Does your dog lunge, bark, growl, or snap at people or other dogs when on-leash? Leash reactivity is a common issue in dogs of all breeds and ages, and it’s one that can make leash walks stressful for both you and your dog. Learn how a few simple, positive reinforcement training and behavior modification techniques can change your dog’s perception of triggers so you and your dog can enjoy happier, calmer walks together. **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct’s kind, practical, positive reinforcement training approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/

There are 3 must-know behavior concepts for every owner of a leash reactive dog. If you can understand your dog’s threshold around triggers, their frequency of reactions, and their recovery time after a reaction occurs, you can make your behavior modification efforts a positive, low-stress experience for your dog, as well as a whole lot more efficient and successful. **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct’s kind, practical, positive reinforcement approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/

Is your dog too distracted to listen to you on walks? Teaching dogs to offer unprompted attention is one of the single most important things we need from them in order to communicate effectively. Learn how short, fun, positive reinforcement training sessions can change your dog from distracted to attentive and ready to listen, even on bustling urban streets. You'll learn: -How to get your dog to look up at you on walks, without having to say their name or call them repeatedly -How to teach your dog to automatically check in with you for help when they see something scary or upsetting. **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct’s kind, practical, positive reinforcement training approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/

Being restricted by a leash is confusing and frustrating for a lot of dogs, and can contribute to reactive, fearful, and aggressive behavior like lunging, barking, and snapping at triggers. Remove the confusion and help your dog make sense of the leash by training them how to respond to gentle leash pressure cues. **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct’s kind, practical, positive reinforcement training approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/

Walking a dog who doesn't pull, pays attention, and responds readily to your verbal and leash cues, is an absolute pleasure. Loose leash walking skills make walking your dog more pleasant, especially in crowded urban areas. They're also an important part of a successful training program for leash reactive dogs. **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct's kind, practical, positive reinforcement training approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/

Despite our best efforts, our leash reactive dogs will have to face unavoidable situations that put them too close for comfort around their triggers, causing them to lunge, bark, and growl. This is especially true in busy urban environments. These 3 defensive handling maneuvers will give you more control over your dog's reactive behavior, reducing instances of barking and lunging in a way that's low-stress for your pup: -Arc-By -U-Turn -Call-to-Front **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct's kind, practical, positive reinforcement training approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/

Leash reactive dogs lunge and bark at triggers due to feelings of fear, frustration, or anxiety. Counter-conditioning - changing your dog's emotional responses to their triggers - is the key to reducing your dog's leash reactive behavior toward people, skateboards, bicycles, or other dogs. These training exercises will pair the presence of a trigger with positive things like treats and praise, so your dog learns to feel relaxed and calm instead of agitated and upset. Just as important, your dog will learn that you're there to guide them through difficult and scary situations. **100% Free Dog Training Course** If you enjoyed this video and would like to know more about Instinct's kind, practical, positive reinforcement approach, sign up for our free online dog training course! https://onlineschool.instinctdogtraining.com/