Throw back to our summer back yard training sessions. #dogs #dogsofbluesky #dogtraining #reactivedogs #pitbulls
January 30, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Throw back to our summer back yard training sessions. #dogs #dogsofbluesky #dogtraining #reactivedogs #pitbulls
When your reactive and socially anxious dog finds love in your friends - that's a feeling that is hard to beat 💙🐾
#rescuedog #reactivedogs #dogoftheday #skydogs
#rescuedog #reactivedogs #dogoftheday #skydogs
January 10, 2025 at 11:20 PM
When your reactive and socially anxious dog finds love in your friends - that's a feeling that is hard to beat 💙🐾
#rescuedog #reactivedogs #dogoftheday #skydogs
#rescuedog #reactivedogs #dogoftheday #skydogs
First real snow in Charlotte in about 3 years. We love #snow.
#dogs #reactivedogs #charlottenc #snomg #winter
#dogs #reactivedogs #charlottenc #snomg #winter
January 21, 2025 at 11:30 PM
First real snow in Charlotte in about 3 years. We love #snow.
#dogs #reactivedogs #charlottenc #snomg #winter
#dogs #reactivedogs #charlottenc #snomg #winter
A good evening walkies tonight! Successfully "danced" with Rowan's arch-enemy (Rocco) as well as a reactive neighbor dog, so none of the pups saw each other... #DogsofBluesky #ReactiveDogs #PositiveReinforcement
March 2, 2025 at 3:47 AM
A good evening walkies tonight! Successfully "danced" with Rowan's arch-enemy (Rocco) as well as a reactive neighbor dog, so none of the pups saw each other... #DogsofBluesky #ReactiveDogs #PositiveReinforcement
A few of Monday’s friends.
#siliconvalleydogwalker #reactivedogs #campbelldogwalker #sanjosedogwalker
#siliconvalleydogwalker #reactivedogs #campbelldogwalker #sanjosedogwalker
January 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
A few of Monday’s friends.
#siliconvalleydogwalker #reactivedogs #campbelldogwalker #sanjosedogwalker
#siliconvalleydogwalker #reactivedogs #campbelldogwalker #sanjosedogwalker
Teaching dogs they can move away from stressors is one of the most important things I teach. It empowers them to have control over their environment and fosters confidence in navigating uncomfortable situations.
Hashtags: #ReactiveDogs #AnxiousPets #ForceFreeTraining #DogTraining
Hashtags: #ReactiveDogs #AnxiousPets #ForceFreeTraining #DogTraining
February 15, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Teaching dogs they can move away from stressors is one of the most important things I teach. It empowers them to have control over their environment and fosters confidence in navigating uncomfortable situations.
Hashtags: #ReactiveDogs #AnxiousPets #ForceFreeTraining #DogTraining
Hashtags: #ReactiveDogs #AnxiousPets #ForceFreeTraining #DogTraining
This is how we dog park with a reactive dog. #reactivedogs #dogpark
January 17, 2025 at 1:10 PM
This is how we dog park with a reactive dog. #reactivedogs #dogpark
Baby ween and I have been enjoying bonding time snuggling in bed on these cold winter mornings ❄️
She’s at her cutest when she’s still cosy, cuddly & quiet. Before she’s up & activated & ready to let the world know she was born ready to fight.
#dachshund #dogsky #ReactiveDogs #RescueDogs
She’s at her cutest when she’s still cosy, cuddly & quiet. Before she’s up & activated & ready to let the world know she was born ready to fight.
#dachshund #dogsky #ReactiveDogs #RescueDogs
June 26, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Baby ween and I have been enjoying bonding time snuggling in bed on these cold winter mornings ❄️
She’s at her cutest when she’s still cosy, cuddly & quiet. Before she’s up & activated & ready to let the world know she was born ready to fight.
#dachshund #dogsky #ReactiveDogs #RescueDogs
She’s at her cutest when she’s still cosy, cuddly & quiet. Before she’s up & activated & ready to let the world know she was born ready to fight.
#dachshund #dogsky #ReactiveDogs #RescueDogs
Is it my fault Angus doesn't have more dog friends? It might be. #reactivedogs
I am too cautious
Angus has it in him to love other dogs, and I know that I hold him back.
lauriehertzel.substack.com
May 18, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Is it my fault Angus doesn't have more dog friends? It might be. #reactivedogs
Once again my biggest, most sincere fuck you to dog owners that let their dogs off leash when they have zero recall.
We have off leash zones, go there.
#dogs #reactivedogs
We have off leash zones, go there.
#dogs #reactivedogs
May 28, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Once again my biggest, most sincere fuck you to dog owners that let their dogs off leash when they have zero recall.
We have off leash zones, go there.
#dogs #reactivedogs
We have off leash zones, go there.
#dogs #reactivedogs
When a dog stops on a walk, it’s not for no reason.
They’re usually processing something. Most of the time, we try to move them on.
I explore what happens when you don’t 🐾
#dogbehaviour #blueskydogs #dogsofbluesky #dogtraining #reactivedogs #dogs
They’re usually processing something. Most of the time, we try to move them on.
