Fearful or Anxious Dog Training

in

Oakland

Living with an anxious or fearful dog in Oakland can make everyday tasks—like going for a walk or having visitors—feel impossible. If your dog panics, startles easily, or shuts down, it’s not about obedience. It’s about survival instincts gone into overdrive.

I’m Sara Scott, a behavior consultant based in Oakland with decades of experience helping dogs regain emotional balance. I work with fearful and anxious dogs using science-backed methods and tailored plans—not pressure, punishment, or guesswork.

Let’s make life easier for both of you. Reach out and we’ll take the first step together.

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Beyond Sit. Beyond Average.
Expert behavior support for complex dogs.

Pit Bull Specialist

Built for bully breeds. Backed by experience.

Aggression Specialist

Big feelings. Clear plan. Real change.

Anxiety Specialist

Helping fearful dogs feel safe again.

Let’s Fix What’s Not Working

Not sure what’s going on with your dog—but pretty sure it’s not “just a phase”?

Whether you're dealing with reactivity, anxiety, or out-of-nowhere meltdowns, you’re in the right place. Every dog has a reason for what they’re doing—and I’ll help you decode it. I bring 25+ years of experience, deep understanding of behavior science, and a no-BS approach to helping people and dogs move forward.

Tell me what’s going on below. I’ll help you map out what’s possible—and how we’ll get there.