Explaining How To Fix Separation Anxiety With Your Dog

[@xserena13x]

My dog follows me inside the house nonstop but I guarantee you if I accidentally let go of his leash he’d run off to the sunset without a second thought 😅

[@dogsareboss]

So much for them "following you to the ends of the earth". X

[@xserena13x]

@@dogsareboss that only applies when I’m inside the house apparently haha

[@theweirdcrystalgirl2485]

Husky? Lol sounds like my husky

[@xserena13x]

@@theweirdcrystalgirl2485 if it’s mine he’s a German shepherd/Labrador mix

[@Danielle20-s8h]

Same 😂

[@jodidaane4592]

I love how you explain WHY the dog does/feels what he does. It really helps to be more patient with them rather than getting annoyed.

[@AgitatedTaco]

Yeah.

[@NissrineA74]

Absolutely.

[@precisionbrown6829]

There’s many people that don’t have patience and just give up. That’s when you don’t get a pet Children? You need patience with kids. Same scenario

[@meditationpure3985]

You can not for any reason in the world miss the video of this sweet kitten kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ-7qKawfK6Zgbs

[@delaneythomas843]

@Nancy Bernard explain it then please

[@MichaelDelfino-j6n]

I'd like to see this done with a dog that is experiencing separation anxiety already, This dog appears well trained calm & not anxious one bit.

[@danasaunders5997]

You are 100% right! This was a waste of time! Working with a trained dog to show what the end result should look like is fine for a minute or two. The bulk of this video should be training a dog and its owner that has anxiety issues!!! This was just "Showing Off" a well trained dog. No value!

[@saragotze8466]

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[@saragotze8466]

Google the phrase I posted above. It's an excellent post on how to keep your dog calm by using emotional control exercises. They work really well for separation anxiety.

[@lhans1368]

​@@saragotze8466 is there a link you can post? I googled the phrase but I couldn't find anything about dog training.

[@tallassjasminee_]

Agreed

[@janetfolkerts5827]

I'm a senior and have a little terrier, I take her with me shopping, and everywhere. 24/7 we are together. Last evening I had to attend a meeting that she was excluded from for approx. 2 hrs. for the first time in over 6 months we were separated. I came home she has scratched at my door and door frame to the point of damaging her paws, it broke my heart and it took me the rest of the evening to calm her down. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@kathyclark8274]

So sorry you had this experience that was so upsetting and made you feel guilty for going out.

[@KJtime123]

Stay strong with your dog ❤❤ Its a sign he loves you

[@sophiealice7999]

Hi Janet, I Hope you’re okay?! Just curious how have you been getting on with your little terrier I have a Jack Russell terrier too his 10 years old I’ve had him since he was eight weeks old and I’ve always lived at home with my family so there’s always been someone home now I’ve moved out and it’s just me and him when I go to work he cries and barks non-stop :( I have a doggy camera so I can see him he just doesn’t sit still!! I’ve tried leaving the radio on distracting him with toys and chews, tiring him out with walks first and tried to take it in stages leaving him five minutes at a time and nothing seems to work :’( xx

[@jinnyhong5615]

@@sophiealice7999 I actually have the same problem as you! I also have a Jack Russell terrier and he is 9 years old and cries when he is alone in the house when I look through the camera. I've also tried the radio, toys, and lots of exercise, tiring him out. I recently moved out too and my neighbors are starting to complain because of his cries. I live in a small apartment so I don't really have a lot of room to do this exercise with my dog :(

[@iowagreen8932]

In the 80's -- i.e. before the internet -- I had a dog with separation anxiety, and I hit on the idea of letting her spend the days with a neighbor's young dog who also was unhappy being left alone. I confined them in my kitchen with plenty of water and newspapers on the floor. There was quite the mess to clean up but her big grin when I got home made it all worthwhile. Eventually the neighbor moved away but my dog was cured of her anxiety then so it worked out.

[@CesarMillanOfficial]

Thank you for watching! Let me know what you think of the video and what else you would like to learn. Wishing you a week of safe, peace, and love. ❤️

[@ZP916]

Cesar Millan something I would love help with is easing my dogs fear at the vet. It is the only place she becomes 'rock bottom' level of fearful. Thank you Cesar!!♥️

[@amb_TV]

@@ZP916 I agree with you. We need some instruct on dealing with Vet visit anxiety.

[@prinegonbevaris1788]

@@ZP916 Have you ever tried visiting the vet, without her getting a treatment? Just go into the waiting room, give her a reward (or even better, if your vet agrees to give her a reward) and then leaving again? Breaking up the routine, that vet means unpleasantness should change their behaviour a lot.

[@jadenlester7861]

Hi cesar my dog is an emergency case because he has some really bad behaviors that are really dangerous for others dogs and people can you please help me and I called your center and I never got a call back

[@Panda-ud9su]

so helpful, Mr. Millan!! we're going to back to our jobs so we'll leave our dog Morgan alone soon; thanks for training us! 👍🏻

[@GinjaNinja88]

The moment when you realise Cesar Millan is now training millions more humans than dogs.......mind blown!

[@danielrodriguez9778]

He always has

[@princess_reaper]

He's a dog behaviorist. He never trained dogs. He explains the dog's behavior to humans so they can understand how to communicate with them

[@GinjaNinja88]

Would you say the joke was partly or entirely lost on you? 😂

[@precisionbrown6829]

Sean Briggs finally someone opened humans eyes to the love and dedication dogs give us ❤️

[@GreyPunkWolf]

@@princess_reaper He does train dogs. It's just not the core of his job, nor is it the core of any behaviorist. They are specialized in the human to animal relationship, but still are able to train or educate dogs. In a matter of hours actually. The humans are way longer to train and educate that's the issue most behaviourists face lmao

[@Brownie8624]

Thank you, Cesar, I used your method and trained my dog for 6 weeks. Now she has overcome separation anxiety ❤

[@dirtbagminimal2268]

yay! i started this traing today 👍

[@angelamarie222]

Starting today ❤

[@JoskiiWoskii]

This is why Cesar is the best. With people slowly transitioning back to their regular schedules, the timing of this video is amazing. Thanks so much!

