We are have double ACL surgery on our goldendoodle in two weeks. Thanks for this video
@K9ofMine2 сағат бұрын
Good luck!
@professorhspsychology5017Күн бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your experience ❤❤
@K9ofMine23 сағат бұрын
Happy to help!
Күн бұрын
Not watching any videos with political ads.
@K9ofMineКүн бұрын
Not something I can control 🤷♀️
@InFeCtEdLoVeRz3 күн бұрын
how do you store this? like on the counter, the fridge, or the freezer how long will they last! I have yorkies and this is a lot! but they would love these
@K9ofMine3 күн бұрын
Fridge is probably best and would last a week or two. Freezer, probably longer! I would think of them as home made cookies in terms of to store them and how long they last.
@tm53464 күн бұрын
5mo he's so sweet! He enjoys car rides ,good Boy ! Like to please us for the most part clever indeed! I watch him watching me he knows exactly where I put snacks treats pizza gotta watch sneaky determined lol will remember and go get whatever he wants and help himself and go get ha I mean like he will get a whole bunch of clothing or towels! He has every toy that we could possibly think of he chooses to put them in a good spot & chew things clothing shoes towels! He's 5months he sit stays walks on leash great!Potty trained easily And he does the cutest little army crawl he can do it for a while it's so cute! Negative shedding chewing on everything but his personal amazing chew toys ! even though he is well groomed he still shed! Oh well can live that excellentwith 7 years old they love watching tv we like & he loves hide & seek! Also put treat under cups he find it every time not my first Gp he's white my favorite! Pretty much is zero colors except white on his face body ears even the tips white work in progress happy camper
@user-xm9jk4mc6x5 күн бұрын
I really appreciate it
@K9ofMine4 күн бұрын
Aw thanks
@lastniteintown7 күн бұрын
Oh the medication is for the dog... dammit!
@K9ofMine7 күн бұрын
That part is good advice for people too ;)
@mehugtree8 күн бұрын
I have a Beagle/Great Pyrenees mix and boy, is he stubborn. And vocal. AND sweet.
@K9ofMine7 күн бұрын
Sounds like a character!
@Aimee02069 күн бұрын
I just wanted to say thank you for showing the difference between Remi (apologies if I spelled that wrong :') ) on a 20ft line and a 50ft line. I was going to get my dogs a 10 metre (about 30ft) long line, but after seeing the difference I've decided to get a 15 metre (50ft) long line. It's only £10 difference between the two, so hopefully it'll be worth it :')
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful! It can definitely be tricky to know how the lengths will function IRL
@peterh825310 күн бұрын
I use a long leash with my young Kelpie and it works a treat. Mine is unusual in the sense that I attach it to a short length of chain connected to his collar. He's completely fine with it and happy to wear it even when I let him run around in off-leash areas. Doesn't bother him even chasing a ball. The chain and rope adds a bit of weight and that helps tire him and drag and also acts as a reminder that he's on a line and needs to listen and focus on me when asked. If he gets too far ahead, veers off in the wrong direction or starts moving faster than I'd like, then I simply use my foot as a gentle brake and my dog feels the weight of the chain increasing and natural halts before pulling the line tight. I also happen to live in a place with wide open areas, but where dogs must be kept on leashes at all times. This means even if I'm confident of perfect recall and off-leash walking, he's going to have to wear one for his whole life here, so the more freedom I can offer, the better for him.
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
Sounds like a great system. Long lines really are the best!
@meishkarose46310 күн бұрын
How do I teach my dog when it’s okay to play with other dogs? I worry he won’t know when we are at a dog park it’s okay or when a friend is over.
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
If your dog's reactivity can be classified as "frustrated greeter", which means they are friendly and like other dogs but go BESERK when they see one, you can actually use approaching the dog friend as a reward for staying calm. So, take some steps towards the other dog with your dog. If your dog loses it, take several steps back and ask for your dog to look at you and to stay calm. If your dog stays calm, you can take steps towards the dog. Rinse and repeat until your dog can stay chill enough to safely approach dog friends. If you're just concerned about the dog park or at home, I would say your dog can probably understand that being off leash means he is allowed to approach and play with other dogs. While being on leash means business!
@liveyouryoga11 күн бұрын
I like the way you wave the flirt pole. Another idea is zig zagging with pylon cones spaced far apart so that we both go through the agility course. It seems like it was a pretty decent play session in terms of length, even though you said it was so fast and too easy. I recognize that this was just praise for Remi though.
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
I like the cones idea, that sounds fun! Haha yes I do like to shower my guy with praise ;D
@liveyouryoga11 күн бұрын
With beagles, they are scent driven. I had to use high value food inside another object and then wrap the rope loosely so that the object would detach from the rope. If I happened to tie the rope too tightly on the object so it would not detach, that is when I use the words “drop it” so that I can help him.
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
That's a smart idea to use food to help get your pup interested in the lure! Did you find that after doing flirt pole for a while your beagle was interested enough to chase after it without a food lure inside? Or did you always have to continue to use food to keep him interested?
