How to Deal With Misbehavior and Stubborn Dogs
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Today, I'm talking about general dog misbehavior and training stubborn dogs. This video provides a solid overview of how misbehavior is defined and how one should approach finding solutions.
I hope you guys enjoy!
This channel is devoted to providing a window into the life of professional dog trainer, Stonnie Dennis. I talk about dog training, boarding, health, equipment, and all the things that go into owning and running a successful dog training and boarding kennel.
At our kennel we place special emphasis on helping dogs reach their full potential through the use of physically and mentally demanding activities. Our primary goal is to help families raise happy, healthy, well socialized, canine companions.
We especially love training Labrador Retrievers, so don't be surprised when you see Labs of every age, size, shape, and color!!!
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Are you a fan of my training style, but can’t travel to Kentucky to see me in person? No worries! I offer an awesome online dog training course, which includes access to an array of exclusive videos and content, personalized coaching, journaling, and in-depth mentoring and evaluation by yours truly! Just need some an advice or have a couple questions you need answered? I also offer professional consulting by the hour.
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Thank you all for your remarkable support over the years! I cannot express enough how grateful I am for your appreciation and patronage of this channel, my training style, and my kennel. Always remember, it’s a great day for a puppy-sized adventure!
-Stonnie Dennis, Dog Trainer
Hi Stonnie. My name is Kandi and I love your videos. I have two border Collie mini Aussie mix pups. I have minimally implemented some of the things that I’ve learned from watching you. I need help and I’m wondering what the hour consultation with you would look like. My pups are eight months old
Thanks very much, Stonnie, for your videos.....however, I was hoping that you could put some more tips about what to DO when these behaviours occur, instead of just why. I enjoy your gentle nature etc., it’s just that I don’t have a lot of time, and need just the information/steps to take, to address the problem that the title advertises. WHAT did you DO, to change each dogs behaviour? (other than, “...be consistent, and practice...”)
Thanks for what you do.
@@kandisweetonfitness lol are they a handful?
@@kandisweetonfitness it’s $250
Hi, I was wondering when you have 2 dogs why you need to have one set of expectations. I agree, but my BF has raised his large great bull (that he inherited from a former roommate) and his Aussie Collie for many years. The Great Bull has done a fabulous job of playing dumb and using it to get away with everything, while Jake, is just a gem.
A bit of information you might want to think about giving your viewers. If you dog makes a sudden change of behavior to you or any member of the family and it is not displaying that behavior to everyone in the family, please tell them to get that person a good physical!!!!! I used to raise show dogs and had brought a new 10 week old puppy into my kennel in hopes that she would fit into our breeding program in a few years. From day one, every time I started to work with her, she would growl and bite at my arms! I was shocked, put the blame on her breeding, on her breeder, on everything except myself! I had never even heard of a 10 week old puppy being that aggressive! I returned her to her breeder, then about three weeks later I went in for my routine yearly physical and discovered that my blood sugar was in the 700's!!!! My own dogs had slowly adjusted to my rising blood sugars and of course they trusted me no matter how I smelled, but the new puppy had no idea I was going to treat her well, she just knew I smelled dangerously wrong and acted accordingly! I explained everything to her breeder, got her back once I had my own health under control and she turned out to be the very best dogs I ever had the privilege of knowing! She was with me for 16 years and is gone now and I will always be thankful for the lesson she taught me!
A good friend of mine was gifted a miniature poodle.
The poodle started waking my friend up during the night.
Low blood sugar. It brought about an in-depth review of her insulin type and dose. Dogs are so incredible.
Wow! Good dog ❤️ glad you had a good long time together.
Great point
Dogs are amazing… A TRUE GIFT FROM GOD🐾🦮
That is an incredible story! Thank you so much for sharing.
The sincerity is a breath of fresh air.
