Dog Behavior Modification

Service Description

Behav-N-Dogs Trainer Rachael Haddan will evaluate your individual situation then help you develop an individualized behavior modification training plan for your dog(s). Thus, helping the dog overcome problem areas with a combination of training appropriate behavior that is incompatible with the unacceptable behavior, counter-conditioning and desensitization. Sometimes medications can help with the behavior modification process. If Rachael thinks your dog could benefit from a medication to help your dog with anxious or overly reactive behavior she will recommend you speak with your dog's regular veterinarian. Your dog's regular vet can then give you a referral to a veterinary animal behaviorist if needed and/or prescribe necessary medication(s).  Rachael Haddan uses evidence-based best practice methods, which are proven effective behavior modification protocols.   Here is a list of common behavior problems that can be modified with proper behavior modification:  fearfulness;  fear aggression;  dog-to-dog aggression; food aggression; excessive humping; resource guarding;  dog fighting with other household dogs;  aggression towards people within/outside the home;  excessive barking;  separation anxiety; destroying things;  overly hyper;  aggression towards other animals; chasing other animals/cars/moving objects;  and overly-reactive while on the leash during walks. ​ $25-$95 per hour depending upon zip code and severity of behavior issues