Is Your Child Ready For A Puppy? | Uncle Stonnie's Pro Tips On How To Make That Decision
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Today Uncle Stonnie is answering the question, Is My Child Ready For Their Very Own Puppy? In this video we provide some awesome pro tips and strategies for helping families evaluate and prepare children for puppy raising responsibilities!
A key, and often overlooked, question in the dog and puppy training world is whether or not a family is actually ready to bring a puppy into their lives. Raising, training, and caring for a puppy is a very labor intensive process and all too often the labor ends up being distributed in a non equitable manner. When the labor isn't fairly allocated the main caregiver often gets overwhelmed and isn't able to care for the puppy in an appropriate manner. Puppies all too often end up being relegated to the back yard, crate, or basement which results in a whole host of future behavioral issues.
This video is intended to provide families with a simple set of principles that will help determine if, and when, it's the right time to welcome a new puppy into one's family!
We hope you guys enjoy!
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Uncle Stonnie you're the best dad in the world you give you're daughter a chance that no other parents don't give. And you make her responsible for her choice. This is life time lesson 🤠
My family always watches your videos. My 8 year old daughter taught our 1 year old Malinois how to sit pretty and take treats gently. My wife and I had trained him religiously from the day we got him but couldn’t get those two things. One day she surprised us with what she had been practicing. 😃 Now he is her shadow when we go out.
“Thank you daddy.” Was that the most precious thing ever? 🙌🏻
This is the best video!! My daughter didn’t want a dog but she did want a pet. So since we already had dogs she had to show she could care for them and then do research on the pet she wanted. Now she has a Pac-Man frog lol
Finally, after all these years we see the 'cameraman.' Just beautiful!
Even if your family can’t “own” a dog (e.g. lots of travel, someone with allergies, etc.) finding someone who needs help with their dog is the absolute best thing for everyone. Growing-up I had a “before and after school” dog that would come right to our door like clockwork. Though we didn’t “officially” own that dog, he was just as mine as the neighbor’s. 🥰
Forget rehab, I just need to watch Stonnie be a kind leader. Respect.
Stonnie-You are such a good dad. Making kids responsible for their dogs/pets is a great thing but it takes time, motivation, patience, and realizing that the parents will be doing A LOT to help that child. Great educational lesson for parents and prospective puppy owners!
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It is always obvious that you and the “camera man” are good parents! Your kids are so polite and adorable to boot!
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
I wish all parents were like you. You're a good father, teaching your kids valuable lessons and responsibility. Unfortunately most parents these days don't do that and just get whatever the kids wants. And like you said, the mom is the one having to take care of the dog since a lot of kids lose interest in their dog because the dog is either too much work or the kid would rather be doing something else. Kids, and a lot of adults, just want to take the dog off the shelf and put it back when they're done, and that's not how pet ownership works. Dogs are a lot of work, I wish more people realized that before getting a dog, especially a breed that is high drive, high energy, and high maintenance.
Could any little girl be more prepared for a puppy than Charlotte Dennis?
@Mitch_Ryder
3 жыл бұрын
I hope we get a new puppy development series on Charlotte’s training of the Jack Russell.
Little Miss Charlotte is a very good dog trainer.
Brilliant strategy for the "neighbor helping neighbor" with the dog responsibility. Indeed a win win. In fact, it is a great thing to do even without auditioning for getting a dog. As I live in a rural area, most dogs have plenty of outdoor area--a luxury compared to urban owners.
I love animals but grew up without any (because my parents were allergic and also did not like animals). Consequently, once I was an adult with my own home, I made up for my childhood, animal deficit. My kids each got a parakeet at age 5 and then many little parrots, fish and two dogs plus a number of foster dogs. And, yes, Stonnie, mom ends up taking care of the pets. I knew that and gladly took care of the menagerie.
"It'll die!" 🤣🤣🤣 Great video!
