Loving Mick, My Reactive Dog: How an Award-Winning Dog Trainer Learned to Help Her Own Reactive Dog

Loving Mick, My Reactive Dog: A Trainer's Journey from Frustration to Hope

Does your dog bark, lunge, or overreact on walks? Are you struggling to understand and help your reactive dog? Loving Mick, My Reactive Dog is the heartfelt, practical story of Mick, a Belgian Tervuren whose intense reactivity challenged even his experienced trainer.

Follow Mick from puppyhood through setbacks and breakthroughs as his owner, Laura, candidly shares her early mistakes and the step-by-step strategies that transformed both their lives. This book goes beyond a memoir-it's a hands-on guide for anyone living with a reactive dog.

Inside you'll discover:

• What reactivity really is-and how it differs from aggression
• The science behind canine reactivity: physiology, emotions, and triggers
• Common handling mistakes and how to avoid them
• A proven, positive training plan to help your dog stay calm and focused
• Inspiring lessons in patience, empathy, and resilience

Whether you're a dog owner, trainer, or animal lover, this book offers hope, practical tools, and a reminder that every dog deserves understanding and a chance to thrive.