16 Dog Myths You Should Stop Believing
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- Опубліковано 1 тра 2024
- There are plenty of myths and misconceptions about dogs. For example, how many times have you heard that dogs can only see in black and white, or that you have to be the alpha or pack leader to successfully train your canine, or even that sleeping with your dog is not good for you.
In this video, we will separate fact from fiction by sharing 16 myths about dogs.
Dogs can catch a cold
Most people believe if they get a cold, their dog will get sick too. But dogs don’t catch a cold from humans. This is because the viruses that cause cold-like symptoms in humans and in dogs rarely jump from one species to the other, so you can rest easy about giving your dog your case of the sniffles. But remember, if your dog is sick, other dogs in the neighborhood could be at risk of contracting whatever virus is causing your dog’s cold, so keep your dog away from other dogs until he is feeling better.
Sleeping with your dog is not good for you
Animal experts have long advised dog owners not to sleep with their pets because it will promote poor behavior in the animal and could lead to serious illness in humans. However, this myth has now been debunked and many vets now believe concerns over such issues are overstated or just incorrect.
According to recent research published by Mayo Clinic Proceedings, sharing your bedroom with your canine companion may actually improve your sleep.
As long as both you and your dog are healthy and the dog isn’t under the covers, it’s perfectly safe to snuggle up with your furry friend every night. Just make sure your dog has no fleas, ticks, parasites, or illnesses, and that he has up-to-date vaccinations.
Human foods are bad for dogs
Obvious treats such as chocolate or onions should never be fed to your canine. But some foods such as apples, bananas, or daily products are fine for dogs to snack on. It’s important to remember that these human foods should be given in moderation, and they shouldn’t replace your dog’s actual balanced meal.
Once a dog bites, it’s time to put them to sleep
Many people believe that when a dog bites someone, it will happen again. The dog can’t be trusted again and that it is time to put them down to sleep.
No one wants to euthanize their pet after a biting incident, and really, no one has to either. It's understandable that a dog bite can be scary and stressful, but it’s important to remember that aggression in dogs is a treatable problem. Since every dog and every situation is different, make sure to discuss with a canine behavior consultant or your veterinarian to determine what caused the dog to bite in the first place, and how it can be prevented from happening in the future. More often than not, dogs will resort to biting when they feel threatened or abused.
Rescue dogs aren’t good pets
There are many myths surrounding rescue dogs. These myths can be very harmful and even deter potential fosters. Some people think that rescue dogs are bad because you don't know their background or where they came from. Or that shelter dogs are there for a good reason.
Don't assume all pets were banished to a shelter for some wrongdoing! There are plenty of pets in shelters because of an owner's inescapable situation. There are even people who give up on their pet because they welcome a newborn. And remember, if a rescue is aggressive, it is probably because they were poorly treated, and didn’t receive proper socialization or training. So next time you decide to get a dog, try to give a rescue pet a chance.
Your dog must see you as the “alpha”
This myth has long been propagated among dog trainers. Dog owners are told that they must be “the alpha dog” or "the leader of the pack" to dominate their pet dogs to get them to behave.
However, dog training research has revealed over and over that dogs do not need to be dominated to be well behaved. In fact, dogs whose owners use reward-based training and praise are overall more well-balanced and happier.
One Year of a Dog’s Life is Equal to 7 Human Years
How dogs age can vary by breed, but there’s no evidence that a year in dog life equals seven years of human life.
A 2019 study by researchers at the University of California San Diego revealed a new method to calculate the actual age of dogs. By tracking changes in DNA molecules and methyl group patterns, scientists were able to estimate the ages of dogs.
Based on this study, a 1-year-old dog was comparable to a 31-year-old human, while a 5-year-old dog is comparable to a 57-year-old human.
A dog will always cry out if they’re feeling pain.
Canines have inherited an instinct to hide any outward signs of pain. In the wild, an animal that is injured or infirm is vulnerable to attack, and there is a survival advantage to act like nothing is wrong even when something most definitely is. Our pet dogs still suppress many of the obvious signals of pain to protect themselves and their social standing in their pack. - Домашні улюбленці та дикі тварини
“Every dog deserves a human, not every human deserves a dog”
-Me, just now
Niqa thats a golden quote
Dogs don’t deserve humans. They are too good for us.
So true! ❤
This is a fact ,
Love this!
"Some people think rescue dogs are bad".
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Some people are idiots.
Very true.
Most people are extremely stupid. They get pets and don't know anything about the breeds, how to properly train a dog using one or two words and instead have full conversation like the dog is a human and understands what your saying. Just say sit, down, stay, no, come, good boy and keep it simple and you may have better luck in your training. People also have a bad habit of thinking pets are disposable. Animals have feelings too and personally more feelings then humans have these days. How would you feel if someone dumped you in the middle of a desert with no food or water left to rot???? One thing that drives me crazy is when I see people dragging their dogs pulling them by the leash. How about if I put a leash around your neck and pull on it dragging you across the concrete. Try using the word come instead and treat your pet with respect and dignity. They give you unconditional love can you say the same about yourself....I highly doubt it. When it's time to let your pet go to the Rainbow Bridge take your selfishness out of the equation. Would you want to suffer in pain and misery to die a horrible slow death??? If the answer is no then why can't you allow your pet the same dignity? When walking your dog get off your cell phone....your walk should be a bonding experience not one where you knock down a senior cause your nose is buried in your phone and then have the audacity to blame the person lying on the sidewalk cause you knocked them down. Besides you should be watching your dog to ensure it does not ingest rotten food it comes across, an aggressive or fearful dog, a child running, people on roller blades, bikes, scooters. Take responsibility for your animal and it's behavior. Lastly parents NEVER allow your children to run up to a strange dog especially a large one. Not all dogs are friendly. You as a human are born with a brain....try asking the owner FIRST if your child can approach the dog. I had a Great Pyrenees that weighted 230 Lbs. It would not take much for that dog to simply turn around knocking a 4 yr old to the ground where its head could be cracked in half from the fall. Don't tell the owner to leash their dog when it is already on a leash. Maybe you should have your unruly child on a leash so you can control it. Use common sense yet that seems to have flown out the window with the younger generations in society today. You were born with a brain cell.....use it or lose it.
@Janbahavalli Pillai only a sith deals in absolutes.
@Janbahavalli Pillai People with this mindset are better off adopting plushie toys instead because it is doubtful they have any clue what they are talking about or what they are getting themselves into and that's how we end up with even more abandoned "older" dogs.
Sincerely, the rebel adopter of several adult dogs, all of which required far less training and effort than any puppy that has ever come into my life.
