Can medication help with canine aggression? Learn how anti-anxiety medications fit into behavior therapy, when they may help, and why they don't change your dog's personality.

Your puppy is crying in the crate, and everyone has advice: ignore it, wait it out, they’ll grow out of it. But sometimes persistent whining isn’t attention-seeking—it’s anxiety. Learning how to recognize early separation anxiety and respond appropriately can make all the difference in helping your puppy feel safe when alone.