Christine Pazdalski | The Pet Behaviorist - Nationwide

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I’m Christine Pazdalski, a certified animal behavior consultant and professional dog trainer providing compassionate, science-based pet behavior support through convenient online consultations. I earned my certificate in Applied Animal Behavior from the University of Washington. I'm a Fear Free Certified Pet Professional and Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). I help pet parents understand the “why” behind challenging behavior and create practical, customized plans that fit real life.

Whether you’re dealing with a shy or reactive dog; separation-related distress; puppy overwhelm; obedience concerns; or a cat with litter box challenges, I provide immediate guidance and clear next steps. My behavior modification approach uses only humane, fear-free, reward-based tools and techniques—including treats, toys, praise, barriers, and appropriate harness or collar options—to build confidence and lasting positive change.

I work with dogs, cats, and a wide variety of companion and farm animals, including birds, rabbits, reptiles and more. As a member of the CCPDT and IAABC, I’m committed to knowledgeable, ethical care for every pet and family I serve. Ready to get started? Book me through PetWorks today!

  • Licensed
  • Certified
  • Insured
  • Online Sessions

Pricing Packages

Individual Pet Behavior Consultation
$ 90.00 Per 45 minutes book

Schedule a private online consultation at your convenience with fear-free certified animal behaviorist Christine Pazdalski. We will review your pet's health and behavioral history, daily routines, past training (if applicable), your goals and expectations, and receive immediate recommendations.

I look forward to meeting with you and {pet name}!

- Christine Pazdalski, UW-AAB, CPDT-KA

3 Online Sessions
$ 245.00 Per Package book

Save $25 when you choose a 3 session package.

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Animal Behaviorist
  • Cat Behaviorist
  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Private Dog Training
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Dog Trainer

What training tools do you use?

  • Back-clip Harness
  • Barriers
  • Front-clip Harness
  • Martingale Collar
  • Praise/Affection
  • Toys
  • Treats

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Lizards
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Turtles

What licensing do you have?

  • Business License

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Detection Dog Training
  • Dog Agility Training
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Therapy Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification

What size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • Applied Animal Behavior Certified (UW-AAB)
  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
  • Fear Free Certified Professional

Bonded and Insured

  • Insured

Proud member of...

  • Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
  • Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
  • International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
  • Pet Professional Guild (PPG)

Education

Certification in Applied Animal Behavior- University of Washington

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Nationwide

What year did you begin serving pets?

2001

How did you hone your craft?

In addition to more than 40 years of experience in animal care, welfare and training; my education in animal behavior from an evolutionary perspective, and my learning directly from animals themselves.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

When you’re happy with your pets, let them know it. You’ll get more of whatever gets your attention.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

We’ve learned more about animal behavior in the past decade than we’ve known for the last century. A great pet behavior professional never makes assumptions, and must always be learning. Animals have so much to teach us, if we pay attention.

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.
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BASED IN Upper Southampton Township, PA

Regular hours

  • Sunday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Monday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Times shown in Eastern Time (ET). Exact hours may vary from week to week.

Distinction

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Customer Reviews

Christine was very knowledgeable. No judgement on how I was caring for my cats before (mainly verbal reactions on inappropriate urination) because I am human. All that matters is how I improve moving forward. I’m excited to get both my cats but mainly Luna on the right path to earn back her trust from some common minor mistakes I unknowingly made. I would recommend Christine to anyone!

- Deja P
Pet Pro's Response:

Thank you so much Deja!

- Christine Pazdalski

Very informative! Appreciate the honest instruction on how to keep everyone safe while learning how to do this.

- Kris C
Pet Pro's Response:

It was great meeting with you Kris!

- Christine Pazdalski

Christine was great! She was so helpful, gave us great ideas and helped us understand how best to help our kitty feel safe/secure! I HIGHLY recommend her!

- Jessica C

Christina is the best! She is so kind and knowledgeable.

- Ashley M

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Animal Behaviorist
  • Cat Behaviorist
  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Private Dog Training
  • Puppy Trainer
  • Dog Trainer

What training tools do you use?

  • Back-clip Harness
  • Barriers
  • Front-clip Harness
  • Martingale Collar
  • Praise/Affection
  • Toys
  • Treats

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Lizards
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Turtles

What licensing do you have?

  • Business License

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

  • Detection Dog Training
  • Dog Agility Training
  • Dog Obedience Training
  • Dog Therapy Training
  • Pet Behavior Modification

What size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • Applied Animal Behavior Certified (UW-AAB)
  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
  • Fear Free Certified Professional

Bonded and Insured

  • Insured

Proud member of...

  • Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
  • Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
  • International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
  • Pet Professional Guild (PPG)

Education

Certification in Applied Animal Behavior- University of Washington

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Nationwide

What year did you begin serving pets?

2001

How did you hone your craft?

