Separation Anxiety

[Karen]

Have you done any obedience training with him? Separation anxiety can be tricky to combat, but it can be done. It is probably best to work with a trainer experienced with it. How do you react when coming home? How about when you leave? Do you know what his history was before you got him? How much exercise does he get daily? (Knowing a tired puppy is a good puppy ...)

[luvofallhorses]

First of all welcome! When you leave DON'T make a big scene just say bye when you put him in his crate to leave. Give him something to chew on, a tiny dog kong filled with peanut butter or something. Put the music on low when you leave. Some dogs are more prone to SA than others. Do not baby him to death either, that can trigger SA when you leave also. Plus you just got him, it takes dogs time to adjust.