Leash Reactivity vs Aggression: Understanding the Key Differences for Better Dog Training

Leash-reactive dog barking as another dog passes

Leash reactivity and aggression are related but not interchangeable behavioral terms, and confusing them can lead to inappropriate handling or training decisions. Understanding leash reactivity vs. aggression is an important first step toward choosing safer management and training strategies for your dog. This article covers the behavioral differences between reactivity and aggression, factors that may … Read more

Training Senior Dogs: A Complete Guide to Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks

Trainer practicing basic commands while training senior dogs

Senior dogs can continue learning new commands and behaviors, although age can affect performance differently depending on the task and the individual dog. A study of 115 pet dogs over six years old found no significant effect of age or lifelong training on learning speed in a specific picture-discrimination task. Other research has found age-related … Read more