Client Consultation: Anxiety in Public and Relevance Issues on Walks

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Leela, a 10-year-old dog, has issues with anxiety in public and relevance issues on walks. Pally, a foster dog, has separation anxiety, fear of cars, and resource guarding behavior. Leela is more aloof and doesn't care much about other dogs, while Pally is more sociable and fluent in dog language. Leela tends to vibe check other dogs and correct their behavior if they get too excited. Both dogs have had a few fights over food and territorial issues. The owner has established boundaries and control in the house, but needs help with public behavior and preventing fights. The principal themes of the conversation are separation anxiety, claiming behavior, fear of cars, and behavior on walks and during meals. The main takeaways include the importance of setting boundaries and providing structure, while working on building separate relationships with each dog.
Takeaways

• Leela has anxiety in public and needs help with relevance issues on walks
• Pally has separation anxiety, fear of cars, and resource guarding behavior
• The owner has established boundaries and control in the house, but needs help with public behavior and preventing fights
• Set boundaries and provide structure to establish clear expectations
• Build separate relationships with each dog to strengthen their bond with you
• Use the gentle method to address leash reactivity
• Practice the place command to promote independence and reduce following behavior
  

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