Dog & Cat Behavior Services

Professional dog and cat behavior help. Live video consultations.
Positive dog training. Clear guidance with no harsh methods.
Jack Russell mix sitting next to calico kitten for Alana Stevenson's dog and cat behavior and dog training services

Alana Stevenson resolves dog and cat behavior problems using science-based, positive techniques. She provides behavior consultations online through live video and in-person in select locations.

Alana has over 20 years of professional experience in dog training and cat behavior modification. With a practice formerly based in Boston and New York, she now works with clients across the U.S., Canada, and internationally.

Alana’s clients come from numerous countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Turkey, Hungary, Dubai, the UAE, Jordan, Morocco, and Malawi.

She is passionate about providing expert dog and cat behavior support in areas where humane, qualified animal behavior professionals and dog trainers are limited.

Online Dog & Cat Behavior Consults

Alana’s live video dog training and cat behavior consultations offer the same expertise and professional guidance as her in-person consults. Alana helps you understand why behavior problems occur and provides you with effective, humane solutions and behavior modification strategies to resolve behavior and training challenges. Virtual dog training sessions equip dog owners with the knowledge to effectively implement dog training exercises at home.

Alana’s live video dog and cat behavior consults provide you with reliable, humane, and qualified behavioral expertise—regardless of your location. For more on virtual dog and cat behavior help, see Online Dog & Cat Behavior Consults.

It’s better to use effective, humane methods imperfectly than to apply outdated or punitive techniques with precision. Harmful methods applied skillfully are still harmful. The right approach to behavior modification for your dog or cat matters more than perfect execution—and prevents behavioral damage.

rescued pit bull Phoebe Mae lying next to Dory the duck for Alana Stevenson's positive dog training methods

Positive Training Methods

Alana uses science-based, humane methods that prioritize your dog’s and cat’s emotional well-being. She does not use leash corrections or aversive training equipment such as shock, choke chains, or prong or “pinch” collars. To learn more about her training approaches, see Dog & Cat Behavior Training FAQs.

Jack Russell mix and kitten courtesy of Erik Lam.
“Phoebe Mae” (rescue dog) with Dory the duck © Mary Alice Alnutt
To schedule a dog or cat behavior consult or dog training, call 617.921.1224 or

Client Testimonials

Meg, Bill, Izzie, Syd & Raphie
Helping a dog and two cats happily coexist after combining homes

Jill, Dave, Boot & Harvey
Calming an excitable rescue dog and harmony with the resident cat