Congratulations on your merchandise launch 😍 I love the choice (you even have tank tops and a mug, loving it!!), also the fact that you were not even overly interested in launching your own merchandise but your subscribers had to almost beg you for it for so long 😂😂 thank you!!
Tried this with my 7 year old pit, yesterday, after watching this video and it was amazing how simple it really was. You made it look so easy and it really was this easy. After 3 tries I was able to have my gate wide open with a loose leash and my dog just sat there and waited for me to walk out before he moved!!!! My wife, 5’ tall, was even able to walk our 125 lbs. Rott down the street and back without him dragging her!!!! I couldn’t believe it. Training is not over by far but just after a few minutes, 100% improvement. When I would open my gate both dogs would just charge out and I’d let them. First time I ever walked them together not using pinch collars on them. I couldn’t believe it. Thank you, Beckmann!!!
I did this with a friend's Boxer. She was 7 years old and always walked my friend and his wife and never learned a loose leash. It took 45 minutes of this boxer constantly pulling and getting redirected before we were able to actually go on a walk. I had that "we can do this all day" mindset and the dog turned it into a challenge 😂 It works though. Sadly, she only made that connection when I was holding the leash. As soon as mom or dad got the leash, they didn't care to put in the effort so she went right back to walking them everywhere she wanted to go.
How aggravating you did basically an hour of work and the owners just disregard that.. Kudos to you for making a change.. I hope you gained confidence in your own leadership from that session, it was not for nothing. That dog will always respect you🙏
@@SacredArcana Haha, Thanks! She was the most difficult dog I ever had. I can usually have a loose leash within 5 minutes. She had me questioning my abilities 😂 And she did respect my dominance until the day she died though 🙂
I’m on the 2nd day of working on this with a hound that I recently got that lived outside chained to a tree his whole life. I’m not sure if it’s stubborn or density, but it’s very slow going. Took over an hour just to get all the way out the door. 😳
Oh my gosh!! I got my dog to sit to the point where he will only come if I say “ok go” even with the door open I didn’t know that shooting out the door past me was a not okay!!! This is sooo HELPFUL! Thank you!
Best information I ever got on how to get my large dog to listen to me and walk nice. She now turns to look at me to check in, It only took a few days of doing the leash jerk and she figured it out. Thank you, Joel. No treats involved.
I find that giving treats can often confuse dogs. Sometimes it's the timing by the owner, where the dog does only a part of a routine correct, the handler ruffles around for a treat while the dog looses concentration again, then gets rewarded for the loss of concentration (whatever it does wrong in the ends up getting a reward). I prefer to give very small hints like yes/no, yep/good, clicker etc. as the guide and once the whole exercise is completed they get showered with cuddles, treats and/or praise. Food motivated dogs struggle to concentrate when there is food around. That said, teaching tricks like follow my hand, drop, sit etc. where a dog needs to get guided by the trainers hand, then food works well, particularly in young dogs that lack concentration anyway. Thank you Mr. Beckman for another great video!
This video has helped me massively mentally because I was feeling like an absolute failure not being able to train my Golden to walk nicely - given how many times I see on the internet that they're "one of the easiest dogs to train". I am using this method every day but can absolutely see where I can improve myself and then hopefully the doggo going forward. He is a hurricane in some environments and it's been difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I'll use the mantra "all day" to keep my mindset in the right place
I got so far with an ordinary lead but didn't get the results we see on here. Changed to slip lead and I've got a different dog. He knew what I wanted, we haven't changed the training, just the lead and now he's marvellous. The key really is at the door, before you go out. Then a couple of reminders outside and the walk begins. It's a pleasure to walk him now.
Totally support your method - not shoveling treats into the dog all day! It’s really helpful when the dog isn’t already perfectly trained while you show us what to do! Thank you so much for your work/teaching.
Thank you so much for these videos! I am walking two big older dogs, and they were so bad at rushing out the door and pulling, now I have them stopping and looking at me first, sitting, until I say ok. 😊
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion. New rescue dog, 1st walk, crazy bouncing pulling and ripped hands, watched this, 15 minutes in the house before she followed me out of the door no pulling lots of re-direction and a ‘we can do this all day’ mindset…. Thank you
I hadn’t watched you in months, and ran into a friend with a Malanois who is very reactive towards other dogs. She has been trying the go to the park and feed lots of treats method with no success. I mentioned your videos and then came and watched your loose leash videos and realized the mistakes I’ve been making with my two large Standard Poodles who are mostly good, but tend to pull on their leashes at times and they are very strong and have pulled me across a street to get to another dog. Anyway, I used your techniques this morning and saw great improvement. It is amazing how quickly they learn with your methods. Thank you!
