Does My Dog Have Separation Anxiety?

Separation anxiety can be just as stressful for humans as it is for their dogs. We chat with Dr. Judy Korman about an exciting new drug-free solution.

One of the best things you can do for your puppy or adult dog is to teach them how to be home alone. Not only does this prevent separation anxiety, it creates a more confident dog and makes your life less stressful in case you need to leave them at home while you're away.

Playing music can help your dog feel less anxious. Certain kinds of music help dogs with separation anxiety, travel anxiety, or those with noise phobia. Read about what kind of music works best for your dog.

Does your dog bark at everything that passes by your window? Do they bark whenever they hear a sound outside? Learn the three things you can do to address this dog behavior in a humane and positive way.

Dog owners who work from home or are retired and home most of the time are faced with dogs who can become used to constant companionship. These dogs can have a tough time being left alone for any time at all, and if not addressed, can develop separation anxiety.

Learn how to set up a safe space for your dog, encouraging calm behavior, building your dog's confidence, and keeping children and other guests safe

Wondering about the best way to crate train your puppy or adult dog? Learn how by following these easy steps to help your dog love being in their crate.

Many people ask when to start socializing their new puppy – get the answer here! There's an important imprint period that you don't want to miss.

Socialization is the most important thing you can do with your new puppy. Use Preventive Vet's free Pupstanding smartphone app to help your puppy learn that new people, sounds, textures, and being handled are all things not to worry about!

Proper early life socialization – before 16 weeks old – is very important for a dog’s wellbeing and development. If you’ve missed this critical early socialization window, your dog is falling behind. But it's not too late.

A daily routine is important not only for puppy potty training but also to prevent behavior issues such as separation anxiety. Learn more about how to introduce a routine to your dog.