Vizsla chasing a bird with text reading: does one big chase undo your dog's training

Does one big chase undo your dog’s training? A deep dive into prey drive, rewards, and setbacks

22 Feb 2026, 12:37 p.m. by Tracey McLennan

One chase doesn’t automatically ruin training - but it can change behaviour. Learn when to be cautious, when to trust your dog, and how to repair setbacks.
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the dog's motivation: general interest, focal interest and handle/consume on the left, the module: search, approach, chase, b

What does prey drive look like, and does my dog have it?

20 Dec 2025, 5:43 p.m. by Tracey McLennan

Confused by your dog’s chasing, fixation or over-arousal? This article explains what prey drive looks like in real life, and how to tell if your dog has it.
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What can I do at home to reduce my dog's prey drive?

15 Sep 2025, 5:13 p.m. by Tracey McLennan

You can’t erase your dog’s prey drive, but you can manage it. Learn practical at-home strategies to reduce problems and build calmer habits.
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How to stop dogs chasing

15 Sep 2025, 3:04 p.m. by Tracey McLennan

Learn about why dogs chase and how to stop them
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A livestock guardian dog stands in front of a flock of sheep. The dog is starting into the camera with their tail raised.

How to deal with resource guarding

15 Sep 2025, 8:10 a.m. by Tracey McLennan

Learn how to handle resource guarding in dogs, understand its causes, early signs, and effective prevention strategies to keep your dog safe and happy.
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A black and tan working cocker and a golden working cocker run toward the camera

Recall for dogs with high prey drive

15 Sep 2025, 6:01 a.m. by Tracey McLennan

A detailed look at why focusing on training a rock solid recall is not always the best place to start with a high prey drive dog.
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Is an e-collar essential to train a high prey drive dog?

18 Feb 2025, 4:48 p.m. by Tracey McLennan

A detailed look at the evidence from science and from people training their dogs around prey about e-collars being essential for training high prey drive dogs.
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