Behavior Consulting
How we support the dog & family
Behavior is not something that can be “cured”. It is naturally adaptive and necessary for the survival of any animal and its future generations. A dog’s behavior is influenced by many internal and external conditions, which interact through both Nature AND Nurture. All these conditions, or needs, comprise their L.E.G.S.® (Learning, Environment, Genetics, Self).
When “behavior problems” arise with our family dogs, it’s not a matter of obedience, or that they simply just need more “training”. Rather, these “problems” are complex needs that are not being met - an imbalance or friction in their L.E.G.S. - and often are being expressed through ‘normal’ canine-specific behaviors, albeit, in ways that may be “undesirable” for us humans.
Through Family Dog Mediation® we FIRST understand the dog’s unique L.E.G.S., and then consider how that all intersects with the needs and expectations of the family. From there we can provide effective, reward-based strategies aimed at supporting needs and welfare, and restoring harmony to the human-canine relationship.
This is a team approach, which involves the family and their dog, the behavior consultant; and collaboration with the veterinary team and other dog professionals. Each party plays a unique role in supporting the welfare of the dog, and family, in front of us!
Behavior Consult/Family Dog Mediation
Is your dog displaying aggressive behavior? Elevated anxiety, fear, and/or stress? Other behaviors you need support with? We offer an in-home or virtual behavior consult.
What’s included:
• Behavior assessment; discussion of your dog's history & L.E.G.S., case factors, and family’s goals/needs/resources; collaboration with your dog’s veterinary team
• Prevention, provisions, enrichment, and behavior-change plan*, instruction and feedback; also includes a client report, vet summary, educational links and handouts
Cost: $285 per two hour consult
A travel fee may apply for in-home sessions; see scheduling page for more details. If your dog is experiencing separation anxiety please contact us prior to scheduling.
*A follow-up session package may be recommended. These are elective, and based on our discussion of your family’s goals and your dog’s needs— to support you with implementation and assessing responsiveness over time (see options below)
Follow-up Session Package Options:
$495/Three - 1 hour 15 minute follow-up sessions
$885/Five - 1 hour 15 minute follow-up sessions
$1150/Seven - 1 hour 15 minute follow-up sessions
$1,450/Ten - 1 hour 15 minute follow-up sessions
What’s included:
Review of behavior progress, responsiveness to plan
Changes to and further implementation of plan
Collaboration with veterinary team to support your dog’s health and welfare— it takes a village!
We also offer Specialized Programs for Organizations
We offer organizations training and education for staff and leadership teams, animal behavior workshops, and various customized services to address the specific needs of the organization. Feel free to connect with us to discuss what services your organization may need.
