Stress Free Dog Walks

⭐️ Register for the FREE Online Stress Free Dog Walks Training! https://stressfreewalks.dog/join-free ⭐️You’ll master my simple 3-part anti-pulling, lunging and reactivity method to handle distractions (like dogs, people, wildlife) without panic, so that you can LOVE walking your dog again! Get your free ticket here: https://stressfreewalks.dog/join-free 🎙️ In this episode: If you’re trying to fix the barking, pulling and lunging whilst the barking, pulling and lunging is happening - you’re already too late.By the time your dog *does* the behaviour, their body has already fired off an entire chain reaction that you did not see.📈 Heart rate up.🫁 Breathing quickened.💪 Muscles primed.⚡ Stress chemicals dumped into the system.🧠 Thinking brain already offline.So if you’re trying to stop the behaviour, you’re only reacting to your dog’s reaction (which means you are just as reactive as they are).Reactivity isn’t a behaviour problem. It’s a brain and body problem 📣📣📣One more time: Reactivity isn’t a behaviour problem. It’s a brain and body problem.What you see on the OUTSIDE (the barking, the spinning, the pulling) is just the END result of everything that happened seconds earlier on the INSIDE.This is why cueing, commending or correcting will only ever be a sticking plaster, and you’ll plateau at your current level, no matter what you try.Stop addressing the end of the chain, and start at the beginning. Press play before you waste another walk trying to fix the symptom instead of the cause.

⭐️ Register for the FREE Online Stress Free Dog Walks Training! https://stressfreewalks.dog/join-free ⭐️You’ll master my simple 3-part anti-pulling, lunging and reactivity method to handle distractions (like dogs, people, wildlife) without panic, so that you can LOVE walking your dog again! Get your free ticket here: https://stressfreewalks.dog/join-free 🎙️ In this episode: You know ‘The Showdown’ 🤠 The quiet walk, the long straight path, no exit route. Cue: dramatic music as a dog appears on the horizon. What do you actually do when another dog is heading straight for you on a walk? Shorten the lead? Turn around? Hold your breath and hope for the best?I explain why so many pass-bys go badly - and what to do instead.🤠The common mistakes made in those few seconds and the red flag that you’re dangerously close to a meltdown (and injury)🤠Why ‘hoping for the best’ is the fastest way to set your dog up to fail🤠And the simple adjustments (even before you’ve done any training) that stop the whole thing escalating.If passing other dogs makes your stomach knot up and the townsfolk run for cover, you need this episode in your ears. Press play and learn how to walk past other dogs without the drama.

⭐️ Register for the FREE Online Stress Free Dog Walks Training! https://stressfreewalks.dog/join-free ⭐️You’ll master my simple 3-part anti-pulling, lunging and reactivity method to handle distractions (like dogs, people, wildlife) without panic, so that you can LOVE walking your dog again! Get your free ticket here: https://stressfreewalks.dog/join-free 🎙️ In this episode: Christmas is full of joy - and opinions. Ever been hit with unsolicited advice about your dog’s behaviour at family gatherings? 🙄💬 “Oh she’s *still* barking?”💬 “We never use treats - you’re spoiling him.”💬 “Our dog doesn’t need a lead.”You can enjoy the festivities without feeling judged or defensive - AND feel good about how you handled it (instead of silently resentful and thinking up ‘witty’ comebacks at 3am).When eeeeeveryone thinks they know what’s best for your dog, here’s how to handle these snarky comments with confidence, while advocating for your dog (and your sanity)📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic 🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay

Your puppy’s grown into a teenager and they’re pulling, barking, ignoring recall, pestering the kids, and bouncing off the walls. Most owners try to burn it off with more exercise. The problem with that? It can actually make things worse.In this episode, we’re talking:⚡ Why high-energy games like ball chasing activate the same stress pathways as fear⚡ How too much activity can make your dog more reactive and less focused⚡ The science behind scentwork and how it builds focus, balance, and calm⚡ How to swap the ‘tire them out’ mindset for a lifestyle that meets natural instincts and restores balance!If your adolescent dog seems constantly wired, this episode will replace frustration with understanding, and bring calm back to your life. 📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic 🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Your puppy’s turned into a teenager?! Here’s what’s REALLY going on - and how to survive it!Welcome to adolescence! Aka The Terrible Teens. A stage where stress stacks up fast, and bad habits picked up now can last for years.In this episode, we’ll dive into:⚡What’s happening in your dog’s brain and why it’s driving all that barking, lunging, and ignoring you⚡The kinds of enrichment that drain stress instead of adding more - including your dog’s powerful built-in stress relief system⚡How to tweak your training so it still works even when your dog’s brain is under constructionIf you’re living with a teenage dog right now, this episode will give you back your sanity! 📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic 🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay

