Francine Coughlin, Canine Behavior Consultant

Behavioral Consulting for Veterinary Professionals

For Veterinary Professionals and their Teams

Francine Coughlin brings a collaborative, whole-picture approach to canine behavior work, recognizing that lasting behavior change often depends on close partnership with the veterinary community. Rather than working in isolation, Francine coordinates directly with veterinary teams, including veterinary behaviorists, to ensure every dog receives care that addresses both the behavioral and medical sides of the equation.

Many behavior challenges have underlying physical or neurochemical components that can’t be resolved through training and management alone. Francine is attentive to these possibilities, and when a case calls for it, she works alongside a client’s veterinarian or refers to a veterinary behaviorist to explore medical intervention, diagnostic workups, or medication support as part of a comprehensive plan. This team-based model means clients aren’t left to navigate complex cases on their own. Clients benefit from a coordinated network of professionals all working toward the same goal.

Whether developing a customized behavior modification plan, guiding clients through day-to-day management strategies, or facilitating communication between trainers and veterinary professionals, Francine’s priority is the same: helping dogs and their families move forward safely, effectively, and with support at every step.