Slowing down or stopping your dog's movement towards a trigger is a crucial skill in managing their reactivity.
The Figure 8 exercise can indeed be a valuable tool for helping to calm a stressed or over-aroused dog.
Understanding how your own behavior influences your dog's reactions is crucial for managing reactivity and promoting positive behaviors.
Training your dog to walk on a loose leash is indeed a valuable skill that enhances both their walking experience and your bond.
Pattern games provide you and your dog with a familiar structure to navigate distracting environments.
Leash tension can trigger reactive behavior in dogs.
Stopping when your dog stops is a simple but effective strategy to enhance safety, build trust, and prevent reactivity during walks.