So you survived the puppy stage: the sleepless nights, the toilet training, the chewed furniture. You thought you were in the clear… until adolescence hits!Suddenly your once-angelic pup forgets every bit of training you’ve ever done. Recall? Gone. Loose lead walking? What’s that? In this episode, you’ll discover:⚡️ The real science behind canine adolescence and why your dog suddenly seems to have lost the plot⚡️ The secret reason your teenage dog challenges you more than anyone else (hint: it’s actually a compliment)⚡️ How to tell the difference between stubbornness and stress - and why that matters for your sanity⚡️ Why curiosity and fear can exist in the same brain at the same time, creating what looks like ‘unpredictability’When you understand what’s normal and what needs attention right now, you’ll stop bad teenage habits from becoming lifelong behavioural problems!📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic 🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

It’s every dog owner’s nightmare. You’re enjoying a peaceful walk when suddenly an off-lead dog comes sprinting right at you. No owner in sight. You’ve got SECONDS to react.In this episode, we unpack how to handle one of the scariest real-life situations for any dog guardian:⭐Why your reaction in those few seconds matters SO much⭐Six real-world options for stopping an approaching dog - and how to know which to use⭐How to stay calm and protect your dog under pressure⭐The crucial post-incident step most owners forget (and why it’s key to rebuilding confidence)⭐What to do if the other owner eventually appears!Even if you never face this situation, knowing what to do will transform your confidence on walks - and your dog will feel that too.📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

One roar. One bang. One crash. That’s all it takes for a dog to go from curious to cautious.What happens in that split second after a scare decides whether your dog bounces back or carries that fear forward.You’ll hear the story of Creedie, who froze in his tracks when a fighter jet roared overhead. Emily had seconds to act… and what she did next completely changed how he handled every jet that followed. Spoiler alert: he didn’t even bother looking up at the final one - he could not have cared less. I’m sharing the same 5-step plan Emily used to help your dog recover when life throws something loud, sudden, or scary your way. You’ll know exactly how to handle unpredictable shocks like fireworks, motorbikes, thunder, or fighter jets in a way that protects your dog’s confidence and builds lasting trust between you.Fear learning can happen in a heartbeat, but so can recovery when you know what to do.📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Your dog only gets one first time. If that first time goes badly, the consequences can last a lifetime.A single experience, whether it’s meeting another dog, a ferry trip, a car ride, or a vet visit, can cause lasting fear. Car sickness, vet meltdowns, pulling, barking, or full-on reactivity that doesn’t just affect your dog - but makes everyday life stressful and unpredictable for you too.This episode is about stopping that from happening. You’ll learn how to set your dog up for calm, confident firsts that prevent fear before it starts, using real-life lessons from Creedie’s very first ferry trip.Hit play to discover:The hidden science behind fear learning and why one bad experience can stickWhy Calm Firsts matter for dogs of any age, not just puppiesHow to spot the small stressors that quietly build into panicSix practical ways to prevent fear-based behaviour problems before they ever beginBad firsts don’t just create one bad day. They narrow your dog’s world - and yours! But it doesn’t have to be that way. Learn how you can give your dog calm, positive firsts that build a lifetime of trust, freedom and adventure together.📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay

Imagine spending 4 years trying every trainer, trick, and piece of advice you can find - only to still be dragged across the road by your 27-kilo spaniel. That was Derek and Margaret’s reality with their dog Charlie.Charlie had 17 different triggers - pulling, lunging, frantic sniffing, barking at dogs, chasing cats, exploding at the doorbell, the list went on. Walks were stressful, overwhelming, and sometimes dangerous.Fast forward to today: Charlie walks calmly on a loose lead. In this episode I’m sharing how they did it:✅ Why ‘control’ was actually making Charlie worse - and what worked instead✅ How Calm First transformed Charlie’s behaviour (without tackling each trigger one by one)✅The 5 steps that gave Derek and Margaret their dream walks… loose leash walking training was only step 3!✅ The surprising side-effects of the Calm First approach - including a relaxed fireworks season!Hit play to hear how Derek and Margaret turned years of struggle into calm, loose leash walks - so you can apply it to your own dog!⭐️And if you REALLY want to stop the pulling, zig-zagging and lunging FOR GOOD, we’re about to open the doors to our once-a-year Loose Lead Walking Recipe programme! ‘The Recipe’ is the complete system that walks you step-by-step to loose lead, stress free walks… and that’s with all the 1-1s, live training, community, tools, systems and Behaviourist support to make sure you get this thing DONE - regardless of where you might be starting from today.Join the Priority List to be invited to join BEFORE everyone else - and secure an unmissable early access bonus! https://stressfreewalks.dog/priority-list  ⭐️