[@mcrapser6821]

Joseph Dizon it could not be in a better time frame could it! He is the best

[@mcrapser6821]

Being so recent and understanding about social distancing and always being home with your dog, the time will come when we do have to go back to our regular lives and our dogs need to understand it better. I learned a lot today and I’ve had dogs my whole life

[@Cranknfodder]

He’s great.

[@beaceballos_]

True. My dog used to be calm when we left for work, now he stays crying a bit behind the door when we leave. 😢

[@ToxicAfricanKing]

Cesar is simply the best. I could listen to him talk about dogs all day.

[@camelia.layla19]

Me too!! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@alllifematters]

I have spent plenty days that way

[@angiezaz]

Me too

[@jonseymoon73]

He sure is, the best! 😁🐕

[@nealeorinick1700]

My son’s lab had terrible separation anxiety so I took the easy way out. I bought a huge kennel and adopted him a friend. Now they hang out in the kennel together when we have to leave and he is calm, never tries to bust out or chew up the tray. Ha! Not a solution everyone can use, I know. Worked like magic, though.😅

[@icecold8974]

This is why I set boundaries. My gf thinks I’m mean but she doesn’t understand. I make them sleep in their own beds, I don’t constantly cuddle them or allow them to follow me everywhere. They are very well behaved and friendly dogs.

[@tommyt813]

user name checks out

[@heathermarie7030]

@@tommyt813 😂 lol

[@nathpolido9964]

We have same situatuon.. My gf thought I was cruel with our beagle but I just want our dog to be developed and get out of separation anxiety

[@icecold8974]

@@nathpolido9964 well done, it’s important.

[@samwdavis]

Well done. Cesar is focused on being a TV star. He doesn't show the dirty part. By dirty part, I mean what seems inhumane to humans but means leadership that dogs are hungry for as dogs. He always shows things at a macro level after success rather than the daily work that goes in at a micro level. He is EXCELLENT at training dogs, but he really does a rather poor job of educating humans how to relate to their dogs. You have it right! I encourage you to delve into the world of TRUE balanced dog training. I think Cesar practices balanced dog training but presents more of a positive only approach to be popular, showing results without showing methods. You are definitely on the right track and your approach is definitely more compassionate and loving to dogs that those that criticize you for being cruel. Keep up the good work!

[@aguilarj89]

I don’t think my dogs has the anxiety separation, it’s me.

[@MrNibac80]

hahahahahahahaha

[@kathyerb3134]

Your anxiety is transferred onto the dog, they can sense it

[@maxkim7937]

it's like boxing then, go to your corner and wait

[@alllifematters]

It's me too. I love having my dog next to me. I worry about him when I'm not with him

[@ToxicAfricanKing]

Lol

[@marvinaviles2593]

So I watched this for the lesson, I will watch again and again to admire and take design ideas from his home

[@BekindRewind71]

That's funny! We were just saying the same thing! Not super keen on the green couch though.

[@redsloane879]

His home is so beautiful!!

[@TheDavedevil619]

Flex 😂😂

[@marthapalermo1914]

I have one of those too. Can't catch her and won't come to anyone. She'll come home but won't come Inside until she's ready.

[@Sacredsaucemusic]

I don't do single dogs anymore. I get so much more out of my dog's love for each other and watching them play. I can leave knowing they are content in each other's company and I return to such a calm, content energy. I'd never go back to having a single dog.

[@tracypetti8336]

I got another dog for her to have company and a friend but they are not thrilled with each other and then they started fighting and I love them both and this is heartbreaking because I don't want either of them to feel scared and hurting each other.

[@Sacredsaucemusic]

@tracypetti8336 good to take the dog woth you to choose the perfect friend.for themselves.😊

[@trixifield7925]

Just watching this I was very sceptical, since Cesar was using an already-calm dog, but i thought I'll just have a go with my little rescue that won't leave me alone, but it worked immediately, allbeit just short distances. I started by just taking a few steps away and returning. Then going to the door jamb and returning a few times. The going in to the next room...usually the trigger for him to come trotting after me. And it worked. He stayed put and enjoyed the treats and tummy tickles he got as a reward. I would like to see Cesar do this with a dog that isn't so well trained. I'm now in the kitchen and he's settled in his point of reference. Thank you for giving me a starting point.

[@insideunwrittenthings]

I really want to try this but I don’t get it. When do you treat him? Because as soon as I walk away he’ll follow

[@trixifield7925]

I gave him a treat as soon as he'd managed to wait for as long as I wanted him to. So that he would associate the treat with his calm and patient behaviour. Within 6 weeks I got him from never letting me out of his sight to being able to cope with 20 minutes while I worked in the front garden with the door closed.

[@donvandenberg5301]

My dog was abandoned out in the middle of nowhere, near my workplace. He was sitting on the side of the road, and my daughter and I eventually got him to come to us. We didnt have a place to send him, so he hung out with me in my loader and latched on to me. Now I can't even leave him home with my wife. He sits and whines and howls all day until i get home. He has to go to work with me every day. Luckily I work somewhere that is cool with it. The guys at work love him and the daughter of the owner of the company actually went out and bought him his own safety vest with the company logo on it.

[@LAKSHMIANGELES]

WOW LUCKY YOU, HOW NICE! BUT STILL IT WOULD B WISE TO START TRAINING HIM SLOWLY BEC U NEVER KNOW WHAT COULD HAPPEN TO U AND THEN HE WOULD SUFFER EVEN MORE. ✌️💚☮️💟

[@Mikrokozma33]

Same. I have my own company, so I can take him with me in office, but when I have meetings, or when I travel, I leave him at my parents, where both of us lived for few years. He is OK with that, but he suffer a lot, and when I came back from vacation he is mad for few days. 🙄😭

[@jgdesigner]

Beautiful story! I did rescue a pet from the streets with my daughter too. My daughter was 5 years old and told me: Daddy, this dog has not family, we have to take care of her. Long story short, after 7 years, this dog is the most loyal and lovely pet ever.

[@benflores3936]

Bless owners who treat his workers this way 👍

[@1down4up78]

I love this! How much treats per hour is he paid? Good job, hope you both live a happy life sharing each other’s companionship. Stay safe!

[@Blitznstitch2]

My dog with separation anxiety is the one I had to chase down the street to come back.

