The beginners guide to leash reactivity in dogs! My personal collection of information and resources
With speculation of lockdown easing at the beginning of next month, I thought it would be a great time to start some crate training again. With me being home 24/7 Jasper hasn't really been alone much and without the right training, going back to work will be a nightmare (for both of us!)
Find out more about the benefits of crate training and how you too can get started!
>>http://leashaggressiontraining.com/crate-training/
Counter conditioning for reactive dogs is one of the best way to change how your dog feels about external triggers (other dogs, people, skateboards etc). Discover 8 of my top tips for success when it comes to counter conditioning!
>>http://leashaggressiontraining.com/counter-conditioning-in-dogs/
Head halter training is great for reactive dogs or those generally distracted by external stimuli and the environment. A head halter can help you direct your dogs attention from the environment back to you, allowing you to create space.
Join me and Jasper and learn the best way to train a dog wearing a head halter or a muzzle this over quarantine.
>>http://leashaggressiontraining.com/head-halter-training/
Do you struggle with a dog that takes you for a walk? Pulling around might be cute to start with but after a while it can become an arm workout, especially if you have a larger dog like mine!
Click through to learn my 4 top tips for calm dog walking!
>>leashaggressiontraining.com/calm-dog-walking/
Do you struggle helping a reactive dog find calm on walks? Does your dog's arousal levels shoot up when surrounded by distractions? Teach your dog this one trick, allowing them to feel calmer in stressful situations.
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/helping-a-reactive-dog-find-calm/
With lockdown rules still around, some dogs are starting to feel the lack of physical exercise from one daily walk, discover how you can use mental stimulation at home to alleviate your dog's boredom and to keep them out of trouble over quarantine!
The first thing me and Jasper are starting to work on is building attention and engagement with hand feeding in areas he'd find distracting. Find out why using a primary reinforcer is super effective in strengthening the behaviour you want and why you should be doing it too while you have the time!
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/quarantine-hand-feeding/
Hand feeding is one of the best ways to engage your dog, you are using a primary reinforcer to bring attention back to you.
To prevent losing my mind I'm writing a Quarantine Diary for a Reactive Dog...
Just writing about things me and Jasper shall be working on while we've got all this extra time with quarantine rules. Over the next few weeks find out how we're going back to basics and rebuilding our foundation! Don't miss an opportunity to use this time wisely!
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/quarantine-diary/
New Blog Post!
Hope you're all staying safe and enjoying the extra time with your dogs! Why not use this time to learn more about reactive dog behaviour so you can become the perfect dog guardian for your reactive dog!
>>http://leashaggressiontraining.com/reactive-dog-body-language/
Learn how to create calmness in your dog during these stressful times. Discover how you too can encourage your dog to settle down instead of causing havoc during quarantine.
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/creating-calmness/
Take this social distancing as a chance of creating calmness in your dog. Calmness is important for dogs, find out why and how you can train this today!
Improving leash skills indoors during quarantine with this fun and simple game!
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/improving-leash-skills-indoors/
What better time than now to work on improving leash skills? Why not spend this extra time improving your leash skills indoors with this fun activity!
Quarantine is a perfect time to brush up on some foundation skills with your reactive dog. Discover 3 foundation exercises for reactivity and find how you can practice them indoors!
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/foundation-exercises-for-reactivity/
Foundation exercises for reactivity are crucial! Discover why they are important and which 3 skills and behaviours I recommend strengthening and developing!
Do you struggle with a distracted reactive dog? With this one trick you can get your dog to engage and focus on you around distractions. Read more below!
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/helping-a-reactive-dog-find-calm/
It doesn't have to be so hard walking a reactive dog. Discover a simple trick to helping a reactive dog find calm and look at you for guidance on walks.
Quarantine life getting crazy for you and your dog right now? Find out indoor alternatives to exercise and stimulate your dog to keep them calm during these times.
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/exercising-a-reactive-dog/
Exercise is an important part of a dogs life, so how do we go about exercising a reactive dog in a time of self-isolation and staying indoors? Read on...
Trigger stacking in reactive dogs is a common problem that many untrained owners don't realise until it's too late! Could you be part of the problem?? Find out below...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/trigger-stacking-in-reactive-dogs/
Trigger stacking in reactive dogs is a common problem that many untrained owners don't realise until it's too late! Could you be part of the problem??
Hi all,
Hope everyone is keeping safe during this chaotic time we seem to find ourselves in. I've written a "Social Distancing mini-series" to keep myself busy, 4 posts on things you can be doing at home with your reactive dog to strengthen and develop crucial skills for the outdoors and to keep you sane!
Find out more about....
- indoor exercise and stimulation
- improving leash skills with simple games
- important foundation exercises for reactivity
- creating calmness
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/social-distancing-with-a-reactive-dog-series/
An exercised dog has less energy stored for unwanted behaviours, they have a calmer state of mind which allows them to think clearly and make the right decisions.
