Training and behavior services

I support you and your dog in transforming challenging behaviors into opportunities for deeper connection. My approach begins by building a foundation of clear communication between you and your dog, enabling both of you to understand each other's needs and signals. Whether you're struggling with excessive barking, basic manners, or leash reactivity, I create personalized training plans that work with your dog's personality and your lifestyle.

My services include:

One-on-one behavior consultations
Customized training programs
Ongoing support and guidance
Virtual coaching sessions

I specialize in positive reinforcement techniques that strengthen your bond while achieving lasting behavioral changes. From puppy basics to complex behavior modification, I’m here to help you and your dog thrive together.

Schedule a free 15 minute consultation

What to expect when you book with me

Sessions can be held in your home, in public, or virtually.

Initial Assessment: During our first session, we'll spend considerable time reviewing your dog's history, discussing your specific goals, and assessing the current situation. This ensures I can provide the most appropriate recommendations and support tailored to you and your dog.
Collaborative Planning: Throughout our sessions, we'll examine what behaviors are occurring, identify the contexts and triggers, and establish clear priorities based on what matters most to you and your family.
Customized Training Solutions: I'll provide hands-on training exercises and practical management strategies designed specifically for your home environment, daily routine, and lifestyle.
Detailed Follow-Up: After each session, you'll receive comprehensive written notes outlining each training exercise, management technique, and next steps to ensure you have clear guidance between visits.
Ongoing Support: Between sessions, I'm available via email or text to help troubleshoot challenges and answer questions as they arise.
Virtual Office Hours: Current training package clients and those seen within the past month have access to complimentary bi-monthly virtual office hours. These sessions provide real-time support for adjusting training criteria, troubleshooting issues, and addressing any questions that come up between scheduled sessions.

My mission is to cultivate joyful relationships based on trust and communication between you and your dog through compassionate training.

FAQs

Single hour long training sessions cost $145, or you can purchase a pack of four sessions for $560.
Half hour sessions cost $75 and can only be booked for virtual sessions.
Prices include post-session follow up notes as well as between session support via email and text messaging.
Virtual services can be scheduled for 30 minutes. These cost $75.
Broadly speaking, I practice positive reinforcement (R+) or force-free training. I follow the humane hierarchy, which prioritizes meeting the animals needs, setting the learner up for success and then rewarding desirable behaviors.
Every dog and handler journey is unique, making it impossible to provide a one-size-fits-all answer. The number of sessions depends on several key factors: the specific behavior you're working to modify, your dog's past training experiences, their daily environment, your availability for practice between sessions, and your own experience with dog training.
While most behavior changes require more than one session, clients working to change habit-based behaviors like jumping or leash pulling, may see meaningful progress within 3-4 sessions. However, when working with behaviors rooted in fear, anxiety, or stress, we'll need to move at your dog's pace to ensure lasting, positive change.
During our first meeting, we'll assess your dog's needs and personality and discuss what may be contributing to the behaviors you are hoping to change.
I truly believe that everyone deserves support with their beloved companion. To that end, if my prices are a financial burden for you, reach out and ask about my sliding scale.