Nothing makes me as happy as watching an Uncle Stonnie video.
That play house is 100% more inviting then the house we grew up in (5 dirty kids 2 rooms) ````` so fun!v. thank you camera man and Mr.stonnie!
Nice job Charlotte! Good luck.
Charlotte I'm so excited for you! Even though you live surrounded by puppies and dogs getting one of your own is very special. Have fun you earned it!
Great video Stonnie! Congratulations to Charlotte on showing how responsible she will be when her new Jack Russell arrives. I think this is not only great information for parents deciding on getting the kids a dog, but really anyone deciding on adding a pet into their lives. Peace and Calm. 👍🏻😎🇨🇦
Much love! Good stuff, man!
Spot on! I see it happen to many times, parents get the dog without settling boundaries and the dog gets the short end of the stick.Thanks again for such great advice!
This was one of your best! You really deserve your beautiful family. Truth be told, I watch your videos primarily for life inspiration. Thanks!
@StonnieDennis
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 🤗
so fun!!!!
What an excellent video Stonnie. You and the Camerman are great parents.
Absolutely adorable....not you Stonnie but Charlotte and the JRT. Terrific job on the video. I need to go get ice cream .........
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Ha!
Congratulations Charlotte,I hope you have lots of fun with your new Jack Russell puppy.
Best video you have ever made Stonnie! Hands downn!!! Nice ride also🤙🏽
Great quality content and pretty footage! Love your car!
great leader and teacher, so lucky to have your videos
Super helpful video for the family! Will love to watch this new series with the older children in my household.
Wow nice car Stonnie! What a wonderful lifestyle, you are a great inspiration. God bless you and your beautiful family 🙏🏻
I love this channel.
My first dog literally followed me home and didn't leave, because I gave her all of her needs with a lesson here and there from my Mom. She spoke I did it lol.
That little black pup in the background is gorgeous. Stonnie, we need to see more Spaniels. I miss Floyd. He was awesome.
Yes!!
Hi Stonnie. Thank you for the great videos. They have helped make me a better dog owner. I purchased an 8 wk old yellow lab from a breeder a few days ago. It had a 1 inch healing laceration on its shoulder. The breeder told us he injured it when he got stuck under a fence. However, when I got the puppy home, and introduced it to my black lab (who just happened to be barking at something else) and Chihuaha, it howled, peed, and cowered in fear. It was obvious by it's reaction that the laceration was caused by a bite from another dog. Upon closer inspection, we found small round scabs near the laceration that were consistent with teeth marks. We gave it extra love, tried to make him feel safe, and reintroduced it to our dogs later. Now he and the black lab are best buddies and he loves "harassing" the Chihuaha by following him around. I'm worried about how he will react to meeting other dogs in the future. I don't want him to be fearful and defensive when he meets new dogs. I was wondering how you would mitigate a potential problem like this. Take care, and thanks again!
Another wonderful video. Great job! Every parent should watch this video and there would be less dogs ending up in shelters.
Aww so cute and great advice :-) good luck with you puppy and cant wait to see him or her :-) love Dee Wishies kytes mum
Stonnies the best.
Attagirl Charlotte !! More content, videos of her training her puppy, and learning the tricks of the trade from big brother and mom/dad. I bet that'll be one lucky puppy.
Beautiful property you have there Stonnie! Love your content.
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Works for adults who want to get their first dog too!
You seem to be an cool dad!
My 14 yr old Jack Russell has been the most amazing dog. He is everyone’s best buddy gets along with all dogs and appropriately alerts when necessary. He’s a bit obsessed with tennis balls and loves to swim which I can live with... sleeping on my pillow with his feet in my back I can not live with! 🤣🐶
Very Nice! ;~)
I know the video is sped up at the end but i couldn't help but scream "geeze stonnie slow down" Sick car man! And your videos are always pure gold. Thanks a ton, Mr Dennis. 🤓
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
LOL, yeah I was only going about 40…
AWESOKE VIDEO!!! I'm going to recommend it to my clients with kids. People don't realize how much work goes into training a dog. You go, Charlotte!! Great job🤗👌👍👏 If a person can't afford you, Stonnie, would Charlotte be available at a discounted rate, lol?? Soon enough she'll be getting full price!! And I'm sure she will be very well worth it. U think everyone here who has watched Charlotte grow up is very proud of her. It has truly become a family business
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
🥂Bimmer lookin Good!!!
