I adopted my first dog, Dolly, 2 1/2 years ago. It's been a journey! She was very reactive, fearful, and anxious (as well as sweet and loving) when I brought her home, particularly on walks and with strange dogs and sometimes people. We've worked every day for the last almost three years to build our relationship - she's learned how to play (and is a great frisbee dog but also loves a game of tug), how to walk (somewhat nicely) on leash, and how to do many tricks and commands (sit, down, stay, spin, pretty, middle, high five, speak, quiet, and place). Most importantly, she's become much more confident and curious about the world around her. And I've become confident in walking, living with and caring for, and training all kinds of dogs, including those with reactivity.