Dog Behavior Consulting
We offer behavior support for dogs of all ages. If you are looking for support with fear, anxiety, separation distress, excessive barking, destructive behavior, reactivity, resource guarding, or aggression, we are here to help.
Behavior support is designed to understand why your dog is behaving the way they are and build a plan that works for both you and your dog.
Behavior Support sessions are offered virtually via Zoom, in your home (Airdrie), or at Airdrie Puppy Pals in Kings Heights. To make sure we choose the right setting for your dog, all Behavior Support begins with a complimentary phone call.
How Behavior Support Helps
Dog behavior consulting can help when you are seeing behaviors such as:
Aggression toward people or other dogs
Bite incidents, nipping, or close calls
Lunging, barking, or freezing on leash
Fearful, anxious, or shut-down behavior
Separation anxiety or distress when left alone
Ongoing or intense barking at home or out on walks
Safety concerns around children, visitors, or unfamiliar people
Resource guarding over food, toys, spaces, or people
Destructive behavior when left alone or in certain situations
Uncertainty or overreaction in everyday situations like car rides, grooming, or new environments
If any of this sounds familiar, we are here to help. Book a free discovery call to talk through what you are seeing and figure out the best place to start.
Dog Behavior Consulting
Dog behavior consulting and private training begin with a free phone call. This call gives us time to talk about your dog, your concerns, and what support may be helpful.
Dog behavior consulting sessions are offered one-on-one, either virtually or in your home, depending on your location and needs.
After the phone call, the next step may be a behavior assessment. This is a private session focused on understanding your dog’s behavior in daily life.
Behavior Assessments
The goal is to build understanding and create a behavior plan that supports both you and your dog. A behavior assessment may include:
Reviewing your dog’s history, environment, and daily routines
Identifying triggers, behavior patterns, and early warning signs
Observing body language and stress signals
Certified Behavior Consultant
Dog behavior can feel scary and overwhelming, especially when you are not sure why it is happening. There is also a lot of mixed advice online, which can make it hard to know what is right for your dog.
Nikki Nordick helps families understand their dog’s behavior and choose support that puts safety, learning, and emotional wellbeing first. Her work focuses on helping dogs feel safer and more comfortable, rather than using fear or punishment to change behavior.
Certified, Educated and Experienced
Nikki’s approach is based on behavior science, learning theory, and years of hands-on experience supporting dogs and families through difficult situations.
Nikki has completed hundreds of hours of education in dog behavior and holds multiple professional certifications in behavior consulting and dog training, including:
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC)
Certified Behavior Consultant Canine – Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA)
Accredited Dog Trainer (IAABC-ADT)
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Fear Free Certified Professional
Book a Complimentary Call
Every dog is different, so getting started begins with a complimentary discovery phone call. This is a chance to talk about your dog, what you are noticing, and how support might help.
During the call, we can:
Talk through what’s been happening with your dog
Go over what a behavior assessment looks like
Answer questions about pricing, scheduling, and next steps
Dog behavior consulting sessions are offered one-on-one, either virtually or in your home, in the Airdrie and surrounding area.