Love the videos from australia. CoCo is my ddr shepherd who love blackhawk beed jerky. Very dry and snaps. Coco is a european working line breed working line who is my constant companion. Sbe needs my time to engage her mind more than anything. She is happy to chiĺl with me but has a lovely drive to run and chase toys outside with training each day. Also a quiet walk with traing daily. A great lover of people and scent work. Downside bitten by a dog as a pup...made her dog aggresive she is gradually overcoming with Toms tips...i mostly use tug and food rewards in combination with praise. Food for a new command for a short time as a lure with voice reward...to transition to voice reward.only. tug and chase used to build relationship while reinforcing and building holding wait , release and recall. We are building her persistance in holding her wait while controlling her prey drive. I want to have a session with Tòm to help us overcome the leash agressiòn with other dogs due to being bitten as a puppy.
Dogs are driven by food or toys, me on the other hand am driven by all your content! Thanks for all you and your team do!!! You guys are greatly appreciated by my sister and I!!
I loved this! So much was covered! I adopted a pit mix and I had a DNA test done. Results showed pit, staffy, boxer, lab. That explains the crazy energy! Tom, you have helped me so much! I love training and because of you, I got a local trainer to help me e-collar training. I am in my 70’s and I couldn’t have kept her without training. She has turned into a great dog-not perfect, but a great dog. ❤️
YES! The hardest breed group is the hounds…absolutely, positively! When I was grieving the loss of my heart dog, a Rough Collie, a few months later I asked the employees at the Humane Society to pick a female dog that needed a home for me and I got a hard luck hound who knew nothing, not even housebroken. Omg..as an amateur handler I was questioning my sanity and had great empathy for the first time dog owner who had adopted then returned her. After watching so many Tom videos, I got a HS prong..and voila! Within minutes I had a dog who FINALLY responded to walking on a leash, it took a couple months before she would sit on command (she would rather have died..lol) Now we are delighted with her as a pet and each months she gets better and better and has become very loving. We are SO glad we are the home she landed in. That said I was missing having a heart dog I could train with and after months of figuring out what the TOP THREE CHARACTERISTICS were that I wanted, high intelligence, high drive to play and would get along with our dogs at home, I found my girl, an 18mo that old German Shepherd who knew nothing and also not housebroken but two months later knows all basic commands in French and English..we are still working on consistency and socialization. I am retired and her 4th owner….I totally adore her, she was meant for me ❤️
This man is a national treasure! I love his non-biased/balanced training approach understanding that each situation is different and does whatever’s best for the dog. I’m currently enrolled in ABC to become a Dog Trainer and you’re a huge inspiration for me and my journey. Keep doing your thing bro! Much love from Seattle
Love it! As a trainer... super fun to see you guys discussing the same issues with clients that we go through every day with ours as well. Trying to figure out the best way to communicate something so that it specifically resonates with each person is always the hardest part of my job.
I used to run dogs at the shelter over 14 years ago. Many were "terriers" aka pit and pit mixes. Literally RUN with the dogs! It was a dead end street with three things: an Animal Control on one side, the shelter directly across, and a police gun range in the middle! Down the street was a domestic vehicle repo lot. This was in a rough area. One dog, Hector, my favorite brindle Pit boy that I loved to run with... well, many days.. I would be running down the road with him (so athletic he was!) and the men that worked the repo yard.. big gold chains and "boom boom" sounds from the cars always asking about the dog. One time a couple came down.. the guy with his girl and a kid. The guy was all "boss". Took Hector out to the outdoor "meeting" run (very spacious). The woman and kid quickly exited. The kid ran up and down the run. Hector chased him. The woman stood there. The man stayed in the run. I told him "I don't think this is going to work out". He crossed his arms and with puffing out his chest and putting his chin up he said "but I want him" in a VERY arrogant way. I said "nope". Hector was with us for a number of years since a puppy. The right guy did come along.
Personally, I can tend to forget to praise because I'm like, "My dog has got the concept, I don't need to encourage anymore." I'm aware, so I'm working on it, but we can get complacent. Thus the need for constant coaching from great trainers like you guys. Thanks
I notice nobody answers comments here...i have a ddr shepherd. I praise her for every command i ask for...with yes.... I say good if i want her to remain longer but not break...but the instant she sits or drops or stays i say yes. Her release is ok!
