Congratulations on your merchandise launch 😍 I love the choice (you even have tank tops and a mug, loving it!!), also the fact that you were not even overly interested in launching your own merchandise but your subscribers had to almost beg you for it for so long 😂😂 thank you!!
Tried this with my 7 year old pit, yesterday, after watching this video and it was amazing how simple it really was. You made it look so easy and it really was this easy. After 3 tries I was able to have my gate wide open with a loose leash and my dog just sat there and waited for me to walk out before he moved!!!! My wife, 5’ tall, was even able to walk our 125 lbs. Rott down the street and back without him dragging her!!!! I couldn’t believe it. Training is not over by far but just after a few minutes, 100% improvement. When I would open my gate both dogs would just charge out and I’d let them. First time I ever walked them together not using pinch collars on them. I couldn’t believe it. Thank you, Beckmann!!!
I did this with a friend's Boxer. She was 7 years old and always walked my friend and his wife and never learned a loose leash. It took 45 minutes of this boxer constantly pulling and getting redirected before we were able to actually go on a walk. I had that "we can do this all day" mindset and the dog turned it into a challenge 😂 It works though. Sadly, she only made that connection when I was holding the leash. As soon as mom or dad got the leash, they didn't care to put in the effort so she went right back to walking them everywhere she wanted to go.
How aggravating you did basically an hour of work and the owners just disregard that.. Kudos to you for making a change.. I hope you gained confidence in your own leadership from that session, it was not for nothing. That dog will always respect you🙏
@@SacredArcana Haha, Thanks! She was the most difficult dog I ever had. I can usually have a loose leash within 5 minutes. She had me questioning my abilities 😂 And she did respect my dominance until the day she died though 🙂
I’m on the 2nd day of working on this with a hound that I recently got that lived outside chained to a tree his whole life. I’m not sure if it’s stubborn or density, but it’s very slow going. Took over an hour just to get all the way out the door. 😳
I find that giving treats can often confuse dogs. Sometimes it's the timing by the owner, where the dog does only a part of a routine correct, the handler ruffles around for a treat while the dog looses concentration again, then gets rewarded for the loss of concentration (whatever it does wrong in the ends up getting a reward). I prefer to give very small hints like yes/no, yep/good, clicker etc. as the guide and once the whole exercise is completed they get showered with cuddles, treats and/or praise. Food motivated dogs struggle to concentrate when there is food around. That said, teaching tricks like follow my hand, drop, sit etc. where a dog needs to get guided by the trainers hand, then food works well, particularly in young dogs that lack concentration anyway. Thank you Mr. Beckman for another great video!
This video has helped me massively mentally because I was feeling like an absolute failure not being able to train my Golden to walk nicely - given how many times I see on the internet that they're "one of the easiest dogs to train". I am using this method every day but can absolutely see where I can improve myself and then hopefully the doggo going forward. He is a hurricane in some environments and it's been difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I'll use the mantra "all day" to keep my mindset in the right place
I got so far with an ordinary lead but didn't get the results we see on here. Changed to slip lead and I've got a different dog. He knew what I wanted, we haven't changed the training, just the lead and now he's marvellous. The key really is at the door, before you go out. Then a couple of reminders outside and the walk begins. It's a pleasure to walk him now.
Totally support your method - not shoveling treats into the dog all day! It’s really helpful when the dog isn’t already perfectly trained while you show us what to do! Thank you so much for your work/teaching.
Oh my gosh!! I got my dog to sit to the point where he will only come if I say “ok go” even with the door open I didn’t know that shooting out the door past me was a not okay!!! This is sooo HELPFUL! Thank you!
This training is gold. I think one thing you should have mentioned is for the person to remain perfectly CALM while correcting. This isn't a punishment. There's no need to yank in anger, yell, or show any frustration at all. It's simply a method to change the pup's already ingrained thought process to lead YOU. Do not let him sense that you are angry or frustrated because it will confuse him. Hopefully you wouldn't yell at your toddler for not being potty trained!
