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The Exact Steps To Help Your Dog (and you!) Recover From reactivity

The proven strategy to help your dog feel safer around triggers without punishment, force, or avoiding the world forever

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tell me if any of these sound familiar

Your dog does great at training outside of the scary situation, but it all goes wrong in the “real world”

If you have a dog that reacts outside, you have real concern that at some point you might drop the lead and your dog will run into the road, hurt another animal or person..or you worry that they will bolt and you won’t find them

If you have a dog that reacts inside, you worry about the barking disturbing your neighbours, or getting a noise complaint.

You worry that this just won’t get better..or even that it will get worse over time, you won’t cope and that you and your dog’s world will become even smaller

You feel upset that your dog isn’t getting a life of freedom and the things they deserve, because their anxiety is holding you both back and you grieve the life you thought you would have with your dog

You’ve argued with a partner, friend or family member about the best way to support your dog, or you’ve found it hard to manage your own frustration, anger or stress when your dog is reactive

Your dog is a wonderful, sweet, kind soul and you just want them to be ok but you aren’t sure how to help

Sharing life with a sensitive or ‘reactive’ dog can be a rollercoaster of emotions

Especially if you have already tried so many different things to try to help them and nothing seems to stick. 

And if you’re like most of the dog guardians that I work with, right now you might be feeling frustrated, deflated and worried for your dog, because it’s so hard to see them get worked up and stressed.
 
You may also find that it’s difficult to manage your own anxiety or embarrassment when your dog has a big reaction too.
 
It can make us feel like we’re messing up or failing in some way, which is a horrible way to feel.

If you have ever: 

 

Frozen in the moment – you know what you *should* be doing to help your dog but your brain has momentarily stopped functioning

Avoided situations that might cause reactivity completely because they make you feel super anxious

Wished the ground would swallow you up because you feel so embarrassed by your dog’s behaviour & fear the judgement of others
Taken your frustration or stress out on your dog, telling them off, shouting or worse without meaning to
 

…these are all signs that reactivity is taking a real toll on you as well. 

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Unfortunately, most people are told that in order to stop their dog’s reactions, they need to do.more.training,

but the truth is that the real culprit is the emotion behind the barking and lunging, not those behaviours themselves. 
Think about a time you have behaved in a way you regretted because you were upset, angry or frightened.  Someone coming along and saying ‘stop shouting’ (for example) might have stopped you in your tracks, but it wouldn’t have stopped how you were feeling inside.

Plus, when we are in that heightened emotional state, the brain doesn’t even function as it normally would.

Processes like problem solving, decision making and most importantly the ability to learn are compromised. 
 
This can be especially true if past experiences or difficult memories are being activated by your dog’s behaviour, causing your own nervous system to go into stress or survival mode too.
 
The same is true for our dogs. We must address how they are feeling, support them to feel safe again and work through the emotions driving the behaviour FIRST. Only then will training be truly effective.
 
That’s why if you are trying to train whilst your dog is fixated on a trigger or already reacting, it will have little to no effect. The brain literally can’t retain the information.

tell me, which of these you’ve already tried?

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    Distracting your dog with food or toys
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    Obedience training
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    Saying a 'firm no', popping the lead, or shouting
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    Asking your dog to sit, lie down or "watch me" when the trigger is around
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    Completely avoiding the trigger and closing down your world
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    Many different training plans!

tell me, which of these you’ve already tried?

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    Distracting your dog with food or toys
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    Obedience training
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    Saying a 'firm no', popping the lead, or shouting
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    Asking your dog to sit, lie down or "watch me" when the trigger is around
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    Completely avoiding the trigger and closing down your world
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    Many different training plans!

If this is sounding familiar 

you’re most definitely not alone.

and there is a solution to help!

Here’s how we do it…

It’s a simple 3 step process

> Step 1

We follow a simple process to work through the emotional blocks making reactive dog life feel so overwhelming for YOU, so you can stop freezing, panicking or second-guessing yourself in difficult moments.

> Step 2

You’ll teach your dog the skills needed to feel calmer, safer and less overwhelmed around triggers, reducing the stress driving the reactions in the first place.

> Step 3

Together, we create a personalised recovery plan for your dog, so you can move forward with confidence and ongoing support.
 
We humans have a tendency to overcomplicate things when our brains are desperately searching for a solution
 
It really is as a simple as 3 steps
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WHAT IF YOU’RE NOT ACTUALLY THAT FAR FROM HELPING YOUR DOG FEEL SAFE SO THEY CAN STOP REACTING?

After years of seeing dog parents go through the same thing over and over, I’ve found the common denominator of what separates the dogs that continue to struggle and those that fully recover.

