If you're keen to learn about reactivity in dogs, the chances are you've got a reactive dog on your hands. If that's the case, firstly: welcome, and secondly: you're in the right place. Owning a ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images How can you help support your reactive dog? It’s something many dog parents ...

Helping a reactive dog is about understanding what fuels them. Most reactive behavior stems from panic or confusion, not defiance. Progress comes faster when the focus is shifted to better timing, ...

In the video above, you’ll meet Penny, a shelter dog struggling to get adopted due to her kennel reactivity. When people walk by, she barks and lunges—making it hard for potential adopters to see her ...

Leash reactivity is a common issue many dog owners face. It involves dogs reacting negatively to stimuli while on a leash, often due to certain owner habits. Understanding and adjusting these ...

A woman who was often brought to tears by her reactive dog's behavior made the difficult decision to introduce a puppy into the family, and now they are an inseparable duo. In February 2022, Rocky, a ...

When you’re reactive, your feelings depend on external events outside your influence or control. Whether you have a good or bad day depends entirely on what happens to you and around you. The weather, ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – A 22News viewer shared her story about Barkley, a reactive dog who doesn’t get to do normal things. A reactive dog may become difficult to control if in a heightened emotional ...

Animal shelters say the number one reason animals are abandoned or surrendered to a shelter is financial hardship. The second is behavioral issues. That’s where training comes in and there are a lot ...