[@annaaiko868]

Exactly. Literally did it 10 minutes ago. 😂🤣

[@lost8257]

Same

[@fabm4252]

Happen to me today. 😂

[@katiesteele6181]

😂😂

[@AbundantlyHappyLisa]

according to Caesar in a different video, the dogs that BOLT out the door, away from you, are the ones that don't get enough exercise and they think this is their only moment so they take it and run!

[@mayis3070]

The tips are amazing, but I’m distracted by how much I like that gorgeous home.

[@pinklacelady]

Love the dark green sofa!

[@fusion451]

it would take an army to keep it clean

[@kyrareneeLOA]

Please do more of these separation video. More with other dogs... not your dogs.

[@jamedraa8472]

That Cesar pillow is everything.

[@qdllc]

But a little disturbing...who made it....?

[@emsans5904]

😂

[@Stoney_Eagle]

I am ALWAYS telling my dog "I'm going grocery shopping" or "I am going to visit a friend" She KNOWS, and she just goes on the couch on her own.

[@weewoox]

Aww you're dog is so smart. For my dog, all I do is say bye and he gives me puppy eyes so I dont leave

[@merichamarais9539]

Nobody should be alone. Its cruel in my eyes

[@Stoney_Eagle]

@@merichamarais9539 I know right... But sometimes life happens. I still believe my dog rather likes having breakfast and dinner than me being with her at all times 😂😉

[@ralphkbauer]

Luckywise more and more companies allow to bring the dog to work

[@sanjogh777]

My dad told me that when I was a child. I have never seen him since then.

[@GoodmorningStarshine.]

I just tell my dog that I have to go to work and he instantly goes into chill mode. We're kind of inseparable otherwise...he's crazy intuitive, loyal and trusting. Can't express my gratitude enough for him. ❤

[@ericalewis1084]

How did you do that?... I'm trying to get my dog to be cool when I'm away at work. I'm a new dog mom.

[@tommyt813]

I do DoorDash. So, it’s not regular hours. Sometimes I may be gone from 8 to even 12 hours at a time. And other times I’m back at the house between every order. As much as I know he doesn’t like being locked up, if I said, ok, I’ve gotta go, he’d go straight for his cage. And then he started to differentiate between the body language of me getting ready to leave, as opposed to getting ready to take him outside. Then it eventually got to the point, if he heard the alert from the DoorDash app, he would run to his cage.

[@lauraraines4140]

I do the same thing ❤

[@andreabellini6796]

My Boston has horrible separation anxiety. What I just started this week is giving her a big hollowed out bone with a little peanut butter inside right before I leave and telling her, “ I have to go to work” before I go, so now she’s understanding she gets treat because I’m leaving. I haven’t heard her yelping and barking when I’m outside so I’m hoping she will start understanding.

[@brycewillis6628]

How long did it take for them to stop whining and bark, my dog starts whining when I leave the room if he’s in his create

[@andreabellini6796]

@@brycewillis6628 I don’t crate my dog. I don’t believe in that

[@kyliegirl1976]

I just wanted to say that putting a dog in a crate isn’t a bad thing. Dogs are naturally den animals. Hence, if you give them a treat they really relish, they will often take it back to their bed (den). Dogs will often feel anxious if they are left in a large amount of space because they feel they have to protect it. The smallest amount of space they are in,(as long as they can stretch out and stand up without any restriction), makes them actually feel safer. It’s also much easier when it comes to puppy training. Dogs won’t naturally soil their own bed, so the smaller you make the space, the less likely they are to pee in the bed. (den). We have used crates all our 3 dogs over the last 22 years and each one of them has been happy and healthy. This is the first dog we have had one that has really suffered from separation anxiety (he’s only 14 weeks old). I just didn’t want crate training to be demonised as something that is cruel to dogs, actually it is something that makes them feel a lot more secure. Thank you, Caesar, for such a great video, we have already started implementing this technique, our dog is a cocker spaniel, so he’s a quick learner! We are trying to make the “designated space” the threshold of a room, and his bed (eventually it will be his bed permanently, but like you having multiple tables around, we are using the threshold of a room to create the separation gradually, as Reuben wants to be with my husband constantly, literally, touching! So the fact that we have managed to get him to stay at the threshold of a room and then reward him calmly with affection and reassurance that he is a “good boy“ is a massive achievement. 🙏🤞🐾❤️

[@mbach003]

My dog is not treat motivated. Treats do nothing when he feels anxious.

[@NotLikeUs17]

@@kyliegirl1976exactly. One trainer was saying how one of the worse things new puppy owners make is giving their pups/dogs too much unsupervised freedom. A crate should be a pups/dogs safe space anyway. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with crate training so long as it’s no used as a form of punishment. If I can’t physically keep eyes on my pup, I know she’s going to be safe in her crate, which prevents toileting accidents and her getting into something she shouldn’t be.

[@jimmorales9796]

my favorite dog trainer in the world

[@EdieBrown]

Dog psychologist. The first...the only.

[@MunchieMix25]

Same!!! Or as he would say "Dog walker and human trainer" haha

[@genesiskravitz8621]

Edie Brown, PhD yes!! I agree with you

[@devdonedidit]

he doesn't train dogs, he trains people. Literally says it in the first few minutes lol

[@jimmorales9796]

@@devdonedidit i know that but his title is the best dog trainer in the world and he also said that. it's his dream and he made it now. what can you say

[@ChillisaSpeedruns]

This video helped me SO MUCH with my dogs separation anxiety. We started to do Point of Interest training around the house throughout the day and incorporated that with what we were doing before (leaving the house, coming back in and rewarding if she is calm and stays put). BOOM! HUGE difference! Now we can leave the house for 40min and she is relaxed, stress free and calm. Working up to 1 hour and then multiple hours! Thank you Cesar!!

[@Revi674]

How is the progress? 1h passed, 2h passed?

[@ChillisaSpeedruns]

@@Revi674 She's completely calm for over 1 hour now! Slowly working up because we want to set her up for success not failure!

