Bodhi was a lovable but troubled pup causing stress for Sandy and Rori. His aggressive behavior, growling, and nipping made welcoming guests an anxiety-inducing experience. Every knock on the door was a tense moment, and Bodhi’s unwelcome antics created an uncomfortable environment.

Sandy and Rori were at a loss, caught in the struggle of wanting a harmonious home but facing the fear of Bodhi’s unpredictable behavior.

 They scheduled a free phone consultation with Michael Badial, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant where they had the opportunity to discuss the behaviors that had been experiencing.  

During the call, they recounted to Michael how Bodhi’s behavior was affecting their ability to have friends and family over and that they needed help to get calm back into their home. 

During the call, Michael reassured them that he had worked with Bodhi’s behavior before very successfully and that together, they could create better behaviors around having guests over and restore some calm into their home.  

Michael recommended private lessons so that he could work one on one with Bodhi and his owners to creating a plan towards lasting change in Bodhi’s behavior. 

Through patient guidance, Sandy and Rori learned effective obedience techniques and how to establish themselves as confident leaders in Bodhi’s eyes. The transformation was remarkable for both Bodhi and his family. 

With newfound skills, Sandy and Rori not only regained control over Bodhi but also turned their home into a welcoming haven. 

No more growls or nips – just a happy, well-behaved Bodhi greeting guests with tail wags and excitement. 

After implementing what they learned from Michael and Best Paw Forward, the once stressful household is now a picture of canine harmony.