What is clicker training?

Clicker training (also known as marker, operant, or positive reinforcement training) is a science-backed method used to teach animals just about anything they're physically and mentally capable of doing.

How much does dog training cost?

Here’s the quick scoop: Dogs & Bonds' initial consultation is $250, and individual training sessions are $150. I also offer discounted rates when you choose a package, and payment plans are available if you need a little wiggle room.

Does dog training work?

Every dog can learn. Dogs & Bonds dog training is tailored, kind, and built to bring out your dog’s best self.

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Walking a Reactive Dog: A Life Skill in Motion

If you’ve ever walked a reactive dog, you know it’s not just a stroll, it’s a skill, an awareness, and a relationship in motion. It’s about reading the world together. It’s noticing the little shifts before they become big reactions. It’s planning, adapting, and learning your dog as deeply as they learn you.

As a professional dog trainer and dog behaviour specialist, I know this journey can feel overwhelming - but it’s also where some of the deepest bonds are built.

This post is part checklist, part diary, part how-to, and all grounded in real-world experience. Whether you're just starting or you've been in this dance a while, here's a look at how walking a reactive dog can become a skill, a connection, and (yes) sometimes an art.