About Cooperation Canine LLC

Behavior consulting and training in Barrington

Cooperation Canine is a Barrington team of fear-free certified dog behavior consultants and trainers whose mission is to educate dog owners using science-based methods. The team works on changing a dog's emotional responses through applied behavior principles and positive reinforcement, and takes a holistic approach that looks at environment, enrichment, exercise and cognitive outlets. Every team member holds at least a CPDT-KA. Team lead Erika Lessa holds the AABP CDBT, the IAABC CDBC, the CCPDT CPDT-KA, Fear Free certification and a diploma in Canine Behavior Science & Technology; Sam Larrimer holds a CTC from The Academy for Dog Trainers and the CPDT-KA.

Services for pet dogs

The Complete Consult is required for dogs with high fear, anxiety and stress, aggression toward dogs or people, leash reactivity, resource guarding and other complex behaviors, followed by behavior modification sessions. The Bite Bundle pairs a consult with private coaching for dogs with damaging bite histories. Life Skills & Manners covers marker training, walking nicely, greeting manners and settling. Other services include OMG Puppies, Day Training, Cooperative Care, Adoption Transition Support and Behavior Euthanasia Support.

For shelters and vets

The team also offers adoptability assessments and foster dog behavior modification for rescues, behavior support for veterinary clients, pop-up behavior clinics and coaching for dog professionals.

What to ask

Ask about pricing, session formats and where appointments take place.