Reactivity Boot Camp for Dogs in Devon

Is your dog’s reactivity making every walk a battle? Lunging, barking, pulling on the lead – it’s exhausting and stressful for both of you. At Connect Behaviour, we’ve helped hundreds of reactive dogs across Devon get their lives back. Our Reactivity Boot Camp is different. We do the hard work, you see results.

We believe that understanding the root cause of reactivity is key to long-term success. Whether your dog is reactive out of fear, frustration, or excitement, our expert trainers will help you develop a personalized plan that addresses their specific needs.

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How the Reactivity Boot Camp Works

Day 1 – Your 2 Hour Assessment

  • Kerry meets you and your dog at our training centre in Whimple.
  • We get to the root cause of your dog’s reactivity – whether it’s fear, frustration or aggression.
  • No guesswork, no generic advice.
Monday to Friday – We Take Over
  • We collect your dog each morning and work with them in real-world environments from 9:30-2:30pm daily.
  • Reactivity training, obedience, and breed-specific needs all covered.
  • Your dog sleeps at home each night.
Daily Video Updates & WhatsApp Support
  • Every day you’ll receive a video showing exactly what we’ve worked on.
  • You’ll have your own WhatsApp group with Kerry, so you’re never left wondering how your dog is getting on.
2 Hour Handover Session
  • At the end of the week, you meet Kerry for a 2 hour handover session.
  • Plus 60 days of WhatsApp support throughout.

## Testimonials
“Kerry was absolutely amazing with our dog. We have just finished the reactive training programme with her and have left with a completely different dog – a dog we thought we never would have”
Enzo’s owner

“He was a very reactive dog around other dogs- lots of lunging and barking. It made our walks really unpleasant. Fast forward 3 months and walks are completely different. We actually enjoy them now!”
Rolo’s owner

“Hudson is a 19 months- old Rottweiler who would jump and lunge at dogs or people on walks. Since working with Kerry, Hudson has been able to work around different dogs and even had some off-lead play. This was more than we were expecting! We highly recommend Kerry to anyone having issues with their dog!”
Hudsons owner

“Kerry has been amazing throughout Spencer’s reactivity journey. Spencer was a puppy who would lunge at other dogs, want to be in their space, bite his lead out of frustration and bark excessively when he became overwhelmed. Thanks to Kerry’s patience, knowledge and guidance, Spencer can now calmly walk past other dogs and spend time around them comfortably. Spencer has now been able to join the dog school which he is absolutely loving. We are so grateful for all of Kerry’s support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for help with their dog’s training or reactivity.”
Spencer’s owner

Meet Kerry

Kerry has over 15 years of experience working with dogs and has rehabilitated hundreds of reactive dogs across Devon. With a lifelong passion for animal behaviour and a competitive background in dog and equine sports, Kerry gets to the root cause of your dog’s reactivity – not just the symptoms. Each client and dog is treated as individuals and she takes her time to get to know you both as a team. She has dedicated her career to helping owners go from dreading every walk, to feeling genuinely confident and in control.

FAQ’s

I've worked with other trainers and they haven't been able to fix my dog's reactivity — can you help?

Absolutely. Around 60% of the clients we work with have previously worked with at least one other trainer before coming to us — and we understand how disheartening that can feel. What sets us apart is that our head trainer and behaviourist specialises specifically in dog aggression and reactivity. This deep expertise means we are able to identify the root cause of your dog’s behaviour and build a programme that delivers real, lasting results. You came to the right place.

How do I know which programme will be best for me and my dog?

That’s exactly what our free consultation call is for. You’ll speak directly with Kerry, our head trainer and behaviourist, who will take the time to understand your dog’s full history, your lifestyle, and your goals. Together, you’ll explore which of our programmes is the best fit — with no pressure and no obligation. It’s simply a chance to have an honest, expert conversation so you can move forward with confidence.

Do you offer Board and Train?

The short answer is no — and here’s why. We firmly believe that returning your dog to their home environment each evening is one of the most powerful parts of our Reactivity Boot Camp. After an intensive day of training, dogs need time to fully decompress, rest, and process what they have learned. This is known as latent learning, and it plays a crucial role in cementing new behaviours. A quiet evening at home, in familiar surroundings, means your dog arrives fresh and ready to train again the next morning. In a kennel environment — as most board and train programmes offer — dogs rarely get this essential downtime, which can significantly limit their progress. Our approach is different by design, and it gets results.

Does your Boot Camp training come with any guarantees?

Yes! We stand fully behind the results our programme delivers. We are so confident in our approach that if you have completed the full programme, followed the course as guided, and are not seeing the progress you expected — we will continue working with your dog at no additional cost. That’s our commitment to you and your dog.

Ready to Transform your Dogs life
Book your free consultation call with Kerry today. We’ll talk about your dog, your situation and whether the Reactivity Boot Camp is the right fit. No pressure, no obligation – just an honest conversation.
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