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Olivia Bainter
- Olive Branch Dog Training - Garrison, MD
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- Garrison, MD - At Olive Branch Dog Training, I am passionate about helping dogs of all breeds and ages thrive through positive training methods. As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer...
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- Kristy Houck
- Consistent Canine Dog Training - Frederick, MD
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- Frederick, MD - At Consistent Canine, I am dedicated to helping you and your dog thrive as a cohesive team. With my certifications as an American Kennel Club Canine Good...
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- Heather Smith
- Pet Lover's Passion - Behaviorist and Private Pet Trainer - Howard, PA
- Howard, PA - Pet Lover's Passion - Where Training is Fun! - offers online training for dogs, puppies, and cats. Heather is an Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer and...
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- Pat Miller
- CCPDT Certified - Peaceable Paws Dog Training - Fairplay, MD
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CERTIFIED CPDT-KA
- Fairplay, MD - As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA), I take immense pride in offering private behavior consultations tailored to address...
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Kelly Cancelmo
- Wagging Right Dog Training Service - West Chester, PA
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- West Chester, PA - Wagging Right was founded with a mission to assist in educating parents and children on the importance of pet safety and responsible pet ownership. Owning a...
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Dianna Stearns
- Capitol Area Dog Training and Behavior Consulting - Germantown, MD
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CERTIFIED CPDT-KA
- Germantown, MD - Would you like to have a well-mannered dog, who comes when he's called, doesn't knock your guests or family members over when they come in, goes for...
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Nicolas Bardon-desegonzac
- NADOI Certified Trainer and Dog Behaviorist - Wayne, PA
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- Wayne, PA - Pine Street Assistance Dogs specializes in the training of puppies and dogs of all ages in the Philadelphia area. We also retrain highly trained dogs in new...
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Beatrix Beri
- K9 Trix & Training - Dog Training Services - Rockville, MD
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- Rockville, MD - Our goal is to help future and current puppy, and adult dog handlers better understand their dog's behavior and provide training solutions based on the most up-to-date...
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What’s the difference between a dog trainer and an animal behaviorist?
Pet parents often want to know who to hire when their pet has behavioral issues. A dog trainer typically focuses on teaching commands and obedience using structured training methods. An animal behaviorist, however, is trained in animal psychology and addresses the root causes of behavioral problems like aggression, anxiety, or compulsive behaviors. Behaviorists often work with pets who have complex emotional or environmental issues and may collaborate with veterinarians for cases involving medical components. Understanding this difference helps pet parents choose the right professional for their pet’s specific needs.
How much does it cost to work with a Pennsylvania animal behaviorist, and how many sessions will my pet need?
Pet parents want to understand both the upfront cost and the potential long-term investment. Fees typically range from $100 to $200 per session, depending on the behaviorist’s credentials, location, and session type (in-person or virtual). Many also offer packages or follow-up plans. Since behavior issues often require more than one session to resolve, pet parents frequently ask how many appointments will be needed. The answer usually depends on the severity of the issue and the consistency of training and behavior management at home.
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