Fear-free behavior modification and emotional support to help you understand your dog’s needs
Our Dog Behavior Services include:
Separation Anxiety
- Does your dog panic when you leave?
- Does your dog destroy your house when you leave?
- Does your dog whine and bark non stop when left alone?
Our separation anxiety training focuses on gradual confidence building and settling support. I help you guide your dog to feel safe and confident when home alone. Through step-by-step, science-based techniques, we reduce your dog’s anxiety and build emotional security, so you can leave the house knowing they’re calm and relaxed.
Home transitions & Rehoming
- Do you have a new dog in the home?
- Is the new puppy presenting challenging?
- Is he/she making a feast out of the trash?
Whether you’ve just welcomed a rescue dog or brought home a new puppy, transitions can feel overwhelming for both dogs and owners. Our personalized support helps your dog settle safely into their new environment, build confidence, and adapt with less stress, so you can enjoy life together with more calm, connection, and reassurance.
Holistic Behavior Support
- Is your dog struggling to navigate the world?
- Do you struggle to take your dog with you to places?
- Do you feel you could be doing more for your pup?
Whether you are dealing with leash reactivity, fear-based aggression, or a rescue dog with a traumatic past, we look beyond the surface. Our approach combines behavior assessments, underlying health and emotional factors, and cognitive enrichment to give you the tools that help your dog thrive in the real world.
Tailored Solutions
We believe that every dog and every family has unique needs. That’s why we do not offer standardized programs or fixed “lesson packages”: every situation deserves personalized support that respects the pace, emotions, and individual needs of everyone involved. Our goal is to help you build a calmer, more conscious, and harmonious relationship with your dog.
Feel free to contact us with no obligation to see which path may be the best fit for you and your dog.
Do you want to know more?
Book a free conversation with me!
Please note I speak fluent Spanish, English, Portuguese, and Italian.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
I will never say no but it will depend on the type of behavior issues and my knowledge at the time, but I will certainly be honest and won’t waste your time if I can’t. Otherwise, I will commit to helping you and your dog overcome any challenges. For instance, excessive barking, destructive chewing, aggression (towards people or other dogs), leash pulling and difficult walks, socialization challenges are some areas I can help with. Every dog is different, so we take the time to figure out what’s causing the behavior and find long-term solutions, not just quick fixes.
Depending on the area, in-person can be possible. Otherwise, our services can also be 100% remote, which means we can help dogs and owners anywhere in the world!
It’s easy! First, book a free 15-minute intro call to talk about your dog’s needs. From there, we offer:
1-hour consultation for $75
Follow-up 30-minute sessions for $45
If cost is a concern, reach out—we may have options to help!
We offer remote consultations in Spanish, Portuguese, English, and Italian so we can help you no matter where you are and what language you speak! Our sessions are designed to be flexible and supportive. If you’re curious, you can book a free 15-minute chat to see if we’re a good fit.
At Fluent Fido, we help you better understand and communicate with your dog. Our services include:
Behavioral consultations to address issues like barking, aggression, and anxiety.
Positive reinforcement training tailored to your dog’s unique needs.
Guidance on body language so you can “speak dog” more fluently.
A holistic approach that considers your dog’s physical and emotional well-being.
We focus on positive reinforcement and stress-free methods— that means no punishments, no harsh corrections and no aversive methods of any kind. Many people tell me this method takes too long but you need to look at it like you would changing a habit like exercising or quit smoking. This takes time and so does training to help your dog improve their emotional regulation. How? well, by rewarding good behavior, providing enrichment, and helping you create a safe and happy space for your dog. Our goal is to build a strong, trusting bond between you and your pup
What people are saying about Fluent Fido:
Fluent Fido
4.3
9 Reviews
Helping Dolly with seperation anxiety
We've been working with Maria since we adopted our cocker spaniel Dolly. She came from a home with four dogs and has initially struggled to be left alone for even the shortest period of time. Maria is clearly very knowledgeable and has worked closely with us to build Dolly's confidence and give us the tools to build on what we have achieved so far. Her friendly and structured approach has made it a pleasure to work with her and we would highly recommend her services.
Excellent Dogcare
I was on holiday near Mailand and decided to bring my rescue puppy to Maria and her husband. My puppy has some issues due to being a rescue and Maria handeled her super. She also gave me really good tips which I am now trying to do at home. She also made the cutest pictures of my dog. I felt very relaxed leaving my puppy with her, so I was able to enjoy my weekend without any worries.
Maria is very Passionate and Knowledgeable
Maria is very passionate, knowledgeable and understanding in everything she does. I have a Romanian rescue who is very reactive and a very sensitive boy. Maria has really helped me understand what is going through his mind in certain situations and how I can help him be more confident. If you want help understanding your furry friends then defiantly contact Fluent Fido!
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Ready to unleash a happier, more harmonious relationship with your furry friend? Contact Fluent Fido today and let’s start wagging tails together!