Breathtaking long-haired German Shepherd

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  • @laughingaardvark3128
    @laughingaardvark3128 11 місяців тому +1473

    Wow. Maya is 50% fur. Half of her disappeared when she was wet and came back when she was dried.

    • @HanneMary
      @HanneMary 11 місяців тому +43

      Seems like a shepherd trait, I tried to bathe mine twice and he also has this long thick hair, all of the sudden the head was the biggest body part😂

    • @bcaye
      @bcaye 11 місяців тому +21

      Off topic, but my ten year old cat can provide enough hair to make a whole new cat EVERY single day in shedding season, an angry sparrow otherwise. It's really handy for keeping the deer from eating my plants.

    • @Operational117
      @Operational117 11 місяців тому +3

      That’s long-haired for ya. They tend to have a very disproportionate hair-to-body volume ratio, often above one-to-one.

    • @linseat7670
      @linseat7670 11 місяців тому +8

      My little old lady cat (she passed when she was 21 and I still miss her, 10 years later) was exactly the same. She was this angry bundle of long-haired rage, and HUGE until she got wet. Then she was this skinny little rat-like thing (sorry to insult my lovely old Nala but I did say it to her face, so there's that). Anyway, once she was dry, she was back to the long-haired rage but then she had a reason for it.
      I miss that cat, so much.

    • @valeriejackson1306
      @valeriejackson1306 10 місяців тому +2

      I can't see where to place my own comment so I'll add on to this one by hitting reply.
      Vanessa, I noticed that Mia has that decrepit looking elbow thing. That is why she doesn't want you brushing her elbow and snarled. My exact same looking long haired GSD had both elbows with it. Vet said nothing can be done except get two long tube socks and cut out toes and tie at neck to cover the opening to the bone on elbow.
      Tried that, wasn't secure enough. So did a deep search online. Found lady in Florida that handmade padded elbow sleeves that have a clip on them to clip together on top of back. My dogs elbows were very bad. After always taking her out with them on during day , then take off at night. Wash them every couple days cuz the elbow would ooze. After two years my dogs elbows healed back to perfect.
      My vet was amazed. She said GSDs that get that on front elbows usually nothing helps to relieve it. She was in shock.
      I think that is why Mia was wanting to bite when you got near elbow cuz it is an open wound there.....I saw it hiding under fur. If that dogs elbow wasn't open wound yet it was on its way. The lady charged $95 for them and we'll worth it. After my big 110 pound GSD wore them daily for 2 years still in excellent condition.

  • @RussellKlischer
    @RussellKlischer 11 місяців тому +200

    “Show-line shepherd” is a very nice way of saying “this dog has hip problems because people decided it looks nicer”.

    • @TieDyeVikki
      @TieDyeVikki 10 місяців тому +40

      I personally think it makes them look deformed, and I feel sorry for them having to live with what amounts to a disability with probable pain.

    • @catneedham4913
      @catneedham4913 10 місяців тому +18

      Common misconception. The WGSL breeders have all but eliminated hip dysplasia. You can’t know what the condition the hips are in without X-rays, done by a vet. The Germans are very firm in breeding healthy dogs with good OFA scores

    • @bullybaby
      @bullybaby 7 місяців тому +2

      The epitome of ‘Beauty is pain’

    • @maxwellowusuboateng184
      @maxwellowusuboateng184 6 місяців тому

      Lol

    • @Happyheretic2308
      @Happyheretic2308 5 місяців тому +7

      @@bullybabythat’s the repellant obsession with flat-faced dogs and cats. Pain doesn’t quite describe not being able to breathe, or those poor Cavalier King Charles spaniels, whose skulls are too small, so their brains press against the bone.

  • @Astrohhh
    @Astrohhh 11 місяців тому +917

    Despite her being extremely annoyed at certain parts, she's such a well trained dog!! She wasn't afraid to let you know she didn't like something.. but you could tell she'd never hurt a soul. Such a beautiful dog!

    • @21_f_aus
      @21_f_aus 11 місяців тому +28

      Yes she doesn't intend to hurt you, but it you hurt her you'll know about it with a nip, very beautiful girl...

    • @Bups693
      @Bups693 11 місяців тому +23

      That's precisely what this channel is about - you can NEVER know for sure, there could always be a situation in which a dog WILL hurt someone.

    • @pfloydsux
      @pfloydsux 11 місяців тому +25

      What do you mean? Vanessa literally starts out saying she's aggressive during the groom and needs to be muzzled. Animals need to have their boundaries respected. Most creatures are capable of biting if pushed past their limits. Don't make the mistake of assuming any animal would "never hurt anyone."

