Tag: reactivity
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Where to start with your reactive dog – part 3 of 3
Welcome back for the third and final installment of where to even start with your reactive dog. I hope part 1 and part 2 brought you some peace and clarity. And I know to many of you it may seem like basic stuff and it can be easily overlooked. But I wouldn’t write a 3-part…
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Why you aren’t making progress with your reactive dog
A little tough love today. But I want to save you some frustration. I want things to be better between you and your dog. I see a lot of dog parents make the same mistakes and I don’t want you to do the same. This post started as an email but then I realized I…
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How to treat leash reactivity
One of the most common behavior concerns I get from dog guardians is their dog’s behavior when on leash. Many times, they are perplexed because their dog is so mild-mannered and well-behaved….but all bets are off as soon as the leash is clipped. If you find yourself hyperscanning the environment on walks, constantly on the…
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Why I don’t teach reactive dogs how to sit
Tell me what you do in this situation: You’re out for a walk with your reactive dog. It’s a beautiful day. The sun is shining. Birds are chirping. Your dog is happily sniffing the grass. But then you hear it. The jungle of a dog collar. Your zen state is interrupted and your focus turns…
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Can CBD help anxious, reactive dogs?
Are you one of the millions of guardians that give their dog CBD? I certainly have used it. Maggie, my senior dog that lived to be 15 ½ years old, was on CBD regularly to ease her joint pain. And it is my personal opinion that CBD did help her with that. I would add…
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Curious about online dog training and coaching?
Early in the year, I feel like I get more inquiries than usual for dog training. And sometimes people are surprised that I work online. When I tell them that, the next thing I hear is either “But I was really hoping for someone to be in person,” or “Really? How does that work?” You…
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Why find-it is awesome for your dog
While scrolling through Instagram, I came across the story of Violet. Violet is a small mixed breed that is being fostered by a person I follow. I follow a lot of accounts that post about dogs up for adoption, but Violet’s story stuck out to me because she had been returned back to foster care…
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Finding a dog sitter for your reactive dog
Finding a good, reliable dog sitter can make a big difference when traveling and you have to leave your dog at home. Finding the right person to care for your dog can allow you to have peace of mind on your trip. However, finding a sitter can be challenging, and even more so when you…
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Better mindset, better results with your reactive dog?
Today, I want to talk about a very important tool in your dog’s reactivity recovery: your mindset. Now before you roll your eyes and check out, keep reading. I’m not talking about “always being positive” and avoiding negative thoughts at all cost. Toxic positivity really gets under my skin. I’m not asking you to eschew…
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Lessons Learned from Reactive Dogs
When I first started my dog training career, I had never heard of the concept of reactivity in dogs. I had never experienced a dog completely losing it at the end of their leash when another dog is near. I had never dealt with a dog that was fearful of noises. And I certainly…
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