AGGRESSIVE PITBULL TRIES TO ATTACK ME UNTIL.... 

I have been watching your videos for a long time and you are amazing. After watching and learning and researching prong collars I finally decided to give one a try to help with my dogs random reactivity. The handling I learned from you paired with the collar has been a game changer. She finally understands bc I’m finally able to successfully communicate with her. Our relationship has improved so much, and her behavior is better on and off leash. She’s more relaxed and calm, she’s happier on walks, and I finally have confidence while walking her. Yesterday on our walk she saw a dog she has a history with being aggressive and reactive towards. She looked at the dog, wagged her tail, didn’t lunge or bark like the normally does, and before she could even build I was able to tell her “this way” and she immediately followed me without any leash pressure or correction at all. Last time we encountered this dog, she was in such a frenzy with barking and growling that she nipped me on the leg as I tried to redirect her. That was the moment I knew we had to do something different bc I was worried about that happening again and didn’t want to not be able to walk her. A week ago we got a herm sprenger and I really wish we had gotten it sooner. Thank you Tom ❤️

Love the mindset when Tom used “Direction over Correction” decompress using tune-up of “Engagement vs Avoidance”. The example of turning your whole body “hey, you forgot your phone”. These training tools are so helpful!

To those of y'all saying Tom needs his own TV show - no he doesn't. I've worked in the TV industry for the last 7 years and a TV deal [unless it's a miracle] would give Tom significantly less control over his style, content and audience interaction. Broadcast media is not cut out for personal touches, authorship and audience curation. Tom has worked really hard at creating this thing we all love so much and I'd hate to see a TV executive or broadcaster try to tell him how to do it. He has autonomy and ownership on RU-vid [although it's not a perfect platform] and we in a way have access to him. Keep being you dude.

Your emphasis on its their job to protect the dog is so often missed. It’s usually to protect everyone from the dog. Another beautiful dog that you’ve given hope to.

Dogs are typically made out to be the protector of their owners, so I absolutely love that you’re getting people to understand that the owners have to be their dogs protectors too. Awesome work AS ALWAYS!

His first reactions to the vibrate was interesting and cute. Clearly trying to see where it was coming from, but not concerned or scared. Just "wait what?" He's a good boy

This hit an emotional spot for me. My husband and I are going through the exact same thing with our dog. It is extremely difficult. So happy for them and can't wait for our own turn!!

Lol why is my reactive pitbull VERY interested in this video. 😂 🐕

This video is now one of my favourites, packed full of value and giving the E collar the right reputation it truly deserves. Amazing work I hope to follow in your footsteps (I'm one of Will Athertons academy members) THANK YOU TOM!!!

OMG, the "what" after the hood thing was a laugh out loud moment. So good!

This video made me cry 🥹 Such a sweet beautiful boy! He did so so good 🙌🏼 Proud of the owners and Wrigley!!

Great job. So glad these folks got the help that they needed. You understanding and communicating to them saved this dogs life.

I’m so happy to see an effective “dog trainer” and owners that are aware they are in over their heads and willing to do whatever is needed to make the relationship work and be a positive existence for the dog. (Side comment..the handsome pittie is lame on his hindlimb, maybe check for cruciate rupture). I love your videos and seeing the dogs happier in the end and the owners hopeful. Amazing job all around.

Love seeing these dogs progress! Do you get updates on past clients? Would live to hear how they are doing. 🙂🙂

Exactly what I was working on with a German Shepard today. Reactive to other dogs. Taught redirection and corrections and when to use which. Over correcting is something a lot of my clients are guilty of and also failing to pay the dog for good behaviors (affection/toy/treat).

Always interesting to see what these things look like in a different breed. You usually get folks bringing the GSDs. Love the change that happens so quickly, for the dog and owners.

You're production quality just keeps going up! Great video on the ecollar, always love the Lakota clips, and good catch Tom. I just got some swag, your biothane lead, and the ecollar. So glad I was finally able to make a purchase. Love the coat and the ecollar has been a game changer with my now deaf dog. She was offleash (sorta) for the first time in a long time. Only 3 sessions so far cause she sadly is an hour away living with my parents (I couldn't find a dog friendly apartment in my town), but I can already see her getting it. Been teaching her the stim means come to me. It's a slow process but I'm hopeful she'll be a pro by fall and we can enjoy beach walks and light hiking together again with a little more freedom on her part :) Anyway keep up the amazing work you and your team are doing and I can't wait to join the members club again once I'm back to work this fall

Tom, you never cease to amaze me(and a lot of others). You are so tuned in to both the dog and their handler and read the issues instinctively. With that being said, what always shines through is that you are determined to be fair to the dog first of all! That may be the best lesson any of us take away from your videos. Thank you, you truly make a life and death difference in the lives of dogs every day!

