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With Dog Behaviorist Preston Halford

K9 CALM

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PRIVATE SESSIONS IN DALLAS-FORT WORTH

Gain a Calm & Obedient Dog While Building Your Own Confidence & K9-Handling Skills

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PRESTON HALFORD DOG BEHAVIORIST

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"My dogs were totally different after just 1 session."

-Louise Polanco

#1

TRAINING IN DALLAS

10K+

DOGS FULLY TRAINED

ALL

BREEDS & TEMPERAMENTS

Private Sessions

In-Home Training

Transform
Your
Dog

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  • Free phone consultation

  • Customized plans

  • Ongoing support

  • Clear expectations

  • Effective training methods

Customized Programs

Fast. Effective. Results.

See Dynamic-RAW-Before-&-After

Videos Showing You Unmistakeable Change.

Most importantly, see my clients who were just like you doing it themselves!

Preston Halford

Dog Behaviorist

Owner of K9 Calm
Aggressive Pitbull
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Aggressive Shepherd Mix
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German Shepherd Leash Training
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Emily's Testimonial
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Kayla's Testimonial
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Before and After Aggression Training
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Leash Training
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Doorbell Training
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PRIVATE SESSIONS

IN-HOME TRAINING

About Me

What is a Dog Behaviorist?

According to the American Kennel Club, a dog behaviorist is an expert who studies animal psychology to diagnose and treat severe behavioral problems, such as severe aggression, extreme fear, separation anxiety, or compulsive disorders. They use science-based behavior modification plans rather than just teaching basic obedience.
     A dog behaviorist focuses on environmental factors as the main cause of a dog's behaviors. This isn't board & train where you leave your dog in an unfamiliar & unnatural environment. This is hands-on training with the owner being involved every step of the way. 

     Gain a calm & focused dog while building your own confidence & K9-handling skills. STOP struggling & enjoy your dog like never before. It's time to join my thousands of clients & give your dog the freedom to experience life without stress & have the calm dog you've been dreaming of!

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Behaviors My Private Sessions Successfully Fix — Including (But Not Limited To):

Leash & Walking Issues

  • Pulling on the leash

  • Lunging at people, dogs, cars, or bikes

  • Reactivity/barking on leash

  • Refusing to walk or freezing

  • Leash aggression

Aggression & Reactivity

  • Aggression toward other dogs

  • Aggression toward strangers

  • Resource guarding (food, toys, space)

  • Growling or snapping when touched

  • Fear-based aggression

  • Territorial aggression (fence-running, door charging)

  • Aggression toward family members

Anxiety & Fear-Based Behaviors

  • Separation anxiety

  • Destructive chewing when left alone

  • Excessive barking or howling

  • Hiding or trembling around triggers

  • Fear of strangers, other dogs, or specific objects/sounds (thunder, fireworks)

  • Panic during car rides or vet visits

Impulse Control & Obedience

  • Jumping on people

  • Not listening/ignoring commands

  • Door-dashing or bolting

  • Counter-surfing or stealing food

  • Digging

  • Excessive jumping on furniture

  • Mouthing or nipping

Social & Household Behaviors

  • Not getting along with other pets in the home

  • Guarding the owner from other people or animals

  • Excessive licking

  • Marking/house-soiling (non-medical)

  • Attention-seeking behaviors (whining, pawing)

Compulsive or Extreme Behaviors

  • Tail-chasing or spinning

  • Obsessive licking or chewing (self-harm)

  • Redirected aggression (biting the leash, owner, or nearest object when overstimulated)

  • Extreme shutdown/freezing under stress

FAST. EFFECTIVE. RESULTS.

"If your dog is exhibiting any of the symptoms on my list, include them in your message along with any other unwanted behaviors & I will contact you with a plan for moving forward within 24 hours." -Preston Halford, Dog Behaviorist

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About K9 Calm

K9Calm is Dallas–Fort Worth’s most trusted dog training service, with over 10,000 dogs successfully trained. From reactivity to extreme aggression, my proven methods guarantee calm obedience when it matters most.

Service Areas

Proudly serving Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, Mesquite, Garland, Richardson, Frisco, McKinney, Irving, Carrollton,  and surrounding DFW communities. Wherever you are in North Texas, K9Calm is here to help your dog thrive.

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