Reactivity & Aggression Training at Wildpaw Pathways

£50 per 1-hour session (custom packages available)

If your dog barks, lunges, growls, or stiffens every time another dog appears, a person walks by too close, or a bike zooms past, you know how exhausting — and heartbreaking — those walks can become. The tension on the lead, the racing heart (yours and theirs), the constant scanning for triggers… it can make you dread the very thing that should bring joy: time outside with your best friend.

At Wildpaw Pathways, we specialise in turning that stress into calm, confident freedom — one gentle, rewarding step at a time.

Our reactivity and aggression training is 100% force-free and positive: no yelling, no punishment, no aversive tools. We use science-backed methods (desensitisation, counter-conditioning, BAT-style threshold work) to help your dog feel safe and in control around the things that once scared or frustrated them.

What that looks like in practice:

- We start with generous distance — far enough that your dog notices the trigger but stays relaxed enough to eat treats, think, and choose calm over reaction.

- We reward every soft glance at you, every relaxed ear flick, every moment they choose to stay connected instead of exploding.

- Gradually — and only as fast as your dog is comfortable — we close the gap, turning triggers from threats into background noise.

- Sessions take place in real-world environments (quiet trails to busier parks, even pet-friendly spots) so progress transfers straight to your daily life.

The changes we see are beautiful:

- A dog who once exploded at 20 metres now walks past calmly at half that distance, glancing at their owner with soft eyes and taking a treat.

- An owner who used to brace for impact now breathes easily, smiles, and says, “I can’t believe how different this feels.”

- Walks that were battles become adventures again — tails wagging, heads up, both of you enjoying the world together.

This isn’t about “fixing” your dog or forcing them to “behave.” It’s about helping them understand the world is safe, that you’ve got their back, and that good things happen when they stay connected to you.

If reactivity or aggression is stealing the joy from your time together, we’re here in a completely judgement-free space to listen to your story and build a custom pathway forward — starting with your free consultation.

Let’s turn those tense moments into peaceful ones… and get back to enjoying the walks you both deserve. 🐾

Ready to take the first gentle step? Get in touch today — we’re excited to help your dog feel safe and you feel proud again.