I highly recommend checking out Malena's book: https://a.co/d/0gg0y7sm
She's an expert in working dogs through true separation anxiety, and now teaches a course to certify dog trainers in doing the same. We were lucky enough to get consultations from her for a 100+ lb Neopolitan Mastiff mix who had eaten his way out of an "indestructible" crate. Funny enough he was fairly institutionalized in the shelter environment, staying in standard indoor/outdoor kennel without issue. He couldn't be left unattended in an office or a home without being destructive/escaping/self-harming at times though.
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Melody Perry
Shelter Programming Coordinator
Dogs Playing for Life
NM
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-07-2025 01:31 PM
From: teresa ramey
Subject: Treating Separation Anxiety in a Foster Home
Hello! I am hoping for some input regarding the successful outcome of treating canine separation anxiety in a foster home. If you have tried to treat this in a foster home, What did the support team look like (veterinary behaviorist? certified trainers?) What resources were helpful to the foster family? Did the progress made at the foster home translate into an easier time settling in the adoptive home or did the dog start over?
If the dog loses its foster home, has anyone been successful treating separation anxiety if the dog has to come back to a shelter environment?
Or if you also have tried and have been unsuccessful, the information could be helpful as well
I appreciate any input!
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment
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teresa ramey
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