Using Counter Conditioning to Train a Reactive Dog

If you are searching for ways to help your reactive dog here are some simple tips. By presenting positive things in the presence of triggers you can help your reactive dog feel better about the presence of other dogs, bicycles, men, etc. Keep in mind, if your dog is reacting (barking/lunging) you are too close to their trigger. Helping our dogs to change the way they feel feel about "triggers" using positive reinforcement is the best way to help them with behavior challenges (as opposed to simply punishing them for having feelings).

[@CCOREY5]

Great advice! I did this with my female German shepherd and over time, she’d see a dog and then automatically look at me. It is a great tool, along with other things, and got us a good bit more towards less reactivity.

[@TeeyaMareeya]

This was a great in-the-moment demonstration, thank you for uploading :)

[@myyounghorses]

lovely video thank you