[@cheryldamico6210]

I have a seven month old Moyenne poodle; I was hoping watching Cesar address this problem, as my dog has severe, separation anxiety.; she has frantically tried to dig her self from behind the door; I do not trust her yet to be alone in the whole house; too many danger factors for her. Yes, I have tried to think of anything she might get into and put them extremely high, put them in containers; but she still is able to get what she wants.Factors that probably contribute or that it is only the dog and I. I got her to train her as a service dog, but I am having doubts that will be possible with the destructive separation anxiety she has. I.e. she had been crated before and was very anxious. I mistakenly thought, giving her a bigger room would help. Put the crate in the room for her to have all her comfort things along with items with my scent. I cannot count how many times she follows menow. She has figured out a please in the house, where she can keep an ion me at all times, and lays there, if she hears me move, she jumps right up and comes to my side. Her eyes follow me constantly while she is eating. If I am out of sight, she will stop eating and look for me. I have tried the technique of going inch by inch away from her, if she sit/stays and comes on command she is rewarded. She nose bumps the frame of my wheelchair as if she is checking "yes she still here". She is good with other dogs; gets too excitable and jumps with people. My wheelchair has been out of order since December 2022, so it very much interrupted training and not able to give her proper exercise. Caesars cute dog in the clip, to me, does not actually have separation anxiety, so it is difficult to really see he works with a dog with severe separation anxiety.

[@ChillisaSpeedruns]

@@cheryldamico6210 One thing I noticed in your comment is the "if she sit/stays and comes on command she is rewarded" Cesar says in this video NOT to recall your dog from the place you are trying to get them to stay at because you are rewarding your dog for leaving that place and coming towards you, which is the opposite of what you want. You want to tell your dog to stay in one place while you move away from them. If they are able to stay in that place you go back to them and reward them. You just keep on doing this and you'll be able to go further away from your dog for longer periods of time. Remember, don't call your dog from these places because it's a fun game your doing where your dog is challenged to stay in that place until you come back! Hope this helps!!

[@ChillisaSpeedruns]

@@Revi674 We just recently did 2+ hours and she was completely fine, sleeping even! 😂 I think she will be fine even for 4-5 hours which I'll try soon. I can visibly see a difference in her when we leave, she is so much more relaxed and calm, this video literally saved us.

[@Babylon94499]

I’ve been practicing this for a few days and I can say my dog is getting better. Now I’m leaving her alone on purpose, everyday for a bit longer, and she is not barking anymore. Thanks for the video!

[@julietaylor1663]

This is one of the most informative and instructive videos I've seen on this issue. I have referred back to it many times, and I've passed it along to pet parents I've been training, as well. Thanks for taking the time to play this out for us so we can gain a knowledge of how to successfully treat separation anxiety - and, just as important - what the thought process is that the dog is going through. Very thorough and helpful.

[@nanettemoseley293]

Thank you so much for sharing your great understanding of dogs with everyone. You are gifted and your shows are a blessing!

[@thereseember2800]

One time I was housesitting where there was a German shepherd & a house cat that slept downstairs. After I went to sleep upstairs, at 3 am, the dog tapped on the outside of my door with her paw. When I followed her downstairs, she led me to the cat who wanted more dry cat food in her bowl.

[@cattysplat]

Cat trains dog to demand food from owner in middle of the night. Evil genious cat.

[@basedkaren51]

Good doggo

[@blightedgrounds]

I bet if the dog wanted more food, the cat wouldn't care 😂

[@IIblackwidowII]

Exactly what I need! My dog barks a lot whenever we are out from the house after we’ve been on lockdown for 3 months!

[@toshannadaniels6120]

Really needed this. Just started doing this with him and he’s catching on.

[@jarrah2007]

Around 5:15 he starts to talk more about how to start training for separation anxiety. In case if no one wanted to see the intro

[@dog_lover3693]

Thank you ☺️

[@darlyne9079]

Ty. His intro is too long. lol

[@melc.8146]

Gonna start doing this with my dog. She always barks and cries super loud whenever I get home, I started turning my back to her and not giving her any attention or contact until she settles down. So far it’s been working little by little but patience is the key.

[@pegjardin1954]

My littermates were very vocal when I would return. I greet them with a carrot each, encouraging them to calm down and they can have their carrot. It works for my boys!

[@lippyandkittymsp6449]

hey- how did it work out?

[@melc.8146]

@@lippyandkittymsp6449 actually she has gotten better! She will just jump on me and wait for me to pet her but she doesn’t scream loud anymore! Lol

[@tarashelton493]

It works! My dauchound follows me all through the house and it was difficult because I’m a stay at home mother and wife. The kids are in college now but still at home. So when I go to clean he kept following me! I did what he said and the living room was his place to stay and now when I go to get the broom and mop all I do is point and he goes in there and stays!👍

[@joselynsupe7375]

OMG!!! all your videos about Separation Anxiety With Your Dog are amazing

[@maz266]

thank you for this, i’m struggling so much with my 6 month old pomeranian, her barks are obnoxiously loud, i hope she will get used to being alone and more independent

[@30fns]

How did it got with your pom? I'm adopting one for my birthday, so I'm looking for tips and advice.

[@meorme6603]

Poms are vocal, and it’s like part of their work out.

[@kitsunak]

People don't understand that this video is to understand the Why is happening, What make this happen, Where this happening, Why this is happening and how to correct. This video is to make you understand your dog and how to work with it. That why (i think) he choose a dog with no séparation anxiety to help you visual what to expect. you will be distract with a dog with anxiety in this video. my dog have separation anxiety and i couldn't understand him. this video help me alot to understand what is happening in this doggo mind. the key is to work together with your dog, compromise and learn each other. Thank you very much! this video really help open my views and i will do my best to work with my doggo to have a heathly separation.

[@aliceharper707]

My dog gets to come to work with me because I am a family physician in private practice, and she helps me with my patients; she has a bed under my desk :). She goes with me almost everywhere, though she does get anxious when I have to go to the store and won't take her with me when it is too hot for her in the car. (She is a little tiny 8 pound Shih Tzu rescue). Thank you so much for these tips.

[@tjtampa214]

Beautiful house, happy for you, Cesar & all the lucky dogs that live with you. 🌷

[@lsamuels919]

We had a dog with separation anxiety so we got her a friend, that turned into 2 dogs with separation anxiety. We gave them a place to watch out the window , it worked 🙂 , they watch us leave , then about 1 minute of howling , then they wait and watch for us to come back.

