Dogs

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Problem prevention and early intervention is essential to preserve behavior wellness. We will help you maximize your understanding of your dog’s behavioral needs, communication and motivation to create an easier to live with dog.

Live online behavior & training services

ONE TO ONE COACHING

Start with a Consultation, Continue with a Coaching Program

During your consultation, we’ll work together to create a plan tailored to you and your pet. During this hour we will review your pet’s behavior and lifestyle, identify concerns and prioritize goals, recommend management and safety strategies, review communication signals, introduce basic training principles and provide practical first steps.

Then, through the coaching program (purchased separately), we’ll support steady progress toward behaviors that make daily life easier while strengthening the bond you already share. Our coaching programs include step-by-step guidance, real-time feedback in live sessions, video review of practice for feedback, supplemental resources and email support.

For clients of a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists or a veterinarian specializing in behavior, we offer Adjunct Coaching sessions (no consultation needed). These sessions provide extra guidance through the nuances and details of your pet’s prescribed training and behavior modification exercises and can be purchased as single sessions.

Classes

Classes follow a fixed curriculum based on their specific topic. While the content remains consistent, you’ll have opportunities for questions and personalized feedback. Each class includes live instruction, pre-session lessons, group discussions, supplemental resources and a private, class-specific interactive group that serves as an extended classroom. Discover new skills, share some laughs, and enjoy learning with your pet!

Common behavior topics we help with….

Pre-Adoption

This session is perfect for anyone considering adopting a new dog of any age. We’ll guide you through key considerations for choosing a new dog, preparing your home, and supporting a smooth transition while encouraging good behavior from day one. You’ll also gain a better understanding of how dogs communicate and learn, how to teach desired behaviors, and ways to positively introduce your new companion to pets already in your home, family, and friends. These foundations will help set the stage for a happy, successful life together.

Pre-Adoption

Puppy Program

This program focuses on the behavioral needs for puppies 8wks – 5mos. There is so much puppies need to learn including where to eliminate, what to play with and how to interact with you. We answer all your questions on common puppy related topics and give you strategies for problem prevention and solutions.

How to appropriately socialize your puppy to positively influence his adult life
Fun handling exercises and associations for easier care in the future
Basic training for useful behaviors integrated into your everyday life together

One-to-one COACHING CONSULTATION

NEW ADOPTION

The transition of acclimating to a new home may be confusing for your new dog. Training and providing outlets for preferred activities can help build trust and help them adjust to their new life with you.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION

COOPERATIVE CARE

Let’s make caring for your pet less stressful. Imagine nail trims without a struggle, calmer car rides and veterinary visits and easier administration of medication.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION

SENIOR

Focused on the changing sensory, mobility, and cognition needs of senior dogs to preserve their best life.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION

BEHAVIOR SOLUTIONS

Address challenging fear, anxiety, aggressive behaviors, nuisance behaviors such as scratching and countersurfing as well as preparing for an upcoming event like moving or having a baby.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION

FOUNDATION BEHAVIORS

Teach your pet useful behaviors to make everyday life with you easier focusing on basic communication and training principles.

SCHEDULE CONSULTATION

At any time during our services, Pawsitive DiMensions may refer your pet to your regular veterinarian and/or a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behavior to determine if there are any physiological components contributing to your pet’s behavior. Any attempt to modify behavior with an untreated medical issue will prove frustrating and unsuccessful, as well as cause the medical condition to worsen. Working together as a team will allow for the best care and successful behavior improvement for your pet.

“Approach training as a conversation you have with your pet.”

– Gayle DiMenna

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