Thank you so much for these videos! I am walking two big older dogs, and they were so bad at rushing out the door and pulling, now I have them stopping and looking at me first, sitting, until I say ok. 😊
Best information I ever got on how to get my large dog to listen to me and walk nice. She now turns to look at me to check in, It only took a few days of doing the leash jerk and she figured it out. Thank you, Joel. No treats involved.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion. New rescue dog, 1st walk, crazy bouncing pulling and ripped hands, watched this, 15 minutes in the house before she followed me out of the door no pulling lots of re-direction and a ‘we can do this all day’ mindset…. Thank you
Hurray! I was hoping you'd go back and do a good basic loose-leash vid especially with the explosion of new subscribers! I get stopped and complimented on my walks and always tell ppl about Joel Beckman Dog Training!! Truly life-changing for me & my 3 big rescue dogs🐾❤️🙏🏽
@@SuziQ. Hurray! Also if you have a big dog, a "Gentle Leader" (head halter) is a game-changer. It will give you the leverage you need. There are a lot of vids of Joel with different dogs doing loose-leash and each reveals a different nuance to his technique. There will be ups and downs in your training---including days where it seems like your dog forgot everything--but don't give up! After about 6 months you pretty much don't have to try much at all and they naturally walk well. Just do a little refresher and they remember right away🐾❤️ Best wishes on training!
What an awesome video!!! Almost hard to pay attention to bc of how GORGEOUS that Golden is, I’ve been reading up on conformation a lot and this Golden is impeccably bred, for anyone wondering. To note just one small detail, according to the Golden Retriever standard, the back foot should fall into the exact spot just vacated by the front foot at the trot. Goldens NEED to be built this way so that they can easily carry their quarry without accumulating neck or back pain. Ever since I read that, I’ve been watching Golden Retrievers much more closely in this regard, and this is the first dog I’ve seen “in the wild” with such a clean and proper gait. Well done, whoever bred this dog!! It’s also worth noting that training a dog to walk on a loose leash without constantly straining and pulling to get where they want to go, in my opinion, is a long-term investment in the dog’s mental and physical health. They need to use their brain to check in with the human on the other end of the leash, which gives them mental exercise and stimulation, ESPECIALLY important in a dog as high-energy as a Golden Retriever. Allowing them to yank you around all day long is causing disproportionate tension and strain on their muscles, and IMHO that causes them to physically deteriorate more quickly over time. Much better for them to move calmly and naturally in a way that’s more suited to their body.
I have been subbed from the start of your journey, love your techniques, methods and your tutorial style. You have made a profound difference in MY attitude, ability and skill level in understanding the basic principles and skills that are required to have a happy well behaved dog and for that I will be eternally grateful...... Thank-you.......
I had to get over my initial embarrassment and self conciousness over doing these stops/drills in public lol But doing these door stops, front yard stops, and whenever I come across a parking lot have been making such a difference and I'm a beginner when it comes to dog ownership. Ive been aiming for maybe 60% success rates, but with these videos I'm hoping to shoot a little higher😅
Joel, love your basic training videos!! Would love to see corrective behavior around puppy biting (especially around clothing and ankles). Keep the content and podcasts coming!!
Thanks for these videos, they are so clear and practical... don't need to worry if I'm showing pack leader vibes or anything...coz that one used to confuse me... Also you need a jumper that says "Party's Over" 😂
This type of approach has worked for us (from your earlier similar videos). I enjoy walking my dog. The other night my 30% American Foxhound actually encountered a real live actual fox for the first time, and well she lost her shit, but we no longer freak out at squirrels, birds, or feral cats, so I’ll take it. 🤷🏻♀️ Bizarrely her Heinz 57 mix resulted in a dog that actually resembles a very large red fox and it was actually somewhat comical.
Absolutely great. I was just talking about this on your last video.Dogwalkers on the trail, stuffing their dog's face with treats . whenever they go after other dogs horses squirrels et .It's so ridiculous and it's so doesn't work. Don't forget about me the next time you get bees. You helped me with my psychotic malinois crazy Daisy. And no advising Sheena and our foster trooper the Prynees. The least I can do is help you with your bees. They are going insane this year. 🐝
I can arrest that this method of yours WORKS! I tried the treats method and it only worked the moment my dog got the treat. This method makes him think about being aware of where I am. If he starts to leave and I stop, he usually catches himself and come back to me before reaching the end of the leash.
