"Reactive dogs" refers to dogs that have a strong and often negative response to certain triggers, such as other dogs, people, or loud noises. They may bark, growl, or display aggressive behavior in these situations.
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This popular program is designed
for reactive dogs with mild to moderate leash aggression issues.
In the case of
leash reactive dogs, in most cases it could be that the dog is upset or uncomfortable being constrained by a leash as his ability to move away is restricted.
It can also be useful for
reactive dog clients, seeking exercise for their dog without sacrificing the training standards.
The program focuses on calming
reactive dogs using classical conditioning and positive reinforcement.
We work with
many reactive dogs and we have some great options for helping to keep you and your pet safe and secure.
Third, dog crate covers can also be used as a means to manage
highly reactive dogs which is a lot similar to having canine anxiety.
There are lots of good reads around the internet (
search reactive dogs) and some great books to help you.
In this webinar, our presenters will discuss the best practices on how to
handle reactive dogs and how to employ positive training methods to get the results you want.
Many trainers organize these classes
where reactive dogs with barrier frustration are taught new coping skills along with other dogs with similar problems.
Each book is different and reading them all will help you interpret dog body language and understand
why reactive dogs act a certain way and how to change their behavior.
I am especially interested in pack dynamics and behavior modification for
reactive dogs utilizing positive reinforcement and clicker training.
Making progress with
reactive dogs means a lot of practice — and their owners need a safe, low - stress place to work with their dogs around other dogs.
Every dog and situation is different but in my professional experience
reactive dogs sometimes do not become social butterflies but they can learn to tolerate other dogs and different stimuli.
This may seem odd, to have a food guarding or dog -
reactive dog eating in the same space as another dog.
He's helped me build confidence in many
leash reactive dogs and adult dogs that needed to learn off - leash play skills.
I would find it very difficult to live with a highly aggressive /
reactive dog in my current apartment space, for example.
Focusing exclusively on positive reinforcement - based clicker training in private training sessions with pet owners, my special interest is working
with reactive dogs and families.
Important — Our group classes are not appropriate
for reactive dogs (dogs that are aggressive to people or other dogs).
If you have a dog that is reactive (that is a dog that will lung or be aggressive towards other dogs and / or people) we encourage you to contact a trainer that specializes in
helping reactive dogs to work through that issue before attempting this class.
We are attending a class specifically for leash
reactive dogs at the local SPCA soon but any advice from you that we might be able to work on a bit ahead of time would be great.
They are both great advocates for the bully breed, and use Duke to help many fearful /
reactive dogs overcome their challenges.
Erin started working with
reactive dogs when her own dog, Butch, had issues with many different triggers.
Sniffers can help with
reactive dogs as well by focusing them on scent detection and can help build confidence in pooch's that are on the shy side!
Most reactive dog clients use a mix of at least two of these services: a behavior consultation, private lessons, group classes and working retreats at our spacious headquarters, Sweet Spot Farm in Quakertown.
In classes, dogs work one at a time and rest crated or safely in their vehicle in between searches
so reactive dogs can enjoy the activity, too
To decrease visual overstimulation, especially for
very reactive dogs, install inexpensive barriers on the «working» side of the kennels where dogs are taken in and out.
Having the unique perspective of starting as a client needing help with her
own reactive dogs, Kim works hard to incorporate her past experiences as a student with her knowledge and training to teach now.
If you have more than one dog, ensure that you are introducing the feeding ritual with your two calmest and
least reactive dogs first.