Services
Just 3 steps
to a better life with your dog
01
Initial Consultation on Zoom:
Get to understand your dog’s WHY
02
Continue with an
in-home Behavior or
Puppy Package.
03
Need more help?
Add-on sessions is the way to go.
We believe in simplicity & affordability.
The Dog Talker has been offering successful Signature Programs for the past 4 years. Having closely monitored the needs of past clients, Vivi has found a way to resize the programs and turn them into packages that meet the average needs of most clients. This means they are now also more affordable but with the same value and customized content.
Our Behavioral Wellness & Puppy Welfare Packages below give you immediate tools to get started on improving your dog’s behavioral wellness/welfare. Designed to help you and your dog build mutual trust, understanding, and navigate life in a more confident & harmonious manner, the packages are stepping stones into a new world for you both.
If you need more help after a package, simply continue with Individual Add-on Sessions.
Our Signature Packages
What Sets Us Apart
Understanding, compassion, empathy, and meeting dogs and people where they are shape the way we work. These aren't just words—they’re the foundation of every client interaction. We believe in speaking the TRUTH about dogs, building real relationships and behavioral wellness, and making it easy for you to get the results you’re looking for.
Meeting Humans & Dogs Where They Are
Everything we do is built around understanding your needs, as well as your dog’s, and helping you succeed—because when you & your dog thrive, so do we.
A Focus On Welfare & Behavioral Wellness
We hold our work to high standards. Total welfare for dogs is our ultimate goal in every client transaction. Because behavioral wellness leads to happier dogs and happier humans.
Reliability You Can Count On
We follow through, believe in honest communication, and show up when it matters. Consistency, integrity, and professionalism is part of our promise.
Cutting Edge Evolutionary Approach
Family Dog Mediation@ and Applied Ethology lead the way forward in animal welfare science. We work hard to bring predictability and behavioral diversity to captive, domesticated dogs - and educate humans on their dogs’ needs.
The 5 Domains of Animal Welfare
It’s the heart of everything we do. Because it matters more than ever before.
Real change
starts and ends with YOU.
Your dog needs you to step up and become a
Communicator
Protector
Life guide
Are YOU ready to EVOLVE?
Step 1: Where We Start
All services start with an Initial Consultation/L.E.G.S.@ Assessment on ZOOM.
Fee: Behavior: $250 | Puppy: $225
This is a 2 hour behavior consultation where we dig deep and get to the bottom of what is going on from your dog’s perspective.
❋ To get a better understanding of WHO he really is
❋ And WHY he does what he does
❋ Thereafter, we discuss your goals and HOW to help you both navigate life better together
After the consultation, we set about our work which takes place in your home for the greater Charleston SC area - or on Zoom if you don’t live in Charleston SC.
NOTE:Bundle & Save: Purchase any Behavior or Puppy Package TOGETHER with The Initial Consultation and SAVE $50!
What is L.E.G.S.®?
L.E.G.S.® is a scientific model which helps us understand the ROOT of a given dog’s behavior.
L.E.G.S.® is an acronym for Learning - Environment - Genetics - Self. It is the model I work from as a Licensed Family Dog Mediatior®
With this framework, we leave no stone unturned and examine all the variables that contribute to a dog’s behavior problems before deciding WHAT needs to be done to change things for the better.
The L.E.G.S.® model was created by Kim Brophey who is also the founder of Family Dog Mediation®, an Applied Ethologist, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, and worldwide sought-after speaker and expert on dog behavior.
Kim’s life-long work with dogs has culminated in thousands of dog professionals (dog trainers, veterinarians, shelter staff, etc.) taking her very extensive course on Applied Ethology and Family Dog Mediation® to become Certified (with the option of applying for Licensure) Family Dog Mediators®.
Family Dog Mediation® was founded in 2020. It is the EVOLUTION of Dog Training and it is reshaping how we view, interact, and live with dogs.
We are currently more than 3000 (and the number continues to grow) Family Dog Mediators® around the world, the majority here in the US.
Step 2:
Our Behavioral Wellness Programs
- Help for aggression/reactivity/resource guarding, fear/anxiety, etc.
After the Initial Consultation/L.E.G.S.® Assessment (see above), choose one of our Behavior Programs below (single dog or multiple dogs) designed to help you move forward with confidence, and teach you & your dog how to navigate life together on a whole new level.
If you need more help after a Behavior Package, choose Single Add-on Sessions.
Behavioral Wellness Program
1 Dog: $900
NOTE: Initial Consultation REQUIRED first!
Purchase this program + the Initial Consulation together (see our Bundle) and save $50!!
3 x 60-90 mins In-home Sessions
Customized Comprehensive worksheet program with resources, video library, behavior plan, homework, etc. - shared with you on Google Drive - YOURS FOR LIFE!
