29/08/2026
What does working on dog-to-dog reactivity actually look like?
Before deciding how we’re going to approach the behaviour, we collect background information and look at your dog’s history. We work to understand what is actually contributing to the reactivity, because reactivity is a description of behaviour — not an explanation for why it’s happening.
Is there a genetic component?
Were there gaps or negative experiences during critical developmental periods?
Is fear or insecurity involved?
Is frustration or over-arousal playing a role?
Has the behaviour been rehearsed so often that your dog has become very good at it — or even gets a kick out of doing it?
We also look at the equipment you’re currently using and discuss whether it’s helping you communicate with and manage your dog effectively — or potentially making things harder for both of you.
From there, we start building skills.
That might mean better engagement with the handler, clearer communication, improving obedience around distractions, changing emotional responses, building confidence, improving impulse control, or simply creating better strategies for situations the dog currently struggles with.
And importantly, the approach won’t look exactly the same for every dog, because the reason behind the behaviour isn’t always the same.
