The Doodle Pro® Podcast: Positive Training Tips for a Calm & Well-Behaved Doodle - 32: Separation Anxiety Explained with Malena DeMartini (Pt. 1) – Myths, Causes & Solutions

32: Separation Anxiety Explained with Malena DeMartini (Pt. 1) – Myths, Causes & Solutions

01/17/23 • 49 min

The Doodle Pro® Podcast: Positive Training Tips for a Calm & Well-Behaved Doodle

🐾 Is your dog struggling with Separation Anxiety? Wondering if it’s your fault?

In this insightful interview, renowned Separation Anxiety expert Malena DeMartini explains what Separation Anxiety really looks and feels like for dogs—and busts common myths about what causes it.

💡 Get answers to questions like:
✔️ Did I cause my dog’s Separation Anxiety by coddling them?
✔️ Does letting my dog sleep in my bed make it worse?
✔️ Should I have crated them or left the house more?
✔️ What ACTUALLY helps dogs overcome Separation Anxiety?

🔬 With research-backed insights and real hope for pet parents, Malena shares how to break the cycle of anxiety and help your dog feel safe and secure when alone.

🎁 EXCLUSIVE LISTENER DISCOUNT!
🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible → Sign up here
💰 Use code “doodleSA” at checkout for $75 off!

📚 Want to learn even more?
📢 Listen to Part 2 → Episode 34, where Malena outlines what works (and what doesn’t) in treating Separation Anxiety
📖 Find Malena’s book, Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Next Generation Treatment Protocols and Practices, at all major retailers

🔗 Full Show Notes & This Week’s Doodle of the Week: Click here

🎧 Hit play now and discover the truth about Separation Anxiety—so you can help your Doodle feel safe, confident, and happy!

Send me a text- Corinne, The Doodle Pro®

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🐾 Is your dog struggling with Separation Anxiety? Wondering if it’s your fault?

🔬 With research-backed insights and real hope for pet parents, Malena shares how to break the cycle of anxiety and help your dog feel safe and secure when alone.

🎁 EXCLUSIVE LISTENER DISCOUNT!
🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible → Sign up here
💰 Use code “doodleSA” at checkout for $75 off!

🔗 Full Show Notes & This Week’s Doodle of the Week: Click here

🎧 Hit play now and discover the truth about Separation Anxiety—so you can help your Doodle feel safe, confident, and happy!

Send me a text- Corinne, The Doodle Pro®

Previous Episode

31: All About Sheepadoodles! Traits, Temperament & What to Know Before Getting One

🐾 Sheepadoodle, Sheepapoo, Sheepadoo, or Sheepoodle—no matter what you call them, this episode is a celebration of these fluffy, lovable Doodles!

In this bonus episode, we dive into everything you need to know about Sheepadoodles—whether you already have one or are considering adding one to your family.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The history & purpose of the Old English Sheepdog and how it shapes Sheepadoodle behavior
✔️ Coat care & grooming needs to keep their fluff manageable
✔️ How their herding instincts may show up in daily life
✔️ Protective & guarding traits—what to expect and how to manage them
✔️ Desirable Poodle & Old English Sheepdog traits in a Sheepadoodle
✔️ Health concerns & genetic testing to look for from breeders
✔️ Surprising facts about Mini Sheepadoodles!

🐾 Whether you're a Sheepadoodle parent or just a Doodle lover, you won’t want to miss these insights!

🎧 Hit play now to deepen your understanding of Sheepadoodles and learn how to set them up for success!

🔜 Next Thursday’s bonus episode breed mix is... Stay tuned!

Send me a text- Corinne, The Doodle Pro®

Next Episode

33: Separation Anxiety IS Fixable! Expert Advice from Malena DeMartini (Pt. 2)

🐾 Is your Doodle struggling with Separation Anxiety? Good news—it IS fixable!

In Part 2 of my conversation with leading Separation Anxiety expert, author, and trainer Malena DeMartini, we break down what actually works to help your dog feel safe and confident when home alone.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why leaving a treat toy isn’t the solution
✔️ How to assess the severity of your dog’s anxiety
✔️ Can dogs "grow out of" Separation Anxiety?
✔️ What methods actually work—and what to avoid

🎁 EXCLUSIVE LISTENER DISCOUNT!
🖥 Get $75 off Malena’s Self-Paced Online Course, Mission Possible → Sign up here
💰 Use code “doodleSA” at checkout for $75 off!

📚 Want to learn even more?
📢 Listen to Part 1 → Episode 32 where Malena discusses the roots of Separation Anxiety, the pandemic’s impact, and why it’s NOT your fault
📖 Find Malena’s book, Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Next Generation Treatment Protocols and Practices, at all major retailers

🎧 Hit play now and start your journey toward a calmer, happier Doodle!

Send me a text- Corinne, The Doodle Pro®

The Doodle Pro® Podcast: Positive Training Tips for a Calm & Well-Behaved Doodle - 32: Separation Anxiety Explained with Malena DeMartini (Pt. 1) – Myths, Causes & Solutions

Transcript

[00:00:00] I have to tell you I was super fan-girling over today's guests. I could not wait for our interview to come. She is one of my training heroes and the expert on separation anxiety training. And today's episode, we're going to discuss what is separation anxiety and what it is not

[00:00:20] Did the pandemic create an epidemic of pandemic puppies with separation anxiety? Or did it actually give those dogs a unique advantage?

[00:00:30] In this episode, we're going to discu