Reactive Rover is a 7-week behavior modification course designed for dogs exhibiting aggressive or reactive behaviors toward other dogs, people or both. It is also designed for dogs that are leash aggressive. This course helps address challenging behaviors such as growling, barking, lunging, and biting.
If your dog is showing signs of aggression or potentially dangerous behavior, this class is essential. Without the right intervention, these behaviors can escalate and pose serious risks.
The first class is an orientation without dogs to prepare you for the class. Classes are held outdoors at a private location (away from people and other dogs). At the beginning of actual hands-on training, each handler and their dog will be positioned at a safe distance. Safety is our first priority.
Our Reactive Rover Course is a specialized program to help handlers manage and retrain appropriate behavior in dogs that are aggressive.
This course utilizes counterconditioning and carefully structured, real-life scenarios to help dogs form positive associations with the presence of other dogs, while reinforcing the ability to stay focused on their handler instead of reacting aggressively.
Handlers will develop the skills needed to read subtle behavioral cues, recognize early signs of stress, and support their dogs in making more appropriate choices during challenging situations.
Training is grounded in reward-based methods, systematic desensitization, and motivational techniques, creating a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for learning. With small class sizes and thoughtful space management, the program is designed to reduce overstimulation and ensure each dog can work at their own pace.
The overarching goal is to replace reactive behaviors with calm, confident responses, making everyday interactions more manageable—and more enjoyable—for both dogs and their handlers.
Class Schedule: Saturday, May 10(11 am- 12 pm)
First class is orientation (without the dogs) held without the dogs at Hollywood Feed Pet Store (community room)
Training Classes are held at a private outdoor location.
Cost: $385 for the entire 7-week curriculum
This class uses counterconditioning and structured real-life scenarios to help dogs develop positive associations with other dogs while learning to focus on their handler instead of reacting aggressively. Owners will gain skills in reading their dog’s signals and supporting them in making better choices in stressful situations.
The training relies on reward-based, desensitization, and motivational methods, ensuring a safe and structured learning environment. With small class sizes and careful space management, the goal is to replace aggressive reactions with calm, confident behavior, making daily interactions more manageable for both dogs and owners.
Emphasizing behavior modification and handling skills, the course helps dogs overcome their underlying fears, emotions, and decision-making challenges. Each dog receives individualized training while others relax out of sight, creating a controlled and supportive atmosphere. Owners will learn how to interpret their dog’s behavior and guide them through difficult encounters, ultimately building confidence for both. By using only positive reinforcement techniques, the class fosters a safe and encouraging environment that supports long-term behavioral change.
Critical skills, Handling Techniques & Complex Dog Body Language Training
Our Reactive Rover Class is conducted outdoors with plenty of room to move around. Dogs are trained in groups of one or two at a time, so they are never overwhelmed. With small group sizes and careful space management, reactive dog classes ensure dogs remain focused and relaxed, preventing setbacks in their training. The ultimate goal is to replace aggressive reactions with calmer, more appropriate behaviors, allowing your dog to feel more comfortable in the world while giving you the skills to handle situations with confidence.
Dogs are evaluated individually and introduced to safe dogs and classmates at a pace suited to their needs. The program prioritizes gradual exposure and personalized progress, allowing each dog to build confidence and improve behavior in a safe, structured setting.
Each dog-handler pair progresses at their own pace, focusing on the dog’s comfort. Dogs learn leash manners and staying calm around other dogs, while handlers learn to read their dog’s mood, manage issues, and support their reactive dog’s success.
The exercises address dogs’ fears, emotions, and decision-making. Each dog receives individual attention while others relax nearby. Dogs are evaluated individually and gradually exposed to safe student dogs at their own pace.
Upcoming Class: Saturday, May 10 (11 am-12 pm)
Orientation is held at Hollywood Feed located at 9660 Falls of the Neuse Raleigh 27615
Training Classes are held at a private outdoor location.
Cost: $385 for the entire 7-week curriculum
Class size is strictly limited.