EP 60: MICHAEL ELLIS - If I Had a Reactive Dog In 2025, This Is What I'd Do (FULL BLUEPRINT)
Caffeine and CaninesShow Notes
If you’ve got a reactive dog? Then this episode isn’t just helpful - it’s essential.
I’m joined by Michael Ellis for a rapid-fire masterclass that gives you a foolproof path from reactivity to neutrality. We’ll answer: the starting block exercises that 99% of people ignore; exactly what to do the moment your dog explodes; and the step-by-step progression from 100ft out to your dog being able to tolerate dogs in their space from just a few feet away.
Like I said, if you have a reactive dog, it would be Criminal to miss this - pen and paper at the ready. Enjoy!
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