Stopping every time your dog pulls? That’s the most common loose lead walking advice - and one of the biggest reasons owners never fix their dog’s pulling. This stop/start method is supposed to teach dogs that when the lead is loose they can go, but in reality, it often makes things worse. Frustrated dogs. Frustrated owners. A pulling problem that feels tedious, miserable, endless.In this episode, I’ll break down why the textbook logic doesn’t work in the real world - and what to do instead, so you and your dog can finally enjoy calm, stress free walks on a lovely loose lead!Plus I’m sharing the real-life case study of my foster dog, who went from a pulling, barking mess to loose-lead mooching within just three walks.The real prize isn’t a dog who tries to walk nicely because you’ve drilled it in. It’s a dog who can’t help but walk calmly - because calm has become their natural state. Nice!

Do you know one of the biggest breakdowns in the human–dog relationship? It happens every time we clip on a lead and expect our dogs to walk neatly at our side, in a straight line, at a human pace, on a human schedule.It sounds simple, but loose leash walking is actually a huge ask! And it’s the reason so many dog owners resign themselves to a lifetime of leash pulling.In this episode, we dive into why our idea of a ‘perfect heel walk’ often misses what dogs actually need - and how to finally achieve loose leash walks that actually feel good for both of you!🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Does your dog pull like a train, zig-zag after every scent, or lunge with frustration the second you clip the lead on? You’re not alone. Pulling on the lead is one of the BIGGEST struggles dog owners face - and one of the most misunderstood.In this episode I’m sharing 7 reasons dogs pull on the lead - including some you’ve probably never been told before - and simple, practical things you can do about each one.You’ll discover: ➡️ The real reasons dogs pull on the lead (hint: it’s not because they’re ‘naughty’ or ‘just excited’).➡️ How your dog’s puppy and teenage phases shape their leash manners for life.➡️ Why anxiety, overstimulation, and frustration are often mistaken for excitement on walks.➡️ The simple changes that make loose lead walking training actually work - even if you’ve tried before and “failed.”➡️ One huge species clash between humans and dogs that explains constant pulling.🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Your dog is not a chicken. So why are we told to feed them like one? If you’ve ever been advised to scatter your dog’s meal ‘for enrichment’… that’s advice for the wrong species. What has feeding styles got to do with stress free walks, anyway? We tend to think of ‘walking problems’ (pulling, barking, lunging, ignoring you) starting only when the lead goes on. But calm walks start much earlier. They start in the daily rituals at home. Even in the way you feed your dog.In this episode, discover:Why scatter feeding meals misunderstands what dogs are naturally wired to doWhat enrichment really means (and why it’s harmful that we’re misunderstanding this)Easy alternatives that fulfil your dog’s instincts without creating frustration or panicIt’s a bit controversial, but I think you’ll find it liberating.📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Goodness me, re-training a dog can feel exhausting!😵‍💫 Eyes in the back of your head.😵‍💫 Cue after cue after cue.😵‍💫 Chicken spilling out of your pockets.🤔 The doubts that creep in: “Am I just bribing him? Shouldn’t he know how to behave by now?”If that sounds familiar, you’ve probably outgrown Level 1! Level 1 is management, distraction, keeping things under control, needing eyes in the back of your head.There is something far greater for you waiting at Level 2: FREEDOM.In this episode, you’ll discover:✅ The critical mistake that keeps dog owners stuck at Level 1 forever✅ When to move onto Level 2 to rewire your dog’s brain for lasting calm✅ Real-world examples from owners combining both strategies for genuine stress free walksHit play here and find out: are YOU ready for Level 2?📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

