You’re Doing Your Best. So is Your Dog.
Welcome to Brains over Barks! We know you love your dog deeply, and we also know you're flippin’ tired. Tired of the destruction, the fear of leaving, and wondering if you're somehow failing them.
Here's what we know to be true: Separation Anxiety is tough, but it isn’t forever.
Here you'll find real strategies, honest stories, and the kind of support that reminds you this isn't your fault and you’re not alone. No judgment, just practical help for you to reclaim your life.
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ABOUT • OUR STORY
The Dog Mom Behind The Screen
Hi! I'm Annamarie, and this is our big boy Grizzy.
I started Brains Over Barks because when we were drowning in separation anxiety chaos, we couldn't find real, honest support without a tall paywall.
I am not a certified dog trainer or behaviorist. I'm just a dog parent who's been in your shoes — full of guilt and fear, researching at 2am, wondering if we'd ever figure this out. Through lots of trial and error, I've learned what actually works for separation anxiety and what doesn't.
This is the resource I wish I'd had: real answers without the unnecessary struggle. Think of it as your cozy corner of the internet where you can take a deep breath, feel understood, and remember that progress isn't always linear.
Because some days with separation anxiety are wins, and some days you just survive — and both are perfectly okay.
