Reactive Systems, Reactive Dog & Solutions

The Dog Parentology Podcast by Sparky Smith, MSST, ISCP.DIP.CANINE.PRAC., IAABC - CDBC, MCMA, SSBB

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Episode 2: Unlocking Your Dog’s Triggers: A Science-Backed Guide to Calm

In this episode of Dog Parentology, we take a deep dive into one of the most challenging aspects of dog behaviour—triggers. What makes your dog go from calm to reactive in an instant? Using my proprietary Bio-Coloured Framework and Systems Thinking, we'll explore how triggers emerge in your dog's brain and body, leading to stress, anxiety, and behavioural outbursts.

You’ll learn about the four behavioural pathways—Blue, Red, White, and Green—what each one represents, and how to guide your dog back to a state of calm. We'll also introduce proactive exercises to build confidence and resilience, helping you prevent emotional "overflows" before they happen.

This episode isn’t just about managing behaviour; it’s about creating a meaning ... 

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Keywords
dog behaviourdog behaviordog braincanine neurosciencebiocoloured frameworkbiocolored framework