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When Being Nice Isn't Kind to Your Dog
Throughout life with your reactive dog, there will likely be moments when you have to choose between being nice to a stranger or being kind to your dog.
23 hours ago5 min read
Why Your Reactive Dog Is Worse in Summer (and What Actually Helps)
Reactive dogs often struggle more in summer due to heat, increased triggers, disrupted routines, and environmental overload. Learn why reactivity spikes and how to help your dog cope.
Jul 75 min read
How 5 Minutes of Play a Day Can Help Reactive Dogs and Strengthen Your Bond
New research shows that 5 minutes of daily play can strengthen your bond with your reactive dog. Learn calming games and confidence-building activities.
Jun 246 min read
Is My Dog Reactive or Aggressive? Understanding the Difference Between Reactive and Aggressive Dogs
Is your dog reactive or aggressive? Learn the key differences, why dogs bark, lunge, growl, or bite, and how to choose the right training approach for your dog.
Jun 2410 min read
What the Rescued Ridglan Beagles Can Teach Us About Fear, Socialization, and Reactive Behavior
What happens when a dog experiences grass, stairs, and home life for the first time? The rescued Ridglan beagles offer powerful lessons about fear, socialization, and reactive behavior.
Jun 145 min read
Why Your Reactive Dog Can't "Just Calm Down" (Understanding Nervous System Regulation)
Why does your reactive dog seem constantly on edge? Learn how nervous system regulation affects behavior, learning, stress, and reactivity.
Jun 26 min read
I Was Wrong About Allie: The Training Pivot That Changed Everything
As an experienced dog trainer specializing in reactive behavior, I’ve worked with hundreds of challenging cases over the years. Most of the time, I can identify what’s driving a dog’s behavior fairly quickly. However, I recently worked with a dog whose behavior completely changed my original assessment. Fortunately, I realized early on that my first assumption about this dog - named Allie - was wrong, and with guidance from my mentor, I was able to pivot the training plan and
May 185 min read
Reactive Dog Training Isn’t Just About Behavior—It’s About Changing How You See Your Dog
Struggling with a reactive dog? Discover how shifting your perspective—not just training—can help your dog feel safer and create lasting change.
Apr 233 min read
Reactivity, Ethics, and the Future of Humane Dog Training
New research links reactive dog training methods to ethical beliefs about animals. Learn what it means for positive reinforcement and behavior change.
Feb 284 min read
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