WHAT HAVE I DONE?! First Day of Training with This COMPLETELY UNTRAINED DOG. [Reality Dog Training] 

Watch a playlist with ALL of Chop’s episodes (updated whenever we post!) HERE: ru-vid.com/group/PLMssKIjsDxXnZerMda27lSdssS3LkpcY_

I've never read a book so fast! ru-vid.comUgkx1_veP7CApJK_GWy_TczaMciuG64PqJeU Learning about his dogs and experiences was just the icing on the cake - bed this book through and through. We're working with our new pup and Brandon's advise was just what I needed. Wish he'd just come and train for me haha but it's good for us and happy to have this new set of tools to use on our pup.

THIS IS the dog I just adopted from the shelter. No human interaction previously, apparently. But fearful at first. Now a 60 lb baby 11 month old. She’s learning. Impulse control is the hardest. And I’m 71 so I’m no spring chicken. But I’m committed, so here we go.

Chop is a devoted tail wagger (I assume his wagging is a positive). He is also very civil at taking treats.

It would be great to see a series with a dog that has severe anxieties and fears most thinks. There are lot of dogs like that in shelters that need a home. I adopted a dog that was scared of pretty much everything and everyone. I had to be creative and find different methods to work with her. When she's scared she doesn't take treats. It was hard but so rewarding to see here change for the best.

He's a clever dog. Clever in the sense of being street smart.

Chop is such a good natured rascal like Tramp from LADY AND THE TRAMP. Every new dog you train is more interesting than the last. Please do a series of updates on these dog characters in the future. Top notch entertainment and learn so much at the same time. Perfect!

Fascinating to see a dog learning sit from a zero start. It’s rare, as owners, we see that, given most breeders, shelters and fosters will have at least taught sit (if nothing else). But spending time with very nervous former street dogs, like many of my clients, these are the starting points for them. It’s all about building a bond. Helping them to learn we are predictable, not scary.

When I was teaching 'sit' to both my Pomeranians, each of them also would back up instead of sitting. 🙄🐾

Zak your training series are always so fun to watch. I find myself smiling nearly the whole time. It’s amazing watching this wild boy bond with you so quickly with the right communication from you! I’m so proud of you and Chop!

Really 1up-ing yourself with this series!!! You guys are doing such a good job. Your videos have helped me train my own puppy, now 5 months. There's a lot of work still to do but I always find myself going back to your videos for help.

I feel like you should have a "guess Chops breeds" before his Embark test :).

Loving this series already! CHOP CHOP!

Omg he's so similar to my rescue dog when I had just got him!

The intro to this series is awesome, but I have to literally cover up the screen when he jumps off the balcony. The first time I saw that happen in the preview video, I cried for 10 minutes. You guys must have done the same, I’m sure. Loving this series! I started watching George because I’m going to try and train my sister-in-law’s pittie in a few months. He’s about a year old and doesn’t listen or do anything except “sit.” All of this is so helpful to see, especially seeing it in the very tiny increments of the most basic commands.

It is really helpful for dog owners to train their dogs. Thank you for sharing this informative video!

Chop is learning well so far with minimal distractions. It's amazing to see his progress so far when he really didn't know anything before you got him. I'd be really curious to see what his DNA is for sure. I'm thinking there might be some Shepard in there. Keep up the great work! I know there are challenges coming up, but these videos are so helpful!

2:56 lol I love how relatable this series is

I applaud you for doing this and responding to the critics who said you only worked with “easy” dogs. Bravo sir!

This is so helpful! It helps make sense of the way to systematically teach certain techniques that you’ve shown in other videos. It helps understand your thought processes and how you work through challenges.

YAY!!! A new episode about Chop! I've been looking for this since Saturday morning. 😁👍

Yay! More Chop time! That tail wagging and those floppy ears. 💙✨ Really appreciate the quiet environment set up during his indoor training. It feels so calming for Chop (and for me! 😂). I just love seeing him learn and communicate with you. Can’t wait for the next episode. Good job Chop and Zak family! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼✨

I keep having nightmares about that scene where Chop jumps over the balcony railing. Please at least tell us if he is OK!

