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USA Dog Behavior, LLC

Dallas, Texas

4.9/5· 167 Google reviews

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About USA Dog Behavior, LLC

Canine Behavior Consultant and Aggression Specialist Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA Canine Behavior Assessment • Diagnosis • Prognosis • Treatment Recommendations Scott Sheaffer is a certified canine behavior consultant specializing in serious canine behavior problems. Through a comprehensive online consultation, he helps dog owners understand their dog’s behavior, its potential danger, the prognosis, and the most appropriate treatment options. Clients throughout the United States can access his specialized expertise online. Visit our website to contact us, learn about the consultation process, explore pricing, see what to expect, and access free canine behavior education through articles and podcasts.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Obedience training Customer-reported
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Barking
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training
  • Resource guarding
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Separation anxiety
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

How training happens

  • Group classes
  • Online or virtual training
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Senior dogs

Support between sessions

  • Homework and practice

Other listed services

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  • Anxiety Issues
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Behavioral Health
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Certified Behavior Consultants
  • Destructive Behaviors
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Dog Behavior Articles
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Dog Behavior Assessment
  • Dog Behavior Podcast
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Dog Behavior Specialist
  • Dog Behaviorist
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Dog Training Videos
    Program details

    These informative and entertaining dog training videos by Scott Sheaffer, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, offer current and in-depth solutions for common behavior issues in dogs.

  • Dog's Collar
  • Inappropriate Urination
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Legal Consultant
  • Pet's Behavior
  • Positive Training
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

  • Private Consultations
  • Unruliness
    Program details

    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 adult dogs: Dog aggression, Separation anxiety, Resource guarding, Inappropriate urination, Anxiety issues, Unruliness, Destructive behaviors

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

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Do you provide in home consultation in Allen/Plano areas?

Hi, we provide one-hour private sessions: 1) online (any location), 2) at our location in Dallas, Texas, and, 3) at client's location in Texas: N. Dallas, Farmers Branch, Carrollton, Addison, Highland Park and University Park. Thanks for contacting us. Barbara

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Customer reviews

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4.9
out of 5167 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Aggression 44
  • Behavioral issues 19
  • Helpful information 16
  • Separation anxiety 15
  • Reactivity issues 14
  • Dog behaviorist 8
All 10 topics
  • Treatment plan 7
  • Custom plan 3
  • Fearful dog training 3
  • Informative sessions 3

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100 collected reviews

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Amy Sanders
5/5
Scott and Barbara have created an amazing behavioral program! At the first session, Scott drafted an individualized treatment plan to address my unique concerns for my Great Dane. I was consistently in awe of the care and attention Scott put into curating every exercise to best s…Read full reviewClose full review

Scott and Barbara have created an amazing behavioral program! At the first session, Scott drafted an individualized treatment plan to address my unique concerns for my Great Dane. I was consistently in awe of the care and attention Scott put into curating every exercise to best suit my large breed pup. He also provided reference materials to aid in the continued training of my girl at home. In just a few weeks, I already see changes in her food guarding and leash lunging behaviors. Highly recommend this program!

Business response

Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us with Berlin's training. It's always a joy to work with such a wonderful dog and a dedicated owner like yourself. Hearing about the progress that Berlin has made is why we love doing what we do. We're thrilled to hear that the exercises and materials have been helpful for you both at home. Remember, we're always here if you need further guidance or support. Thank you again for recommending us, and we look forward to seeing even more great strides from you and Berlin in the future!

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Sonali Christensen
5/5

We had an amazing experience working with Scott! He is so knowledgeable and gave us the tools we needed to help our dog. If you’re considering a behaviorist for your dog, you need to go to Scott!! Our dog is already doing so much better and it’s amazing to see how happy he is and how relaxed we can feel when we’re out and about with him.

Business response

Hi Sonali. Our sessions together produced a great exchange of information and working with you and Bradley was fun too. You were great students! Kishmish is such a gem too. I know he has significant issues, but he is worth the effort - he's a great dog that is emerging in my opinion.

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Shari H
5/5

Scott's knowledge of canine behavior is extensive. He first helps you to understand why a dog is behaving a certain way and then guides you how to address those behaviors. We have worked with others without the success we have had with Scott's approach to fear-based aggression. I highly recommend him!

Business response

Hi Shari. I enjoyed working with you online in New York. Based on your commitment and what I know about Skylar, I think the prognosis is very good. Please stay in touch!

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Erica Simmons
5/5
Scott has been an amazing help to me. He is kind and understanding but completely honest and doesn't sugarcoat things. He gives concise instructions and answers any questions you may have. He is great at breaking complicated things down for easier understanding and setting everyt…Read full reviewClose full review

Scott has been an amazing help to me. He is kind and understanding but completely honest and doesn't sugarcoat things. He gives concise instructions and answers any questions you may have. He is great at breaking complicated things down for easier understanding and setting everything up in a way that doesn't feel overwhelming to achieve. He is very personable, and you can tell he is extremely knowledgeable about what he teaches you. He has helped my fearful and reactive dog Luka, gain freedom on walks. Luka would lunge at dogs and people walking by, but with Scott's help and guidance, he can walk right past a dog or person without raising a hair on his back. I can't begin to describe how amazing it is to walk my dog without fear of bad reactions. Scott is amazing, and I would absolutely wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone who has a fearful and reactive dog. And I have to give a shout-out to his wife Barbara who's super sweet and friendly as well.

Business response

Hi Erica. You and Blake are the reasons I enjoy what I do. Both of you were committed to helping Luka and you were engaged in the process. As a result, even though he is a challenging case, you are seeing improvement while providing Luka a better quality of life. Glad all of our paths crossed.

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Kenzie Cocke
5/5
It really cannot be said enough - the work that Scott and Barbara do through USA Dog Behavior is life changing, for the pups and the humans! Worth every penny. As anyone with a reactive dog knows, it can be embarrassing, isolating, and seemingly hopeless at times. It was always …Read full reviewClose full review

It really cannot be said enough - the work that Scott and Barbara do through USA Dog Behavior is life changing, for the pups and the humans! Worth every penny. As anyone with a reactive dog knows, it can be embarrassing, isolating, and seemingly hopeless at times. It was always difficult to not have others see and love my pup the way that I do because of her fear aggression. Scott stepped in and not only approached the situation with confidence and evidence-based practice but with a love and understanding that cannot be explained with words. He is honest and straight-forward when needed but also compassionate in his words and actions and a source of hope. His knowledge, skills, and all-around good heart can't be found anywhere else and make it evident that he has a calling for this line of work. With Scott's guidance and a lot of time and love, Sadie is already showing significant improvement in regard to her fear aggression and living a more relaxed life. I can't wait to see her progress in months to come. Scott and Barbara - thank you!!

Business response

Kenzie, working with you was such a pleasure. You take Sadie's behavioral issues seriously and, as a result, she is going to improve (and you've already seen improvement). Speaking of Sadie, what a wonderful girl she is. You are lucky to have her in your life and she is lucky to have you as her guardian.

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