@liveyouryoga9 күн бұрын
@@K9ofMine I am a pet sitter actually. I do pet enrichment activities with 2 beagles and a bengal kitty. Yes, I use food in a lot of the games we play including food puzzles of all kinds, homemade with recyclable items and store bought. I found that when I purchased items the novelty wore off too quickly. The two beagles have impulse control. They just have to remember to use it 😂. They will sit and wait very well. The food reward is in the toy so no need to give additional for sitting and waiting.
@mhrgall11 күн бұрын
thanks so much!!
@elmagiza11 күн бұрын
thank you for the scientific work that you shared ! I need something similar for the shoes
@K9ofMine11 күн бұрын
Our pleasure!
@paulettaphillips365912 күн бұрын
I have two and both of mine have loved water. I have always been curious about their love for water. They will jump in any pool, lake or body of water they could find. I think they do it to cool off.
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
I bet it helps to cool off with all that fur!
@ThoseTwoServiceDogs13 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I actually thought making collars were gonna be more difficult! I’m expanding my business and starting to create collars soon! It was confusing in the beginning of the video, but rewatching it made more sense to me!
@Itsrayy217 күн бұрын
My dog is leash reactive when he sees other dogs and wildlife. He reacts the same way at home when he sees them on tv lunging pulling and barking. I trained him using this same method for 2 days in the house and he no longer does any of those things when he sees them on tv! But outside is a different story, it’s harder when he sees them in real life and smells them. Hoping to find a trainer to better guide us.
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
Hey congratulations, that is FANTASTIC progress! Smart idea using the TV too! Outdoors will definitely be more challenging than indoors and will probably take a bit more time -- dogs are so motivated by smell, and the outdoors has TONS more smells and scents to get distracted by. Keep up the great work!
@CASHSCOOKIES17 күн бұрын
I always love your tips 😊
@K9ofMine11 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!
@akeats417 күн бұрын
Be careful of holding the grinder too long in one spot, as it heats up and can hurt. Keep the grinder moving and lift up after a few seconds. This dog has short nails, so it may not seem obvious. But if you have a dog who has longer nails, don't go in there with a vengeance.
@K9ofMine16 күн бұрын
Nice advice, thanks for the tip!
@akeats418 күн бұрын
I adopted my first dog 6 weeks ago. She is six years old and a frustrated greeter. She is also still working out new home anxiety. I binge watched dog training videos and found some great tips, but nothing quite as realistic as yours. I so appreciate how you take us on a walk and point out what to look for and what to reward on a normal walk. It was truly information that I took on my walk today and I felt so empowered. We came across a dog doing it's business, and instead of gritting my teeth and hurrying around it, we stopped and I let her watch the dog. Then I would ask her to look at me and reward when she did. I increased the time between calling her, and if she didn't respond, I knew to back up a little. We were able to observe for about 5 minutes and then I could tell her spoons were depleting, so we headed home. I was so proud of her, and me. Your approach has also given me new insite on her behavior at home. I live in a townhome with sliding glass doors that face a common area and other backyards. Yelling at her to stop barking has been fruitless. Hahaha. Keeping her from enjoying the view has also been not an option. I can't prevent her from barking, but I can come to the door, stand with her, get her attention, reward, and then work on desensitizing her to the bunnies, squirrels, dogs, excercisers, etc. This feels so much more productive. I've been so afraid of accidently rewarding bad behavior, that I haven't set her up for "good enough" success. You also show it's ok to let her "dog", which is a piece I was missing from the other training videos. Your videos have really improved my relationship with my dog. I'm so grateful!
@K9ofMine9 күн бұрын
Your comment absolutely means the world to me -- I found it very moving. That's really what I am trying to have this channel be all about -- helping pet parents look at their dogs a bit differently and improve their relationship (especially with more challenging pups). As well as question some of the pre-conceived notions that we get caught up in with regards to what a "good dog" looks like vs a "bad dog". It sounds like you are already doing so well! I am glad you are proud of your dog's progress as well as your own, because you absolutely should be. Thanks again for commenting. Like I said, it means a lot. <3
@PandorasBox1119 күн бұрын
Thank you! 🐾🐾
@K9ofMine16 күн бұрын
You are welcome!
@johnw917722 күн бұрын
Live in the low desert where it was 119 today. Sept gets to 120+. Humidity isn’t a problem out here. I keep them out the heat, but when they do go outside cooling vest (and shoes) are a must!
@K9ofMine22 күн бұрын
They are lucky to have a caretaker who is looking out for them!
@jax426nd22 күн бұрын
I got my first Aussie as an impulse with very little research into what I was getting myself into. Now I wouldn't have any other breed!
@K9ofMine22 күн бұрын
Glad it worked out ;)
@PhilNo-kh8bb23 күн бұрын
I noticed Mudbay no longer sells Honest Kitchen in their stores. Anyone know why?
@K9ofMine23 күн бұрын
I’m afraid I don’t know, sorry!
@RosalieEscalante25 күн бұрын
I have my nieces and cousins come babysit my dogs at my home because I’m so scared of facilities.
@K9ofMine25 күн бұрын
I think that’s a great idea if your dog is comfortable with your nieces and cousins. Good thinking!
