NORTH FLORIDA K9 BEHAVIOR CENTER

Programs begin with a 1.5–2 hour in-home evaluation to identify root causes of behavior issues. A personalized treatment plan is created, followed by customized training sessions (1–3 hours each) delivered in the client’s home or via Zoom. Packages are structured for ongoing progress, with follow-ups focused on behavior modification, owner education, and long-term maintenance. No fixed group classes or board-and-train programs are offered.

Pricing Summary

Initial in-home consultation starts at $195 (1.5–2 hours). Custom training packages range from $270 to $570, rolling the consultation fee into multiple sessions. One-hour Zoom/phone consultations are $100. Certified aggression and separation anxiety programs start at $295. All services are in-home or virtual; no group classes offered.

NORTH FLORIDA K9 BEHAVIOR CENTER is a dog training and behavior modification service based in Gainesville, Florida, offering compassionate, positive-only, force-free methods to help dog owners solve behavioral issues. The trainer focuses on building trust and making learning fun for dogs by using rewards like treats, toys, and play. Services include in-home consultations, Zoom/phone evaluations, and customized training packages tailored to issues like reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety, leash pulling, barking, fearfulness, and resource guarding. The trainer emphasizes modern, science-based approaches, rejecting outdated dominance-based methods. All training is conducted in the client’s home or remotely via video, ensuring personalized, real-world application.

The business specializes in severe behavioral cases, including dog-dog and dog-human aggression and separation anxiety, with certified expertise in both areas. The trainer has helped numerous clients with challenging cases, including reactive, fearful, and aggressive dogs, often achieving lasting results with consistent follow-up. They also provide educational resources, case studies, and support for pet families, reinforcing the belief that dogs are integral members of the human family.

Additional services include dog-friendly business referrals, shelter/rescue partnerships, and free behavioral tips on mental stimulation, body language, and aggression recognition. The trainer is available for in-home visits, virtual sessions, and works with dogs of all ages and sizes across Gainesville and surrounding areas.

Accomplishments

Certified in Canine Aggression Training and Canine Separation Anxiety Training. Has successfully treated severe cases including intra-pack aggression and extreme separation anxiety over multiple years, with documented long-term success in cases lasting up to seven years. Provides case studies and testimonials from clients with complex behavioral challenges.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with booking an initial consultation via the online intake form. The consultation includes a 1.5–2 hour in-home assessment or a 1-hour Zoom/phone call, during which the trainer gathers history, observes behavior, sets goals, and creates a customized treatment plan.