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Each program begins with a detailed behavioral evaluation via phone, video, or in-person, followed by a customized plan involving owner education, environmental management, and positive reinforcement techniques. Follow-up sessions are scheduled as needed, with options for ongoing support, home visits, and teleconference check-ins. Programs are tailored to resolve specific issues like aggression, anxiety, or house soiling, with close collaboration with the owner’s veterinarian.

Pricing Summary

Fees are individualized based on the complexity of the case and are not set; a phone consultation is required to determine cost. No fixed packages are listed, and pricing is determined after an initial assessment.

Policies

No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website. Clients are advised to call directly to discuss case details, fees, and scheduling.

Nancy Williams is an Associate Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (ACAAB) and Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) who specializes in behavior modification for dogs and cats with aggression, anxiety, fear, and other complex issues. She uses scientifically backed, humane methods focused on reducing stress and avoiding aversive tools, emphasizing collaboration with veterinarians to address both behavioral and medical causes of problems. Nancy has extensive experience rehabilitating dogs from high-profile cases, including the Michael Vick pit bulls, and has developed novel techniques based on physiological research like heart rate monitoring during training. She offers in-person, in-home, and teleconference consultations, and her approach is tailored to each dog’s unique needs, whether they are puppies, seniors, rescues, or dogs with severe reactivity. Nancy also educates owners on the dangers of popular but harmful training methods promoted online and teaches effective, positive alternatives.

She provides behavior consultations for issues like separation anxiety, leash reactivity, biting, fear of people or vets, house soiling, and inter-dog aggression. Her facility in Manchester, MD, serves as a base for evaluations, but she also travels for in-home visits and offers video consultations nationwide. Nancy’s unique combination of veterinary nursing expertise and advanced animal behavior credentials allows her to identify underlying medical conditions that mimic behavioral problems, such as UTIs or Cushing’s disease, which other trainers may miss.

She also designs and sells gentle training equipment like the Snoot Loop Head Collar and offers educational resources, including videos and publications, to support long-term success. Nancy is a certified Fear-Free instructor and actively contributes to national standards in animal behavior certification and veterinary behavior education.

Accomplishments

Nancy Williams holds a Master of Arts in Experimental Psychology with a focus on animal behavior, is an Associate Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (ACAAB), and is a Registered Veterinary Technician. She was part of the ASPCA team that evaluated and rehabilitated the Michael Vick pit bulls. She developed the first national certification exam for dog trainers as president of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). She has published research on dog behavior and stress, served as an expert witness in animal behavior cases, and is a certified Fear-Free instructor. Her work has been featured in veterinary publications and Jim Goran’s book, The Lost Dogs.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must call Nancy directly at 410-374-1556 to discuss their pet’s behavior issues. After an initial phone conversation, she determines the best course of action, which may include an in-person, in-home, or video consultation. A detailed intake form is required prior to evaluation.