Hurray! I was hoping you'd go back and do a good basic loose-leash vid especially with the explosion of new subscribers! I get stopped and complimented on my walks and always tell ppl about Joel Beckman Dog Training!! Truly life-changing for me & my 3 big rescue dogs🐾❤️🙏🏽
@@SuziQ. Hurray! Also if you have a big dog, a "Gentle Leader" (head halter) is a game-changer. It will give you the leverage you need. There are a lot of vids of Joel with different dogs doing loose-leash and each reveals a different nuance to his technique. There will be ups and downs in your training---including days where it seems like your dog forgot everything--but don't give up! After about 6 months you pretty much don't have to try much at all and they naturally walk well. Just do a little refresher and they remember right away🐾❤️ Best wishes on training!
Yep!! This works!! It’s especially important for leash reactive dogs. If you pay attention to his methods and rewatch videos, you will see results in your dog. Nothing happens over night, it takes time. BUT you CAN do it!! 💯💯👏🏻👏🏻I do this before every walk and it does make a difference each time we go out! Love your content, can’t wait for our phone session!! Your such a fabulous trainer!! So happy I found your channel. Wish I could do an in-person session but I’m way to far away😭
This training is gold. I think one thing you should have mentioned is for the person to remain perfectly CALM while correcting. This isn't a punishment. There's no need to yank in anger, yell, or show any frustration at all. It's simply a method to change the pup's already ingrained thought process to lead YOU. Do not let him sense that you are angry or frustrated because it will confuse him. Hopefully you wouldn't yell at your toddler for not being potty trained!
I can arrest that this method of yours WORKS! I tried the treats method and it only worked the moment my dog got the treat. This method makes him think about being aware of where I am. If he starts to leave and I stop, he usually catches himself and come back to me before reaching the end of the leash.
Ok just got my "gentle lead" & took my puppy out with it. The best walk I have ever had with him to DATE!! Thank you so much. 1 bad behavior marked off the list!!
I don't even have a dog and I watch your videos to learn just in case I get one. I don't want to get a dog first and then learn how to train it. You're doing a great job compared to many other channels I've seen that only try to push some product onto to you or try to fix everything with treats
Joel, love your basic training videos!! Would love to see corrective behavior around puppy biting (especially around clothing and ankles). Keep the content and podcasts coming!!
I had to get over my initial embarrassment and self conciousness over doing these stops/drills in public lol But doing these door stops, front yard stops, and whenever I come across a parking lot have been making such a difference and I'm a beginner when it comes to dog ownership. Ive been aiming for maybe 60% success rates, but with these videos I'm hoping to shoot a little higher😅
What an awesome video!!! Almost hard to pay attention to bc of how GORGEOUS that Golden is, I’ve been reading up on conformation a lot and this Golden is impeccably bred, for anyone wondering. To note just one small detail, according to the Golden Retriever standard, the back foot should fall into the exact spot just vacated by the front foot at the trot. Goldens NEED to be built this way so that they can easily carry their quarry without accumulating neck or back pain. Ever since I read that, I’ve been watching Golden Retrievers much more closely in this regard, and this is the first dog I’ve seen “in the wild” with such a clean and proper gait. Well done, whoever bred this dog!! It’s also worth noting that training a dog to walk on a loose leash without constantly straining and pulling to get where they want to go, in my opinion, is a long-term investment in the dog’s mental and physical health. They need to use their brain to check in with the human on the other end of the leash, which gives them mental exercise and stimulation, ESPECIALLY important in a dog as high-energy as a Golden Retriever. Allowing them to yank you around all day long is causing disproportionate tension and strain on their muscles, and IMHO that causes them to physically deteriorate more quickly over time. Much better for them to move calmly and naturally in a way that’s more suited to their body.
I have been subbed from the start of your journey, love your techniques, methods and your tutorial style. You have made a profound difference in MY attitude, ability and skill level in understanding the basic principles and skills that are required to have a happy well behaved dog and for that I will be eternally grateful...... Thank-you.......
Tried this with my sister's pit. Went swimmingly. Then tried it with my rescue of 1 yr. Big pitty. Took double the time, but I saw a marked improvement and was quite impressed. Now, to try it with the rescue pup of 3 weeks... not many expectations. She's only 6 months old.
I have been watching your video’s since a long time, even before we got our Australian Shepherd. Best training video’s by far. It helps so much. He is a good boy (most of the time). He is almost 9 months. The problem I find very frustrating is that he is all over the place with his brain. That’s most probably because of the age and because we currently life in a busy city. LOTS of things happening. When in a quite environment he listens, walks perfectly, no issues. But once outside it is hard. Looking at me, walk nicely left of me happens spontaneously. So walks are not that enjoyable most of the time. Lots of stops, lots of corrections. Any tips for a (really) busy environment? Other then moving (will happen in a few months). We keep on going and definitely not give up. A few pointers would definitely help.