    • @nivision
      @nivision 11 місяців тому +12

      I love dogs but as a former postal delivery person, "never hurt a soul" is the rallying cry coming from every owner whose dog has bitten a stranger. for safety, never assume how a dog is with someone they don't individually interact with daily. went up to my dad's girlfriend's dog wrong once and came an inch away from losing an eye, still got stitches. they're living creatures with their own perogative and entitled to it, it's up to us to respect it.

    • @LawnOrnament
      @LawnOrnament 10 місяців тому +7

      A growling, snapping dog absolutely is telling you that they will hurt you. That’s what that is lol. I love dogs, but their language needs to be respected. Dogs can and will hurt you if you push their boundaries. Any dog will bite in the right circumstances.

  • @SnakeandTheCrown
    @SnakeandTheCrown 11 місяців тому +411

    The German shepherd side eye throughout is so dang funny. Maya was such a good girl despite her cranky moments

    • @JK-sh8rc
      @JK-sh8rc 11 місяців тому +7

      Maya looked less than impressed lol!

  • @A_English_Gent
    @A_English_Gent 11 місяців тому +122

    you got to love a good Furrnado.

    • @chiberjuberdourado2487
      @chiberjuberdourado2487 11 місяців тому +11

      Unless you’re the one who cleans it up! And seeing how it’s not us, we LOVE it!!

    • @devildog17013
      @devildog17013 11 місяців тому +7

      Fluff therapy 😉

  • @katherinewilliams2674
    @katherinewilliams2674 11 місяців тому +497

    Back in the 1970’s, since groomers were few and far between in our town, my mom taught herself to do a “puppy cut” on our pet poodles. She did it by checking out books from the library!

    • @jscho8674
      @jscho8674 11 місяців тому +35

      Way to go Mom! That's awesome!

    • @joyful_tanya
      @joyful_tanya 11 місяців тому +21

      ​@@wheresmycoffee8998I'm very sorry for your loss. You did a great job learning how to groom him. Run free beyond the rainbow bridge 🌈

    • @amyralls6218
      @amyralls6218 11 місяців тому +9

      ​@@wheresmycoffee8998I'm so very sorry for your loss.

    • @lucklessluce557
      @lucklessluce557 11 місяців тому

      @wheresmycoffee8998 I'm so sorry for your loss

    • @winnieo6837
      @winnieo6837 11 місяців тому +4

      That’s what I do for my poodle in between groomer appointments.

  • @HolldollMcG
    @HolldollMcG 3 місяці тому +3

    What a lovely lady! I know it's a tough process for an old dog to be groomed, but I'm sure she felt loads better being clean and matt-free. You always show such patience and compassion with the the animals you groom, and it's inspiring!

  • @annetteschmitz646
    @annetteschmitz646 11 місяців тому +288

    Maya is gorgeous! I personally don't like the show line look, I can't imagine why they are bred to look like that when it prevents them from doing the job they were supposed to do. German Shepards have always been one of my favorite breeds and I hope the working line will become more popular in the future!

    • @imdone8645
      @imdone8645 11 місяців тому +58

      yea especially since they are more prone to hip issues :(

    • @susanfender307
      @susanfender307 11 місяців тому +71

      I completely agree- form should enhance function, not hinder. See also brachycephalic breeds like pugs and bulldogs- I love the bully 'tude, but not health issues.

    • @kutanra
      @kutanra 11 місяців тому +51

      ​@@susanfender307There's a breeder who has managed to reverse the squash on their French Bulldog line and they look so much cuter!

    • @tianamarie989
      @tianamarie989 11 місяців тому +5

      ​@@kutanrareally? Do you have a link?

    • @tegueggu
      @tegueggu 11 місяців тому +2

      @@tianamarie989multiple breeders do that.

  • @donquixote1502
    @donquixote1502 11 місяців тому +85

    She behaved very well. Her little "reaction" came after being handled for some time. She was very open with her reaction, she did not want to bite. I had a longhaired GSD as my k-9 partner, and a better dog has I never met.

  • @stephgreen3070
    @stephgreen3070 11 місяців тому +29

    Oh man. When she was on the drying table, shook and a chunk of her coat flew out lol! She delicately sniffed at it as if to say “well, ok…Maybe I do need a groom after all.” Lovely dog🦮

  • @meltcmelinda4012
    @meltcmelinda4012 11 місяців тому +169

    Having been owned by three German Shepherds over a period of 41years, the temperament is key to what an owner is looking for in a Shepherd. Meya is one beautiful long hair Shepherd. All three of our Shepherds were different in temperament so we had to adapt to them and we trained them for our needs, wants and sharing their lives with us humans. I wouldn't take a millions dollars for any of them as they were not dogs but teachers, protectors and lovers of humans, if they knew you. When we lost our second Shepherd, age 121/2 I just about didn't make it myself as she was our child. The only thing that kept me going was my husband seeing my heart broken said one day. lets ride up to this city about two hours from our home, I want to show you something I think you will love. Upon arriving at this home in the country we turned in the drive and first thingI saw were two Shepherds. One solid black, male, the other solid white, female, and they were the parents of some pups. I fell in love with one of the puppy, female solid black and would I not put her down. My husband bought her for me and I held her the entire trip home in my lap as she pushed her beautiful soft furry body into my arms. That was the start of a 15 year relationship that pulled me out of the depression I was lost in for months into a world filled with love that only a dog provides We lost her on New Years Eve 2020.
    As for grooming, we did everything from bath to brushing, training, playing, you name it , we shared it with them. They traveled with us on our vacations or we stayed home to enjoy the time.

