What I appreciate most about your content is that you show so much of the process without cuts. It speaks of honesty and confidence in your methods. Thanks very much :)
He doesn't like to waste his time or yours/theirs. He's no nonsense and adjusts his tone, depending on the dog. Love that he says pain messes with their brains. He is so far ahead of so many trainers who tend to rely on the prong collar. And he really helps people, especially in countries where those tools have been outlawed. He even does it without a slip lead - just awesome! Not sure if anyone sees the fact that he doesn't let the dogs self release either. So important. I'll give you your release word when you can move. Hope that helps.
I like that you clarified "The boss is verbal praise," not all petting and lovey. That is not always clear. It made a world of difference in my rescue dog's obedience and attitude to me when I changed to that. Now I know to continue to do that. I think I would have slipped back into my old behavior of over praising and touching if you had not pointed that out. I believe that that one reveal of technique today will save me from troubles in the future with all dog's. Thank you
It really depends on dog, a good trainer knows when to use what kind of encouragement, that's the point. He's not seeing) showcasing dogs who behave perfectly, dogs that don't need a firmer hand - because they are fine without any external help.
I love seeing positive reactions from owners when their dog meets a new friend they didn't expect. These owners were just so happy their dog got along with Prince.
Guard dogs. Not allowed to go bananas. Not an easy ask. So amazing to watch how restrained, intelligent and well trained Prince is in these sessions . He does just enough to calm the other dogs without doing too much. And then their brains settle and then they see they don't have to go bonkers every time they meet a new dog.
Joel : Princey that's your friend! Prince:. Yeah right, you said that last time...we know how that went ... there better be decent treats in this for me?
Joel.... I've never complained before. I'm not now either. This is just FYI because I think you want the feedback. I listen with headphones. One side has a hissing sound. So, today I listed with one ear..... Maybe it's only my system. IDK. It think not. Funny thing is... I'm in Thailand and its nighttime here. I thought I had a mosquitoe buzzing around me until I figured it was an audio problem. Okay. Enough of that. Thank you sooo. Much. I enjoy watch ALL your clips.
@@esil5853 My guess??? Joel will fix it. If not??? I'll be watching with one ear or a buzzing noise. I ain't quitting my favorite clips for something that small. Thanks for letting me know I'm not the only one.
Great session, beautiful black German Shepherd, starts out scary with people (Joel) but turns out self-controlled. Kudos to the owners. Their dog is well behaved but also there is an edge which with such a big powerful dog, they are smart to work on. And he does like males too, good surprise for the owners.
Another video where you mention Gentle Leader, how close is the sponsorship because I walked my dog with my friends dogs who have always been huge pullers and she was amazed at how good they were with them and wants them for herself plus I get asked about them from other people walking their dogs near us and it would be great to have something get back to you for all the people who hear about them from you.
Pulling is good workout for the dog, i had a harness on my rotty and I'd let him pull at normal pace, and on short walks less than a mile I'd pull back to make it harder, dog loved it
I use a gentle leader but for directional purposes. I have a 7 month service dog in training and he’s great at heeling and doesn’t pull but sometimes he looks around too much in public (especially at kids and other dogs) so I use it as a way to keep his eyes forward or on me. I just started using it and even got my coworker into it who also has a SDIT puppy. Great tool!!
Beautiful job as always. Love seeing you go at the dogs pace with gentle coaxing and the way clear guidelines are set. Good Boy/Get Ready and not over the top. Makes me miss working with dogs. Thank you for this video!
This is so good and I loved seeing the semi friendly interaction between Prince and the Shepherd. I feel optimistic for this guys training. He is a very handsome dog. Prince, as always is a very important part of all of this. I know that you appreciate him.
That was so good, I got really nervous when German Shepherd got near Prince, I was hoping nothing bad was going to happen!!!! I am hoping my neighbor will start watching you, he definitely needs to watch part one & two!!!!! Thanks so much!!
appreciate all your videos. my dog is pretty obedient but leash training had been particularly difficult with her until i watched a couple of your videos. been taking lots of notes and making changes to her daily training just based on your videos. thank you!
I think the way you work with dogs is excellent, and that you like the use of a gentle leader. I'm trying to get to use one on my friends 9 month old staffy. She's doesn't like it on, but it's a process of treating and putting it on her. As she's a crazy puller on walks. I do enjoy helping in training her. So find your video's helpful. I love how you talk to the dogs, tone is so important. Plus the loud clap when they are doing something wrong. Well done
9:14 I was watching this vid with only closed captions on & this definitely made me LOL. This blooper about sums up most of those places: "doggy Di**..." Love your videos, sir!
Aww, it’s got to be difficult working in a doggie daycare and seeing all these well behaved socialized dogs play together all day long but not have control of her own dog that he’s got to be muzzled at all times. So glad they came to you.
Oh man he would have bit your hand there in the pasture Joel. Clearly very defensive dog, so a strong leader is needed here so he knows he doesn't need to control the situation that's the job of the owners. Can't wait for Part 2!
THAT was a work! GSDs are smart and willing to please their owners. But skills are what make a really good dog. Prince still needs a spa after every session like this. How come he always knows what to do!!!!!
Joel, your videos have helped me and my dog immensely and I am so grateful. Do you think you could do a hard truths conversation about signs that a people aggressive dog has something mentally wrong with him/her and perhaps rehabilitation is not possible?
