Level Two

Controlled Exposure & Leadership Under Pressure

Now we practice when things aren’t perfect.

We introduce mild distractions — other dogs, visitors, movement — and teach both of you how to stay steady.

This is where:

• You stop bracing for something to go wrong

• Your dog starts looking to you instead of reacting

• Small wins build real momentum

The goal: You start trusting the process.

Now we begin structured exposure in carefully managed, real-world environments.

Instead of avoiding situations, we step into them with intention.

We work on:

• Passing dogs at closer distances

• Hosting guests with structure and calm entry routines

• Navigating busier sidewalks or parks

• Increasing duration, distraction, and expectation

You’ll learn how to:

• Read subtle stress signals before escalation

• Regulate your own energy under pressure

• Hold boundaries without tension

• Recover quickly when mistakes happen

The goal: Your leadership becomes steady even when the environment isn’t.