Lake County Dogs
Fear Recovery Program
Fear Recovery Program
Helping Fearful Dogs Build Confidence, Calm, and Trust
At Lake County Dogs, our Fear Recovery Program is a specialized, behavior-focused service designed for dogs struggling with fear, anxiety, shutdown behaviors, or reactivity. This is not basic obedience training — it is a structured behavior modification program designed to change how your dog feels, not just how they behave.
Fear affects every part of a dog’s life. Our program rebuilds confidence from the inside out using science-based methods, real-world exposure, and owner education.
Who This Program Is For
This program is ideal for dogs who:
- Are fearful of people, dogs, environments, or noises
- Show avoidance, freezing, trembling, hiding, or shutdown behavior
- React with barking, lunging, or growling rooted in fear
- Struggle with confidence in public spaces
- Have not improved with traditional obedience training
Whether your dog’s fear is mild, moderate, or severe, this program meets them where they are — without pressure or force.
How the Fear Recovery Program Works
This is a customized, multi-phase behavior modification program — not a one-size-fits-all package.
Initial Behavior Assessment
We evaluate:
- Fear triggers
- Stress thresholds
- Coping behaviors
- Environmental influences
- Owner handling patterns
- Customized Training Plan
- Your dog’s recovery plan may include:
- Confidence-building exercises
- Controlled exposure and desensitization
- Counterconditioning protocols
- Calm engagement and focus work
- Structured handling and leash strategies
Owner Coaching & Leadership Skills
You will learn:
- How to read stress signals
- How to respond during fear moments
- How to reinforce calm behavior
- How to prevent setbacks
Ongoing Progress & Adjustments
Fear recovery does not follow a rigid timeline. Training continues until meaningful, measurable improvement is achieved, with adjustments as your dog progresses.
What Makes This Program Different
✔ Behavior modification focused — not obedience shortcuts
✔ No punishment, flooding, or intimidation
✔ Science-based methods with real-world application
✔ Designed and led by a behavior-modification specialist
✔ Focused on long-term emotional change
This program is built for lasting results, not temporary management.
Important Note About Timing
Fear recovery is not rushed. Progress depends on your dog’s emotional state, history, and environment. This program is intentionally flexible to protect your dog’s well-being and success.
