While there is a lot more to caring for a reactive dog than buying a special “fix-all” product, the right gear can significantly improve your dog’s quality of life and make your daily walks, adventures, and interactions more enjoyable.
From sturdy harnesses and leashes to calming treats and stimulating enrichment toys, this guide will help you find the essential supplies to support your reactive dog’s needs and promote positive behaviors.
Note: Everything we have included on this list is used regularly in our own lives. These are the products we know, love, and trust.
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Around the Home
Whether you’re planning to bring a new dog home or looking to take your dog’s home experience to the next level, here are some of the products I believe are worth considering. This includes treats, bedding, toys, and training gear.
Dog Food: CARNA4 Quick Baked-Air Dried Whole Food Nuggets
Slow Feeder: Outward Hound Fun Feeder Slo Bowl
Training Treats: Charlee Bear Grain Free Crunch Dog Treats
Dog Safety Gate: Carlson Pet Products Extra Tall Walk-Through Pet Gate with Small Pet Door
Biothane Leash & Collar: Mysfit Mutt Bespoke Canine Collars & Gear
Harness: RC Pets Momentum Control Harness
Durable Stuffed Toy: DuraForce Durable Woven Fiber Dog Toys
Food Puzzle: Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Dog Twister Puzzle
Lick Mat: Dexypaws Dog Enrichment Lick Mat
Stuffable Treat/Food Toy: West Paw Toppl
Dog Bed: Bedsure Orthopedic Waterproof Dog Sofa Bed
Dog Blanket: PAIKKA Recovery Blanket
Pet Odor & Stain Cleaning Product: Nature’s Miracle Advanced Stain and Odor Eliminator
Reactivity Management & Safety Gear
While most aspects of caring for a reactive dog are the same as any other dog, there is some additional gear you may want to add to your routine. These items will help keep you and your dog safe in any situation.
Muzzle: Mia’s Muzzles The Adventurer Custom Vinyl Muzzle
Leash Flag: Max and Neo Needs Space Leash Sleeve
Embroidered Dog Warning Vest: Patience & Love S&R Style Custom Embroidered Vest
Training Treat Pouch: RC Pet Products Quick Grab Treat Bag
Off-Leash Dog Deterrent: Pet Corrector Humane Dog Training Spray
Don’t be unprepared in an emergency: Check out these FREE printable first aid checklists from The Kas Pack.
Outdoor Travel Gear
As you likely guessed based on our other blog, The Kas Pack, we spend a lot of time outdoors – camping, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and more. Here are some supplies that help us make the most of our adventures.
Travel Water Bottle: Lesotc Portable Dog Water Bottle
Dog Life Jacket: Outward Hound Granby Splash Dog Life Jacket
Cool Weather Sweater: RC Pets Baseline Fleece
Winter Coat: Shedrow K9 Chinook Dog Coat
Rain Coat: Rovercoat Canine Rainwear
Packable Dog Bed: Wingo Outdoors Trixie Dog Pack Bed
Tick Remover: The Original Tick Key