Agreed. My wife told me that our family dog was a rescue and he is the sweetest and most loving dog I’ve met.
'Not sleeping with dogs!'... we fight every evening, just to decide who will take the dog to bed. Sometimes our dog, during the night, will go from bed to bed and sleep with everyone in the house... and we love it.
LOL, our dogs put themselves to bed...in fact of you get Jack Russells they live life to lie your bed! And how they sleep under the blankets with no air is incredible to me!
@@bennuballbags2 exactly, I always try to keep his head uncovered
You should not let your dog sleep in your bed, Because they might get seperation anxiety.
@@123Hoops not a problem, our dog has more than one bed to choose from. After all bed is not important, people he loves are. We will make sure there is always one of us to give him love and comfort that he needs.
@@TheMcinku Just make ur dog sleep in the laundry.
I rescued a Yorkie and she rescued me right back. I LOVE her.
My dog loves to sleep in my bed. However, it’s only about an hour before she decides that I’m taking up way too much space on a queen-size bed and starts trying to push me out.
LOL! That sounds like my poodle! I have a double, and she quickly has me scooted to the edge. Sometimes I find her at the top of the bed off her blanket, snoozing with her head on my other pillow. She cracks me up! She's very pregnant now, so hasn't jumped up the last few nights. I have her welping setup right in my room though.
Lol we have a king size and our mini schnauzers love to push us out. And as soon as you move towards the edge. They get closer to you, it's like a slow process of them making sure they have the most warm spot lol
@@youropiniondoesnotmatter Haha! Dogs, they rule the roost! How can one 45 pound poodle sprawl herself out diagonally, such that I either have a tiny sliver on the left, or on the right?
Even my parents' queenbed gets filled with poodles if the door's not shut ... one just MUST lay by Mom's feet, nowhere else.
You're right that they love to get the warm spots. If I get up in the middle of the night, my girl's right bang where I just was much of the time. She also likes to hop up on the furniture as soon as it's vacated and keep it warm for us I guess, LOL! We got this new set in 2019 and had a no dogs on rule ... That lasted about 3 years, then we got my sweet girl who comes in, makes herself at home, and so everyone else followed suit. She's bewitched us, because we just can't easily tell her to stay off ...
Your dogs sound very sweet too, BTW. I like cats well enough, but I'm a dog person at heart ... particularly when it comes to poodles!
@SeaMarie awww im glad the couch is dog friendly now lol
I love poodles, their nose/snout is so much like the Schnauzer, I heard that schnauzer are a mixed breed of poodles and other terriers.
And yes, same thing with my girls, as soon as I get up, the couch, chair, bed, they're already on my stop as soon as im back lol
I read somewhere that dogs are able to see different hues based on temperature. So they literally see where the warmness is lol
I hope you and yours have great evening!
@@youropiniondoesnotmatter Thank you so much! I hope you're having a good week!
I don't know what I'd do without our babies. My girl is just three and now she's got all her milk dried up after having puppies sheS bouncier than Tigger again, just like before she had them! I love their noses as well; they're just so elegant and distinct. Of all of our puppies my sweet girl just had, one of them in particular really has a poodle nose that sticks out even without a first hair cut at 11 weeks old.
They're all amazingly intelligent too. One of the puppies is a master escape artist already. If she sees the opportunity to run free, she will, LOL! She gets that from both her parents. Her dad can find a ball in a bunch of snow, and my sweet girl uses her front paws more like little hands at times, for little hugs or to nudge me when she wants something. Both of them also "talk" to some degree, especially my girl who I'd swear would speek English if only her mouth could form the words!
I let my dog sleep on my bed and they were the best nights of sleep I ever had. Since she died (of old age) I've never had such a calm, great sleep.
Same. I don’t sleep as deeply since losing my dogs of 11 and 12 years ❤
I can’t believe in this day and age there are still people out there that assume all rescue dogs are bad and/or damaged goods. For the last 10 years, I’ve only ever owned rescues and I will continue to adopt for the rest of my life. I wish more people would give them a chance because they can be rehabilitated. My rescue that I have currently came from a terrible situation but he is the sweetest dog you’ll ever meet. He loves unconditionally and wouldn’t hurt a fly. He has a soft spot for children and loves playing with other dogs. There are so many animals that are in a shelter that need a loving home and I hope more people out there are willing to give them a chance.
My husband & I just adopted a dog from a shelter and we’re happy we did. She is so sweet, playful, and protective. We love our Daisy ❤️
i truly believe that Dogs know they are being rescued and i also believe you can form more of a bond with a rescue and they can be very open to training, no matter what age though i think that covers all dogs, rescue or breeder. Enjoy your new furbaby! Mx
My dogs gf name is Daisy ꨄ
Yes, they certainly know they are being rescued and loved. And the greatest thing is they give back double of what they get. Dogs are what make this world a better place 🐶
Thankyou Rebecca! ❤️🥺
My dog is 17 weeks and she’s the same way lol the other day my mom went to the bathroom and my puppy growled lightly/barked at her because she was protecting me lol
My dog was rescued from a miserable life living on Bulgarian streets. Thrown on the streets with her puppy’s. I adopted her to my country. I can tell you, she is the most sweetest dog ever, with a beautiful character. Her miserable life gave her some trauma’s but she overcame them. She is more well behaved than a lot of the dogs that safely grew up all their lives in my save country. My stray dog understands perfectly the ‘stray dog language’ because she learned that on the streets. Bottomline; please give adoptive dogs a chance! Every progress they make to become ‘normal ‘ dogs, is so much more satisfying! I can tell you!
God BLESS those people who rescued dogs ,
Praying for all those good heart people ,
I ADORE All ALL OF YOU
My 2 dogs are rescues, one from the streets of Mexico. I know exactly what you’re talking about. In my opinion rescue dogs are the best.
I know the dog thanks you. They know when they are saved!
This sweet girl was rescued from Romania. She was terribly abused. She turned out to be such a loving and happy dog. I’m happy I documented her progress. 3 weeks ago we lost her after a gastrointestinal virus. She was only 4 and very healthy. I miss my girl.
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@@nancymesek 😥😥
My dog has been with me for 12 years and is my best friend. We sleep everywhere together, in the forest, on the beach, in the back of a truck. That's true love baby!
Yup, me too! Love sleeping with my little Yorkie.
About the alpha myth, you do still need to be the "leader" but you don't lead a dog through dominance. Instead, you control their environment, provide consistency in training, give gentle corrections, and reward good behavior.
