Serving Kitsap and Pierce Counties from our Gig Harbor Studio + Virtual Training & Consults Worldwide!

Behavior Consulting
& Intervention

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Who This Is For

Behavior consulting at Sound Dog Connection is ideal for dogs and guardians who want real understanding and meaningful change. It’s especially appropriate if your dog shows:

  • Fear or anxiety in everyday situations
  • Reactivity toward people, dogs, or novel environments
  • Resource guarding or conflict around valued items
  • Stress-related behaviors that interfere with daily life
  • Unclear communication or handler frustration

It’s also invaluable if you simply want a deeper understanding of your dog’s emotional world and practical support in everyday life.

What Behavior Consulting Involves

Our approach is rooted in modern behavioral science and ethical, force-free methods that prioritize welfare and understanding.

Professional Assessment

We begin with an in-depth evaluation of your dog’s behavior history, current patterns, learning history, and environmental triggers.

Customized Behavior Plan

Using applied behavior analysis and modern learning theory, we design a behavior protocol tailored to your dog and family. This includes specific tools, exercises, and environmental changes to support success.

Ongoing Coaching & Support

Behavior change is a process — not a one-time fix. You’ll receive guided coaching, adjustments based on progress, and support as questions arise.

Behavior Packages & Pricing

Before signing up for a session, please schedule a complimentary 15 minute chat to discuss a plan.

Schedule Chat

Schedule a follow-up, ONLY after you have had an initial session.

Initial Session

75 minutes
$ 235 Private sessions at the studio to teach “good dog manners” and prevent problem behaviors​
  • Loose leash walking • Recall behavior • Polite greetings • Socialization • All things puppy • Dog to dog reactivity • Fearful behaviors • Aggressive behaviors to humans or other dogs • Inter-dog issues • w/in the house • Identifying and meeting the needs of senior dogs • Separation anxiety
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All packages are non-refundable and good for 6 months.

Follow-up Session

1-hr session
$ 199 For those that have completed the initial session*
  • Canine Confidence: Helping dogs with fear and anxiety. Is your dog nervous meeting new people or going to new places, nervous at the veterinarian?
  • Peace & Love: Does your dog bark, lunge, stare at other dogs while on a walk? Growling at people in your home?
  • Power of Positive or POP: build your own package of fun & useful life skills for your dog.
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* Requires an initial session, at the end of the initial session we can decide on which package is best or go session by session.

Follow-up Package

Four 1-hr sessions*
$ 740 For those that have completed the initial session
  • Canine Confidence: Helping dogs with fear and anxiety. Is your dog nervous meeting new people or going to new places, nervous at the veterinarian?
  • Peace & Love: Does your dog bark, lunge, stare at other dogs while on a walk? Growling at people in your home?
  • Power of Positive or POP: build your own package of fun & useful life skills for your dog.
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* Each package requires an initial session, at the end of the initial session we can decide on which package is best or go session by session.

All packages are non-refundable and good for 6 months.

See K9 Nose Work® page for more services and packages.

Puppy Packages

Four 1-hr sessions
$ 700
  • For pups under 9 months. Sessions are scheduled at your convenience.
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All packages are non-refundable and good for 6 months.

Zoom Sessions

1-hr session
$ 175 Follow-up sessions: $150
  • Now offering Zoom sessions for all types of training and behavior issues, including K9 Nose Work®.
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Also offering Cat Behavior sessions

Science-Based, Humane, Effective

All of our services draw from current research and best practices in canine behavior and learning. Whether you’re dealing with leash reactivity, anxiety, resource guarding, or just want a stronger partnership with your dog, we focus on teaching skills that last and fit real-world life.

Outcomes You Can Expect:

Increased confidence and predictability in dogs

Reduced fear and reactivity

Better handler awareness of dog communication

Tools to navigate real-world situations

Stronger, clearer partnerships with their dogs

Ready to explore what’s right for you?

Begin with a complimentary Phone Chat to help us understand your goals and determine the best next steps.

Schedule Chat

Schedule a 15 Minute Phone Chat