@StephanieAtkins-k4r26 күн бұрын
My Yorkie goes everywhere with me and if for some reason he can't come along I constantly feel like something is missing. He is the best and my life has forever changed because of him.
@K9ofMine26 күн бұрын
Aw he sounds like a lucky pup!
@lyric8006Ай бұрын
You are the most awesome mom to Remy❣️
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Aww thank you! Make sure you tell him that 🙄🤭
@lyric8006Ай бұрын
New subscriber here. So glad I found your channel. I adopted a rescue who I was told was a good walker. She gained 12 lbs (she had been underweight) & now is a large 67 lb dog. She is very reactive to anything moving on walks. She has dragged me down the street a number of times. Funny thing is that she does well in dog parks. I’ve given up on walking her because I’ve come so close to serious injury. I’m a small 68 yo &, live alone & isolated. I can see belatedly I should have rescued a much smaller dog. The past 9 months with her have been very stressful. I’m thankful we can do the dog parks for exercise & socialization. I could not find your video about your struggles with Remy mentioned in above comment. Can you direct me? ❤
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
It sounds like she’s leash reactive only - plenty of dogs are like that (fine off leash but reactive on leash, usually due to excitement and frustration to get closer to other dogs) That must be hard and scary ending up with a bigger dog than you can safely handle! If the dog hasn’t had a bite history she might be re-homable (if that’s something you have to consider). I’m also generally against prong collars but for safety safe it might be worth considering for yourself. Does she pull all the time or just when seeing triggers / other dogs? There are also some harnesses like the 2Hounds Freedom Harness or the Gentle Leader face harness that might help you maintain control safely. But, if skipping walks and just doing the dog park works for you both, I think that’s a great solution too! You might also want to consider setting up play dates with certain dogs from the dog park your dog likes. You could even do a SniffSpot together (where people rent out their yards for dogs to use at $5 per hr. Some are really nice!). I only suggest this because dog parks can be a mixed bag. You might eventually get some unsafe dogs. But like I said, if it hasn’t been an issue yet maybe you’ll be OK. Thank you for taking a chance on this girl! It sounds like it has not always been easy. She is lucky to have you! If you want to see the full journey I’ve been on w the Remster, this is the video that explains our whole journey: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIuZ1siwh6qzhZc.html Thanks for stopping by and for the kind words!
@Agility4uАй бұрын
Love this and Will be making several!!!!thanks!!
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Have fun!
@zsazsak879Ай бұрын
Part 2 please
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Ask and you shall receive!
@JillHowlАй бұрын
Thank you for this great video and I love the tips at the end, so good to hear.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@juanitarosette3918Ай бұрын
Thanks so much for your truly helpful video, especially the part on sympathizing with the emotional aspects of having a "spicy" dog 😡 🤯 😢 . Would definitely love more! 🙏
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Having a spicy pup is truly a calling 🤭 Glad you liked it, I’ll definitely put round 2 in my filming queue!
@user-dr3ol9de5oАй бұрын
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@aviolentpurple9925Ай бұрын
Wow this is full of great ideas! Thanks 😊
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
You're so welcome!
@Greywulff58Ай бұрын
Thank you for this channel. I have watched probably 100 different dog trainers on KZread and your channel is absolutely the best for learning how to deal with a reactive dog. I literally cried when I watched your video about Remy and how difficult he was and how you found yourself hating him. I was hating my highly reactive rescue dog at the time (she had put me in urgent care with cracked ribs and a mild concussion due to her reactivity on a walk) and I was feeling like a terrible person because I was seriously considering rehoming her. It was so helpful to see your experience and have some validation for my feelings. The trainer we finally found made a very helpful suggestion: stop walking your dog for a while. Because of where we live and the number of dogs, it was nearly impossible to walk her without encountering another dog(s) in way that made her go over her threshold. Since then, I have exercised her in our yard and taken her to Sniffspots where there are no other dogs seen or heard so she can get additional exercise. Now that she rarely goes over threshold, she is generally calmer, happier and learns better. I have been able to bond with her and appreciate her many awesome qualities. We have started working on BAT training and will see how it goes. She is not going to be rehomed. Thank you. As an aside, re: your recommendation to see a veterinary behaviorist; I live in a major urban center (Seattle) and the closest certified veterinary behaviorist is 150 miles away in another state. When I inquired, he had a six month waiting list for new clients. It’s pretty much impossible to find one.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Wow, thank you so much for the endorsement, it really means a lot! Sometimes it's scary to admit to people how negative my feelings were towards Remy at first. But I know I am not the only one, and I want people to know they are not alone in experiencing those shadow thoughts! I'm really glad you found a supportive trainer who offered helpful advice. Walks were a really, really stressful part of my early time with Remy, and I wish someone had told me that! I kept thinking if I walked him MORE his behavior would get better at home, but honestly I think the walks were so overstimulating for him that he would get worse. But again, I was always told dogs need MORE EXERCISE, so I would walk him even more haha. It sounds like you have put in a TON of great work in and she is doing better all the time. Congrats! You should be really proud of that progress. She is so lucky to have you in her corner! Ugh that really sucks about the veterinary behaviorist. The waiting lists around here are really long too. I wish there was some kind of certification normal vets could get that would just allow them to understand reactive dogs a bit better. Traditional vets have so much physical knowledge and can prescribe meds, but they often really don't understand the behavior side at all. Such a shame! Thanks again for the kind words and CONGRATS on all your success with your fur kiddo <3
@OliviaPotter-dx7omАй бұрын
My 1 year old dog taz got knee surgery and one of my friends gave him food btw he just got this done and this is not good and he can die now
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Oh no! I'm so sorry for poor Taz, that sounds terrible!