Yeah I watched a woman's German Shepherd and I was kind but a little firm to help HIM feel secure with me. And he responded perfectly and loved me. He needed a leader, just so he knew who to depend on. Beautiful big boy. I miss him (I've moved out of that area).
Same shit
The more correct term would actually be “parent”, basically teaching them stuff like a parent would, cause that’s how both wolf families and humans families work, you gotta always be caring towards them.
But i agree with the rest
@@sparkiebunnie8 Absolutely! When the dog perceives you as a weak leader, he won't be happy
I don't get why we're calling this "a leader". I guess human males just can't survive without being a leader at least somewhere? It's simple parenting, not leadership. You need your dog to trust you and to behave aka listen to your scoldings. AKA - you're supposed to be a parent. You don't call yourself "a leader of the family" you call yourself a parent. I mean if you're a sane person with a normal self-estem
I sleep with my rottie and my pit. I sleep so well and our cuddle pile is really great bonding for all of us
Being the alpha, isn't about dominating your dog, Its about leadership and reliability.
You definitely don't want an alpha dog thinking he's the one in charge
@@chucktomlitz9148 You're "Alpha" by using body language, vocal tone, staying emotionally calm, consistency, and giving the dog reactivity training and socialization from a young age, and NEVER putting them in a situation where they can't win; what "lithium girl" said by Leadership and Reliability. Most people take "Alpha" to mean yelling, screaming, terrorizing and hitting the dog.
Correct and if you’re a weak leader with a dominant breed then you’ll literally be in way over your head
@@chucktomlitz9148i had this issue, it's no myth, After 2 days with us our dog started to discipline us for good and of course he was sleeping with us and had access to everything. After i put him off the bed, gave him the command to wait before he started to eat and After One session of serious 1 hour training he stopped biting me, jumping on me, counter surfing, chewing my stuff especially in front of me and stopped pulling on the leash. All these things are correlated, purely positive folks want to deny It but all i can Say is the fact that After i trained him with my mixed method i didn't even had to address every single bad behaviour, that 1 hour session solved 85% of my problems. The purely positive training in the beginning made things worse, my dog started to snap also at my throat and nose
It can be seen as being an “alpha” but it’s really about building trust by continue working on training, not letting the small stuff slide and a healthy amount of praise when they follow directions. My mom lets the small stuff slide with every dog I’ve owned and they all tend to ignore her where as they listen to me, especially when I was 12-13 years old I was clearly not the alpha of the house but he listened to me more than anyone else due to his affection and trust in me.
We only get rescues. Our most recent one is a big girl and was supposedly aggressive. She is a sweet girl and very loving. She just needed time, training and love. She was worth the little bit of work it took.
Same.. I don’t get why they’re called ‘bad dogs’ my current dog licks me half to death.. he’s meant to be a guard dog but he’s still calm. And he’s still a good guard dog…
Bless you and your doggos ❤️ I agree, most “aggressive” dogs are just scared and confused who need some patience and love
@@quad383 Lk
I feel like there are more people in these comments that are either “pro rescue” or “pro puppy/non adoption” there are not that many people here who look at both sides of the topic to really understand each side and their reasons. Saying people who don’t agree are, quote, “stupid.”
My rescue chihuahuas are fab. They have a few triggers that you can get with small dogs or rescues but they are so worth the effort with reward based training. Once you have built trust they will be such loyal pets, senior rescues are worth a consideration too. They are so grateful.
I've been sleeping with my dog since I got her, that was 9 years ago & I can't sleep without her
I have a shelter dog. Best pet I’ve ever owned! I will always adopt. She’s the most loyal, lovable dog I’ve ever had.
I've gotten two dogs from the humane society. A two year old black lab who wouldn't let me check out any other dogs, and a husky/Shepard 10 month old who had been returned twice. Both were great choices.
I have a Shepsky too!
I bet it was returned because the people just wanted a husky Shepard because it was “cute” and didn’t do any research into how intense both huskies and Shepard are and how much exercise and care they need.
It’s so common- people just being really irresponsible with an animals life that they adopt a dog on a whim.
My pound puppy was and is the best relationship decision I ever made
I just lost my last rescue, after 16yrs. An Australian Cattle Dog, who's owner was going to take her out back and put her down. She was less than a year old and was chasing their chickens. She loved herding, agility trials, frizbee, playing fetch with young children and making me laugh.
Rescues are the light and love of dogs.
I sleep with my dog. He gets whatever side he wants... pillows and all.
Wouldn't trade it for anything.... Dogs will give their life for a human who loves them. And if you aren't going to LOVE your dog.. don't get one.
Amen brother;)
Let me just say as far as rescues (talking as someone who has my dog from a rescue shelter for 13 years now) rescue animals make the best pets. They are so appreciative of the love you give them- it really can’t be matched. I would never dream of buying a dog from a breeder when so many die in shelters every day. You have to do your homework before deciding on a dog no matter where you decide to get it. Different breeds require different care. And more often than not animals end up in shelters for no fault of their own. Too many people rush out to get a dog or a pet without doing their proper research and properly preparing for the amount of time work and energy it takes to care for them. Not to mention sometimes it’s a matter of the pets owner passing away or 1 million other reasons that has nothing to do with the animals behavior. I can’t imagine my life without my two rescue babies. They have been the absolute best companions. Super loving and loyal. Even my younger one who came from a very bad situation where the other two dogs in the house didn’t make it. Please don’t blame the dog for the problem a person created. Want to save a life? Foster- adopt- transport -fundraise -advocate -educate -volunteer.
Also a little money spent on training can save boatloads of frustration for both you and your pet.
You got that right. Rescues are wonderful!
Geting a dog from a breeder also saves life's Ive seen breeders be mean rude or don't take care of the dogs expecting them to breed prob I FUCKING hate breeders
We have two rescue dogs. Yes, they seem to have abuse or abandonment in their past, and that presents challenges that a pup from a breeder might not. But we love them, and loving them has healed them. They've become true family members, and I'm proud to see these two good dogs become better dogs every day.
I got a Westie who slept with me from day one. He was a perfect dog in every way and I did my best to give him a perfect life. He died in 1999 and my idea of heaven is joining him for our long long walks.
I had a Doberman growing up he was the sweetest guy he protected me from another dog when I was a kid. A husky got out of my neighbors house and charged at me aggressively my dobe jumped over a 7ft fence and protected me. Someone ended up stealing him from me I miss bo
Love the way you think hope people just love not only their dogs but all animals
the rainbow bridge
Our furry best friends better be on the other side or I’ll be pissed!
My dog sleeps with me every night. He's great
as much as i get annoyed my with girl
i will always love with her
i can’t even sleep without her without getting anxiety
she’s a rescue dog, i saw her in the back with her head up smiling
and ik that’s the dog i wanted
she’s happy go lucky and it’s awsome!
