Connected Transitions
Where pet training and behavior support meet real life
Life changes — moving, loss, a new baby, illness, new chapters. Or a pet who suddenly can’t move through the world the way they used to. In those moments, things can feel unsteady for both of you.
This service is here to help you and your pet find your footing again. Not just through training, but through support, understanding, and a plan that meets you where you are. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
What Has Life Thrown at You
- You’re bringing a baby home and want your pet to feel safe and included
- Your pet is aging, slowing down, or losing vision or hearing
- You’ve had a medical change—yours or theirs—and everything feels different now
- Your home environment has changed (new floors, new layout, new people)
- Your pet seems more anxious, reactive, or shut down than before
- You’re trying your best, but something just isn’t working anymore
Other Transitions We Support
Family & Household Changes
- Bringing home a new baby or foster child(ren)
- Blending families or new partners moving in
- Guests staying long-term
- Children learning to safely interact with pets
- Changes in routine, work, or school schedules
- Primary caretaker moving or away long-term
- Rehoming
Medical & Health Challenges
- In-home caregiving or medical equipment
- Recovery after surgery (pet or human)
- Mobility changes (stairs, flooring, access)
- Chronic illness adjustments
- End-of-life support and comfort planning (pet or human)
- Mobility devices and medical equipment
Environmental Changes
- Moving to a new home
- Remodeling or construction
- Loss of familiar spaces (yard changes, flooring removal)
- New animals in the home
Pet-Specific Transitions
- Aging and senior pet support
- Vision or hearing loss adaptation
- Post-injury or post-surgery support
- Learning new surfaces (hardwood, tile, ramps, stairs)
- Introducing assistive equipment (harnesses, slings, booties)
Emotional & Behavioral Shifts
- Increased anxiety, clinginess, or shutdown
- Reactivity changes due to stress or environment
- Loss of a companion animal
- Trauma recovery and rebuilding safety after accidents or injuries
- Loss of a human family member
And more…
Life happens. Whatever transition you’re experiencing, chances are, we can help! Just reach out.
Why Work with Me?
I look at the whole picture:
- Your pet’s behavior and emotional state
- Your stress, capacity, and support system
- The environment and how it’s shifting
- The relationship you’ve built together
From there, we create a plan. Simple, not rushed. Just doable, supportive, and real.
What’s included in a Connected Transitions
- In-home sessions and/or virtual options for flexibility
- A personalized plan based on your specific transition
- Practical steps you can actually follow
- Environmental setup ideas that make life easier
- Support as things evolve, not just a one-time fix
- A space where you don’t have to have it all together
Plus:
- Ongoing support between sessions (as needed)
- Adjustments as real life unfolds
This is collaborative. You’re being supported, never judged.
The goal is to help your pet feel safe again, help you feel less alone in it, and to move through change without losing each other.
Your first step to get support
We start with a discovery call to discuss the transition:
- We’ll talk through the changes
- Identify the biggest challenges
- See if this feels like the right fit
Text or Call 541-714-5830 or email me at Dodie@SimplyPawesomePets.com to schedule!
Initial Transition Consultation (60-90 minutes)
- Deep dive into what’s changing and what’s feeling hard
- Full assessment (behavior, environment, emotional context)
- Immediate support strategies
- Clear next steps
This is not a quick consult—it’s a foundation
Initial Consultation (In-Person)
$180 (60-90 minutes)
Follow-Up Sessions
$145
Initial Consultation (Virtual)
$140 (60-90 minutes)
Follow-Up Sessions
$95 (45-60 minutes)