Why won't my dog leave other dogs alone?
Onie O'Keefe
2025-06-23 04:53:40
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Whether triggered by fear, anxiety, or excitement, a dog that always barks or lunges at other dogs can make your daily walks together considerably less enjoyable. If your dog is toy motivated and it’s possible and safe to have a game after the dog has passed, that can work really well too, especially if the excitement at seeing another dog is because they want to play. Once you know how to get your dog to start responding to their name by giving you their attention, you can start using this technique in the presence of other dogs. Start off a long distance from them – beyond the point where your dog would usually react. All you want your dog to do is look at you, and you will reward this. Remember that patience is very important when training any dog and you shouldn’t expect instant results. If your dog has been barking at other dogs or being reactive for a long time, it will take time, patience, and consistency to break the habit or change the behaviour. However, some dogs who are reactive and overly fearful, or who have had bad past experiences, will need more help that you can give them using the above method.
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