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The BOND™ Simple Training Plan
Simple steps to restore the BOND with your dog
Treating separation anxiety and reconnecting with your dog in a healthy, positive way doesn’t have to be difficult. Combined with a simple training plan, treatment with Reconcile® (fluoxetine hydrochloride) chewable tablets reduces the frequency of separation anxiety behaviors and produces a calmer, less anxious dog.
“ It’s simple. It makes sense. And I can see progress. ”
The BOND™ simple training plan was developed by veterinarians, veterinary behaviorists and pet owners like you to target specific behaviors associated with separation anxiety. It consists of four, easy-to-understand, easy-to-follow steps. It's a positive and progressive plan that can help your dog build confidence and gain a sense of security when alone.
Explore the BOND™ simple training plan
Be Positive
- Use only positive reinforcement for desired behaviors
- Avoid anxiety-inducing reprimands for undesirable behaviors
Download Video (MP4, 4 MB) — Be Positive
Only Reward Calm Behavior
- Reward only calm behavior with attention
- Ignore attention-seeking behaviors
- Include daily walks and/or short play sessions
Download Video (MP4, 4 MB) — Only Reward Calm Behavior
No More Drama When You Come and Go
- “Practice” leaving, at first, without actually going anywhere
- Provide a distraction 20–30 minutes before leaving
- Ignore your dog until it's time to leave — and while leaving
- Greet your dog only once she's calm, then reward the calm behavior
Download Video (MP4, 4 MB) — No More Drama When You Come and Go
Develop Your Dog's Independence
- Continue to reinforce calm behavior with treats and attention
- Provide a “safe place” for your dog to be calm; teach him to settle and stay there
- Gradually increase time and distance of separation from your dog
Download Video (MP4, 4 MB) - Develop Your Dog's Independence
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The Reconcile® Home Kit
Your purchase of Reconcile comes with the Reconcile Home Kit. This Home Kit contains a Training Guide that walks you through the BOND simple training plan. There’s also an informational DVD providing additional information about separation anxiety, Reconcile chewable tablets, BOND training, and frequently-asked questions.
These resources are easy to follow and understand. They’re intended to support you and your dog as you restore and build a healthy, happy relationship. Keep them handy — on your coffee table, or on your kitchen counter — and refer to them often. Use the included magnet as a reminder to conduct BOND training with your dog.
And remember to stick with it. It can take up to eight weeks to see results. Stay positive and reward your dog for good behavior. Have fun with the training! The rewards will be worth the effort.
Download the BOND Training Journal to help you stay on track with your dog’s behavior modification training.
