Separation Anxiety In Dogs Decoded hosted by Ness Jones

Navigating the holiday season

The holiday season, sometimes known as the silly season, can be difficult for some dogs. Dogs are creatures of routine and they love to know what's coming next. For this

Listener Question Answered: Why is my dog fine at home alone but not if I briefly leave them at a friend's place?

In this episode, Ness answers a listener question from Eniko: "What should I do if my dog is great at doing home alone time at home (he sleeps relaxed in his place) but

Can You Teach An Old Dog New Tricks?

Just because you have a senior dog doesn't mean they can't learn to feel safe when you leave them. There may be a number of reasons why your dog doesn't feel good about y

My Dog Is Getting Back At Me For Leaving Them Alone

It's easy to assign human behaviors on to dogs and many guardians have accused their dogs of taking revenge on them (ie by destroying belongings or soiling in the home) f

Should I crate or kennel my dog when I leave home?

A question Ness gets asked a lot is whether to use crates for the dog's home alone time. In this episode she looks at the impact crates can have for some dogs and how c

Can poor health impact home alone time?

In this episode we explore how health can impact a dog's ability to feel comfortable at home alone and why a visit to the vet is a must. If you have a question you would

Listener Question: Dog reacts differently depending on who is leaving it

In this episode, Ness answers a listener question about how to tackle training for a dog which reacts differently when different family members leave them at home alone

Should my dog be on medication?

Is medication right for your dog? In this episode, Ness discusses prescribed medications and the pros and cons of using it for a dog with separation anxiety. Here is the

Should I give my dog a treat when I leave them home alone?

In this episode I discuss using food for home alone time. Does it help? Is it a good distraction? Or is it not really worth it? Don't forget to check out my easy step-by

Should I Get Another Dog To Keep My Dog Company?

Following on from last week's episode, Ness discusses whether it is worthwhile to get another dog to keep your dog company. If you have a question you would like answered

Listener Question Answered: What To Do When One Dog Passes

In the first listener question to be answered, Nancy asks what to do if one of her dogs passes. If you have a question you would like answered please email hello@nessjon

Common Behaviors Dogs Do When We Walk Out The Door

In this episode Ness explores some of the things dogs do to show their distress when they are left alone. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program for dogs

You Don’t Have To Struggle Alone

This podcast is to help you help your dog cope with home alone time and finally get your life back without worrying about how your dog is going every time you walk out th

The A.L.O.N.E. Method*

In this episode Ness walks us through her The A.L.O.N.E. Method* and how to apply it to separation anxiety training. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step progr

What does your dog struggle with? I've got you covered!

We love our dogs and we want the best for them, so expanding our knowledge about what drives them, how to keep them healthy and how to provide them with the best life eve

How Do We Ensure A Successful Training Session?

When we are at the beginning of our training journey and want to build solid foundations, it's imperative that we make the sessions as easy as possible for the dog to suc

Should I Greet My Dog When I Return?

Dog guardians are often told to ignore their dogs for 5 minutes when they walk in the door. In this episode, Ness explains why she doesn't agree with this and gives some

Abracadabra: What are your magic leaving words?

It's easy to get worried about how your dog will cope with your absence before you even step outside the door. The problem is, your stress will influence how your dog dea

The Exit Point - Reducing the interest when you leave

Some dogs are triggered by your exit point (eg door) and this is one leaving cue that you absolutely cannot avoid! In this episode Ness discusses how to factor in the doo

Dogs who stress before you leave (Leaving Cues)

What should you do if your dog becomes stressed before you even step a foot outside the door? Don't worry I have a plan for this. It starts with understanding what trigge