Question About Managing Separation Anxiety in My Dog

Dear The Dog Behind The Human,I hope this message finds you well. My name is Julia, and I'm from Cebu. I've been an avid listener of your podcast, The Dog Behind The Human, for the past year, and I've immensely benefited from the insights and tips you share about pet care and training. The recent episode on canine behavior resonated deeply with me.I'm reaching out with a concern about my 3-year-old Golden Retriever, Bella. Over the past few months, I've noticed that Bella has developed what seems to be separation anxiety. Whenever I leave the house, even for brief periods, she becomes distressed – displaying behaviors such as barking incessantly, destroying furniture, and sometimes even attempting to escape. The intensity of her excitement and relief upon my return is both touching and concerning.Despite my efforts to establish a routine for Bella, leaving behind her favorite toys, and experimenting with calming products like anxiety wraps, the situation doesn't seem to be improving. With an impending change in my work schedule next month, I'm even more anxious about how she will cope during longer periods of solitude.Given how much I value the advice and information on your podcast, I was hoping you might touch upon the topic of separation anxiety in dogs in a future episode. Any insights, recommendations, or resources that could assist Bella and me would be incredibly appreciated.Thank you for continually enlightening pet enthusiasts like me with your invaluable knowledge. Eagerly awaiting your thoughts on this matter.Warm regards,JuliaCebu, Philippines