Truly Force Free Animal Training

🐾 If you have a reactive dog, I want you to know something: you're not alone.

Over the years, I've worked with thousands of reactive dogs and the people who love them. One thing I've learned is that what looks like aggression is often rooted in fear, anxiety, or uncertainty. When we understand why our dogs are reacting, we can finally start helping them instead of simply trying to stop the behavior.

That's exactly why I created my Reactive Dog Rehabilitation Bundle. It's designed to replicate the guidance I provide during my private training sessions, so you can work with your dog from the comfort of your own home—where many reactive dogs feel safest.

Inside, you'll receive:
🐶 My Reactive Dog Rehabilitation Program
👀 A webinar on Understanding & Helping Your Reactive Dog
🗣️ A webinar on Understanding Canine Body Language
💻 Two private virtual training sessions with me!
📖 My ebook, The Evolution of Dog Training

💖My goal isn't to teach dogs to suppress their emotions—it's to help owners understand them, build trust, and create lasting change through force-free methods.

🔗Click the link below to start your training journey:
https://trulyforcefree.com/product/reactive-dog-bundle/

Did you know that just 1% of your day is only 14 minutes? ⏰

🐶One of the most common things I hear from dog owners is, "I just don't have time to train my dog." And I understand—we all have busy lives and endless demands on our time. But I've also seen firsthand how just a few minutes of intentional training each day can completely change a dog's behavior and strengthen the relationship you share.

🐕‍🦺The best part? Dogs don't need hour-long training sessions. In fact, they learn better with short, fun sessions. If 14 minutes feels like too much, split it into two 7-minute sessions!

Check out this featured Dog Blog and more at the link below:
https://trulyforcefree.com/can-you-spare-1-of-your-day-to-train-your-dog/

🐶Without verbal communication, understanding our canine companions can be difficult!

🐕Dogs use body language to communicate with us and to tell us if they are relaxed, stressed, scared or upset. Recognizing stress, anxiety and fear is a little trickier and often misunderstood. Ignoring the subtle signs can lead to unwanted behaviors. Once we understand behaviors, we can train our dogs better!

👉Click here to check out the webinar:
https://trulyforcefree.com/webinar-canine-body-language/

Hey👋 Did you listen to our newest podcast? If not, check it out at the link below!

🐶Together, Shannon and Terry discuss the evolution of dog training, the surprising lessons chickens can teach trainers about timing and communication, and why continuing education and open mindedness are essential for anyone working with animals. Terry also reflects on her books, her work with Karen Pryor and other influential trainers, and her passion for helping both dogs and people succeed through positive reinforcement.

🎧Listen to "A Pioneer of Force Free Training: Meet Terry Ryan":
https://podcast.show/backyard_pet_talk/backyard_pet_talk-70/

🐶✨I am sure you have heard of the Kong. But have you tried it? The Kong is a great food toy to keep your dog busy and sitmulated! It is made of durable rubber that can withstand the toughest chewers. You can also feed their meals out of it ! All in one great simple toy!💛

Click here to check out the Classic Kong Toy on Amazon:
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🤩Truly Force Free recommends products so that you can do the best by your pet! All of these products are thoroughly researched and backed by Shannon Riley herself. Check out our Recommended Products page on our website!

Meet Luna!💖

A sweet rescue puppy who came into my life at just 3 weeks old alongside her two sisters in an emergency rescue situation. While her sisters were adopted, Luna stayed with me, and I quickly noticed she was extremely fearful of new people. She would growl, p*e from fear, and avoid any unfamiliar interactions.😓

We knew Luna needed help, so we enrolled in Positive Puppy Kindergarten with Shannon Riley from Truly Force Free Animal Training — and the results have been incredible.🐶

💡Take The Online Positive Puppy Kindergarten Course here:
https://trulyforcefree.com/course/positive-puppy-kindergarten-class

🐕‍🦺Find our Upcoming In-Person Classes here:
https://trulyforcefree.com/classes

New Episode Alert!🚨

🐶Join Shannon Riley as she sits down with renowned positive reinforcement trainer Terry Ryan, founder of Legacy Canine Behavior & Training and pioneer of the famous Chicken Camp workshops. Terry shares her journey from training an energetic German Shepherd in the 1960s to becoming a leader in force free dog training, authoring multiple books, and helping trainers around the world sharpen their skills through chicken training.

🎧Listen to the new episode here:
https://podcast.show/backyard_pet_talk/backyard_pet_talk-70/