Contrary to popular belief, our family pets can suffer from anxiety just as much as their human counterparts. Anxiety is a response to stress and nothing can bring out anxiety in a dog as much as separation from an owner. Needless to say, a great deal of panic can set in with a family dog that seriously misses it owner. Also, the separation does not even have to be very long in duration. Some dogs may fly into separation anxiety panic simply waiting for an owner to return home from work. This can lead to the dog causing serious damage in the home. Obviously, this would not be a good situation. So, it would be wise to take a few dog house training steps to reduce the onset of separation anxiety.

Bach flower essences have been safely used by both people and animals in order to calm their nerves and bring a sense of general well-being. For this reason, it is very effective in the treatment of dog separation anxiety. The bach flower essences are heavily diluted and can be combined with many other ingredients in order to create numerous combinations for a variety of medical concerns. In fact, there are 38 different combinations that are effective in treating different ailments. Bach flower essences can be found in many health food stores and are widely available on the Internet.

Boredom combined with excess energy can also expedite separation anxiety. Exercising your dog regularly can circumvent this. If the dog receives a decent amount of regular exercise then the dog will not bristle with energy that might manifest during a separation period. The huge benefit to this is that the dog will not exhibit any potentially destructive behavior. However, it is also wise to secure the dog in an area where it can not do any damage. Rather than having the dog destroying the living room of a home, placing it in the basement is a wiser option. Or, if you lack such a room placing the dog in a decent sized crate/cage will work. Also, leaving the radio on while the dog is alone in the room might aid in making the dog feel less lonely.

Finally, if you need a little help with your separation anxiety related dog house training there are a number of excellent dog sitting/walking services that can help. Many times, a qualified “dog care professional” and swing by and check on your dog and keep him company for a half hour for less than $20. This can work wonders in making your dog’s time alone more comfortable and less stressful.

Kava kava has also been used by many people in the treatment of dog separation anxiety. It is safe for use in humans, but there are not enough studies to indicate whether or not kava kava is safe for use in dogs. For this reason, proceed with caution if you do decide to use kava kava treatments for dog separation anxiety.