[@DJ71867]

My nephew grew up with a husky. The dog traveled 2.9 miles to the school my nephew attends. Twice. I thought it was amazing being that the dog has never been there before. Cesar, how did the dog know? RIP Simba

[@davem5588]

I reset my relationship with my husky who had separation anxiety after my alpha dog died. Aside from her needs, i Ignored her for 2 weeks and kept her outside my office while I worked. She cried for 2 weeks, but then stopped and I reintroduced myself as her friend while being cautious not to baby her too much so as to have a repeat of behaviour. It worked.

[@PamelaWildman-Williams]

I just wonder if she would feel like a human might feel - and die a little bit inside. Does that sound daft?

[@davem5588]

@@PamelaWildman-Williams dogs like humans, need to learn how to self soothe. If you always rescue them When they desire an emotion then they become dependent on you for said needs and never learn on their own. You actually do a tremendous disservice to them. Dogs need to learn how to be alone sometimes because it’s going to happen at some point or another.

[@PamelaWildman-Williams]

@@davem5588 I understand your point and wonder about empathy. I just hope you’re not in the caring or helping professions. No offence intended but I am and see from a different perspective. The ability to Self-soothe comes from a foundation of security. To be honest, the term ‘ a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing’. I sincerely feel concerned about your cold heartedness and absence of empathy. You could be a dangerous person to know.

[@davem5588]

@@PamelaWildman-WilliamsNo, clearly you don’t understand. You obviously put your own needs before that of your dog. This is typical and often the case with clients in dog training. You seek to cater to your own emotions, thinking you’re helping the dog, but your over sensitivity to your needy emotions blind you from the actual needs of a canine (and child as the psychology is quite similar). Honestly, you’re absurd and ignorant with regard to basic child/dog psychology. Good luck with that. The rest of your armchair analysis is laughable and far removed from the truth.

[@PamelaWildman-Williams]

Hi Dave, Yes… she goes forward after the trauma. I don’t like to think you are a cold unfeeling person who does not have the capacity for empathy - no - I’m sure you are a good and decent person who simply is on life’s learning curve and who cares about humans and animals. People and certainly animals, are vulnerable to us and people can accidentally bully the weaker … not because they are mean but because they don’t realise. Bless you Dave for being so open and I hope you are encouraged. I wish you every good thing 😀

[@SamuelSuicide67]

You literally showed me how I broke my first dogs separation anxiety by accident. I taught him to use the kennel while i cooked and after a while i would leave the door and just reward him for staying it in. Going to help with our new pup tremendously.

[@jhyland87]

I adopted a stray that my friends dad found, and he's the cutest little bastard ever. However, whenever I left he would freak the hell out. He ate through the carpet and insulation down to the concrete in 4 different locations, chewed the trim off the front door and my bedroom door, and chewed straight through a couch cushion. I couldn't figure out how to stop it. Then, my gf at the time moved in with her dog... and I found out he just needed another dog to be around. He doesn't freak out now, he has 2 sisters :-)

[@fridahojeda856]

Omg don’t tell me this 😂 because I was just thinking about getting a brother or sister for mine to see if the situation would get better

[@jhyland87]

@@fridahojeda856 I wish I would have done that before I had over $1000 in damage at my apartment... lol. Trust me, it ends up being cheaper and easier to have two dogs... And more fun! :-) It's also wayyy less stressful to the dogs if they have a "friend" for when you're either away or can't play with them. Get a 2nd dog!! lol.

[@jhyland87]

@@fridahojeda856 P.S. If you're in the mood for some cute dog pics, heres a few of the stray I adopted (Dexter) imgur.com/gallery/pOq6LcO I have a lot of the damage he did, with the plastic bottom to the cage ripped into a thousand pieces, or the carpet and subfloor below it totally gone, as well as everything else.... But I think you can just take my word for it, lol. But, regardless... He's worth every bit of it. I love this lil bastard :-) and he has 2 sisters hes with now.

[@chalianarivera2444]

J H this is LITERALLY what I came home to today. She had ripped through the carpet and insulation in both of my rooms, got into her food bad, and trash.

[@jhyland87]

@@chalianarivera2444 aww.... Well, i know your pain! Lol

[@DogsDojo]

My mom gave my dogs the unwashed clothes of mine for them to sniff when I was away for quite a long time. It worked well to make them relax a bit. Try it! ❤️

[@yudi577]

Nice tips!

[@kikikaakau-delizo8152]

Hola Cesar! We've had a 7month old puppy about a month now, who followed us home for half a mile. I cleaned him up and took him in, had him Vet checked, chipped, etc. We take him with us when we leave the property, leaving him in the truck with toys when we go in to shop, etc. Eventually, we're gonna need to leave him alone at home. I plan to use the techniques you've shown and so appreciate all you do for humans and our beloved dogs!

[@marygonzales1588]

Here in California it is against the law to leave a dog in a car or truck unattended.

[@kikikaakau-delizo8152]

@@marygonzales1588 well we don't live in CA and we don't leave him long

[@JanetMiller-p4r]

Cesar, I agree with everything you share here. I train my dogs in SAR, one of the things we were required to demonstrate to pass the testing phase is a long down stay out of sight. I’ve trained three of my dogs for this. The difference is that when I return, from the early stage to the more advanced stage, I reward with high level of engagement using a tug toy. My dogs learned early that playing tug and fetch were fun and connected us in play. My Labrador was so reliable that I would leave him outside stores to do my shopping. People would tell me they would try to say hello but his focus was purely on the door waiting for me.

[@juliebrown4087]

Every other video on this topic is exactly the same, but he gave a completely different strategy! I love it! I have been battling separation anxiety with my dog- and one of my big questions was this exactly: shouldn't I be modifying his behavior when I am home first? No one else had addressed this!

[@raclark2369]

My dog follows me once. From the time I get up till the time I go to bed.

[@fernandovalencia9159]

😂

[@19tams67]

Same here 🤗☺️☺️

[@maryjogreen1706]

Lol this is true 😅

[@MonsterVille1]

😂

[@TreneeR]

😂😂😂😂

[@eliaaugustin1731]

why is every video so incredibly educational and perfect❤️i love you!