Not Just Learning About Why Your Dog Is Struggling, But The Exact Steps Needed To Overcome Their Difficulties

Learn how to support your dog, motivate yourself to do the training AND how to manage your own anxieties too!

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You must first learn how to manage your own “big” emotions AND teach your dog how to mange their own “big” emotions before any kind of training can be effective

The truth is that parenting your reactive dog can be hard work and it can feel totally overwhelming. 

Lots of dog parents find themselves in tears on more than one occasion, or feel so frustrated that they accidentally raise their voice at their dog, or tug too hard on the lead, without meaning to. 

If you’re anything like the clients that come to me for help, you want your dog to have the best possible life with you, however, understanding their quirks and triggers can be difficult sometimes, leading to stress on both ends of the lead. 

I’ve been there myself with my own dog, so I know how this can take a toll on your relationship together and your own emotional wellbeing, leading to stress, worry, depression or resentment.

It can be hard to think that our dogs might have experienced trauma….

…but it’s more common than you might think and the good news is that it is very, very possible to get better, so long as the reactivity training you’re doing is done in a safe, trauma-informed way.

The same goes for us humans too….

Many of us are walking around, living life and parenting our much loved dogs, whilst holding onto unresolved trauma from our own lives.

This is why it can feel SO HARD when your dog is barking and lunging and why it can make you feel embarrassed, ashamed or even panicked.

Yes, the situation is stressful..but often it is also triggering old unhealed wounds from earlier in our lives.

Just like dogs though, we too can recover from these things if we have the right tools to do so.

Introducing

Reactive Dog Support Camp!

The proven step-by-step system to help BOTH you and your dog recover from reactivity together

It includes:

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    Weekly live coaching sessions that help BOTH you and your dog move out of stress and survival mode, with lifetime access to all replays so you can go at your own pace without pressure
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    Simple, effective training techniques that help your dog feel calmer, safer and less overwhelmed around triggers in real life, not just in controlled training setups
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    Video demonstrations, downloadable training planners and practical examples so you can clearly see how to apply the teaching with your own dog at home and on walks
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    Ongoing personalised support, live Q&As and an optional private community so you never feel like you’re navigating reactive dog life alone again
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    A personalised long-term recovery plan for you and your dog, plus permanent programme access and future free cohort re-entry support so you can continue progressing with confidence
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    Designed to be accessible and low-pressure, with video, audio and written versions of the teaching, subtitles and transcripts for all lessons, screenreader-friendly resources and gently dripped content to reduce overwhelm and help you learn at your own pace

Plus, As A Dual Qualified Clinical Psychologist & Dog Behaviourist

I am uniquely qualified to support both you and your dog with science-backed techniques and compassion in equal measure

I’ve also been through this first hand with my own dog, so I appreciate the impact reactivity can have on day to day life with your dog.

Let’s do this together!

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Reactive Dog Support Camp is Pretty Special…

But don’t take my word for it…Here’s what some of our wonderful students have to say

Like that special moment when your dog-reactive dog IGNORES another dog completely

When you feel in control of your emotions you are better able to help your dog

From constantly apologising for your dog, to walking calmly past triggers

Getting support on the harder days so you don’t give up and keep making progress!

See What’s Waiting For You Inside Once You Become A Member…

Session 1

What Your Dog’s Reactivity Is Really Trying to Tell You

  • The biggest misunderstandings about reactivity… and why understanding them changes everything.

  • Discover the foundations that help your dog feel safer, calmer and truly ready to learn.

Session 2

Working With Your Dog’s Instincts, Not Against Them

  • Discover why understanding your dog’s natural instincts can completely change the way you approach recovery.

  • Learn your first simple reactivity recovery exercises to help both you and your dog feel calmer, safer and more in control.

Session 3

Creating the Conditions for Change

  • Discover how to take recovery beyond training and the often-overlooked factors that can make progress feel easier.

  • Take the next step in your dog’s personalised recovery plan with practical, confidence-building exercises to help them cope better with trigger

Session 4

From Fixing Behaviour to Helping Your Dog Heal

  • Learn the specific mindset shift that helps sensitive dogs recover instead of simply suppressing their behaviour.

  • Access your co-regulation library, packed with simple one-minute exercises to help both you and your dog prepare for stress and recover from it more quickly.

Session 5

How Sensitive Dogs Learn to Trust Again

  • Discover how to use the six trauma-informed principles that help sensitive dogs feel safe enough to learn, trust and recover.

  • Transform everyday interactions into opportunities to build confidence, choice and emotional resilience.

