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 ...

Training a reactive dog can be hard work, but having the right tools (and a bag of the best dog treats) can make the experience a whole lot easier. Reactive dogs overreact to certain stimuli in their ...

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 ...

There's no getting around it — reactivity is an incredibly challenging issue to deal with, especially if you're trying to help your dog overcome it on your own. The causes for reactivity in dogs ...

It happened in a hardware store. My Great Pyrenees puppy, Mosey, was 6 months old, had been there several times and had always been comfortable with unfamiliar dogs. But this time he barked — a big, ...

What helps reactive dogs overcome fear and anxiety when traditional obedience training falls short? According to a ...

The Local Woof is a column that’s sponsored and written by the staff of Woofs! Dog Training Center. Woofs! has full-service dog training, boarding, and daycare facilities, near Shirlington and ...

Leash reactivity is a common issue many dog owners face. It involves dogs reacting negatively to stimuli while on a leash, ...

When CC Carson moved to Missoula, Montana after finishing her master’s degree in 2017, she finally had the time and money to adopt a dog, so she started searching. Carson was drawn to Moose—a 30-pound ...

Our method goes beyond traditional obedience to foster a deep, respectful bond between the dog and the handler. This respect aids in quicker learning and builds a more trusting relationship.” — Bonnie ...