I can’t explain how long I feel like Iv been waiting for this

Chops mouth is foaming the whole time. I love it. 😆 He must love his treats. 🐺❤️🦴🐾🐕

Thank you for making video like this. As I just adopted a dog almost three months ago, I really give him a lot of treat during walking and training as I would like to give him a positive experience. Once i saw you do the same with explanation, it makes me more comfortable what I am doing. Can‘t wait for the next video. 😃

Chop is so much like our shelter rescue dog, than previous dogs Zach has trained. Our guy is a wild super hunter dude, where outside he turns into a totally different dog. Far removed from the perfect inside pet. Looking forward to more adventures in training Chop

Next time, can you please choose a nervous or insecure dog? Despite our best attempts at tons of positive socialization experiences, starting from week 9 of age, my now 1 year old dog is still super insecure around other dogs and is even too nervous to go on walks in our new neighborhood (lived here for 6 months now!), likely because it's full of dogs...

Chop, I really hope you find someone you can depend on with lots of land to explore!! What a sweet eager baby!

"Just a hunch". I like these breaks into narration mode, or whatever else I should call it :D

It's torture having to wait for the next episode, I just wanna watch 8 straight hours of this. Chop looks like an amazing dog, and he's so cute 💜

Something I noticed about Chop is that he actually seems to be a very smart dog. He has so much potential to be a great dog. It's interesting to think about how Chop would behave if someone took the time to train him when he was younger. Anyways you are doing amazing Zak! I can't wait to see more of Chops progress

Chop is such a brilliant dog. Yes he’s reactive and he pulls on leash but once you get through those obstacles, he’ll be such a brilliant dog.

Wait for the "full moon" to happen. Street dogs bring a different element to training and to care for them. Being from Alaska, I assume he has some (more than normal) wolf... now wait for that "full moon"! Lol 😆 can't wait! ❤

This is a masterclass of dog training! Looking forward to this series as I have all the rescue dogs you have rehabilitated.

I saved my dog Burek from a chain life when he was about 8yo. A lot of Chops ups and downs remind me of our story. His life is going to be great from now on

I checked RU-vid 1000000 times today, waiting for this video. I NEEDED a chop update, I’m not disappointed 😍

Good idea to let him look around. People in Alaska *wants* their dog to scope out the outdoors. That is a very good trait in an Alaskan dog.

Beautiful dog, beautiful countryside.

LOVE THIS

Chop sure seems to be a happy learner... I ❤ seeing his tail wagging during your training sessions. He's already doing awesome in a short amount of time! Great job so far... 😊

Can you do a series with a shy dog and help it to build confidence?

I love it when Zak kisses his dogs on camera.

Hi Zac... I would love to know what happened when chuck jumped off the balcony. I keep looking to see if you had posted anything but if you have, I haven't found it. Can you please let me know what happened. Thank you 😊 😊 ps. I absolutely love your videos and our dogs are certainly better for them. Cheers Dorene 😊 😊

You are the dog trainer that my family needs. Chop is much like my GSD/Shiba Inu mix; she was a stray in Bloomington, CA rescued by an organization. I need to be mindful that she needs time. I can’t wait for more of the series to come out. But also, everyone knows what a shoe head you are Zak…are those…Nike ACGs on your feet?! 😳

Way to go Chop! I can't believe how clearly you can see his thought process. What a good lesson and good boy. I also love that you are treating with his food too. When my pup was a baby I did this as well so she wouldn't be overly "treated" and I would train her while giving her breakfast.