Thanks for these videos, they are so clear and practical... don't need to worry if I'm showing pack leader vibes or anything...coz that one used to confuse me... Also you need a jumper that says "Party's Over" 😂
Absolutely great. I was just talking about this on your last video.Dogwalkers on the trail, stuffing their dog's face with treats . whenever they go after other dogs horses squirrels et .It's so ridiculous and it's so doesn't work. Don't forget about me the next time you get bees. You helped me with my psychotic malinois crazy Daisy. And no advising Sheena and our foster trooper the Prynees. The least I can do is help you with your bees. They are going insane this year. 🐝
I have a 6.5 mo. Old rescue. Mix of schnauzer, Cairn or westie. Def.terrier breed. Feisty, and wanting to go after everything. Grasshopper to cars driving by. It's been a nightmare trying to walk her. This works. Big difference in just this day. Not perfect but I can really see a difference! Thank you.
I do this plus a 'place' game before leaving the front yard and on return from the walk. This definitely works but it is "all day" and "everyday" to embed the routine. The improvement over the last 6 months has been steady especially once I got myself in the right head space to be a fair boss instead of a nervous nellie.
after 9 years mine.. still lay on his bed and looking at me until i tell him to get his harness on. but we hade some mental challans whit his food allergy and he became hyper .. first 3 years lol.. i learn soo much.
I did It today, It took me around an hour and it's Better. My dog was behind me 80% of times, the others i had to correct him😁 Before today It was correcting 95% of the times. I think i just found my trainer so i'll contact this guy. Positive reinforcement and treats didn't work anywhere, neither on the leash, basically i spent the whole day giving him treats ti make him do something, to stop something and After he stopped something.
I love this method, and it got me most of the way there, but sometimes, the dog sits down in protest. What are your suggestions to make him move without resorting to dragging him around?
Make him walk by pulling him into you & releasing pressure when he starts to follow. The key is the pressure release when the dog follows what you want to do.
Good stuff man, happy to see no prong collars. I did not want to use those. I'll try this with my big boy, would love for my wife to be able to walk him.
i am soo guilty of this. and when ive tried to practice i get embarrassed bc of neighbors. i have no private place to try it since i live in high density apts in a city. but who cares! gotta do it for my pup.
Starting from inside, and through every door makes a HUDGE difference before you go on a walk..what help my reactive dog is to get exercice before the walk (broom+cord+toy = fishing play line)
This has been a game changer for my leash reactive 40kg Bull Arab cross. He can't go and sniff whatever he wants on a walk and can only sniff when I allow him too. His reactivity has diminished significantly and has made walks much more pleasant.
This type of approach has worked for us (from your earlier similar videos). I enjoy walking my dog. The other night my 30% American Foxhound actually encountered a real live actual fox for the first time, and well she lost her shit, but we no longer freak out at squirrels, birds, or feral cats, so I’ll take it. 🤷🏻♀️ Bizarrely her Heinz 57 mix resulted in a dog that actually resembles a very large red fox and it was actually somewhat comical.
Is so beautiful. I think you should remember to tell people, that that they should only train there dog for half or one minute at the time like this. Obviously they have been doing it wrong and are gonna send mixed signals to the dog, and the dog loose the focus and joy fast. Of course you can go on forever because you sending clear signals with make the dog able to succeed, and treat the dog appropriate respectfully. But I think as viewer it's easy to expect to much from the dog.
Yup I've been training my older rescue Labradors "separately". One gets started inside the apartment while the other is there too. So both get their Harnesses in the lounge, and a treat or two. And then the lead(s) and halti/muzzle goes on the obe who gets trained next. Start rraining inside the apartment, then move into small garden w both dogs, and separate them at garden gate. The handle on top of the harness helps to make the one stay at home. My two are stubborn, strong and have completely different personalities. This way I can focus on one dog, survive all the traffic, and adjust what I do to better suit the dog and have a better walk.
Then you correct your dog for mouthing you. My husky does mouthy behaviors for a few different reasons that have nothing to do with walking on a leash. I just let her know that it's not ok to do that and she stops. Your dog is going to be frustrated in the beginning of training with the gentle leader because it feels different and it doesn't allow the dog to just do whatever it wants to while dragging you down the street and through your neighbor's yard. Give it more time. My husky gets rewarded by finally getting to the dog park and getting to run and play off leash. Today on the way home, she decided to try a new tactic by doing zoomies when she was reminded not to pull. It was actually funny at first because she wrapped herself around a car barrier and ended up correcting herself. I did have to finally firmly take her by the collar with both hands, back her up a few feet, and tell her no more. She walked home fine after that. I call her my velcro dog with a side of ADD and ADHD, highly energetic and a tad stubborn with a determination to do what she wants. But I love her and she has the sweetest disposition and is really a good dog. She is almost too submissive with other dogs and at 16 months, is just now starting to stand up to the bullies at the dog park but isn't trying to bite, just letting them know to leave her alone. Don't give up. GSD's are also very determined and so smart, but that is what makes them such a great breed. ❤
Not your patented method ^^ But a method that works. I prefer a much more positive approach but I will change based on the dogs need. If the dog's all happy-flappy and willing already, I can reinforce it with positivity instead of popping-method. But if the dog is stubborn, not really food driven and so on, I would use this method. That's what I would teach: Use the method your dog needs. Because it's always this: Just because one method does work, it doesn't mean another would be much better at it for your situation. Great work! Stay crunchy.