[@CesarMillanOfficial]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@susansimon8390]

Hello Cesar could you please set KZbin so that I can see a German subtitle from you? My English is not so good and you speak very quickly, unfortunately I don't understand everything. Greetings Susan. 🌺

[@cynthialmedina9947]

@@CesarMillanOfficial nice answer

[@gabyramos7722]

@@CesarMillanOfficial Muchas Gracias por toditos sus videos! He aprendido mucho. Cómo le hago con mi beagle(con mucha energía) para que no se desespere cuando no me vea? Que juguetes me recomienda para comprarle? Gracias y cuídese

[@spankey88]

Every show too. Years and years of info from the best

[@MD1316VW]

I worked in rescue years ago and fostered dogs. I had one of the sweetest dogs with severe separation anxiety. She was with me for a few weeks because my elderly mother lived with me and was home 24/7. The dog was placed in several homes but went crazy, was extremely destructive when left alone. I don't know what happened, but I never forgot her. I am forwarding this video to my grandchildren in college. I know they will have pets throughout their lives and want them to know how dogs think and how to help them. You are so knowledgeable. Thanks for caring and sharing. Do you have any books or videos that cover training a puppy from day one? Not just for one issue but everything.

[@BeautifulRainbows-mu8xm]

The moment I first watched this video, my immediate thought was that I couldn't do it. I was too attached to my dog and thought the training was primarily for humans. However, I now understand the true purpose of training: to bring happiness and well-being to both humans and dogs! Thank you for showing me how humans and dogs can come together and live harmoniously. 😊

[@thiagoc.]

I watched this video in 2020 and taught my dog to be in the reference spot. I followed the video’s instructions and never called him out. It’s 2023 now and my dog is still there. I solved the separation anxiety problems but now I need to know how to get my dog out of there.

[@ashxcashz]

I was thinking this watching the video like what if someone’s dog never leaves the spot fr 😂😂😂💀

[@EdieBrown]

I'll watch the commercials so Cesar gets paid.

[@jackiehammond705]

Really ?

[@jackiehammond705]

Some of those adds are long, however I watched them all !

[@thedogmagician]

Does it really work that way? Cesar doesn’t get paid if you don’t watch the ad?

[@AidanChinSungLing]

Trish Mitchell the Dog Magician yes. If you skip it in 5 mins, creators wont get paid.

[@marceld6061]

you only have to let the commercials play 30 seconds. You don't have to watch the entire commercial.

[@RogerMunoz-ci7it]

Thank you Cesar. The love of my life is a work of constant struggle. But, I leaning from you. I'm fallowing your advice too.

[@marleesp7476]

I have to watch this again because I was distracted by that gorgeous house! Love the jewel tone accents!

[@lauradunzweiler6044]

Marlee SP Agreed!! I was especially taken with the green VELVET sofa!! Gorgeous!!

[@JyllChristy]

I was literally just about to say the same!!😂😂 where is this Cape Cod stunner!?💜💜

[@anakondaxxx85]

Gorgeous house very airy and calming and reflects Cezar personality

[@who2774]

Me too 😂. Beautiful home! Cesar works hard for it. Thank you Cesar for sharing your knowledge and love for animals.

[@wallycruz9483]

Thank you, thank you, for teaching us what to do. I ‘m feeling super guilty for leaving my Pitbull in a pet hotel for thanksgiving he’s close to me & definitely has separation anxiety & so do I with him. 😔 It makes me really sad to have to leave him he’s never been alone since we brought him home as a puppy. I will be working on this technique.

[@brendaschoonover3951]

My pit bull chewed a hole through the wall trying to get out because I left,😢 now we crate him but he still has separation anxiety. I’ve tried everything.

[@gy8651]

This is soooo helpful! I’ve been wondering why my dog is so attached to me. I’ve been teaching him that getting off is point of reference and coming to me is a good thing when I should not be doing that. So grateful for this!

[@joanamontya]

Needed this I never had a dog before she is a tiny thing ive stepped on her a few times on accident because she doesn't understand that I am getting ready for work or doing something she shouldn't be near for because she can get hurt. Today is my last straw her poor little paw got caught in a drawer I felt so bad but I blamed her because she doesnt listen when I tell her go to your bed. Trying this because I dont want to hurt ever again

[@shiva8265]

Crates are good. Their own little hidey hole. More than one reason as to get one.

[@woodslisa4529]

you need to do this with a dog that does not know how.

[@taypo13]

right? i just adopted a dog and she follows me EVERYWHERE. I know we have to work on stay, but like if i'm standing up to get off the couch, she's already standing ready to jump down and follow me

[@MonstreCharmante]

@@taypo13 say stay before you move/standing up in the house. If your dog moves, correct them, take your time.(dont say "stay" too much. ) If they stay, say stay again and treat them.

[@drealboy_]

@@MonstreCharmante yes and also when the dog goes to break from the command (will happen many times while training of course) make a quick noise to get it's attention again and then proceed again with the command until they understand

[@tmo4052]

Exactly!

[@edwardharper]

@@drealboy_ my dog is blind and partially deaf. How do u recommend i train him?

[@georgiahamilton4346]

The best lesson he taught me is a good dog is a tired dog.

[@LUZ-zv6pq]

Absolutely. I just took on a 15 week old 'problem' Belgian Malinois (known for their super high energy and intelligence). I've been doing 2 good obedience walks every day and at home he just wants to rest, he's worn out. No chewing, no bouncing around the house, he's just amazing. I think if you have a busy schedule, out all of the time for work etc and don't have the discipline or time to get out for a couple of hours a day, then you should get a cat 😉

[@detectivemarkseven]

@@LUZ-zv6pq 🤣

[@georgiahamilton4346]

@@LUZ-zv6pq exactly

[@SonOfAPreacherMan]

Dont over tired, they can got CHF earlier than in their old age

[@anamarier4791]

My small mixed dog he can be exercising all day and he's STILL NOT TIRED he stresses me out Soo much ugh i might have to give him i trained him and did everything right idk what's wrong with him LOL

[@mikewcomer]

Thank you for this amazing insight in a dogs world. Our dog has separation anxiety bad. Has literally chewed a hole in the wall trying to leave.

