Reactivity Reimagined

Fearful and over-reactive behavior will not go away on its own. The dog will not grow out of it. Left untreated, both the frequency and the intensity of the problems will increase. Reactivity is one of the hardest behaviors to deal with but have you ever wondered why that is? You may never have even thought about reactivity before you got this dog, but now when your dog starts reacting, you find yourself reacting too! You may get stressed at the very thought of going for a walk.

Two reactive dogs going on a double BAT walk.

Of course, it is not their fault. They are acting in response to an emotion – that might be fear, anxiety, or frustration – and, when they react, that can make them feel better in the moment so they keep doing it. But we can teach them a better way. We can give them new ways to respond that also feel good and over time they can start to ignore what once caused a meltdown or maybe even enjoy meeting other dogs or new people. In order to make this shift, we need to create a more calm space for our dogs. They can’t learn when they are stressed.

This is why we’ve designed a comprehensive program, Reactivity Reimagined. This program will give you all the support you need and we are with you every step of the way. In Reactivity Reimagined, you will develop the right skills to teach calm and manage your dog’s reactivity! You will learn easy and fun practical ways to keep your dog’s focus when there are distractions, how to manage situations where things are less than ideal and how to bounce back when everything goes wrong!

PROGRAM OUTLINE

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  1. UNDERSTAND
  2. OBSERVE
  3. RESET
  4. BUILD CONFIDENCE
  5. ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  6. GROW YOUR RELATIONSHIP
  7. ADVANCE YOUR SKILLS
  8. READY FOR THE REAL WORLD

TRAINING RESOURCES

VIDEOS
High definition, professionally-filmed video tutorial lessons video library so that you and your family are all on the same page.

HANDOUTS
Supplement your lessons and face-to-face sessions to support further learning and help the entire family stay in the loop.

LIVE ONLINE Q & A
Keep actively learning in our weekly online Q & A with your trainer and other families experiencing similar behavior with their dogs.

JOURNAL/DIARY
Monitor your dog’s growth and improvement in each area of wellness. Watch diet, interactions, car rides, and more.

TRAINING TRACKER
Designed to help track, set up goals, and quantify your progress as you head towards your goals.

WORKBOOK
Workbook offers an easy, step-by-step program for you to follow at home as we work together.

PROGRAM DETAILS

CONSULTATION FOR ALL COURSES

  • 90-minute private deep dive into the dynamics of your family and your goals
  • Observation and assessment of your dog
  • Review and set up management in the home
  • Help create safe spaces in your dog’s life
  • Review schedule and routine for family
  • Create structure and implement routine
  • Design a treatment plan strategy

COACHING

  • Online live group Q & A with your trainer
  • Implementing the treatment plan
  • Develop awareness of the environment so you can help your dog process what is there
  • Emergency skills for when things go wrong
  • Problem prevention strategy
  • In-person lessons scheduled based on the progress of your dog

VIDEO TUTORIALS & RESOURCES

  • 100+ easy-to-follow videos
  • Workbooks and trackers to ensure your practice and understanding
  • Handout that support your learning
  • Share your training with other students in our online learning environment so that you stay motivated and on track

SUPPORT

  • Email and phone support to give you peace of mind throughout the process
  • Community group to post and share
  • Video analysis to get feedback of your homework
  • Assistance with helping others in your family learn

PROGRAM OPTIONS

$1,350

Trainer Supported Online Course Plus 6 In-Person Lessons – Reactivity Reimagined

•90 min online consultation
•6 Private 1-2-1 training sessions (concurrent with your online program or after)
•Training workbooks, checklist, and diary
•Video tutorials (100 videos)
•Access to the private Fretful Fido Reactivity Reimagined Community Group
•Weekly group online Q & A sessions
•Serving Tucson, Sahuarita, Green Valley, Corona de Tucson, Oro Valley, & Marana (Travel charge may apply.)
•Optional 30 or 60-minute Zoom sessions with your trainer (additional fees apply)

