Reactive Dog Training in Austin, TX
When walks revolve around spotting other dogs before your dog does, training needs to address what is happening outside the house—not just whether your dog can sit in the living room.
I’m Nick Moccia, owner of Full Spectrum Canine. I work with reactive and high-drive dogs to build practical skills for everyday life, while teaching owners how to continue that work at home.
Your dog learns with me. You learn alongside them—with private owner lessons every week your dog comes home.
Board and train is $1,000 per week. Many reactivity cases call for 4–6 weeks; the right recommendation comes after I meet you and your dog.
Want your dog trained for a month or for a lifetime?
I'm sure you've heard the stories. The dog gets sent away for training. They come home, and for a week, they're great. For a month, they're decent, and six months later, they're right back to where they started.
We do things differently over here, and that means owner learning is a main priority. Every week your dog comes home, we work together in a private lesson. You’ll learn what we’re teaching, practice the skills yourself and get help with whatever feels difficult at home.
You don’t need to know how to do it yet. You just need to be willing to learn. My job is to help you become confident handling your dog—so the progress we make together carries into your everyday life.
Does this sound like your dog?
Barking or lunging when another dog appears on a walk.
Pulling so hard that passing people or dogs becomes difficult.
Struggling to respond to you once something catches their attention.
Reacting to unfamiliar people, busy environments or specific situations.
Doing well at home but having a much harder time outside.
The behavior alone does not tell the whole story. I want to understand what sets it off, how intense it becomes, what you have tried, and what you need daily life to look like.
Start with an assessment, not a promise
Before recommending a program, I meet you and your dog in person. We discuss their history, your routines and the situations that cause problems. The assessment helps us decide whether we are a good fit and what a realistic training plan could involve.
Tell me about any bite history or safety concerns before we meet so I can plan the assessment appropriately. Some cases need ongoing management or a different kind of support; I will be direct about that.
What we work on
Training is tailored to the dog. Depending on the assessment, the work may include engagement with the handler, leash skills, settling, clear communication and practice around distractions at an appropriate level.
The aim is to help you navigate the situations you actually encounter. Progress also involves knowing when to create distance, manage an environment or change the plan.
I use a balanced approach and explain the methods and tools I recommend before you commit. We will discuss what that looks like for your dog and what you will need to do at home.
Board and train for reactive dogs
A board-and-train program gives us consistent time to build skills and routines. Owner coaching is part of the work: you need to understand what your dog has learned and how to apply it after the program.
Board and train is $1,000 per week. Program length depends on your dog’s history, behavior and goals. I meet you and your dog before recommending a program or accepting a booking.
The person holding the leash matters
Your dog will come home to your walks, your household and your routines. We work on your handling skills and the structure that will help you continue making progress. Consistent follow-through is part of the commitment.
Questions about reactive dog training
Can you guarantee my dog will stop reacting?
No. I can explain the training plan and what we are working toward, but I will not promise a permanent cure or a particular outcome before assessing your dog. Some dogs will continue to need management.
Is board and train the right choice for every reactive dog?
No. The assessment helps us decide whether board and train makes sense for your situation or whether another approach is a better fit. Your ability to continue the work at home also matters.
Do you work with dogs that have bitten?
I consider cases individually. Share the full history before the assessment. An inquiry does not mean automatic acceptance, and I will be honest about the limits of what I can offer.
What training tools do you use?
I use a balanced approach that may include rewards, structured routines and tools such as prong collars or e-collars when appropriate. We discuss the proposed approach during the consultation so you understand the plan before deciding.
How much does training cost?
Board and train is $1,000 per week. Many reactivity cases call for 4–6 weeks, with a program recommendation made after an in-person assessment. If another service is a better fit, we will discuss that option.
What is the next step?
Send an inquiry with a little information about your dog and your goals. We will clarify the situation and arrange a free in-person consultation if it looks like a potential fit.
You do not need to know which program to choose before reaching out. Tell me what is happening, what you have tried and what you want to change. We will start there.
