Introduction There is a distinct, heavy feeling that settles in your chest when you open your front door and are met with frantic scratching, shredded pillows, or the echoing whines of a distressed pet. For millions of dog parents, leaving the house is not a simple routine errand—it is an emotional hurdle. Canine separation anxiety is a deeply misunderstood and profoundly challenging condition. It transforms our homes into stress zones and leaves our beloved companions in a s