Reactivity question: how do you stop/correct a reactive episode when it happens on a walk? Do you just turn and pull them away? Or is there a method to stopping it when it starts? My girl is calm and walks great until she sees a dog and then she barks like mad and pulls (shes a shih tsu).
Could I implement this technique gently with my 4 month old puppy (lab) and a harness? He's having such a hard time going on walks, only goes where he wants to & I don't want to be too rough on correcting him. It is usually just the beginning of the walks, after a while he will follow more appropriately. Thanks for all the great content!
Thanks for the great video! What do you do when the dog stops to pee? For example, we are not on a "heel", we are "free mode", having a walk on loose leash and suddenly the dog stops to poop/pee? And if I should correct him for stopping on a free comand, how should I tell him that somewhere it's okay to poo/pee?
In my neighborhood, one of the sidewalks passes by a few of our neighbors backyard with dogs, and my pup does get distracted. How should I get his attention since walking back and forth, we’re still in the same area? Tug the sides?
Excellent video. We have a 5 month old Labrador and I've been working on with these techniques. You mentioned in you video you would treat a 6 month dog different than a 9 month. We want to loose leash walk but are still struggling. What should I expect from a 5 month old Lab for loose leash walking? What collar would you recommend I use?
I'm so glad i found this but I have a follow up question. I have an 8 month old tiny 3pound Chihuahua and no collars will fit her neck so I use a harness instead, does that matter?
Thanks to your videos I had a cane corso that was a puller on a leash when I got him a month ago to now I regularly walk him off leash. The transformation was crazy using this method
Some dogs can be crafty as all hell with this. My dog is excellent on lead, granted he IS getting on in age but he's pretty much had the same temperment from when we first got him..... .... With the exception of my dad walking him. Yes, he doesn't pull like a tank which is a rare sight for bully breeds where I'm from, but my dad is absolutely not 100% in control. Part of this is down to my dad's poor eyesight, part of it down to the fact that my dad refuses to really comprehend animal behaviours (Never grew up with pets). The dog absolutely takes the advantage he can to take dad where he wants to go. He doesn't even THINK about it with me or my mom. He will stop and check for traffic when crossing streets (UK here, need to be more aware of surroundings in this respect), and this doesn't require any lead pressure, just a quick 'wait' and 'watch'. It's kind of funny to see how intelligent some animals are in this respect.
This is great but how do I combat a dog that doesn't like to walk? I have a lil 15 lb stubborn dog that hates walks surprisingly. He'll walk in the mornings but never far. Then he'll lay down and let me choke him to death by trying to drag him to walk I feel so embarrassed walking him. He's almost 3 but been doing this since we got him
To be completly honest and all due respect to his methods: The only problem I see when is that he creates a hestitant dog. Thats totally fine as long as you dont want a working dog or a dog you want to train to become proactive. Then this will cost you massively in bonding. Aversive methods do work, but they never come without a cost. Before you say I have no clue. I tried the methods and they did work. But my dog became somewhat distrustful and slow. Not really fitting in the style of training we do now. Bonding gets better tho. Just try anything else before you work in punishment-based training. Anyways good video tho.
I hate correcting my dogs. I do it and don't let them get away with anything but I still hate it. I kinda can see in your face (when the dog isn't looking of course) that it bothers you as well. I think that is why I'm drawn to your training style. When they're doing really good but they push a little too far and you have to correct them, your face says "man, you're doing so good! I have to do this and I'm sorry". I'm not sure if anyone else sees it. Don't mistake what I'm saying for weakness or anything of the sort. I can just tell you are an extremely caring individual and that care comes across as stern but it really a protective instinct. I'm extremely kind hearted but I have a stone face, I speak to the point and don't mince words. People mistake that often.
Your technique is kind of similar to corrective u-turns. The dog corrects itself when it walks too far in front of you and eventually learns that it needs to focus on you in order to stop these corrections. What are your thoughts on corrective u-turns? Which technique do you believe is more efficient and why?
Thank you! My therapy-dog-in-training (a 15 month old, intact, male black lab) and I have our AKC Canine Good Citizen (re)test coming up this week, and this video and method seem like just the tool I need to help ensure he doesn't decide randomly to go and check out the mat in the corner that smells like a hundred dog's pee right as we're up to demonstrate our ability to loose leash walk around the room. Just came back from practicing this a ton throughout our evening walk, and what a difference it made from our other walks today (where he wasn't pulling bad, but was not nearly as keyed in on following me and being aware of where I was at any given time, and without constant vocal cues). Thank you, this video helped me greatly today!
