Online Behavior Consultation Pricing

Scott Sheaffer is a canine behavior consultant and aggression specialist based in Dallas, Texas. His practice serves dog owners throughout the United States whose dogs have serious behavior problems requiring expert assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment recommendations.

This Consultation Is Appropriate For:

• Aggression toward people, other dogs, and household pets
• Available for 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

This is a professional behavior assessment designed to help you understand why your dog is behaving as it is, how dangerous the behavior may be, what the prognosis is, and which treatment options are most appropriate.

What the Consultation Includes

• An in-depth discussion of your dog's behavior history and current concerns
• Assessment of the likely causes and contributing factors behind the behavior
• Review of previous training and behavior modification efforts, including what has and has not been effective
• Review of current or previous behavioral medications, including their effectiveness and potential role in future treatment
• Discussion of risk level and safety concerns when aggression is involved
• Recommendations for immediate management strategies to improve safety and reduce the likelihood of further incidents
• Prognosis and realistic expectations for improvement
• Scott will consider whether resources from his extensive library—including videos and written training materials—can provide the guidance you need. If specialized or hands-on support would be more appropriate, he may recommend a qualified professional in your area who has experience with your dog’s specific issue.
• A written behavioral assessment summarizing the consultation, findings, and recommendations that may be shared with your veterinarian or other qualified behavior professionals involved in your dog's care

What This Consultation Is — and Is Not

This consultation is intended to provide expert assessment, explanation, prognosis, and treatment recommendations. It is especially appropriate for owners who need clarity before deciding how to proceed with a serious behavior problem.

This is not an ongoing training program, obedience package, or series of follow-up lessons. Following the consultation, Scott may recommend resources from his extensive library or connect you with a qualified professional in your area when specialized or hands-on support would better address your dog’s specific needs.

What to Expect

1. Contact USA Dog Behavior to tell us briefly about your dog and the behavior issue you are facing.
2. Schedule your consultation. We'll confirm that an online consultation is appropriate for your situation and arrange a convenient appointment time.
3. Meet online for your consultation. Your dog's history, current concerns, prior treatment efforts, and other relevant factors will be reviewed, followed by a comprehensive behavioral assessment and professional recommendations.
4. Use the recommendations to decide your next step. The goal is to help you make informed, realistic decisions about your dog's behavior and safety.