (30min)	$45	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – One Hour – In Home	$120	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – One Hour – In Home – Travel Fee	$140	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 6 (1 Hr) – In Home	$648	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 6 (1 Hr) – In Home – Travel Fee	$768	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 8 (1 Hr) – In Home	$816	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 8 (1 Hr) – In Home – Travel Fee	$976	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 12 (1 Hr) – In Home	$1,224	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 12 (1 Hr) – In Home – Travel Fee	$1,464	Class Schedule & Registration

On Campus Private Training Session	Price	Register
Private Training – One Hour – On Campus. One hour for up to 3 household dogs at the campus. The three dogs must be from the same household in order to participate in private training together without generating an extra fee.	$85	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – One Hour – Virtual	$85	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 6 (1 Hr) – On Campus	$459	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 8 (1 Hr) – On Campus	$578	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Training – Package of 12 (1 Hr) – On Campus	$867	Class Schedule & Registration
Snake Avoidance Training – Learn how to train your dog to avoid a snake the positive, force-free way and improve your dog’s response in an emergency situation while on leash.	$85	Class Schedule & Registration

One-On-One Dog Sport Training 1 Hour at the campus	Price	Register
One hour for up to 3 dogs at the campus	$65	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Sports Training – Package of 6 (1 Hr) – On Campus	$351	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Sports Training – Package of 8 (1 Hr) – On Campus	$442	Class Schedule & Registration
Private Sports Training – Package of 12 (1 Hr) – On Campus	$663	Class Schedule & Registration

Dog Sport Training 1/2 Hour at the campus	Price	Register
1/2 hour private sports training session at the campus for up to 2 dogs – restrictions apply	$35	Class Schedule & Registration

Additional Fees	Description	Price

No Show Fee	Applies to all private training and behavior consulting, of any length at the campus or in-home. No show fee applies when cancellation occurs with less than 24 hours notice.	100% of appointment fee
Travel Fee	May apply to in-home private training or behavior consultations. Based on the geographic location of the assigned trainer.	$20