Pro Tip: Keep Reactive Dogs Calm on Walks with This Simple Cue
Piper Novick, a professional dog trainer from Happy Dogs Training, has shared a practical tip to help reactive dogs remain calm when encountering others on walks. This method not only keeps dogs safe but also teaches them to check in with their owners when faced with unfamiliar dogs.
Reactive dogs often overreact to common stimuli, such as the doorbell or passersby. To help manage these reactions, Novick suggests using a trained turn cue to move off the trail when another dog approaches. This creates distance and allows the reactive dog to focus on something else, like foraging for high-value treats, as demonstrated by Benah, another trainer.
Establishing the correct foundations with the dog is crucial for loose leash walking. Knowing how to calm a reactive dog is equally important, as it reduces stress for both the dog and the owner.
Piper Novick's tip for managing reactive dogs on walks involves using a turn cue and high-value treats to distract and calm the dog. This not only helps keep the dog safe but also teaches them to check in with their owner when encountering unfamiliar dogs. Proper training and understanding of the dog's reactions are key to successful loose leash walking.
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