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The Smell of Your Stress Is Affecting Your Dog’s Behaviour

The Smell of Your Stress Is Affecting Your Dog’s Behaviour

Play & GamesAug 20, 2026 · 7 min read6.9k sniffs

Try this session plan

four small steps, straight from the trainer’s notebook

Watch for lip licks or head turns; stress means it is time to pause.

Practise in a low-distraction spot before taking the show on the road.

One cue, one meaning - make sure the whole family uses the same words.

Log tiny progress in a notebook; behaviour change is a paw-by-paw trail.