In this episode Stacey & Ness provide dog guardians with their top tips to help them get through the holiday season with their dogs. Here's the link to Stacey's blog - https://bit.ly/46dVmDC And here's the link to the waiting list for Ness' new membership - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/f/k9-decoders-waitlist ______________________________ This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultants) discuss all things related to Separation Anxiety. Join Ness Jones from Separation Anxiety In D ..read more

It's a common question that often puzzles dog guardians - why is my dog fine to be alone in other situations and locations but not in their own home? In this episode, Stacey & Ness examine why this might occur and what you can do about it. _____________________________________________________ This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists discuss all things related to Separation Anxiety. Join Ness Jones from Separation Anxiety In Dogs Decoded in Australia (nessjones.com) and Stacey Bell from Focused Fun in the US (www.focusedfun.net) as they del ..read more

In this episode, Associate Professor of Ethology Dr Karolina Westlund of ILLIS Animal Behaviour shares her knowledge about emotions & moods and how they relate to separation-related behavior. Dr Westlund's online courses and blogs can be found on her website at https://illis.se/en/ You can also follow her on social media at: https://www.facebook.com/illis.se/ The study, Developing Diagnostic Frameworks in Veterinary Behavioral Medicine: Disambiguating Separation Related Problems in Dogs, from de Assis et al, mentioned during the interview can be found on this link - https://www.frontiersin ..read more

In this episode Ness & Stacey discuss how to help your dog cope with home alone time while going through the grieving process of losing their furry best friend. ========================================== This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultants) discuss all things related to Separation Anxiety. Join Ness Jones from Separation Anxiety In Dogs Decoded in Australia (nessjones.com) and Stacey Bell from Focused Fun in the US (www.focusedfun.net) as they delve into the dos and don ..read more

In today's episode the girls discuss Hyperattachment - what it is and why it is different from Separation Anxiety, as well as the best ways to help the dog through it. ========================================== This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultants) discuss all things related to Separation Anxiety. Join Ness Jones from Separation Anxiety In Dogs Decoded in Australia (nessjones.com) and Stacey Bell from Focused Fun in the US (www.focusedfun.net) as they delve into the dos and don ..read more

Do you sometimes feel like you are throwing spaghetti at the wall when working through your dog’s separation anxiety? By applying the Pareto Principle (sometimes known as the 80/20 rule) to your training you can streamline your approach and really focus your attention on the things that make results happen. Join Ness and Stacey in discussing what really matters in working through separation anxiety cases. ******* This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultants) discuss all things related t ..read more

In this episode Stacey & Ness discuss the topic of what might cause separation anxiety, how it looks different for individual dogs and situations and whether the companionship of another pet, other than a human, will actually help the dog cope better when home alone. SHOW NOTES: Review of epidemiological, pathological, genetic, and epigenetic factors that may contribute to the development of separation anxiety in dogs, Tia Meneses DVM, Jessica Robinson DVM, Jessica Rose DVM, Jennifer Vernick DVM, and Karen L. Overall VMD, PhD 2021 https://bit.ly/42NIUc2 ******* This podcast discusses Separ ..read more

In this episode, the girls delve into a 2016 blog by renowned ethologist Karolina Westlund discussing the early development of puppies and the potential impact it may have on the onset of separation anxiety. You can find the link to the blog here - https://bit.ly/3N5KPUW (Be sure to check out the video of the baby monkey throwing a temper tantrum!)Tira K, Lohi H. Early life experiences and exercise associate with canine anxieties. PLoS One. 2015;10(11): e0141907. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0141907 ******* This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialist ..read more

You asked and we answered. In this episode, Stacey & Ness respond to several listener questions. Don't forget folks, if you have any questions you would like answered please reach out to them! ******* This podcast discusses Separation Anxiety in dogs and how to fix it. Two global specialists (all certified as Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultants) discuss all things related to Separation Anxiety. Join Ness Jones from Separation Anxiety In Dogs Decoded in Australia (nessjones.com) and Stacey Bell from Focused Fun in the US (www.focusedfun.net) as they delve into the dos and don'ts of ..read more

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness month, Ness and Stacey are joined by special guest, Eva Maron. Eva has been working in the mental health field for 17 years and offers an especially empathetic approach as her dog, Finn, struggles with separation anxiety along with other behavioral issues. We discuss possible impacts on our mental health when you have a dog with behavioral struggles, and offer tips and strategies to get the support you need. If you would like to reach out to Eva for support, you can contact her at: Eva.Maron@sentryhealth.com ******* This podcast discusses Separation ..read more