I found your discussion about litermate syndrome interesting. My breeder would not let me get two dogs from the same litter. She said they would bond with each other and not with me.
I had two girls from the same litter. I just made sure I spent 1 on 1 time with them. They both loved each other but were ok being separate. One dog really bonded with my husband and one really bonded with me.
@@melb5467 agreed. I have litter mates. They are joined at the hip. They will compete with each other in training, but mostly they will ignore me unless I am using high value treats. Or unless they are walked separately and trained separately.
@@siempreseagull2 oh see I never had a problem with them listening to me, but I started training sessions with them solo when I got them home at 12weeks. I think that’s really the best way to do it. They grew into two completely different dog’s personality wise too. They still loved each other and had a very close bond.
I bought littermates, a bit and a girl, at 8 weeks. They did play a lot and weren't focused on me and my house mate until I went to puppy school with them. The time spent with each on its own made the difference. They are both fully bonded with me.
These podcasts are gold. Love all the shares of personal experiences by the trainers and their own dogs. Unfortunately cannot hop over and rate it, but I would give it 10 of 5 stars. Thank you for creating this format. Have you thought of shorts with your trainers in action, too? Emphasis of certain points or subjects interspersed with your podcast?
I am loving these podcasts! The only things i notice are that numerous inside jokes/references make me disengage from the conversation because I don't know what's being referred to. Also, it would be nice with some more structure, maybe even marked in the podcast so you can know which parts really interest you. Either way I'm still enjoying these podcasts, it's an awesome way to get in your guys' headspace!
Loving these group sessions!! The discussion about fulfillment was very helpful information. My boyfriend and I adopted/rescued a Malinois from a local shelter. We live in an apartment and certain breeds are not allowed. Many of the dogs in the shelter were restricted breeds, but Belgian Malinois was one that was permitted. Fast forward 6 months later and our girl Luna is an amazing fit for us! She adapted so quickly and we’re so thankful that she fits in with our lifestyle, but I’m always looking for ways to make sure she’s fulfilled. Great suggestions!
This is the first podcast I've watched from you guys. It doesn't seem to get as much engagement as your "reactive/aggressive dog to neutral dog in 3 days" videos but all of you have really valuable information to add and I really appreciate you putting it out there.
When we got our first dog I wanted a dog for security and wanted a GSD. My husband is allergic to dogs so we needed something different. He searched family, small, hypoallergenic, easy to train, gets along with other dogs and kids. The search brought us to the Havanese breed and we have had two now. Talk about a different outcome. They are the perfect fit for our lifestyle and in hindsight I’m glad we didn’t get a GSD. They are badass and great security partners when well trained but wouldn’t have been a good fit for our young, busy and now traveling family. All dogs have traits to work through and all need training- we had to be diligent with potty training and they can be bossy if no boundaries but they’re so funny and great pets. Great conversation, I like the new format. What a strong team of trainers you have!
Had to laugh when Kyle said, "take it with a grain of salt," when the shelter guesses at the dog's breed/s. My friend runs a shelter and over the years has given me three unadoptables. The "Aussie Shepherd mix" turned out to be a Chow mix. The "Border Collie mix" turned out to be a Husky mix and the "Corgi/Lab" turned out to be an American Dingo. I don't think it's a coincidence that all three problem dogs turned out to be North Asian breeds. Take it with a bucket of salt.
I think too, often times with a rescue sometimes the shelter will tend to underplay traits or how the dog is, just to see it getting adopted. Where a dog maybe a much higher energy dog breed, that is acting less energetic due to being in a shelter and they downplay how energetic it may be after once it settles into a household for a few months. Often times I feel like it takes a bit for a dog to feel comfortable and you to actually see its personality after you get it home.
I adopted a "pit mix" where the parents were unknown. Turns out he has a lot of schnauzer, pit, blue healer, and german shepherd. He has a very strong schnauzer disposition and is very energetic and independent/willful. He's very sweet and gentle, but he can be challenging too.
Love listening to the podcast while driving. It is nice putting a face to the voice watching the RU-vid version. I have enjoyed getting to know the staff opinions and a different point of view.
Love you brought up Hounds! I have a 1 year old Redbone Coonhound and he's a great dog but his nose never stops going it's so crazy. I love him so much and have learned that I can tire him out more making him work with his nose then just taking him out on walks or runs. He loves to work with his nose.