    • @michelledml3162
      @michelledml3162 11 місяців тому +24

      I started crying as I was reading this because I too lost my beautiful GS named Boss and took to my bed for 3 weeks. I have loved all my dogs both before and after him, but he was and always will be the best dog I ever had. So, I understand your suffering over the loss and the depression that can follow.

    • @trb2888
      @trb2888 11 місяців тому +11

      What a lovely story. Thanks for sharing it with us.

    • @meltcmelinda4012
      @meltcmelinda4012 11 місяців тому +16

      @@michelledml3162 thank you sharing your story of Boss. What a testament of his life and love he and you shared. Animals can truly make us better people and loving them as they guide us in our lives.

    • @megmucklebones7538
      @megmucklebones7538 11 місяців тому +9

      Bless you and all your past and future dogs. I'm sadly not lucky enough to have one of these beauties, I would treat my dog like a king or queen, but alas I have no money or the space for one. It's looking like I would have to win the lottery, which I would give it all for just one dog.

    • @pamelaj.betz-baron2420
      @pamelaj.betz-baron2420 10 місяців тому +4

      ​@@megmucklebones7538 ((HUGS))

  • @BobbieJeanM
    @BobbieJeanM 11 місяців тому +258

    She is beautiful in the after pictures and looks much happier once she is outside. “Don’t even think about it” is something my dog has heard quite a few times! 👍💕😉

    • @leighrate
      @leighrate 11 місяців тому +19

      And they are about as stoppable as a 3 year old in their Sunday best who's just seen a puddle...

    • @wwhb4780
      @wwhb4780 11 місяців тому +4

      Yep, seems to have the same meaning in every conceivable dog language 😀

    • @allared9008
      @allared9008 11 місяців тому +5

      That before and after transformation was incredible! Such a pretty lady.

  • @chantristrammell6088
    @chantristrammell6088 11 місяців тому +112

    She looked so defeated in the after shot, I know she was tired but she looked soooo much better. Thank you for the work you put in, especially on difficult pets.

  • @Wildflower1013
    @Wildflower1013 11 місяців тому +269

    I love the curly bits of fur on Maya's back that don't lay flat haha soooo adorable! Your new course will be good for all pet owners! Even if someone doesn't necessarily want to groom themselves, it will teach them what a good groomer should and shouldn't be doing, and what to ask for when going to the groomers.

    • @alexisgrunden1556
      @alexisgrunden1556 11 місяців тому +20

      Maya got babysat by a cow as a pup, it's clear...and the babysitter included bathtime~😂

    • @ferretyluv
      @ferretyluv 11 місяців тому +8

      They’re called cowlicks.

    • @Treebranch_
      @Treebranch_ 11 місяців тому +2

      my doggo got those after his first visit to the groomers. didn't understand why his fur changed (still don't, exactly. just assuming it's normal.) @ferretyluv glad to know what those are now

  • @clairstrange4362
    @clairstrange4362 11 місяців тому +353

    I’m looking forward to the course. I have a 17 year old shihtzu who can no longer be groomed at the groomers. So a course on what correct tools to use (such as a brush to brush a dog with wavy hair) to do it without stressing Daisy out. Thanks for all you do, Vanessa.

    • @JAYDOG1337A
      @JAYDOG1337A 11 місяців тому +28

      Wow, that's one old dog, you must take good care of it.

    • @clairstrange4362
      @clairstrange4362 11 місяців тому +8

      @@JAYDOG1337A yup. It’s amazing!!

    • @21_f_aus
      @21_f_aus 11 місяців тому +18

      My boy was 17 he passed away over 6mths ago when he passed he was 6months away from turning 18

    • @allanramusiewicz996
      @allanramusiewicz996 11 місяців тому +15

      @@21_f_ausGod Bless You and Your Boy I Can’t even Imagine How Much You Miss him ❤️‍🩹♥️

    • @CosmoQueen2900
      @CosmoQueen2900 11 місяців тому +12

      Holy crap 17??? I know your pup must be living the good life with ya'll to have gotten to such an age.

  • @meridithg.42
    @meridithg.42 11 місяців тому +8

    "Nasty Critter" is a hilarious name for deep-cleaning shampoo.