How do you control the dog with the leash to pull him back? When my dog is trying to go his own way on the leash and i pull he goes up on his hind legs :(
Any assistance for a young dog that refuses to walk. He just sits and has no interest in walking. I’m starting to get concerned and the only way to move him at all is showing a treat which I hate to bribe home like that.
At what point do you let him sniff stuff on that walk without pulling him away? Or is it literally 'you're not allowed to walk anywhere as long as I'm not going there too'? The dog I'm walking is a 1-year old flatcoated retriever and he loves to sniff as we walk. I'm supposed to be running with him but he stops to sniff everything on the way, so it's not possible, especially in the city.
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I love the choice (you even have tank tops and a mug, loving it!!), also the fact that you were not even overly interested in launching your own merchandise but your subscribers had to almost beg you for it for so long 😂😂 thank you!!
@@sibeldjc1864 hahaha so true. Seems like years asking 😂
Finally. Been waiting to be able to represent Beckman while i walk my well trained pup.
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Love the way the dog gives a look straight to camera whilst still indoors as if to say " I'm doomed, this isn't going to plan "
I noticed that side-eye too😂
That dog is so funny. When you fixed his collar he was like shoot he knows
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Lmaoo yeah he’s side eyeing the camera 😂😂
@@beepbeep5181 lol
Tried this with my 7 year old pit, yesterday, after watching this video and it was amazing how simple it really was. You made it look so easy and it really was this easy. After 3 tries I was able to have my gate wide open with a loose leash and my dog just sat there and waited for me to walk out before he moved!!!! My wife, 5’ tall, was even able to walk our 125 lbs. Rott down the street and back without him dragging her!!!! I couldn’t believe it. Training is not over by far but just after a few minutes, 100% improvement. When I would open my gate both dogs would just charge out and I’d let them. First time I ever walked them together not using pinch collars on them. I couldn’t believe it. Thank you, Beckmann!!!
Thank you for saying, "we're not looking for perfection." Simply getting the dog to check in and not run out an open door is half the battle.
I did this with a friend's Boxer. She was 7 years old and always walked my friend and his wife and never learned a loose leash. It took 45 minutes of this boxer constantly pulling and getting redirected before we were able to actually go on a walk. I had that "we can do this all day" mindset and the dog turned it into a challenge 😂
It works though. Sadly, she only made that connection when I was holding the leash. As soon as mom or dad got the leash, they didn't care to put in the effort so she went right back to walking them everywhere she wanted to go.
How aggravating you did basically an hour of work and the owners just disregard that.. Kudos to you for making a change.. I hope you gained confidence in your own leadership from that session, it was not for nothing. That dog will always respect you🙏
@@SacredArcana Haha, Thanks! She was the most difficult dog I ever had. I can usually have a loose leash within 5 minutes. She had me questioning my abilities 😂
And she did respect my dominance until the day she died though 🙂
This is encouraging to hear since I have a 10-year-old Boston Terrier that never got this discipline. 😕
I’m on the 2nd day of working on this with a hound that I recently got that lived outside chained to a tree his whole life. I’m not sure if it’s stubborn or density, but it’s very slow going. Took over an hour just to get all the way out the door. 😳
I mean, if you’re consistent and never ever let your dog pull, they learn to stop it.
Oh my gosh!! I got my dog to sit to the point where he will only come if I say “ok go” even with the door open
I didn’t know that shooting out the door past me was a not okay!!!
This is sooo HELPFUL!
Thank you!
Best information I ever got on how to get my large dog to listen to me and walk nice. She now turns to look at me to check in, It only took a few days of doing the leash jerk and she figured it out. Thank you, Joel. No treats involved.
I find that giving treats can often confuse dogs. Sometimes it's the timing by the owner, where the dog does only a part of a routine correct, the handler ruffles around for a treat while the dog looses concentration again, then gets rewarded for the loss of concentration (whatever it does wrong in the ends up getting a reward). I prefer to give very small hints like yes/no, yep/good, clicker etc. as the guide and once the whole exercise is completed they get showered with cuddles, treats and/or praise. Food motivated dogs struggle to concentrate when there is food around. That said, teaching tricks like follow my hand, drop, sit etc. where a dog needs to get guided by the trainers hand, then food works well, particularly in young dogs that lack concentration anyway. Thank you Mr. Beckman for another great video!
