Pet Behavior Help

Group classes include Puppy Socialization (9–16 weeks), Senior Puppy (4–8 months), Pet Obedience (8+ months), Advanced Pet Obedience, Intro to Rally, Leash Walking/Recall, and Intro Parkour. Classes meet weekly for 6 weeks, with make-up sessions offered if canceled due to weather. Behavioral counseling is offered via private sessions focused on anxiety, reactivity, and aggression, using behavior modification techniques. Nosework and agility training are available as skill-based programs with separate schedules. Rolling enrollment is available for puppy socialization.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $185 for a 6-week session (55 minutes/week). Sliding scale pricing, rescue discounts, continuation discounts, and multi-class discounts are available. Private lessons and behavioral counseling are offered separately with pricing available upon scheduling. No upfront package pricing is listed, but discounts are applied at enrollment.

Policies

Classes are canceled only due to extreme weather, with make-up sessions added to extend the program beyond 6 weeks if needed. Enrollment requires acceptance of PBH’s policies, which include no refunds, but allow enrollment up to week 2 of a class. Parking and facility rules are strictly enforced, including a 3 MPH speed limit and designated parking areas. Handicapped parking requires advance notice.

Pet Behavior Help (PBH) is a dog training business based in Chapel Hill, NC, dedicated to helping dog owners build harmonious relationships with their pets using respectful, reward-based methods. They offer a wide range of services including group obedience classes, puppy socialization, agility, rally obedience, nosework, and specialized behavioral counseling for anxiety, aggression, and reactivity. PBH emphasizes understanding the dog’s emotional state and teaching owners how to create positive, lasting change through relationship-building techniques rather than force or punishment. Their facility features a safe, fenced training field and barn, and they provide in-home training sessions for personalized support. The team, led by owner Val, is known for compassionate, client-centered instruction that helps dogs and owners alike thrive.

PBH caters to all dog ages—from puppies to seniors—and addresses common issues like leash reactivity, separation anxiety, fearfulness, and resource guarding. They offer rolling enrollment for puppy classes and flexible scheduling across weekdays and weekends, with morning, afternoon, and evening options. Their programs are designed to be accessible through sliding scale pricing, rescue discounts, and multi-class discounts, making professional training available to a broad range of owners.

Clients consistently praise PBH for transforming their dogs’ behavior and deepening their bond, with many noting dramatic improvements in anxiety, aggression, and overall confidence. The business is COVID-compliant and prioritizes safety, with clear facility policies and a 3 MPH speed limit on-site to protect dogs and people.

Accomplishments

Owner Val is highly regarded by clients for transforming dogs with severe anxiety and aggression. Multiple testimonials highlight her expertise in behavioral rehabilitation and her ability to build strong owner-dog relationships. PBH is recommended by veterinarians and consistently receives glowing reviews for results-driven, compassionate training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can enroll online via the enrollment page or schedule a free initial consultation for behavioral counseling. Group classes require selecting a class date and registering through the DogBizPro system. In-home training and private sessions are arranged by scheduling directly through the appointment link provided on the website.