Pet Behaviour Odysseys is back! Season 2: Living with a Reactive Dog

In this new season, Milly and Daniel return to discuss the experience of reactive dog ownership; something which Milly has first hand experience of with Amber. We introduce you to Ross and Roscoe and their dedicated carers. These are individuals who sought to navigate the Odyssey of reactive dog ownership and care, striving to strike a balance between their dog's needs and their own. What's it really like to share your life with a reactive dog? For many owners, it's a journey marked by unexpected challenges, isolation, frustration and sometimes guilt. But it's also a journey of understanding, acceptance and discovering new ways to enjoy life together. Despite very different backgrounds and experiences, the stories of all three carers reveal some striking similarities. They have all faced the emotional challenges of living with a reactive dog, the judgement of others and the frustration of being told their dogs simply need more training. Through their honest and sometimes moving accounts, we explore why reactivity isn't simply a training problem, how our expectations of dog ownership can be challenged, and why understanding the individual dog is so important. This season isn't about quick fixes or miracle cures. It's about listening to real experiences, challenging misconceptions and exploring how we can improve quality of life for both dogs and their owners. 🎧 Join us for the beginning of two very personal odysseys. If you have ever owned a reactive dog, you will know how isolating and stressful it can be; how difficult it can be to make realistic, humane decisions. This series is dedicated to you. If you know anyone with a reactive dog, please help them by letting them know about this series. We hope that by sharing these experiences, carers will feel reasured and confident enough to make better decisions.