faq.
last updated May 2026
is this a course or a PDF?
PDF. printable. permanent. no expiring access, no login, no app.
will this work for my breed?
the methodology works for any reactive dog. breed isn't the variable — consistency is.
what equipment do i need?
the toolkit includes an equipment list. most items are under $50 total. a flat collar, a fixed-length leash, a treat pouch, high-value food. no aversive tools.
is this positive reinforcement only?
yes. no prong collars, no e-collars, no shock. methodology credited to leslie mcdevitt, patricia mcconnell, grisha stewart, karen overall, and others.
can i get a refund?
no. digital product, all sales final. once the download link is delivered the purchase cannot be reversed. the toolkit is $37 — if it doesn't help, you've lost less than dinner.
how is this different from a youtube video?
youtube gives you scattered tips. this gives you the system trainers use to organize those tips into a written plan you can run.
how is it delivered?
instant PDF download after checkout, plus a backup link by email. files are print-ready letter and A4.
what device do i need?
anything that prints letter or A4. the PDF also opens on any phone or tablet, but the point is the printed pages in your pocket.
is this a replacement for a veterinary behaviorist?
no. if your dog has bitten, is self-harming, or is severely anxious, please see a board-certified veterinary behaviorist (DACVB). belowbark is a management and training system, not medical care.