My wife and I adopted a dog in December 2020 and he is well behaved and very loving and I wouldn't hesitate adopting another rescue dog ❤️🐶🐕
The best big dog, Labrador mix, was a rescue. It protected me, and saved my life with a warning bite. He weighed about 100 lbs ripped the guy attacking me pants and ran him of and came back and guided me to the house. I miss Goofy, he was a fast growing pup i got him at 31/2 to 4 months and was clumsy, we joked how Goofy he was, it stuck
The dog you described sounds like a service dog
Watching this as a rescue dog snores on my bed. She’s seriously awesome.
1:35 surprised me a lot. My oldest dog was found on the side of the road. My 9 year old mutt’s mother was found when carrying my dog, but without rescue the pups would be strays, so she is technically a rescue. My mutt, lulu, is the sweetest dog ever. She is scared of everything, yet protects us, and loves us like we love her.
My dog sleeps with me, i sleep alone. My loved one lives in another house. So i’ll sleep with my dog, it is a great company. Waking up with a happy dog next to you is amazing.
We adopted our dog from a shelter about 4 months ago, and she's been the best girl. She's half bull terrier and half pit bull so she may scare some people, but she's small dog and cat friendly. Mother in law's Chihuahua bit her in the face and she didn't really react with anything but surprise. We love her.
My dog slept with me every night, in bed, since he was a puppy.
He never chews up anything, never barks unless someone comes to the door and he even knows which side is his and once he's laid down he doesn't even move, I honestly have to poke him awake to go back outside for the day time.
Dogs are like children, if you have patience and teach them, they will learn, otherwise they will behave wild and unstable.
He knows the routine and when he's about to come in he will hold his paws up one at a time to get toweled off well first 😛
Cant imagine not cuddling with my furbabies 💕💕
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I have a rescue. She’s just as loving and lovable as the dogs I had that I had since they were puppies.
It wasn’t my dogs fault that she needed a new home - it was her previous owners fault, she was abusive and an overall mean old lady who probably shouldn’t have gotten a dog in the first place. Most dogs who are in need of a new home - in worst case end up in a dog pound/shelter - are good dogs who have had bad luck with humans, rather than the other way around.
I got my girl when she was three years old and this year she’ll be nine. She’s staying with me 💗
I remember watching this tv show with a British women starring as the dog expert. One episode she convinced the owner that sleeping with the dog isn't normal and needs to stop. Another episode she convinced another owner to fix their dog because of the possible dead puppies in the future and it'll all be the owners fault. In another episode she tried to fix a dogs barking and biting of other dogs by having him being surrounded by other dogs in the neighborhood.
I always questioned if she was a real expert or just someone who open an old book of how to train a dog. Makes me upset that people gave her so much value and listen to her.
Victoria Stilwell? How are her trainings wrong? All instances of her encouraging not sleeping with the dogs is when the owners and dogs have a dependency issue and giving them that distance will help them be more independent and their relationship more healthy. The second point, if the episode im thinking is right (the one where she had plastic balls to represent future puppies) and if I’m remembering the episode right, is because the owners wanted to keep breeding him over and over, which may be detriment to the future pups - again, it’s been a while since I watched this episode so I may not remember it right. Third, desensitisation is a perfect way to stop dogs from barking and attacking other dogs, because if the dogs no longer sees them as threats they won’t attack them. Where exactly is Victoria wrong?
I can only answer the third, I don't know this British woman but I have seen Cesar Millan (dog whisperer) do the same thing. By letting the dog get used to other dogs it no longer see them as a threat.
I'm so glad you brought up the debunked wolf study from the 60's. Putting wild animals in a cage and expecting to understand their behavior is a bizarre thought process. Especially an apex pack animal.
Beta, cope and seethe.
Lol white people
@@trashfire9641 No mother figure 🙁
@@trashfire9641ahahah no, your “alphas” and “betas” you love so much trowing around are based on debunked science. Cope with it.
@tenofivelips Yes, not to mention, that study was based on an even older one from the 30’s-40’s germany of all places, and they kept them in a very little space with little food and took em from unrelated families and groups. Imagine studying how a nuclear human family works from a prison camp…
And still some dumb trainers won’t let go of this bs, failing to realize it “works” only for a brief period of time and because the dog is SCARED.
I actually agree with not sleeping in the same bed with the dog. Just because they have a different circadian rythm, they wake up a lot and are alert in the night, and that can totally ruin your sleep. But, whatever works for you.
My dogs sleep the same hours we do even sleeping in a bit on the weekends
Dogs are naturally diurnal, same as humans. That's actually one of the defining traits that differentiates them from wolves which are not. If your dog isn't sleeping when you are, it's either due to lack of consistent sleep schedule or because they're not getting enough exercise/stimulation during the day.
Mines just a bed hog 😩
My dog has learnt my daily routine so well, that he can fall asleep squeezed tight behind me on sofa for hours without an inch of movement :) . We can compete in Olympics in lounging :D
I have had my dog for 3 years now, and I’m still learning because I’m nine and these are so helpful.
Seriously find a new place to learn there is allot of bad advice in here.
Well, it sounds like you are a very smart kid! Learning to love, and care for animals is an excellent way to become a better person!! If you are only 9, and on the internet, just be careful! There is both good and bad info there!
We almost always had rescues too. Can be an added challenge but they are soo grateful.
Agree it's nonsense that rescued dogs are gonna be bad pets,I've got two rescue dogs and I wouldn't swap them for all the tea in China
We got a rescue that spend the first 5 years of his life in a crate. He is such a kind and sweet boy you would never know he had a tough start. With some positive reinforcement training and lots of love he is a very well behaved boy 💕
Have volunteered with canine rescue for over 20 years, very rewarding.
I can't say the guilt part is 100% correct. My dog would always run to me when i get home, sometimes when he did do something wrong he would stay on the sofa looking really guilty. I walk in happy like always because i didn't even found out what he did yet.
Same, maybe it’s only with some breeds..?
I think the point here isn't that dogs can't know when they did something their owner doesn't like, but rather that they can't have a feeling of "guilt", which is a much more complex emotion that at the very least requires an understanding of past wrong-doings and the moral maturity to wish to do better.
A dog may be able to understand that "ripped couch = anger in human", and therefore be capable of preemptively displaying behavior to dissuade you from getting angry, even before you see the ripped couch.
This does not equate to saying the dog has an innate understanding of WHY it is bad that the couch is ripped. The dog doesn't know WHY you get angry over it. And it has no clear understanding what is essentially the difference between ripping the couch and ripping, say, their favourite stuffed animal. To them it's the exact same experience.