We had a beagle and her nose was always to the ground. If she got a scent she was gone. I wish I knew then what I know now. She was a wonderful girl but SHE was definitely in charge for the 12yrs we had her. Lol
Loved this format and some great talking points covered. The conversation did get a little off track a few times but it is great to see your team and I feel like it lets us get to know them and their personalities. I loved the tip to foster first. I find you often need a few weeks minimum to really get to know a dog's true personality. Also the mental sometimes trumping physical. I always try to get dome good physical work in than do lots of mental. People always act like I'm crazy whe I say 30min of heeling will tire your dog out better than 2 hours hanging out in the yard. I work with a lot of huskies lol so they can do hours without being the least bit tired. You have to work the mental!
So true. You have to know something about their personality. Like people want a rescued sheltie. They are not always great with kids if they didn't grow up with kids. If they did they handle it well. But if they haven't they can be snappy with kids out of fear.
I have a czech shepard working line...ive had 3 german show line before. Out of all shes the best companion by far. Ive never problems with people chewing on furniture or attacking other dogs. She learns real fast. She was reactive on leash from excitement towards other dogs. Forrest mickie suggested even more training for compulsion and strict boundaries for basic commands. She responded immediately. A top breed imho..im 70 frail old lady.she is my constant companion...lots of working lots of exercise lots of love lots of strict boundaries❤
Great video. So many misconceptions about prong colar. I am in remission from stage 4 cancer and have a lot of permanent nerve damage in my core. I have a 7 year old great dane and the prong collar allows me to comfortably and safely walk my dog
To things: as we get older (over 60 now) it is harder to deal with giant breeds. I can still walk them and care for them, but when my Irish Wolfhound Male got sick suddenly, I discovered I cannot lift or even drag 180lbs to the truck, let alone into the truck. And he came from a home where one owner was now using a walker and posed a hazard to him because the dog was a 'leaner'. Good discussion, might note that most breed have breed-specific rescues. Most are VERY particular who gets a rescue hound, helping ensure that it is successful for both hound and new owner. Also there to help all the way through the life of them.
Enjoying this series. I have a 11mos Old English Bulldogge and we're having to go back to basics as I'm recovering from an Achilles injury. With me being injured last 2-3mos has caused him to (respectfully) sneak away and have a pee inside vs tell me to go out. I'm working from home so that also is adding to more opportunity for him to sneak away
We got our 1st GSB in August at 8weeks. We went back and got his brother and my puppy freaked out and bite his ears (no blood) for hours and I really do not think it would have stopped. My husband took his brother to work the next morning and the Breeder took him back. My puppy just wanted me his favorite person and don't think he wanted to share at all with his brother.
I think when looking for dog you have to be honest with yourself about what you're equipped to handle. Ive never really searched for a dog either my parents brought recuses home or we would save strays. I feel so lucky with the dog I've been blessed with I got him from an abusive neighbor who was dog fighting and breeding dogs in a harmful way and he came to me malnourished and sick and has turned around completely to be one if the best pets I've ever owned, he looks to be an AmStaff and I've always had a soft spot for pitties so far that's the breed of dog that I've meshed with the best from a young age personality wise. I've had him for 3 years he has a very low drive which was frustrating when I first got him but I've come to accept not all dogs want to be at a constant go and being someone with a physical disability that's very unstable and can get injured easily it's for the best, he's mostly low energy but can still trek a hike and play a bit of tug but if something is a bit too difficult like a Kong he'll opt for a nap instead. He's quiet, he's nit a licker, and can go on adventures but is okay staying home. On the other hand another dog that I believe came from the same neighbors how was definitely younger than my dog but far bigger looked to be an American Bull dog mix near 100 pounds or so came to me was the sweetest thing but had a lot of separation anxiety and could be very destructive If left alone, very powerful and strong and an escape artist similar to my dog. He was not a bad dog I did what I could to care for him but ultimately he was triggering a side of my dog I had never yet seen before and that wouldn't have been fair for my dog especially nit knowing if they might've fought each other in the past but the neighbors were definitely feeding this one yet neglecting his overall health and I knew with how destructive and anxious this dog was that I was not equipped to handle this one and commit to him long term. My pittie before current one looked to be an American bull dog as well but she was a shelter dog so there's no telling but again she just learned super quick would crawl in your lap as if she wasn't 80 pounds she had a bit more drive than my