free
resources

Animal welfare and training organizations

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: https://www.aspca.org/about-us

Clicker Training Information: https://www.clickertraining.com/library?source=kpctnavba

Michigan Humane Society: https://www.michiganhumane.org/

Pet Professional Guild: https://petprofessionalguild.com/

The Whole Dog Journal: https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/

Your Dog (by Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine): https://www.tuftsyourdog.com/

families with (or expecting) children & dogs

Family Paws: https://www.familypaws.com/

reactivity in dogs

Reactivity is not a dog being disobedient or “dominant”.  It is not a training issue, nor can it be resolved by punishment or corrections. Then what is reactivity?  It is a complex emotional response (most often fear) to something in the dog’s environment (humans, other animals, noises, objects etc). Causes can be genetic, but they are likely due to a lack of or improper socialization or prior bad experiences.  It is an issue that must be addressed by careful management of the dog’s environment in conjunction with desensitization and counter-conditioning.  It may also require pharmaceutical intervention under the guidance of a licensed veterinarian and/or veterinary behaviorist.**

**Cornell University - Managing Reactive Behavior: 
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/riney-canine-health-center/health-info/managing-reactive-behavior

C.A.R.E. for Reactive Dogs: http://careforreactivedogs.com/

muzzle training and dog bite prevention

Doggone Safe: https://doggonesafe.com/About

The Muzzle Up Project: https://muzzleupproject.com