Ever since I brought my baby home I made a routine something similiar to what Layla's mom said.....I made a habit of leaving for little bits at a time...and Lucky is ok when it comes time for me to leave for awhile. I just put him and his blanket on my bed(he has a ramp) I give him kisses and tell him I will be back soon....when I get home he is still where I put him!!If he do get up and down I don't know....If anyone has the seperation problem....it's me!! lol