Session 6

When the World Feels Too Much For Your Dog

  • Learn the next set of practical techniques to help both you and your dog prepare for, navigate and recover from stressful situations.

  • Avoid the most common mistakes that can unintentionally slow your dog’s progress and build confidence with your next training and recovery steps.

Session 7

The Hidden Emotional Cost of Living With a Reactive Dog

  • Discover clinically informed psychological tools to help you break the cycle of stress, self-doubt and overwhelm.

  • Use a simple step-by-step reset tool to interrupt unhelpful thinking, make clearer decisions and keep moving forward with your dog.

Session 8

Breaking Free From the Emotional Cycle

  • Understand why your dog’s behaviour can trigger such powerful emotional reactions in you and how to stop old patterns shaping your progress today.

  • Use clinically informed exercises to build self-compassion, break unhelpful cycles and stay on track, even after difficult days (not just helpful in the case of working with your dog, but life generally!)

Session 9

Becoming the Person Your Dog Chooses In Moments Of Stress

  • Learn simple ways to rebuild trust, increase your dog’s confidence and strengthen your relationship through everyday interactions.

  • Discover creative ways to give your dog more choice and collaboration to reduce stress and create lasting behaviour change

Session 10

Helping Your Dog Make Better Decisions

  • The final steps to help your dog build the confidence to feel calmer around trigger without relying on you for every cue.

  • Discover practical games and everyday activities that develop resilience, independence and emotional recovery for long term progress

Session 11

The Key to Lasting Recovery

  • Uncover the missing piece in your recovery, using one of psychology’s most compassionate frameworks to finally let go of guilt, self-blame and the emotional weight of reactivity.

  • Create your personalised roadmap for continuing your dog’s progress long after the programme ends, with the confidence to keep moving forwards.

And more on our bonus Session Twelve “Cocktails & Consolidation” below…

TOGETHER WE’LL FOLLOW THE SIMPLE 4 STEP PROCESS TO RECOVERY 

We humans have a tendency to overcomplicate things when our brains are desperately searching for a solution

It really is as a simple as four steps

REACTIVE DOG SUPPORT CAMP SHOWS

YOU HOW TO:

  • Identify the past traumas for you and your dog that are impacting your emotional wellbeing and holding you back in your training so that you can move past these

  • Develop a toolkit of co-regulation exercises to help you both to prepare for facing a trigger and recover from seeing a trigger

  • Understand your dog’s communication and needs, so that you can gently support them to no longer react to their triggers  & lower frustration on both sides

  • Translate what you are doing together in training sessions to real life situations, so that your dog no longer feels the need to react to triggers

Because when you don’t have a trainer living in your house to give you individualised advice (as most of us don’t!) trying to figure it all out on your own can mean progress is SLOW.

It can also lead to a very serious and compulsive condition known as “MGS” (midnight google scroll) or dog training answers and that’s not fun for anyone!

There’s no need for the MGS when you can attend a weekly teaching session (live or recorded) and then check in with any questions you have during the week

The programme is valued at £1,682….plus additional bonus workshops and resources BUT…

  • Group Behavioural Assessment: Value: £237
  • Additional 10 GROUP Teaching Sessions: Value: £605
  • Group Consolidation session in week 12: Value £70
  • Permanent access to entire Library of Resources & all updates Value: £470/year
  • Ongoing support Value £300/month

    Total: £1,682

But Reactive Dog Support Camp is just £697

Why is there such a difference?

Simply because I remember how hard it was when my dog was struggling & I want this programme to be accessible to as many people (and dogs) as possible.

Check out the investment options below

You have two options when you invest in Reactive Dog Support Camp today

Single Instalment

£697
  • Full 11 week programme with individualised support & permanent access
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4 Instalments

£174
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& 3 further monthly instalments of £174.25
  • Full 12 week programme with individualised support & permanent access
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our money-back guarantee

14 day money back guarantee

I know that making an investment into a new programme can feel scary, especially if you’ve tried lots of other things before with your dog.

I take the worry out of that decision by providing a 14 day guarantee (from the start of the programme) to protect your investment. The only conditions are that you engage in the first two weeks of the programme (attend the sessions or watch replays, use the materials in the programme) and show us that you have done the work with your dog but not found it effective. We will be happy to provide a refund.

plus, my personal guarantee to you:

If you put in the work with your dog and with yourself, but don’t get to where you want to be, I will continue to work with you, at no extra cost, for as long as it takes for things to feel better

“Now she can see other dogs quite close to her without reacting!”

the importance of not feeling alone with this…

feeling your own confidence and motivation to work your dog increase

Everyone who joins the camp also gets this great bonus!

aaaand as an extra treat, you will also receive a 15 min 1:1 training chat with Holly on zoom!

