Reclaim your walks with Reactive Rovers
Reclaim your walks with Reactive Rovers
Transform leash reactivity through our comprehensive course
Small dogs often get an unfair reputation for being “yappy” or aggressive, but the truth is, they’re often navigating a big and scary world. With everything and everyone towering above them, it’s no wonder our small dogs sometimes bark and lunge to create space.
Our Reactive Rovers course is designed with empathy for these little warriors, helping them build confidence and find better ways to communicate.
We’re here to show that small dogs can be mighty in spirit and impeccably behaved, turning those challenging walks into calm and confident ones.
Course details:
- For dogs up to 15kg with on-leash reactivity towards other dogs
- 7-week program: 1 dog-free orientation + 6 weekly 45-minute group classes
- Maximum 4 dogs per class, with 2 handlers allowed per dog
- Held at St Ives Showgrounds (indoor venue)
- Strict management and barriers for safety and comfort (distance, sound and visual barriers are used while learning initial foundation skills, only working near the other dogs when individually ready).
What YOU'LL learn:
- Managing your home environment to prevent reactivity
- Keeping your dog calm and safe on walks
- Emergency behaviours for tricky situations
- Choosing the best walking equipment
- Effective leash handling
- Understanding and teaching your dog through positive methods
What YOUR DOG will learn:
- Positive associations around dogs
- Calm visual engagement and disengagement skills
- Loose leash walking
- Default behaviours around triggers
- Emergency behaviours for safer walks
Course structure:
- 1-hour dog-free orientation session
- 6 weekly 45-minute group classes
- Staggered 5-minute arrivals/departures for safety
- Individual escorts to and from your car
Pricing: $595 for the full 7-week course
Reactive Rovers runs 4 times a year during school term weekday evenings.
The course is not suitable for human-reactive dogs. Under 18s are not allowed in class.
Ready to help your small dog overcome their reactivity? Spaces are limited to ensure personalised attention, so book your spot in our next Reactive Rovers course…
