Reactivity

Four stages of the behaviour training process

Changing a behaviour is not the same as teaching new cues. With traditional cue training you can keep adding new skills and tricks for as long as you want to. Changing a behaviour is usually a process that has a…

5 Dog behaviours you shouldn’t ignore

Dogs are constantly communicating with us via their behaviour. Some messages are less urgent, but others should never be ignored. Here are 5 dog behaviours that you shouldn’t ignore in your dog!

Four reasons you shouldn’t yell at your dog!

For years we’ve been taught to yell at our dogs when they do something wrong. Not only is it likely to be ineffective, but it could actually make some problems much worse. Here are four reasons why you shouldn’t yell…

The effects of “runners high” in dogs

If your dog is constantly being told off by other dogs just for saying hello. Or, he seems immune to normal social cues, he might be experiencing runners high. In my latest blog, we discover the effects of runners high…

Rehabilitating a Reactive Dog

Rehabilitating a reactive dog can be a very rewarding, and challenging, experience. It’s also filled with uncertainties and frustrations. However with patience, understanding, and consistent training, you can be part of your dogs remarkable transformation. In this blog, I will…

How Pain Can Cause Anxiety in Dogs?

If you ever wondered how pain can cause anxiety in dogs, there are a number of ways, some possibly unexpected! When dogs experience pain, it can have a big impact on their overall emotional well-being. Experiencing pain can make them…

What is Fight or Flight in dog behaviour?

The fight or flight response in dog behaviour is an automatic response to something that is, or is perceived to be, scary. When dogs become reactive to something, their flight or flight response has been triggered. Sometimes it’s referred to…