Behavioural Training
Transforming "Big Feelings" Into Calm Confidence.
Is your dog lunging at other dogs on walks? Barking non-stop? Too anxious or fearful to enjoy life? These aren’t “bad behaviours” to punish away—they’re your dog trying to tell you something. I’ll help you understand what’s really going on and create lasting change through connection, not control.
How We Get Started:
The Discovery Call (Free):
- A relaxed, 15-minute chat about your dog's challenges. No pressure, no commitment.
Finding Your Perfect Fit:
- On our call, we’ll decide together if you need a one-time Strategy Session or a full Transformation Program to help you the fastest.
"Big Feelings" Series (Reactivity & Focus)
Leash Reactivity & Neutrality:
- Addressing lunging and barking by building a connection so your dog wants to look at you for guidance.
The Polite Greetings Guide:
- Addressing lunging and barking by building a connection so your dog wants to look at you for guidance.
The Impulse Control Blueprint:
- Teaching your dog how to regulate their own "big feelings" and choose calm over chaos.
The "Quiet" Protocol:
- Addressing excessive barking at the door, in the crate, or at the window.
The "Real World" Manners Series:
Door Manners & Dashing:
- Turning a chaotic entrance into a sanctuary of calm. No more dashing or jumping on guests.
The Loose Heel Blueprint:
- Tightening loose-leash walking into a focused heel that holds up even under pressure.
The Distraction Challenge:
- Master stays and focus using my "challenge circuit" designed to mimic real-world distractions.
Field Trip Readiness:
- A specific guide on what to expect and how to prepare your dog for success in public spaces.
WHAT I CAN HELP WITH
- Leash Reactivity: Lunging or barking at dogs, people, or squirrels on walks.
- Fear & Anxiety: Helping dogs who are too overwhelmed to settle or enjoy public spaces.
- Excessive Barking: At the door, in the crate, or at everything passing the window.
- Door-Dashing: Creating polite boundaries at the entrance of your home.
- Recall Issues: Building a bond so strong they actually want to come when called.
- Resource Guarding: Safely managing and resolving guarding of toys, food, or spaces.
- Time commitment: 10-15 minutes daily + smart management strategies.
INVESTMENT
Behavioural Strategy Session: $325 + HST
- A comprehensive assessment and initial strategy for dogs with "big feelings" (reactivity, fear, or anxiety).
The Behavioural Transformation Program: $1,500 + HST
- My signature 6-session program for lasting change.
- Includes full access to the Signature Blueprint Library.
- Customized management and nervous system regulation plans.
MY APPROACH: THE R.O.O.T.S.™ DIFFERENCE
What you'll learn:
- Relationship: I focus on building trust and emotional safety before making demands. Connection before correction.
- Observation: I’ll teach you to read the "whispers" of your dog's nervous system before they become "shouts" (the bark/lunge).
- Origins: I address the "why" behind the behaviour by looking at your dog's breed history and instincts rather than just suppressing them.
- Temperament: I respect your dog's individual personality and sensitivity. No one-size-fits-all; I adjust to your dog's emotional landscape.
- Surroundings: I manage the environment proactively to set your dog up for success, recognizing that behaviour is often a response to external stressors.
IMPORTANT NOTE
I do not work with dog-to-dog or dog-to-human aggression cases.
If your dog has a bite history, I am happy to refer you to a qualified specialist.