Is your dog a Growly Greeter?

Is your dog reactive towards other dogs on walks? Do you find yourself anxious or unsure of your dog's reactions when encountering other canines? This course offers comprehensive insights and practical solutions to help manage and improve your dog's behavior.

Understand Your Dog's Behavior:

• Canine Learning Theory: Explore how dogs learn and how to leverage this knowledge for effective training.
• Positive Reinforcement: Discover the power of positive reinforcement – what it is and how to seamlessly integrate it into your daily routine.
• Reinforcement Rates: Learn the optimal frequency of rewards for maximum impact in training.
• Alternatives to Punishment: Understand the drawbacks of punishment-based methods and discover positive alternatives for driving lasting behavior change.
• Debunking Dominance Theory: Learn why the outdated concept of "dominance" is not the root cause of reactivity and how to move towards effective solutions.

Practical Training Tools:

• Marker Training: Master marker training – learn how to introduce a marker to your dog and use it effectively to communicate desired behaviors.
• Canine Body Language: Develop the ability to read your dog's body language, enabling you to recognize early signs of stress and discomfort. Learn to interpret the body language of other dogs to better understand their emotional state.

Reduce Reactivity:

By the end of this course, you'll have a practical toolkit to help your dog reduce reactivity towards other dogs. While the focus is on dog-dog interactions, the techniques are adaptable to other triggers like cars, people, and bikes. Gain the confidence and skills to navigate walks with a calmer, happier dog!