Practice departure exercises one to two times per day for 10-15 minutes each time. The dog should be taught to sit, using small food rewards, then taught to stay on command. Progress by increasing the time away should be gradual enough so that the dog does not get up or otherwise express arousal. The goal is to teach the dog that it can be obedient and relaxed in the absence of the owner, 5. Practice independence training.
Appropriate medication is an important component of treatment.
Studies have shown that more dogs will respond more quickly when medication is included with environmental control and behavior modification. This is an anxiety-reducing drug in the family of tricyclic antidepressants. Side effects include lethargy and occasional vomiting. Conclusion Separation anxiety is a treatable condition. Changes the environment of the dog when alone.