Online training support for separation anxiety dogs and their guardians

An integrated approach to separation anxiety and other separation-related behaviors with a focus on dog and guardian well-being

You’ve tried everything to help your dog feel safe when left home alone

  • You’re committed to going at your dog’s pace, but conflicting advice, slow progress, and regressions make you question whether you’re on the right path.

  • Your dog’s progress is complicated by other challenges like fear of people, sound sensitivities, or pain.

  • Managing alone-time feels isolating and exhausting—you’re organizing everything on your own and feeling burnt out.

  • You know it takes a village but don’t know how to recruit qualified support from other dog professionals.

  • You understand that recovery is an ongoing process, and you’re eager to find community support to celebrate the small wins along the way.

We’re Jackie & Jess

Hey there!

Separation anxiety is nuanced. So are you and your dog.

We know from experience how challenging it can be to figure out the separation anxiety training process. We also know that everything is connected.

At Your Canis Major, we take an integrated approach to separation anxiety recovery with a focus on enhancing overall well-being for your dog.

We help you create sustainable and flexible plans that prioritize stress reduction, enhance resilience, and meet you and your dog’s needs.

Jackie Johnston

CTC, CSAT, FFCP, CCE

Jess Kohek

BA, IAABC-ADT, SAPT

Want to Work With Us?

The Separation Constellation

Our 12 week signature online separation anxiety course.

Become an expert in your individual dog’s separation-related behavior and navigate the recovery process with a community who gets it and customized training support.

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Private Training

Get expert eyes on your dog. We’ll review your dog’s behavior & health history, and deep dive their separation-related behavior. This service is also available for trainers looking for a case review.

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Education & Credentials

Continuing education is a core value at Your Canis Major. We have been certified and mentored by Malena DeMartini and Julie Naismith, two of the world’s leading experts on canine separation anxiety. We continuously seek out new learning opportunities to ensure our approach stays current, ethical, and evidence-based. Affiliation is limited to organizations that are aligned with these values.

Click the links below to read more about our learning history.

6 Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make When Treating Separation Anxiety

Find out the most common pitfalls we see that can prevent your dog from feeling safe.

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