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Taylored Training and Behaviour I help reactive dogs and their owners get their lives back on track and relieve the stress of not knowing how to help their dogs or where to turn.

Please reach out to me today to start your training journey. [email protected]

If you could change ONE thing about walking your reactive dog, what would it be?Is it dogs appearing out of nowhere? Off...
12/10/2026

If you could change ONE thing about walking your reactive dog, what would it be?

Is it dogs appearing out of nowhere? Off-lead dogs running over? Getting stuck somewhere with no space to move away?

Or maybe it’s just not knowing how much distance your dog actually needs.

Walking a reactive dog can mean you’re constantly scanning and on high alert to see what’s going on around you instead of actually enjoying the walk.

So what’s the biggest thing that makes walks difficult for you and your dog?

Let me know in the comments. I read them, and it helps me know what you’re dealing with in the real world — so I can share more advice that actually helps when you’re out there with your dog.I

06/10/2026

Moving your dog away is not failing them.

If your dog is already barking and lunging, they’re not in the best place to learn.

Creating distance before they reach that point gives them a chance to settle, think and make a better decision.

That’s not avoiding the problem.
That’s good handling.

You’re putting your dog in a position where they can actually succeed — and that’s where learning happens.

🐾 Do you ever feel guilty for moving your dog away from another dog?

ReactiveDogOwner

30/09/2026

Dogs don’t always want to walk straight towards something they’re unsure about.

Sometimes they’ll curve their body away, slow down, turn their head or try to create a bit more space.

That isn’t them being stubborn or difficult. They’re communicating.

If your dog is trying to move away from something, listen to that information rather than automatically pulling them back towards it.

Giving them a bit more distance can be the difference between them coping… and them feeling like they need to react.

🐾 Does your dog try to curve away or create space when they’re uncomfortable?

29/09/2026

Dogs will normally tell you they’re uncomfortable long before they bark, lunge or kick off.

A head turn, lip lick, yawn, blink or making themselves smaller can all be ways of saying, “I’m not looking for trouble here.”

These are often called calming signals or appeasement behaviours.

But don’t get caught up looking at one tiny behaviour on its own.

Look at the whole dog.

What’s happening around them?
What have they just noticed?
What changed?

The better you get at spotting the quiet stuff, the less often your dog has to get loud to make themselves understood.

🐾 What does your dog do when they’re starting to feel uncomfortable?

Does walking your dog feel more stressful than enjoyable?Do you often find yourself watching for other dogs during walks...
22/09/2026

Does walking your dog feel more stressful than enjoyable?

Do you often find yourself watching for other dogs during walks?

Do you change your route, cross the road, or turn around to avoid other dogs because you are concerned about your dog's reaction?

You may find yourself dreading walks instead of looking forward to them.

You're not alone.

Walking a reactive dog can be exhausting. You may find yourself constantly monitoring your surroundings, trying to keep your dog comfortable, and worrying about potential incidents.

However, walks do not have to remain stressful.

With the right understanding, support, and training, you can make walks calmer and less stressful for both you and your dog.

What's the hardest part of walking your dog right now?

Please share your experiences in the comments. I look forward to hearing from you.

09/09/2026

Reactive dog owners — this is something I see a lot.

When your dog reacts, it can be very tempting to correct the behaviour in the moment.

But what is that correction actually teaching your dog?

This is Part 1 of a short series looking at some of the things I regularly see owners doing that can unintentionally make reactivity harder.

🐾 Part 2 coming next.

08/09/2026

When your dog reacts, they’re not choosing to make your life difficult.

They’re struggling with what’s happening in that moment.

Once they’re over threshold, shouting, correcting or repeatedly saying “no” doesn’t deal with the reason behind the reaction — fear, frustration, over-excitement or another big emotion.

The aim isn’t simply to stop the behaviour.

It’s to help your dog feel differently about the thing that caused it in the first place.

Your dog isn’t giving you a hard time.
They’re having a hard time. 🐾

07/09/2026

People are always going to judge what they don’t understand.
They might see your dog react and decide they’re a “bad dog”.
What they don’t see is the dog you know.
The loving one.
The silly one.
The one who feels safe with you.
And they definitely don’t see the work you’re putting in behind the scenes.
So ignore the idiots.
Keep doing what you’re doing.
Keep supporting your dog.
Keep being the owner your dog needs.
You’re doing a good job. 🐾

22/08/2026

This might not look like “training”… but it absolutely is 😊

For a dog who can be reactive or worried around people and other dogs, feeling safe enough to lie down, relax and simply watch the world is a huge achievement.

We’re not always looking for obedience, commands or constant engagement.

Sometimes the biggest sign of progress is a dog saying:

“I feel safe enough to switch off here.”

Creating these calm experiences helps dogs learn that they don’t have to react to everything around them.

And moments like this? They’re the ones we celebrate. 🥰


21/08/2026

Switch is a simple skill that teaches your dog to switch sides when walking.

Why is that useful for a reactive dog? It allows you to calmly place yourself between your dog and the trigger, creating space and managing tricky situations before they escalate.

The key? 👉 Practise when you DON’T need it, so it’s there when you DO.

Save this reel and practise “Switch” at home first 🐾

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