So to call a display of preemptive conflict dissuasion "guilt" is a misnomer. It's more a sign of how humans reduce their own emotional complexity for the sake of simplicity, than an actual accurate representation of dogs' mental and emotional reality. We really shouldn't project our own feelings on animals.
It’s total BS. Out dogs always tell on themselves when they’e done something naughty. They aren’t responding to me if I haven’t seen the evidence yet. I’ve gone looking for what they did based on their obviously guilty behavior when I walk in the door.
@@RedFloyd469 to know that "ripped couch=angry human" is evidence of past associations and memories of wrongdoing. Knowing if dogs feel guilt or not isn't really knowable in a way we know the Earth is round, etc.
I don't know about guilt but i'm pretty sure that dog could sense human's emotions so well. I have an 8 months old Beagle puppy who has 5 months old Akita puppy as her best friend. One day just a second after we approached them, my friend (the Akita's owner) scolded her Akita so hard because he's eating trash and even growled to her when she forced him to spit it out in front of us - and my dog (who's always greeting that Akita happily and teasing him to playing with her) suddenly only sitting down and didn't budge until my friend no longer angry to her dog, as if she knew that her friend was on a trouble and his owner was so mad at him - even that situation didn't have any correlations with her and me, as her owner.
I miss my brooni(🐶)... Always a good kid.. And will be remembered
Awwww so cute
a good boy will always be remembered...
RIP Brooni 🥺❤️ rest in doggy heaven
@@AlohaAmie dogs.. don’t go to heaven
@@leoplays8118 They go to doggoven
Our then-dog bit me in the face when I leaned over to hug my dad while she was sitting in his lap. It wasn't a serious wound, though she did draw blood.
She was very apologetic and tried to re-bond with me immediately. We didn't put her down.
Well you learned that one the hard way didn't you😬🙀 It's a survival instinct for dogs to react defensively when anyone comes down over the top of them. Even Cesar Milan got caught by that one at least once (see "Cesar's worst bite ever, Molly").
I recall a reporter who got bit on the face while interviewing a police officer w/a GSD K9 officer just because he shifted his weight and "came up over his head" while he was squatting by the dog. The video is online but I don't recall the title🤔
It’s terrifying how people would actually murder their own dog because it bit them once… like if your dog bites you, that’s definitely an issue to address (especially if it’s a bigger dog that could actually hurt someone), but killing them-
Honestly whenever I see a dog that’s really aggressive all the time, I automatically assume it’s the owners fault, you know unless it’s like a newly adopted dog or something obviously.
@@morninggloom8391 Yes, especially when you realize that aggressive behavior is usually the product of fear, even PTSD 😿
People like my Ex, who are uneducated about animals (except for what they're "taught" by the TV and movie industry 🙄😬) do horrible things like declawing his cats 🙀 and killing our 9mo old black lab puppy JUST because it let out a little woof of surprise (just like I did) when he came home from work early and walked around a corner startling all of us.
Abused animals become time bombs. We have to take Driver's Ed. before getting a license to "control" a deadly vehicle. We should have to take Animal Education before "controlling" (or creating) potentially dangerous animals.
For example:
Pitbull type breeds have a bad reputation because of bad/neglectful/uneducated owners &/or horrible backyard breeders who care more about money than controlling genetic health problems with good breeding habits (ie. Inbreeding/ incest creates issues like brain swelling which = pain = aggressive self defense).
"Purebred" dogs are already inbred to a degree due to their limited gene pool, bad breeders make it a painful life for the animals and a risky situation for the potential owners.
People who "teach" their dogs to be "protective" are usually engaging in overkill, making them aggressive. Most dogs automatically protect their pack w/o any guidance from their pitiful humans 🐕
@@tammyrawdon3587 I agree, I really wish there was some sort of test or legal process you had to go through before adopting an animal. If we have to do that before adopting a kid why don’t animals also get some protection like that? Also the fact that it’s legal to kill the creature that’s supposed to be under your protection? I would have thought that counted as animal abuse or something, or that someone would have stopped your ex (like a doctor)
It’ s all very depressing.. I got extremely lucky and managed to find this amazing breeder in Sweden, she is creating a breed called ailanul dogs and is SO careful with them, currently the breed has no known health problems and no inbreeding. But I feel bad thinking about how a lot of people aren’t so lucky, and might stumble across awful breeders without even knowing to avoid them.
Edit: oh hey, turns out she has a UA-cam channel actually! Here’s the link if you want to see a very cute puppy! ua-cam.com/video/s3jCJO06280/v-deo.html
@@morninggloom8391 Well my Ex didn't admit what happened until years after our divorce. At the time he said it "ran away" during a "hunting trip" in our back acreage. He didn't even let on how angry he was at the time (as usual).
This was in the 80's before everyone knew how much damage dysfunctional families caused upon the children.
He'd literally giggle after saying things that upset me so I thought he was being mean on purpose but it wasn't until years later he admitted it was just an uncontrollable nervous habit (mean mother) 🙄
His reason for killing the dog: "How dare he bark at ME!!!" 🤦🤦🏼♀️🤦♂️ (It wasn't even a real bark, just a surprised little woof, an exhalation 😿)
Dysfunctional families warp developing minds.
My 3months old pup is so hyperactive I don't allow her in my bed even when I just want her to feel close to me, she scratches, bites n just makes quiet time and bed a nightmare
Love this vlog, thanks so much for sharing :)
Since they don't mention it, another reason proposed for the grass eating is that fresher blades of grass have a slightly sugary/sweet flavor to them. Lot's of grasses create tiny amounts of sugar. In fact, sugar cane is a species of grass that grows large and creates a ton of sugar that natural sugars are extracted from. Lawn grass doesn't create nearly as much, but its enough to interest doggos.
I kind of like that theory. It would explain why my dogs repeatedly try to eat grass without attempting to throw it up.
I’m not a violent person, but someone telling me that rescue pups don’t make good pets will absolutely bring the doom slayer out of me.
Thank you, so many people think that we are dominant, we just don’t have a clue, great video!!
My last two dogs were rescues and I now can’t imagine getting a dog any other way..
My chihuahua and I use to sleep with each other most of the time until she turned 12. Afterwards, she didn't want to be on the bed with me anymore due to my constant kicking while I was asleep. At least she still had her own that she hasn't used since she was a puppy. She's 14 now and is still relaxing in her bed every night.
We always sleep with our dogs. We sleep soundly snuggling together.
