I know you love your dog more than anything, and that leaving them alone gives you as much anxiety as them.
I also know that you will have read everything, and tried everything, but nothing seems to stick.
You make a little bit of progress, but then have a big back step and don't know what went wrong or what the hell you're meant to do now.
You're left wondering if anything will ever work, or if your dog is just untreatable..
I'm here to tell you that your dog is not a lost cause.
The reason that you have been getting stuck is not for lack of effort. Just a lack of direction and consistency.
Separation training is long, and not exactly very fun.
It also requires expert precision and guidance.
This is why trying to master it alone, or through short-term programmes that don't give you any accountability or support, inevitably proves unsuccessful.
Imagine confidently getting up to leave the house for the longest time in a while, and seeing a chilled out dog on camera.
The relief floods and you realise that your dog actually can do it. And that you can start getting your life back again.
Consistently going out without your dog, and not worrying about what happens when you shut the door, is your new normal.
This doesn't have to be a pipe dream.
Your dog can learn how to be home alone without falling apart. In fact, they can learn not to care.
The best part is that there is no complicated training to do. The training is simple, and takes only a few minutes a day. You just need to learn the perfect formula.
There is no quick fix. Separation training is a marathon, not a sprint. But, with the right support your dog can achieve what feels impossible.
"Rachael has been nothing short of amazing"
My Teddy couldn't even stand me being out of his sight, let alone being left alone indoors. But consistency and sticking with the plan worked.
Teddy has gone from 5 seconds to nearly 2 hours alone with no issues. THANK YOU RACHAEL...for giving me freedom, and Teddy too, as he is happy alone without worry.
CHARMAINE, TEDDY'S MUM
Separation training is easier than ever before, thanks to webcams!
In fact, there is no behavioural issue better suited to online training than separation.
True story, I have worked with a separation client on my street remotely!
A trainer coming into your house and then getting you to leave is concerning for any dog, let alone one with separation problems.
By using cameras your dog has no idea that we are watching, or training!
But don't worry, you will have a huge amount of support and access to me, along with access to the private portal where you will learn to:
✨ Confidently assess your dog's tolerance of alone time down to the second
✨ Understand exactly how to read your dog's body language like a pro to ensure that you aren't going too quickly
✨ Possess clarity around separation anxiety and how to reach your goal time
✨ Confidently undertake training sessions and leave the house without anxiety
✨ Develop troubleshooting skills that will help you overcome plateaus and regressions until you reach your goal time
Don’t worry, I break down my entire process and give you my specific, step-by-step approach for treating separation anxiety like a pro.
I still remember how I felt when I realised Pablo had separation anxiety.
I saw other people being able to leave their dogs alone and felt like a failure, especially as I was working with dogs!
I was overwhelmed as there seemed to be SO much conflicting advice among dog trainers on how to work on separation.
I didn't want to do the whole trial and error thing, because I knew mistakes could cause DAMAGE.
What if I messed up with my own dog?
So I decided to study the hell out of separation anxiety.
I did every course you can imagine, and empowered myself with theory and knowledge.
And I now know that I have the golden formula for treating separation anxiety, which makes the process easy (seriously, really easy!)
And I can teach it to you inside the inner circle of The Freedom Programme..
I’m Rachael Claire, a Behaviourist with a knack for separation training.
I really found my passion for separation in first lockdown after adopting my dog, Pablo.
I first studied separation in my degree back in 2010, and on a few other courses in the following years, but found that even though I followed the protocols Pablo still developed separation anxiety. I knew that I had to figure something else out, as the advice just wasn't working.
Lockdown put a stop to my in-person dog training, so it seemed like the perfect opportunity to throw myself into studying again. I have subsequently completed my post-graduate degree in Clinical Animal Behaviour and am now a provisional Clinical Behaviourist and Separation Anxiety Pro Behaviour Consultant.
Since 2020 I have created 3 wildly successful online courses for both dog owners and prospective trainers, as the separation specialist for Dog Training College. The Freedom Formula Programme is an amalgamation of all of my content, after years of perfecting and streamlining the content.
"Highly, highly recommend Rachael"
Tried other trainers and my own plans four times before signing up with Rachael, and failed every time. Maggie can now stay on her own for 25 minutes, going up very quickly each day! We never would have got here otherwise.
The plans she uploads are very easy to follow, which takes a LOT of the effort and stress off your shoulders. Could not recommend more!
LIZ, MAGGIE'S MUM
Other courses rely on you to muddle through on your own, and to motivate yourself throughout.
But this is not just a course.
This is an intensive, long-term coaching programme where you will receive unparalleled access to the most effective separation training formula out there, and to an industry recognised specialist.
The aim is not to provide you with the tools and send you out into the world, it is to coach you for an extended period while you make significant progress.
If you’ve ever thought…
"Does any training actually work?"
"I have no motivation to do this any more!"
"Where the hell do I begin?"
Introducing...
THE FREEDOM FORMULA PROGRAMME
✨ INNER CIRCLE ACCESS:
When you join The Freedom Formula Programme you get access to the private portal, reserved only for those in the inner circle.
You'll find a wealth of information and and support, broken down into jargon-free, bitesized tutorials, audio clips and pdfs. You will see me demo every bit of training on Pablo so you can follow along, step-by-step.
✨ LIVE COACHING CALLS:
Get access to the group calendar and your private invites to the weekly live group calls. Any questions about the course and how your dog is responding will be answered, and there is a big focus on accountability to ensure that you're hitting your training goals.
✨ COMMUNITY:
The Freedom Formula Programme Community allows you to meet other inner circle members and to show you that you are not alone.
It is a safe space where you can share your successes and ask me any questions that you have.
✨ TRAINING PLAN GENERATOR:
An exclusive for inner circle members is an invite to download the exclusive plan generator which designs each session for you, taking all of the thinking out of training.
If you've ever felt lost with how to plan and carry out a session the generator is a trainer in your pocket, for as long as you need it.
✨ HOLISTIC TREATMENT PLAN:
Learn how to tackle separation holistically, with the 5 sided treatment plan, designed to build a rock solid foundation.
Without a strong base training will never be consistent or reliable. By learning the golden formula you can hit the ground running and accelerate your progress.
✨ VET LIAISON:
When you sign up your vet sends over a referral, meaning they are in the loop about your dog's separation anxiety, then you have a supportive team from all angles.
"Game changer in our household!"
We were not able to leave Millie alone in the house out of fear of her injuring herself or receiving complaints from the neighbours!
We had worked with several other trainers before who used traditional techniques, which were just not working, and making matters worse.
We have just hit our 5 minute target in the space of 6 weeks, which far exceeds our own expectation (given previous training methods), and we’re now a lot more confident that we’re on the right path, both for Millie and our own sakes!
I’d 100% recommend Rachael to anyone struggling with separation anxiety.
CRAIG, MILLIE'S DAD