How do I stop my dog from lunging and barking at other dogs on walks?

Barking and lunging on leash are rarely issues of bad manners—they are almost always driven by underlying fear, anxiety, or barrier frustration. We use systematic desensitization and counter-conditioning to change how your dog feels about other dogs at a distance, teaching them how to disengage calmly.

Do you use shock collars, e-collars, or prong collars?

Never. Lakota’s Legacy is strictly force-free and science-backed, adhering to the humane guidelines established by the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB).

What is the difference between an IAABC CDBC and a standard dog trainer?

An IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) must pass a comprehensive, peer-reviewed board evaluation in animal learning science, ethology, psychology, and risk assessment to safely modify complex behaviors like aggression, severe fear, and resource guarding.

Can virtual behavior consultations really work for aggression and reactivity?

Yes. For dogs suffering from severe stranger anxiety, territorial aggression, or noise sensitivity, virtual sessions allow the consultant to assess natural behavior without spiking stress, while coaching the owner step-by-step.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2026

Lakota’s Legacy LLC ("Lakota’s Legacy," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit www.lakotaslegacy.com or use our booking, intake, and consultation services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when filling out forms, submitting behavioral intake questionnaires, scheduling consultations, or communicating via email or phone. This may include:

Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, and home physical address (for in-person Clarksville/Fort Campbell consultations).
Dog Profile & History: Breed, age, medical history, bite history, behavioral triggers, household dynamics, and veterinarian details.
Payment Details: Billing information processed securely through third-party PCI-compliant merchant processors (e.g., Stripe, Square, or Acuity Scheduling). We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
Video & Photos: Video footage or photographs of your dog and home environment submitted for behavioral evaluation and coaching review.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data solely for professional animal behavior services, including:

Evaluating behavior history and developing personalized training/management protocols.
Scheduling in-person visits and coordinating secure virtual video links.
Communicating case updates, appointment reminders, and follow-up notes.
Collaborating with your dog’s veterinary clinic (only with your prior authorization).
Processing invoices, orders, and payments.

3. Video Recordings & Client Privacy

Virtual consultations may be recorded for your private personal review. We respect your home privacy: Lakota’s Legacy will never publish or post training videos, intake notes, or identifiable client footage on social media or public platforms without your explicit prior permission.

4. Third-Party Services & Analytics

We utilize trusted third-party service providers to power our website and practice management, such as:

Website hosting platforms (e.g., Squarespace).
Intake & scheduling software (e.g., Acuity, Calendly, or Google Forms).
Payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, Square).
Basic analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to monitor website traffic and improve user experience via cookies.

These third-party platforms have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your information.

5. We Never Sell Your Data

Lakota’s Legacy does not sell, rent, trade, or distribute your personal contact information to third-party marketing firms or data brokers under any circumstances.

6. Data Security & Retention

We maintain reasonable administrative and technological safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. We retain client records and behavioral documentation as necessary to support ongoing consultations and satisfy legal and tax compliance obligations.

7. Your Rights

You may request to view, correct, or delete personal contact information from our active client communications at any time by contacting us directly.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact:
Lakota’s Legacy LLC
Clarksville, TN
Email: privacy@lakotaslegacy.com (or info@lakotaslegacy.com)
Website: www.lakotaslegacy.com