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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @mizzd That’s a good point; you’re really stuck if it starts to go south for any reason.
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @danbear2023 I like this idea too! I haven’t bought one but I’m willing to try anything. I wonder if it’s breed-dependent; my parents have an Aussie that loves to wear a pack but I don’t know what to expect with a GSP/probably lab mix.
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @claire96 I so wish I could do the TV thing but he doesn’t care about it at all! I live in an apartment building with a back alleyway, but I can never be certain it will be clear. It’s the best option I have though so we’ve done some training sessions back there. It’s pretty successful until a...
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @booboo222 My dog is actually much easier to leash walk in the city than he is out in the burbs because squirrels are his biggest trigger (relatively speaking as it's difficult everywhere). There are days when I can get through a decently long walk downtown with few incidents, as long as I stay...
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @stokinbusuk This is the only way I've been able to walk him, and fortunately I've found a route where the streets are quiet enough to be able to zigzag without having to wait on traffic. I'm gonna take a look at all those resources you linked!
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @stokinbusuk I have thought about the muzzle! Interesting (and very encouraging) to hear that it’s not considered an aversive tool. I’d like to see if we can get on without it because my dog hates anything on his nose, but good to know it’s an option if I have to go that route. I don’t think he...
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @relationshipwithgod Thanks for this! Yes, my dog can loose-leash walk flawlessly indoors and is very treat-motivated when not distracted. I will try to add stimulation inside to the extent possible as you suggested. I also like the idea of the special harness and have an extra sitting in the...
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    @stokinbusuk Thank you for this! Fortunately, we live in a large city and have a variety of options available to us for private training/boarding once it becomes an option again. I have a genuine dilemma though... I've watched more positive reinforcement training videos than I can count at this...
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    Has anyone used a backpack (e.g. K9 Sport Sack) for a large reactive dog?

    I have a 50+ pound GSP mix that struggles with leash-reactivity toward other dogs, bikes, motorcycles, rodents, and more recently people. The plan was to send him to a board and train program since we live in a major city without the ability to gradually acclimate him to triggers, but he was...
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