These can all be behaviour related to reactivity.
Reactivity is really just an over reaction to a stimulus.
It is not your fault.
Reactivity affects
1 in every 3 dogs. .
Hi, My name is Doreen
For over 30 years, I have had a dog (or two) in my life, starting with Collies and competing in obedience competitions.
This eventually led to me teaching beginner and advanced dog training for a Kennel Club operated training club.
10 years ago, I saw a photo that inspired me to pursue my passion of dog training further. Upon being made redundant after 20 years, I made the decision to do just that. Whilst I love teaching puppies the basics, my true passion lies in understanding behaviour and the struggles both people and dogs face.
My Romanian rescue dog was reactive and fearful, and I initially made many mistakes when trying to help her.
At the time, there was a lack of information available, and what did exist often involved aversive methods.
I studied hard and learned everything I could, which has now led me to specialise in working with nervous/anxious dogs, Overseas rescue dogs, and those with Separation Anxiety
"Couldn’t recommend Doreen and her services more. She’s worked wonders with us and our dog.
He’s come from terrified of anything and everything to a confident (in the home anyway) pooch. Even though our course has finished she is still there for the support we need and with more work from us and Beau, he will definitely be the confident soul he truly is.
Beau / Alex
Doreen is a fantastic trainer, she's helped me understand my Bella's anxiety issues and shown us brilliant games to play, based on positive reinforcement. Bella is a different dog now in just 8 weeks and I now have the confidence to manage difficult situations whilst out walking. We completed the training both virtually and in person which were both effective. The programme was well structured and Doreen was there every step of the way, encouraging us and correcting our techniques. Would highly recommend A2B and can't thank Doreen enough for her support and expertise and starting Bella off on her road to confidence.
" We are now half way through our course with Doreen at A2B Dog Training and Behaviour and are amazed at the progress our rescue dog is showing. Doreen has an incredibly calming and gentle way with both our dog and us when teaching us what to do. Thanks to Doreen we understand changing our dogs unwanted behaviour will take time as it is rooted in fear but she has taught us so much already we can see a much more positive and calm future with our beloved dog.
Honey/ Catherine
Reactivity isn't permanent behaviour.
There are triggers that occur within your dog's environment that are present and your dog is conditioned to act negatively.
You as the dog owner, has the chance to observe and spot the triggers, and also train your dog to react differently and calmly through practical drills that build a bond like you could never imagined possible.
Knowing how to address this situations with confidence is key to long term success and happiness.
You will be equipped with skills on how to calmly handle any situation using proven and reliable handling techniques so you can support your dog and set them up for success.
You will build your own confidence as a handler, and work as a team with your dog.
Are you ready to make that happen?
Learn how to have prediction and understanding of your dog's behaviour on a leash, build trust and set them up for success.
Understand how to get your dog supported when he displays reactivity at home and eliminate the triggers that cause that.
Get familiar with the signs of reactivity causing your dog to be scared or agitated so you can predict and support your dog with confidence.