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
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Nice little JRT, but Im partial to black labs.
Anyone have a good recommendation for a thin slip lead like Stonnie is using?
When I got my first dog as a child all my time was about him. My parents didn't have to remind me to feed, exercise, train, etc. I wanted to spend as much time as I could with him. BTW, Stonnie you would think you were from CA the way you rolled by that stop sign.
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Ha! Definitely not from Cali, but people from California are moving here in droves…housing is going crazy.
@compa4929
3 жыл бұрын
@@StonnieDennis I'm sure that doesn't make anyone there happy. Congrats on the new future puppy btw.
You must’ve had really good parents Stonnie!
@StonnieDennis
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, quite the opposite. That’s why being a good parent is so important to me!
Stonnie, need your help. How do I get my 4 month old lab to bring the bumper back to me. She always wants to do a victory lap. She retrieves well, sits, stays, heels, but I just can't break that victory lap or convince her to bring the bumper to me.
So can I send my grandson to you, Just to make sure he's really ready?
Charlotte has been a boss dog person ever since she walked that big ole kangel.
Do Henry and Mr. No Name remain in the kennel overnight with the other dogs? Are they allowed in your main residence? Charlotte is very fortunate to have a whole host of dogs around, and a mentor Dad and brothers to begin her adventure in responsible dog ownership.
Jack Russell not my choice for a kid, can be very snappy but when you have Stonnie as your Dad I guess that's not a problem! 😂 ❤
My mom had me write an essay and make a PowerPoint presentation before I could get a hamster
Exactly how we handled our 5 kids saying “I want a puppy, a kitten, a snake, etc.” All went well until they went off to college or got married...guess who got the dog, cat, snake, etc?
Stonnie, you need to train a dog for America's Top Dog and compete next season. Nothing would make your viewers happier than to see you go on, crush it and at the end look at the dog and say "You're a fine animal, I appreciate you." 😂
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Me and corporate media outlets are like oil and water…
Not to down play the awesome lessons Charlotte is being taught, but I wouldn't want to be that Jack Russel owner if I paid full beans 😅
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Why not? You think someone, somewhere, provides a better value than I provide?
@Amazing_missB
2 жыл бұрын
Just an anecdote- but our Springer/mix puppy was trained and raised by their whole family- especially their younger daughter. This pup is so tolerant of everything and loves children. Of course the parents took primary control of socializing the pups, but I do think the fact our dog was trained by a whole family has really helped in her development.
Stonnie how many dogs do and your family own?
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
LOL…too many
Kid or not. If you can fundamentally understand the concept empathy, discipline, and leadership, then I think you're on your way to being ready mentally. Motivation is not enough.
We should have young folks do this with dolls before they are allowed to have babies. Bob Jarrard in Nevada
Let the kid volunteer at a shelter for 6-12 months then revisit the issue.
@StonnieDennis
3 жыл бұрын
Why would anyone do that?
@ab935
3 жыл бұрын
@@StonnieDennis Lots of reasons. Kid quits nagging for pet...or maybe it back fires and they want to "rescue" them all. Volunteering is good on the resume and is the right thing to do. One of the nation's top holistic vets, Karen Becker, started out as a shelter volunteer. And they can see first hand why taking on a pet is a responsibility not to be taken lightly. I'm not a fan of shelters because most are just feel good pet shops, however some are legit. Your kids will probably take over the family business, most families don't have your situation.