About Canine Behavioral Services Inc.

Behavior training in Hope Valley

Canine Behavioral Services is a family-owned dog behavior training business and state-licensed kennel on 5+ country acres in Hope Valley. It describes itself as a force-free canine behavior training company focused on behavior modification and real-world behavior. The company was founded in 1996 and incorporated in Rhode Island in 2006, and it serves Southern Rhode Island and New England, with services available nationwide.

Programs

The Basic Manners Puppy Workshop runs in two levels for pups 8 to 18 weeks old. Canine Manners Camp treats mild behavior issues, while Canine Behavior Training is its expert program that accepts aggression cases. Pack Cohesion Therapy serves multi-dog households, and a Littermate Syndrome program handles two or more dogs. Private sessions, board and train and a DayTraining Camp for foundational training are also offered.

Philosophy and trainer

The company says dogs learn best through structure, clarity and consistent leadership, and works to make owners calm, confident and consistent leaders. Owner and Lead Behavior Consultant Brian Manning is a CPDT-KA with over 20 years of professional canine behavior experience, including extensive work with aggressive, fearful and reactive dogs.

What owners say

One Warwick client wrote: "The work they did last year with our dog, has literally saved her life."

What to ask

Ask about program pricing, financing options and board and train lengths.