How lucky is your dog! 💗
Same every night, and always have done throughout every dogs life, my current dog sleeps under the blankets.
Yup...we have three large Standard Poodles...they take turns on the bed....I never know which of them I will wake up beside...nice on cold Winter nights.
Your bedroom must house must stink
All of my Dobermans are and were rescue! Best pets ever! All they need is love ad consistency
My dogs are not allowed on the couch or bed, they have memory foam beds in the living room and in the bedroom (better than my own bed) they’re not small dogs and I am a restless sleeper which makes it uncomfortable, they do sleep in the bedroom with me though. For food they get their kibble mixed with a little rice with different cooked goodies adding a chunk of fresh carrot which also cleans their teeth, some apple and a chunk of banana, they love it sometimes eating the fresh stuff before the kibble. My 14 year old gets warm can food in the mix since he’s lost some teeth. My dogs are rescues, one from the shelter, one from the street, one as a puppy, other at 3 years old from the street. Rescue pets are incredibly good pets, go check your local shelter when you’re ready and remember they’re for life.
I took my baby boy away from an abusive person who kept him in a kennel almost all the time and only gave him food and water for small amounts of time each day I also believe he was physically abused based on some of his more timid behavior. I literally told her I was taking him and that was just that and I did I took him and have had him for 6 years. He's come so far sense he's gained weight and has learned to be calm and not so afraid. It makes me so mad Everytime I think about how he was raised.
I sympathize. One of our poodles was a breeder living in a kennel his whole life. We got him age 7, and he amazes us how far he's come in the last three years. He knows how to go on a leash and cable, up and down stairs, not go potty in the house, and trust us ... aside from my dad. He'll let him give treats, but otherwise still barks like crazy at him. We think he was badly treated by at least one man out there which makes me sick. My dad is loved by our other poodles, so he must physically resemble someone.
My roommate kept his dog in a kennel all day then when he got home tied him to a tree for the rest of the day. No treats, barely fed him.
I did the same thing, told him I was taking the dog. The transformation was unreal. The dog went from being skiddish and scared of everything, so being the most friendly loving dog imaginable.
@@seamarie3111 definitely sounds like you're boy was abused by a man. Tell your dad to just stay patient and keep trying dogs can tell good people and I'm sure if you're dad just keeps trying and going at your poodles pace it will pay off.
@@AS-fu1kd exactly. I don't understand why people would even bother getting a dog if they don't want to give it attention. I'm glad you rescued the dog. People need to remember neglect is just as abusive as actual abuse.
@@AS-fu1kd Jeez, that's disgusting! The most we ever do is hook them up on a cable for potty time especially in bad weather, as our yard is very large and two actually got lost in the woods for two days once. They have the run of the house otherwise though.
Locking a dog up, and/or chaining them up, for long hours is horrible!
Sit, error 404 lmao that was a good one.
I adopted a dog. She was 2 years old. And she was terrified of everything. She bit me ones the first week. I didnt give up ON her. She is now 11 years old. She never bit me again. I learned what her boundries were. And we astableshed a trusting releationship. She is the best dog ever. 💖
We had a dog that at one point was found having eaten my prepared bowl of kid-tv-snacks. I do not recall anyone having displayed any sign of negative emotion. personally I was more surprised than anything. Stands to reason that, while not feeling guilt, per se, it was clearly aware it should not have done that.
At my feet are two lovely rescue dogs. Maya is 7 and Tucker is 5. They have been with me only 3 months and they are now calm, used to our routine and wonderful companions. I recommend using the embark DNA test to know more about your rescue(s). Results of the test revealed genetic predispositions. Useful for you and your vet.
I rescued a bonded pair after my beloved boy passed after 16 years. My lil kids, Sadie, 9 & Oscar 7 are a little anxious but they are very lovable. Sadie is my lil protector girl...I love them and I'm happy to have them!
My dog gets up to scratch and in 16 months has woke me 1 time. I walk her off leash 80% of the time. She gets baked chicken with her dry,sometimes hamburger, loves venison gets venison organs for treats when I can ,sleeps often is happy and well behaved. She is young and is 100% APBT,
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@@Dragons4life0323 you ever ask yourself what role you play in your miserable existence?
I don't treat my dog like a dog.
She's literally my child and I'll love her forever.
Cesar Millan has entered the chat. Lol
“Sleeping with your dog is not good for you” is utter bullshit. My first ever dog (a border terrier named Curley in honor of my favorite of The Three Stooges) I had as a kid (age 8-16) he slept with me almost every night for most of his life and let’s just say he and I were very close because of it. He even spent his very last night in this world sleeping with me (he passed away at only 8 years old due to cancer). My current dog Bindi doesn’t like to sleep with me, but that’s just her personality. She’s not much of a cuddle bug now that she’s an elderly dog but her personality is more cat-like than dog-like if you know what I mean, but she still loves to be loved on
You just have a Dog that’s not dominant. If the dog is dominant it would have try to challenge it’s place in your house they would try to be the alpha.If their the alpha they won’t listen to you.
You won’t need to fight them to be the alpha If you feed them they’ll know your the alpha. If you train them with rewards they will know your the alpha because if they obey you they gets treats if they don’t they don’t get treats
I don't know about Mr. Fuxion here, but he has a point. I don't believe in the alpha myth, but dogs do still have a hierarchy, and dogs do look to their humans as parental figures.
That being said, dogs have different personalities, and to accommodate that they need different training techniques. Your dogs might be well-rounded and can sleep with you just fine, but there are other dogs that are naturally dominant or protective, and really shouldn't be allowed on the bed at night to keep that behavioral issue from springing up.
@@fructosecornsyrup5759 Finally someone who says their own opinion without insulting the others opinion you the first one I met on the internet
Fact: Wolves are infact omnivores,but wolves tend to hunt for meat alot more because they provide much more nutrients, and meat is easier to digest.
Wtf sorry man wolves are carnivores. The only vegetables they get is from the guts of animals they kill. Wtf omnivores? If a wolf is not a carnivore what is? Seriously what do you consider an omnivores. Do you also believe women can be men?
This is the most stupid thing I have ever read! Have you any scientific source to this?
@@yousif428 arguing about sources sucks. Try telling a teenager that girls cannot be boys.
They will find some bullshit anti science website that supports their beliefs.
I have tried the got a link style of arguing it never works the internet is an echo chamber of stupidity.
@@stuckinthemud4352 wolves are omnivores.... do some research but yes they do prefer meat more
@@Monglomon you probably believe men can be women too lol.