It's funny watching the different breeds doing the obstacle course and observing their facial expressions. The Ridgeback is like, "this is cool, but why are we doing this and when is this over?". The Labs, like with everything in life are like "this is the best thing ever, I love you!" 😂😂
The timing of this video is perfect for me. I've been frustrated with my 2 yr. old lab cause he still won't consistently come. He seems to love other dogs (and people) more than listening to me. After watching this, I think I'm not being as consistent and not giving him the right motivation. Today I broke out some treats and found an old ball that he loves and damn if Blue didn't come to me every time I called, with 5 other dogs and owners surrounding us. Now to review past videos and see how to gradually get rid of the treats. :)
I am so glad I found your channel! I have a 5 year old yellow lab and I recently started dog sitting. My dog is confident and well behaved so I was a bit naive assuming that was the norm. Although I love dog sitting, I have found that most the dogs come from busy families and have a hard time with the basics like leash walking, riding in vehicles, etc. Your videos are helping me gain the skills to positively affect their behavior in the time they are with me.
I’m going back and watching some earlier videos, and I’ve got to say, you are the best! This video applies to relationships with people as well. Brilliant.
Thank you!
Awesome Stonnie, thank you for the great reminders. In the last year, we’ve lost our 2 old Bostons. But it’s so hard, even tho we have a sweet gentle Cavalier (duh!), that’s 4. My boy Boston was the perfect dog of a lifetime...very discerning, obedient, playful, calm ,confident , friendly. Gentle with newborn humans, elderly, kids, dogsMore than once we saw him run in to a group of big dogs at the dog park that he thought were getting too aggressive playing. One by one he pushed them away and gave a “woof”. The big dogs (boxer, lab, shepherd) stood there looking at him as if to say”who was that masked man?”
The second senior Boston was a puppy mill mom, rescue, with a few insecurity issues, but we worked them out over the second half of her life. She kind of took on the puppy Cav as her little puppy project. She taught him many things and protected him and little children in her life. Both Boston had lots of training with me.
The Cav seems to be enjoying being an only child, but I will say that everyone but I let him get by on looks. Then I feel like I’m starting over after he has spent the afternoon with my husband visiting the nursing home. He gives him many treats all day, because he’s rewarding him for being his pal. Your video is excellent in reminding me to keep at it and keep Dusty’s standards high. It’s funny, cause the more work (tricks etc) I give him, the more he wants to stay by my side. I spent one summer when I was about 10, trying our Boston , so I could have a circus and show people. Now I’m 70. Still enjoy it. Who would think a Cavalier could be so challenging......Then again, maybe it’s my husband who is the challenge.😱🤫 Be blest. Thanks a bunch☦️👩🏻🦳🐾
I’m aspiring to own my own kennel, groom, show/compete, and train and maybe even start my own bloodlines of show bred standard aussies. And I love your methods and how you address things. I’ve learned a few new things from you thank you.
I also love watching how the dogs follow you more and more as you walk each one. By the 3rd dog you’ve got a whole pack at your feet and in the way. Such a great thing to see!
Stonnie... My wife just watched this video... Then called me and said OMG Stonnie is so right..! I am the reason why our dog is so spoiled and has bad manners... I was like ummm uh huh... I know... LOL. THANK YOU!
Kids too ?
Awwww! Love ❤️ I enjoy so much your videos, make me so happy. Thank you!
Stonnie, thank you for your channel. I have a 12 week old Dalmatian puppy after my 13 year old Boxer Dalmatian mix died. So it's a long time that I have been training a little puppy and I forgot a lot. Living in a big city is different than living in Kentucky on a farm. But your advices opened my eyes to possibilities you even have in big town to train your dog in healthy and challenging way. With your advice I got the opportunity to remember and doing better (!!!). You are very inspiring and I love your empathy and perspective on a dogs soul. Thank you for encouraging me to be a better dog handler and reminding me everything needs it's time. Keep doing the excellent job you do. Can't wait for more videos.
Greeting from Berlin/ Germany -across the ocean.
There are plenty of puppy sized adventures in big cities, you just have to look at things with an open mind. Good luck!
Another great informative video...thank you!
Thanks for watching!
i Love your channel..from a yankee stuck in new york..God bless sir..Great channel
Thank you! I’m glad you like our content!
My ex-wife was right: I'm the problem! 🤣🤣
Oh jeez I know that pain myself, when someone sits down next to you and it shifts the cushions when you're really sore X_X
Check for pain before you train. I heard that for horses and it's equally true for dogs. When we had my first two dogs, one didn't want to jump. I'm glad I listened to her, because she turned out to have hip problems.
Lance was growling at me when I would go to scoot him over. I started pairing it with a verbal "scoot over" before I'd move him. Turns out, as I suspected, what I was doing was scaring him. He didn't know what to expect. Now, as long as I give him that advance notice that i'm going to nudge him over or pick him up and move him, he's absolutely fine.