What a good video! Beautiful GSD. I can't wait for the second part. I have a 9 month mini schnauzer. You talk a lot about the different stages of age. Is it the same on small dog? Thanks for all your content, it helped me a lot. I am from Chile 🇨🇱
Muscle punched...lol...my grandpuppy husky...first few times (very protective very scary) now he loves me. Although because I watch this training... I'm alpha.
A muzzle punch is never fun. Another great saying from Joel. He is guarding his owners. Is that what mommy, daddy issues are ? I wonder if he sleeps in their bed. Maybe use the word "sensation" when describing how the e-collars, choke chains and gentle leaders feel to the dog because some people flip out when hearing the word "pain". These collars stimulate the dogs brain. Just a thought. Great video. Can't wait to see part 2.
Very, very challenging. Excellent work. Adorable little wifey will be able to handle that beast also. Just watch her evolve into Mama Bear with this extremely powerful, strong willed, assertive, TOUGH dog. I have every confidence that big daddy already has this and will refine his skills to become 2nd nature. I'm impressed.
Honestly, I don't think he was that bad. The dog was actually very nervous looking around (even flinched when the gate closed) and didn't have interest in Prince. He was more concerned about being away from his dog parents.
Cyclone fence issues. I knew a fearful rescue dog that freaked out over cyclone fences for a while: it triggered an escape reaction so she was always looking for a way out. With this dog it is agression, but I am thinking that the fence is a trigger.
This is how my dog acts with new people, and Apparently the shelter/rescue he came from, he didn't show any signs of this. It's not really aggression, it's almost like he's scared. Because when they get close, he gets skiddish
The gentle lead (I think) would be better alternative because the collar yank from the owner doesn’t seem to be effective. German shepherds can be very strong willed and it takes a lot of consistency to overcome disobedience.
This needs to be required at SDGA, this is so crucial. Dog handling should come first before pushing I.P.G. on beginners or really young peoples. Too many people want to just own dogs but not really respect them.
The owner/"boss" was not the boss during the initial walk to the yard, he overreacted very very slowly and ineffectively. He was the bigger problem and the dog was unsure of his "corrections
Mine has been doing the same thing too. He’s aloof to people but when he sees other dogs his hackles raise and he’s losing his loving mind. I can’t tell if it’s aggression or excitement because his hackles go up when he plays with my little dogs.
Good lesson! I have had zero success with gentle leaders, and I'm sure it is my fault. Would such a leader have worked with this dog, using the interaction at 10:30 for example?
This is my GSD!!! My boy, Jasper, acts exactly like this boy! He is also 15 months and has the same reaction to men. If he has a bad association with someone (just doesn't like them for any reason), he hates them. Fur raised, barks, and lunges. He does great at dog parks but he is very leash reactive, especially with me. I should also mention that he isn't neutered. We use a Gentle Leader but he still barks. I put him in a sit and I body block but he doesn't take his eyes off the person until they are completely gone. Like this GAD, if the man is with a woman he is usually pretty good, just doesn't want pets but if he sees that same man without the woman, he freaks. I need suggestions on what to do. Please.
GSDs are very protective by nature. It's baked into them which is the reason they are favored by Police K9. The key would be to desensitize him to those situations so that he realizes that not every male is a threat. I know that is very generic response but consistency will have positive results. Keep at it as it may take years for this behavior subsides.
You should practice a strong "leave it" command when he's reactive to strangers/males. Also, until he's better with the reactivity, you should walk him away from the situation so that he quickly releases his anxious energy vs. putting him a sit position where that fixation on the stranger male keeps building up. Good luck!
@@sdl2320 His Leave It has become awesome, recently! I am so proud of his progress. We had a family friend come to the house. I had him wait outside and my dad gave him treats. I also had treats. I would have Jasper look at the guy and treat him. Then he started to throw treats and Jasper accepted them! He was doing so well, we brought the guy in the house for a few minutes while me and Jasper were sitting on the couch about 10ft away. He has gotten better, but still has a very long road.
@@hxwow It varies from state to state; where I live if the barking is continuous for more than 15 minutes every hour, it is considered a nuisance and action can be taken. The owners get a warning first, then the animal is removed if it isn't resolved.
I have neighbors who have 3 dogs like this; they let their dogs bark from 5 am to 11 pm. I finally took enough footage and complained to animal control, and the owners have to intervene and stop the barking or give up the dogs. I wasn't even able to enjoy my own back yard bc they'd bark at me NONSTOP if I was laying out in the sun or working on my garden. I don't hate the dogs bc they're bored but I damn sure don't like my neighbors. Who gets dogs and doesn't walk them or take care of their most BASIC needs 🙄
It might be easier but it's less effective and less safe. The leash may affect the dogs' behavior and interactions and is an added safety hazard if things get rowdy.
Is it true that dogs can sense someone’s intentions? My yellow labrador retriever has always greeted strangers at our door in a friendly manner except once. She was growling and barking and I had all I could do to hold her back. I was shocked because I’ve never seen her behave this way never. The guy was looking for a lawyer’s practice in my residential neighborhood.. very strange. I’ve also noticed when we have a large group of people over she tends to stay away from certain people.
I've always wondered who's dog Meisha is. Did you or will you do a video on that? Introduce the staff and the dogs or the staff and their dogs. I hope you already gave your staff a "bring your dog to work" day.
It’s funny, Maisha actually goes to my doggy daycare/boarding facility a lot and she’s a pretty regular boarder with us. It was a surprise to see her on this video. She’s such a good girl, and she’s so goofy and sure of herself. Makes sense seeing this Lolol.
