How is a behaviour consultation different from everyday training?
Everyday training focuses on skills such as recall, leash walking, greetings, and settling.
Behaviour consultations provide a more detailed assessment for concerns involving fear, anxiety, reactivity, aggression, guarding, separation distress, handling, or significant changes in behaviour.
How many sessions will we need?
The number of sessions depends on the behaviour, your goals, your dog’s history, and the amount of ongoing support your family would find useful.
The three-session package is a helpful starting point for many concerns. The six-session package provides more regular coaching for layered or complex cases.
Can you help with aggression toward people or dogs?
Yes. We’ll begin with safety, comfortable working distances, and careful planning based on your dog’s history and triggers.
Some cases may also benefit from veterinary involvement or collaboration with another qualified behaviour professional.
Should my dog see a veterinarian first?
A veterinary check is especially valuable when behaviour has changed suddenly, touch or movement appears uncomfortable, sleep or appetite has shifted, or physical health may be contributing.
We may recommend speaking with your veterinarian as part of the behaviour plan.
Do you offer virtual behaviour consultations?
Yes. Virtual consultations are available through Google Meet.
They can work particularly well for history-taking, home-based concerns, separation-related behaviour, environmental planning, and situations where an unfamiliar visitor may affect your dog’s behaviour.