Can't say I've ever heard anyone say that rescue dogs don't make good pets
I mean I know some people actually think this, but I've never met one personally
Benny Hill many years ago posed the question: "If a big dog is growling and barking at me and wagging his tail, which end do I believe?"
One end will knock a lamp off a table. The other end will rip your arm off. Believe what you will.
The front end. Not all waggles are happy.
@@Flippokid Benny would be more impressed with the front end of the busty woung woman holding the leash...
@@Flippokid Also not all growls and barks are made to frighten you. You have to take all body and vocal signs into consideration.
@@meekon33 True. But it's better to mistakenly believe that they are than not.
The "alpha" mentality does apply to some breeds and dogs personalities. I had a few dogs in my life where if you didn't really insert yourself, they wouldn't listen or show signs of aggressive.
My current dog, being "alpha" would scare the hell out of him...lol. so I trained him treat based since he was so timid.
Depends on the dog.
100x truth! Some dogs are so heavily domesticated and are naturally not alphas and then other breeds are meant to be. We adopted a 2.5 year old 102lb male American bulldog from my coworker and her fiancé. It was his first dog and he taught it a lot of tricks but the dog ran the show. His aggression and trying to dominate is what caused them to ask me if I’d foster him. He’d lash out at people while walking, he even attacked their other dog twice. It took 2 weeks of me being overly “alpha” with him before he finally submitted. He greets me with a head bow, shows me his belly and so on. He’s such a loving and fun dog we decided to keep him. We literally take him everywhere with us from going to lowes, walks, eating at populated food truck festivals and so on. He’s usually the most well behaved dog there. His breed was literally bred to work alone on farms and make decisions for them selves. This meant they were in charge so being alpha comes naturally for them. It a owner told teach them they are the boss so that breed learns. He made a total 180 from how he was with them to how he is with me in 2 weeks. I believe he’s the 10th dog I’ve had in my life, I’ve literally had everything from a Chihuahua to a wolf dog. I lost all 3 of my dogs this year with my Chihuahua being 18 years old.
Dogs have three specific mutations in the Williams-Buren region of the brain that defines their behavior as fundamentally different than wolves. See the research of Gregory Berns.
In short, "alpha" stuff isn't even on their brain.
Alphas. Aren’t. A thing. I think is more that they were stressed out…
Wolves in the wild are made of a couple that stays togheter for life and they are, in fact, equals. and their puppies, some that have grown up, and some young ones. There’s no hierarchy, just a mother and father that shows them how things are done.
Just look it up please
That 70’s book, “the wolf” was based on studies held in the 30’s, and in Germany zoos of all places, imagine studying human families from prison camps
The author himself tried to de-publish his book, but the editor is still printing it despise his pleads, so disinformation continues.
I can give you sources if you want
@@rebecca_rh My dogs get a wonderful place to sleep, good food every day, pats, back rubs and "good dog" all day long. Everything they need in life is handed to them. You should live so well.
It seems to me that any dog that wants to be "alpha" over their human must be the stupidest dog in the world. What could they possibly gain? Do they want to pay the bills and drive the car?
That's what occurred to me before I read any of the research. Then I read the research.
@@cliffordschaffer5289 exactly
I've had dogs accidentally lick cuts and scrapes of mine and not only did it appear to heal faster it had stopped stinging and burning as well.
As a teenager with acne, my dog then would lick my face and the next day the pimples were gone or at least lessened. So much for that "fact"
That is literally just your feelings and mentally you might have made yourself think that.
However there is NOTHING in dog saliva that could potentially help you heal anything.
Trust in that one to science and do not let dog lick your wounds so you won't get bad infection one day.
I burnt my hand, quite badly, almost 3 Rd degree. my dog licked it continuously to the point it was really annoying, as she was sensing that it was a wound, I tolerated it because she was clearly fussing over the wound. My doctors had given me burn cream and healing balm etc but I didn’t use them, andon my second and third check up the dr was surprised at how fast and how well it had healed - today there’s not even a burn scar…. go figure.
My late ex-wife was a surgical veterinary nurse. She always said that dog saliva was sterile, which is why when dogs lick a wound it doesn't become more infected, that it in fact heals faster. Yeah, not believing them on this one. Now, cat saliva on the other hand will cause the wound to become much worse because their saliva is loaded with bacteria and germs.
@@atlantianson515 Perhaps because they have the longest intestines of all animals……… THEY ARE TRUE MEAT EATERS
No flat teeth for grinding………… all sharp for tearing at flesh
I know some cats can & do eat other foods too…………… just to be clear
The study was talking about sharing your bedroom, not your actual bed. My dog was misbehaving and pushing boundaries so I stopped letting him on the couch with me and in my bed. Instead I got him a bed for my room and one for the living room. This fixed the issues that we were having. This may not be necessary for all dogs but for some it is
I got my puppy from a rescue he’s the greatest dog I’ve ever had he’s so smart had my dog for seven years He’s a good boy his name is Wrigley
I feed my dogs raw chicken, salmon eggs, beef, carrots, berries, eggs, and cottage cheese. Every time I take my 8 year old lab in for his check up the vet says he’s the youngest looking 8 year old he’s ever seen!
No one cares
My dog is a Red Queensland Heeler and is a shelter dog and saved my life by attacking a Sidewinder rattler snake to protect me and got bit doing so! He is my Hero. Hope he gets out of the hospital today!
I have a adopted dog. He's 2 y.o abused and im his fourth owner. I have him 9 months. He is amazing, great, loving and Happy dog. He makes my life a lot better ❤️ i never know why the people leave this dog. There really stupid. He have a past with living his whole puppy time in a cage or backyard. He sleeps with me on the bed. There is no cage here. He can sleeps where he want. He have a lot of toys and he loves balls. The vets says he doing great so are me. 🙏 Im really lucky with him and im so Proud that im his owner now and forever. I think if You respect your dog then he respects you 2.
Sleeping with your dog may not induce health risks, first time I even heard that myth, but there are strong correlations with bad behavior that can't be ignored. They're not absolute, I sleep with my dog too and she's well behaved, but it can enhance the influence of lack of training and socialization. They can get possessive and protective beyond reason. If you have a well rounded dog, go ahead. But if your dog is a pain to walk, that's one of the first things you should stop.
I bet that if you see me walking with my dog there is a big chance you think my dog is not trained because she is pulling the leash, truth is I trained her to pull because I have severe copd and she has to pull special if we are going uphill, downhill she has to walk my pace.
@@allaboutperspective650 You do you 🙂
@@Flippokid Perfect answer 😀
i've noticed that almost all of my white friends have dogs who are extremely spoiled. i think western culture is doting too much on pets and making their dogs as soft as their children.