Hello Zak! I am a video editor and I got to say that as far in training and your comments, I’ve liked this video more, so far. Because your comments are in OV and in another whole camera setting. It seems it doesn’t distract you as much from training and it’s easier for one to concentrate on your methods. Thank you for your videos, I’ve learned a lot. Sadly, my Airedale pup (got her a week ago) is not doing as well as I’ve thought, even though I have been studying all your videos and trying to put them into practice with her. It’s been really overwhelming for us, since we have 3 small children (3 under 4 yo), and she bites and nips at them. She also does this to my husband and I as play, but we want to address it the best way. I’d be interested in maybe in the future watching a series of a very high energy puppy training (although right now I know you are doing this series, and know how much of time and dedication it takes). By the time you finish this one, I’d be really curious on your approach with that type of pup. We are going to bring a Barkbusters trainer to the house in 2 weeks, hopefully she helps us teach our dog to behave properly. :)

Man i would love to meet chop. He’s absolutely gorgeous

Chop following your hands while youre gesticulating has me dying. Lol. His head is bouncing around with every movement. Love it.

I want those dna results😠😭😭😭

Is it just me who's dogs try to access the treat bag as they want to ? 😁

The way this video had some extra narration and explanations built into it made it so much better. We get to see how to use it in a real setting and cut to a more “lecture” type or eye to eye to break that real setting moment down. It also gives you a chance to elaborate on your thoughts more of a special moment. Great video!!!

I’m So excited for you

Chop looks like a gentle giant and an intimidating wolf at the same time 👀 after watching the reality dog training series, giant dogs are my new obsession :/

Love the videos

Beautiful looking dog and very athletic/good proportions! As far as I know there was a show on TV where people tried to guess the breeds involved by looks alone and after the DNA test they were wrong 90% of the time :) ... But what the hell, I'll try that anyway: some sort of shepherd(German shepherd perhaps), some sort of husky/malamute and maybe a little bit of Labrador or another retriever because of that soft mouth and dropped ears...❤👍

woah i'm so early! i'm never this early!

Always so excited to see you upload!! Love this series so much.

So are you taking bets for the breeds that make up this sweet boy? XD So far, I'm strongly suspecting Chinook. Maybe Anatolian Shepherd.

"can't things be normal in alaska" me: this is alaska my friend hahahah

This vidio is so good and chop is amazing and i have learnt so much from ur vids. ❤👍

If I have to shape any behaviours in little tiny steps as you had to do with the "sit", I use a clicker. It just works better for me when I need to be really precise. Often I end up just capturing things like "sit", "down" and "speak" as they happen. I'm looking forward to following this series as I'm getting more and more clients with street rescues.

It’s great to see he’s fine after his great balcony leap! One of my dogs, now 7 yrs old., was completely untrained when I got her from a rescue. Her first two years of her life were spent on a chain in a concrete yard with minimal human interaction. It was a rough go for the first few months to build trust and to understand what I expected from her. She bid now one of the best dogs I have ever had. Chop is going to amaze us too.💕

Where are your SHOES! 😂 I love how it's a thing, totally unrelated to training. I absolutely love your vlog style videos.

Go chop looking forward to your progress!

i used to watch each and every one of your dog training experience videos when i had a lot of time on my hands, but for a long time, ive been busy and nows the only time i could come over to your channel, and im surprised at how many series i missed:O this series looks pog!

Do Rottweiler🤞🐶

This is by far my favorite series you've ever made, and it's only the 2nd episode!!!

Sweet, beautiful Chop! Doing great! Love this serie ! Good job,Zack 👍🙏🥰🥰🥰

I would love if you linked the tools you use during training. Your leashes harnesses and such!

If you are going to do another series pls do a pitador

How long are you going to drag this out about the dog jumping off the balcony?? Is he okay??

Idk I'm gonna take a guess: Alaskan Malamute/German shepherd and possibly Leonberger or some other mastiffy breed... Newfie, st Bernard or something possibly idk

I love watching these videos they bring such joy to me. Keep up the good work! 😊

If I owned a dog in that environment (beautiful as it is) I would constantly be scared that the dog would come to harm against a wild animal. I live in the UK so I don't have to deal with such hazards, only sometimes other irresponsible owners, which is enough stress for me.

