FOCUS · WEEK 07
How to stop leash reactivity : reduce barking and lunging on walks with a 12-week threshold-based plan. Counter-conditioning, BAT-aligned, no corrections. From $9.99/month.
Build my plan01 · Why it happens
Reactivity isn't aggression, it's distance management. The dog is trying to make the trigger go away because it feels too close. Punishment makes it worse. The fix is finding the distance where your dog can still think, then closing that gap one millimeter at a time.
02 · The approach
03 · In the program
The 12-week plan dedicates Week 7 as the focus phase for leash reactivity. Before then we lay the foundations (engagement, self-control); after, we generalize to real-world distractions and lock in reliability.
04 · FAQ
Almost always no. Reactive dogs are usually anxious and trying to create distance. Most aggression labels are misdiagnosed reactivity.
Mild leash reactivity often resolves in 6-8 weeks. Severe or genetically-driven cases need 12+ weeks plus calm-down work between walks.
Yes during the early weeks, every reactive incident is a setback. Walk at quiet times, use distance, and only re-introduce triggers when sessions say your dog is ready.
10 questions, 60 seconds. We'll build the 12-week plan with leash reactivity weighted in the right place.
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