You’ve tried. You’ve invested the time, the treats, the classes, the love (and let’s be real… the money). But progress is frustrating.Don’t worry! You’re not ‘bad at training.’ Your dog isn’t ‘stubborn’ either.My guess is that you may be making a few quiet, almost invisible mistakes, that are undoing your effort - without you even realising it. I’m diving into 4 of the most common ones in today’s brand new episode of The Stress Free Dog Walks Show.They’re *so* common, I’d bet almost every dog owner is making at least one of them.You’ll discover:The hidden traps that make training feel like one step forward, two steps backWhy progress can vanish the moment you go somewhere different The little everyday actions that may be confusing your dog more than helping themHit play on this one before your very next training session!📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

I’m busting one of the biggest myths in the dog world: that reactive dogs just need ‘more socialising’! If your dog barks, lunges, pulls, or gets overexcited around other dogs and people, that advice could make things worse.In this episode:•  What a dog’s natural social life looks like (and how different it is from the park)•  3 proven alternatives: real-world strategies I use with clients•  How to set up safe, calm, confidence-building dog interactions•  The signs your dog is actually benefiting from social timeYou’ll know how to swap risky “socialising” for calm, controlled experiences that genuinely improve your dog’s social skills. Forget the outdated advice: THIS is how you’ll enjoy stress free walks."When you work WITH your dog’s natural instincts rather than against them, you’ll create a happy, well balanced, and yes, well behaved dog!" 💬📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic 🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Discover the powerful walking strategy every reactive, anxious, or excitable dog needs in their routine: the Decompression Walk - aka the ‘Ugly Walk’!You’ll learn:• What a Decompression Walk actually is (and what it’s not)• How to choose the right location - even if you don’t drive or live in a busy area• Why your dog won’t relax the first time and clear signs they’re starting to decompress• How these walks support recovery for BOTH of you!If your dog reacts to other dogs, pulls with excitement, or scans the street in full alert mode, this episode was made for you!"If your dog is always 'on,' so are you - and that’s exhausting for both of you." 💬📈 Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Have you been told your reactive or anxious dog “just needs to get used to it”? That if you expose them to enough dogs, people or traffic, they’ll stop barking, lunging, pulling, spinning?How’s it working out so far? 🫠Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but exposure on its own can make your dog worse.In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly why your dog’s behaviour isn’t improving - even with frequent exposure to their triggers - and what to do instead.You’ll learn:• The myth of ‘desensitisation’: why it’s not actually doing what you think • What exposure without new learning actually teaches your dog (spoiler: it’s not what you want!)• Two science-backed alternatives to exposure that actually workWhether you're dealing with lead reactivity, dog-to-dog frustration, barking at strangers, a dog who scans the streets for danger - or an excitable whirlwind who pulls to say hi, jumps up at everyone, and can’t settle - this episode is a must-watch for stress free dog walks!📈Dog Walking Diagnostic - Discover Your Dog’s Walking Style! Do you know the REAL reason your dog pulls, barks, lunges or ignores you? It’s often not what you think! Discover why your dog struggles on walks - and more importantly, what you can do about it. The Dog Walking Diagnostic Quiz is completely free, takes just 5 mins, and could be your first step toward calmer, stress-free walks with a well-behaved dog you’re proud of.https://stressfreedogwalks.com/diagnostic🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay 

Lightening up could be the BEST thing you do for your reactive dog. Hear me out… 🤷🏼‍♀️If your walks feel like work, your training’s hit a wall, or you're in ‘fix-it’ mode 24/7, this one's for you. I’m breaking down the surprising power of fun, lightness and everyday adventure in dog training - and how taking a break from intensive results-focused pressure will help you achieve stress free walks FASTER. You’ll discover:🚩The 4 red flags that signal you’re overtraining🚩How FUN and relationship-building can fast-track long-term results🚩What we can learn from the Scentventure Gym approach🚩Light-hearted missions that rewire your dog’s brain - and your relationship!Whether you're dealing with reactivity, distraction, barking, or lead pulling, this episode will show you why your progress might be plateauing. 🐕 Calm Canine BlueprintLeave a rating/review, and head over to https://stressfreedogwalks.com/review to upload your screenshot. Then I’ll send you my Calm Canine Blueprint completely free as a gift. 🍿 Watch the YouTube Showhttps://www.youtube.com/@StressFreeDogWalks 💬 Connect with me and join the conversation!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogwoodadventureplay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DogwoodAdventurePlay