Ok just got my "gentle lead" & took my puppy out with it. The best walk I have ever had with him to DATE!! Thank you so much. 1 bad behavior marked off the list!!
Tried this with my sister's pit. Went swimmingly. Then tried it with my rescue of 1 yr. Big pitty. Took double the time, but I saw a marked improvement and was quite impressed. Now, to try it with the rescue pup of 3 weeks... not many expectations. She's only 6 months old.
I do this plus a 'place' game before leaving the front yard and on return from the walk. This definitely works but it is "all day" and "everyday" to embed the routine. The improvement over the last 6 months has been steady especially once I got myself in the right head space to be a fair boss instead of a nervous nellie.
This has been a game changer for my leash reactive 40kg Bull Arab cross. He can't go and sniff whatever he wants on a walk and can only sniff when I allow him too. His reactivity has diminished significantly and has made walks much more pleasant.
Good stuff man, happy to see no prong collars. I did not want to use those. I'll try this with my big boy, would love for my wife to be able to walk him.
Yep!! This works!! It’s especially important for leash reactive dogs. If you pay attention to his methods and rewatch videos, you will see results in your dog. Nothing happens over night, it takes time. BUT you CAN do it!! 💯💯👏🏻👏🏻I do this before every walk and it does make a difference each time we go out! Love your content, can’t wait for our phone session!! Your such a fabulous trainer!! So happy I found your channel. Wish I could do an in-person session but I’m way to far away😭
I don't even have a dog and I watch your videos to learn just in case I get one. I don't want to get a dog first and then learn how to train it. You're doing a great job compared to many other channels I've seen that only try to push some product onto to you or try to fix everything with treats
I have a 6.5 mo. Old rescue. Mix of schnauzer, Cairn or westie. Def.terrier breed. Feisty, and wanting to go after everything. Grasshopper to cars driving by. It's been a nightmare trying to walk her. This works. Big difference in just this day. Not perfect but I can really see a difference! Thank you.
Starting from inside, and through every door makes a HUDGE difference before you go on a walk..what help my reactive dog is to get exercice before the walk (broom+cord+toy = fishing play line)
i am soo guilty of this. and when ive tried to practice i get embarrassed bc of neighbors. i have no private place to try it since i live in high density apts in a city. but who cares! gotta do it for my pup.
Thanks for the great video! What do you do when the dog stops to pee? For example, we are not on a "heel", we are "free mode", having a walk on loose leash and suddenly the dog stops to poop/pee? And if I should correct him for stopping on a free comand, how should I tell him that somewhere it's okay to poo/pee?
after 9 years mine.. still lay on his bed and looking at me until i tell him to get his harness on. but we hade some mental challans whit his food allergy and he became hyper .. first 3 years lol.. i learn soo much.
I'm so glad i found this but I have a follow up question. I have an 8 month old tiny 3pound Chihuahua and no collars will fit her neck so I use a harness instead, does that matter?
Could I implement this technique gently with my 4 month old puppy (lab) and a harness? He's having such a hard time going on walks, only goes where he wants to & I don't want to be too rough on correcting him. It is usually just the beginning of the walks, after a while he will follow more appropriately. Thanks for all the great content!
Not your patented method ^^ But a method that works. I prefer a much more positive approach but I will change based on the dogs need. If the dog's all happy-flappy and willing already, I can reinforce it with positivity instead of popping-method. But if the dog is stubborn, not really food driven and so on, I would use this method. That's what I would teach: Use the method your dog needs. Because it's always this: Just because one method does work, it doesn't mean another would be much better at it for your situation. Great work! Stay crunchy.
