Whether your dog has Separation Anxiety, Isolation Distress, or just a lack of experience... my Home Alone™ training approach is the RIGHT fit for you.
My Home Alone™ approach is designed for families who are finding themselves frustrated, emotionally drained, and eager to help their pup build up the comfort necessary to be left alone. This innovative approach will allow you to approach training right the FIRST time, learn what it takes to navigate this tricky training process, have total control over the level of support you need with training, and feel empowered in knowing you are implementing a proven method for long lasting behavior change.
Ally Cook
CDBC, KPA-CTP, CSAT, FPPE, FFCT
I’m a separation anxiety specialist, it’s not just something I do, it’s what I live and breathe. The majority of my work is dedicated to supporting dogs who struggle with being alone and the humans who love them. These cases are complex, emotional, and deeply impactful, and they deserve thoughtful, ethical care.
I regularly collaborate with world-renowned veterinarians and board-certified veterinary behaviorists, and I receive referrals from other professionals throughout the animal behavior industry. My work is rooted in both practical, real-world experience and evidence-based science.
My background includes over 15 years in the shelter industry, hands-on experience with Virginia Tech’s Animal Behavior & Welfare Lab, and an ongoing commitment to continued education. I believe learning never stops, especially in a field that continues to evolve as we better understand animal welfare, emotional health, and humane training practices.
My approach to training is grounded in ethics first. That means prioritizing emotional safety, consent, and the individual dog in front of me, not quick fixes or one-size-fits-all protocols. Progress comes from building trust, resilience, and true comfort, not from pushing dogs beyond their limits.
Supporting dogs through separation anxiety is delicate work, and I consider it a privilege to be trusted with it.
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Are you ready to take charge of your alone time training goals?
The Home Alone™ approach is RIGHT for you if you can say yes to any of the following...
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You are losing sleep over what to do about your dog that cannot be left alone.
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You are spending an arm and a leg on daycare, sitters, and running out of options.
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You are reading so much conflicting information about how to best approach alone time.
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You have received bad advice that DID NOT HELP the issue, and maybe made it worse.
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You are ready to tackle this behavior concern and stop feeling like a prisoner in your own home.
This is where I step in! Let's make the most effective first steps towards your alone time goals TODAY!
