In Relation With Dogs – Behavior and Training Solutions

In Relation With Dogs provides customized private training programs for puppies and adult dogs, utilizing positive reinforcement and science-supported methods. Training sessions can be conducted in the client’s home, in public locations, or virtually via Zoom or Skype, offering flexibility and convenience.

Key programs include “Puppy Einstein – Right Start Training” for new puppies, focusing on understanding puppy behavior, teaching basic manners (come, sit, down, stay, loose leash walking), calm greetings, self-calming skills, and addressing common issues like mouthing, jumping, and potty training. “Obedience & Beyond: Private In-Home” helps dogs learn basic to advanced obedience skills, emphasizing self-control and responsiveness.

Specialized training is offered for “Cooperative Care Training (For Grooming & Veterinary Care)” to help dogs become calm and willing participants during grooming and vet procedures. An intensive “Separation Anxiety – Isolation Distress” program is available, primarily conducted remotely via Zoom, to help dogs overcome panic when left alone. Private consultations address a wide range of behavior concerns such as aggression, reactivity, fear, anxiety, and general manners.

Pricing Summary

In Relation With Dogs offers various pricing structures depending on the service and package. Initial consultations for private training or virtual training are $125 for the first hour, with an additional $25 charged for each quarter-hour increment thereafter, as initial consultations can run 1-2 hours. Follow-up sessions are generally $100 per hour.

Packages are available for several programs at $380 for 4 hours, including Cooperative Care Training, Puppy Einstein – Right Start Training, and Obedience & Beyond: Private In-Home. Obedience & Beyond also offers a 6-hour package for $570. The intensive Four-Week Separation Anxiety program is priced at $750, which includes an initial assessment, daily exercises, and weekly live reassessments. A separate 2-hour consultation for Separation Anxiety is available for $225.

Policies

Ongoing follow-up support is provided at no extra charge via phone, text, or email as clients progress through their customized training programs and beyond.

In Relation With Dogs – Behavior and Training Solutions is led by Linda Brodzik, a professional dog trainer with over 35 years of experience. She is passionate about dog behavior, how dogs learn, and how to effectively teach both dogs and their owners. Linda’s philosophy centers on building strong, cooperative relationships between dogs and their people through trust and effective communication.

She exclusively uses positive reinforcement and reward-based training methods, which are scientifically proven, dog-friendly, and effective. Linda explicitly states that she does not use pain, force, shock, choke, startle, fear, intimidation, or any other aversive methods, as these can cause fear, distrust, anxiety, and aggression. Her approach focuses on building upon the dog’s ability to succeed and strengthening the bond.

Linda is a Certified Family Dog Mediator, which means she addresses behavior concerns from a multi-level perspective, considering learning history, environment, genetics, and the dog’s overall health and emotional state. For much of her career, she worked in veterinary facilities, collaborating with veterinarians to resolve complex behavior issues, which deepened her understanding of the human-animal bond. She continually updates her knowledge by attending classes, clinics, webinars, and workshops to provide the best support in companion dog training.

Accomplishments

Linda Brodzik has over 35 years of experience as a professional dog trainer. Her extensive education in dog behavior began in high school, and she furthered her studies through the LifeLearn Program at the Ontario Veterinary College, University at Guelph, Ontario, Canada. She has had the opportunity to study with many of the world’s leading dog and animal trainers, animal behaviorists, veterinarians, and veterinary behaviorists across the US, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Linda holds several certifications, including Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT), E.G.S. Certified Family Dog Mediator, Master Aggression Rehabilitation, and LLA – Applied Behavior Analysis Puppy Einstein – Right Start Instructor. She maintains her expertise by regularly attending classes, clinics, webinars, and workshops to stay current with the latest scientific knowledge in behavior and training. For most of her career, she practiced in veterinary facilities, working closely with veterinary staff to resolve complex behavior issues.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can register for services via the provided contact link. The process typically begins with an initial consultation, which can last between 1 to 2 hours depending on the complexity of the dog’s behavior concerns. For virtual training, the trainer will help clients determine if online training is suitable for their needs and assist them with setting up the necessary technology, such as a computer with a webcam and internet connection for Skype or Zoom sessions.