I explore what happens when you don’t 🐾
#dogbehaviour #blueskydogs #dogsofbluesky #dogtraining #reactivedogs #dogs
How to Help Your Reactive Dog on Walks
A kinder approach to walks, for every dog, not just reactive ones
open.substack.com
May 5, 2026 at 9:09 PM
When a dog stops on a walk, it’s not for no reason.
They’re usually processing something. Most of the time, we try to move them on.
I explore what happens when you don’t 🐾
#dogbehaviour #blueskydogs #dogsofbluesky #dogtraining #reactivedogs #dogs
They’re usually processing something. Most of the time, we try to move them on.
I explore what happens when you don’t 🐾
#dogbehaviour #blueskydogs #dogsofbluesky #dogtraining #reactivedogs #dogs
May 5, 2025 at 11:19 PM
1/4 Story Time: Our first winter here, Rocco slipped out & attacked Rowan. His owner got there fast, but he’s been Rowan’s arch-nemesis ever since. Hard to avoid when we live on the same street! 🐶 Does your dog have a neighborhood nemesis?
#DogsofBluesky #PositiveReinforcement #ReactiveDogs
#DogsofBluesky #PositiveReinforcement #ReactiveDogs
February 5, 2025 at 4:13 PM
1/4 Story Time: Our first winter here, Rocco slipped out & attacked Rowan. His owner got there fast, but he’s been Rowan’s arch-nemesis ever since. Hard to avoid when we live on the same street! 🐶 Does your dog have a neighborhood nemesis?
#DogsofBluesky #PositiveReinforcement #ReactiveDogs
#DogsofBluesky #PositiveReinforcement #ReactiveDogs
Second walk! When I tell you that I am SHOCKED that all our training has carried over to another person, I mean like, dead from shock. She’s got SUCH a sight hound brain inside that block, I never thought it would happen.
#reactive #reactivedogs #pharoahhound #pitbull #rva
#reactive #reactivedogs #pharoahhound #pitbull #rva
February 3, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Second walk! When I tell you that I am SHOCKED that all our training has carried over to another person, I mean like, dead from shock. She’s got SUCH a sight hound brain inside that block, I never thought it would happen.
#reactive #reactivedogs #pharoahhound #pitbull #rva
#reactive #reactivedogs #pharoahhound #pitbull #rva
New post now available on understanding reactivity in dogs and how genetics, early experiences and socialisation all play a role 🐾
#dogodbluesky #blueskydogs #dogtraining #reactivedogs #positivereinforcemen #dogbehaviour
open.substack.com/pub/leadwith...
#dogodbluesky #blueskydogs #dogtraining #reactivedogs #positivereinforcemen #dogbehaviour
open.substack.com/pub/leadwith...
How to Really Understand Your Reactive Dog
Why barking, lunging, or growling is about fear and coping
open.substack.com
September 15, 2025 at 10:48 AM
New post now available on understanding reactivity in dogs and how genetics, early experiences and socialisation all play a role 🐾
#dogodbluesky #blueskydogs #dogtraining #reactivedogs #positivereinforcemen #dogbehaviour
open.substack.com/pub/leadwith...
#dogodbluesky #blueskydogs #dogtraining #reactivedogs #positivereinforcemen #dogbehaviour
open.substack.com/pub/leadwith...
It's day 4 of our challenge!!! Have you been practicing?
#dogtrainer #dogtraining #fireworks #scareddogs #fearfuldogs #reactivedogs #plusr #trainyourdog #positivereinforcement #fireworkdesensitization
#dogtrainer #dogtraining #fireworks #scareddogs #fearfuldogs #reactivedogs #plusr #trainyourdog #positivereinforcement #fireworkdesensitization
June 24, 2025 at 11:53 AM
It's day 4 of our challenge!!! Have you been practicing?
#dogtrainer #dogtraining #fireworks #scareddogs #fearfuldogs #reactivedogs #plusr #trainyourdog #positivereinforcement #fireworkdesensitization
#dogtrainer #dogtraining #fireworks #scareddogs #fearfuldogs #reactivedogs #plusr #trainyourdog #positivereinforcement #fireworkdesensitization
#dogtrainer #columbiamo #shoplocalcomo #dogtraining #dogtrainercolumbiamo #seniordog #seniordogs #shoplocalcomo #dogsofcolumbiamo #dogs #dog #puppies #puppytraining #nervousdog #nervousdogs #fearfuldog #fearfuldogs #anxiousdog #anxiousdogs #reactivedogs #separationanxiety #enrichment
February 21, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Juno and Freja got into a fight yesterday, which resulted in some nasty scrapes. It’s so important to reset the pack dynamics after a fight. We walked 4 miles yesterday and 2 miles today. Fights are horrible, but they aren’t the end of the world. Don’t forget even #reactivedogs are #gooddogs.