This video is full of especially important details that make the difference between a technique working or not working. Timing and energy are SO key here and Tom really hammers emphasis onthe important details where many go wrong in their training and end up with mediocre results. ✌️💗💗💗 Ty Tom for NOT hoarding the keys to successful dog training just to get clients. I see too many ppl doing exactly that to get business and idol worship from their clients. Tom seems really intent on sharing the most important parts of training commonly missed. Ty Tom! Forever a fan!🤙

Please do a stubborn schnauzer!

Another great video! Just great!! The owners were also amazing. I hope they keep up the great work

This was such a good video Tom and it was very helpful and shows that advocating for your dog makes all the difference. And qwesome catch/ throw 😊 #nobaddogs

You're great Tom!! Have a rescue pittie myself and you're the only person making videos online that I've found that explains things so simply and matter of fact. Just watching your vids has helped me with my dog tremendously.

Absolutely everything about this video resonates... a fearful dog needing the right type of training for his particular needs, a great trainer and devoted, determined owners 💜

I also think we should command this couple for not just “giving up” on the dog! While their approach ( complete avoidance) might not have been the right way to go… At least they have put some time and effort into following through their Responsibility to their dog! Thankfully they were able to find the RIGHT TRAINER to Help them !!!!

Everytime I see an episode like this where the owners lives have to be different and they are so stressed and then Tom shows them they can fix it within like 5 mins of starting; I always cry lol because Im happy that they can start to enjoy their dog and live how they want. Keep up the amazing work Tom you are a hero and inspiration ❤️

Wonderful to see. This is the best way to train I think. The doggie is finally showing the world his true self. His humans are outstanding as they have stepped up and not let their dog down. Of course there is a great dog trainer who make all of this happen. Thank you. May you please take care and stay safe.

I was sad when I heard they covered the dogs senses .. but what you do sir is gold. I appreciate your work and how passionate you are.

Hi Tom!! I love watching all your videos, especially when they help me train and tune up my dogs. I adopt from my local Sheriff's office and I just adopted a mini poodle (I currently have a Shih Tzu mix) who is a sweetheart, but has had no training that I can tell. I know I will be remembering what I have learned from watching you. I also know that if I have problems, I can probably find something close if not exactly, covering the issue I am having from your previous videos. Thank you so much for your teaching style and techniques, I am sure they help so many people learn just like they have and will continue to help me. God bless and have a great weekend!!

Very educational video.. thank you Tom and to the parents of the dog for sharing..

Hey Tom! Good job on today show my friend! I can't wait to be able to help shelter dogs and save them all! Good job man. 🤘

Since finding your channel I have learned a lot about dogs with reactivity problems. I myself have one of my own. He's a 1 and a half year old standard American bully. He's attacked our older female dog 3 or 4 times out of the blue.... He's mostly good with her but I don't know what it is he just snaps on her. He's also bitten me before but didn't draw blood. I love him to death.. I've had him since he was 5 weeks old from breeder In North Carolina which I myself live in Massachusetts....I've never had a dog like him before..... your videos are so amazing 👏 Thank you for training to ones who others think are untrainable.... Which in my case I've been told by a local trainer that I could just have a "bad dog" when talking with her over the phone..... GOD bless you and your family

What an incredibly valuable video. So many great tips, distinctions, nuances. Huge thanks! Really like the perspective...engagement and attention vs avoidance. So appreciate the understanding that it is our responsibility to advocate for our pets. What a great approach. You are amazing. Again, thank you!

Love the explanation on what the purpose of the turn is. You’re not running from the problem (another dog or person) but you’re keeping your dog engaged!

Great video as always. Really liked "Direction over Correction" and "Engagement vs Avoidance". The overall production of your videos always seems to be getting better. Kudos to your whole team!

10:20:- EXCELLENT use of Body blocking while Directing in an opposite direction !! For those wondering what I mean by that, if u pause at 10:20, you’ll notice that as the owner is turning around. He is also positioned in a way that allows his entire body to “block” so-to-speak, the dog’s view and that “thing” that he’s focused on, all the while redirecting him at the same time , which is keeping the dog calm as he has to focus on walking alongside his owner as opposed to the distraction! ❤

Go Wrigley!

