Express.co.uk
·Jul 2026
Dog trainer issues crucial 3-step process when leaving pet home alone
A dog trainer outlines three steps to keep pets calm when left home alone, advising owners to create a secure space, reduce external noise with sound‑cancelling audio and maintain calm energy when returning. She explains that unrestricted window access can trigger territorial behaviour. Dogs Trust reinforces the guidance, recommending gradual separation training, comfortable resting areas and encouraging dogs to settle independently before being left for longer periods.