I do this regularly with my youngest lurcher. We went up and down the same bit of road 4 times yesterday 😅
My lurcher is a fruitloop
This video has helped me massively mentally because I was feeling like an absolute failure not being able to train my Golden to walk nicely - given how many times I see on the internet that they're "one of the easiest dogs to train". I am using this method every day but can absolutely see where I can improve myself and then hopefully the doggo going forward. He is a hurricane in some environments and it's been difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I'll use the mantra "all day" to keep my mindset in the right place
I got so far with an ordinary lead but didn't get the results we see on here. Changed to slip lead and I've got a different dog. He knew what I wanted, we haven't changed the training, just the lead and now he's marvellous. The key really is at the door, before you go out. Then a couple of reminders outside and the walk begins. It's a pleasure to walk him now.
Totally support your method - not shoveling treats into the dog all day! It’s really helpful when the dog isn’t already perfectly trained while you show us what to do! Thank you so much for your work/teaching.
Thank you so much for these videos! I am walking two big older dogs, and they were so bad at rushing out the door and pulling, now I have them stopping and looking at me first, sitting, until I say ok. 😊
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion.
New rescue dog, 1st walk, crazy bouncing pulling and ripped hands, watched this, 15 minutes in the house before she followed me out of the door no pulling lots of re-direction and a ‘we can do this all day’ mindset…. Thank you
to the critics, this could actually be life or death whether its your dog running into a car, getting put down because it attack a person,etc....
I hadn’t watched you in months, and ran into a friend with a Malanois who is very reactive towards other dogs. She has been trying the go to the park and feed lots of treats method with no success. I mentioned your videos and then came and watched your loose leash videos and realized the mistakes I’ve been making with my two large Standard Poodles who are mostly good, but tend to pull on their leashes at times and they are very strong and have pulled me across a street to get to another dog. Anyway, I used your techniques this morning and saw great improvement. It is amazing how quickly they learn with your methods. Thank you!
Hurray! I was hoping you'd go back and do a good basic loose-leash vid especially with the explosion of new subscribers! I get stopped and complimented on my walks and always tell ppl about Joel Beckman Dog Training!! Truly life-changing for me & my 3 big rescue dogs🐾❤️🙏🏽
That’s how I found this channel. I asked a man with a loose leash GSD how he got his dog to not pull. He sent me here.
@@SuziQ. Hurray! Also if you have a big dog, a "Gentle Leader" (head halter) is a game-changer. It will give you the leverage you need. There are a lot of vids of Joel with different dogs doing loose-leash and each reveals a different nuance to his technique. There will be ups and downs in your training---including days where it seems like your dog forgot everything--but don't give up! After about 6 months you pretty much don't have to try much at all and they naturally walk well. Just do a little refresher and they remember right away🐾❤️ Best wishes on training!
So simple and so effective. Thank you Joel! This exercise sets the tone for the entire rest of the walk.
Yep!! This works!! It’s especially important for leash reactive dogs. If you pay attention to his methods and rewatch videos, you will see results in your dog. Nothing happens over night, it takes time. BUT you CAN do it!! 💯💯👏🏻👏🏻I do this before every walk and it does make a difference each time we go out! Love your content, can’t wait for our phone session!! Your such a fabulous trainer!! So happy I found your channel. Wish I could do an in-person session but I’m way to far away😭
Love the simplicity. Can't wait to try this with my 15 month Springador tomorrow morning 🫡
This training is gold. I think one thing you should have mentioned is for the person to remain perfectly CALM while correcting. This isn't a punishment. There's no need to yank in anger, yell, or show any frustration at all. It's simply a method to change the pup's already ingrained thought process to lead YOU. Do not let him sense that you are angry or frustrated because it will confuse him. Hopefully you wouldn't yell at your toddler for not being potty trained!
Beckman’s just earned my sub. Very excellent quality videos!
Thanks so much!! Corrected my 2 year old dog’s pulling on walks with maybe 15 stops. This is so simple yet so effective!!
I can arrest that this method of yours WORKS! I tried the treats method and it only worked the moment my dog got the treat. This method makes him think about being aware of where I am. If he starts to leave and I stop, he usually catches himself and come back to me before reaching the end of the leash.
Also need a "Dude, we're done asking" t-shirt 🤣
I’ve never seen the training start from inside the house! It makes so much sense ! Can’t wait to try this training . Thank you
This is the best method! Thanks Joel! 🐶
Ok just got my "gentle lead" & took my puppy out with it. The best walk I have ever had with him to DATE!! Thank you so much. 1 bad behavior marked off the list!!
I don't even have a dog and I watch your videos to learn just in case I get one. I don't want to get a dog first and then learn how to train it. You're doing a great job compared to many other channels I've seen that only try to push some product onto to you or try to fix everything with treats
Joel, love your basic training videos!! Would love to see corrective behavior around puppy biting (especially around clothing and ankles). Keep the content and podcasts coming!!
He already have videos around this topic.
I had to get over my initial embarrassment and self conciousness over doing these stops/drills in public lol But doing these door stops, front yard stops, and whenever I come across a parking lot have been making such a difference and I'm a beginner when it comes to dog ownership.