The total positive training trainer need to stop taking dog owners money on cases like this. 5 minutes with an e-collar and the dog now has a brain and is using it and not trying to ripe your face off. Another good video Tom.

ONE OF YOUR SUB'S HERE QUESTION: DO YOU EVER COME TO PEOPLES HOMES, I'M IN KENTUCKY, HAVING A LITTLE PROBLEMS WITH MY SERVICE DOG. THANKS

Amazing! Tom takes such an individualized and realistic approach which speaks for his effective outcomes

This video is a great example of how clear communication and expectations can change everything! Plus a fabulous catch! Also is that a starmark collar??

I love this! Reactive dogs deserve a safe and fulfilling life. Way to go mom, dad, and Riggs!

This guy is soooooo good. I like his ability to refine and approach every dog uniquely. I just have a pet peeve wit the higher pitch "dog/baby voice" 😅

good trainer good owners love the saying protect your dog

I feel so bad for that couple that they were scammed by so many trainers before this... but happy they finally found a solution for their pup! He's a good boy ❤️

"Your job is to protect your dog." Nailed it!! Mine wears a muzzle out in public, because you just never know when someone will run up and try to pet him and what not.

Great job owners! Lucky doggo to have you both.

Bro this man is the best dog trainer, I don’t care what anyone says

LOVE this case

Nice dog

I’m supposed to be dog sitting for my friend her 2 dogs are aggressive. The male is the most aggressive. They’re fine with me after I am there for a little while with their owner especially the female she’ll roll over and want me to rub her belly but never at first. The mail is always leery of me, but calms down and walks around me just fine. I’m worried about approaching them while she is gone from the house to feed them and let them out. I’m not sure how to handle this.

I adore what you do Tom! My life goal is to one day be able to be as helpfull as you are. I do have a problem currently with my family members being absolutelly against tools, no matter what videos I show or what i try to tell, against a crate even :// I can't wait to gather some money and move out, so that I could raise my dogs how I want to 😄

So many dogs are misunderstood & people are too lazy to put in the, "hard" work to understand & train them. I rescued a 90lb American bulldog who is leash reactive. I get very frustrated & want to give up, but I know it's me, not him. Getting rid of him is not an option. He is a sweetheart. Baby steps are hard & patience is not my thing but we'll get it 😊

I don't even have a dog and I love watching these and learning

I think is this my absolute favorite video. Thank you

2:49- and I can’t help but Cringe… Avoidance.. and Lack of Exposure is For SUUURE going to exacerbate his fears! To have a “trainer” come in and cut off his senses ?? Say Whaat?!? Even Tom couldn’t hide his shock either ! He is SOOOOO much Better than I am at his Poker face ! Mad Respect for that! Something That I definitely need to work on myself !

I wish I would have watched these videos when I had our dog Indy. He was attacked by a neighborhood dog a couple times and became very leash reactive. We did some training with him , but it was more positive only and tried redirecting but with minimal corrections and only on a front no pull harness. If i had used a prong or e collar in think it would have been what he needed. He loved for 12 yrs this way, was a sweetheart with us and our other dog. But we were always fearful on walks or at campgrounds. He passed away last year and we have a new Aussie that we are training with a balanced method including a HS prong and just got A 280C that I am introducing with the low level conditioning. Keep the videos coming!

"what"!! That reaction said it all Tom. It's exactly what I was thinking too! You handled that like a champion though. I however would not have. "let's take away 2 of the dogs major senses so he is more scared than he has ever been n then he will be well behaved "!

Tom, big fan here from Brazil! Can you do more videos with smaller dogs like doxies, spitz, etc, please?

Oh my God. Australia is screaming out for trainers like you. All we have is all this sugar coated positivity rubbish. We had a dog EXACTLY like Wrigs (she recently passed from Cancer) perfect for us, she'd never put a foot wrong, could not fault her except when it came to other people and dogs except for her own siblings. I would've done anything to have had your help!

You so often bring tears to my eyes❤ The level of compassion and understanding is Outstanding and something I totally pray to provide for mine and others 🙏 ❤

I absolutely love watching your videos Tom. You do such amazing work helping these dogs out 😌 I don't own a dog, but I tell people about your work and to watch you. There is a big change is Wrigley. Hopefully his owners keep up with the new training techniques. "Good boy".. and "good man" made me smile so much.. Well done and keep up your amazing work!! Best wishes, from Co Dublin Ireland ☘️🙂🇮🇪

I feel so sad when I see these dogs suffering. What nice turn around for him! I'm so happy to see owners like this that don't give up on their dogs, and are willing to learn and work. Tom, you provide such a meaningful service for dogs and their owners. I especially appreciate your ability to individuate the training for each new dog. Keep up your good work! You are needed!

