How to Introduce Dogs When One Is Reactive
In this blog, I’m going to teach you a quick, effective, and safe way on how to introduce dogs when one is reactive. Let’s start with a brief overview of reactive dogs. Essentially, a reactive dog is a dog who is “too” something — too jumpy, too barky, too eager to meet other dogs, or […]
Reactive Dog Meaning: Is Your Dog Showing Signs of Reactivity?
In this blog, I will tell you the reactive dog meaning, the unique behavior that comes with it, and how you can effectively help your dog overcome their reactivity fast Reactive dogs react more intensely than other dogs. In a reactive dog’s mind, every trigger IS a big deal and requires an over-the-top response. Dogs […]
How To Stop Dog Reactivity: Doggy Dan’s Comprehensive Guide To Managing Reactive Dogs
If you want to know how to stop dog reactivity, this blog from Doggy Dan will help you improve the behavior of your reactive dog fast! If your dog is a sweetheart one moment and an agitated barker the next, you can be dealing with a reactive dog. Quick disclaimer: a reactive dog is not […]
How to Train a Dominant Dog: 8 Powerful Training Strategies
Wondering how to train a dominant dog? Don’t fret — this problem CAN be solved, and quickly, too…let’s get into it! The question of how to handle a bossy, dominant dog is common among dog owners who are exhausted, frustrated, and overwhelmed by their bossy dogs. BOSSY DOMINANT DOGS: they always want to be in […]
3 Common Misconceptions About What Makes a Dog Aggressive
If you watch the news or read the paper, it’s likely that you’ve come across a story about someone getting attacked by a dog. And I bet you that 9 out of 10 times, the dog in the story is some sort of large male dog—perhaps a specific breed, like a Pitbull or German Shepherd. […]
Best Muzzles for Reactive Dogs: Doggy Dan’s Guide to Safe Muzzle Use for Dogs
If you’re looking for the best muzzles for reactive dogs, this blog will help you know the IMPORTANT features to look out for so you can get your money’s worth! If you have an aggressive dog — or a dog who has the potential to be aggressive — you may have to consider using a […]
German Shepherd Personality: Common German Shepherd Behavior Problems
Is ‘typical’ German Shepherd personality really that bad? In this blog, you’ll know why German Shepherd temperament gets a bad rap (and what you can actually do to handle it). Over the years working as a dog trainer, I’ve probably worked with more German Shepherd dogs than any other breed. And German Shepherd behavior is a […]
How to Overcome Your Fear of Aggressive Dogs to Become a Dog Trainer
If you’re somebody who’s thought about becoming a dog trainer, but you’ve been put off because you’re concerned about the dangers of working with aggressive dogs, you’re not alone. In fact, I encounter people every day who absolutely love dogs, but who also have fears about working with them–especially if they have aggressive tendencies. If […]
The Ultimate Guide to Dealing with Dangerous Dog Aggression Issues
Dog aggression. It’s one of the biggest reasons that people… Dump their dogs on the side of the road. Send their dogs to shelters. Have their dogs euthanized. It’s heartbreaking and tragic, but it happens every day. Why? Because people truly don’t believe that there is hope to change the behaviour of a dog. And […]