@KatieB33Ай бұрын
My issue is, he is a lunger and barker, his harness slides off when he pulls because his hair is so smooth, and he’s not treat oriented when he’s anxious. After seeing a vet specialist and a behaviouralist. It turns out he has loose joints (EDS) and above normal anxiety. (backyard breeding) What has helped is throwing the treats on the ground, heads down not seeing people or other dogs (big difference) because he always spat them out. I put a dog car seat back in my car for him because car seats are smooth and curved and it was putting pressure on his joints to balance. I call him 10kg of hard work. 😂 Maltese shitzu poodle.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Ugh I'm sorry, that sounds really stressful! Could you try tightening the harness? Maybe it's too loose. I also know there are some good "escape proof" harnesses out there. www.k9ofmine.com/best-escape-proof-dog-harnesses/ Most of them have an extra belly band to prevent sliding out. I'd also recommend checking out the 2Hounds Freedom Harness -- it has a gentle cinching mechanism that prevent your dog from backing out of it, and it also has a dual leash system so that you can attach to the front AND back clip, giving you more control. Poor baby. It sounds like you are doing a lot to help him and are doing a lot to keep him calm and comfortable. He is lucky to have you!
@Dadzawa_Sensei_EriАй бұрын
Totally agree❤
@jeffgow9203Ай бұрын
What if you just poured water on the dog? Vs the Vest.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
That would work too - it just wouldn’t be as efficient and then you’d have a soaking wet dog
@nancybertin3292Ай бұрын
My last baby was a toy and lived to be 18. She was a Party Poodle. This means her Apricot coat had a white chest. She was beautiful. For some reason she never barked. I’m on my 9th poodle and wouldn’t have any other bread.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Glad to hear from a Poodle fan!
@kaylarose8366Ай бұрын
I babysit my friends Great Pyrenees all of the time! Big Beautiful loving girl. ❤
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
They are gorgeous
@thelastminmom5251Ай бұрын
My dog doesn’t really love eating the dehydrated food that looks like oatmeal or soup. He’s a GSD. My old 20 year old Jack Russel loved Spot Farms dehydrated food though. She had very little teeth left, and it suited her. Spot Farms is also human grade dehydrated food like this.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Good to know that Spot Farms is another option!
@user-ol9dq5fj1bАй бұрын
Puppy nightmare. 5 months now, a BIG boy . Smart and stubborn is sure right. Such a lover tho. 60 pounds at the moment wants to be on my lap 24-7. Welcome member of the family.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Aww gotta love those giant lap dogs!
@ArgentoFanАй бұрын
This is the best video I've watched about reactivity. My only problem is my dog isn't treat or toy motivated. I'm really stumped about how to distract her.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! Is she this way in the home too? If she responds well to food or toys in the home, you may just need more distance from the trigger outdoors - or something higher value. Have you tried some higher value treats like chicken? Freeze dried treats or cheese tend to be motivating too!
@thelastminmom5251Ай бұрын
Good for an older small dog, who is missing teeth.
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Good call!
@yesim3219Ай бұрын
I have a reactive miniature poodle dog. He is 3 years old and not neutered. He is very smart and adaptable. However, when guests come to the house, he barks a lot, or when someone leaves the room, he jumps on them, sticks to their clothes, and tries to stop them. He only does this when I am in the room. Besides, he does not act like this towards other people or dogs on the street. I have done a lot of reading and watched videos. What most of them suggest seems to be punishment-focused, correcting with a leash seemed a bit logical, but it didn't work for us, he became even more stressed. I try to attract his attention with a reward as soon as he does this behavior, but he doesn't focus on me. Normally, he always looks into my eyes. How can I solve this problem?😢
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
That does sound frustrating! I think it was smart to not continue with the punishment route, as it often does increase stress and if your pup is uncomfortable with guests there, adding more fear and stress will only exacerbate his discomfort. It’s hard to say for sure what is going on - it could be that he is resource guarding you, but if they are leaving the room and he does this, resource guarding doesn’t really make sense. It could be that he is struggling with general arousal and excitement, and it just struggling to remain calm. It sounds like the motion he is making could be humping, which is often related to stress/excitement. There are a few things you could try. First, you could consider giving him a frozen food item or puzzle when guests come over. This is what I do with my own dog who has stranger danger - I just hand him a frozen KONG or licking mat and it allows him to remain calm and split some of that focus and energy away from guests and onto the food item. Another option would be to crate him or gate him off in a different room when guests are over. This will stop him from practicing the undesired behavior as well as give him a safe space away from guests, in the event that he is uncomfortable being around guests. You could also combine those two options - crate/gate and frozen food item, which is what I would suggest! Over time your dog will learn to associate guests with relaxing fun frozen food time, and you can build on those good experiences. Eventually I’d say you can give him breaks away from the gated room or crate to spend time with guests. I’d just start with a few minutes, keep it short and positive, and then have him return to his safe space. I hope that helps! If this doesn’t work out for you, I’d suggest consulting with a certified LIMA dog trainer who doesn’t use aversives. They may be able to offer additional guidance. Best of luck!