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$399

Trainer Supported Online Course – Reactivity Reimagined

•90 min online consultation
•Training workbooks, checklist, and diary
•Video tutorials (100 videos)
•Access to the private Fretful Fido Reactivity Reimagined Community Group
•Weekly group online Q & A sessions
•Optional 30 or 60-minute Zoom sessions with your trainer (additional fees apply)

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SEE WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY

I started working with Kim at Building Bonds after adopting a reactive pup this past year. We spoke in-depth about Murphy and his anxieties prior to choosing a training route that would suit him, and I was immediately at ease knowing she had our best interest at heart. Since beginning our work together, Kim has helped me to become a better handler for Murph and I have seen his fear and anxiety improve greatly with each new session we complete. Building Bonds’ approach to training is solely positive and clearly meant to foster the relationship and understanding we have with our pets, and I am thankful to have found them in my initial search for a Tucson trainer. I would recommend their programming to anyone wanting to work more with their dog, especially those with fear or anxiety.
Emma T.
I can’t say enough about how helpful Kim was. She’s the real deal. Our dog was a rescue and a former stray. As first time dog owners, it was a lot for my girlfriend and I to handle and Kim provided all the tools to address every issue we were having. Kim also gave such valuable insight into why our dog was behaving the way she would sometimes, and it really helped me to understand her much better and be more in tune with what my dog is thinking or feeling in various situations. Throughout the process, I was incredibly impressed with the shift in behavior in our dog. Be clear and detailed and follow all of the instructions you’re given, and you’ll be well on your way to a well-trained pup.
Danie H.
I cannot say enough about this type of training At Building Bonds: Kim is so great at teaching the techniques and setting up the handler for success. After 5 weeks of Behavior Adjustment Training ( BAT) Tipper is walking in a park ;-), with mild outbursts to triggers like dogs, people, bikes, or cars. Team Tipper has made great strides with the BAT techniques. A couple of years ago I stopped taking Tipper to parks because she was uncontrollable. Tippers barking and lunging caused me to stress and then yank or pull at the leash adding to the dog’s stress level. Actually, I was embarrassed to walk Tipper. Tipper’s behaviors could be due to her handicaps and her ability to protect herself. Tipper has had three surgeries, one hip, and two knees causing her to miss out on very important social skills a young dog needs.  The end result of this training is to enjoy a walk with Tipper without her outbursts and to know what to do if an outburst happens. My neighbors think she is an unruly dog without training, even naming her “killer” dog. I hope to prove to all of them, very soon, that Tipper is not that type of dog. Thanks, Kim for all you do to improve the owner handling and the dog’s attitude to creating a tranquil walking environment. I would recommend this training to anyone who has a dog acting like Tipper and wants to improve their walks and know their dog better.
Chris D.
This training really does work. Totally overnight? Not quite. Our std. schnauzer was 10 months old. We had only had him for four months. We knew he needed more obedience work, especially with new pet parents. For 35+ years we had relied on “choke chain” methodology through classes in Tucson. When they seemed unavailable this last January, we were referred to Bldg.Bds./Kim Silver. We started with private sessions so as to understand this “building bonds” idea. After the first session, I was questioning whether or not this so-called “total positive reward-click and treat” was the real deal. Imagine my brain wanting to try this out, yet all past experience said “yeah, right”. Remember, “Patience Grasshopper”? I laugh now, but I wasn’t so inclined at first. The training works because you are investing long-term in your dog’s wellbeing. Kim is very knowledgeable regarding pet behavior and did a great job of translating it to the how and why of dog training. And with Kim Silver guiding you and your pet, amazing changes can happen very quickly. So we had a good outcome with private sessions. Luckily, Kim was starting a new group class. What a fun and worthwhile time. Eight weeks went by too soon. From then until now, when certain issues came up, we have had additional private sessions with Kim. Finally, if you’re still reading this, not only does Kim help you understand your dog, you just might have a new understanding of yourself. I’m glad I do. I look forward to working with Kim again when appropriate.
Carol F.

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