3 CRUCIAL Reasons Your Dog Is Still Reactive

I've tried everything... Why is my dog still so reactive? Dog trainer Tom Davis has compiled a list of the three MAIN reasons a dog still exhibits reactive behavior despite its trainer's best efforts. He also discusses the nature of dog training information, particularly on the internet, and how to recognize what techniques truly work.

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00:00 - Let's talk reactivity
00:41 - Reason 1: Your Relationship
02:03 - An example of difficulty communicating
04:21 - Reason 2: Lack of Obedience
05:26 - Reason 3: Equipment Use
08:32 - Examples of good equipment use
11:15 - Putting it together
12:50 - How do I find help? (Truth about trainers)

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[jo-anntroy]

After training my dog with just reward and never any consequences for bad behaviour I obtained zero results in solving his reactivity issues. I discovered your videos, and it has changed my dog 100%. The trainers I had advocated only positive reinforcement, so much wasted time and frustration since the classes dragged on with no improvement. Thank you so much, every video you post gives me more understanding and tools to help me help my dog.

[jessicagaffney]

Thank you for this video ❤ I have a 3yr GSD that’s dog reactive and overall anxious. I’ve been watching all of your videos for years and it’s made a HUGE difference!!! Understanding my dog’s psychology and realizing that I’m the problem due to lack of leadership and weak obedience made me focus on training. I live in the city surrounded by dogs and I used to only walk her at 5am to avoid dogs. But now I’m more comfortable with taking her out in the afternoon (prime time for dogs) now she’s happier and less stressed. When I’m calm, my dog is calm. Thank you much for all that you do Tom ❤❤ you saved my dog.

[rebeccaglasmann]

You don't know how helpful you have been in our journey! As a family that can't financially board and train. You help has been indispensable to our life. It might a little slower doung it in our own but we are getting there! ❤ Thank you

[whiskybrush]

I'd always thought of myself as a pretty instinctual and calm dog handler but this year I found myself in unknown territory when I adopted a freaking awesome dog that turned out to be kind of reactive to dogs and also to old people. It was really quite scary looking and I was absolutely not prepared for the reactions I encountered . So I went down the rabbithole of youtube training algorythm. Spent god knows how many hours with Tom, Joel, Robert and Gavin... Worked like crazy on my observation and timing, obedience and trust, and more importantly, stalked dog frequented areas and paths almost to the point of being weird. I live in the country so there are no dogs around. I literally would drive 30 min to the city daily, seek out the heaviest traffic dog trails, roads and neighbourhoods. Lurked in the parking lots of busy dog parks, walked along outside the perimeter fences. I wanted to expose her to as many dogs as possible in as controlled a situation as possible so as to be prepared for any scenario. I would make conversation with elderly people and build greetings, anything I could think of to stretch her boundaries and make her safe for everybody. It was truly awesome. We worked our butts off for months and I discovered so much! And it all started with Upstate Canine Training Academy. Thank you Tom!

[HappyDW]

“I care in an unhealthy level”. I appreciate that in you Tom. ❤ thank you for crazy caring about our dogs and our relationship with them.

[kindredspiritsmas]

This is the best video I have ever seen in describing how to correct reactivity! I started training dogs probably before Tom was born, yet he trains for reactivity exactly like I do. Almost all behaviors can be corrected with a great relationship, obedience and the right tools! Thank you Tom for sharing your expertise with the world ❤️.

[Alwaysbmoving]

Love this video… my reactive dog passed away over a year ago now and I still enjoy watching your videos. And thanks to you, the last 4 or so years of his life were a million times more enjoyable than his first 6 years.
Thank you for all your hard work, and sharing online.

[brooklynslider]

I have been paying attention alot to force free recently because I think dog trainning should be as force free as possible. After you watch enough its easy to get into their line of thinking, especially when you see trainers who use corrections that are way too strong or done at a bad time.

This video there kinda brought me back to earth and reminded me that corrections are not evil. It reminded of a biting teddy i worked with once and the second I gave it a correction it looked at me in shock but then there was an immediate decrease in her defensive aggression.

Thank you

[keltickelly]

You are very good at what you do. Its a gift. Glad you are teaching people how to be better dog owners.

[pestimom]

After 4 months of trying to control my Padderdale Terrier (big prey drive), THIS video is my game changer. I've been binge watching all sorts of dog training and trying some of each. The fad now is to 'make them feel good' and 'shaping behavior'. I'm sure it works for some dogs. She came with a harness (we call it 'the vest') because she would slip out of a flat collar in less than 5 seconds. I've had dogs, but always easy to train. Your suggestions of equipment says 'no harness'. Ditched it immediately and went back to a choke chain I used on other dogs - before it was 'uncool'. She actually prefers this and we are both having more fun and doing more training sessions. She already knows the basics, but now is listening to me. What a relief. My prong collar is coming tomorrow. Thanks!!!

[jacquelinedickson]

I don't have a dog but I really like to watch good dog training. It's simple psychology. I started with Cesar Millan. He doesn't teach dog training, he teaches dog psychology. Tom is the best I've seen. I have to watch him every day. Thanks for the Burleigh videos. I hope to seem more of him.

[craniumrex]

Love this format and while I’ve been an avid watcher of your content for over a year, this is the closest I’ve seen you make a political statement. It was extremely well made, logical, and not polarizing or preachy.

You have helped me so much - the trainer who has advice I can use for all of my very different dogs. One size/approach/tool does not fit all! Kudos to the skill and craftsmanship you bring.

Ego is a HUGE part of it - my own included. I have 50 years working with dogs and because of the types of dogs I’ve had I didn’t know what I didn’t know until I met my GSD cross rescue last year. I found you online and finally opened up my mind and changed tools, stepped up to become the leader my dog needs me to be. THANK YOU TOM.

No bad dogs. The problem was … ME.

[teairremoore]

You’re literally the only dog trainer I’m watching from now on. You break it down so well. 😊

[hiimelfo]

Dog training is a slow and long process based around consistency. There are no instant fixes. Michael Ellis is someone to check out folks. Trainers like Tom learn from him

[ThePyrshepnBelgn]

Thank you for this video. You distilled 35 years of dog training to three simple statements. I've worked with every type of trainer and learned so much from all of them. It's refreshing to see someone distill it down to the simplest and most effective methods

[JeremyMcMillan]

All the "leadership, structure, boundaries, and discipline" is imperative for the human/owner/trainer, but what the dog has when those are provided is "feeling secure." This speaks to the benevolent but misplaced compassion people have when they project humanness on their dogs. It's "code switching" skill that develops the relationship. The more it works, the more the dog will lean into it.

[GoldenWolf]

The best advice I can give to anyone thinking about training their dog is to learn about stress signs in dogs. It will help you immensely if you want to train humanely. Avoid stress as much as possible and you will slowly rewire your dog's brain to be less stressed. It has worked for my dog and so many others.

[Ohiotruckerkat]

I rewatch your vids constantly for the reason i want to learn and retain the information so i do not harm my dog using the tools and also to build confidence in myself even more so we can both be a well balanced team. I am a travel worker so i live in hotels over 300 days a year so having a balanced dog is hugely important. Plus I Love my dog❤️.

[ericdowney]

Obedience provides structure and a basis for my relationship with my dog.

[tracylouise]

I have an olde tyme bulldog who was attacked by another dog as a puppy.He flies for every dog he sees, can't even watch TV if a dog comes on and he tries to get to it.Hes so strong also which doesn't help.Hes 5 now, I still hope there's a chance for him as he's a beautiful dog and loves ppl, just hates other dogs