@@jp-sn6si well not my dog, smoking crack, robbing liquor stores and is a deatbead father
We only get rescued dogs and our latest is a grayador and she is so hyper but when she was in the pound, she was so sad looking
I had three dogs over the years since I was 10. All of them slept on the bed with me. Even now my recent dog sleeps with me on the bed side. There is nothing wrong.
Agreed. My dog had been sleeping on my bed for 10 years, I probably will have a sleepless night when one day they go to heaven, so sad
I have the best dog in all the world her name is MuMu! 12 year old Labrador. I'm sure everyone else's dog is also the best in the world! So we have a world full of the best dogs!!!!
I have 3 dogs ( Yorkie , long hair chiwawa & a French bull dog ) I recently lostmy.yorki due to drowning in our pond . It still hurts me till this day it's only been a few weeks . He was my number one I had him since I was 15 I'm almost 30 now . This video makes me miss him so much 😭
Even though he says dogs cant go under blankets at night, I have a whippet tho crawls under my duvet and wakes me up in the middle of the night to put a blanket on her and she knows that if she gets too hot she can come from under the blanket
My wife and I have a Doberman puppy. He does the same thing as your Whippet, wakes her up whenever he wants under the blankets.
@@brianteed7390 and you will still be getting up to sort out PJ's and bedding for your puppy hopefully for Many years to come my lad will snuggle in if he cooled he no allowed fully under but I keep a blanket handy for him on the end of my bed.
My dogs are jack russels and they go full on under the covers. They are happy and I am happy too. It’s how they feel close to me. And who could say no to doggie cuddles…. ❤️🐶🐾
Aggressive and dominance are not the same thing.
When you raise your dog you obviously have to create boundaries.
My only reason for living is for my four beautiful rescue babies who are all in my bed with me right now as I write this and rescues are the best and I will always choose them over any human🐾🐾🐾🐾🤗🤗🤗🤗💙❤️💜
rescue dogs are the best - my german shepard was a rescue. got him at 7 years - heavily abused and neglected twice via different owners and spent 18 months in doggy jail (kennels) as no one wanted him. Day 1 with doggo and he was glued to my side and is such a sweet loving caring doggo. SO anyone who says rescues are not good pets can go boil their head in a pot of boiling water
I love to sleep with my dog. Sometimes we snuggle sometimes we don’t. Choice is hers. I sleep so much better when she’s there next to me.
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I have an 15 year old lab mix who would be considered over 100 years old in human life. I’ve had her 10 years and she was already older when I got her. Idk I think she’s around 75 years old since she’s still active.
My older two Standard Poodles showed signs of arthritic pain and stiffness in the morning....three weeks ago I started giveing each a tablespoon of CBD oil in their food...both are now bouncing at the door like puppies again and no stiffness. I am impressed.
Wow, out of all myth videos about dogs this one was very informative, and my dogs ALWAYS sleep with me, I can't sleep if they don't 🥰
Let me guess you’re not married… smh
I have a rescue dog and its hard, but its such a lovely dog and so loyal!
My dog is middle middle age and was a rescue. Everyone loves him, even one of my brothers that doesn't like animals. Likes my dog
"Sharing your bedroom with a dog can help improve sleep"
Tell me you have never tried to sleep in the same room as a snoring Shar Pei 🤣
I had an angel born from heaven. He slept in my bed with me for 15 years. He’s gone now and I’ve never slept well since he was put down.
Or a lab whose constant farting smells like burning rubber.
"Dogs can catch a cold." Funny this should pop up right now. I've come down with a cold and my pup has moved from the bottom of the bed to snuggle up against me.
My sarplaninac gal is a rescue, she has some anxiety issues but she's the most loving, caring, patient gal I ever met. She had so my e guarding issues but with time, love and patience she's completely turned around
I foster for Rottweiler rescues , time , love , and patience, can cure most things. You definitely have that right.
@@rottweilerfun9520 Absolutely. There's so many stigmas around rescues. Almost all of them just want a good home, warm bed and love. Sometimes ya need some more patience but my experience say that it's so very rare that a dog can't be helped. But it's never their fault it's always done by human cruelty that they can't be helped. We don't deserve dogs :(
I got a mature male Staffordshire from the pound and he has been the best dog I ever had
Staffies are awesome, i definitely want one in the future
A rescue dog is the most appreciative dog you will ever get. You have to earn their trust but after that you have a truly close bond. Also adopt don’t shop
Being the Alpha doesn't mean you're domineering or aggressive. It just means you're the boss of the house and your wishes will be the final rule.
Yeah but usually what people mean by "being the alpha" IS in fact dominating the dog. Which obviously you shoudln't do.
The entire "Alpha. Beta, Omega" etc. thing was based on a flawed study on wolves anyway. So it should be disregarded entirely because 1: The study was flawed. 2: Even if the study wasn't flawed, it was about WOLVES, not dogs.
@Nebby Scumbold That's what the alpha theory basically tells you tho, that you can do whatever you want and don't have to respect the dogs feeling. Therefore that's what most people mean when saying you have to be the "alpha".
@Nebby Scumbold You should look it up then. It's a theory that was widely spread in the dog community as "the right way to train a dog".
@Nebby Scumbold It is a theory tho, again, go look it up. It was debunked a few years ago.
Rescue dogs are the best dogs 👌🏼
Thank you for the helpful information.
3 time returned rat terrier used to pee himself everytime you looked at him crosseyed. Wouldn't let anyone pick him up. Very hyperactive and standoffish...6 years later he insists on sleeping with me every night. He is my shadow. I pick him up and put him down anytime I want.
He is such a good boy.
The dog's human age has a lot to do with size and breed as well. Smaller breeds tend to live longer than larger breeds so look for the small, medium, large dog charts to estimate your pup's human age.
My grannys wienerdog lived for 22 years.
The "putting a dog down after biting" is more a legal issue than a behavioral one. It IS possible to reduce a dog's aggressiveness and retrain them but not guaranteed, especially since most of the time the dog was aggressive because of the environment its in and we err on the side of human safety over canine.
In Australia you need to put your dog down after they bite someone it is the law
@@darthadam01as exactly. My point is that Australian lawmakers didn't enact this law because of some mistaken belief that dog's behavior cant be changed, they did so because they lack faith in the dogs' owners' commitment to enact that change.
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We have 13 yr old mini schnauzer who was a rescue, her owners had to move into a elder assisted facility due to COVID. Their new living situation did not allow pets. I love my Ava she's the best, very well trained, and so loveable and sweet. I just want to know where her original owners are, I would love to take her to go visit and spend time with them.
They did a great job caring for her.