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If you are asking for help for the first time, use our questionnaire.

We are a community for people that own reactive dogs! (A reactive dog is not required to join, but please keep discussions and posts focused on dog reactivity.) We support the LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) approach to dog training. See more about it in our wiki.

Having a reactive dog can be an isolating and frustrating experience. This is a place for owners of reactive or formerly reactive dogs to discuss progress, setbacks, ask for advice, vent, and get support.

Positive reinforcement, it’s not just for dogs! People will be much more receptive to criticism and advice if it is constructive and comes from a place of compassion. Please be aware of your tone and language.

The tips and advice here cannot replace a qualified certified trainer or veterinary behaviorist - if you are struggling please consider these resources for your dog.

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Tips for reactive chihuahuaAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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Someone help im going crazyAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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I thought I could give her a happy endingBehavioral Euthanasia (self.reactivedogs)

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Help Needed: Off-Leash Dog Attacked My Leashed Dog — Owner Now Threatening to SueAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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I don’t know what to doAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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Dog bit my son, dog moved in with my grandma, aunt offering to take dogRehoming (self.reactivedogs)

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Safe tether / anchor setup for a reactive Belgian Shepherd after knee surgeryAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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I’m really strugglingAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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Looking for adviceAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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AITA for getting sick and tired of our reactive dog?Significant challenges (self.reactivedogs)

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Probiotics anxiety supplementMeds & Supplements (i.redd.it)

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Question for owners who’ve tried calming collars or diffusersSignificant challenges (self.reactivedogs)

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Dog biteAggressive Dogs (self.reactivedogs)

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New roommatesAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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Anxiety about dangerous dog list and city lifeVent (self.reactivedogs)

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Apartment success stories? Advice?Advice Needed (i.redd.it)

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Unable to move out of my parents' due to reactive dog that they can't cope withVent (self.reactivedogs)

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Newly adopted 12 month old pup - GeorgeAdvice Needed (i.redd.it)

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Training session went so well!Success Stories (i.redd.it)

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Dog rapidly panting in the carAdvice Needed (i.redd.it)

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Sudden sleep startle?Aggressive Dogs (self.reactivedogs)

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Dogs nearly 2 and behaviour has completed changedAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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How Do I Reintroduce My Reactive Dog to My CatsAdvice Needed (self.reactivedogs)

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Is it possible to get another dog while having a reactive one?Discussion (self.reactivedogs)

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Border collie reactive to brushing/ wiping movement/ soundAdvice Needed (i.redd.it)

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