Did you know?

Did you know that dogs which are reactive they are dogs which will have had a bad experience when younger.  Most people can relate to the moment when things go wrong in their dogs lives. But for some they cannot.  Because it can be as simple as another dog jumping on yours as a puppy in a puppy school.  
From a behaviourist point of view puppy parties are the worst idea possible.  Uncontrolled puppy play or even with adults is the worst idea possible.  Unfortunately Big social groups of the same breed can cause also reactivity in dogs.  Because most people do not understand the complications of other dogs playing with your dog.  You may see it as playing. But to your dog it may be scared to death this other one wants to jump on it and play.   This brings out natural behaviours when you put large groups of dogs together.  They are not children, they are dogs, and dogs have this inherited trait how to live in large groups, and to be thrown together in large groups you will see fear because they do not know how to react.   You will get a dog which is the alpha which can dominate the submissive dog.   
A dog boarder also has a lot to learn, because mostly they are not in control of large groups of dogs and again causes reactivity.   If you want to find a boarder make sure your dog is the only one or just two. Do not leave your dog in large groups of dogs.  Sadly however most boarders need more than 2 to earn an income.  Plus it's a free for all on walks.  These kind of situations can cause terrible behaviours later.  Dog aggression. 
Dog creches also are not good for dogs.  Because you need someone which has their eye on every dog all the time who will grab a dog and take it out of the situation if needed. 

I have been on a learning journey the past few months, and I am continuing to learn.  But this is something ive known since in my 20's but it's lovely to have it all reaffirmed.   Therefore if any Silvestres go on large group walks you should seriously consider again, because it is not in the dogs welfare or social need to be dominated by other dogs. It can cause fear which can turn to reactivity.  

Most dog aggression or reactivity is down to bad experiences which you have put the dog in. It's okay to say NO!  do not let people say to you can my dog say hello to yours. Say NO!

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