Many dogs don't get adequate exercise and some people struggle to exercise a reactive dog as much as they struggle with walking one.
Exercise is vital for all dogs, but to exercise a reactive dog and those with behaviour issues is crucial. So how do you exercise a reactive dog properly?
A dog finds it difficult to understand when they are over excited. In states of excitement they make mistakes and let their emotions get the better of them, this is why its important to helping a reactive dog find calm!
Teaching a dog to work through these distractions is important because if you're dog can be in a calm state of mind around other dogs then it is easier for you to communicate.
Click the link below and discover how you can easily be helping your reactive dog find calm...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/helping-a-reactive-dog-find-calm/
The struggle of walking a reactive dog is definitely real!!! 😂
I've been there before and I know what it's like but there is a way through it, you just need some time and a boatload of patience.
Here are 5 of my current top tips for walking a reactive dog that you can implement into your leash
Walking a reactive dog can be more of a daily chore than the fun it's made out to be. Here are 5 of my top tips to when it comes to walking a reactive dog.
Having a dog that pulls on the leash and dictates where to go is easy to overlook to start with, but after a while it can get annoying.
Having a reactive dog you want to encourage calm dog walking, this means the ability to be calm around triggers when in public.
Click the link below for my 4 top tips for calm dog walking, including techniques you can start implementing today...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/calm-dog-walking/
Being on high alert when walking your dog isn't fun. Constantly having your head on a swivel and wanting to get back home can be very common.
It doesn't have to be like that! Discover more about leash reactivity in dogs and get a basic understanding about the issue and how you can start to overcome it.
Click the link below to read more about leash reactivity in dogs...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/beginners-guide-leash-reactivity-in-dogs/
I don't know about you but off-leash dogs can be the bane of my life!
When living with a reactive dog, stumbling on an off-leash dog can cause a huge panic in both you and your dog.
A big portion of this "community" unfortunately don't take the time to fully train their dog and this can lead to unwanted incidents.
Click the link below to help discover how you can deal with off-leash dogs...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/dealing-with-irresponsible-dog-owners/
Counter conditioning in dogs is one of the most popular methods to desensitize your dog against triggers.
Changing the mindset to think of the trigger as a positive experience can be a long road and takes a lot of patience but it can be done!!
Click below for some tips on working with counter conditioning in dogs....
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/counter-conditioning-in-dogs/
Do you have to live with the struggle of having a reactive dog? The embarrassment of dealing with constant lunging and barking when out on walks?
Your dog may seem rude and aggressive but chances are there is an underlying cause.
Click the link below and learn more about leash reactive warning signs and triggers and discover what your dog is really trying to tell you...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/leash-reactive-warning-signs/
An excited dog can be dangerous, disturbing and can make a lot of mistakes, especially when out in public around distractions.
Leash training in dogs is crucial as it can help them find calm knowing exactly what is expected of them. A lot of dogs pull on the leash because they haven't been taught how to really walk on the leash, it's just communicated in yanking on the leash.
Click the link below and learn why it's so crucial improving your leash skills as an owner of a reactive dog.
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/leash-training-for-dogs/
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Walking a reactive dog can be stressful and downright tiring. Along with being on high alert, just like your dog you too will make mistakes.
If you are struggling to make progress when it comes to leash reactivity in dogs then maybe you are at fault of making one of these simple mistakes.
Check to see if you are accidentally hindering your dogs own progress
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/walking-a-reactive-dog-pt1/
Are you setting your dog up for success when it comes to leash reactive dog training?
Make sure you have these essential products to ensure the safety and management of your pup!
Click the link below to find out more...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/best-products-for-leash-reactive-dog-training/
Having a reactive dog or one that is one high alert can be stressful 😤Training a calm state of mind is essential when working on leash reactivity
Click the link below to find out how you can teach self-control and a calm state of manner when around other triggers.
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/sit-and-stay/
Do you feel like you're walking your dog, or your dog is walking you?
Learn more about reactivity distance and how you can teach self-control and stop dog pulling on the leash with 3 easy methods.
Click the link below to read on...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/how-do-i-stop-my-dog-pulling/
Do you have a dog that has an issue with leash reactivity? 🙃That pulls and barks and lunges at other dogs, children, bikes and more?!
Find out more about this issue and how you can work with your dog to create a plan of action to overcome this.
Click the link below to read now...
http://leashaggressiontraining.com/beginners-guide-leash-reactivity-in-dogs/
Achieving calm dog walking isn't something that should be as hard as it seems.
After taking time to figure everything out I hit an "aha moment" and everything feel into place.
Click to discover my top 4 tips that helped me regain control of my walks!
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After adopting my rescue Staffy I realised that he had a few behaviour issues including leash reactivity to other dogs. I scoured the internet looking for how to help my dog and found some great information. To help others I have put everything together to hopefully provide you with the information you need to reduce leash reactivity.