Love that the owner said that we wanted someone to tell us it was us, not the dog. Most just want to blame dog. This dog should do well !

Hey Tom, I’m a truck driver. Been thinking about getting a dog to go with me in the truck to have some companionship and moral booster. Do you have any advice for training to be primarily off leash? If it helps, I’m looking at getting an Chocolate American Lab

Great video, but you did actually curb another dog’s reactivity by scatter feeding. Possibly a last resort, but contradictory to what you are stating here. Saying all that, you are a knowledgeable, skilful trainer 👍👍

Tom, What do you do with 2 dogs (in the city) that are running a mile radius of their house & hunting & killing every pet (cats, small dogs, pet rabbits) they can lay mouth on. Chasing them over fences, ripping up cages to get to animals, etc. They are cited with killing at least 20 in the last month. (Bad parents I know.) Any thoughts on whether they can be rehabbed? I hate taking a life, but they have been to my yard twice & killed two of the neighbors cats. Mine just missed getting chomped. Just curious if you had any words of wisdom.

Great video like how the remote collar was incorporated in helping the dog and owners!🙌🙌

8:31:- SO Many things to unravel here! LOVE how you have the Owner Handle their dog the Entire time for one and have “them” get the hang of things while observing you, Love how, even though I know that you yourself have no problem w having him take treats directly out of your hand, you still, out of respect for the Owners and to ease their own fears, opt to do it the “safe” way , and all the while continuing to have Them handle their own dog! Everything I am seeing is Just 👌👌👌

Always love your ..... methods etc. Just tell/direct the pup without all the prong, shock crap. Just adds confusion for people and dogs when/ how/where so just concentrate on task. Your squeaky voice has increased over time.... talk to dog like a man

My only concern is, in order to correct the behavior & show positive reinforcement is by rewarding him food. Isn't just saying, good boy & some pets good enough?

This is amazing! I have an Australian shepherd that reacts the same way to people and we have the same story of training. This gives me hope and reassurance that I can use an e collar without hurting him

You have done a fantastic job with this dog Tom love ❤️ your videos

This dog got better mental healthcare from its owners than like 85% of Americans lmao I thought Prozac was for people

Everyone is perfectly imperfect fur or no fur. Either way we are all worth it 🕊🙏🙏🙏💞...

How do you train the dog to not associate looking at you with the vibration... He would look at you, owners said, 'leave it', (then I assume there was a vibration if he didn't leave it?). How does he not associate the shock with you? Or, is it simply a vibration?

oh the things vibrates, I thought it was frequency like as in sound? they don't like vibration?

I need some real help. I have a very complicated health condition. One of my conditions is I am a T3c diabetic which is rare, I have no pancreas. I lost it to rare incurable cancer. I make no insulin, no glucagon, no digestive enzymes. My tumor creates mass amounts of different hormones ( like a mad scientist lives inside me) one being insulin ironically. My blood glucose can drop to a low level that my monitor can not even read in a drop of a dime. Without my CGM I could go into a coma or die. We adopted our dog thinking he could be a service dog for me. He ended up not being what we were told he was in breed and size. He did respond to my lows so we took a chance. Problem is when every I give him attention he tries to bite off my sensor or pump. His reaction happens so fast I can’t trust him and can’t let him close. I don’t even know what to look for in a train or how to address this because it is a serious life saving device for I fear risking it so I now I can’t be around him very much. Any tips would be greatly appreciated

Socializing your pup w/o overwhelming them is so important. Poor pup

I've been watching you on RU-vid for about 2 yrs. I don't have a dog but I watch you to find out what I did wrong. The dog I had was Rhodesian Ridgeback 2 yr old female. I lived with 3 guys at that time. I was following a trainer that believed in dog packs so I was trying to be the dog leader. But the guys I lived with had different type of training. I told them that I was training the dog. I watch you to find out what i did wrong. I saw alot of things wrong. I want another dog someday. When I do I will buy your trainer package.

Love your work!! I was anti prong and the shock collar till I saw how it was used!! Brilliant!!

Chose the wrong dog and breed. This behavior can only be managed. It will never truly go away. It will always be lurking in the shadows ready to go. He would make a great guard/protection dog with enough control put on him.

