Is your dog or a dog you know, reactive on a leash, off leash or both?
I find Rocket gets targeted by quite a few little dogs who are scared of his presence - him being a big black dog.
However, he is friendly/tolerant towards all dogs no matter their size, so I feel for him when he gets repeatedly targeted simply because of his physical presence.
I hope this post helps to explain a little bit about what this sort of behaviour is usually based on, and how we should consider others and their dogs if we have a reactive dog
OR
If we let our dog off leash in an on leash area , no matter how friendly they are and they run up to a reactive dog who is on leash, they make it very difficult for that dog and their person who are doing the right thing and both dogs have a negative experience.
I work with a lot of reactive dogs, so if you need help in this regard, please reach out.
Every single dog’s behaviour is individual and requires a tailored behaviour modification and management plan.
Share your experience in the comments if this has happened to you and your dog. @lola_is_a_cavoodle mentioned it had to Lola in my last post in regards to on and off leash dogs. I’m sure Lola and Rocket are not the only ones….
If you would like to be in the running to win $340 to put towards a behaviour modification package, check out my prior post giveaway. There is still time to enter!
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Jan 22
We had a great walk with Rocket’s furry friends late this arvo along the Parramatta River.
Rocket is sort of the odd one out, but he loves going on these walks.
#siberianhusky #shelties #rescuegreyhound #doggiefriends
Jan 21
What on earth are you thinking mum! A NO is a NO!
Peppa’s mum Kirsten just sent me this little video of Peppa making it very clear to her that she was going nowhere, when Kirsten thought they might try and brave a quick walk around the block in this challenging weather for getting our dogs out and about!
Not even with her raincoat on! The look on her face is priceless….
Some good ideas for rainy days indoors with Dogs include: nose work activities, some trick training, puzzles and other enrichment items with treats or their dry food in them, a snuffle mat, Kong’s etc.
Fun games with the family are always a great option as well like hide and seek or just some quality time together snuggling up and keeping warm! Can’t believe I’m saying that in the middle of summer…..
if you have some great enrichment ideas for rainy days, please share them in the comments.
#crazyweather #dogsofinstagram #dachshundoftheday #no #insideactivitiesfordogs #rainydayenrichmentfordogs
Jan 17
A snake appears for the very first time in Jack’s avoidance training.
Chris has deliberately positioned himself quite close for this first cue transfer session.
Jack’s response to being recalled when he approaches the snake, is a little bit slow, but this is normal for his first time. With practice, the snake will actually become the cue for Jack to return to either Chris or Patrick and alert them of its presence.
Please note we do not use live snakes or E collars that give the dog an electric shock in our training. We do however use real snake skin and odour along with a snake prop.
Only positive reinforcement training methods are used.
If you haven’t seen my prior posts of part 1 and 2 of Jacks SA training, then perhaps go back and watch them if you’re interested, so it puts this part three post into context.
I am going be running a Snake Avoidance Workshop soon, so if you live in Sydney or surrounding areas, or have a weekender where there are snakes present, and would like to train your dog how to be safe around snakes stay tuned…..
#snakeavoidancetraining #snakeproofyourdog #dogtrainer #snakeawarenesstraining #unchasesnakes #dogtrainingtips
Jan 17
Celebrating one 1K followers with a giveaway! Thank you so much for your support……. I will be sharing lots more training tips in 2025.
Please note you don’t have to buy a package of training to enter. You can just use the two hours prize if you wish!
Extra T&C For “in person” training, it will be held in Coogee
One entry per Dog
#dogsofinstagram #doggiveaway #petgiveaway #dogcontest #celebration #instagiveaway #giveawaytime
Jan 14
Meet the beautiful Foxy. This little man is lucky to be alive…. As my next “Dog in the Spotlight” here is his story.
#bordercolliecross #cattledogcross #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuedogs #anxiousdogs #anxiousdogsofinstagram #fosterfail
Jan 12
Please remember to think of other people and their dogs when you let your dog off leash in an on leash area.
Be considerate for the well-being of everyone, including your dog.
I did mean to draw a leash on the fearful dog as well when I designed this post, but I obviously forgot. However, I’m sure you get the gist of what I’m saying…..
#onleash #offleash #beconsiderate
Jan 7
Adorable snoz and toothy grin snaps just for some cuteness!!
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Jan 2
How would you feel if strangers wanted to touch you on a regular basis? I know I wouldn’t feel comfortable with that idea! Yet we expect our dogs to?
Gosh, we ask a lot of them! There are other things we think they should tolerate, that are questionable as well.
I thought I would start a discussion on some of these unrealistic expectations.
Interested in your thoughts?
#pettingconsent #unrealisticexpectations #dogssayingno #sensitivedogs #anxiousdogs #anxiousdogsofinstagram
Jan 1
Merry Christmas to all!
I like to make gingerbreads at Christmas time. I tried out a new design this year. Needs a bit of work but it was fun doing it….
#christmasdogs #christmasdogsofinstagram
Dec 25