current dog and liked to be worked and would stand guard in front of you when stray dogs would run up to us never chasing after them or fighting but she was protective and listened to command even in a stressful situation of a dog attack from neighborhood dogs that handlers did not have control over. All of them were so different in personalities though. Observing your lifestyle, personality, and abilities or disabilities I think is really one of the most important things when choosing a dog or deciding to be a long term home for that dog because it Is a large commitment. It's so very hard to get housing because of the breed that i have but he chose me so I will fight tooth and nail for him but that's another thing, it's not just pitbull that are not allowed in many rentals and apartments, there are so many and that can potentially harm your ability to provide for yourself and your family. Breeds I know I'm probably not going to be compatible with are boxers I know from the few boxers we've fostered in the past that that I not a breed of dog I would want to have because I cannot handle the energy of a boxer, they were great dogs ours were very protective but not aggressive but man did he stand like a statue infront of me when he thought I was endangered but we couldn't meet he needs we were not equipped to be his forever home and that's okay! Also English bull dogs so much slobber and health issues I can't risk Small dogs the are very loud Large dogs that are very loud I'm looking at you huskies 😂 All breeds are great breeds, all dogs are great dogs but some may not be great for and we need to really be honest with ourselves.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. The only thing I pricked my ears up on (no I’m not a dog) 56.28 was Tom saying dogs….or did you mean animals in general were built to run. Dogs/Wolves in the wild run/sprint for the hunt but mostly they play (esp. puppies) and sleep. I think dogs would consider going for a walk/run is work. I absolutely love seeing owners actually playing with their dogs too (not talking on their phones in the park whilst dog doing it’s own thing).
Litter mate syndrome is also not isolated to just siblings, but any dogs within about 18 months of each other in age. I had a client that rescued a dog when her dog was 11 months. New dog was about 20 months. They bonded so well with each other, and ultimately her first dog began to hold her to a lower value than its new buddy. I met her nearly two years later, when all of a sudden the dogs then got in a scuffle over her attention. It then escalated to toys and food and ultimately separated inside the house. But she went nearly 2 years with no issues. It can manifest super early, it can be super minor, it can also surface 3 to 5 years later as well. Also common when one is tolerant of the other when it is young and doesn't know any better, and if not controlled the older one may feel the need to step in and control the energy, when the puppy matures it may eventually stand up for itself. Super important to almost treat them like two separate dogs. Giving separate training, attention and holding both dogs accountable so they know they have a confident leader and clear criteria. I've seen families have fantastic success, though it was a lot of work lol
Yup! I found that out - even with two separate people owning two separate dogs! My dog and my mother's dog are about 2 months apart from each other. My mum got hers from a breeder, then later I adopted a 4 month old puppy. You can really see how /skill/ in training is a huge part of it. While my dog matured and can live without the other dog, the other dog has SUCH a hard time - won't leave my dog alone, always biting onto her, always fighting for attention and getting WAY overstimulated.2 yrs later, she ended up with a really needy, non-confident dog with (unfortunately...) a bite history off the record, while the other is on the road of being a service dog in training.
I loved the conversation about pit-mixes and shelter dogs. My dog is a shelter dog, and I prepared for EVERYTHING. She was labelled as a lab/hound mix, and I basically treated her like she was going to be 100lbs. It was the safest and best thing to do. She turned out to be 30lbs (turned out, pitbull/chihuahua). I agree, that pit mixes (and mis-labelled bullies) are heavily dolled up. I /STILL/ see the mis-information of nanny-dogs spread around. I love my dog so much, I dress her up, we colour coordinate because I'm a lunatic- but I still have to keep in mind the genetics. The drive, the genetic animal-aggression, her strength, and how she handles fear, even though she's SO LITTLE. Pitbull advocacy is great, and I'm definitely the person who loves my "pibble", but the way that we do it I think needs to change in a way that we don't downplay the reality of it.
I Rescued a husky lab mix that was whining and chewing the chain link fence. He was there a month. I wanted to train him the Cesar way lol. That dog got me beer out of the fridge, picked up the ringing phone, and retrieved things off the floor for me. That boy was a bored intelligent animal and as the humane services lady said,"he was misunderstood"
Love you guys. I want to be like you some day. Hugs from México. I wish the dog culture here in Mexico improves a lot and fast, most owners and people who adopts are waiting for the dogs to behave and do everything just because, people here doesn't want to put effort, time or money in training their dogs.
