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DESTRUCTIVE & COMPULSIVE BEHAVIOR TRAINING

Help for destructive and compulsive behavior

The chewed couch. The hole in the yard. The spinning that never stops.

There's usually something underneath it.

Destruction is usually a
symptom of something else.

Chewing, digging, pacing, obsessive licking. Usually it traces back to boredom, anxiety, or too much energy with nowhere to go. Pin down the cause and the behavior starts to make sense.

What I actually
help with.

 Chewing, digging, scratching, pacing, spinning, obsessive licking or barking. Compulsive behaviors tend to get worse without the right approach. I look at what's actually driving it, underneath the behavior you can see.

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Sound familiar?

If any of these sound like your days, you're in the right place.

Destroys something every time you leave.

Digs up the yard no matter what you try.

A repetitive habit that keeps getting worse.

Can't seem to settle down or self-soothe.

You redirect and redirect, but nothing sticks.

Your home is starting to show the damage.

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Getting to the root of it.

I look at the full picture: exercise, environment, daily structure, what's missing or overwhelming. Usually there's a clear reason, and once we find it, the path forward makes a lot more sense.

What owners say

Elisabeth A.

"Alison is a top dog trainer and superb dog whisperer who worked beautifully with my kids and me to train our unruly dog. Using Alison’s well-honed techniques, our dog resolved her bad habits. These included strong leadership, clear directions and pointers that were supported with well written handouts that she had prepared so we could refer to them during and after the training. As a consummate professional, I give her and her carefully curated dog training techniques FIVE STARS."

Emily B.

"Alison is amazing! She helped us train our puppy who, now as an adult pooch, boards with her frequently. She made specific suggestions and had clear strategies for us to put into action, which was so helpful given our home is often chaotic with young children and 3 cats. She is knowledgeable, professional, and responsive, and it is clear she really cares about your dog and you having the best relationship possible."

Susan B.

"Alison has provided excellent training for our Cav-Beagle mix Archie as a puppy and for situational barking issues that have cropped up.I should say, she trained us as well as Archie! She gave practical and effective ways to handle leash pulling, obedience training and setting limits, as well as assistance with situational barking. Archie is an obedient and happy camper as a result! Ray and I highly recommend Alison, and know that if an issue or concern arises, she will continue to be responsive and helpful."

In-home dog training across Belmont and the surrounding area:

Belmont, MA

Arlington, MA

Lexington, MA

Cambridge, MA

Woburn, MA

Watertown, MA

Waltham, MA

Let's Get Started

Tell Me About Your Dog

Reach out and tell me what is going on at home. The first conversation

is free, and you'll come away knowing exactly how I can help your dog.

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