Every Dog Behavior and Training

Every Dog offers group classes covering puppies, obedience, fearful dogs, and agility. They also provide private training for personalized help with certified professionals. Puppy training is available for dogs up to 6 months old, including classes, private sessions, and day school. Key programs include a free monthly Webinar Speaker Series featuring national and international experts, Shelter Dog Classes for local animal shelters focusing on confidence and manners, and Financial Assistance for Veterinary Behavior Support. They also offer Mentorship opportunities for aspiring trainers and support Continuing Education for their team.

Pricing Summary

Every Dog offers financial assistance on all training services, with typical discounts ranging from 20% to 50% off. For example, a $150 session might cost $75-$120 with assistance. They do not offer sponsorships or free services, but will work with clients who need more help to find an affordable solution. Payment plans are generally not offered. Clients are encouraged to use the honor system when selecting their financial aid level to ensure resources are available for those most in need.

Policies

Every Dog does not guarantee to “fix” a dog in one lesson, stating that every dog and situation is different, and they work responsibly without promising quick timelines. Financial assistance codes must be applied at the time of payment and cannot be used retroactively. Payment plans are generally not offered due to system limitations.

Every Dog Behavior and Training is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing inclusive and accessible dog training and behavior resources to the Austin community. They believe that everyone should have access to professional, ethical dog training and behavior support.

They offer a variety of services, including group classes for puppies, obedience, fearful dogs, and agility, as well as private training for personalized help. Their programs also include puppy training, adult manners, and specialty classes.

All trainers at Every Dog use positive reinforcement methods, explicitly avoiding shock collars, prong collars, and choke collars. Their trainers are certified or working toward certification with nationally-recognized credentials, and the team of trainers and behavior consultants works collaboratively to support clients.

A unique advantage is their commitment to accessibility, offering financial assistance on all training services to ensure cost is not a barrier. They also serve as a hub for dog training and behavior information, providing science-based, ethical resources and referrals.

Beyond direct training, Every Dog hosts a free monthly Webinar Speaker Series, highlighting underrepresented voices in dog behavior, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) trainers. They also run shelter dog classes for local animal shelters, provide financial assistance for veterinary behaviorist consultations, and offer mentorship opportunities for aspiring trainers, covering certification costs and continuing education. If Every Dog is not the right fit, they happily provide a referral list to other trainers.

Accomplishments

Every Dog Behavior and Training was founded as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, receiving its designation in late 2020. Their trainers are certified or working toward certification with nationally-recognized credentials.

Founders Miranda Hitchcock holds an MS in Applied Animal Behavior and is a CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, and Fear Free Certified. She previously served as Shelter Operations Manager for Austin Animal Center. Michele Mendoza is a CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, and Fear Free Certified, having started her own training facility in 2010 and trained thousands of dogs before working on the Behavior Team at Austin Animal Center.

The organization hosts a free monthly Webinar Speaker Series featuring nationally and internationally known experts, including a dedicated BIPOC Speaker Series to highlight underrepresented voices in dog behavior.

How to Get Started!

Clients unsure of the right training option can join a Virtual Orientation. Specific recommendations are provided based on dog age and needs: puppy training for dogs under 6 months, manners classes for dogs 6 months and older needing basic help, specialty classes for fun activities, and behavior consulting for issues like fear, reactivity, aggression, or anxiety. To request financial assistance, clients fill out a short online form, receive an automated email with codes, and then apply the appropriate code when booking services.