Specialized Behavior Solutions for Complex Dogs
New client? Fill out the Behavior History Form and sign the Client Waiver and Release before your consultation.
About Sam
Hi, I’m Sam Short. As a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and KPA CTP, I specialize in the behaviors that feel overwhelming.If you are dealing with severe aggression, reactivity, or complex anxiety, standard obedience training often isn't enough. I take a 'forensic' approach to behavior modification—looking deep into the why behind your dog's actions to separate environmental triggers from behavioral responses. I have extensive experience helping families navigate difficult transitions, especially with shelter rescues. My goal is to provide safe, science-based solutions to bring peace back to your home.
What I Help With
I focus exclusively on complex behavioral challenges that standard dog training is not equipped to resolve. My core areas of expertise include:* Aggression & Bite Histories: Dog-to-human, dog-to-dog, and resource guarding.* Severe Fear & Anxiety: Generalized panic, phobias, and separation/home-alone distress.* Reactivity: Lunging, barking, and big reactions on the leash or behind barriers.* Multi-Dog Household Conflict: Managing and resolving tension or fights between dogs living under the same roof.* Shelter-to-Home Transitions: Decompression and behavioral troubleshooting for newly adopted rescue dogs.
Services & Pricing
New client? Fill out the Behavior History Form and sign the Client Waiver and Release before your consultation.