Dogs make amazing adventure companions. I know that my own dog sparked my love of hiking and backpacking. So when she began to develop more reactive behaviors, especially towards other dogs, I knew...
Category: Reactive Dog Care
If your dog is exhibiting reactive behaviors, the success of a behavior modification program relies heavily on your ability to work with your dog when they are calm. And the best way to keep your dog...
How to Avoid other Dogs/People on a Walk: Train an “About-Face”
If you have been following along with our blog post series on adventuring with a reactive dog, you have already worked on some foundational skills and considered the gear needed to adventure with...
Muzzle’s get a bad reputation. Many people see muzzles as a last resort for aggressive dogs who are out of control. But muzzles don’t have to be that way! Muzzles can be a very helpful tool...
Safe and Secure Harnesses, Leashes, and More for Hiking with Your Dog
When out hiking with our dog, if you are using "gear" like a leash or harness, it is important that your gear is safe, secure, reliable. You don't want to end up in an emergency situation because...
Many dogs love to go on road-trip and hiking adventures! But have you ever been at the trailhead with a dog who is whining, barking, or pulling at the leash in their excitement to get started? Or is...