Stranger Directed Reactivity with Lisa Mullinax

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This episode is all about dogs that bark/lunge/growl at strangers, both on walks and inside the home. Lisa and I discuss:

The difference between reactivity and aggression

How to help dogs with stranger directed aggression acclimate to new people

Why "first impressions" are so important for these cases

How to tell if the dog is actually comfortable around a guest

What to teach dogs who are reactive on leash towards people

And so much more

About Lisa:

Lisa Mullinax is approaching 25 years of experience in canine behavior. A Certified Dog…