Canine Behavior Consultant and Aggression Specialist

Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA

Canine Behavior Assessment • Diagnosis • Prognosis • Treatment Recommendations

Scott Sheaffer is a canine behavior consultant and aggression specialist based in Dallas, Texas. He works with dog owners throughout the United States who are dealing with serious canine behavior problems requiring expert assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment recommendations.

Areas of Expertise

  • Aggression toward people, other dogs, and household pets
  • Behavior evaluations and expert witness testimony in legal cases
  • Anxiety, fear, and resource guarding
  • Complex or difficult-to-diagnose behavior problems
  • Second opinions for challenging behavior cases

All consultations are conducted online, allowing dog owners throughout the United States to access specialized canine behavior expertise. The goal is to help you understand your dog's behavior, realistically assess risk, and make informed decisions about treatment and management.

Scott has earned three certifications in canine behavior from internationally recognized certifying organizations.

  • CBCC-KA, Certified Behavior Consultant Canine
  • CDBC, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
  • CPDT-KA, Certified Professional Dog Trainer
Canine behavior consultant specializing in dog aggression assessments

Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA

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He Loved His Dog. He Never Heard the Warnings.
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4 Reasons Some Dogs With Behavior Issues Improve and Others Don’t…And They’re Usually Not About the Dog
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Why Dogs Become Aggressive
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You’re Not Dealing With Disobedience. You’re Misreading Behavior.
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3 Common Dog Training Tips That Sound Right—but Make Behavior Worse
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Is Your Neutered Dog "Hormonally Bankrupt?" The New Science of Canine HRT
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How You’re Accidentally Making Your Dog More Fearful or Aggressive
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The 6 Most Misunderstood and Frightening Forms of Dog Aggression
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The Myth of the "Mean Dog"
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New Baby Meets Dog: How to Set Yours Up for Success
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Why Standard Dog Training Can Worsen Canine Fear and Anxiety
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The Job Your Dog Is Begging For: How to Channel Instinct into Happiness
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Five Rookie Mistakes First-Time Dog Owners Make (and How to Avoid Them)
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The Buzzer Deception: Why Even 'Vibration-Only' Collars Are Harmful
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8 Ways to Stop Your Dog from Barking in the Backyard
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Zoomies: Why Every Dog Gets Them
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The 5 Biggest Myths About Aggressive Dogs (and What’s Really Going On)
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The One Behavior Change Every Dog Owner Should Notice
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Who Makes the Best Dog Owner?
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The Hidden Risks of Board & Train Dog Training Schools for Aggression Cases
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Cleaning Up Dog Accidents the Right Way: It Matters More Than You Think
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Is Euthanasia Ever Right for Severe Dog Behavior Problems?
Cesar Millan's 4 Biggest Dog Training Myths
Cesar Millan's 4 Biggest Dog Training Myths
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The Hidden Ways You Might Be Punishing Your Dog Without Knowing It
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Why Are Some Dogs Aggressive?
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Losing a Dog Hurts—Here’s the True Story Behind a Famous Poem That Eases the Pain
The Crisis of Unqualified Dog Trainers Treating Dog Aggression
The Crisis of Unqualified Dog Trainers Treating Dog Aggression
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Can Dogs Be Psychotic? Understanding Bizarre Canine Behavior
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