I really respect you as a trainer, and I'm really really picky. You definitely understand them, and get results without cruelty. Wonderful to see, and I look forward to learning more from you!
Can confirm the good looking dog problem, my black Dane×Mastiff is very majestic and people let her jump no one wants to tell her no. Her dog walker is complaining she jumps on him and i told him he's not providing enough structure
That lawn goes on forever!
That German Shepherd is so funny & cute!
Amazing work with that Ridgeback.
Very informative video Stonnie. Love the work man, you're truly an inspiration to me. I would definitely wash your truck for free! 😁
Great info in this video, thank you :)
You should put together some shareable short clips, or even some YT shorts of you vids. I think everyone with a dog need to see what you said at 36:00 along with your thoughts on exercise. I know "you shoulds" are annoying, but just throwing it out there haha
Good grief! Thank you, Stonnie.Be blest☦️👩🏻🦳🇺🇸carla ohio
I've been enjoying your videos. More input can always broaden my own views... I hope you permit an off-topic question on something I saw in this video: did you notice the slight hip problems in the malinois pup? I think left's worse than right, but either way it might be better for him to avoid stairs for a while, including those in your parcours... It might be stiffness from other reasons, or imbalance due to growth, but those are also reasons to not do stairs. Small signs in pups, often make big issues in adults (that goes for humans too, haha)
He's fine. Every year people get more and more restrictive about what puppies can and can't do From my perspective people spend so little time outdoors, doing physically demanding labor, that the ability to properly evaluate risks and benefits of activities has basically been lost. The whole "puppies should not do stairs" campaign is nonsense and is leading to all kinds of puppies growing up without confidence, appropriate proprioception, and lacking environmental awareness.
If you tried to run my kennel and you interrupted activities every time a person or dog had some small discomfort, then you would be stuck with a bunch of dogs and employees sitting around and getting nothing done.
@@StonnieDennis if I can see it over 2 of your videos, then it's not a small discomfort, but an obvious problem. Don't take my word for it. At least inform the owner that someone has some doubts about the health of his hips, and that they might do well to have it checked just to be sure. In fact, if you don't do that after me pointing it out, they can sue you if the dog develops any hip problems at older age.
@@lukearts2954 People like you drive me absolutely bonkers. I spend more time with dogs every month than you have spent with dogs in your entire life. What in the world makes you think for one second that you know something that I don't know. I'm asking you an honest question here; what makes you believe that your perusal of internet dog training videos puts you in a position to second guess my work? It's literally a ridiculous idea.
The whole world has been turned so far upside down that every person with a smart phone believes they are an expert on everything, when in reality they are most often experts on nothing.
I can't even get my head around your assertion that not only are you an expert on dog gaits and musculoskeletal issues, you are an expert on running businesses, and also an expert on the law...dang that's a whole lot of expertise; I'm not sure how you find time to make such nonsensical posts on UA-cam.
@@StonnieDennis you totally lost it there for a bit, buddy. You don't know me, but trust me, I'm not one of those fb-educated internet trolly douches. I highly doubt that you spend more time around dogs than me, because the most you can spend is an equal amount of time. And yes, I'm talking about professional training. I'm not going to go into a childish comment war, so that'll be it from me. I didn't even read the second half of your tldr comment because I saw that you on the contrary seem to be in that kind of thing. Best of luck. And instead of being such a brute to your viewers, you can join me in hoping that I'm wrong while wishing the best of health for that pup.
@@lukearts2954 I just looked at your content and it's exactly what I figured; nothing of value. No reason to avoid a comment war, you started in with your nonsense now finish it out.
As far as being a brute to my viewers, I do not want viewers like you. I want polite viewers that have enough common sense to ask questions instead of giving directives based on incomplete information.
“The Poodle Tamer!”
😂😂😂
I love that Mal.
Where are you from!! I love your accent. Subscribed!
Kentucky
Southern drawl can’t beat it!
I have a puppy who used to be fine in crowds and around other dogs but i left for school and now she has confidence issues it seems, whats a good way to build it back up? She seems to be scared of everything now and isn’t confident in anything anymore. Shes 9 months old so i know they have fear fazes, my 7 year old pit had it too. While hes an anxious dog he can be around people and dogs with no issues.
