DOGS AND BEHAVIOUR
Safe Home Alone.
Separation struggles
Anxiety. Barking and worse.. when you are gone? Being apart can be difficult for your dog.
Step by step support
A clear, tailored plan guides you and build your dogs confidence with patience and structure.
Relaxed dog
Enjoy freedom, knowing your dog feels safe and relaxed when home alone.
Knowledge & heart
Evidence-based ethical methods combined with empathy and understanding.
Approach
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I combine science-based methods with a compassionate, step-by-step process. By addressing emotions, health, needs and by planned training, I help dogs feel safe and confident when home alone. Every plan is tailored to your dog and your life.
Dog trainer and
Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultant
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HOW CAN I HELP YOU
Need something specific? Customized consultation and hourly support available on request
SEPARATION RELETED PROBLEMS
What does it really mean?
Many dogs struggle when left alone, showing various signs of stress and a range of behaviours. While the term “separation anxiety” is often used, it’s more accurate to talk about separation-related problems, since the underlying reasons can be varied and complex.
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Some dogs experience these difficulties from an early age, while others may develop them later in life. The emotions behind these struggles can differ too - it might be fear, grief, or frustration, but boredom or unmet needs can also play a big part.
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General stress, pain, health issues, or other behavioural challenges can further influence how a dog copes with being alone.
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Understanding this complexity and what’s really going on beneath the surface — is the key to planning effective therapy and truly helping your dog feel safe, calm, and relaxed when left alone.
FAQ
Can every dog learn to stay home alone?
Yes. Most dogs can improve significantly with the right support, managment and patience.
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How long does separation anxiety training take?
It varies – progress depends on the dog, the history, and consistency, but it rather takes months than weeks.
Do medications fix separation anxiety?
Medication can support recovery, but training and behaviuor change are essential.
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Is a camera at home enough to manage the problem?
A camera helps you observe, but it doesn’t solve the issue on its own.
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Does it go away on its own?
No. Dogs don't “grow out of it”; they need structured support, training focused on emotional safety and confidence.
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How can you help a dog with separation problems?
Through gradual training, emotional support, and sometimes medical help when needed.
Symptoms
Singns of stress
Vocalization and barking
Destruction
chewing
Attempts to escape
Urination / defecation
ABOUT
I help dogs and their humans overcome separation struggles through knowledge, support and kindness.
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I am a dedicated dog trainer and certified separation anxiety behaviour consultant, using an ethical and holistic approach that takes into consideration each dog's well-being, health and underlying emotions.
I'm passionate about behaviour modification, canine communication, and behavioral medicine.
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My personal experience with a sensitive dog and separation issues gave me the chance to experience the healing from both sides, and showed me how crucial patience, empathy, and understanding are in that process.
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Based in Oslo, Norway, but at times you can also meet me in Warsaw, Poland. I offer support and guidance in English, Polish and Norwegian, online wherever you are!
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Anna Nowogrodzka
DOGS & BEHAVIOUR
Julie Naismith is a dog trainer and one of the world’s leading experts on separation-related problems.
She is the author of the Be Right Back! book series and runs the SA Pro Behavior Consultant Certification Programme. Her methods are based on desensitization and gradual exposure.
