Canine Behavior Solutions, LLC
Service area: Serving Southbury, CT and nearby towns including Newtown, Oxford, Middlebury, Woodbury, Roxbury, Seymour, Watertown, Waterbury, Monroe, Beacon Falls, Naugatuck, Prospect, Bridgewater, Brookfield, and Danbury.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- puppy
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Programs include the Rock Star Puppy Program for early behavior prevention, Initial Consultation for assessment and immediate advice, and all-inclusive in-home training packages for issues like leash pulling, aggression, anxiety, and biting. Boot camps are intensive, all-inclusive programs offered on a limited basis with lifetime support included. Each program includes private in-home sessions, between-session support, and access to a client-only Facebook group with video library and 48-hour response time.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Training is offered as fixed, all-inclusive programs rather than hourly rates, allowing clients to know exactly how much to budget. Programs include all lessons, supplies, and lifetime support at no additional cost. Boot camps are available on a limited basis with comprehensive pricing.
Policies
Programs include lifetime free support for the duration of the dog’s life. No additional fees are charged for follow-up help. Boot camps are offered on a limited basis and require direct contact to determine suitability.
Testimonials
“Prior to working with Konnie, I could not walk my Pit Bull/Shar Pei mix down the street without him dragging me the entire time… I have a completely new relationship with my dog.”
– Chris O’Neill
“Konnie is truly knowledgeable in dog behavior, problems and solutions. Her personality makes training easy and enjoyable!”
– Robert Hickson
“After four sessions, I felt more confident handling my 5 month old standard poodle puppy. If you want an effective and compassionate dog trainer, hire Konnie!”
– Janice Yorke
About the Trainer
Canine Behavior Solutions, LLC is a professional dog training business led by Konnie Hein, a certified trainer with over 20 years of experience. She offers personalized, in-home training programs for basic obedience, manners, and behavior problems, including puppy training, leash pulling, reactivity, biting, separation anxiety, and resource guarding. Her methods are veterinarian-recommended and focus on bringing out the best in each dog without changing their personality. She provides lifetime free support after every program, ensuring long-term success. Konnie specializes in working with all breeds and sizes, from puppies to senior dogs, and has trained search and rescue dogs used in FEMA deployments. She also offers intensive boot camp programs on a limited basis and maintains a client-only Facebook group for ongoing support.
Clients receive one-on-one coaching in their own homes, where behavior issues occur, eliminating the need to send dogs away. Training programs are all-inclusive with supplies, lessons, and continuous support, priced as fixed packages rather than hourly rates to ensure transparency and cost-effectiveness.
Konnie is recognized by other trainers as an expert, has been featured in Greenwich Magazine and on Pet Talk, and has presented at the PennVet Working Dog Conference. Her background includes competing in French Ringsport and developing globally used training techniques for disaster search dogs.
Accomplishments
Konnie Hein has over 20 years of professional dog training experience, trained hundreds of dogs, and developed a specialized training method for disaster search dogs used worldwide. She is a FEMA-certified disaster search dog handler, has competed in French Ringsport, presented at the PennVet Working Dog Conference, been featured in Greenwich Magazine, and appeared multiple times on Lauren Collier’s “Pet Talk” show.
How to Get Started!
Begin with a free initial consultation to assess your dog’s behavior and receive immediate practical advice. After the consultation, clients can choose a tailored training program such as the Rock Star Puppy Program or an in-home behavior modification package. Contact via the online form to schedule.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
9am-6pm
Certifications
- IACP-CDT
Associations
- IACP
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
413 Sanford Rd, Southbury, CT 06488Listing Tools for Trainers
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