FULL support between sessions (text, email, phone)
FREE access to our ebook on Reactivity
Discount on additional sessions
Behavior Modification (as needed)
Basic Training (as needed)
HACKS - practical solutions to behavior problems (used ONLY in Family Dog Mediation®)
Complimentary clicker + treat bag
In-home sessions typically take place every 2-4 weeks
Program must be completed within 4 months of purchase date
Behavioral Wellness Program
2 + Dogs: $1255
NOTE: Initial Consultation REQUIRED first!
Purchase this program + the Initial Consulation together (see our Bundle) and save $50!!
4 x 60-90 mins In-home Sessions
Customized Comprehensive worksheet program with resources, video library, behavior plan, homework, etc. - shared with you on Google Drive - YOURS FOR LIFE!
FULL support between sessions (text, email, phone)
FREE access to our ebook on Reactivity
Discount on additional sessions
Behavior Modification (as needed)
Basic Training (as needed)
HACKS - practical solutions to behavior problems (used ONLY in Family Dog Mediation®)
Complimentary clicker + treat bag
In-home sessions typically take place every 2-4 weeks
Program must be completed within 6 months of purchase date
Bundle and save $50!
Purchase any Behavior Program together with the Initial Consultation and save $50!!
1 Dog: $1100 ($900+250-50)
2 + Dogs: $1455 ($1255+250-50)
Step 2:
Our Puppy Welfare Programs
- For puppies aged 8 wks - 15 months.
After the Initial Consultation/L.E.G.S.® Assessment (see above), choose one of our Puppy Packages below (single puppy) designed to help you move forward with confidence, and teach you & your pup how to navigate life together on a whole new level.
Puppy WelfareProgram
BASIC: $800
Incl. Potty training, crate training, biting/nipping/jumping + Basics like Sit, Down, Come, Stay, etc.
NOTE: Initial Consultation REQUIRED first!
Purchase this program + the Initial Consulation together(see our Bundle) and save $50!!
3 x 90 mins In-home Sessions
Customized Comprehensive worksheet program with resources, video library, behavior plan, homework, etc. - shared with you on Google Drive - YOURS FOR LIFE!
FULL support between sessions (text, email, phone)
FREE access to our ebook on Reactivity
Discount on additional sessions
Basic Training (as needed)
HACKS - practical solutions to behavior problems (used ONLY in Family Dog Mediation®)
Complimentary clicker + treat bag
In-home sessions typically take place every 2-4 weeks
Program must be completed within 4 months of purchase date
Puppy Welfare Program
INTENSIVE: $1270
Incl. Leash walking + Socialization + Potty training, crate training, biting/nipping/jumping + Basics like Sit, Down, Come, Stay, etc.
NOTE: Initial Consultation REQUIRED first!
Purchase this program + the Initial Consulation together (see our Bundle) and save $50!!
3x 60 mins In-home Sessions
2 × 60 mins leash walk/outdoor socialization
Customized Comprehensive worksheet program with resources, video library, training plan, homework, etc. - shared with you on Google Drive - YOURS FOR LIFE!
FULL support between sessions (text, email, phone)
FREE access to our ebook on Reactivity
Discount on additional sessions
Basic Training (as needed)
HACKS - practical solutions to behavior problems (used ONLY in Family Dog Mediation®)
Complimentary clicker + treat bag
In-home sessions typically take place every 2-4 weeks
Program must be completed within 6 months of purchase date
Bundle and save $50!
Purchase any Behavior Program together with the Initial Consultation and save $50!!
Puppy BASIC: $975 ($800+225-50)
Puppy INTENSIVE: $1445 ($1270+225-50)
Step 3:
Single Add-on Sessions
- If you need more help after a package.
Having completed a Behavior or Puppy package, it is possible you may need more sessions to reach your goals. In our experience, most clients only need 3-4 sessions and are able to continue working on the tools they were given after that.
However, in cases with severe behavioral issues, or if you need your puppy to learn more, you may need extra help. That’s where Single Follow-up Sessions come into play.
Choose 1, 2, or 3 Add-on Sessions below.
Individual Add-on Sessions:
1 × 60 mins Behavior Session: $250
1 × 60 mins Puppy Session: $225
NOTE: Initial Consultation REQUIRED first!
You can purchase as many single sessions as you like if you don’t wish to invest in a Behavior or Puppy Package.
Add-on Session Package:
NOTE: This Add-on Session Package is ONLY for clients who have invested in a Behavior or Puppy Package!
2 × 60 mins Behavior Sessions: $475 (save $25)
2 × 60 mins Puppy Sessions: $425 (Save $25)
NOTE: Initial Consultation + a Behavior or Puppy program REQUIRED first!
Add-on Session Package:
NOTE: This Add-on Session Package is ONLY for clients who have invested in a Behavior or Puppy Package!
3 × 60 mins Behavior Sessions: $700 (save $50)
3 × 60 mins Puppy Sessions: $625 (Save $50)
NOTE: Initial Consultation + a Behavior or Puppy program REQUIRED first!
