Behavior Problems

This program is designed for dogs exhibiting fear-based behaviors, such as aggression, reactivity, or anxiety.

We work on changing how your dog feels about things that trigger their fear or frustration. This involves a tailored training plan to help your dog feel safe around things that upset them, thus changing their emotional response. In behavior science, this is called counter-conditioning.

This program is available in-person and online.

Behavior problems such as fear, reactivity, and aggression can be complex and be due to more than one cause.

If your dog is friendly but has behaviors that frustrate you, this is where we’ll start to address them.

In the Initial Behavior Consultation we will go over your intake form in detail together, and I’ll ask further questions about your dog’s behavior.

We’ll discuss any pressing safety issues and ways to manage your home environment to bring you immediate relief.

After the Initial Behavior Consultation I’ll send relevant resources and a training proposal customized to your, and your dog’s, needs.

The 60-minute initial in-person or online behavior consultation is $195. There is a small travel fee for clients more than 40 minutes outside my service area.

Yes! I often work with clients on one or more specific training issues that cause them embarrassment or frustration such as the dog chasing the cat, pulling on leash, not coming when called, excessively barking, counter-surfing, and so on. We will get started discussing your specific training needs in the free online consultation.

The process begins with an Initial In-Person or Online Consultation ($195), where I’ll evaluate your dog’s specific behaviors and training needs. This initial session allows me to recommend a tailored training program, including the number of sessions required to begin addressing your dog’s behavior effectively.

Follow up in-person or online training sessions are $130/each. There is a small travel fee for clients more than 40 minutes outside my service area.

The Behavior Problems Program addresses fear-based behaviors, such as reactivity, aggression, anxiety, and fear of specific triggers (other dogs, people, noises, etc.).

We can also work together to reduce unwanted behaviors such as jumping on people or pulling on leash, and teaching your dog what to do in those situations instead.

If your dog is showing these types of behaviors, this program is ideal.

Yes! While behavior modification takes time and patience, dogs are capable of making positive changes with the right guidance.

This program focuses on changing how your dog feels about triggers in their environment, which can lead to a significant shift in their behavior over time. Every dog is different, so we take it step-by-step and adjust the plan as needed.

Every dog is different, and the timeline for behavior modification depends on the severity of the behavior and your dog’s progress.

Some dogs show improvement within a few sessions, while others may need more time. Consistency, patience, and following the plan are key to success.

The goal of behavior modification is to help your dog feel more comfortable and less stressed over time.

We use positive reinforcement techniques, which focus on rewarding desired behaviors and desensitizing your dog to their triggers in a gradual, controlled way. This approach ensures that the training process is not overwhelming or frightening for your dog.

We'll work through your custom training plan together and I'm available between sessions if you're stuck on homework or have questions about the training plan, safety issues, or behavior management.