About Speaking Dog 101

In-home behavior modification

Speaking Dog 101 is a Cape Coral-area dog trainer offering in-home K-9 behavior modification with trainer Eric Stein, who draws on forty years of experience with dogs. The business serves Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Punta Gorda, Naples and Port Charlotte.

How Eric works

The premise is that dogs speak with body language and energy, so owners learn to "speak dog." Eric teaches A.C.E. (Attitude, Confidence and Energy) and leadership, structure and hierarchy within the pack. A first visit assesses the energy in the home, then Eric walks the dog alone to learn its behavior and build a bond before developing calm, unemotional strategies to change it. His key tip is never to reward unwanted behavior, which includes eye contact and voice: "No look, no talk, no touch."

Problems he helps with

Leash behavior, potty training for puppies and adults, biting and mouthiness, anxiety and fear of thunder, dog aggression and human aggression. He works with dogs of any age, size and breed, and travels for group seminars and presentations with custom pricing. Phone 941-662-9955.

What to ask

Ask about session pricing and how many visits a typical case needs.