Dog Behavior Consultations

Providing help with:

Leash reactivity

  • Barking or lunging at other dogs, people, cars, or animals

Aggression toward other animals, family members, strangers

  • Growling, showing teeth, snapping, or biting
  • Resource guarding (food, toys, yard, car, etc.)
  • Over-protective of family members
  • Unpredictable behaviors

Separation-related behaviors

  • Howling, whining, or barking when left alone
  • Destruction of property when left alone

Fear, shyness, anxiety

  • Hiding, freezing, trembling, or nervousness
  • Clingy or needy behavior
  • Fearful urination
  • Noise or fireworks phobia
  • Other chronic, generalized, or situational anxiety/phobias

Destructive behavior

  • Undesirable scratching, chewing, or digging
  • Destruction of furniture, doors, walls, crates, etc.
  • Eating inappropriate items

Depression

  • Grieving or sadness after significant life changes
  • Lack of energy, listlessness, or sleep problems
  • Lack of interest in food or regular activities
  • Boredom or inactivity

Excitability

  • Excitement urination
  • Jumping or lunging at pets or people
  • Chasing animals, people, or vehicles
  • Running away or escaping
  • Restlessness

Excessive vocalization

  • Barking excessively at people or other pets
  • Barking when left alone
  • Whining or whimpering for attention
  • Howling or wailing

Nuisance behaviors

  • Not coming when called
  • Poor obedience skills
  • Unruly behavior
  • Stealing food or scavenging garbage
  • Pulling on leash
  • Bullying at the dog park
  • Mounting

Unusual behaviors

  • Excessive grooming, licking, or rubbing
  • Agitation, pacing, or repetitive actions
  • Compulsive or obsessive behavior

Body handling issues

  • Sensitivity to touch
  • Dislikes having collar or harness put on

Cooperative care

  • Nail trimming
  • Grooming
  • Administering medication

Puppy socialization

  • Enrichment
  • Proper play
  • Identifying and preventing common behavior problems
  • Reading dog body language

Kids and dogs

  • Preparing to bring home a new baby
  • Dog and baby/toddler safety

Senior dog care

  • Simple adjustments to make your home more accessible
  • Reducing pain and discomfort