Ive been aiming for maybe 60% success rates, but with these videos I'm hoping to shoot a little higher😅
What an awesome video!!! Almost hard to pay attention to bc of how GORGEOUS that Golden is, I’ve been reading up on conformation a lot and this Golden is impeccably bred, for anyone wondering.
To note just one small detail, according to the Golden Retriever standard, the back foot should fall into the exact spot just vacated by the front foot at the trot. Goldens NEED to be built this way so that they can easily carry their quarry without accumulating neck or back pain. Ever since I read that, I’ve been watching Golden Retrievers much more closely in this regard, and this is the first dog I’ve seen “in the wild” with such a clean and proper gait.
Well done, whoever bred this dog!!
It’s also worth noting that training a dog to walk on a loose leash without constantly straining and pulling to get where they want to go, in my opinion, is a long-term investment in the dog’s mental and physical health. They need to use their brain to check in with the human on the other end of the leash, which gives them mental exercise and stimulation, ESPECIALLY important in a dog as high-energy as a Golden Retriever. Allowing them to yank you around all day long is causing disproportionate tension and strain on their muscles, and IMHO that causes them to physically deteriorate more quickly over time. Much better for them to move calmly and naturally in a way that’s more suited to their body.
From Portugal! Love your videos!
I have been subbed from the start of your journey, love your techniques, methods and your tutorial style. You have made a profound difference in MY attitude, ability and skill level in understanding the basic principles and skills that are required to have a happy well behaved dog and for that I will be eternally grateful...... Thank-you.......
Just wanted to help your numbers with a like and a comment. Thanks for all the great content !
Tried this with my sister's pit. Went swimmingly. Then tried it with my rescue of 1 yr. Big pitty. Took double the time, but I saw a marked improvement and was quite impressed. Now, to try it with the rescue pup of 3 weeks... not many expectations. She's only 6 months old.
You’re absolutely brilliant. I’m a subscriber in Australia ❤️
The way you did a voice over for the dog was just like how you would expect the dog from disney up film to talk. And funny enough same type of dog ;)
I have been watching your video’s since a long time, even before we got our Australian Shepherd. Best training video’s by far. It helps so much. He is a good boy (most of the time). He is almost 9 months. The problem I find very frustrating is that he is all over the place with his brain. That’s most probably because of the age and because we currently life in a busy city. LOTS of things happening. When in a quite environment he listens, walks perfectly, no issues. But once outside it is hard. Looking at me, walk nicely left of me happens spontaneously. So walks are not that enjoyable most of the time. Lots of stops, lots of corrections. Any tips for a (really) busy environment? Other then moving (will happen in a few months). We keep on going and definitely not give up. A few pointers would definitely help.
Got the merch! Looking forward to the parcel and much love from over in Ontario
Thanks for these videos, they are so clear and practical... don't need to worry if I'm showing pack leader vibes or anything...coz that one used to confuse me... Also you need a jumper that says "Party's Over" 😂
Assolutely stoked when I see a new video from you Joel! ❤️
Wow this works!! Holy crap! Took about 20 times and my coco finally said oh shit, big new rules!!! Love it!!
I volunteer my two dogs that need to be retrained 🐕 🐕 💩 💩
This doggie is cute and smart!
Absolutely great. I was just talking about this on your last video.Dogwalkers on the trail, stuffing their dog's face with treats . whenever they go after other dogs horses squirrels et .It's so ridiculous and it's so doesn't work. Don't forget about me the next time you get bees. You helped me with my psychotic malinois crazy Daisy. And no advising Sheena and our foster trooper the Prynees. The least I can do is help you with your bees. They are going insane this year. 🐝
I have a 6.5 mo. Old rescue. Mix of schnauzer, Cairn or westie. Def.terrier breed. Feisty, and wanting to go after everything. Grasshopper to cars driving by. It's been a nightmare trying to walk her. This works. Big difference in just this day. Not perfect but I can really see a difference! Thank you.
I do this plus a 'place' game before leaving the front yard and on return from the walk. This definitely works but it is "all day" and "everyday" to embed the routine. The improvement over the last 6 months has been steady especially once I got myself in the right head space to be a fair boss instead of a nervous nellie.
after 9 years mine.. still lay on his bed and looking at me until i tell him to get his harness on. but we hade some mental challans whit his food allergy and he became hyper .. first 3 years lol.. i learn soo much.
I'm truly surprised my neighbors haven't said something for how often I do this myself.
I did It today, It took me around an hour and it's Better. My dog was behind me 80% of times, the others i had to correct him😁
Before today It was correcting 95% of the times. I think i just found my trainer so i'll contact this guy. Positive reinforcement and treats didn't work anywhere, neither on the leash, basically i spent the whole day giving him treats ti make him do something, to stop something and After he stopped something.
I love this method, and it got me most of the way there, but sometimes, the dog sits down in protest. What are your suggestions to make him move without resorting to dragging him around?
