I offer both Remote or In-person behavior consultations.
For either remote or in-person sessions:
You will fill out a behavioral questionnaire prior to any scheduled appointment.
In our dog behavior consultation we work together to change your dog’s behavior for the better. We employ data driven force-free behavior modification protocols. And our processes will scaffold exercises that support the long-term welfare of your dog and the dog-human relationship.
You can find more details on current research and protocols for behavior modification on the following websites.
- American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
- The Humane Society of the United States
Both Remote and In-person Sessions offer great instruction and sometimes one is more effective than the other.
There are times when a remote session is a necessary alternative to an in-person meeting. If your dog has stranger phobias/aggression, resource guarding, or other issues that could make an initial in-person session very stressful for them, we would begin remotely. This jump starts training by allowing me to get more details, view videos, and set up protocols without stressing your dog. We then have a strategy before we continue in-person.
I will also need some video which usually shows me what I might not be able to see in person because your dog is in their natural setting without a stranger looming.
If a situation is dangerous, I don’t need unsafe video. I just need to see your dog in action vis-a-vis family, other dogs, and etc. – safely.
Here is a video that demonstrates how sometimes when we observe in real time, we miss a lot of signals that can help us help our dogs.
In-person sessions allow me to physically interact and demonstrate with your dog and if necessary work with you and your dog in an environment specific to your dog’s issues.
Regardless of remote or in-person sessions, I send notes to help you follow the stratagies we go over in our session. And our ultimate goal is to make your life with your dog happier and safer.
While we might not be able to turn your dog from a holligan to a librarian, we can make everyone happier and more at ease.
To set up a private session or get more information, email me.
