Compassionate, science-based solutions that bring you and your companion together.


Who we are

The Yellow Brick Road wasn’t a shortcut. It was a journey — full of challenges, discovery, and growth. That’s what behavior change is like for dogs and their people.

There’s no magic wand, no fast fix. But there is a path. One built on understanding, trust, and compassionate guidance.

That’s what we do here. We walk it together — step by step. No ruby slippers required, just the desire to learn, the heart to connect, and the courage to keep going until you’re where you need to be.

Your journey towards better behavior starts here.

Does your companion struggle with

  • Reactivity

  • Generalized Anxiety

  • Sound Sensitivity

  • Stranger Danger

  • Impulse control

  • Vet Visits/Grooming/Handling

  • Resource Guarding

  • Fear-Based Aggression

Or other stressful/frustrating behaviors?

Request a consult

Thank you for your interest in working with Yellow Brick Road Animal Behavior! To ensure we’re the right fit to help you and your companion, please fill out the brief contact form. We personally review every request and will get back to you within 2 business days to discuss next steps.

What clients have to say

  • “She helped all of us learn how to live together as a family.”

    -Nutmeg’s Family

  • “What I love most is the fact that not only does she help whatever issue we have, but teaches us how to have a better relationship with our pets”

    -VanDrimmelen Family

  • “She was thorough, patient, clever, kind and she loved Gracie like her own. I knew after a few sessions things were getting better and Gracie was getting what she needed and all was gonna be OK. Fast forward three years later and my Gracie is one of the most well behaved, gentle, socialized dogs there is.”

    -Gracie’s Family

  • “Jolene has been incredible to work with. She has such expertise as well as empathy and this has enabled me to make significant progress with my pups.”

    -Scott Family

  • "I've learned so much about how to coexist with our fur farm, including our cats. And Jolene has never suggested things to us that are not very actionable and reasonable. Even so, when something has not quite worked , she tweaks it so it does work for us. She understands people and their pets"

    -Stillian & Cunningham Family

  • "Jolene is nothing short of fantastic to work with. Jolene's passion and knowledge is nothing short of amazing. Together, we worked through our rescue Luna's separation anxiety, but we more importantly learned how to better understand what our doggo was trying to tell us...It's been a total game changer."

    -Luna’s Family

  • "I did not know I could interact and enjoy the companionship of a dog like I do now. Jolene taught me the rationale behind different behaviors, the motivation, and how to redirect the motivation. In addition to enjoying success, I appreciate that this success comes from a place of cooperation and understanding rather than power- or fear-based approaches."

    -Charlie’s Family

  • "Old dogs can learn new tricks! Jolene helped my little old man learn some new beneficial ques. She also helped me manage some of his undesirable behaviors like resource guarding! With my other dog who is a perfect angel, we got to learn ques and also some ways to keep my cats from bugging her while she eats. 😅 I would recommend Jolene to anyone and everyone!"

    -Johnson Family