You can use it before the programme starts, or at any point within the next 6 months!

Plus everyone who joins the camp also gets this great bonus!

aaaand I’m throwing in £147.50 of extra bonus goodies included for everyone who choose to enrol by 1st August

Plus, get these amazing bonuses, worth £172 for free when you join in the first 24 hours! 

So, Let’s Recap!

When you join Reactive Dog Support Camp you’ll get immediate access to everything you need to help BOTH you and your dog recover from reactivity, including:

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    11 weeks of live coaching and training sessions that teach you exactly how to reduce stress, build emotional safety and help your dog feel calmer around triggers
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    Step-by-step support to regulate your own anxiety, frustration and overwhelm, so you can become the confident guide your dog needs
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    Practical training techniques that address the ROOT cause of reactivity, not just the barking, lunging and visible behaviours
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    Direct access to me for personalised support, guidance and troubleshooting throughout the programme
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    Video demonstrations, case studies and real-life examples so you can confidently apply everything with your own dog
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    A library of bonus resources, quick-win trainings and support materials to help you stay motivated and keep moving forward
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    Lifetime access to all programme materials, future updates and future live cohorts, so you'll never have to figure this out alone
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    Accessible learning options including video, audio and written formats, subtitles, transcripts and screen-reader friendly resources
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    BONUS 1: 15 Minute Laser Focus Session With Holly (6-month expiry): A private 1:1 breakthrough session to help you work through a specific challenge, gain clarity on your next steps and make sure both you and your dog continue moving forward with confidence. Available to use at any point during your first 6 months.
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    BONUS 2: Consolidation & Cocktails Celebration Session: Because recovery doesn't stop when the programme ends. Join me and your fellow graduates for a relaxed group coaching session where we'll celebrate your wins, troubleshoot any final niggles, strengthen your maintenance plan and make sure you leave feeling confident about the road ahead.
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By this point, you probably have a pretty good idea whether Reactive Dog Support Camp feels like the right fit for you and your dog.
 
But before you make your decision, there’s one final thing I’d like you to consider.

There Will Always Be A Reason To Wait…

You’re busy

– Summer is busy
– Winter is busy
– Work is busy
– Life is busy

“I  just need to get through this one thing first….”

Of course, there are exceptions and sometimes life throws us something that genuinely needs our full attention.

But if you’re waiting for the moment when everything settles down and there is plenty of time, energy and headspace available, you may end up waiting a very long time.

For many of us, “not right now” quietly becomes months or even years.

And whilst there is never a perfect time to start, there is a huge sense of relief that comes from knowing you finally have a plan and someone to help guide you through it.

One thing I hear time and time again from Reactive Dog Support Camp students is:

“I wish I’d started sooner.”

 
Simply because they realise how much unnecessary stress, worry and overwhelm they carried for months (sometimes years) before getting the right support.
 
The reality is that most of the people who achieve incredible things inside the programme don’t join when life is perfect.
 
They join whilst life is still busy, messy and far from ideal.
 
They simply decide that helping their dog is important enough to start now.
 
Because our dogs don’t stay the same age forever.
 
And every month that passes is another month of walks, adventures and everyday moments that we can never get back.
 
If you’re ready to stop putting this on the “someday” list and start building a calmer, happier future together, I’d love to support you inside Reactive Dog Support Camp.
 
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“I have enjoyed the live sessions as you can comment as you go & this was really helpful to me to absord all the knowledge Holly was sharing with us”

Still Wondering If This Is Right For You?

Most reactivity programmes focus solely on changing your dog’s behaviour.

Inside Reactive Dog Support Camp, we take a different approach.

Rather than focusing only on the barking, lunging or visible reactions, we look at the emotions driving those behaviours in the first place. We help both you and your dog develop the skills needed to feel calmer, safer and more confident.

We also recognise that reactivity affects BOTH ends of the lead. That’s why the programme includes support for your own emotions, confidence and mindset alongside practical training strategies for your dog.

Finally, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Throughout the programme I work with you to develop an individualised plan that fits your dog, your lifestyle and your goals.

Honestly, most people who join Reactive Dog Support Camp have already tried lots of things.

The problem usually isn’t a lack of information.

It’s trying to piece together advice from ten different places whilst second-guessing yourself every step of the way.

Inside the programme, you’ll learn exactly what to focus on, what to ignore and how to build a recovery plan that works for your individual dog.

Instead of jumping from technique to technique, you’ll have a clear framework and ongoing support to help you stay consistent and make progress.