Wonderfull episode, I have a question: What means to mentally stimulate a dog? Whats means to give a dog a job? Can you make a video with examples? Thanks folks
Also... and this is for anyone who is looking for an amazing mentally stimulating sport to do with your dog... especially if you live somewhere that is rainy or cold in the winter.... Washington state... nosework is amazing! I just added an intro to nosework class this year where I combined competition nosework/ scentwork skills with barn hunt, shed hunting, along with SAR tracking and medical alert detection. I did avalanche SAR with my dog years ago and have recently gotten into the medical and other sporting side of things... so I rolled it all into one super fun class to learn the basics of all of that scent detection with a ton of stimulating brain games and the dogs go bonkers for it! Amazing way to give a lot of those working and sport breeds that much needed mental exercise! Side note any dog can do it too. The dog that did the best and really took it seriously was a mini pit under 1year, and we had a Branco Italiano, chezch Shepherd, and labs in the class. So get out there and find some fun brain stuff for your dogs!
The 1:26:51 point about instant gratification VS hard work needed to get there, is the most dangerous thing when it come with adopting working breads such as Mals.
Great info. Along with littermate syndrome and being an only dog in the litter, there's also SSA - Same Sex Aggression. Most trainers don't usually even want to address dogs fighting in the same household, so thank you for addressing it. Different standards for each dog, crate and rotate, rules of the house. Have 2 brother male adult Dobes - diff litters years apart. We started with hound of the Baskervilles muzzles in order to get them in the same room together. Reinforcing the pecking order (everything happens first with the first dog that was in the household - from my experience anyway). Keeping a journal of when, why, what was around - triggers, etc. It's usually the more growly one that's actually the less confident dog - surprisingly. .Getting the dogs tested for a full thyroid panel if the aggression just started - (Dr. Jean Dodds and thyroid issues).
My experience with a male and female littermates great danes was wonderful. No fighting they were just as affectionate with us as each other and the separation anxiety would last about 5 minutes. I heard of people having problems but I had none. I also had zero chewing or destruction problems. So I believe if handled properly it can be fine. Oh and I don't over humanize my dogs and take offense. On a daily basis you work with people who don't know what they are doing with dogs and they have all kinds of problems but that isn't everyone
Treats are so important to we who loyally follow your channel. You say the packages, of the two treat manufacturers you use, are on the other side of the room…no one can stand up, walk across the room and bring back both bags to show us, your viewers, what they look like?
I used to be so guilty of being 'captain correct' and being to expectant of the behaviour from my dog. With my new puppy I'm all about paying them for their behaviour. 😂 ❤ thanks guys for awesome insight. Can you teach me how to stop my older dog being so grumpy to my new puppy. Old dog is now captain correct and won't give any leeway! X
Thank you for pointing out that you and your team are lifestyle dog trainers. I agree that the training you are doing is important for people who have pets. But, choosing the right pet can be hard if people do not ask questions of trainers or other dog professionals to assist them in finding the right dog for their own energy. Dog shelters to me are places where an experienced person, meaning someone who had success with their first dog, can go save a dog. They can teach the dog rules, boundaries and limitations. People do not learn what exactly a dog is, the history, and what a dog is communicating to them. Thank you for the video. May the Creator bless you, your family and your crew for all the positive efforts and knowledge on helping people with your free content on RU-vid and in the communities where you make your presence. Stay safe.
I have a calm, consistent energy but I like to do stuff. Some how I have a house full of three working line GSDs, a mal and a mal mix. One was a rescue mission and I’m holding her for a few days. The others welll, only one was meant to be a forever dog and here we are. I did not go out of my way to own these dogs. They became my calling. I wanted a chihuahua 🤣
I enjoyed the bantering convo, but it's too long for me to listen to the whole thing. I'd really appreciate it if there were time markers so I could access the subjects I'm particularly interested in hearing answers to.
Sister has a husky and doesn’t walk it and keeps it tied and when she feels bad for it she lets it lose but it always leave the yard at all Means .. your thoughts. She had been told husky’s always find a way to leave and so, to avoid it being picked up she keeps it in. Along tie out.. I’ve gone toning eh dog and she gets happy, but my sister ain’t a runner or a far distance runner her area is awful and no room in street to walk her dog. I was amazed when I actually had to try running it and walking it in that area .. awful conditions in the “Hood”
Some people assume that a dog will associate the absence of a correction with demonstrating the correct behavior. The hardest thing for people to grasp is “payment” I see this often with the handlers I train.
