Ep 124 Dog Reactivity: What to Do In the Moment When Your Dog Reacts

About this episode

This episode discusses strategies for managing dog reactivity in the moment.

Does your dog’s reactivity leave you feeling absolutely clueless when you’re in the moment with no idea what to do or how to help? Owning a reactive dog can be incredibly challenging and often isolating, but we’re here to tell you that you’re not alone! This week, we’re discussing reactivity and giving you our top tips to help your dog when you’re in the moment. By breaking everything down into 3 easy to follow steps, we’ll explore some strategies to show your dog that they have more control ...

People in this episode

Host: Dr Tom Mitchell

Topics covered

• dog reactivity
• dog training
• behavior strategies
• pet ownership
• reactive dogs

Keywords

• dog reactivity
• training tips
• behavior management
• reactive dog
• pet care

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