  • @lorettacarroll6015
    @lorettacarroll6015 11 місяців тому +6

    I remember you mentioning a show line before and how that affects their back and hips (and I am sure internal organs as well).

  • @CallMeKes
    @CallMeKes 11 місяців тому +23

    One of the MANY things I love about this channel is how Girl with the dogs (Vanessa?) is so patient and understanding of animals that might otherwise be considered aggressive. Even dogs that ARE aggressive! She's so wonderful to them.

  • @devildog17013
    @devildog17013 11 місяців тому +40

    Maya is a beautiful dog. While my personal preference is for working line shepherds, I do like the temperament of the show line.

  • @agiles6483
    @agiles6483 11 місяців тому +68

    I love how you adapt your grooming plan to the dog, the breed, their behavior, age, etc. especially when you have groomed that dog previously. I have learned so much from all of your videos, but the long form is especially instructional.

  • @leese.23
    @leese.23 11 місяців тому +80

    I love the pep talks that you give the doggies before you bathe them. How exciting about the classes I don't have a dog right now but I am a dog lover!😊

  • @filsh8546
    @filsh8546 11 місяців тому +46

    I love the idea of a course. My 15 year old Shih Tzu is becoming stubborn, and I’m afraid that the groomer is going to have a harder time with him. I bathed him last week, and he was so difficult with me when he’s never misbehaved during a bath before! He also has arthritis and hip issues and I know waiting around in the groomer’s kennel is stressful. I’ve been toying with the idea of doing the grooming myself so this could not come at a better time.

  • @rose.g.
    @rose.g. 11 місяців тому +4

    You could save that fur for birds and squirrels to make their nests. It'll keep squirrels from tearing up patio furniture cushions, etc. You can also make "Cheingora" yarn from the undercoat.

  • @tjs114
    @tjs114 11 місяців тому +27

    There was a group of grooming shops where I grew up that during the summer offered a 5 night course on 'basic home grooming for your dog.' They focused on how to properly give your dog a bath, how to dry them and how to brush out coats and how to properly trim nails and dewclaws. The idea was if people did the basic grooming, they wouldn't need to go to the groomer as often. This was the 1970s and my parents paid for the class so i could learn to take care of our Samoyed/Cocker Spaniel mix. He was a tap dancer that sang the ancestral song of the unhappy wet cotton ball. Ever towel dry a Samoyed? Yeah. It did however save us a ton of money because he got brushed every day and a bath every month - or more if needed.

  • @blackwingrose
    @blackwingrose 11 місяців тому +35

    This video is a good example of the benefits of working regularly with the same groomer; Vanessa knew precisely how Maya reacted to things and was able to handle her to the best of both their comfort and safety.

  • @Smannellites
    @Smannellites 11 місяців тому +16

    I must say that I am surprised that the "showline" variation of the GS breed is allowed to persist, knowing the health, joint and mobility issues that they have.

    • @brynnmacflynn
      @brynnmacflynn 11 місяців тому +8

      I mean, knowing that French Bulldogs are still allowed to be bred, nothing is surprising sadly.

    • @Smannellites
      @Smannellites 11 місяців тому +3

      @@brynnmacflynn We've always adopted crossbreed rescue dogs, because we object to the unhealthy inbreeding that occurs. My sister had a black lab, supposedly from a reputable breeder, that from puppyhood had terrible joint problems and dermatitis - all known risks of this breed.

    • @brynnmacflynn
      @brynnmacflynn 11 місяців тому +3

      @@Smannellites Same--all my pets have been rescue mutts extraordinaire. However, if I were getting an animal for a job, I'd definitely be going with a well-bred if not pure-bred animal.

  • @joewright2304
    @joewright2304 11 місяців тому +43

    It really wasn't until the end that her doggie timer began to run out. She really is a good tempered pooch. Y'all did a great job!

  • @BeautyMonster1000
    @BeautyMonster1000 11 місяців тому +24

    She's absolutely gorgeous and the fabulous grooming job brings that out!

  • @morganlafae1882
    @morganlafae1882 11 місяців тому +39

    I simply love German Shepherds. Never had one myself, but have been around several. Wonderful, loyal dogs especially when they're properly trained.
    Enjoy your channel! Blessings to you and yours.

  • @lynnejohnston8922
    @lynnejohnston8922 11 місяців тому +13

    What absolutely beautiful dog Maya is she looks so happier in the after picture and one she got outside I absolutely love long haired German shepherd dog's..I would like to take the time out to appreciate all the hard work that Vanessa put's into grooming all these awesome Dog's and Cat's as well Vanessa always does a absolutely fantastic job and I would like to take the time out to thank Vanessa from all the Dog's and Cat's that can't say it for themselves. Vanessa you are absolutely amazing..👍🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏻💯👏👏

  • @Marina__rp
    @Marina__rp 11 місяців тому +7

    Maya's face on "after" picture is simply priceless 😂

  • @deawinter
    @deawinter 11 місяців тому +11

    Excited for the course!! My mom owns a chowchow. She’s a difficult groom at the best of times, and my mom and I are the people she’s most comfortable with, so I think learning to do it at home would be good for all of us.

