The number of Consulting sessions depends on the case. I suggest at least four sessions (i.e., four hours). The sessions are broken to 2 separate steps. Step 1 – we focus on collecting all the information necessary to evaluate the case and understand your goals and expectations. We also talk about the basic theory that lays the foundation for all the suggestions and recommendations made. No recommendations can be made till we get the entire history and information necessary for me to work on your case. Step 2 – you will receive recommendations that help you understand your dogs, understand their needs, improve communication, manage difficult situations and achieve your goals and help your dog. These will include but not limited to lifestyle, activities, body language, stress management, outdoor management, health management, pain management and more.

The consulting sessions are priced at INR 1999/- per session for clients based in India. Those based outside of India, please reach out on dogpawmise@gmail.com for information on pricing. Each session is 1 hour in duration.

Once you book the session on the website, if it is your first session, you will get an intake form and list of videos which need to be submitted 2 days (business days) prior to our session. For every other session, you just pay for the session and book it on the calendar. If there are any further things (videos or other form of information) you need to share as might have been discussed in our session, you will need to share that 2 days prior to the session date as well.

The process remains the same for any number of dogs. You will need to provide all information about all the dogs at home. Since the dogs share the same home and same caregivers, bulk of the recommendations overlap for them. There will be a portion of recommendations that is very specific to each dog. The only difference might be that more number of dogs means we may get to cover lesser material in the 1 hour duration and hence may need more sessions in order to address all the points required.

No, in-person sessions are not available till we have worked together for a few sessions. I will be working with the dog parents/caregivers. Driving a dog's health needs, environmental and social needs are always facilitated by their caregivers. I help your dogs THROUGH you. Also, there are critical portions of the dog's life that I may not be able to access just by visiting. Additionally, the dog's behaviour in a stranger's presence may be very different from day-to-day life. Finally, it is unethical for me to put a dog forcibly in a situation that is stressful for the dog and replicate any behaviours you want help with. It is enough for me to get all the information about the dog to help you (the dog parents) without having to meet the dog. Despite not having met the dog, I review all the information provided by the clients as well as the videos shared to assess the case.

For the first 4 to 6 sessions, ideally not more than 2 weeks. These are the most critical sessions. We assess the case and share the most important changes that need to be implemented. For clients to start working with their dogs, these sessions have lesser gap between them. Between the subsequent sessions, anywhere between 3 to 6 weeks. Since the clients need to start implementing the suggestions and try it consistently for a few weeks before figuring out possible challenges, there is a longer gap between these sessions. However, if because of unforeseeable circumstances, the client takes longer to schedule the sessions, we can still pick it up where we left off. Once you purchase the sessions, the purchase is valid only for 4 weeks and you will need to schedule the session within the validity. There is usually a week's waiting since the slots get booked out soon. So schedule your sessions accordingly. No refund will be processed in case you do not schedule within the validity period (unless my calendar is full and there were no slots available to you).

Offline sessions are available for Bangalore clients when I deem it necessary to demonstrate certain things that the client needs help with (from the implementation point of view). This will be assessed during the session and planned in advance with the client. They will also be at an extra cost.

Please have a look at the following links to understand our approach, process and what to expect in the sessions.

I do not do any form of behaviour modification(training). At Dog Pawmise, I address behaviours holistically. This is to say that behaviours are a result of a variety of factors like ethogram (natural behaviours in the species, here – DOGS), personality, physical health, threshold to stress, social interactions, environment and body language communication. By diving into all these factors, we build the full picture and help the dog parents to see what exactly is happening in the dog’s body and mind. It is important to figure out the underlying reasons for the behaviour to make a long-term sustainable emotional and cognitive change. Further, this approach is also focused on creating a healthy life ensuring that the dog's needs are fulfilled and they also build healthy coping mechanisms and have access to a safe and secure relationship with their humans.

We do not do any form of behaviour modification (training). At Dog Pawmise, we address behaviours holistically. This is to say that behaviours are a result of a variety of factors like ethogram (natural behaviours in the species, here – DOGS), personality, physical health, threshold to stress, social interactions, environment and body language communication. By diving into all these factors, we build the full picture and help the dog parents to see what exactly is happening in the dog’s body and mind. It is important to figure out the underlying reasons for the behaviour to make a long-term and sustainable emotional and cognitive change. Further, this approach is also focused on creating a healthy life ensuring that the dog's needs are fulfilled and they also build healthy coping mechanisms and have access to a safe and secure relationship with their humans. Since the approach is to understand your dog, understand their needs and lifestyle, age does not prove to be a barrier for the work.

I do not provide board and train services. At Dog Pawmise, I address behaviours holistically. This is to say that behaviours are a result of a variety of factors like ethogram (natural behaviours in the species, here – DOGS), personality, physical health, threshold to stress, social interactions, environment and body language communication. By diving into all these factors, we build the full picture and help the dog parents to see what exactly is happening in the dog’s body and mind. It is important to figure out the underlying reasons for the behaviour to create a long-term sustainable emotional and cognitive change. Further, this approach is also focused on creating a healthy life ensuring that the dog's needs are fulfilled and they also build healthy coping mechanisms and have access to a safe and secure relationship with their humans. Since the changes recommended need to be implemented by the clients and in the house environment of the dog, board and train services don’t work well with my approach.

Yes. I have worked on a variety of issues ranging from nipping, jumping, biting, anxiety, separation anxiety, pulling on leash and many similar behaviours that are traditionally viewed as “undesirable” behaviours in dogs. At Dog Pawmise, I address behaviours holistically. This is to say that behaviours are a result of a variety of factors like ethogram (natural behaviours in the species, here – DOGS), personality, physical health, threshold to stress, social interactions, environment and body language communication. By diving into all these factors, we build the full picture and help the dog parents to see what exactly is happening in the dog’s body and mind. It is important to figure out the underlying reasons for the behaviour to make a long-term sustainable emotional and cognitive change. The idea is to empower the dog parents with information, tools and techniques that they can use for their dogs. Because of this, a Canine Behaviour Consultant’s work is largely to do with human caregivers of the dog(s). The approach puts the dog’s welfare at the centre and helps in promoting a healthy and harmonious relationship between the humans and the dog(s).