Behavior Modification Training

Are you embarrassed and frustrated when you take your dog for a walk?

Are you concerned that your dog is exhibiting fear or stress on a regular basis?

Living with a dog who is demonstrating fear, anxiety, or aggression can feel overwhelming, especially in a bustling city like New York!

We’re here to help!

After Behavior Modification training, you and your dog will be feeling less stressed, more relaxed, and confident to tackle the city together.

Through innovative management and training techniques, we will teach you how to tackle challenging behavior issues.

Topics Behavior Modification Training Covers:

  • Reactivity to dogs

  • Reactivity to noises

  • Urban-anxiety

  • Resource guarding

  • Fear of strangers

  • Grooming and vet-related issues

This is not an exhaustive list! If you’re not quite sure where your pup falls among these examples we will be able to guide you after receiving your Behavior Modification Inquiry form.

As an Associate Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, your pet insurance provider may cover the cost of behavior modification training with Maddie Messina!

What You Get Out of Training

Training tailored to your dog. We treat every dog like the individual they are.

Written notes with resources and materials. You won’t ever have to worry about forgetting what we discussed.

Access to your trainer for questions and check-ins. The guidance and feedback you need!

Plans and Pricing

Option 1: Three-pack Training Lessons

Includes:

  • Three 1-hour training sessions

  • Training plans, skill walk-throughs, videos, and references

  • Continuing training available at $185 per hour

Packages expire after 3 months to ensure consistency and maximize training success

Price: $570

Option 2: Behavior Modification Single Consultation

  • One training session

  • Training plans, skill walk-throughs, videos, and references

  • Continuing training available at $185 per hour

Price: $280

* In-person training sessions are available in Manhattan below 96th street and Williamsburg. See our contact page for more details. If you live outside of these areas, please do not hesitate to reach out to us as Virtual Training may be a great fit!

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we encourage clients to book a package to start?

  • We want you to get the most out of the training experience and we have a wealth of information we want to impart to you!

  • For dogs with behavior problems, we will take a detailed account of things like their history, daily schedule, their health, and their previous training experience.

  • Encouraging new clients to purchase a package from the beginning ensures that we are able to provide you with continued assistance and progress toward your training goals. 

What if we want to book more sessions?

  • You’re already thinking ahead and we love it! Most of our clients who have dogs undergoing behavior modification will need to book several sessions in order to address their dogs’ behavioral challenges.

  • Follow-Ups can be purchased ad hoc for $175.

Will you train my dog for me?

  • Yes! That’s why we created our Homeschool packages for clients in Manhattan.

  • During Homeschool sessions, a trainer comes to your home and trains your dog for you. What’s not to love about that?!

  • Not all dogs are going to be a good fit for Homeschool sessions. Your trainer will discuss the option with you and guide you toward the best training plan for your dog.