In addition to more than 40 years of experience in animal care, welfare and training; my education in animal behavior from an evolutionary perspective, and my learning directly from animals themselves.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

When you’re happy with your pets, let them know it. You’ll get more of whatever gets your attention.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

We’ve learned more about animal behavior in the past decade than we’ve known for the last century. A great pet behavior professional never makes assumptions, and must always be learning. Animals have so much to teach us, if we pay attention.

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

Customer Reviews

Christine was very knowledgeable. No judgement on how I was caring for my cats before (mainly verbal reactions on inappropriate urination) because I am human. All that matters is how I improve moving forward. I’m excited to get both my cats but mainly Luna on the right path to earn back her trust from some common minor mistakes I unknowingly made. I would recommend Christine to anyone!

- Deja P
Pet Pro Response:

Thank you so much Deja!

- Christine Pazdalski

Very informative! Appreciate the honest instruction on how to keep everyone safe while learning how to do this.

- Kris C
Pet Pro Response:

It was great meeting with you Kris!

- Christine Pazdalski

Christine was great! She was so helpful, gave us great ideas and helped us understand how best to help our kitty feel safe/secure! I HIGHLY recommend her!

- Jessica C

Christina is the best! She is so kind and knowledgeable.

- Ashley M

👤 Work One-on-One with Christine Pazdalski — Animal Behaviorist
Christine offers personalized virtual animal behavior consultations to pet parents throughout the United States seeking help with challenging behaviors such as anxiety, fear, aggression, reactivity, separation-related concerns, and other behavioral issues. Through individual consultations, Christine helps families better understand their pet's behavior and explore practical approaches based on the animal's history, environment, and individual needs.


Whether you are dealing with a newly developed behavior concern or a challenge that has persisted over time, working with an animal behavior professional can help you better understand your pet and determine appropriate next steps.


What Can an Animal Behaviorist Help With?
Animal behavior consultations may address a variety of concerns, depending on the professional's experience and areas of specialization. These can include:


  • Fear, anxiety, and stress-related behaviors

  • Aggression and reactivity toward people or other animals

  • Separation-related behavioral concerns

  • Unwanted behaviors occurring inside the home

  • Behavioral challenges involving changes in routine or environment

  • Other concerns affecting the relationship between pets and their families

Each animal has a unique history and set of circumstances. Christine works with pet parents to discuss their concerns and identify approaches appropriate to their pet's individual situation.


How Animal Behavior Consultations Work
Christine offers private consultations, allowing pet parents to discuss behavioral concerns in a format suited to the professional's services. Depending on the situation, the consultation may involve discussing your pet's history, daily routines, environment, previous training, and specific behaviors you would like to address.


When appropriate, pet parents may also share relevant observations or videos that help explain the behaviors they are experiencing. You can discuss your concerns directly with Christine and learn about potential next steps.


🦔 How Booking Christine on PetWorks Works
Browse Christine's services and packages listed on this page, then click Book Now to initiate your booking, or select Get Custom Quote to discuss your pet's specific needs before committing. Payments are processed securely through PetWorks using the payment methods displayed at checkout. PetWorks accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Affirm, Link, and Klarna. Every booking includes PetWorks Care Coverage, giving you access to a dedicated concierge team, full refunds if a booking is canceled through no fault of yours, and support throughout your experience. Once booked, you'll coordinate scheduling and share relevant information about your pet directly with Christine through the PetWorks Inbox.


Frequently Asked Questions


What type of animal behaviorist is Christine?
Christine provides animal behavior consultations for pet parents seeking professional guidance with behavioral concerns. Review the professional's profile and listed services above for specific qualifications, specialties, and available consultation options.


What behavioral problems can I discuss with Christine?
You can discuss concerns such as anxiety, fear, aggression, reactivity, separation-related behaviors, and other challenging behaviors. Share your pet's history and specific concerns so Christine can help determine whether the available services are appropriate.


Are consultations conducted online or in person?
Review the service descriptions on this profile to confirm whether Christine offers virtual consultations, in-person appointments, or both.


Do I need to be located in Upper Southampton Township to work with Christine?
Availability depends on the professional's service format and geographic coverage. Contact Christine through PetWorks to confirm whether consultations are available in your location.


What should I prepare before an animal behavior consultation?
Be prepared to discuss your pet's age, history, daily routines, environment, and the behaviors that concern you. Relevant videos or examples may also be helpful when appropriate.


How do I book an appointment with Christine?
Review the available services and packages on this PetWorks profile. Select Book Now to initiate a booking or Get Custom Quote to discuss your needs. You can communicate directly with the professional through the PetWorks Inbox.


❤️ Find Professional Support for Your Pet's Behavioral Needs
Every pet has a unique personality, history, and set of needs. If you are looking for help understanding your companion's behavior, explore Christine's profile, review available services, and connect directly through PetWorks to take the next step.