Resolve behavior issues using kind, science-based methods. Alana Stevenson provides dog behavior consults and dog training help to address canine behavior problems, including fear, reactivity, and aggression. Sessions virtually or in-person.
DOG BEHAVIOR | DOG TRAINING
Professional help for litter box issues, biting, scratching, aggression, multi-cat conflict, and feline behavior problems. Services virtually or in-person. CAT BEHAVIOR | CAT & KITTEN TRAINING
Work with Alana from anywhere. Virtual dog training help and cat behavior consults provided by Alana Stevenson. Humane, science-based methods.
CAT CONSULTS | DOG CONSULTS | INTERNATIONAL
Online instruction and tutorials to learn about dog and cat behavior.
» Cat Behavior & Handling
Learn how cats behave and communicate. Handle cats gently with minimal restraint.
» Dog Behavior & Training
Learn how to approach and interact with dogs and understand their body language.
» Dog Training Videos
Work with fearful and reactive dogs on-leash. Learn gentle leash-handling techniques.
Alana Stevenson is certified in small animal massage therapy. She teaches clients how to massage their dogs using professional canine massage techniques—offered locally in the Burlington, Vermont area.
DOG MASSAGE THERAPY
“Training Your Dog the Humane Way is a landmark book.”
—Marc Bekoff, PhD, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals
» TRAINING YOUR DOG THE HUMANE WAY
Certified in Low Stress Handling
Elite Fear Free Certified
Cat Friendly Practice Advisory Council
Member, American Association of Feline Practitioners
» PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Training for Shelter Staff & Animal Professionals
Alana provides professional training and behavioral instruction for shelter staff, rescue volunteers, and other animal professionals. Her evidence-based, low-stress techniques reduce bite incidents, prevent injuries, and create safer environments for animals and people.
Training includes:
- Low-stress cat handling and restraint
- Preventing and managing kennel aggression
- Safe handling of fearful and reactive dogs
- Calming anxious and aggressive cats
- Documenting and describing behavior problems
- Discussing behavior concerns with team members
Client Success Stories
Hear from clients who’ve worked with Alana Stevenson to resolve training and behavior problems with their dogs and cats. Watch their stories and read testimonials.
Sam, rescued from China’s meat trade, and his fear aggression to people.
Murphy’s leash reactivity and fear aggression to strangers.
Lily & Max
“We haven’t seen any cord chewing at all.”
While we were gone we gave them free reign of the house and had no chewing of plants or cords…Thanks so much for your consultation.”
~ Michele & Rob Naugler, Lily & Max
Milton Police Department
The Milton Police Department and our Animal Control Unit have benefited from the specialized behavioral services of Alana Stevenson…Alana Stevenson’s skills have allowed dogs that might have been euthanized to lead safe and productive lives. I recommend Alana’s expertise for working with aggressive and troubled dogs.
~ Richard G. Wells, Jr., Chief of Police, Milton Police Department