Dog Reactivity Training

Living with a reactive dog can feel isolating, frustrating, and emotionally draining. When your dog struggles to stay calm in busy environments or becomes easily overwhelmed by excitement or frustration, it can make everyday life more challenging than it should be.

I work with dogs who struggle with overexcitement, frustration, or a lack of structure. We’ll look at what’s really going on and start putting the right pieces in place to bring clarity, calm and control to both of your lives.

What is Dog Reactivity?

Reactivity is often misunderstood. It doesn’t always look the same and it doesn’t always come from the same place. For some dogs, it shows up in moments of overexcitement. For others, it comes from frustration, confusion, or being unable to cope with certain environments or situations.

It’s not something that just goes away with time. Ignoring it or avoiding certain situations might feel easier in the short term, but it often makes the problem harder to deal with later. The sooner we bring clarity and direction into the picture, the better things start to feel-for both of you.

How 1:1 Training Can Help dog Reactivity?

Reactivity won’t improve by ignoring it or waiting for your dog to “grow out of it.” What’s needed is clarity, structure, and consistency paired with an honest look at where things might be going wrong.

I’ll help you recognise what’s fuelling your dog’s reactivity and show you how to change the way you handle those moments. This isn’t about managing symptoms, it’s about getting to the root of it and giving you the knowledge to start making real changes that last.

Why the Right Support Matters With Your Dogs Reactivity

Reactivity rarely sorts itself out. Without the right guidance, things often get worse not better. Avoiding triggers, hoping your dog will grow out of it, or relying on quick fixes can leave you feeling more stuck than ever.

What makes the difference is having someone with the experience to assess what’s really going on, ask the right questions, and guide you with clarity. I’ll help you implement a clear plan, set expectations that make sense, and support you as part of the TDT community, so you’re never trying to figure it all out alone.

Progress takes work, but with the right support, change is absolutely possible!

FAQs on Dog Reactivity Training

What kind of reactivity do you work with?

Will my dog be “fixed” after one session?

Do you offer support after the session?

How long will it take to see progress?

Will I need to change things at home too or is this just about training on walks?

Moving Forward with Your Dog

Reactivity isn’t something you just have to live with. With the right approach and real commitment, things can get easier for you and your dog. If you’re ready to take the next step and put in the work, I’m here to guide you with honest, practical support that fits your real life.

If you’re ready to make a change, let’s get started.

Contacted Angela for a anxious dog issue , she has been great her training is helping my dog be able to be left alone without chewing furniture
Our dog Iris stayed with Angela whilst we were on holiday. The updates were regular and Iris looked like she was having the time of her life! She enjoyed Angela’s dogs Ivy and Maisey’s company and she came home super happy! Angela not only boarded but also trained alongside and helped improve Iris’ training and skills. I couldn’t fault the communication of the handovers and drop offs and the regular updates and pictures really put us at ease. We also came home to a domestic emergency with our house, Angela happily kept Iris for an extra night and it was no bother to her at all. We can’t wait to use Angela’s boarding again and I’m sure Iris would say the same if she could talk!🤣
We’ve had an exceptional experience with Angela at Turner Dog Training. Her expertise in handling our lively Vizsla, Sophie, was evident in the remarkable progress we made with engagement, lead walking and obedience.

In addition, Angela's careful guidance helping us introduce an e-collar as an extra tool to help us deal specifically with severe reactivity showcased her professionalism and dedication. The thorough and gentle conditioning phase, under Angela's guidance, has yielded fantastic results. Our relationship with our dog Sophie has blossomed, and we now getting back to enjoying normal dog walks with newfound ease.

Angela's overnight home-boarding services were equally outstanding – Sophie felt at home, and her return from a week-long holiday with Angela was marked by a surprising calmness in our usually anxious dog. Angela kept us regularly updated with texts and fabulous photos of Sophie during her stay.

We are sincerely grateful to Angela for her invaluable assistance, and we wholeheartedly recommend her services to any dog owner seeking skilled and compassionate training. Angela's expertise and genuine care make Turner Dog Training a top choice for transforming the relationship with your furry friend.
We’ve had an exceptional experience with Angela at Turner Dog Training. Her expertise in handling our lively Vizsla, Sophie, was evident in the remarkable progress we made with engagement, lead walking and obedience.

In addition, Angela's careful guidance helping us introduce an e-collar as an extra tool to help us deal specifically with severe reactivity showcased her professionalism and dedication. The thorough and gentle conditioning phase, under Angela's guidance, has yielded fantastic results. Our relationship with our dog Sophie has blossomed, and we now getting back to enjoying normal dog walks with newfound ease.

Angela's overnight home-boarding services were equally outstanding – Sophie felt at home, and her return from a week-long holiday with Angela was marked by a surprising calmness in our usually anxious dog. Angela kept us regularly updated with texts and fabulous photos of Sophie during her stay.

We are sincerely grateful to Angela for her invaluable assistance, and we wholeheartedly recommend her services to any dog owner seeking skilled and compassionate training. Angela's expertise and genuine care make Turner Dog Training a top choice for transforming the relationship with your furry friend.
This was the first ever night Bleu has stayed out without me or my partner I was really nervous about leaving her however, Angela made everything so much easier I knew bleu would be in the best hands, I got pupdates and pictures which I loved seing her face ❤️ appreciate all the time and effort Angela put into bleu she is still tired today would definitely recommend
We used the home boarding service for our dog Maggie for 10 days during the summer holidays. Angela sent us daily updates and did some additional training. We were apprehensive about leaving maggie but she loved the experience and we will definitely use Angela for our next holiday.
Angela is amazing! So good with Roxie and made our wedding day so special by bringing her in. Couldn’t recommend enough
Angela really is fantastic at what she does, she is so passionate about dogs & truly puts your pet first!
We required puppy visits for our boy Harris, Angela was amazing from the start; she done an initial visit with Harris to make sure they bonded & so that we could see how professional and qualified she is, she took control of the situation by providing us with all info we needed as well as even demonstrating some training. We’re 1st time dog owners so were very nervous about having a stranger take care of our boy & enter our home 5 days a week but Angela settled these nerves so quickly with consistent pics/video updates, we truly trusted she had Harris’ best interest at heart. She is so on the ball with noticing when things aren’t right; she managed to recognise an injury that Harris had developed, and stayed with him until we got home & on another occasion was also quick to remove a Tick from his face when she found it! Angela gave us some great training advice throughout & was always happy to have a chat when we crossed paths on her visits. Overall an amazing dog walker/trainer that has set the bar very high for us in the future! We’d recommend Angela to anyone & will definitely use her boarding/training classes in the future. Good luck in your new venture Angela, we’ll miss you! ☺️ x