Our Team:

Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA
Barbara Sheaffer, Dog Behavior Specialist

Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, is a certified dog behavior consultant who specializes in the assessment and treatment of dog behavior problems in dogs six months and older, including:

Dog aggression, helping your dog find calm and confidence
Separation anxiety, easing your dog's loneliness and distress
Resource guarding, teaching your dog to trust and share
Inappropriate urination, guiding your dog to appropriate bathroom habits
Anxiety issues, nurturing a more relaxed and happy dog
Unruliness, fostering good manners and calm behavior in your dog
Destructive behaviors, redirecting energy into positive behaviors

In addition to private dog behavior consultations, Scott conducts seminars for professional dog trainers, veterinary practices, rescue shelters and dog owner groups. He is a consultant for municipal animal control services and is a legal consultant in dog bite cases.

Scott is the creator of FRED™ (Functional Reactivity Exercise for Dogs) behavior modification - Real Owners, Real Environments, Real World™. He also created the Looping™ protocol used in canine behavior modification, the Clipper Leash™ and PED™ (Parkour Exercises for Dogs).

Scott Sheaffer, Dog Behaviorist — Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA

Education

Scott received his Bachelor of Science degree in education from Baylor University and has earned two certifications in dog behavior and one in dog training from two international certifying organizations:

CBCC-KA, Certified Behavior Consultant Canine
CDBC, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
CPDT-KA, Certified Professional Dog Trainer

Listen to Scott's Grumpy Dogs Podcast Episode: Dog Aggression, How a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Can Help You and Your Dog

Scott is a contributor to magazines, newspapers, podcasts and blogs.

He also shares his expertise on dog behavior through his regular articles and podcast episodes.

Personal Information

Scott is married and has a daughter. They share their home with a rescued Great Pyrenees named Luke and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Charlie.

Dog Aggression Training — *Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, educates an audience of animal professionals and rescue volunteers on dog aggression.*

Dog Bite Awareness Seminar — *Seminar on dog behavior issues presented by Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA.*

Separation Anxiety Seminar — *Seminar by Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, on separation anxiety for SPCA staff and volunteers.*

Barbara Sheaffer, Dog Behavior Specialist

Barbara Sheaffer is a dog behavior specialist and dog trainer with extensive experience. She is Scott's wife and works with him in the hands-on treatment of clients' dogs. Barbara is also the primary contact with clients, veterinarians, rescue organizations and dog training schools.

Barbara specializes in helping dogs with a variety of behavior problems, including aggression, fear, separation anxiety, etc. She uses a positive reinforcement-based approach to behavior modification.

Barbara is passionate about helping dogs and their owners achieve a harmonious relationship. She believes that every dog is capable of learning, and she is committed to helping Scott work with clients to develop personalized behavioral treatment plans that meet the needs of each individual dog.