This assessment is a temperament and behavior evaluation. This process is offered at a rate of $65.00 per hour.This option is recommended for all dogs, especially dogs experiencing aggression issues, separation anxiety, fearfulness and other seemingly insurmountable behavioral problems.
The assessment includes:
Interview:A discussion with the owners regarding the dog’s environment, containment, nutrition and veterinary care.Question period including, history acquisition, time frames of various behavioral incidents. Testing process: series of testing protocols to gauge the dog’s reaction to various stimuli and the ability to recover as well as the level of recovery. Emotional and intelligence assessment as relates to the best path for optimal development of the dog. Aggression profile:An assessment to determine the type(s) of aggression, manageability, level of reaction to people and other dogs. Evaluation of the dog’s training level, motivators, stressors and relationship to the handler. Recommendations:Training, management and safe practices recommendations.