Then you correct your dog for mouthing you. My husky does mouthy behaviors for a few different reasons that have nothing to do with walking on a leash. I just let her know that it's not ok to do that and she stops. Your dog is going to be frustrated in the beginning of training with the gentle leader because it feels different and it doesn't allow the dog to just do whatever it wants to while dragging you down the street and through your neighbor's yard. Give it more time. My husky gets rewarded by finally getting to the dog park and getting to run and play off leash. Today on the way home, she decided to try a new tactic by doing zoomies when she was reminded not to pull. It was actually funny at first because she wrapped herself around a car barrier and ended up correcting herself. I did have to finally firmly take her by the collar with both hands, back her up a few feet, and tell her no more. She walked home fine after that. I call her my velcro dog with a side of ADD and ADHD, highly energetic and a tad stubborn with a determination to do what she wants. But I love her and she has the sweetest disposition and is really a good dog. She is almost too submissive with other dogs and at 16 months, is just now starting to stand up to the bullies at the dog park but isn't trying to bite, just letting them know to leave her alone. Don't give up. GSD's are also very determined and so smart, but that is what makes them such a great breed. ❤
I love this method, and it got me most of the way there, but sometimes, the dog sits down in protest. What are your suggestions to make him move without resorting to dragging him around?
Make him walk by pulling him into you & releasing pressure when he starts to follow. The key is the pressure release when the dog follows what you want to do.
Excellent video. We have a 5 month old Labrador and I've been working on with these techniques. You mentioned in you video you would treat a 6 month dog different than a 9 month. We want to loose leash walk but are still struggling. What should I expect from a 5 month old Lab for loose leash walking? What collar would you recommend I use?
Great video. Do you have any advice on how to train two adult goldendoodles to walk on a double leash? My guys are really dragging me around sometimes they almost pull my arm out of the socket. And I have Halties ( gentle leaders) on both of them....
I did It today, It took me around an hour and it's Better. My dog was behind me 80% of times, the others i had to correct him😁 Before today It was correcting 95% of the times. I think i just found my trainer so i'll contact this guy. Positive reinforcement and treats didn't work anywhere, neither on the leash, basically i spent the whole day giving him treats ti make him do something, to stop something and After he stopped something.
Is 4 months too early. My girl is a lab/gspd mix. She’s already quite strong and muscular. She pulls on walks but she’s learning already to wait to go in or out the door till I go first. Is it too early for all this tho?
Is so beautiful. I think you should remember to tell people, that that they should only train there dog for half or one minute at the time like this. Obviously they have been doing it wrong and are gonna send mixed signals to the dog, and the dog loose the focus and joy fast. Of course you can go on forever because you sending clear signals with make the dog able to succeed, and treat the dog appropriate respectfully. But I think as viewer it's easy to expect to much from the dog.
Yup I've been training my older rescue Labradors "separately". One gets started inside the apartment while the other is there too. So both get their Harnesses in the lounge, and a treat or two. And then the lead(s) and halti/muzzle goes on the obe who gets trained next. Start rraining inside the apartment, then move into small garden w both dogs, and separate them at garden gate. The handle on top of the harness helps to make the one stay at home. My two are stubborn, strong and have completely different personalities. This way I can focus on one dog, survive all the traffic, and adjust what I do to better suit the dog and have a better walk.
I have a 7 month old puppy, he always pulls only listens when he has his easy walk on. Should I keep him on the easy walk forever? Will he ever learn to walk without it? I've tried the loose leash and pull method. He continues to pull and won't usually check in with me
Reactivity question: how do you stop/correct a reactive episode when it happens on a walk? Do you just turn and pull them away? Or is there a method to stopping it when it starts? My girl is calm and walks great until she sees a dog and then she barks like mad and pulls (shes a shih tsu).
How this channel just popped up - across the world. Showing me so many things i do naturally right, and at least as much stuff i do wrong or could do better with my 7month old Maremmano - is quite fascinating! thanks for these videos.
In my neighborhood, one of the sidewalks passes by a few of our neighbors backyard with dogs, and my pup does get distracted. How should I get his attention since walking back and forth, we’re still in the same area? Tug the sides?
hi ,i have a 6 month golden that recently had the back leg amputation (he hops on his back leg) , would you change something in this method or do the same?
Thank you for the video Very informative😊 I will be using these techniques with my new pup. He’s a 2 month old Cane Corsi, Honestly I never had a pet before but I’m very consistent and he follows commands already🤗I started a RU-vid channel to hopefully receive more insight please view and stay tuned to see pup pups outcome🙏🏼🥰
Thanks to your videos I had a cane corso that was a puller on a leash when I got him a month ago to now I regularly walk him off leash. The transformation was crazy using this method