[@foxywhitetip7387]

I got an impact crate for my Pittie Zahra

[@FiveOClockTea]

American houses are a mystery to me :-O

[@kathyclark3168]

We adopted a dog 10/7/23. She really has separation anxiety, bad, which we were u aware and so was the adoption people. This vidro was helpful but I think I'll watch it again.

[@andrewhuskey5889]

This was a perfect explanation of how the dog understands being alone!

[@maureenkirkd]

I had no idea why my dog followed me all day long. Now I know that it is normal for the dog. Great training video thanks so much!😃

[@AurianLunaLou]

I’m at 9:57 and when he did the pinning sound example and his dog immediately looked up at him and then leaned into him and rubbed his head off him to show him comfort… that was the sweetest thing 🥺…Cuteness overload! I’ve already learned so much already from this video. I remember when I use to watch his tv programme years ago all the time.

[@mrstnfmly]

I’ve had my dog before Covid, I found a great doggie daycare facility I take her to twice a week to socialize with other dogs vs just humans. She loves it.

[@kenyabutts3592]

Omg I need this. My 2 maltese have VERY bad separation anxiety when i leave, my neighbor has complained about them barking to the landlord 😢

[@mrstnfmly]

@kenyabutts3592 if you find a good responsible facility, I highly recommend it. We tried a cpl and found the one. Trust me, if she didn't feel comfortable she'd let me know. I think it helps a lot, atleast for us.

[@mrstnfmly]

@kenyabutts3592 plus... I believe she learned, drop off away doesn't mean forever, when you return they are tired and happy. And away from You and the home for a while. It's not the Only thing I do with her, just a break in the norm.

[@macrichardson6966]

I left today for one hour, came back to pillows shredded, mattress ripped, mind you, she is a rescue. I will try this method.

[@chelseamensah1732]

How’d it work

[@macrichardson6966]

@@chelseamensah1732 not

[@patricksalcedo8565]

This really helped me understand why my puppies are so needy with me. It’s just LOVE

[@user-co9du9xd4k]

Educating people about dogs is basically more important than educating a dog ...👍👍👍

[@daniellaalexander8668]

My fur baby, I rescued him last year, he is a covid pup. If I leave him for longer then 5 mins he chews, and it’s only me. I’m gonna give this a go as I’m running out of ideas of what to do anymore, he is chewing our house up so much now. 🤞🏻🤞🏻 it works

[@pabloe168]

So did it work?

[@genesiskravitz8621]

Cesar, my nephew was born yesterday and we named him after you!

[@JoeyPrats]

I can relate to this. Me and my partner work from home, even before the pandemic. We spend 24/7’ with our 2 fur daughters, Athena and Aletheia…our girls. The girls even sleep with us on our bed, tucked under our blanket. It’s always been the four of us. And when my partner or me has to leave the house, we make sure the other one stays with the girls. So, when the occasional time we both have to leave the house comes, the girls have a difficult time being separated. They would cry for half an hour or so. Of course, the nanny stays with them, but the girls have a tough time adjusting. Thanks Cesar, at least now we can adjust our behavior to make things better for our girls.

[@tjhatton1508]

Fur daughters.. Holy fuck dude. Grow up.

[@Michikohira]

Count how many time your dog follows you throughout the day? = countless 😂

[@LETMino85]

Yeah, I wondered about that. It's always. The number depends on how often I move, so shouldn't he be saying it in %?

[@carissavalov1888]

@@LETMino85 it really does depend when and if I'm the one moving around 🙃

[@silopwl4152]

Damn I lost count my dog follows me 24/7 😂

[@yesher12]

Right!? I have three standard Dachshunds that follow me all over the house and I am retired so they are rarely without me but the reason I have more than one is because I never want them to be truly alone when we are gone. We bought a motorhome so they could always be with us when we go on vacation!

[@SiphoMkhwanazi]

My dogs are literally my shadows, they know to stay but can’t help it. They’ll even stop eating they’re food if they feel like am going to leave.

[@nonyabiz2777]

The coof never bothered me. I stay home with my best friend all the time. The family hated it but me and the dogs loved seeing the family more often. Hope everyone is well today. God bless those that lost loved ones during to pandemacrat.

[@rebeccaclement99]

My dog actually had a hard time with the quarantine. Her stomach got really upset and has a difficult time adjusting. It was so strange! I definitely am worried about how she will adjust once the quarantine had lifted.

[@samanthahu4803]

Your cesar and dog dolls are so hilarious!! I want them! 😂

[@devilskinn]

I was thinking the same. So cute!!

[@mslynn2125]

Ii just got my dog a dog lol and it helped a lot with the anxiety 💕 now I had 2 dogs following me to the bathroom 🙄

[@Czy_Dog_Lady]

Our house has 8. Unfortunately, number 8 is the one who has the issue. I'm hoping these tips will help her.

[@Ashley-ds8jw]

I did the same thing hahahaha now they are both obsessed with me lol

[@misstinytrader88]

I adopted a very seperation anxious dog. He can have his eyes on me, and still whine. Working hard on retraining us both as it's been 7 years without a dog. ❤

[@kiraKX_]

Surprised that I have been already doing a lot of it on our own. Just need to polish it up and practice!

[@sharenwatson7352]

My son's golden Labrador Angel, has severe anxiety..I looked after her while they went on a trip for one night..she followed me everywhere and follows my son everywhere..I'm not sure if this technique will help but I'm sure my son will try anything to make Angel's life much more comfortable..as a dog owner and family member, it's heartbreaking to see what dogs go through. Thanks for these helpful tips..I've watched your series on tv and love what you do ❤️ watching from Australia

[@jenniemurphy0107]

this is a lovely stay exercise yet it does not address the owner leaving the house. Expecting the dog to stay on the "point of reference" for 8 hrs while you go to work is unrealistic . Yet it is a good video for stay.

[@candid9100]

I was confused About that too. What do you do when you go to work? Do they go in the point of reference?

[@genesiskravitz8621]

I don’t think it’s ever possible to address separation for hours on end for a dog. Dogs don’t and will never have that understanding. No matter how many times you come home. It’s all about rationality and the awareness of time. They don’t have that specific awareness as humans do. If a dog is separated for a long time without his family, it’s not natural. A human going to work, school, etc. is not a natural experience for a dog to go through. There may be no other alternative than just a distraction for the dog until you return. What kind of distraction is appropriate for the dog during your absence is the challenge.

