About Rosie's Tail Training
We believe every dog deserves a chance to feel safe
Serving Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia with science-based, compassionate in-home training
Meet Max Seifert, CDBC
Behavior Specialist Focused on Aggression
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to understand animals — not just teach them tricks, but help them behave predictably and safely in the world. My early experience in horse training and dog-assisted therapy gave me a foundation in reading subtle behavioral signals and managing stress responses before they escalate.
But it was behavior rehabilitation that became my focus, especially for dogs whose reactions had real consequences.
I developed our Connection Over Control method to meet these complex cases with structure, clarity, and evidence-based behavior modification.
Cases we specialize in
- Dogs who have bitten other dogs
- Dogs owners feared might escalate into a bite
- Dogs whose reactivity has limited their family's life
- Dogs who are suffering from severe anxiety
What makes our approach different
Aggressive behavior isn't a nuisance or a funny quirk. It is a risk. That means our work starts with assessment. Every plan is designed around real-world context, thresholds, and proactive management so you can prevent escalation before it happens.
We don't promise magic or guarantees — we promise:
- Clear understanding of why aggression occurs
- Tools to manage and reduce risk
- Practical ways to improve predictability and control
- Realistic expectations set with you, not for you
You deserve training that respects how serious this is — and how human it feels.
Credentials that matter
Handling aggression cases requires experience, judgment, and commitment to safety. That's what every client interaction centers on.
Certified by the IAABC
CDBC
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
CDBC — IAABC
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant — behavior specialization recognized internationally
CPDT-KA
Certified Professional Dog Trainer — proven training fundamentals
BAT Instructor
Certified Behavior Adjustment Training Instructor — science-backed work with fearful and reactive dogs
AKC CGC Evaluator
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator — reinforcement of reliable behaviors in structured settings
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