Your dog is not a drama queen. They are scared. And you are emotionally exhausted.
Your dog panics when you leave:
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barking
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howling
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pacing
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wrecking the place
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or just looking heartbreakingly sad
This is now your "normal" that you never considered before getting a dog.
I bet you’ve already tried (or been told to try) some of these:
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“Just let them cry it out, they’ll get over it.”
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“Get another dog, they won’t feel lonely.”
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“Leave them a food toy and they’ll be fine.”
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“Ignore them when you come home to not encourage their fear.”
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“They just need more exercise.”
The truth?
None of these fix separation anxiety (and some make it worse).
I work with dog guardians across Europe who want to treat their dog’s separation anxiety without the “quick fix” gimmicks or general (and in most cases incorrect) advice. This is personalised separation anxiety training that fits your life and supports you just as much as your dog because your feelings matter too.
I'm not saying you won't have to make sacrifices. You will because separation anxiety is a long game. But somewhere along the way, life will happen: holidays, crazy work weeks, motivation dips, regressions. That’s exactly when you need someone in your corner, a dog separation anxiety behaviour consultant and your best friend who can help you adapt, keep going, and actually get to the calm.
How it works
STEP 1: Initial consultation & assessment
We hop on Zoom for 90 minutes (sometimes slightly longer if we’re chatty).
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I’ll ask all about your dog, your life, and what you’ve tried so far
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You’ll get clarity on what’s happening and why training hasn't worked so far
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I’ll walk you through how online separation anxiety training works and what it would look like for you
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You get plenty of notes and can decide if the online program is for you
STEP 2: Chispa Dogs monthly coaching
If we’re a good fit, we start your personalised separation anxiety programme right away.
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A tailored plan with up to 5 training “spark missions” a week: so you know exactly what to do.
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Weekly or bi-weekly 30min Zoom calls to keep us on track: you decide how often, but I want to see you at least once a month!
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WhatsApp access 5 days/week: aka your “is this normal???” safety net.
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A training app so we can track progress without drowning in sticky notes: we're modern now, you know!
STEP 3: getting the spark back
We keep going month by month until your dog can stay home alone without panic and you can finally live without organising your life around their fear or until you feel confident to continue on your own.
That chispa (spark)? It’s the spark you get when you see your dog relax for the first time without you there.
It’s the relief when you realise you can leave the house without guilt.
It’s knowing you’ve got someone in your corner for every step until calm isn’t just possible, it’s your new normal.
But first....
so I can see if I'm what you need!
Some of Chispa dogs & their results
Igneta & Oto
I started working with Sky at the end of November, when Oto was 9 months old. From breaking down doors to insane barking, neighbors’ complaints...I had tried everything before that: leaving food toys, all kinds of physical exercise, even electric collars, calming remedies, you name it. Nothing helped. Sky was my last “attempt.”
I remember our very first conversation gave me so much hope and belief that I actually cried because I genuinely believed her.
Sky and I worked together for 20 weeks, about 5 good months. And now, as I’m writing this story, my Oto is sleeping at home, completely knocked out.
It’s unbelievable, but first, I believed in Sky and then she proved to me that I could believe in myself and in Oto. This is proof to anyone who has lost hope and doesn’t know what to do. I couldn’t even go to the store or take out the trash, let alone have any free time for myself. And now? I’m lying by the lake, ALONE, while my Oto is at home, ALONE.
Thank you, Sky, for your support, patience, and lessons. I truly learned so much and when you learn to understand your dog, to recognize their stress signals and so on, everything becomes easier. We love you and are grateful to the Universe for you. ❤️
FAQ's
How long will it take to fix my dog’s separation anxiety? It depends on your dog. Most see progress in weeks, the longer durations normally take months. We go at your dog’s pace for lasting results.
Will online separation anxiety training work for my dog? Yes, honestly, you don't need a trainer at your house. We are teaching your dog to stay alone! You will need a camera and internet connection to do the exercises together and talk to me :)
I’ve already tried training and it didn’t work. Why would this? Totally normal. Most of my clients have already tried something: more walks, new toys, crates, even another trainer and still felt stuck. That’s because separation anxiety is its own beast, and it needs a plan designed for exactly that. The difference here? We focus on the real problem (being alone) with tiny, safe steps, adjust the plan every week to fit your life, and I’m in your corner for the “uhhh… now what?” moments.
It's time to get your life back
Let's jump on a quick call, I want to know more about you, your dog and what you've been dealing with. It's free, no commitment, just for me to be able to tell if I can help and for you to find out what's possible!