Grisha Stewart is a professional dog trainer, author, and international seminar presenter based in Oregon, USA. She helps talented teachers share their expertise with trainers and dog lovers. Check out her website grishastewart.com.
I have never owned a dog with separation anxiety, thank goodness. The condition is hard on the dog who suffers from the condition and hard on the dog’s caretakers, too, including owners, vets, groomers, pet sitters, and dog walkers. Care must be taken to prevent triggering the dog’s panic at being left alone—in severe cases, even just long enough for the person caring for the dog to use the restroom!