The rEACTIVE SOCIAL CLUB
If you have a reactive, nervous, anxious or easily over aroused dog, you'll know that walks aren't always the relaxing experience people imagine.
Instead of enjoying the fresh air, you may find yourself constantly scanning the environment, worrying about other dogs, avoiding busy areas, or feeling anxious about what might happen around the next corner.
You're not alone.
Our Reactive Social Club Walks are designed to provide a safe, supportive environment where both dogs and their owners can build confidence without pressure, judgement, or unrealistic expectations.
These walks aren't about achieving the perfect heel walk or having your dog ignore everything around them. They're about creating positive experiences, building confidence, and helping both ends of the lead feel more relaxed.
What are Reactive Social Club Walks?
These structured group walks are specifically for dogs who struggle around other dogs, people, or busy environments.
Rather than forcing interactions, we focus on helping dogs feel safe and comfortable while learning to exist calmly around others.
There are no on lead greetings, no pressure to "make friends", and no expectation for your dog to be perfect.
Instead, we create opportunities for positive experiences through careful management, exposure, appropriate spacing, and real life practice.
What You'll Gain
✔ A safe space to practice around other dogs
✔ Guidance on understanding your dog's body language and emotions
✔ Support with handling, positioning, and management techniques
✔ Increased confidence for both you and your dog
✔ Real life training opportunities in a controlled setting
✔ A community of owners who truly understand the challenges of living with a reactive dog
How the Walks Work
Throughout the walk, I'll be actively monitoring the environment, managing distances between dogs, and helping create successful experiences for everyone attending.
These are group sessions rather than one to one training session, but support and guidance are always available if you need help or reassurance.
Every dog is allowed to work at their own pace, and we celebrate progress in all its forms, whether that's calmly walking alongside another dog from a distance or simply feeling more relaxed in the environment.
Is This Right for My Dog?
These walks may be suitable if your dog:
• Reacts to other dogs while on lead
• Becomes nervous around unfamiliar people or environments
• Struggles with excitement or over arousal on walks
• Needs help building confidence around everyday distractions
• Would benefit from controlled exposure alongside supportive guidance
A Judgement Free Environment
Everyone attending understands what it's like to live with a dog who finds certain situations difficult.
There is no judgement, no comparisons, and no pressure.
Just a group of owners working together to help their dogs feel safer, calmer, and more confident in the world around them.
JOIN OUR NEXT REACTIVE SOCIAL CLUB WALK
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JOIN OUR NEXT REACTIVE SOCIAL CLUB WALK |
Date: Sunday 26th July
Time: 10:00am
Location: Long Melford
Price:£12 per dog
Limited spaces available. Book your place today and enjoy a supportive, judgement free environment designed specifically for reactive, nervous and over-aroused dogs.