Dog Behavior Consults: In-Person & Online
Help for canine behavior problems
Alana Stevenson provides consultations for dog behavior and training problems such as excessive jumping, hyperactivity, barking, leash-grabbing, fear-based aggression, and inter-dog conflict. She uses humane techniques based in science and how dogs learn. She does not use leash-corrections or aversives.
Behavior consultations are 2-4 hours. Clients fill out a canine behavior questionnaire. For virtual consultations, video clips of the dog’s environment and any problem behaviors are required for a more thorough assessment.
Dog Behavior Problems
- Leash reactivity
- Fear of strangers
- Aggression toward people
- Aggression toward visitors and guests
- Separation anxiety
- Resource guarding food, objects, or people
- Excessive barking, including barking for attention
- Play-biting, mouthing, and rough play
- Fighting between dogs or inter-dog aggression
- Managing multiple dogs
- Introducing dogs
- Introducing dogs to cats and other animals
- Managing dogs and children
- Acclimating dogs to babies
- Rehabilitating dogs with PTSD
- Retraining dogs after correction, fear-based methods
- Fear of touch and handling
- Socializing fearful dogs (and dogs from puppy mills)
- Sound sensitivity and noise phobias
- Car sickness and anxiety
- Obsessive-compulsive behavior (e.g., chasing lights or shadows)
- Herding people and nipping at feet or ankles
- Jumping on people
- Housetraining
- High prey drive or prey aggression
- Chasing wildlife
Dog Behavior Consults Online
Online dog behavior consults and dog training are conducted via FaceTime, Zoom, or Google Meet. Other platforms may be used. Clients complete a Canine Behavior Questionnaire and video clips are also requested. Follow-up consults are available and scheduled as needed.
Client Testimonials
Sharlene, Greg, Patches & Lady
Reactive Yorkies
Alicia & Jinni
Leash pulling and managing prey drive in a rescued Pit Bull
Vesper & Kingston
“We needed Alana to help our dogs get along (Kingston was terrified of boisterous Vesper; Vesper wanted to take every opportunity to show that she dominated). Alana’s deep knowledge of dog behavior and her gentle and loving approach to help them worked wonders!” ~ Jane McCarthy, Kingston & Vesper, Lexington
Jack
“Alana came in and observed Jack with the entire family—myself, my wife, her mom and Ember. She was able to help us immensely by outlining an approach and plan that helped ensure my mother in law’s safety even as her disease progressed while keeping Jack reassured. It worked wonderfully, and we are forever grateful.” ~ John & Kathi Bourke, Jack & Ember, Massachusetts