Case Study: Helping Henry Feel Safe & Confident
Before: Reactive on walks, jumpy at home, uncomfortable with handling, trained with aversive tools, and constantly on high alert in a busy neighborhood.
After 8 sessions:
Calmer walks, improved recovery around triggers, transitioned to a harness, successful confidence-building with a decoy dog, and a more relaxed, affectionate presence at home.
The biggest change?
Henry didn’t just learn new skills—he learned that the world (and other dogs) don’t have to feel so scary.
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