I have complete faith that the skills you will learn inside Reactive Dog Support Camp will help you and your dog. That is why we take the risk of investing away by giving you a 14 day money back guarantee. We simply ask that you attend (or watch the replay) of the first two weeks and show us that you’ve done the work and it didn’t help. This is because if you don’t do the work, nothing will change.

The programme begins on 21st September. Live sessions run Mondays at 6pm London time (BST) for 11 weeks.

Lots of our students are in different timezones and as such recordings are provided promptly along with relevant video demos and other resources as need. Recordings and resource do not expire.

Absolutely.

Many of the dogs who join Reactive Dog Support Camp react to multiple triggers including dogs, people, vehicles, noises, visitors, handling, veterinary procedures and specific places or situations.

Some are rescue dogs, some have experienced trauma and some have no obvious history at all.

The good news is that we focus on the underlying emotional experience rather than treating every trigger as a completely separate problem.

During the programme, I’ll help you identify the areas causing the greatest stress and create a personalised recovery plan that feels manageable and realistic for both you and your dog.

Yes.

Reactivity isn’t defined by a specific behaviour. It’s defined by an emotional response.

Whilst some dogs bark, growl or lunge, others freeze, hide, tremble, avoid situations, become hypervigilant or appear completely shut down.

Inside Reactive Dog Support Camp we focus on helping dogs feel emotionally safer and better able to cope with the world around them, regardless of how their stress or fear shows up.

If your dog struggles with big emotions, this programme can help.

No.

In fact, a good trainer or behaviourist should never need to deliberately expose a dog to something that makes them feel unsafe simply to observe a reaction.

Through a discussion about your dog’s history, behaviour, body language and triggers, I can gather the information needed to help you understand what’s happening and what to do next.

Our goal is to help your dog feel safer, not to recreate difficult situations unnecessarily.

Absolutely.

All live sessions are recorded and uploaded to the programme portal promptly.

You can watch them whenever it suits you and revisit them as many times as you like because you’ll have permanent access.

Many students join from different countries and time zones, whilst others balance work, family commitments and caring responsibilities.

The programme is specifically designed to be flexible and to fit around real life.

Throughout the programme you’ll have access to live teaching sessions, Q&A opportunities, community support and direct access to me for guidance and troubleshooting.

You’ll also receive a private 15-minute Laser Focus Session which can be used at any point during your first six months in the programme.

When the 11 weeks are complete, your support doesn’t suddenly disappear.

You’ll retain lifetime access to the programme materials, future updates and future live cohorts, meaning you can revisit the content and continue learning for as long as you need.

I want you to feel confident in your decision, which is why Reactive Dog Support Camp comes with a 14-day money-back guarantee from the programme start date (full terms and conditions are available on checkout).

Beyond that, my commitment to you is simple:

If you’ve genuinely engaged with the programme and done the work, but you’re not seeing progress by the end of the 12 weeks, I will continue supporting you at no additional cost until you do.

Because helping both you and your dog recover is far more important to me than sticking rigidly to a calendar.

Absolutely.

Reactive Dog Support Camp has been designed to be as accessible and flexible as possible.

All teaching is provided in video, audio and written formats, with English subtitles on every video, downloadable transcripts and screen-reader friendly PDFs throughout the programme.

Training and behavioural techniques can be adapted for members with mobility difficulties, and because every dog and person is different, we’ll always look at what is realistic and achievable for your individual circumstances.

Resources are released gradually to help reduce overwhelm, and you’ll have permanent access to everything, meaning you can work through the programme at a pace that feels manageable for you.

Absolutely.

Live sessions take place on Zoom and you’ll simply click a link to join.

All recordings, resources and bonus materials are stored inside a simple programme website that has just a couple of pages and is designed to be easy to navigate.

You don’t need any special software, technical knowledge or fancy equipment.

And if you do get stuck, help is always available.

Many of our members describe themselves as “not very techy” and have no problem accessing the programme.

Whether your dog isn’t motivated by food or toys, you have multiple dogs, or your situation doesn’t fit the typical examples, the principles inside Reactive Dog Support Camp can still be adapted to your circumstances.

Throughout the programme I’ll help you apply the framework to your individual dog, household and goals.

This is common struggle for people sharing their life with a reactive dog. We have an entire session on coping with these things

We charge in British Pounds (GBP). If you’re outside the UK, simply search “£697 in [your currency]” for an approximate conversion. Most banks and card providers will automatically convert the payment for you at checkout. We don’t charge extra for international transactions.

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Here’s what I know…

There’s nothing more powerful than being in an environment with other people who are doing the same thing.. because all it takes is one idea to spark the “breakthrough”. It’s never too late to start.

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