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Sampling of course curriculum

    1. Welcome and Course Overview

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. How to Use This Course

      FREE PREVIEW

    3. Understanding Reactive Dogs

    4. The Importance of Mindset in Training

    1. ➡️ Ethics Update: A Note About LIMA

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Lesson 1: Moving Beyond Punishment: A New Paradigm

    3. Lesson 2: Principles of Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive Training

      FREE PREVIEW

    4. Lesson 3: Why Worry About Training Methods? The Science and Ethics Behind the Methodology

    5. Lesson 4: Podcast: Why Training Methods Matter in Addressing Reactivity

    6. Quiz: Module 1

    1. Human-Directed Aggression in Domestic Dogs

    2. The Effects of Using Aversive Training Methods in Dogs

    3. Factors Associated with Aggressive Responses in Pet Dogs

    1. Lesson 1: Does My Reactive Dog Need a Muzzle?

    2. Lesson 2: Teaching Dogs to Wear a Muzzle

    1. Lesson 1: Reactivity vs. Hypervigilance vs. Aggression: Distinguishing Between Behaviors

    2. Lesson 2: Why Distinguish Between Behaviors?

    3. Lesson 3: Five Functions of Reactive Behavior

    4. Assessing the Dog's Body Language: Finding the Function

    5. Fear Body Language: Dog Barks at Vacuum

    6. Excitement Body Language: Dogs Reunited

    7. Resource Guarding Body Language: Dog Guarding Toy

    8. Predation Body Language: Dog vs. Squirrel

    9. Painful Body Language: Shelter Dog Guards Toy

    10. Lesson 4: Assessing the Reactive Dog's Thresholds

    11. Quiz: Module 2

    1. Lesson 1: Introduction to the Trigger Assessment Worksheet

    2. Lesson 2: Trigger Assessment Worksheet

About this course

  • $229.00
  • 49 lessons

The course also includes...

I designed this course for trainers who’ve already worked through the basics of reactive dog cases—things like helping clients avoid triggers, teaching dogs to calmly look at triggers, or using food to reinforce U-turns, sits, or downs when a trigger pops up. If you’ve got those basics down but feel like you’re ready to dive deeper into how reactivity really works—and what it takes to help a dog go from distracted to genuinely relaxed around triggers—this course is for you.

  • 📞 Two Live Coaching Calls

    (Dec. 9 and Dec. 16 at 8 p.m. ET)

    Join us for two interactive, one-hour live calls to dive deeper into reactive dog training strategies. Bring your questions, challenges, and success stories to get personalized insights and guidance.

  • ✅ Trigger Checklist and Assessment Worksheet

    ($49 Value)

    Gain access to a professional-grade worksheet to identify and assess reactivity triggers with precision. This tool streamlines client consultations and helps you tailor training plans effectively.

  • 🐾 Training Exercise Handouts for Reactive Dogs

    Receive printable handouts featuring step-by-step exercises that simplify complex techniques for both trainers and clients. Perfect for ongoing client support and homework assignments.