@yesim3219Ай бұрын
@@K9ofMine Thank you so much for your answer🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. I will definitely apply your suggestions. I hope it works. I will definitely inform you about the result🌸.
@lotus746Ай бұрын
Can you do a video on superexcited dog when we are about to go out for a walk
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
I’ll put it in my queue!
@marycabello6900Ай бұрын
How do you store them
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
Just in a sealed container should be fine for a few days. Sealed in the fridge would be better and probably allow then to last 1-2 weeks.
@vijianand4354Ай бұрын
Hi How did remy do post op nights for the first week ,did you happen to spend nights with cone on his head cause they don’t want him to get to his wounds and I do have a long road a head we have both the knees one after another. It’s very pain to think about this whole procedure I want to put this behind. Soon as possible. Any suggestions is helpful. Thank you for the honest video ❤
@K9ofMineАй бұрын
I just wrapped a blanket around his bottom half and he didn’t seem inclined to mess w it too much so I didn’t end up needing to use a cone.
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We are have double ACL surgery on our goldendoodle in two weeks. Thanks for this video
Good luck!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience ❤❤
Happy to help!
Not watching any videos with political ads.
Not something I can control 🤷♀️
how do you store this? like on the counter, the fridge, or the freezer how long will they last! I have yorkies and this is a lot! but they would love these
Fridge is probably best and would last a week or two. Freezer, probably longer! I would think of them as home made cookies in terms of to store them and how long they last.
5mo he's so sweet! He enjoys car rides ,good Boy ! Like to please us for the most part clever indeed! I watch him watching me he knows exactly where I put snacks treats pizza gotta watch sneaky determined lol will remember and go get whatever he wants and help himself and go get ha I mean like he will get a whole bunch of clothing or towels! He has every toy that we could possibly think of he chooses to put them in a good spot & chew things clothing shoes towels! He's 5months he sit stays walks on leash great!Potty trained easily And he does the cutest little army crawl he can do it for a while it's so cute! Negative shedding chewing on everything but his personal amazing chew toys ! even though he is well groomed he still shed! Oh well can live that excellentwith 7 years old they love watching tv we like & he loves hide & seek! Also put treat under cups he find it every time not my first Gp he's white my favorite! Pretty much is zero colors except white on his face body ears even the tips white work in progress happy camper
I really appreciate it
Aw thanks
Oh the medication is for the dog... dammit!
That part is good advice for people too ;)
I have a Beagle/Great Pyrenees mix and boy, is he stubborn. And vocal. AND sweet.
Sounds like a character!
I just wanted to say thank you for showing the difference between Remi (apologies if I spelled that wrong :') ) on a 20ft line and a 50ft line. I was going to get my dogs a 10 metre (about 30ft) long line, but after seeing the difference I've decided to get a 15 metre (50ft) long line. It's only £10 difference between the two, so hopefully it'll be worth it :')
Glad it was helpful! It can definitely be tricky to know how the lengths will function IRL
I use a long leash with my young Kelpie and it works a treat. Mine is unusual in the sense that I attach it to a short length of chain connected to his collar. He's completely fine with it and happy to wear it even when I let him run around in off-leash areas. Doesn't bother him even chasing a ball. The chain and rope adds a bit of weight and that helps tire him and drag and also acts as a reminder that he's on a line and needs to listen and focus on me when asked. If he gets too far ahead, veers off in the wrong direction or starts moving faster than I'd like, then I simply use my foot as a gentle brake and my dog feels the weight of the chain increasing and natural halts before pulling the line tight. I also happen to live in a place with wide open areas, but where dogs must be kept on leashes at all times. This means even if I'm confident of perfect recall and off-leash walking, he's going to have to wear one for his whole life here, so the more freedom I can offer, the better for him.
Sounds like a great system. Long lines really are the best!
How do I teach my dog when it’s okay to play with other dogs? I worry he won’t know when we are at a dog park it’s okay or when a friend is over.
If your dog's reactivity can be classified as "frustrated greeter", which means they are friendly and like other dogs but go BESERK when they see one, you can actually use approaching the dog friend as a reward for staying calm. So, take some steps towards the other dog with your dog. If your dog loses it, take several steps back and ask for your dog to look at you and to stay calm. If your dog stays calm, you can take steps towards the dog. Rinse and repeat until your dog can stay chill enough to safely approach dog friends. If you're just concerned about the dog park or at home, I would say your dog can probably understand that being off leash means he is allowed to approach and play with other dogs. While being on leash means business!
I like the way you wave the flirt pole. Another idea is zig zagging with pylon cones spaced far apart so that we both go through the agility course. It seems like it was a pretty decent play session in terms of length, even though you said it was so fast and too easy. I recognize that this was just praise for Remi though.
