Canine Behaviour & Training FAQ

VONFIDEL K9 provides professional canine behaviour assessment, rehabilitation, and specialised training services. Our work includes behavioural stabilisation, temperament evaluation, advanced obedience and operational training, and professional handler development. We work with a limited number of cases at a time and accept engagements selectively, based on suitability, scope, and ethical alignment.

We are based in Sri Lanka. Our training environment is designed to support behavioural rehabilitation and professional training work in a calm, controlled setting. We work with clients locally and internationally, and consultations may be arranged at the client’s location where appropriate.

All engagements begin with an initial consultation and behavioural assessment. This ensures that the work is appropriate, properly scoped, and ethically aligned before any programme is confirmed.

For the step-by-step engagement workflow, refer to Our Process.

The temperament evaluation is a structured behavioural assessment designed to understand each dog’s emotional profile, behavioural patterns, thresholds, and learning capacity. It allows us to determine whether intervention is required, what form it should take, and what outcomes are realistically achievable.

A detailed explanation of assessment and engagement stages is available on Our Process.

We do not restrict work by breed or size. Suitability is assessed case-by-case, based on temperament, behavioural history, handler context, and the objectives involved.

Duration varies depending on the dog, the behavioural or operational objectives, and the depth of intervention required. Some cases resolve quickly; others require extended work. Timelines are defined only after assessment.

We work in specialised operational contexts, including security and protection deployments. Such engagements are highly selective and subject to strict suitability, legal, and ethical criteria. We do not offer mass placement, informal sales, or casual “guard dog” arrangements.

Yes. We support high-trust, sensitive, and high-profile requirements where appropriate. These engagements are handled with discretion, professional safeguards, and clear operational boundaries.

Yes. We offer structured education for handlers and professionals seeking advanced competence, refinement of practice, or professional development within the canine field. Course suitability is screened to ensure appropriate fit and standards.

Yes. We provide ongoing professional development through advanced programmes, seminars, and quality-assurance work designed to maintain high standards of practice.

Yes. Many programmes are designed specifically for experienced handlers seeking methodological depth, refinement, and rigorous feedback loops.

The Fidelity Method™ is our relational training system built on trust, clarity, emotional regulation, and shared purpose between dog and handler. It develops reliability through calm leadership and consistent signals, producing steadiness under pressure rather than fear-based compliance or reward dependency.

For the formal doctrine and pillars, refer to The Fidelity Method™.

Our work is grounded in behavioural science, clarity, consistency, humane practice, and trust-based relationship development. We avoid coercive handling and do not train through intimidation. Method selection is case-specific and guided by safety, welfare, and measurable outcomes.

Our core doctrine is articulated through The Fidelity Method™.

Welfare is central to our work. We maintain high standards of housing, nutrition, enrichment, and psychological care. We prioritise emotional stability, not just behavioural control. Where appropriate, we provide structured updates so owners remain aligned with the rehabilitation plan and handover requirements.

Pricing is determined after consultation and assessment, based on the scope, duration, complexity, and handling requirements of the engagement. We do not provide blanket pricing because no two cases are the same.

We accept standard professional payment methods, including bank transfer and other agreed formats. Payment details and documentation are provided during engagement.

Yes. We provide structured follow-up and guidance to ensure outcomes are stable, transferable, and maintainable in the client’s real-world environment. Where necessary, follow-up is defined as part of the programme scope.

Visits may be arranged by appointment for serious prospective clients. We do not allow unscheduled walk-ins or drive-bys, for operational, welfare, and confidentiality reasons.