No Bad Dogs Podcast E307- Your Leash Reactivity Blueprint- Everything You Need To Know About Leash Reactivity
Jun 1, 2025
Leash reactivity can be a challenge for dog owners, but effective strategies are within reach! Discover key training techniques that promote calm behaviors, including the vital 'look at me' command and the use of high-value rewards. The importance of managing expectations and environment is emphasized, along with critical insights into overcoming distractions during outdoor training. Find out how to foster a strong bond with your pet while tackling leash reactivity head-on, and explore valuable resources for continued learning and support.
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Inside vs Outside Obedience Challenge
- The transition from good obedience inside to good obedience outside is a major challenge.
- External distractions often cause dogs to fail obedience they perform indoors seamlessly.
Leash as Training Wheels
- Use a leash as training wheels for practicing "place" and "stay" commands with distractions.
- Correct the dog immediately for any attempts to break the behavior to build clear boundaries.
Correct Early to Avoid Resets
- Incrementally train place and stay by simulating door knocks and correcting early attempts to break.
- Correct the dog the moment it tries to get off the place to avoid resetting repeatedly.