Managing and Training Leash-Reactive Dogs

Walks should be enjoyable both for dogs and the humans walking them. When a dog is leash reactive and barks or lunges at other passing dogs, people, animals, or objects, walks become more stressful than fun. Leash-reactive dogs may even have a harder time getting adopted and staying in their adoptive home.

Download this PDF and share it with the dog adopters and foster caregivers in your community to teach them:

• What leash reactivity is and what behaviors are associated with it
• Why some dogs are leash reactive
• How to manage leash reactive dogs, including the use of helpful walking equipment
• How to train dogs to be less leash reactive