Slow and steady wins the race!
These are animals with their own mind; not robots. You're right that some people do have too high expectations for their dogs and that can be the problem, There are breeds that may never reliably do what you want them to do because they are more aloof or independent genetically. I know when I was deciding on what breed to get I looked at lots of different breeds and what their level of trainability was and interest in human interaction. I chose the Malinois because of the fact that these dogs enjoy doing these exercises and engaging with their owner and are highly motivated. I am thoroughly enjoying my puppy and teaching him all sorts of things!
I love your videos but OMG, Stonnie...the stereotypes.; especially about women. Why would you consider your sons adults but not ever your daughter, and why do you think women prefer small dogs? I'm a woman and I don't like small dogs (very few breeds if any and those are small dogs that are smaller forms of big dogs), I love the big, elegant, athletic dogs and always have. I know how to cook eggs and so does my son. I raised him to never depend on a woman to cook and clean for him nor to expect it. No two dogs are the same and no two women or men are the same.
Also, I wouldn't be so hard on the owner if they have a dog that's not reaching goals by a certain age. There could be a dozen things that were the cause including the individual personality quirks of that particular dog. The owner may have let them get by with things or maybe nothing they did worked. They may have gotten the wrong advice for their dog. There are alot of trainers out there and each has their own way of doing things. Not all techniques work for all dogs. Sometimes you have to use some techniques from one method and combine those with another method. Right now I follow several trainers on UA-cam with different methods and often take some methods from all of them.
I realize it's a pain in the butt to work with older problem dogs and if I were doing training currently for a living I would not choose to work with dogs that are aggressive. Jumping up, being unfocused, and those kinds of problems I could handle but I wouldn't do dogs that are dangerous. Some trainers specialize in that and it's a good thing somebody does, as diffusing that behavior can often be life-saving for the dog and everyone around it. There are so many dogs out there that have been on the street, in shelters, coming from bad circumstances like dogfighting or puppy mills, or flat out irresponsibly bred and end up with bad temperament. I belong to a few rescue groups for Malinois and Dutch Shepherds and I see alot of foster owners who are trying to rehome a dog with problems. I always tell them that they should first consult a veterinary behaviorists to determine if training is going to fix the problems or if there are genetic factors causing it and make sure its safe first because to send a dog that is aggressive and bites with intent to a new home and expecting that new owner to fix it themselves is a huge liability. I think many of them are just fed up when they realize they're in over their head and want it to be someone else's problem. If they decide to foster rescue dogs they should be prepared to see it through before rehoming these dogs or just not sign up.
How do I find your online training course.
little dogs need training, too LOL
my mal/pit mix goes crazy when anyone goes by our fence - I am outside with her when she stops I call her to me and reward her but how do I stop this behavior.
Leah Landi dogs left alone outside do their own thing, short leash the dog so you have closer access to redirect the behavior and give your dog a job but also make sure they are well exercised and trained daily, it's an ongoing thing.
Easy fix. Learn what aversive training is and how to properly apply a punisher. This is the only way to stop an unwanted behavior.
Labs rock my world😍 Personally from all the breeds i work with lab is my favorite breed😘 Doodles are 🤡🤡🤡
The best!
@@StonnieDennis except for: long haired Chihuahuas, Shep mix/Lab , Poodles, Malinois, MinPins, English Border Collies, Wire haired Terriers, AND ...MORE DOGS, LoLs!
I just realized that your son and daughter both have the names of 2 out of 3 of Prince William of England's children!! LOL
Of course you gotta work with the adult dogs lol puppies are ridiculously easy to train, plus they haven't been taught the wrong stuff!
I’m not sure I understand your comment. Flesh that out a little bit, if you don’t mind.
Sadly, one person has a plan and spouse has another or is inconsistent snd thinks the dog can read their mind... advice; don’t get too sensitive a dog, try and get a smart , wants to get slong breed
Poodles are water retrievers Stonnie! Why aren't you about that life if you love labs, lol?
Thank you for addressing adult dogs. Many of us work with rescue dogs and that will help our community a great deal! I really respect your training and love your videos!
You guys are saints!
For sure!!!!💯%!