  • @HelenCamile63
    @HelenCamile63 11 місяців тому +2

    She was so cooperative despite clearly being unhappy. Sweet beautiful girl ❤

  • @MelaniePoparad
    @MelaniePoparad 11 місяців тому +9

    She’s a beauty! She looks fantastic. It’s always interesting to see how we often get used to the doggos getting unkempt. Then we get smashed in the face with the transformation! I love it.

  • @ncwordman
    @ncwordman 11 місяців тому +17

    Two and a half hours! Maya was so good for such a length of time. She must be able to tell that you're on her side. :)

  • @nestrior7733
    @nestrior7733 11 місяців тому +4

    What a gorgeous German Shedder, absolutely adore her.

  • @khfan4life365
    @khfan4life365 11 місяців тому +21

    My grandparents had a long haired German Shepherd. His name was Rusty. Tolerated kid but preferred to be around adults. He was a beauty. Long haired German Shepherds look very majestic, just like Zeus and Maya did.

  • @argowibowo7968
    @argowibowo7968 11 місяців тому +3

    My first dog in the 70s was a long haired show line shepherd. Without fail she would wait for me in the front yard everytime I cameback from school. At that time groomers were few and far between, so I had to bathe her myself everytime. Maya brought back all the fond memories I had with her. Thank you.

  • @jeanetteroye2525
    @jeanetteroye2525 11 місяців тому +15

    🤩. I am a pet sitter, not a groomer. I love ❤️ watching your grooming videos. Your care and transformation are a joy 🤩

  • @michaelbland7086
    @michaelbland7086 11 місяців тому +19

    I have a 13 year old Maltese that was a breeder dog that inherited after my mom passed. I’ve started grooming her every two weeks as I can’t find a groomer in HI accepting new clients. I’ve learned quite a bit from your vlogs and now actually not giving her bad haircuts. Maintaining her every two weeks is a lot better then waiting 2 months as her coat grows so fast. I’ve especially learned about how important maintaining the paw pads are. Many thanks!

  • @jennstewart3003
    @jennstewart3003 11 місяців тому +8

    She absolutely lost 1/3 of herself with the groom. No wonder she looks so disappointed lol. Great job Vanessa. It's a testament to your handling and relationship with Maya that she's actually pretty well mannered for a cranky old lady.

  • @jaer492
    @jaer492 11 місяців тому +38

    Love the idea of a course, we used to groom one of our dogs at home and one at the groomers. Just because you can do it at home doesnt mean you always want to, as we learned groomers are in fact worth their weight in gold. Beautiful Maya reminded me so much of my senior girl (although she was much much smaller)

  • @barbarawoodhouse5514
    @barbarawoodhouse5514 11 місяців тому +11

    Thanks for sharing Maya's grooming appointment with us. She is a beauty.

  • @TheRealWaYyy
    @TheRealWaYyy 11 місяців тому +6

    Your voice is so therapeutic I could listen to u all day

  • @monicaleanos5874
    @monicaleanos5874 11 місяців тому +17

    Thank you much for offering the grooming class! We have been doing it ourselves for a few years now and we're so exited to learn how to do it properly! You're so awesome GWTD....

  • @toomanyhobbies2011
    @toomanyhobbies2011 11 місяців тому +5

    Whoever decided to breed Shepherds with short hind legs, caused a lot of pain and suffering which I've seen firsthand.

  • @bevalexander5897
    @bevalexander5897 11 місяців тому +6

    What a stunning dog! I worked with a GSD in Iraq that I thought was the best looking Shepherd that I had ever seen. But, Maya has him beat. She is stunning!

  • @KayXoXo4
    @KayXoXo4 11 місяців тому +2

    Shes sweet even when she smiled at the brush lol. Like she did want to bite but didn't at the same time lol. She wants to tear it up but not tear you up. What a beauty 😍 both are some gorgeous gorgeous baby's 😍 cant wait to see his groom.

    • @bamagirl9930
      @bamagirl9930 11 місяців тому +1

      Smiled. I like that. I guess my GSD smiles too. Lol

    • @KayXoXo4
      @KayXoXo4 11 місяців тому

      @bamagirl9930 mine smiles sometimes too 🤣🤣 mostly at new people.

  • @ladyjustice1474
    @ladyjustice1474 11 місяців тому +32

    Maya looks majestic before and after her groom. You can see she's a sweet pup. Her owners did a beautiful job.

