Behavior Evaluation and Treatment Planning Services for the Following:

• Severe canine aggression
• Anxiety disorders
• Post-trauma distress
• Compulsive disorders
• Pica (Ingestion of non-food item)
• Noise phobias
• Fear – hoarding/neglect cases
• Neurological-based behaviors
• Dogs with disabilities – blind, deaf
• Arousal/impulsivity issues
• Adoption of a new pet
• Multi-pet harmonization
• Training around livestock
• Professional canine training
• Exposure of pet dog to new baby
• Teaching children to train
• My Other Home Care Program

It is best to conduct an initial behavior evaluation in the home. Dogs often present differently when exposed to the many distractions in the community. More baseline behaviors will be assessed while the dog is in the home. 

The fee for an in-home behavior assessment is $650* and includes: (modified, if warranted)

• Initial two-hour behavior assessment
• History/lifestyle assessment
• Temperament screening
• Observation study (indoor/outdoor) along with varying layers of people or dog interactions
• Play style
• Body language analysis 
• Written Plan of Care (behavior modification program) developed and individualized for you and your dog
• Training, during the initial assessment, that you may need to follow the Plan of Care
• Follow-up in-home session (approximately 1 hour) within two weeks of the initial evaluation. This session continues to address/fine tune/train any behaviors needed to enhance better outcomes
• Three months of follow-up by phone or email for continued case management
• *There is a $75/hour travel fee. I go all over the state of Colorado and surrounding states. I am in Loveland, Colorado. Although the second session is included in the initial in-home behavior assessment fee, the travel fee is not included for the second session. Out-of-town assessments may have a remote lesson for the second session.

I am an advocate for dogs. I will let you know exactly what you can expect from your dog and assist with problem solving and decision making.

I have been working professionally with dogs for three decades. My references are excellent. Completing a degree as a veterinary nurse allows for an understanding of canine behavioral problems that can have a medical basis. When I am not working as a dog behaviorist, I am a board-certified advanced practice psychiatric clinical nurse specialist for people. This background provides an opportunity for excellent communication skills with others, as well as familiarity with the use of behavioral medications. Note: I am not a veterinarian and cannot prescribe medication, if needed, for your dog. I can partner with you and your veterinarian for monitoring any medication your dog may need.