Hey, there’s nothing wrong with being a Poodle tamer. Poodles are helluva smart, athletic and versatile dogs. If you can tame them then that’s a bonus point, not an insult!
Standard poodles are badass. Same goes for giant schnauzers. People wouldn’t assume this but it’s true.
Standard poodles = curly coated Dobermans
Lol when I got my border collie I was astonished by how she was sooooo willing to go with me everywhere and do everything for me. Her previous owner kept telling me oh she's scared of this and that 🙄 that dog was afraid because her owner was afraid for her.
I realized really quick why all those trainers who have the flashy dogs... Have the same kinds of dogs like you said. It's not just because they look cool and flashy, they're also so easy to get walking with you and looking at you and acting like they have been training for years 😅
My experience with dogs I've owned has always been stubborn little dogs that people love to spoil for you until very recently. Never could teach my little Japanese chin not to jump up because people see her and don't even have time to hear me say "ignore the dog" they're too busy screaming and rolling around on the floor with my dog 😅 so like you said I changed my expectations for her. Not because she's not smart, but because it was just impossible to train the other humans around her 🤣
I'm amused watching that little Jack Russell. He follows along the course through the entire video. Just watching its turn. Too cute
He’s funny lol
Stonnie I'd gladly wash your truck for free as a thank you for the great videos!
Im sure many others would too. Thank you 👍
Wow! Stonnie, you just made a light bulb go off above my head. Watching this video again (3rd time), I now realize why my 17-wk Malinois puppy suddenly won't walk. Every ten yards or so, she grabs a stick or a pine cone and flops down onto the side of the trail; and she won't budge. Just lies there chewing. I thought: 'stubborn/willful'. Here you say consider "physical reason". That's it ! -- and it's teething ! She's at a very painful stage of teething. That's why she keeps stopping to chew sticks and pine cones. For hours last night she was gnawing on chairs, bookshelf, everything. This morning I watch your video again -- bam! that's it. Now I've replaced annoyance and frustration with sympathy and empathy. Thanks, Stonnie ! Thank you so much!
Yep. Bully sticks, beef tendons, deer legs.... they gotta chew! I spend hundreds on quality chews, but my furniture is unscathed
Stonnie, you maybe the only dog trainer on UA-cam utilizing positive reinforcement brilliantly and practically. Taking your dog for a half ass walk with it freaking out and hoping to bribe it with treats isn’t really the move. Yanking and cranking a dog isn’t really the move. Simulated walking in a varied, controlled environment with food as a communication tool and smart leash pressure. That, combined with good ole fashioned time in and exercise just makes the most sense. No such thing as quick fixes. The more I watch the smarter you come off. Good stuff man, thank you.
I gotta say sir, No Name is an absolutely beautiful dog. Love me some Lab's, and miss my old girl terribly.
Thank you!
19:20
Malinois: "C'mon! Let's play!"
Black Lab: "Lea'me alone, I'm trying to listen."
Let me start by saying I'm at work...I sat and watched EVERY minute of this video. It's so informative, entertaining and just chocked full of great knowledge! Love this!
I think a lot of my coworkers need to watch this video because they don't understand that dogs that were bred to do something for 100+ years or so will want to do what they were bred for.
For sure!
Ya learning that with our Anatolian puppy. She is well behaved for 3 months old, but if she hears something on a walk there is no getting her to move until she is sure it's not a threat.
Hi Stonnie. Great to see you supporting your daughter. Love your channel.
Stonnie do you have any videos on how to get your puppy/dog from chasing other pets? I have a three month old Red Fox Lab. I know they have a high retrieving drive and but I'm concerned for the welfare of my cat. At three months is she capable of self control? Appreciate any guidance.
4:30 the little terrier is like "Me Me MEEE!" then "Look at me, I can do it too!"
He never gave up to. Keep going little fella
Stonnie great video. Ignore the knuckle heads. They are just small minded haters.
Your videos have helped put things in perspective immensely for me. I got a Brittany for upland hunting about 7 months ago and I was at my wit's end until I found your channel. I am so thankful for your content. If only I could train the yahoos in your comment section as well as I can my little dog now we'd be all set!