November 16, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Juno and Freja got into a fight yesterday, which resulted in some nasty scrapes. It’s so important to reset the pack dynamics after a fight. We walked 4 miles yesterday and 2 miles today. Fights are horrible, but they aren’t the end of the world. Don’t forget even #reactivedogs are #gooddogs.
🖖Otto’s side eye says it all, he’s definitely over people not giving him space. We all know leash wraps are great tools for communicating with others that our pups might have some extra needs, but that doesn’t mean they can’t also be fun!
#ReactiveDogs #ForceFreeTraining
#ReactiveDogs #ForceFreeTraining
February 7, 2025 at 8:34 PM
🖖Otto’s side eye says it all, he’s definitely over people not giving him space. We all know leash wraps are great tools for communicating with others that our pups might have some extra needs, but that doesn’t mean they can’t also be fun!
#ReactiveDogs #ForceFreeTraining
#ReactiveDogs #ForceFreeTraining
We got Rafa at 10 weeks after she had been refused by her owner due to negative behaviour traits.
It has been a wild ride. At points it nearly broke us.. but we employed behaviourists to help, and with commitment and effort she is now a loving, mad, sweet dog ❤️ we wouldn't change her.
#ReactiveDogs
It has been a wild ride. At points it nearly broke us.. but we employed behaviourists to help, and with commitment and effort she is now a loving, mad, sweet dog ❤️ we wouldn't change her.
#ReactiveDogs
March 9, 2025 at 8:58 PM
We got Rafa at 10 weeks after she had been refused by her owner due to negative behaviour traits.
It has been a wild ride. At points it nearly broke us.. but we employed behaviourists to help, and with commitment and effort she is now a loving, mad, sweet dog ❤️ we wouldn't change her.
#ReactiveDogs
It has been a wild ride. At points it nearly broke us.. but we employed behaviourists to help, and with commitment and effort she is now a loving, mad, sweet dog ❤️ we wouldn't change her.
#ReactiveDogs
Happy happy Gotcha Day to this most heartwrenchingly perfect pitbull princess. The road has been long and hard, but I’ve never done anything more worthwhile.
#rva #reactivedogs #gotchaday
#rva #reactivedogs #gotchaday
July 17, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Happy happy Gotcha Day to this most heartwrenchingly perfect pitbull princess. The road has been long and hard, but I’ve never done anything more worthwhile.
#rva #reactivedogs #gotchaday
#rva #reactivedogs #gotchaday
The r/reactivedogs community is a godsend. Those are all excellent, solid recommendations. Best of luck to you and the pup ❤️
February 25, 2024 at 3:06 PM
The r/reactivedogs community is a godsend. Those are all excellent, solid recommendations. Best of luck to you and the pup ❤️
All I want is for my dog to stop almost disappearing up her own arsehole before unravelling and yelling in my ear whenever a damn leaf falls in the garden.
#reactivedogs
#reactivedogs
December 7, 2024 at 10:34 PM
All I want is for my dog to stop almost disappearing up her own arsehole before unravelling and yelling in my ear whenever a damn leaf falls in the garden.
#reactivedogs
#reactivedogs
Stop the Barking & Lunging: Socializing A Reactive Dog Made Easy
Frustrated by barking, pulling, or lunging? Learn how to safely expose your dog to new experiences while staying calm and in control.
🔖 #ReactiveDogs #DogTrainerApproved #DogBehaviorHelp #AnxiousDogTips
Frustrated by barking, pulling, or lunging? Learn how to safely expose your dog to new experiences while staying calm and in control.
🔖 #ReactiveDogs #DogTrainerApproved #DogBehaviorHelp #AnxiousDogTips
October 24, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Stop the Barking & Lunging: Socializing A Reactive Dog Made Easy
Frustrated by barking, pulling, or lunging? Learn how to safely expose your dog to new experiences while staying calm and in control.
🔖 #ReactiveDogs #DogTrainerApproved #DogBehaviorHelp #AnxiousDogTips
Frustrated by barking, pulling, or lunging? Learn how to safely expose your dog to new experiences while staying calm and in control.
🔖 #ReactiveDogs #DogTrainerApproved #DogBehaviorHelp #AnxiousDogTips
Parasites don’t just affect health—they affect behavior.
Fleas, ticks, and more can cause discomfort that shows up as restlessness, irritability, or reactivity.
Calm starts with comfort. What are you noticing?
#dogbehavior #doghealth #reactivedogs #doganxiety
Fleas, ticks, and more can cause discomfort that shows up as restlessness, irritability, or reactivity.
Calm starts with comfort. What are you noticing?
#dogbehavior #doghealth #reactivedogs #doganxiety
May 7, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Parasites don’t just affect health—they affect behavior.
Fleas, ticks, and more can cause discomfort that shows up as restlessness, irritability, or reactivity.
Calm starts with comfort. What are you noticing?
#dogbehavior #doghealth #reactivedogs #doganxiety
Fleas, ticks, and more can cause discomfort that shows up as restlessness, irritability, or reactivity.
Calm starts with comfort. What are you noticing?
#dogbehavior #doghealth #reactivedogs #doganxiety