Dog Behavior consultations for anxious dogs and their people – in San Francisco and everywhere online.
Because every dog deserves to be understood, and every guardian deserves support.
Struggling with a Reactive or Anxious Dog?
Lindsay Dellas Offers Dog Behavior Support in San Francisco and Online.
You’ve stopped going on walks. You’ve cancelled plans. You’re nervous to have people over, and every encounter leaves you feeling defeated and exhausted.
You might have tried training before. You might be wondering if your dog is beyond help, or quietly carrying thoughts you feel too scared to say out loud. Worry about rehoming. Uncertainty about the future. Whether things will ever actually get better.
That’s exactly where I come in. Together we get to the root of what’s driving your dog’s behavior so you finally have clarity, a real plan, and someone in your corner for the whole journey.
My clients don’t just see progress with their dogs. They feel understood, less alone, and genuinely hopeful again. I’m here for the hard days too, and my goal is to bring the joy back into your relationship with your dog.
How I can help
1:1 Behavior Work
Personalized, private support for you and your dog. No one-size-fits-all programs, expert guidance built around your dog’s specific needs.
anxious and reactive dogs
Your dog is overwhelmed and so are you. Get to the root of what’s driving their behavior and finally have a clear, compassionate plan forward.
senior dogs
Your loyal companion deserves to thrive in their golden years. Get the support, enrichment planning and specialist care your senior dog needs.
Hi, I’m Lindsay Dellas, a Certified Trainer and Dog Behavior Consultant (CTBC), CPDT-KA, and Fear Free Certified Professional based in San Francisco, California.
When I adopted my dog in 2014 he struggled deeply with city life.
After a terrible experience with a punitive trainer I trusted my gut, kept looking, and found a skilled behavior consultant who changed everything.
She helped me truly understand my dog and set me on a path that transformed our relationship and my entire career.
I want to pass that gift on to you.
Lindsay led by example and taught me how to better support Fig’s anxiety and reactivity
Lindsay is the BEST dog trainer.
I can’t say enough good things so I will just highlight a few of the things that stood out.
1) She is absolutely reliable, timely and professional.
2) She brought the most calming, encouraging, friendly and non judgmental energy into every training session at a time when stress levels were at a high dealing with Fig’s reactivity.
3) She led by example and taught me how to better support Fig’s anxiety and reactivity by managing my own energy and advocating for Fig’s needs
4) Lastly, she earned the nickname Zen Master because she helped me rebuild my relationship with Fig so that we were more connected, centered and attuned to each other.
Endlessly grateful for Lindsay’s guidance and training!
– Carolyn M
Things people usually want to know before booking
Do you work online or in person?
This isn’t a compromise; it’s actually the gold standard of care for anxious and reactive dogs.
Having a stranger enter your home can be incredibly stressful for a dog that is already struggling, and that stress works against everything we are trying to achieve.
In-person sessions are only available for established clients when it is deemed appropriate.
Where are you based and who do you work with?
If you have a dog and an internet connection, we can work together.
What kinds of dogs do you work with?
If your dog has been written off or you’ve been told there’s nothing you can do, please reach out.
Do you use force free methods?
How do I get started?
Every journey starts with the Initial Consultation, a 90 minute Zoom session where we go deep on your dog’s history, behaviors, environment and your goals.
You can book directly online via Acuity.
If you have questions first, you’re welcome to reach out by email or text.
EMAIL woof@gooddoghappy.dog
TEXT OR LEAVE A MESSAGE (415) 483-2265
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Your dog deserves better and so do you.
Ready to feel like yourself again and give your dog the understanding they deserve Book your initial consultation and let’s get started.
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