I want to call my puppy Chop because it’s such a cool name 😅 Edit: I’m thinking he looks like a husky/gsd mix, but the ears are throwing me off…

Ah, this is the kind of dog I tend to get in Foster ☺️ Love your Channel, I always dip in for reminders, and when I can I watch a whole series. My new dog is deaf in one ear, I'm wondering how I'm going to train her when she often does not hear me, and is off with the fairies when out and about, following scents, can you help with that in a future episode please. Also, I love gardening, how can I stop the dog 'helping' with the digging, and digging up my bulbs, creating mounds, and earth dens, and even from going on the flower beds in the first place.? I love that she likes to get involved, and that she enjoys the play, I'd also like to keep my Mums memorial garden in good nick! 😐👍

Chop be like: If ya don’t let me socialise I’m gonna end ya career Edit: I didn’t realise this was gonna be in the next episode lol

Do a chow chow!

Pease be careful this dog will eat a small dog

Did anybody guess Norwegian Elkhound yet? I think he's an NE cross. That's my guess.

I love the series but I would really like to see a series where a dog has major aggression issues

Pardon me for appearing ignorant, and if my comment seems out of place, any critiques are welcome. You know Chop is a wild dog, surely introducing him to so many stimuli at once is a traumatic experience? That is to say, from the brief footage shown at the end, with bikes and dogs - are you not setting him up to fail? could yo have introduced him to bikes at home? played loud, town-associated noises for him over the tv, and thus desensitised him?

Already you can see this dog is so smart, and has so much potential. I’m so proud already! 😁

This is an amazing series. I'm now noticing just how much editing is done with other tutorials on training. This addresses so many questions I have about understanding and pivoting to training that is the most effective~and the importance of first earning a new dog's trust. There are many "recipes" in training dogs~but it is so important to understand the body language of the dog because that helps you gauge if the dog is being receptive to the "training". Meaning to say, you can do all the steps to get the job done, but what is missing is understanding emotionally what is going on here~which you so eloquently address in this series~thank you Zak George!

I want him. I feel like he’d make a good live stock guardian. With have goats. But our weather would be a system shock

Please do little dogs! I have a maltese havanese mix and I would like to know your training for more... ummm... less intelligent breeds lol.

Thank you for helping me so much Zak I can't be more thankful 🥰

I love you and your videos and Chop is so handsome

I’m a huge fan

Uh oh.... I caught that! He kissed Chop on top of the head! Is he already falling in love with the Chopster baby?

Do you have a video training a dog who reacts towards man. My dog seems to only bark at men, other dogs too but my biggest problem is men he launches at them and treats don’t seem to work.

He's beautiful! Do you think you guys will do a DNA test on him?

i really cant wait a week to see the next video love this series

Chops is a very challenging dog to train, because of all of the wildlife dangerous wildlife that is so his sences are on raider 24/7 because of protective mood and survival mood in him. Let's not forget pray mood.

My dog don't want treats when I put the leashe on.. so they can sit, leave it and all that but still having hard time with leash pulling to the point where I sit with scabbed knees and hands..

Great video. Loving the series . ❤️Chop

And here I was thinking that my dog was the only one that backs up when you try to use the treat over the head method. Glad to see an alternative solution

Hellooooo! I have a question. My dog when he plays with other dogs tends to bark at them. Not in an aggressive way. I think he wants to make them run in order to chase them (he prefers to chase dogs rather than being chased). Also he is a mix breed probably border collie and English setter. Maybe its instinctual? Like herding? He hae never had a fight with another dog even when other dogs have attacked him. He is 9 years old and not socialised very well. Thank you in advance!

That moment when he looked at you, priceless!