  • @denisegallant149
    @denisegallant149 11 місяців тому +14

    I loved the expression on her face at the beginning of the bath. I think you were either saying "she is very good" or "she is very dorty". Either way , she had the "I dont think so look" on her face. Dogs are so expressive

  • @undisclosedmemoirs1567
    @undisclosedmemoirs1567 11 місяців тому +20

    I have to say that I learned A LOT by watching your videos and not just about the grooming process but also regarding all the different breeds of dogs and cats. My dog is a german shepard and Estrela Mountain Dog mix (it's a portuguese breed) and is eleven years old. I could never quite understand at what temperature the water should be to make the bath part more confortable for her. Sometimes i'm afraid I am burning her or freezing her to death. She became quite calm the more i groomed her and started taking tips from your videos (although she silently becomes a spider and climbs the walls) but i'm always afraid i am doing something wrong that may be stressing her.... I am happy that you are going to start a course for this, it's going to be so helpful to a lot of people!

  • @Clavel688
    @Clavel688 11 місяців тому +3

    My beautiful and never forgotten boy was a long haired German Shepherd. He hated bath, but loved the brushing. Sweet memories...

  • @glengamble526
    @glengamble526 11 місяців тому +2

    Someone should invent a booth dogs can step into that blows war air from all sides, thus drying them quicker. Build a comfortable hatch for their head to stick out of and voila…it keeps them in place and does the trick with less fuss.

  • @anacarpenter9254
    @anacarpenter9254 11 місяців тому +24

    Magnificent Maia. The calming down process before her grooming and keeping Maia calm step by step
    is incredible. Yourself as a dog groomer, have an extremely pleasant nature that appeals to the dog owners the dogs themselves. What a career. A beauty Spa however often, would be rewarding for the dog
    groomer. Hint hint. ❤😊

  • @linuxwitch
    @linuxwitch 11 місяців тому +3

    I also have a nine year old longhair GSD rescue girl! The amount of fur they blow is staggering! She’ll actually jump into the tub when she wants a bath... I’m guessing that’s not too common? 😂 I still get Teh DrAmA Teef and commentary when brushing the epic butt fluff.

    • @QUICKBOOKS1
      @QUICKBOOKS1 11 місяців тому +2

      THANK YOU. Ours used to sit in the Walk-In Shower, and, tall us when he wanted a shower. He would sniff himself, and, then head straight for the shower.

  • @margodphd
    @margodphd 11 місяців тому +1

    She's beautiful - I hope her back legs continue to carry her trough years without trouble and pain :(

  • @susangarland6869
    @susangarland6869 11 місяців тому +5

    I'm so there with the grooming course. Could you please, please include a detailed section (with diagrams) on nail clipping? Especially for black nails? Please?

  • @GB-yv5qk
    @GB-yv5qk 10 місяців тому +1

    I just love, love, love German Shepherds. My German Shepherd called Mia passed away December 2022 and I’m still grieving. Washing and brushing brings back memories as Mia hated anything to do with hygiene 🙂😍

  • @alyssajakielek687
    @alyssajakielek687 11 місяців тому +4

    I have a good friend who has one.. I only hope she'll eventually be this calm (The dog, my friend is usually pretty calm... the floof is however a bit of a demon child)

  • @subtropical1228
    @subtropical1228 11 місяців тому +2

    she is GORGEOUS

  • @barbarajean7208
    @barbarajean7208 11 місяців тому +1

    She looks so annoyed in the after photo! She did very well for her age and tolerance level. What a beautiful girl!

  • @shauxuhrwilsongrim
    @shauxuhrwilsongrim 11 місяців тому +20

    We used to have a show line german shepherd about 15 years ago. She still had a slight curve on her back, but it was not nearly as noticeable as they have now. She was the bestest dog ever, she was there before I was born so I got to grow my early years with her. Of course I was still so young when she passed and I still miss her, but I wouldn't change it for the world.
    While I would love to have a german shepherd, basically all registered reputable work line breeders want the new owners to do some sort of sport regularly with them, and I'm not quite ready for all of that. And the health issues are why I don't want a show line german shepherd.
    An option would be to get an adult from the work line, that's maybe more laid back. But that would be like searching for a needle in a haystack. Not to mention that they would have to be fine with cats and other dogs.
    I'm currently doing research on other shepherd-type dog breeds to find one that would fit my lifestyle and that would be as healthy as I can find. I'm also reading about other type of dogs, but I have the most experience with shepherds.
    (I'm also looking at rescues, but the issue about being compatible with my lifestyle and other animals still stands.)

    • @MM-jf1me
      @MM-jf1me 11 місяців тому

      Have you found any other breeds that have made your shortlist?

