Dog Reactivity Training Methods Explained: BAT, LAT, Classical Conditioning, Engage Disengage & Pattern Games

Denise Devereux

Published on: 19/07/2026

In this guide, we'll explain five of the most effective dog reactivity training methods used by qualified force-free behaviourists: Behaviour Adjustment Training (BAT) Look At That (LAT) Training Classical Conditioning Engage Disengage Pattern Games

Reactive Behaviour

Dog Lunging on Walks: Understanding and Improving Reactivity Using Force-Free Training

Denise Devereux

Published on: 29/05/2026

Understand why dogs lunge on walks and how to Improve Reactivity Using Force-Free Training by a qualified dog behaviourist

Common Training ProblemsReactive Behaviour

Counter Conditioning: Changing Emotional Responses

Denise Devereux

Published on: 28/05/2026

Counter-conditioning is one of the main methods that force-free dog behaviourists use to change dogs emotional responses in behaviour training

Reactive Behaviour

Why Dogs Bark at Other Dogs: Understanding Reactive Behaviour Using Force-Free Training

Denise Devereux

Published on: 28/05/2026

Dogs can bark at other dogs for many reasons, understanding why your dog barks at other dogs is the first step to understanding your dog

Common Training Problems