Welcome to the Long Beach Reactive Dog Meetup!

This is a structured walk for reactive dogs, not a social event. The goal is for dogs to practice being calm in the presence of other dogs.

I have an email list that is separate from Meetup that explores the science behind reactive dog behavior. If you want to receive this, sign up at https://reactivedogreset.com/meetup-subscribers

Now, on what to expect for the first walk: Maintaining distance is critical. Please read the rules and RSVP for the event before attending.

All dogs must wear a COLOR-CODED BANDANA or leash wrap. We will have some available at each walk.
🔴 Red — maximum distance, do not approach
🟡 Yellow — ask the owner before approaching
🟢 Green — friendly and not reactive

HOW WE TRAIN
We are a positive reinforcement group. Reward your dog for checking in with you, relaxed body language, and disengaging from other dogs.

Keep distance. Only move closer when your dog is consistently relaxed. This should feel boring. If your dog is reacting, give more space, even if you're already far away.

We ask that you leave prong, e-collars, choke chains, and slip leads used as chokers at home. No judgment if you have used them. Many people are introduced to these tools by trainers with the best of intentions. But they can increase reactivity by pairing discomfort with the presence of other dogs, which is exactly what we're working to undo.

After each walk, use decompression: a solo sniff walk, a long-lasting chew, or quiet rest. Stress without decompression is just stress.

Calm dogs are welcome too! They serve as regulation models for the group.

To go deeper, read our SPACE PROTOCOL: https://reactivedogreset.com/pack-walk-protocol . It covers how walks are structured and what success looks like.

We look forward to seeing you — from a safe distance.

Shawna + Eulla

Long Beach Reactive Dog Reset

Events

September 2026