[@sobres123456]

Kongs help a looot and excercise previous to your exit are great as well

[@katiehope2521]

We are fostering and our pup whines in the crate at night. Hopefully practicing this with his crate will help him feel confident and relaxed!

[@user-qr8ki8ue4i]

My dog doesn't have separation anxiety. She just runs off and waves a big fat middle finger at me as she disapears over the mountain (Hunting/treeing breed I got from the shelter). Lord, I miss my pitbull! Ja Ja!

[@rosemarygomez7011]

I had a dog like this lmao

[@ThursdaysGirl]

😂😂😂

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@A.K. well that's not entirely true. Different breeds do have certain basic personally traits or drives like prey drive.. with training you can mitigate a lot, but maybe not all. And L didn't say how long she had the dog. It takes time to build a relationship.

[@mgm2008]

I do believe that neutering will help especially with preventing unwanted puppies and the overpopulation of pets without owners! Also reduces the reasons to run. But there is a lot more you need to do. First hopefully you watched all of the video. Then start to implement what Cesar says to do!

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@A.K. agreed. If I feel myself losing confidence for a few seconds, my dog picks up on it right away. I've only had her for 7 months and have not had a dog since I was a child. I'm 53. She's doing great tho!

[@LeezPgh]

I think it’s natural for us to be with other people all the time too. But our society is not very natural.

[@tomasthonell5445]

During the pandemic I worked from home i put up a gate to my home office. The dog was not allowed there. She could sense and hear that I was there but that she could not follow. She mostly went to the other side of the house and took a nap. She learnt to relax when she is alone. Never a problem with separation anymore

[@paulacanovas1012]

Had a huge stuffed animal (a dachsund) and after months and months of my beagle's separation anxiety, I just put it near his head when I would go out. Believe it or not, it really helped him calm down. I was totally shocked.

[@stacey9003]

I use an activity I call 'Find It' to notify my dog that I'm preparing to leave her. She already knows I'm getting ready to leave because she reads the signs that I'm going somewhere, such as doing my hair, putting on makeup, getting my keys or purse, etc. I take her to her 'nest' area, where her bed is, and I give her the command to 'stay' then as she watches me I 'hide' 6 small, low calorie treats around the room. I release her by giving the command 'Find It' and I leave the room and close the door. She's excited to find her treats and is happy to see me leave because she's in 'seek mode' at this point and is eager to find her treats. She's funny because many times when I return, even after a long day at work, I find she's saved one of the treats to eat when I get home, almost as if she's sharing the 'Find It' experience with me.

[@loblollypine8223]

Bro care's more about his dogs mental health than my parents do about mine...

[@juliadabrowska8674]

It's because a dog with a separation anxiety can destroy your house or piss off your neighbours

[@loblollypine8223]

@@juliadabrowska8674 I understand. I just wanted to be funny. But I appreciate the information (not sarcastic)

[@juliadabrowska8674]

@@loblollypine8223 ✌️I struggle with it with my dog and very few people understand the problem

[@loblollypine8223]

@@juliadabrowska8674 Yes, makes sense why people wouldn't understand it. People don't usually associate mental health with animals, but it's there.

[@fordwayne3833]

😪

[@beautifulwolves]

Cesar!! You did it! You helped me to train my dog!! I love you! Thank you! ❤️

[@bluesparrow7]

Wow I tried this one time and it worked I’m so shocked ! lol ! My dog used to growl and bark like he was loco ! Thank u Cesar I will practice this a lot I have a blue heeler and he’s big but very smart !

[@user-mt4zr5kp7h]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate Cesar's 10 ft tall door? Lol

[@label1877]

It’s like…he is compensating. 😂

[@flacolove68]

My puppy was taken from his litter and mom at 4 weeks old. I believe that affected him. So he wants to be with me 24/7.

[@sarelito9202]

That doesn't change the technique you need to use.

[@v-vettavetta]

My dog literally follows me everywhere. And when I shut the door behind me and he can't follow me he destroys anything and everything. I'm looking forward to using this, it's nice to have a dog who wants to be with me and who obeys but it's exhausting to find my stuff in tatters.

[@jusmejaussyb8237]

Saaaaame! He cries first, then he destroys!

[@MH-hs6lh]

Same to that! Mine also pooped on the floor out of spite. I just got her and she’s almost one. Quite a handful and not sure what to do

[@0b3dead50]

did it work??

[@seyionskin]

This makes so much sense thank you.

[@lucya8916]

The thing is I just always want my dog with me. We love each other. 🐩🐾💖

[@daniellenewcomb2458]

I'm watching this at 2 am and I dont have a dog and never have 😂😭

[@moneymanny6510]

Lmaoooo

[@debbie5725]

🤣🤣🤣

[@glennowen1121]

I too have fallen into the dreaded KZbin wormhole 😂😂😂

[@mskrisha143]

hahahahahahahah lol

[@Piggy648]

Ha ha you need to get a dog ! 😍🐾

[@ummyou]

This is great and I am going to try this tonight. The only problem is that my apartment is so small... practically the size of his kitchen.

[@goldenmare2594]

When the dog is smarter than the human..the dog trains the human to what they want ..i have been in animal rescue for 50 yrs..i have had to retrain many..including the rescue dog with me now

[@ltvanburen]

Cesar begins instruction at 4:56.

[@blufalcon9957]

lol thank you, was getting annoyed w/ the 5 minutes of bullshit

[@calista1280]

No, right from the start he's explaining dog psychology & why they do what do. Without this understanding you can't be a good dog owner/trainer. 🤦🏻‍♀️ Good Grief, people who are so impatient & unwilling to learn & understand, should not have pets or children.

[@SA80TAGE]

@@calista1280 it's 5 minutes of him repeating basic common sense that every dog owner (or any adult with half a brain cell for that matter) should already know... if you needed that stuff explained to you then that's on you, I came here to find methods to ease my dogs seperation anxiety when I leave the house, I already understand why he has it, I don't need a seminar to hear stuff I already know. Good grief, people are so quick to assume that others know nothing while they know everything... you honestly think everyone coming to this video is as clueless as you were? Do the world a favour, don't reproduce.