If your dog has separation anxiety, you've probably been told over and over: “don't say goodbye, don't say hello — it just reinforces their fear.” But is that actually true?
Plus, J explains how to shift your separation anxiety dog’s association with goodbye cues so they signal safety and predictability rather than panic, and why the energy YOU bring to departures and returns matters more than whether or not you say goodbye at all.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
0:00 Should You Say Hello/Goodbye to a Dog with Separation Anxiety?
1:43 How to Change Your Dog's Association with Departure Cues
2:19 What Energy Level YOU Should Have When you Leave Your Dog Home Alone
5:10 How to Handle the Return Home: Building a Routine That Works
6:23 Why You Can't Reinforce Fear
9:06 Short-Term Fixes vs. Long-Term Separation Anxiety Training
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Disclaimers: Jenna Romano is not a veterinarian. Always consult a veterinarian. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. This episode is for entertainment purposes only. Jenna Romano will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this episode including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death to you or your dog. This episode is not instructional.
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