Compassionate and Expert Solutions for Your Pet’s Behavior Challenges

Whether you're dealing with obedience issues, anxiety, or aggression, we provide tailored, science-based solutions for dogs, cats, and horses. Available in-person near Asheville, NC, or virtually worldwide.

Is Your Pet’s Behavior Creating Stress at Home?

Living with a pet who has behavioral challenges can be frustrating, overwhelming, or even unsafe. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone. With over 25 years of experience, Trish McMillan offers personalized guidance for pet guardians seeking positive, practical solutions.

Dog Training & Behavior Solutions

From unruly puppies to dogs displaying fear or aggression, we offer customized support to meet your dog's unique needs. Common challenges we address include:

  • Puppy Training & Socialization: Start your dog off right.

  • Basic Obedience: Sit, stay, and more with positive methods.

  • Separation Anxiety: Helping dogs feel secure while you’re away.

  • Reactivity & Aggression: Toward dogs or people.

  • Housetraining Issues: No more accidents.

  • Resource Guarding: Toys, food, and more.

  • Fearful Behavior & Handling Problems: Build trust and confidence.

Feline Behavior Solutions That Work

Cats may be small, but their behavior problems can feel overwhelming. Our positive-reinforcement-based strategies can address issues like:

  • Litter Box Problems: Help your cat stay on track.

  • Urine Marking: Stop unwanted behaviors.

  • Scratching Furniture: Solutions for destructive habits.

  • Aggression: Toward other cats or humans.

  • Fearful or Anxious Behavior: Help your cat feel safe.

  • Clicker Training: Teach tricks, obedience, or leash walking.

Positive Reinforcement for Horse Behavior Challenges

We work with horses to address common behavioral challenges, helping you build a stronger bond with your equine partner. Services include:

  • Trailer loading and mounting block issues

  • Catching, haltering, and bridling

  • Addressing stereotypies (weaving, cribbing)

  • Enrichment and clicker training

Ready to Transform Your Pet's Behavior?

Option 1: Book a Consultation
Know what you need? Schedule your session today!

  • In-person consultations in the Asheville, NC area.

  • Virtual consultations available worldwide.

Option 2: Not Sure Where to Start?
No problem! Fill out our form, and we’ll help you determine the best solution for you and your pet.