(These dogs are all Working English Cocker Spaniels) We had an accidental pregnancy with one of our old dogs because we got a puppy and didn't have him neutered yet and my parents didn't realise that such a young dog could reproduce (he was 11 months when the puppies were born) we kept 2 of them because they just didn't get picked and essentially spend every day together. However they both do not have any attachment issues to each other, they will still curl up in a bed together with their dad. We've never had any issues with them fighting, the most they ever do is that one of them (Wiggles) will get possessive / jealous and growl at the other (Flood). they do this thing sometimes where they stand really close next to each other (nose to tail) and kind of look like they have a stand off, so tails straight out, heads up with ears pricked. Good thing is that they will just walk away from each other and they have stable communications. However, Flood has some anxiety and tends to always carry something around and pace, he's very highly strung and a bit intense. Wiggles is very laid back and lazy, to the point where we practically have to force him to go outside to pee, because if not he will literally hold it until he's desperate. They're pretty interesting to see interact and socialise as a little groups. (we still have the dad 13yrs and two "puppies" 12yrs, their mum passed in 2016 and their dad has a tough time sleeping since ad will howl in his sleep)
Speaking from experience, I bet alot of people don't know what they are getting into when they get a dog. There should be some kind of PSA before getting a dog.
One comment about Pitbulls.. except for the odd exception, it’s not the Pitbull, it’s the people representing the dog at the animal shelter and the owning/handling the dogs. They are SUPER intelligent, going by our rescue and many like him and like any dog, they need exercise, obedience training because they are strong and lots of mental stimulation. It’s NOT the breed! NBDA member
Littermate syndrome is much more than just separation anxiety and fights. It actually makes the dogs incapable of ever forming a proper or normal bond with humans, with the dominant dog being worse in that regard. It also prevents the dogs from developing healthy coping mechanisms for stress, with the submissive dog being worse. Littermate syndrome can happen with dogs of different ages and breeds. I’ve even seen it where the younger dog becomes bonded with the older dog, but the older isn’t bonded with the younger. Their fights were particularly vicious. Basically, don’t ever get 2 immature dogs at the same time, especially young puppies and don’t let your immature dog spend too much time with any other dog.
Maybe there should be a level system for dogs for those people who don't have a clue. Level one dog could be the more laid back breeds up to level 10 or whatever like a malinois. Maybe that could help people choosing a dog and have a better understanding of the amount of work a particular breed would need.
You r my ULTIMATE Rockstar. MY boy is overstimulated yet controlled. Exactly as Kyle said. My boy is friking awesome. Plz have me on your show. Ivebeen begging Ceasar to take home for some time cuz I believe he is an ultimate dog. I know everyone believes they're dog is perfect. But mine is just that. He is amazing. Plz bring me on . Plz
Fantastic discussion about types of the same breed. I fell into the trap I'm believing I needed a schuetzen Doberman. 3000.00 later, dog import lines, so difficult.
Our puppy that we got at the shelter at 12 weeks was labled as just Mix Breed. No info on what mix she is, though our vet thanks she is a lab mix. Eventually I am going to get a DNA test to find out what she actually is for the benefit of training, and health. Though training is going well. (Got a puppy beause we have cats, and chickens, and we felt it best to get a younger dog to train them to leave the cats and brids alone.)
I have a 20 month old female purebred border collie and a purebred Burmilla cat which acts likes a dog, he’s 11. The cat and dog are always together and have bonded big time. If the dog goes away for the day the cat howls all day and looks for the dog. The dog also looks for the cat is he’s not around or sleeping under covers. Unfortunately my cat is ill and I worry what will happy to my bc when he does pass. Any advice? We do have another female cat but unfortunately the female cat (rescue stray) and female bc do not get alone.
I was dog walking my pack today off leash and I saw 2 puppies that I swear, if you had been with me Tom, you would have grabbed them and taken them away from the owners. They were both Malinois, about 4-6 months of age and I even think they were litter mates which I don't think is cool for a breeder to adopt out litter mates together? In any case, both dogs were yapping and barking excitedly off leash with the owners doing nothing but rewarding them by saying: "It's okay!" and laughing? I had my pack walk around them and try to ignore them but they tried to chase us until I turned around, "stood my ground" and gave them both the look that said I'm in charge whereupon they ran back to their owners. Every time I turned back to my pack, they came barking again until I would stop them once again with my "presence". All I could think about is that in 6 months to a year, these dogs will be in a shelter because they will have be that much older and have attacked either a child or another dog?! So frustrating to yet again see the wrong people with the wrong dog!
