How can I manage my dog's reactive behavior?

Today, we have a listener, Lorena, who reached out with a question about her dog, Scooby. A curious and social pup, Scooby still faced reactivity during his puppy training days. In fact, he ultimately got kicked out of Puppy School for his overwhelming desire to play with other dogs.

"In dog training, tackling every issue at once is like deciding to play every position in a basketball game. Start with one, master it, then move on."

As Scooby has grown, he's become more reactive towards other dogs, leaving Lorena puzzled about whether it's aggression or something else. She describes his behavior, including a deeper growl and assertive gestures with some dogs, while being more curious and tentative with others.

Lorena shares Scooby's unpredictable reactions and her attempts to hide behind cars or bushes to avoid explosive behavior from Scooby.

Jenna breaks down all the overwhelming triggers (and pieces of the reactive dog puzzle) so that Lorena can create an action plan.

Listen in as Lorena and Jenna discuss Scooby’s goals so that Lorena can create a training plan.

Join us in this insightful episode as we navigate the world of canine reactivity and learn valuable tips for effective dog training.

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