How to stop a highly reactive dog?
Ben Feest
2025-07-20 14:21:39
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If your dog feels fearful or anxious around other dogs or people, they may try to hide or get away from them.
If you encounter a trigger, calmly move your dog away, avoiding adding extra tension to the lead.
Try luring them away with a tasty treat or favourite toy to play with.
Consistently use reward-based training methods and keep them on a lead when needed.
Choose quiet places and times for walks, when possible, to avoid triggers while you’re working on changing their emotions.
Reward calm behaviour.
Practice focus training to help them pay attention to you.
Learn to recognise your dog's body language.
This will help you understand when they're feeling worried or frustrated.