Utilizing set ups with an assistant and a helper dog, rather than relying on dogs from the general public, can be a critical component for many reactive dogs and their progress. 

In this episode I discuss:

• What set ups are 
• What you need to execute a set up successfully
• 5 common mistakes to avoid when executing set ups
• How to know when a dog is ready to move beyond set ups and into real life applications  
• Q&A from listeners

Resources:

The 3 Ds in dog training articles:

Blog by Susan Garrett

Blog by Nicole Wiebusch

For Pet Professionals:

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