Behavior Modification Consulting for Dogs
Pet First Aid and CPR Certification
Legislative Policy Advisor and Expert Witness
Professional Business Development and Mentorship
At Beyond Canine Learning, we specialize in cutting-edge, humane behavior modification techniques rooted in science and positive reinforcement. Led by Leslie Csokasy, a certified canine behavior consultant, legislative advisor, and expert witness, we provide expert guidance for dog professionals, pet businesses, policymakers, and legal teams. Whether you’re a trainer, behavior consultant, daycare operator, or pet business owner seeking mentorship, a lawmaker crafting effective animal welfare policies, or an attorney needing expert testimony in behavior-related cases, Beyond Canine Learning delivers the expertise, education, and support you need. Our mission is to elevate industry standards, promote humane practices, and empower professionals through evidence-based solutions that create lasting, positive change for dogs and the people who care for them.
Experience meets Passion.
There is so much more to dogs than eat, play, and woof. Cookie cutter classes and social influencer hype are more flashy entertainment than venues for real results. Whether you are a canine professional yourself, looking for support from a seasoned woof professional or just looking for the best coach for Spot, Beyond Canine Learning delivers because we are passionate, experienced and dedicated our careers to knowing the stuff that make dogs really woof.
Behavioral Assessment & Training
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Customized for you, your family and your dog.
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Experienced and skilled at addressing a wide range of behavior topics
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Tackle the Tough Things: Impulsivity, Reactivity, Aggression, Separation Anxiety, Fear
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Positive, relationship-based training approaches used.
Our in-depth behavioral assessments and customized training programs are designed to address specific issues such as impulsivity, reactivity, and separation anxiety, promoting positive behavioral changes in dogs. Following our initial meeting and assessment, we can meet in your home, in our private studio in Bothell or over zoom or another online platform. Following the assessment we customize your dog's learning to fit your needs, lifestyle, budget and goals. These will likely be packages, individual sessions or a combination dependings on skill level, commitment and desired outcomes.
Positive Reinforcement Techniques
We specialize in using positive reinforcement techniques to foster desirable behaviors and reshape negative patterns, creating a harmonious relationship between dogs and their human companions. We will not use aversives, even mild ones, like shock and prong collars. We will help fade out treat rewards to focus on consistent life rewards.
Expert Witness & Legislative Consultant
Beyond Canine Learning brings unmatched expertise in legislative policy consulting and expert witness testimony, helping lawmakers, attorneys, and policymakers navigate complex animal welfare, breed-specific legislation, and pet industry regulations.
With experience advising state and federal lawmakers across Washington, Oregon, West Virginia, Florida, and Kansas, Leslie advises in the authorship of evidence-based policies that balance business needs and humane animal care. As a certified Dog Behavior Consultant, she also provides science-backed expert witness testimony in cases involving dog bites, aggression, training disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and animal welfare violations. Her unique combination of behavioral expertise and policy experience ensures that both legislation and legal proceedings are grounded in current canine science and best practices. Whether shaping policy, strengthening legal cases, or providing critical analysis for regulatory compliance, Beyond Canine Learning delivers the trusted expertise needed for informed, just, and effective outcomes.
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Pet Business Development and Mentorship
Beyond Canine Learning provides comprehensive mentorship and business development services for both aspiring and established pet professionals. Leslie Csokasy offers expert guidance to help you build a successful, ethical, and legally compliant pet-forward operation. Aspiring dog trainers and behavior consultants can benefit from mentorship in training methodology, behavior modification cases, and client communication strategies, helping them gain confidence and credibility in the industry. Established professionals can access strategic business consulting including marketing development, program design, risk management, and operational efficiency to scale their services and strengthen their brand. Leslie's extensive experience in both canine behavior and business operations provides a unique perspective that addresses the technical and entrepreneurial challenges facing modern pet professionals. With personalized support tailored to your goals, Beyond Canine Learning equips pet professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in a competitive market.
Pet CPR/First Aid Certification
Every pet owner's worst nightmare is facing an emergency and not knowing what to do. Equip yourself with essential life-saving skills through our Pet CPR/First Aid certification classes conducted by a certified instructor, ensuring the safety and well-being of companion animals in emergencies. Through engaging, in-person learning and hands-on experience, you'll master life-saving techniques including CPR, choking response, wound care, and emergency stabilization. These interactive sessions provide real-world practice with training mannequins so you can learn the proper techniques in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Whether it's a choking incident, heatstroke, or sudden injury, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to provide critical care before reaching the vet. Our certification classes are offered by contract to organizations and businesses interested in providing this valuable training to groups—including employees, volunteer corps, or as a job requirement for animal care professionals. Don't wait for an emergency to wish you'd been prepared—invest in the skills that could save your pet's life
