seperation anxiety?

[IRescue452]

Instead of running on the treadmill, can you take her for a jog?

[lindsay31787]

We had our first training session with a new trainer yesterday. A lot of what she said makes sense. But she also said that dogs need a lot of sleep, and that part of our problem might be that she's getting grumpy just as we do and she doesn't want to miss anything. I can't take her for a jog outside because the cold that we're starting to experience sets off my asthma, and the treadmill is definitely not beg enough for her butt! We also learned that although we have many toys, she should have bones and the toys should be for "fun time" instead of just all the time. We've also moved her kennel into our bedroom, which will drive us nuts for hopefully only a week or so, but is supposed to help with separation anxiety, and when we come home we were told to ignore her for 5-10 min and not to make any sort of big deal about getting her out of her kennel. I'd read that someplace on this board too. Does anyone else kennel their dog at night? we felt bad last night not giving her anything to chew on, but she's so loud! Thanks again for all the help! I'll give updates as we get things figured out!! And sorry I haven't been back in a while, life got crazy! (we're putting in a safer fence outside for her and trying to tire her butt out!)

[Karen]

I understand about the cold-activated asthma, and sorry the treadmill isn't big enough for both of you! I am glad you found a trainer that seems good so far, and do keep us updated!