Leash meltdowns aren’t random—they’re rehearsed. We pull back the curtain on what “reactivity” really means, why barriers like leashes and fences supercharge emotion, and how to swap chaos for structure without crushing your dog’s spirit. We map the two major lanes of reactivity—overarousal versus fear—then connect them to what’s happening inside the body, from dopamine-fueled excitement to cortisol-driven stress. That biology lesson turns into timing and tactics you can use today. We start ...
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Leash meltdowns aren’t random—they’re rehearsed. We pull back the curtain on what “reactivity” really means, why barriers like leashes and fences supercharge emotion, and how to swap chaos for structure without crushing your dog’s spirit. We map the two major lanes of reactivity—overarousal versus fear—then connect them to what’s happening inside the body, from dopamine-fueled excitement to cortisol-driven stress. That biology lesson turns into timing and tactics you can use today. We start ...
Navigating Next Steps: A Follow-Up on Separation Anxiety and Reactivity
The Everyday Trainer Podcast
1 hour 22 minutes
6 months ago
Navigating Next Steps: A Follow-Up on Separation Anxiety and Reactivity
The journey from reactive, anxious dog to confident companion isn't always straightforward. In this follow-up session, we check in with a client who's been implementing changes to address her dog's separation anxiety, reactivity issues, and their overly-structured relationship. What happens when we stop micromanaging our dogs and instead give them opportunities to make good choices? The transformation can be remarkable. We explore how to balance freedom with boundaries by allowing dogs space...
The Everyday Trainer Podcast
Leash meltdowns aren’t random—they’re rehearsed. We pull back the curtain on what “reactivity” really means, why barriers like leashes and fences supercharge emotion, and how to swap chaos for structure without crushing your dog’s spirit. We map the two major lanes of reactivity—overarousal versus fear—then connect them to what’s happening inside the body, from dopamine-fueled excitement to cortisol-driven stress. That biology lesson turns into timing and tactics you can use today. We start ...
