The Ineka Project

Dr. Robert Forto

Canine Behaviorist

Phone & Online Consultations
for dog behavior and training

What are the benefits of phone and online consultations?
Phone and online consultations are basically private training from a distance. During the phone and/or online consultations, Dr. Robert Forto works with you to help you understand and train your dog to learn manners as well as solve behavior problems.

What kind of problems can you help me deal with if you're on the phone?
That is variable. It depends on what the problem is, how long and why it is happening as well as what you are willing and able to do to resolve it. In many cases common dog behavior problems like house training (house soiling), stealing, jumping up, destructive chewing, digging, running away, escaping doorways, fear/shyness and separation anxiety are just some of the problems we can address.

How long does it take?
That depends greatly on your willingness and ability to do the instructed training. In most cases, when you change, so will your dog! Much like learning to prepare a meal, learn to type or any other skill, dog training is basically completing a series of steps. Once Dr. Forto has evaluated your case, he will create a step by step process to help you resolving the problem.

In some cases, however, the dog or environment are not compatible. For example, expecting a Schutzhund bred Belgian Malinois to be calm and quiet inside your home! Or a dog with NOT likely to happen. In these cases, the session is limited to a consultation.

Do I have to fill something out?
Yes. You must complete our Behavioral Fact Sheet. In some cases, we may also require a complete physical exam by your veterinarian. This will be discussed when we set your appointment day and time.
 

In all cases, we do require the following information:
Last date of vaccinations or titers/ veterinary visits
What was administered on those visits
Please prepare a list of: INCLUDE BRAND AND AMOUNT GIVEN

You work with my veterinarian?
In some cases, we do work with your veterinarian to give information so he/she can make an accurate diagnosis. Dr. Robert Forto is  NOT a veterinarians. Diagnosis of any problem must be made by your veterinarian.

At The Ineka Project, Dr. Robert Forto has been working with dogs and people for nineteen years.  Bio Link

So what dog behavior problem can't you fix?
Almost all problems can be solved. In some cases, we may refer you to a trainer in your area, instead of phone or online consultations. This is because we feel your needs will be best suited by a trainer in your area. For example, some people have learning styles which are best addressed in person.

Additionally, while we will give an opinion on what to do with dog aggression, if you are not in the Denver CO, we are unable to follow your case close enough to adequately assist you. Because aggression is widely misunderstood and misinterpreted, we do offer to assist owners with evaluating their own dog's basic temperament, skills, genetic background and abilities. This may be done by phone or online services.

We are limited to assessment and consulting options for dealing with aggression. We are not able to assist in the training or management of aggressive dogs through on-line or phone services.

FEES & HOURS:
Cost Per Session:

$ 75 - Up to 40 Minute Phone Session or email response of up to 500 words.

$115 - Up to Ninety Minute Session or e-mail response which may include  handouts, and personalized directions/instruction.

$45 - Per 30 minute session after the first ninety minute session or a second
e-mail response.

Answers will be facilitated by inclusion of application for training, medical background, purchase/ adoption information and background and details of the current problem.

Times By Appointment:
Weekdays, Evenings & Saturdays
You may contact our office to schedule an appointment by phone.
We can provide online visual instruction through Yahoo Messenger and MSN Messenger Services.
 

Call today 303-522-1727 to set up your appointment!