My pup is working with an upland specific trainer who provides birds and all the necessary field dog stuff. I'm very coachable and intelligent and want to succeed, but it's tough working with some trainers because they're so fluent in dog, they can't really communicate well to people. You sir, are bilingual 😂 Can you consider giving a quick little video on how to effectively communicate with dog trainers? Thank you for everything and the time you've put in to these videos.
I’m glad you like my content!
Thank you for including a Ridgeback in this video. I recently added a young (1.5 y/o) Ridgeback to my household after a lifetime of owning mostly herding and bird dog breeds. I very quickly learned that this new dog was not going to work on my timeline necessarily. He is quite intelligent, but also independent minded. I had to spend more time up front developing a relationship and establishing leadership with him. After we developed that trust, he started wanting to work for me and picked up obedience very quickly. I think sometimes people mistake independence-minded for stubborness. I don't find this dog stubborn, just wary of of new things and extremely alert/observant to environmental changes. As you so ably pointed out, you have to adjust methods based on the talents and nature of the breed and individual you are working with. I really appreciate your videos and have picked up a number of good tips and ideas. Love your obstacle course!
You sound like a great dog “owner”.
I love how when he took Ranger round the course Sonny was all like “wait what about me?!” And acted like he was still the one on the leash. What a cutie.
When you are six, a year is a huge percentage of your life, but when you are 60 a year is just a blink in the whole scheme of your life! I'm 62 and this year is 25% gone and all I did was blink after opening my New Years champaign!
WOW, another great video! Again you come up with videos as I need them, lol I just went for heart surgery on 6/11/19 and I had my grown sons watch my 6 month old great pyrenes service dog, I gave them a notebook with all of his commands and needs and feed times in it, when I returned they said he was a brat. Then when I started to move around because I was out of order(LOL) for 2 weeks. He was being a real brat! But I never thought of his lack of exercise (with purpose) he has to have a job, stress and missing me. (BAD OWNER)! We are now again starting training again slowly, but having this happen made me think that there needs to be more than one person doing the training, everyone needs to part of raising puppy, so he can listen to everyone and not be a brat anymore.
Getting my second yellow lab puppy end of June. My first yellow lab 24 years ago. Working from home permanently now and ready to bring a beautiful dog into my life again. Found you, Stonnie, last winter and have been bingeing your content ever since. Fabulous trainer. You have given me so much confidence. Training me as much as training your dogs. 😅
Thanks so much for all you do for both owners and dogs. Deb from UK.
Yessss, Ridgebacks 😂 To know them is to love them. Love my Ridgie 👍🏼
Exactly. The video title is fitting too. Ridgies are stubborn but are the most loveable dogs.
Rhodies are too intelligent. You need to convince them that they want to learn the behavior.
That Jack Russell is a right character lol
So much value here!!! THANK YOU so much for helping dogs across the globe!!!
I have no idea why I watched this entire video... but I super enjoyed it!
Stonnie, love your stuff! You are not only great and informative, you are honest and entertaining. Im learning a lot! Thank you!
Watching this session that Jack Russell terrier is so smart and entertaining and he loves Stoney, does that Jack Russell belong to him? That puppy is awesome😊
As a mechanic I look at your car and think about my boat payment.
The little Russell is precious!
I am an annoying person that asks people I see having trouble with their dogs if they want any tipps... some do, only a few, though, and of these few, only a few keep listening when I explain that their is work involved, that they must put in. Even though the main problem I usually see is just lack of communication between dog and human. They just don't understand each other.
Stonnie, what did you wind up naming your new black lab?
I wonder how many people who watch his videos are going to have a dog named "no name"!
I'm glad you put this video up along with videos regarding the genetics of temperament. Too many you tube trainer with Gsd brained dogs trying to make it seem that nothing goes wrong. They are becoming annoying and completely disingenuous. Thanks again.
The Jack Russel Terrier is being such a good dog!
Well trained jack Russell’s can be lovely!
Your videos are outstanding. I started walking our puppy every night now for about two months. If I miss a night she out of sorts. Good exercise for us both. Thanks for your videos. Take care, Al
My 11 month old yellow lab is the stubbornist I have ever had . Not my first first lab . Kicking my butt . I have worked 10x as hard to get 10% the results of my other labs .
We have a super stubborn 11 month old yellow lab to!! She just has a mind of her own! Doesnt seem to want to be a companion, just wants to do her own thing, going so far as to disobey even though she is trained to heel, sit, stay, fetch, etc. I wont give up on her but it's been rough. I feel your pain!