    • @twoglcox
      @twoglcox 11 місяців тому +2

      Check out Anotolian shepards. Breed yo protect sheep in Turkey. Raised with the lambs, large dogs, gen t le but fearless and protective of their flock

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 11 місяців тому

      ​@@twoglcoxthey do well with cats, too

    • @ferelith-NZ
      @ferelith-NZ 11 місяців тому

      King Shepherd maybe?

    • @shauxuhrwilsongrim
      @shauxuhrwilsongrim 11 місяців тому +1

      @@twoglcox @ferelith-NZ thanks for the suggestions, I've read about them both before but sadly we don't have them in my country.

  • @murphala
    @murphala 11 місяців тому +17

    I was just this moment trying to cut my cockalier because I couldn’t find a grooming appointment until July… and turned on your video to get a look at your clippers and watch your technique more closely… and as if you were my fairy dogmother granting a wish, you announced the course! Thank you! I can’t wait to learn more, but I’m afraid Phoebe will have to endure a hack job in the meantime! 😊

  • @karlar534
    @karlar534 11 місяців тому +1

    She looks so happy on the before pic. The after pic she looked tired defeated. 😅

  • @victoriakraft6055
    @victoriakraft6055 11 місяців тому +18

    Maya was a good girl. It’s exhausting for elderly dogs to have grooming done 💜🙏🌈

  • @thorild69
    @thorild69 11 місяців тому +1

    Breathtaking, gorgeous, and sweet as candy!
    She is the goodest girl!

  • @aetherislife4060
    @aetherislife4060 10 місяців тому +7

    Oh my god as a person who has an extremely anxious dog who doesn’t get any less anxious on medication and has been rejected by a multitude of groomers being told that she will probably have to go under anesthesia to be groomed by someone else I’m so grateful that you are putting out a course to show people how to groom their pets I have been trying to learn so this is really awesome thank you so much for doing something like that so excited for it to come out!!

    • @johncspine2787
      @johncspine2787 10 місяців тому

      Human medications (Prozac and trazodone esp) are not the answer in dogs..they can let the animals natural inhibitions go free and actually make them more bitey than before, or at least that’s what I saw with my GF’s dog..come to think about it, those drugs didn’t do my GF any good either, lol..

  • @ositagordita8550
    @ositagordita8550 11 місяців тому +1

    Maya behaved like an angel.

  • @amyralls6218
    @amyralls6218 11 місяців тому +2

    Such a beautiful dog!! My toy poodle has a problem standing for a couple of hours getting bathed and groomed. I think it can just get exhausting for them to pretty much stand in one place for so long. I typically groom her face last because I can do her face with her sitting or laying down, so she can "rest" when I'm doing that! Of course, I'm bathing and grooming her at home, so I don't have the fancy belly bands, etc. that you have!

  • @gilliantague
    @gilliantague 11 місяців тому +4

    Maya looks so much like my Papa's dog I grew up with! His name was Cato and he would let me ride on his back. He was the best dog and I still miss him decades later. ❤

  • @tammyhughes7497
    @tammyhughes7497 11 місяців тому +5

    You are so patient and your relationship with each dog shows how caring you are and have their best interest at heart. Ensuring they are comfortable after you have groomed them.

  • @amixeblu
    @amixeblu 11 місяців тому +3

    My GSD had hip dysplasia. It comes with the breed, due to this kind of breeding, unfortunately. No issues until she was 4 years old, though. We walked and ran her each day (walked/ran next to my disability scooter). She was fine for quite some time.

  • @deborahstone2616
    @deborahstone2616 11 місяців тому +5

    Aww 🥰 what a good girl Maya is. My German Shepherd ran out of the bathroom and hid under the table with his first bath. Love the way you use the scissors to texture her fur. Very professional 😁

  • @maylinerosario3885
    @maylinerosario3885 11 місяців тому +2

    We had a "straight back" German Shepherd and she was literally saint. Very low energy but fierce protecting the family. We can still find her fur around since she could shed a lot all year long due to our climate. But she was constantly brushed and bathed when the temperatures were not her liking.
    And you can barely feel her all her 107lbs of power until she had enough LOL

  • @oliveyule
    @oliveyule 11 місяців тому +1

    What a pretty and well behaved girl

  • @katej2284
    @katej2284 Місяць тому +1

    She's gorgeous

  • @jimflinchbaugh335
    @jimflinchbaugh335 11 місяців тому +1

    Coated shepherds are just stunning animals!

  • @lindawatts5102
    @lindawatts5102 10 місяців тому +1

    She was such a good girl bless her

  • @lt34102
    @lt34102 11 місяців тому +1

    My Champion Bitch was bred out of some of the best lines of the time. She was a great family dog, calm and solid temperament. She still stood up and sent a large male Rotty screaming out of our property when he menaced "her" kids. Show dogs are STILL GSDs!