I like the cones idea, that sounds fun! Haha yes I do like to shower my guy with praise ;D
With beagles, they are scent driven. I had to use high value food inside another object and then wrap the rope loosely so that the object would detach from the rope. If I happened to tie the rope too tightly on the object so it would not detach, that is when I use the words “drop it” so that I can help him.
That's a smart idea to use food to help get your pup interested in the lure! Did you find that after doing flirt pole for a while your beagle was interested enough to chase after it without a food lure inside? Or did you always have to continue to use food to keep him interested?
@@K9ofMine I am a pet sitter actually. I do pet enrichment activities with 2 beagles and a bengal kitty. Yes, I use food in a lot of the games we play including food puzzles of all kinds, homemade with recyclable items and store bought. I found that when I purchased items the novelty wore off too quickly. The two beagles have impulse control. They just have to remember to use it 😂. They will sit and wait very well. The food reward is in the toy so no need to give additional for sitting and waiting.
thanks so much!!
thank you for the scientific work that you shared ! I need something similar for the shoes
Our pleasure!
I have two and both of mine have loved water. I have always been curious about their love for water. They will jump in any pool, lake or body of water they could find. I think they do it to cool off.
I bet it helps to cool off with all that fur!
Thank you so much! I actually thought making collars were gonna be more difficult! I’m expanding my business and starting to create collars soon! It was confusing in the beginning of the video, but rewatching it made more sense to me!
My dog is leash reactive when he sees other dogs and wildlife. He reacts the same way at home when he sees them on tv lunging pulling and barking. I trained him using this same method for 2 days in the house and he no longer does any of those things when he sees them on tv! But outside is a different story, it’s harder when he sees them in real life and smells them. Hoping to find a trainer to better guide us.
Hey congratulations, that is FANTASTIC progress! Smart idea using the TV too! Outdoors will definitely be more challenging than indoors and will probably take a bit more time -- dogs are so motivated by smell, and the outdoors has TONS more smells and scents to get distracted by. Keep up the great work!
I always love your tips 😊
Thanks so much!
Be careful of holding the grinder too long in one spot, as it heats up and can hurt. Keep the grinder moving and lift up after a few seconds. This dog has short nails, so it may not seem obvious. But if you have a dog who has longer nails, don't go in there with a vengeance.
Nice advice, thanks for the tip!
I adopted my first dog 6 weeks ago. She is six years old and a frustrated greeter. She is also still working out new home anxiety. I binge watched dog training videos and found some great tips, but nothing quite as realistic as yours. I so appreciate how you take us on a walk and point out what to look for and what to reward on a normal walk. It was truly information that I took on my walk today and I felt so empowered. We came across a dog doing it's business, and instead of gritting my teeth and hurrying around it, we stopped and I let her watch the dog. Then I would ask her to look at me and reward when she did. I increased the time between calling her, and if she didn't respond, I knew to back up a little. We were able to observe for about 5 minutes and then I could tell her spoons were depleting, so we headed home. I was so proud of her, and me. Your approach has also given me new insite on her behavior at home. I live in a townhome with sliding glass doors that face a common area and other backyards. Yelling at her to stop barking has been fruitless. Hahaha. Keeping her from enjoying the view has also been not an option. I can't prevent her from barking, but I can come to the door, stand with her, get her attention, reward, and then work on desensitizing her to the bunnies, squirrels, dogs, excercisers, etc. This feels so much more productive. I've been so afraid of accidently rewarding bad behavior, that I haven't set her up for "good enough" success. You also show it's ok to let her "dog", which is a piece I was missing from the other training videos. Your videos have really improved my relationship with my dog. I'm so grateful!
Your comment absolutely means the world to me -- I found it very moving. That's really what I am trying to have this channel be all about -- helping pet parents look at their dogs a bit differently and improve their relationship (especially with more challenging pups). As well as question some of the pre-conceived notions that we get caught up in with regards to what a "good dog" looks like vs a "bad dog". It sounds like you are already doing so well! I am glad you are proud of your dog's progress as well as your own, because you absolutely should be. Thanks again for commenting. Like I said, it means a lot. <3
Thank you! 🐾🐾
You are welcome!
Live in the low desert where it was 119 today. Sept gets to 120+. Humidity isn’t a problem out here. I keep them out the heat, but when they do go outside cooling vest (and shoes) are a must!
They are lucky to have a caretaker who is looking out for them!
I got my first Aussie as an impulse with very little research into what I was getting myself into. Now I wouldn't have any other breed!
Glad it worked out ;)
I noticed Mudbay no longer sells Honest Kitchen in their stores. Anyone know why?
I’m afraid I don’t know, sorry!
I have my nieces and cousins come babysit my dogs at my home because I’m so scared of facilities.
I think that’s a great idea if your dog is comfortable with your nieces and cousins. Good thinking!
My Yorkie goes everywhere with me and if for some reason he can't come along I constantly feel like something is missing. He is the best and my life has forever changed because of him.
Aw he sounds like a lucky pup!