I love the gsd they are very easy to read and very willing to learn --just saying and also the Lancashire Heeler brilliant dog for traing also !!---just saying xxx
I love the "standard" talk, what I tell people is you can aim for the stars or you can aim at hovering over the ground, make up ur mind and hold it there or progress slowly!
When rescuing it is almost impossible to know what the breed actually is, even what it's energy level actually is. They often have little to know knowledge of the dog at all. Sometimes they do not even know how they are with other animals. I got a 1 yr shepherd mix for my old shepherd mix as a buddy. They are 2 totally different dogs. She is energy sometimes chill a lot content to hang wherever the human is and run around occasionally. The guy I got is insane energy level and has a bit of anxiety when I go to work. I have become a minimalist since adopting him, he just rips up everything (couch books electronics solar lights) I also had to extend my fence as my old girl could jump but did not he did several times in the first hour I brought him home. I have worked out some things that give him things to do while I am gone and we are getting better. Who needs a lot of stuff anyway :)
Greyhounds seem like such a fit for me but dog trainers always talk about how difficult hounds are to work with , do you think this can be over come with consistency?
Definitely agree when you get these mixed breeds that you don’t know what you’ll get. I DNA tested my Dachshund mix 50% dachshund 12.5% heeler it was an older wisdom panel test, and the rest of the percentage a few groups toy and terrier. She definitely is drivey from the heeler. She LOVES toys and rips up a toy that has a squeaker to kill the squeaker. She can fetch and catch a frisbee. She literally loses her shit with toys and also hogs them and hides them as well. So yes it’s a gamble with mixed breeds. Now the hounds I have 8. 2 beagles, 3 bassets, 1 bloodhound mix 25% blood, 25% treeing walker, 12.5% black and tan, 12.5% golden. She’s a water dog from the golden side she sees pond she will swim in it. And 1 full blood Treeing Walker. The treeing walker is the most intense high energy dog I have, more high energy than my GSD. I have trained all my dogs off - leash with Dogtra thanks to Tom. These Hounds are no joke and having multiple is even harder. The only reason we can manage 9 dogs in 1 house hold is we are a stay at home family due to my 75 year old dad who is a Vietnam veteran with Parkinson’s. I work part time in home health care staying home caring for my dad and doing online college with my 1st child on the way and my Bf works full time. I 100% Do Not Recommend getting multiple Hounds if you don’t know what you’re doing. All of our dogs except for 2 are from people who could not handle them. And my GSD was from a friend who never had a dog didn’t know what she was doing and this GSD puppy ended up neglected and with Reactivity. 5 months later she gave her to me. My GSD is the reason why I found Tom’s channel and without it she would have ended up becoming worse.
I'm only a half hour into the video but just because you asked... I'm not usually a podcast person but I've been watching these. I like them overall. So far this particular one has been my least favorite. Tom keeps getting interrupted, and what they're talking over him about isn't even on topic. I also really didn't like the pit bull "aside" (but did appreciate Tom circling back to address it a bit... which would've helped more if he hadn't been interrupted *again*). I'm not a fan of the whole "nanny dog" perfect family dog tropes, either... but literally the conversation went from how dogs are individuals within breeds to a These Aren't "Good" Dogs overgeneralization. I understand she was trying to say that the stereotyping and messaging had skewed too far the other way and people had unrealistic expectations... but that isn't how she came off and it was really offputting. As someone who fairly recently ended up with my first house hippo type, they can also have problems and the psycho energy in other situations and still play dress-up and snuggle and whatever. It doesn't have to be one or the other. Social media only ever focuses on the good side and there's a push to make sure viewers recognize that for people, no reason we can't also understand that about dogs. My hippo is a 55lb lapdog that I can pick up and arrange him however I want and wears a cute coat in the cold, but he also has a decent prey drive and came to me anxious as hell about eeeverything, which is why I started on your videos (which helped way more than the class we took). [edit] And Kyle kind of hit on this an hour later, which is nice. I think he's my favorite contributor in the videos. Even his asides tend to be of helpful information and not just talking to talk.