Hey Stonnie! I would love to know what your stance is on neutering male dogs? I wish to know if it affects behaviour or energy levels of any kind?
Hey stonnie have a 3 yr black...killer house dog killer duck dog that said he is set in his ways never fails in his retrieves he's a mouth to foot not mouth to hand. Question is since everyone is happy w him is it to late or should I even try to refine his game ? He has unbelievable drive with no recovery time that is what he lives for even from 100 ta neg 10 degrees.
I would love to see a video on dogs staying at home ive had 3 dogs in my life the 1st 2 never left home then when I got the 3rd one he stayed home till he was about 2 years old and from that point on he comes home spends 2 to 4 days max home just eating sleeping then hes gone again sometimes up to 2 or 3 weeks before he comes back weve never kept a dog chained or locked up theyve always ran free and we own a lot of land so i dont get why he leaves theres always someone home outside doing something to unless its raining or something but this is also the smartest dog ive ever seen he will sit stay he does come in our basement but not the house he comes to the door barks when he wants in barks when he wants out he doesnt use the bathroom in the yard he always goes in the woods he doesn't bother other dogs he just wont stay at home He's proably 4 yr old in human years now
great video stonnie! and beautiful ridgeback :D
Thank you!
I see what that course is. THE TERAIN DIFFERENCES IN FOOTING UNUSALL OBSTICALS BOAT ATV TURNING TIGHT ARONND POTTED PLANTS. I SEE WHY . CAN YOU HELP ME GET& TRAIN A DOG COMPANION? TEXT ME . AT 72 I M HARD OF HEARING.
Letting dogs run or play on a tennis court will injure their foot pads because of the non-skid surface.
That little Jack is really being a good dog. Bob
People adopt adult dogs. That’s really common especially now.
True American dog trainer !! 🇺🇸 god bless America !
I did a week board and train with a place in central Florida for my Malinois to work on her fear issues, and she came home even more fearful. Worst training ever...one of those e-collar training places that tries to train every dog the same way. So ridiculous. My mal also came home throwing up, with diarrhea....as she had accumulated worms in the terrible conditions she was kept in. $350 vet bill just to get rid of the worms. Horrible experience. Wish I never would’ve done it. I’m sure Stonnie would’ve known how to properly care for and train my puppy, but there are definitely places that shouldn’t even be allowed to operate.
You always have to look at the total training volume, activity level, and available socialization opportunities, when choosing a training kennel.
There are no quick fixes in the dog business.
Thank you for your training videos. They are informative and entertaining. Keep up the good work 😀
Great stuff as always. I see you rocking those Altima boots
How can I stop my dog from jumping on the counter and begging
@stonnie As someone who is a (human) Manual therapist, movement educator, and bodyworker…this may be one of my favorite of your videos I’ve watched. I value you speaking to the daily check in and physical inspection; your kindness to their unspoken issues that may be ailing or bothering them; the individual aspects of each breed and further into each animal being a sovereign individual with their own character…
I got a black lab puppy a few weeks ago and have been binge listening to your videos.
Thank you kindly, internet friend! 🙏🏽
Sarah Jo from Seattle (and little OB [Obsidian])
Good day Stonnie. Been watching you for a while now. I am wondering about the treat pouch or maybe the vest you are wearing. I would like to check them out. Where did you get it/ or what is it called. Thanks. How about more on Doberman dogs. Especially puppies.
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Same! That's some handsome gear on a handsome man!
❤Hey Stonnie, Just thought of something looking at the picnic table that you use to train thd dogs on what if the people then when the dog goes home and they have a picnic table having a picnic outside with the family with food on the table what's to stop the dog from getting up on the table? Janice
You just tell them they can’t jump on the table…
Every time I watch this guy it seems like a pooch field of dreams.
Reminds me of Go Dog Go!
Talking about little dogs (I call them carpet sharks 😁) And yes I own one I have a Shcizt shu. MY QUESTION: why do so many people allow their little dogs to go up to BIG do and bark, growl, and try and start a fight?? I also raise pit bulls and rottweilers, My big dogs will put up with a lot of bad behavior but we all have our braking point. I taught my carpet shark/shcizt shu to LEAVE BIG DOGS alone, and she doesn't have the "little dog syndrome" One more comment, I have honestly seen people think it's funny that their little dog attacks my rottweiler It's NOT FUNNY. Thank you. May God bless you
Deb Lawson That’s a good video idea!
