Empowering Shy and Fearful Dogs
Cautious Canines
Is your dog easily scared or startled? Does he shy away from new people, other dogs, or unfamiliar situations? Whether your dog is afraid of thunderstorms, fireworks, the car, the vet, or simply feels unsure around people and other animals, I can help your dog feel more relaxed, confident, and at ease both at home and out in the world.
Why Early Intervention Matters
Fear and shyness are common issues for many dogs and can stem from a variety of causes—such as socialisation history, past trauma, genetics, or medical concerns. Unfortunately, dogs rarely "outgrow" fear-based behaviours, and the longer these fears go unaddressed, the more ingrained they become. Early intervention is crucial: addressing fear early makes the process easier and can prevent more serious behavioural issues, including aggression, as your dog matures.
A Tailored Approach
For dogs struggling with fear and shyness, it’s important to approach the situation with patience and a structured training plan. Traditional obedience training or overwhelming your dog with exposure too quickly can actually make things worse. With the Cautious Canines program, we'll work together to create a gradual, supportive approach that builds your dog's confidence and helps him face his fears at his own pace.
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“We needed help with some anxious behaviour with 4 year old female spoodle Belle to adjust to being rehomed, and to live her best life. Lena Logan from Paws & Reward was recommended by Belle’s vet. When Lena first came she did an extensive review of Belle’s history, behaviours, and discussed with us our goals. She provided a very thorough written review and ongoing plan from the first session and started to educate us, and Belle in the skills we all needed. Lena provided guided sessions of the training and printed examples of all the training and calming techniques for us to refer to when we needed. Lena is calm, patient and clearly very experienced. After 3 sessions with Lena, and us reinforcing the things we have learnt, Belle has responded to all the training and her anxiety has reduced. We highly recommend Lena and her Cautious Canines Program.”
-Therese and Belle
Pick Your Training Path
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Support Program
When you sign up for the program, I will send out a 40-minute video and accompanying e-workbook crafted to deepen your understanding of your dog and equip you to handle challenging situations even before the initial consultation.
2-Hour Cautious Canines Training Consultation
During our initial consult, we will start by discussing your training goals and creating a personalised training plan tailored to your dog’s specific needs. You will also receive a "nervous dog" bandana, which will serve as a visual cue for other dog owners to refrain from interacting with your dog.2 x 60-Minute Follow-Up Session
Scheduled 1-2 weeks apart in the comfort of your home or nearby area, these sessions are designed to keep you on track toward your desired results. Each visit includes a review of your progress, guidance on overcoming challenges, and the introduction of new skills to build your dog's confidence and success.Cost of Program: $580
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Fast Track Program
Prefer to skip the training process and jump-start the results? I’ve got you covered. I’ll work directly with your dog two days a week to accelerate the training, and then meet with you to transfer the progress. You can observe the training or continue with your usual routine while I fast track the process for you.
When you sign up for the program, I will send out a a 40-minute video and accompanying e-workbook crafted to deepen your understanding of your dog and equip you to handle challenging situations even before the initial consultation.
2-Hour Cautious Canines Training Consultation
During our initial consult, we will start by discussing your training goals an creating a personalised training plan tailored to your dog’s specific needs, which I will help you implement. You will also receive a "nervous dog" bandana, which will serve as a visual cue for other dog owners to refrain from interacting with your dog.2-Weeks of Intensive Training: Includes 4 confidence-building training sessions where I work with your dog, as well as 2 transfer sessions with you where I demonstrate the skills we've been working on.
Cost of the Fast Track Program: $1160
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