I'm Kathy Jo Ventrano, founder of Tailored Courage and certified dog behavior consultant. I specialize in addressing challenging behaviors with personalized, compassionate care.

I create effective behavior plans that thrive in real life, not just on perfect days. My expertise lies in designing strategies that work for everyone in your household—people and pets. I develop plans to navigate good, bad, and hectic days, understanding that life can be unpredictable.

Expertise and Compassion: My focus is on addressing problematic behaviors in dogs. I provide science-based interventions that help dogs feel more secure and instill confidence in their caregivers.

Customized Solutions: Each plan is uniquely tailored to your dog's and your family's specific needs, ensuring effective and lasting results. I meet every learner, human and four-legged, where they are, as we build a sustainable plan together.

Positive, Force-Free Approach: I exclusively use reward-based, force-free methods that prioritize your dog's well-being. My techniques never involve punishment or aversive tools. Instead, I focus on building trust and positive associations to yield results.

Flexible Services: Whether online or in person, my dedicated, one-on-one approach ensures your dog receives personalized attention and expertise, leading to sustainable, positive changes in your dog's behavior.