My neighbors little maltipoo tried to attack my pit mix and German Shepard mix they other day and they felt so bad but little dogs got an attitude 😂 ill deal with a +65lb dog over a 4lbs ankle bitter any day lol.
My dogs were fine till their dog went for my GSD mix (whos 9 months) face then i had to hold them back 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️ but once i gave some leash slack my pit mix looked at me with the “ you are supposed to be holding me back human” I honestly cant with him. As soon at the fluffy rat was picked up mine both sat and looked up at me because they knew we were about to go in the car to go for a hike lol. Good thing people who live here know my dogs enough to know i have pretty good control of my dogs and their personalities
@@Wyvernn2000 I'm with you. I get told all the time by folks that carpet sharks, AKA, little breeds just can't be trained well "Pup" named because she will never become a real dog LOL is a sheizt shu. She is trained just as well as my big breeds. She also KNOW NOT TO BITE OFF MORE THAN SHE CAN CHEW!!! So YES THE LITTLE BREEDS CAN BE TAUGHT. They are smart but I have to admit when it comes to training they are more like cats. They will do it if they want to. You have to be assertive. Thanks for your comment have a good holiday.
@@StonnieDennis Hey thanks I will look forward to seeing that one I enjoy your channel.😁
can you talk about your vest? i like it!!!.
I would love if you did a diy video on how to make your dog walk and a-frame.
Hi Stonnie, I recently managed to get my dad to watch UA-cam and he just can’t get enough of you ... honestly, we all know who uncle stonnie is now 😂 please could you possibly give him a shoutout his name is John Carroll and he’s from West Yorkshire, England ... it’s his birthday this week it would make his day xxxxxxx
Does he have a dog question? Or maybe even a question about the Bluegrass State?
Erm, he has always loved boxer dogs! He has kept them his whole life from being a boy, we have just lost our 15 year old boxer Alfie Bear 😭. He wants to know after years of experience of handling boxers and their nutty personalities, if he were to get another how would you recommend training it? He noticed the other day in your video the boxer was roaming about just doing his own thing and he loves your logic so he’s keen to learn! It’s his 61st birthday and his 36 year anniversary could you possibly mention him? Honestly, I never do this but he’s HUGE on you! Also, we have an 11 year old boxer bitch (rescue) is accepting of dogs she knows and for years he’s been following your logic and does all the socialisation ... how does he overcome the aggression towards other dogs? Also do you like Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings? (Random I know but he thinks you’re great). Thank you uncle stonnie xxxx
Really enjoying and benefitting from your video's! I realize this might not be the the best forum to ask you a question, but here goes. My 12 week old black lab has house training down pat, to the point where he stares at me then at the door while whimpering to let me know he's gotta go out. Problem is that he'll do it even when he doesn't need to go, even barking till I relent and take him out. Any suggestions on how I can deal with my rebellious pup? Thanks in advance
Like Missouri, pouring rain one minute, sunshine the next.
And Nova Scotia...lol
.. and New Jersey lol!
Right
You've given me a lot of information to think about in this video. My dog is one of those that are so darn cute. ;) Clear and precise communication from me might not be as clear and precise as it should be. As always great video!
Recognizing that might be going on, is half the battle...
Another great video. Thanks Stonnie! I have been training my 5 month old lab puppy and I couldn't get her to learn COME until I changed the motivator. Cut up hot dogs worked very well!
🤗 labs
Dana Boo Also try carrots or sweet potatoes, my dogs love them.
@@beckywatt5048 Are vegetables a healthy snack? Sweet potatoes and potatoes, for example are very starchy and as such, would lead to irregular blood sugar.
@@dana8911 I feed them raw , lots of fiber ,and a different form of starch ,much healthier, same for carrots , and zucchini with a touch of bacon grease or coconut oil on it.
@@beckywatt5048 Gotcha. Thanks. I have actually switched to fried bacon and she seems to love that. For her Kongs, I am filling them with REAL peanut butter [ground at the store] and Blue Bits beef training treats.
What type of collar do you use for training?
OK as long as she doesn't talk you into cats.