When I first started my journey with a reactive dog, I was overwhelmed by all the gear, tools, and advice out there. What actually works? What’s just marketing fluff? Over time (and many Amazon orders later…), I started building a list of products that genuinely helped us feel safer, more confident, and more in control.
The result? Well, here's an introduction to the 'Ultimate Gear Guide for Reactive Dogs'. This guide is a lovingly curated collection of everything that’s made a real difference on our walks, in training, and in day-to-day life. Many of these products I've used and some others are comparable accessories and resources that I've seen others' using and have heard glowing reviews about.
From muzzles and harnesses to puzzle toys and books that changed how I understood my dog -- it’s all here.
Owning a reactive dog isn't always easy. My goal with this guide is to help anyone else out there dealing with the day-to-day struggles and to provide a shortcut to finding what works.
Life with a reactive dog isn’t always straightforward -- but having the right tools can make a difference. Every product in this guide is something that’s helped us feel a little safer, calmer, or more connected on our walks and in training, and I truly hope they can help you too.
This list is a living, growing resource. I’ll be updating it regularly as we discover new favourites that make life easier for both ends of the lead.
If you’ve got a go-to product that’s helped your reactive pup, feel free to share! I love hearing from other owners.
Huge thanks to Olivier Amyotfor the beautiful cover photo, shared freely on Unsplash. Your generosity makes storytelling that much more vibrant.
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