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Separation anxiety is NOT your fault. And it’s not fixed with crates, cameras, or “cry it out.”
In this episode of The Yappy Hour, certified separation anxiety pro behaviour consultant Rosee Riggs unpacks the most persistent myths, why they backfire, and the simple, compassionate framework that helps dogs feel truly safe when home alone.
We cover managing absences, predictable “safe signals,” why food and gadgets aren’t shortcuts, and how consistency beats intensity every time.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The biggest separation anxiety myths (crate fixes, “cry it out,” quick-time increases) and why they fail
✅ How to set up managing absences so your dog avoids panic while you train
✅ The role of predictability and using a simple safe signal your dog can trust
✅ Why treats, cameras, and gadgets aren’t shortcuts for fear-based problems
✅ How to run gradual desensitisation in tiny, safe steps that build confidence
✅ When to seek qualified, force-free professional support — and what that looks like
✅ Lifestyle tweaks that reduce overall stress (rest, sniffy walks, pain checks)
Key Takeaways:
- Separation anxiety is a welfare issue, not “spoiling” or stubbornness.
- “Cry it out,” arbitrary 5–10 minute jumps, and crating can worsen fear.
- Train what your dog can do calmly; build up in tiny, boring, repeatable steps.
- Consistency > intensity: ~30 minutes a day, 5 days a week beats marathon sessions.
- Set up management (sitters, swaps, schedule tweaks) to prevent panic while you train.
- Check for co-factors (sound sensitivity, pain, over-arousal) and adjust lifestyle.
- Qualified, force-free help accelerates progress — you don’t have to do this alone.
🎙️ Thanks for tuning in! Let’s celebrate the joy and challenges of dog parenting together, because we’re all here for the dogs. 🐾
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