Separation Anxiety Training For Real Life
Does your dog bark, howl, or cry as soon as you walk out the door?
Do you come home to scratched doors, chewed frames, or damaged crates?
Is your dog having accidents inside even though they are normally house trained?
Pacing, panting, drooling, or refusal to eat when alone?
Many guardians in Austin and beyond feel trapped at home.
If this sounds familiar, you and your dog are not alone in this struggle.
What Separation Anxiety Is Not
Separation anxiety is not spite or anger.
Your dog is not “getting back at you” for leaving.
Separation anxiety is a panic response to being alone or away from beloved people.
Dogs in this state are scared, not stubborn or disobedient.
Because of that, punishment and “tough love” only add more fear.
Our work together is rooted in empathy for both dogs and thier humans.
Strange Dogs Behavior and Training helps dogs who panic when left alone feel safe about alone time.
We focus on separation anxiety support for Austin and Central Texas, and work with guardians worldwide through virtual coaching.
How Support Works
We model and structure around modern separation anxiety protocols. You get clear guidance and steady partnership instead of trying to figure this out alone.
Why Virtual Training Makes Sense
Separation anxiety happens in your home, not in a training center.
That is why leading experts now consider remote coaching best practice.
Working virtually lets us:
Watch your dog in their real life home environment
Tailor plans to your actual schedule and routines
Support you without adding more stress for your dog
From Austin apartments to homes around the world, the process stays flexible and accessible.
So, Here’s What To Expect:
Initial assessment and case history
Weekly support through short missions tailored to your dog daily and broken into steps that fit right into your day
A dedicated half hour live reassessment each week
Packages in four week blocks, with space to reassess before moving forward together
Collaboration with your family vet or veterinary behaviorist
You’ll feel seen, understood, and supported
The nuts and bolts of training will be covered in your Discovery Call.
Scott’s desensitization approach helped Jagger become less reactive and anxious through daily exposure. As time goes on, seeing your pet grow and become more secure should encourage you that your hard work is worth it. Every dog has a different pace, so make sure to stop and appreciate the little improvements as you go. We are 6 weeks ‘graduated’ from our hands on sessions and just got to celebrate 3 hours alone!
Kayla Marie
Jagger
For Austin and Beyond
Strange Dogs Behavior and Training is based in Austin, Texas.
If you live in South Austin, North Austin, East Austin, or West Austin, you are in our core service area.
We also frequently support guardians in Round Rock, Pflugerville, and Cedar Park.
Because sessions are virtual, we can also work with you wherever you are in the world.
If you have an internet connection and a device with a camera, we can connect.
$200 Separation Behavior Consultation
For anyone working though their own protocol, transition behaviors, setbacks, regressions, or need help moving on from one size fits all solutions
You Are Not Failing Your Dog
Many guardians feel guilt, embarrassment, or frustration about separation anxiety.
You may have been told it is your fault for spoiling your dog or letting them sleep on the bed.
Current research does not support those blame stories.
Separation anxiety is a complex, emotional condition, not a simple training mistake.
At Strange Dogs Behavior and Training, we start from compassion, not judgment.
