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Calm walks with a reactive dog

November 6, 2026 · George van Huyssteen · 1 min read
Photo from a training session

If your dog barks or lunges at other dogs or people, walks can feel like a test. The good news is that small, kind changes often help quickly.

Start with distance

Work out how close your dog can get to a trigger while staying calm, and stay outside that distance. Rewarding calm behaviour at a comfortable distance is how confidence is built.

Choose quieter times

Early mornings and quiet routes give you room to practise without surprises.

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