Dear tom!!! How do I get in contact with Tom? My boys been beefing at home lately but grew up together and I have to keep them separated now but It's hard and stressful... they have structure in their lives and they aren't mean they just stopped liking eachother and would like some help! I watch Tom's videos all the time now and he's the best I've seen with great methods. There's more to the story but I need to get in touch with this guy he's awesome and actually cares about these animals and I love that . Tried Commenting on a video the other day and just haven't been able to get in touch!

So many of his videos he relates dog training to horse training. I love this! As a horse trainer, I was oddly lost and overwhelmed trying to train my HUGE, rambunctious dog. When he relates this training to horses, it makes so much sense to me. Even changing directions, doing a 180 at the walk to get the dog to focus on you, is exactly what we call roll backs with horses. Thank you!

I’ve recently started doing pack walks with my dog and my boyfriend’s two dogs. I have struggled so much keeping them from crisscrossing each other and almost constant pulling from 1 of the dogs, 2 when there’s a bunny or skunk near by. I feel like I’m constantly correcting them and feel so bad about it because I don’t know if any of us are enjoying the walks at this point. Update, walked them again tonight and clipped my biggest pulled to a front ring on a harness and he walked so much better. Most enjoyable walk all week.

Tom Davis legit makes me cry.

I love watching your videos. Its like cesar milan but on the next lvl and simplified. I see you often have to say roughly how many times you use the collar.... maybe theres a way to rig somthing to light up at the same time so its a visual signal especially if your training some owners to use it at home. Edit: a double button from some kind of lightup device pressing both at the same time maybe.... like the remotes glued together back to back so easy to squeeze.... just an idea.

very cool dude! Also I think w redirecting like on walks and dog is eyeballing someone, its important for the owner to do the redirection as quickly as possible...ie they must be aware and the second the dog starts the negative behavior there is the redirection.

something people miss about compulsion with dog trainings is that we compel children to brush their teeth, wash their hands, and play nicely. We do so with the expectation that they will happily be clean and happily play with other children. It is kind to the dog to compel certain things, like cooperation at the vets office or politely walking on the leash - because we expect they will be happier dogs if they are healthy and well walked.

This is my first time watching you bro and I have to say your content, editing and general aesthetic is so on point. Love to see it lad 100% you got a new sub from me

Wish you lived in England we have tried so many trainers. Our GDS is good on walks but he's unpredictable , my husband gets up at 4 to take him out so he doesn't see many people, he is reactive, he semi food guards and he does the same with treats, he has bitten me twice is as he seen red but soon after he's trying to I think say sorry. Also no one can get near us as he's very protective we are at our wits end

12:36- If u both walk during peak hours , I would start by taking him for just a quick potty break instead of the usual walk time and try to switch your walk time to an hour or so later/earlier, so u can ease your way into redirecting and once you get the hang of it, then you can go back to your regular walk times as it’s no longer going to be an issue at that point ( at least it shouldn’t be )

Fyi bark collar and constant socializing, that dogs a good dog, you don't need a muzzle unless he's around a trained dog that he might be biting at, which shouldn't be the case so yeah idk lol

I like to watch Tom break into the dogs psyche and bring out their best. 🥰

Hey Tom love the vids. How did you find clients when you were walking dogs and just starting as a dog trainer?

How do you handle a dog that gets reactive and when I try to change directions, he fights. I've noticed our dog does not like to turn around and go back in same direction we came from.

Great video Tom. Always learning something. Is there a part two of how this dog is doing at home with strangers coming to the house? I’m in a struggle with that? I have an amstaff thats very high prey drive and stubborn. He whines like he’s getting killed on a walk when he doesn’t get his way. Gotten better on walks thanks to prong collar and e-collar at times. He knows all his commands and knows what he’s supposed to so he is just very stubborn. Also I walk him on a 6’ leash and he always wants to take the lead no latter what. Should I walk him with short leash until he understands? He’s 1 year 3mo old?

Tom - that’s interesting… Tom’s brain - WTH! A legging?! Umm ok that’s new.

How much do u charge my aunt and uncle are handicapped and the dog a sweat heart around people live in house recently bit someone and they spent a lot money they don’t have to have trainer come help dog was boarded but no one can come in house without locking up the dog she will bark for hour straight don’t know what else to do.the dog is 3 year old German Shepard

That’s not a pitbull. That is a bully mutt or a different bully breed