In Home Behavior Consultation

At Training Your Best Friend, we understand that every dog—and every family—is unique. Behavior change can be tough, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Each dog-owner journey comes with its own set of goals and challenges, which is why we offer customized training programs tailored to your dog’s individual needs. Whether you’re guiding a spirited puppy or helping an adult dog learn new skills or overcome behavior issues, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our personalized approach focuses on building a strong, trusting bond through compassion, understanding, and expert guidance.

What to Expect During a Behavior Consultation

A Behavioral Consultation is a deep-dive, personalized session designed to address more complex or challenging behaviors that go beyond basic obedience training. These sessions are ideal for dogs who may be struggling with fear, anxiety, aggression, or other behavior issues that are causing stress in your home or out in the world.

During a behavioral consultation, I take the time to thoroughly understand your dog’s history, daily routine, environment, and specific behavior concerns. This includes a detailed discussion with you, direct observation of your dog, and sometimes hands-on work during the initial session. Together, we’ll uncover what might be contributing to the behavior—whether it’s fear-based, stress-related, medical, or environmental—and come up with a practical, step-by-step plan to help you and your dog move forward.

Common issues addressed in behavioral consultations include:

  • Reactivity to dogs, people, or other triggers

  • Aggression, growling, or biting

  • Resource guarding (toys, food, people, spaces)

  • Separation anxiety or isolation distress

  • Excessive barking or vocalization

  • Fear & anxiety

  • Compulsive or obsessive behaviors

The goal of a behavioral consultation is to give you clarity and direction, not just quick fixes. I’ll provide you with actionable strategies that are grounded in science and tailored specifically to your dog’s needs. This includes management techniques to reduce stress and risk, training exercises to build new, more appropriate behaviors, and support as you implement the plan at home.

Behavioral change takes time and consistency, but you won’t be alone. I continue to provide guidance and support to help you along the journey. This may include follow-up sessions, progress check-ins, video analysis, or email/text support—whatever is most helpful for you and your dog. I’ll help you troubleshoot challenges, celebrate successes, and adjust the plan as needed. With the right support, tools, and mindset, meaningful change is absolutely possible. I’ll be by your side each step of the way, helping you and your dog move toward a calmer, more balanced life together.

Transform Your Dog’s Behavior with Proven, Personalized Training Plan

 Every dog is unique, and so is their journey. That’s why I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I create customized training plans that are tailored specifically to your dog’s individual needs, personality, and learning style. Whether you’re working through challenging behaviors or just want to strengthen your dog’s manners and communication, I design each plan to help you achieve real, lasting results.

Using proven, science-based methods, I focus on positive reinforcement and relationship-building to help your dog learn in a way that feels natural and rewarding. These personalized plans are not only effective—they’re designed to fit seamlessly into your everyday life, making it easier to stay consistent and see progress.

              Schedule an in- home training lesson

We book appointments daily for one to two weeks in advance.