It can be very stressful and challenging to walk a reactive dog. Unless you live in the rural countryside, you're probably going to come across some of their triggers, whether it's people, cars, sounds, or other dogs. This combination can feel like a recipe for disaster, leaving you on edge the whole time, and your dog lashing out constantly. You might even avoid taking them out as much.
Reactivity in dogs is an emotional response to something they feel scared or frustrated about. To move forward and help your dog heal, you need to change the way they feel about their triggers and teach them new coping mechanisms. Once you've checked that there's not an underlying health issue that's contributing to this behavior, you might want to work alongside a qualified trainer.