    • @QUICKBOOKS1
      @QUICKBOOKS1 11 місяців тому

      Loyalties. That's Awesome.

  • @iamjustjudy
    @iamjustjudy 11 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely gorgeous! She was such a good girl !

  • @claireangier3322
    @claireangier3322 8 місяців тому +1

    She's a beautiful girl! ❤

  • @teamadventurebeagle4392
    @teamadventurebeagle4392 10 місяців тому +1

    Do you ever just sit and pluck out the loose tufts? That always was so soothing to me

  • @asleepyb0i400
    @asleepyb0i400 11 місяців тому +13

    Maya was so incredibly patient and sweet during that whole grooming- even though she made it obvious she didn’t appreciate the pulling. She deserves all the treats! I totally get the not-enjoying brushing bit through experience, as my 16 y/o kitty is the same way. Sassy will fight me tooth and nail every time I try brushing her, and we’ve gone through so many combs and brushes to try and find the one she’d like. Of course, none suited her, so it’s come down to her arthritis and sensitive skin being the cause behind her dislike for brushing. Still doesn’t help the fact that I almost always come out of those battles with bites and scratches.
    While I get Sassy not liking her brushing, my 6 m/o rabbit has no excuses 😒 Cloud always wants to be exploring and finding places to squeeze into, so brushing and nail clipping is on the bottom of the things he likes to do. Doesn’t help that he acts like a 16 y/o boy with a chip on his shoulder, but yeah- the concept of brushing just seems to repel my furbabies.

  • @aetherfloats
    @aetherfloats 11 місяців тому +5

    I love her little cowlicks on her back. So cute! Also, what a good girl! Only a few small "nips" that were really only warnings... she's very well trained.

  • @rebeccac33
    @rebeccac33 11 місяців тому +2

    A course for how to groom your dog at home is a WONDERFUL IDEA!!
    Cheers to a successful new business venture.

  • @milivojkaninkovic8811
    @milivojkaninkovic8811 11 місяців тому +1

    German shepherds are just perfect

  • @tthomestead2763
    @tthomestead2763 10 місяців тому +1

    She's a beautiful girl. 😊

  • @ShesAaRebel
    @ShesAaRebel 11 місяців тому +2

    There's a German Shepherd near me also name Maya! She's super old and cranky, but loves to just chill on the front lawn. I drive by her house every day after work, and see her laying down in the shade. And I swear, by the way she sleeps, I'm always afraid she's dead. 😭I have to look closely to see if she's breathing, lol.

  • @Canuckmom128
    @Canuckmom128 11 місяців тому +5

    Maya is certainly magnificent - even more so after her Spa day. Love watching your interactions with your clients, Vanessa - you are so tuned in to their character and movements. Maya was getting a little testy near the end, but you handled her beautifully. She looks stunning in her after photo.

  • @josephwing2758
    @josephwing2758 11 місяців тому +10

    I'm jealous, Maya has more hair than I do.😂😂😂

  • @stacie1199
    @stacie1199 11 місяців тому +6

    I will never understand why they keep the shorter back end as the GSD breed standard. The standard is supposed to be an ideal and all that back end does is cause problems.

  • @Yverian
    @Yverian 11 місяців тому +2

    I had one, she was gorgeous. I lost her Halloween before last. She was well loved but always difficult. The Vets had to sedate her to clip her nails, but I loved her to pieces.

  • @denisecraftylady238
    @denisecraftylady238 11 місяців тому +3

    What a sweet girl maya is 💕

  • @oceanannika
    @oceanannika 11 місяців тому +2

    It would be so interesting to hear your opinions on all the common dog breeds and what health problems you've encountered with each breed

  • @mariehansen2534
    @mariehansen2534 11 місяців тому +4

    Beautiful dog and I guess as we get older, the tolerance levels get lower, she wasn't too bad though. I loved it when she said " don't go there ", I know she didn't say it people, but it was appropriate for the time.
    Its a lovely process to watch, when they are behaved. Take care.

  • @em945
    @em945 11 місяців тому +1

    She's Beautiful!

  • @CristinaF210
    @CristinaF210 11 місяців тому +4

    you are incredible with these angels, you really are, and trying to teach people to groom shows how much you care

  • @ecbst6
    @ecbst6 11 місяців тому +3

    Maya's beautiful 🙂

  • @ferretyluv
    @ferretyluv 11 місяців тому +4

    I wish you’d use the undercoat rake, fur nozzle, and equigroomer more often. It’s so satisfying seeing all the fur come out.

  • @mishagirl01
    @mishagirl01 11 місяців тому +1

    I truly admire you. You take no crap, and still make these babies look amazing! If my UNdramatic Husky and I are ever back east, I'd love to see you! My girl is a champion sleeper, and I had her for 5 mos. before I even knew she could bark. She's a great throw rug.