These are the resources we recommend for our students with dogs working through separation issues/anxiety in our online class or private lessons.
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Natural Calming Aids
Zylkene/Lactium: Zylkene natural milk protein that can help take the edge off. Those I’ve worked with see results in a week to a month and a half. I’ve only had a few who don’t respond at all. Check out this website for more information! Lactium is the human grade version of Zylkene and can often be cheaper. Make sure to talk to your vet before adding either into your dog’s diet.
DAP Collar/Spray or Plug-in: I would recommend using the collar since it will always be with him. The DAP is a Dog Appeasing Pheromone like mom dog that can comfort some dogs. The Adaptil brand is what I recommend, it can be found on Amazon.
Rescue Remedy: The liquid is BACH flower essences for stress, make sure you get the pet version and not the human version. Though the human version does work if you yourself want to try it for yourself!
Through a Dog’s Ear: A great calming cd made specifically with dogs in mind! They also have a variety of desensitizing cds from road noises, fireworks, and city sounds.
ThunderShirt/ACE Wrap : Both use the principles of applying pressure, but the ACE bandage, which you can purchase at many pharmacies and grocery stores, allows for more versatile wraps and is a cheaper alternative. Often with the Thundershirt you also want to desensitize to the sound of the velcro. Make sure to try whichever method before a stressful event so that it does not become a predictor to stress.
Purina Pro Plan Calming Probiotic: This can help with helping your dog’s overall gut health and help reduce anxiety in some dogs. It can take up to six weeks to see how it impacts your dog.
Cameras
Wyze Cam 1080p: This is a great option to keep an eye on your dog when you are working through separation issues. You can check-in, record, snap pictures, and talk to your dog. It works through an app on your phone (Andriod and iPhone).
Furbo: This is a pricey option that does provide good video, you can record, get barking alerts, and dispense treats.
Reading Recommendations
Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs by Malena Demartini-Price
On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals by Turid Rugaas
Don’t Leave Me by Nicole Wilde
Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening our Relationship with Dogs by Suzanne Clothier
Getting in TTouch with your Dog by Linda Tellington-Jones
Unlock Your Dogs Potential by Sarah Fisher
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