1-on-1
Troubleshooting Session
Rehabilitate challenging behaviors with targeted virtual training that’s tailored to your dog and your unique goals.
“Melanie taught us many skills to build a relationship with Bagel and help him recover from past trauma and negative experiences.”
-- Wendy, Canine Decoded Student
If you’re here, you don’t need me to tell you…
…training a dog can come with unexpected complications.
Dogs are living beings with unique personalities, and their surroundings, routines, and relationships impact their behaviors as they grow and develop.
Everyday things you once took for granted, like:
- Going for a walk
- Having friends over
- Driving to visit family
- Taking in a parcel
…can all be thrown up in the air or even impossible if you have an anxious, fearful, or reactive dog.
The things you used to do without thinking can become the most challenging part of your day.
Making it confusing to say the least…
If your dog presents a new, challenging behavior you can’t explain, or an old behavior that you can’t get rid of, no matter what you try.
A diagnosis and a plan could be all you need to get back on track and able to experience those everyday things again, with ease.
That’s where a 1:1 Troubleshooting Session can help.
These 1-hour sessions are perfect for you if you’re a dog owner or professional with a specific question or problem to solve.
Walk away with exercises, explanations, and answers to all your questions, tailored to your dog’s personality.
So you can get back to living your life, uninterrupted by doggy drama.
Here’s just an example of issues I can help you solve in these sessions:
- You feel “stuck” in your training and can’t progress anymore with obedience
- You struggle to get your dog’s attention, which leads to frustration
- Your dog has issues in the car, making travel impossible
- Your dog becomes nervous with one specific friend or family member
- You’re trying to rehabilitate a behavior alone, but no matter what you do, it doesn’t seem to improve
- You need clarification or troubleshooting to perform a specific training exercise
"How does it work?"
- Book your 1-hour session at the link below
Choose the date and time that works best for you. You’ll then pay the invoice to confirm your space in my calendar.
Check your inbox for a confirmation email and all the details, including the Meeting link for your session.
- I’ll reach out for more details so I can prepare for the meeting
I may ask for a video showing the behavior you’re struggling with, or a description of the problems so I can come prepared with answers or training materials for you.
This means we can make use of every minute of your session productively and you’ll have time to ask follow-up questions.
- Time to troubleshoot
Depending on your goals, I will determine the best way to run the session.
We could talk through the solutions to your problems, I may share videos to demonstrate specific training protocols, or I’ll ask you to demonstrate something with your dog so you can get real-time feedback on your technique.
You also get access to the recording so you can watch it back whenever you need.
"How does it work?"
- Book your 1-hour session at the link below
Choose the date and time that works best for you. You’ll then pay the invoice to confirm your space in my calendar.
Check your inbox for a confirmation email and all the details, including the Meeting link for your session.
- I’ll reach out for more details so I can prepare for the meeting
I may ask for a video showing the behavior you’re struggling with, or a description of the problems so I can come prepared with answers or training materials for you.
This means we can make use of every minute of your session productively and you’ll have time to ask follow-up questions.
- Time to troubleshoot
Depending on your goals, I will determine the best way to run the session.
We could talk through the solutions to your problems, I may share videos to demonstrate specific training protocols, or I’ll ask you to demonstrate something with your dog so you can get real-time feedback on your technique.
You also get access to the recording so you can watch it back whenever you need.
YOUR INVESTMENT: $150 per session
(A 5-session package for a 10% discount is available as well; just send me an email)
Real Results and some LOVE from our students
“With Dr. Melanie’s help I am finally getting to the ‘why’ and the root cause of the behaviors rather than just treating the symptoms. We have felt 100% supported without judgement. We have learned new skills that we can sustain.”
-- Marg
“Melanie really is spectacular. She’s engaging, extremely knowledgable, organized, thorough. I had an accident with my dog and reached out to her for advice and she responded to me really quickly and setup a call so we can work through it. If you d the work as she guides you and put in the time, you will see vast changes in both you and your dog.”
-- Beth
“Melanie is so detailed in her advice to every student so I sometimes wonder when she sleeps. I like Melanie’s positive reinforcement approach to the owners as well. She praises, encourages, and challenges us to persevere in our daily training.”
-- Eriko
Hi there.
I’m Melanie Uhde, Ph.D, M.A., international dog trainer, behaviorist, educator, and creator of dog behavior programs.
From my beginnings in Germany, where I completed my Ph.D. in Natural Sciences, I moved to New York in 2014 to continue my research at Columbia University, diving deep into Neuroscience and Immunology. Yes, it’s as nerdy as it sounds. 🙃
And it didn't stop there...
I have since completed Advanced Studies in Anxiety Disorders and Evidence-Based Treatments at Stanford University, published 16 peer-reviewed articles in prestigious scientific journals such as Brain Behavior and Immunity and Psychiatry Research, and am regularly present at canine conferences.
All this, combined with countless hours of handling dogs, it’s safe to say I know and LOVE my stuff.
Canine Decoded was founded from a drive to turn the battlefield of clashing opinions across the dog training industry into a unified force for change.
My mission? To bridge the gap between the dream life we picture ourselves having with our dogs and the reality where 2 out of 5 owners consider rehoming their dogs because they couldn’t find the right help.
And I want to help you!
Canine Decoded was founded from a drive to turn the battlefield of clashing opinions across the dog training industry into a unified force for change.
My mission? To bridge the gap between the dream life we picture ourselves having with our dogs and the reality where 2 out of 5 owners consider rehoming their dogs because they couldn’t find the right help.
And I want to help you!
Your Questions Answered
“Will 1:1 training really work online?”
I’ve been coaching dog owners and professionals online for years and my students get incredible results (just peek at the testimonials on the page!)
I’ve honed my process to help you get the most out of these sessions. I’m able to demonstrate exercises with my own dogs or observe you in action with yours, as if we were in person.
People come to me when they’ve tried everything and need a solution that actually works. My training is powered by empathy and rooted in neuroscience so it gets to the root cause of any behavioral issue in the most effective way. That can be translated over Zoom effectively and easily.
“Is one session enough?”
One session is perfect for tackling one specific problem with your dog’s behavior. It’s enough time to give you the information and exercises you need to progress independently, without needing to buy an expensive program or travel cross-country to find a good trainer.
After the first call, we can assess where you’re at and see if another session would be beneficial.
I never want to sell a larger package you don't actually need.
That’s why we always start with one session to set you up for success. You may find that it’s all you need to get the results you want. And if not, we can talk through the next best steps to help you reach your goals.
“I have another question. How can I get in touch with you?”
If you have any questions at all and want to make sure this is a good fit for you and your dog, please send us a message at melanie@caninedecoded.com and we’ll help you make the right decision for your unique situation.
You can be the best trainer or dog owner in the world…
…but you don’t know what you don’t know.
Sometimes you just need a non-judgemental space to tackle the issue head on and you can see things in an entirely new way.
Whatever your struggle, with countless hours of handling dogs under my belt and extensive research into the neurobiology of dogs and animals, I’m confident we can solve it.
It’s time to ditch the doggy drama, together.