You are the most awesome mom to Remy❣️
Aww thank you! Make sure you tell him that 🙄🤭
New subscriber here. So glad I found your channel. I adopted a rescue who I was told was a good walker. She gained 12 lbs (she had been underweight) & now is a large 67 lb dog. She is very reactive to anything moving on walks. She has dragged me down the street a number of times. Funny thing is that she does well in dog parks. I’ve given up on walking her because I’ve come so close to serious injury. I’m a small 68 yo &, live alone & isolated. I can see belatedly I should have rescued a much smaller dog. The past 9 months with her have been very stressful. I’m thankful we can do the dog parks for exercise & socialization. I could not find your video about your struggles with Remy mentioned in above comment. Can you direct me? ❤
It sounds like she’s leash reactive only - plenty of dogs are like that (fine off leash but reactive on leash, usually due to excitement and frustration to get closer to other dogs) That must be hard and scary ending up with a bigger dog than you can safely handle! If the dog hasn’t had a bite history she might be re-homable (if that’s something you have to consider). I’m also generally against prong collars but for safety safe it might be worth considering for yourself. Does she pull all the time or just when seeing triggers / other dogs? There are also some harnesses like the 2Hounds Freedom Harness or the Gentle Leader face harness that might help you maintain control safely. But, if skipping walks and just doing the dog park works for you both, I think that’s a great solution too! You might also want to consider setting up play dates with certain dogs from the dog park your dog likes. You could even do a SniffSpot together (where people rent out their yards for dogs to use at $5 per hr. Some are really nice!). I only suggest this because dog parks can be a mixed bag. You might eventually get some unsafe dogs. But like I said, if it hasn’t been an issue yet maybe you’ll be OK. Thank you for taking a chance on this girl! It sounds like it has not always been easy. She is lucky to have you! If you want to see the full journey I’ve been on w the Remster, this is the video that explains our whole journey: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIuZ1siwh6qzhZc.html Thanks for stopping by and for the kind words!
Love this and Will be making several!!!!thanks!!
Have fun!
Part 2 please
Ask and you shall receive!
Thank you for this great video and I love the tips at the end, so good to hear.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks so much for your truly helpful video, especially the part on sympathizing with the emotional aspects of having a "spicy" dog 😡 🤯 😢 . Would definitely love more! 🙏
Having a spicy pup is truly a calling 🤭 Glad you liked it, I’ll definitely put round 2 in my filming queue!
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Wow this is full of great ideas! Thanks 😊
You're so welcome!
Thank you for this channel. I have watched probably 100 different dog trainers on KZread and your channel is absolutely the best for learning how to deal with a reactive dog. I literally cried when I watched your video about Remy and how difficult he was and how you found yourself hating him. I was hating my highly reactive rescue dog at the time (she had put me in urgent care with cracked ribs and a mild concussion due to her reactivity on a walk) and I was feeling like a terrible person because I was seriously considering rehoming her. It was so helpful to see your experience and have some validation for my feelings. The trainer we finally found made a very helpful suggestion: stop walking your dog for a while. Because of where we live and the number of dogs, it was nearly impossible to walk her without encountering another dog(s) in way that made her go over her threshold. Since then, I have exercised her in our yard and taken her to Sniffspots where there are no other dogs seen or heard so she can get additional exercise. Now that she rarely goes over threshold, she is generally calmer, happier and learns better. I have been able to bond with her and appreciate her many awesome qualities. We have started working on BAT training and will see how it goes. She is not going to be rehomed. Thank you. As an aside, re: your recommendation to see a veterinary behaviorist; I live in a major urban center (Seattle) and the closest certified veterinary behaviorist is 150 miles away in another state. When I inquired, he had a six month waiting list for new clients. It’s pretty much impossible to find one.
Wow, thank you so much for the endorsement, it really means a lot! Sometimes it's scary to admit to people how negative my feelings were towards Remy at first. But I know I am not the only one, and I want people to know they are not alone in experiencing those shadow thoughts! I'm really glad you found a supportive trainer who offered helpful advice. Walks were a really, really stressful part of my early time with Remy, and I wish someone had told me that! I kept thinking if I walked him MORE his behavior would get better at home, but honestly I think the walks were so overstimulating for him that he would get worse. But again, I was always told dogs need MORE EXERCISE, so I would walk him even more haha. It sounds like you have put in a TON of great work in and she is doing better all the time. Congrats! You should be really proud of that progress. She is so lucky to have you in her corner! Ugh that really sucks about the veterinary behaviorist. The waiting lists around here are really long too. I wish there was some kind of certification normal vets could get that would just allow them to understand reactive dogs a bit better. Traditional vets have so much physical knowledge and can prescribe meds, but they often really don't understand the behavior side at all. Such a shame! Thanks again for the kind words and CONGRATS on all your success with your fur kiddo <3
My 1 year old dog taz got knee surgery and one of my friends gave him food btw he just got this done and this is not good and he can die now
Oh no! I'm so sorry for poor Taz, that sounds terrible!
My issue is, he is a lunger and barker, his harness slides off when he pulls because his hair is so smooth, and he’s not treat oriented when he’s anxious. After seeing a vet specialist and a behaviouralist. It turns out he has loose joints (EDS) and above normal anxiety. (backyard breeding) What has helped is throwing the treats on the ground, heads down not seeing people or other dogs (big difference) because he always spat them out. I put a dog car seat back in my car for him because car seats are smooth and curved and it was putting pressure on his joints to balance. I call him 10kg of hard work. 😂 Maltese shitzu poodle.
