Understanding & Helping Your Aggressive or Fearful Dog

Is your dog's aggression causing stress and worry? Whether it's directed towards other dogs, people, or in the home, our qualified trainers offer compassionate and effective behavior modification programs. We focus on understanding the root causes and teaching you practical strategies for a safer, happier life with your canine companion.

Types of Aggression:

• Aggression towards people/dogs
• Fear of Strangers entering the home
• Food/toy guarding
• Handling sensitivities (vet, groomer)

We offer:

• Comprehensive Behavioral Assessment: This is an in-depth evaluation of the dog's history, triggers, and the severity of its anxiety.
• Individualized Training Plans: Tailored programs designed to address the specific needs of each dog and owner.
• Gradual Desensitization and Counter-Conditioning: Step-by-step methods to help the dog become comfortable being alone.
• Creating a Safe and Comfortable Environment: Guidance on setting up a secure and enriching space for the dog.
• Management Strategies: Practical tips for managing anxiety in the short term while training progresses.
• Owner Education and Support: Empowering owners with the knowledge and skills to continue the training effectively.
• Follow-Up Support: Ongoing guidance and adjustments to the training plan as needed.

Let us help you:

• Understand your dog's triggers
• Develop effective management strategies
• Teach your dog alternative behaviors
• Create a more peaceful home environment

Step 1:  Behavior Consultation

We’ll start with a 60-90 minute virtual meeting so that we can assess your dog’s behavior and create a personalized training plan for you and your dog.

After Your Consultation You Will Have:

• A better understanding of aggression and why your dog is exhibiting this behavior.
• An understanding of how our behavior modification process works and how to achieve resolution.
• A training plan to begin working with your aggressive or fearful dog.

Step 2: Follow up Sessions ( In-Person)

You've taken the first step with a behavior consultation – great! Now, ensure lasting success with our tailored follow-up sessions. Consistency is key to reinforcing new behaviors and overcoming challenges. Our follow-ups provide:

• Continued Guidance: Addressing new questions and adapting your training plan.
• Practical Application: Hands-on practice in real-world scenarios.
• Accountability & Support: Keeping you motivated and on track.
• Deeper Understanding: Fine-tuning your communication with your dog.

Cost: $150 plus tax per one-hour follow up session

Full payment within 24 hours after dates are scheduled is required to confirm your appointments.

Sessions are non-refundable and non-transferable. We do not offer refunds on unscheduled sessions. All sales and payments are final.

One Smart Dog, LLC reserves the right to terminate the training contract before or during its term if the trainer determines that a danger exists to the health and safety of the public, trainer, owner, or dog. Should the Trainer or Owner terminate the training contract at any time before completion, all fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Contracts for ongoing training are automatically terminated if we do not hear from the client for 90 days.  After 90 days, the ongoing training contract will cease.  No refund will be issued for any sessions remaining on the contract.

Our services are not guaranteed. Dog behavior is not static and can change over time due to developmental periods, aging, and health. Pet owners influence their dog’s behavior and must do the assigned training homework for optimal results.

Clients are responsible for providing the necessary materials needed for training. Including, but not limited to: treats, toys, leash, collar, harness, etc.

One Smart Dog uses reward-based methods that are backed by science to modify your dog's behavior.  Because a reward makes your dog more likely to repeat the behavior, positive reinforcement is one of your most powerful tools for shaping or changing your dog’s behavior.  The use of pain, fear, or intimidation may lead to fear or aggression.

All no-show sessions will be forfeited automatically. There is $25 no-show fee that must be paid after a missed appointment within 24 hours in order to continue training.