Does Your Dog Have A Behavior Issue?
If so, you are not alone! It is very common these days for dog owners to have a family dog that has behavior issues. It is the main focus of my business. Many of the issues I work with on a daily basis include, but are not limited to:
- Aggression towards humans and/or other animals
- Aggression directed towards the owner(s)
- Stranger directed aggression
- Reactive behavior
- Resource Guarding (Protective/possessive behavior)
- Impulse Control Related Issues
- Biting
- Dog to Dog Aggression
- Fearful behavior towards noises or changes in the environment
- Fear towards people
- Anxiety
- Leash Reactivity
- Reactive, fearful or anxious behavior towards a baby or child
- Hyper-vigilant behavior
- Compulsive behavior
- Excessive attention-seeking
- I am also hired by many clients to help them determine if their dog is safe for them, their household and the public and what the prognosis or future might look like long-term.
You might find that your dog or dogs might be dealing with one or more of these behavior issues.
Certified Dog Trainer, Behavior Consultant or Behaviorist
You might be looking for help, but you’re not sure who to contact for your situation, right? Are you looking for a dog trainer, behavior consultant, behaviorist or a vet? Do you just need a behavior modification or rehabilitation plan or does your dog need medication to help address these concerns? All valid questions!
In the United States there are actually no regulations on the dog training and behavior industry. This means anyone can call themselves a certified dog trainer, behaviorist, behavior consultant, behavior specialist or aggression specialist etc. What I will say on this is at the end of the day you need to choose someone you are comfortable with. There are organizations that certify dog trainers and behavior professionals, but that doesn’t mean that those individuals are competent. To learn more about how to find a dog trainer and behavior professional and to learn about the different training methods, click here to read my blog on Do I Need to Hire a Dog Training Professional with Credentials?
Certified Help Is Here!
Meet Anthony De Marinis
There is nothing I enjoy more than helping dogs and their people build strong relationships. I find it to be an incredible experience to be a part of a dog’s life. My practice covers a wide range of training and behavioral needs, regardless of the dog’s age and breed. Whether you need help with a new puppy or are looking for assistance with a behavioral issue, I can provide you with practical guidance and solutions that best fit you and your dog’s needs. I like the challenge of creating a plan that provides each dog and their people with helpful solutions to assist them in reaching their goals.
My Approach
I embrace this approach to dog training and behavior modification because, more than anything else, we need to be our dog’s teacher and guide in life to help them become successful. Whether training or modifying behavior, our goal should be to teach, manage, and guide our dogs so that we can prevent and/or resolve issues.
Training and living with your dog should be an enjoyable experience that forges a strong relationship between the both of you. My methods are always fair to both the dog and their people.
Anthony’s Services:
If you are looking for a dog trainer and behavior consultant and live near me on Long Island, please feel free to contact us! If you don’t live on Long Island, but you want help from us, we also provide virtual dog training and behavior modification services.
What About Behavior Medication?
If you feel your dog needs internal help with behavior or anxiety medications you should seek out help from a qualified veterinarian. Specifically, you could seek the help of a board certified veterinary behaviorist which is a veterinarian who specializes in working with animal behavior issues that typically require medical interventions. To seek out a board certified veterinary behaviorist take a look at these two organizations to find a qualified professional in your area:
The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB)
American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (DACVB)
How should you prepare for your behavior consultation appointment? Click here to learn more!