Ugh I'm sorry, that sounds really stressful! Could you try tightening the harness? Maybe it's too loose. I also know there are some good "escape proof" harnesses out there. www.k9ofmine.com/best-escape-proof-dog-harnesses/ Most of them have an extra belly band to prevent sliding out. I'd also recommend checking out the 2Hounds Freedom Harness -- it has a gentle cinching mechanism that prevent your dog from backing out of it, and it also has a dual leash system so that you can attach to the front AND back clip, giving you more control. Poor baby. It sounds like you are doing a lot to help him and are doing a lot to keep him calm and comfortable. He is lucky to have you!
Totally agree❤
What if you just poured water on the dog? Vs the Vest.
That would work too - it just wouldn’t be as efficient and then you’d have a soaking wet dog
My last baby was a toy and lived to be 18. She was a Party Poodle. This means her Apricot coat had a white chest. She was beautiful. For some reason she never barked. I’m on my 9th poodle and wouldn’t have any other bread.
Glad to hear from a Poodle fan!
I babysit my friends Great Pyrenees all of the time! Big Beautiful loving girl. ❤
They are gorgeous
My dog doesn’t really love eating the dehydrated food that looks like oatmeal or soup. He’s a GSD. My old 20 year old Jack Russel loved Spot Farms dehydrated food though. She had very little teeth left, and it suited her. Spot Farms is also human grade dehydrated food like this.
Good to know that Spot Farms is another option!
Puppy nightmare. 5 months now, a BIG boy . Smart and stubborn is sure right. Such a lover tho. 60 pounds at the moment wants to be on my lap 24-7. Welcome member of the family.
Aww gotta love those giant lap dogs!
This is the best video I've watched about reactivity. My only problem is my dog isn't treat or toy motivated. I'm really stumped about how to distract her.
Thank you so much for the kind words! Is she this way in the home too? If she responds well to food or toys in the home, you may just need more distance from the trigger outdoors - or something higher value. Have you tried some higher value treats like chicken? Freeze dried treats or cheese tend to be motivating too!
Good for an older small dog, who is missing teeth.
Good call!
I have a reactive miniature poodle dog. He is 3 years old and not neutered. He is very smart and adaptable. However, when guests come to the house, he barks a lot, or when someone leaves the room, he jumps on them, sticks to their clothes, and tries to stop them. He only does this when I am in the room. Besides, he does not act like this towards other people or dogs on the street. I have done a lot of reading and watched videos. What most of them suggest seems to be punishment-focused, correcting with a leash seemed a bit logical, but it didn't work for us, he became even more stressed. I try to attract his attention with a reward as soon as he does this behavior, but he doesn't focus on me. Normally, he always looks into my eyes. How can I solve this problem?😢
That does sound frustrating! I think it was smart to not continue with the punishment route, as it often does increase stress and if your pup is uncomfortable with guests there, adding more fear and stress will only exacerbate his discomfort. It’s hard to say for sure what is going on - it could be that he is resource guarding you, but if they are leaving the room and he does this, resource guarding doesn’t really make sense. It could be that he is struggling with general arousal and excitement, and it just struggling to remain calm. It sounds like the motion he is making could be humping, which is often related to stress/excitement. There are a few things you could try. First, you could consider giving him a frozen food item or puzzle when guests come over. This is what I do with my own dog who has stranger danger - I just hand him a frozen KONG or licking mat and it allows him to remain calm and split some of that focus and energy away from guests and onto the food item. Another option would be to crate him or gate him off in a different room when guests are over. This will stop him from practicing the undesired behavior as well as give him a safe space away from guests, in the event that he is uncomfortable being around guests. You could also combine those two options - crate/gate and frozen food item, which is what I would suggest! Over time your dog will learn to associate guests with relaxing fun frozen food time, and you can build on those good experiences. Eventually I’d say you can give him breaks away from the gated room or crate to spend time with guests. I’d just start with a few minutes, keep it short and positive, and then have him return to his safe space. I hope that helps! If this doesn’t work out for you, I’d suggest consulting with a certified LIMA dog trainer who doesn’t use aversives. They may be able to offer additional guidance. Best of luck!
@@K9ofMine Thank you so much for your answer🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. I will definitely apply your suggestions. I hope it works. I will definitely inform you about the result🌸.
Can you do a video on superexcited dog when we are about to go out for a walk
I’ll put it in my queue!
How do you store them
Just in a sealed container should be fine for a few days. Sealed in the fridge would be better and probably allow then to last 1-2 weeks.
Hi How did remy do post op nights for the first week ,did you happen to spend nights with cone on his head cause they don’t want him to get to his wounds and I do have a long road a head we have both the knees one after another. It’s very pain to think about this whole procedure I want to put this behind. Soon as possible. Any suggestions is helpful. Thank you for the honest video ❤
I just wrapped a blanket around his bottom half and he didn’t seem inclined to mess w it too much so I didn’t end up needing to use a cone.