Make him walk by pulling him into you & releasing pressure when he starts to follow. The key is the pressure release when the dog follows what you want to do.
Good stuff man, happy to see no prong collars. I did not want to use those. I'll try this with my big boy, would love for my wife to be able to walk him.
Thank you so much for this
i am soo guilty of this. and when ive tried to practice i get embarrassed bc of neighbors. i have no private place to try it since i live in high density apts in a city. but who cares! gotta do it for my pup.
The first time that dog got outside, you could see the bratty look on its face lol.
Joel, please concider adding caps / hats to your merchandise.
Starting from inside, and through every door makes a HUDGE difference before you go on a walk..what help my reactive dog is to get exercice before the walk (broom+cord+toy = fishing play line)
I love this method. ❤️💕
This has been a game changer for my leash reactive 40kg Bull Arab cross. He can't go and sniff whatever he wants on a walk and can only sniff when I allow him too. His reactivity has diminished significantly and has made walks much more pleasant.
This is really good but I wonder what the puppy version would be or if there would be much of a difference.
Poor dog’s expression at 2:29 is epic, its like; F*ck me, this is the worst day of my life 😂
This type of approach has worked for us (from your earlier similar videos). I enjoy walking my dog. The other night my 30% American Foxhound actually encountered a real live actual fox for the first time, and well she lost her shit, but we no longer freak out at squirrels, birds, or feral cats, so I’ll take it. 🤷🏻♀️
Bizarrely her Heinz 57 mix resulted in a dog that actually resembles a very large red fox and it was actually somewhat comical.
Is so beautiful.
I think you should remember to tell people, that that they should only train there dog for half or one minute at the time like this. Obviously they have been doing it wrong and are gonna send mixed signals to the dog, and the dog loose the focus and joy fast. Of course you can go on forever because you sending clear signals with make the dog able to succeed, and treat the dog appropriate respectfully. But I think as viewer it's easy to expect to much from the dog.
Important aspect is how the leash is pulled to the side and not up. 👍
Great video. How do I handle 2 dogs I walk at the same time. Do I need to leash train each one individually first?
Good question.
Yup I've been training my older rescue Labradors "separately". One gets started inside the apartment while the other is there too.
So both get their Harnesses in the lounge, and a treat or two. And then the lead(s) and halti/muzzle goes on the obe who gets trained next.
Start rraining inside the apartment, then move into small garden w both dogs, and separate them at garden gate. The handle on top of the harness helps to make the one stay at home.
My two are stubborn, strong and have completely different personalities. This way I can focus on one dog, survive all the traffic, and adjust what I do to better suit the dog and have a better walk.
You should have your own gentle leaders (all day imprinted) would buy it asap
Omg yes!!! I’d buy it to!
Oh heck yeah! I'd buy a few of them too!
I would, too, if the nose loop is padded or soft (not the same material as the rest of the gentle leader).
With sizing for giant breeds.
Yes I definitely want a Beckman all day gentle leader for my Siberian Husky! ❤
I did this and after the 5th time my 18 month GSD start mouthing me
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Because its the wrong method if someone puts a collar and lead on you and yanks your neck what would you do....
Then you correct your dog for mouthing you. My husky does mouthy behaviors for a few different reasons that have nothing to do with walking on a leash. I just let her know that it's not ok to do that and she stops. Your dog is going to be frustrated in the beginning of training with the gentle leader because it feels different and it doesn't allow the dog to just do whatever it wants to while dragging you down the street and through your neighbor's yard. Give it more time. My husky gets rewarded by finally getting to the dog park and getting to run and play off leash. Today on the way home, she decided to try a new tactic by doing zoomies when she was reminded not to pull. It was actually funny at first because she wrapped herself around a car barrier and ended up correcting herself. I did have to finally firmly take her by the collar with both hands, back her up a few feet, and tell her no more. She walked home fine after that. I call her my velcro dog with a side of ADD and ADHD, highly energetic and a tad stubborn with a determination to do what she wants. But I love her and she has the sweetest disposition and is really a good dog. She is almost too submissive with other dogs and at 16 months, is just now starting to stand up to the bullies at the dog park but isn't trying to bite, just letting them know to leave her alone. Don't give up. GSD's are also very determined and so smart, but that is what makes them such a great breed. ❤
Not your patented method ^^ But a method that works. I prefer a much more positive approach but I will change based on the dogs need. If the dog's all happy-flappy and willing already, I can reinforce it with positivity instead of popping-method. But if the dog is stubborn, not really food driven and so on, I would use this method.
That's what I would teach: Use the method your dog needs. Because it's always this: Just because one method does work, it doesn't mean another would be much better at it for your situation.
Great work!
Stay crunchy.
I like the way he does the backward yank with the least amount of force necessary to get the dogs attention.
I've learned this method earlier in life, and it works so well with my Australian shepherd
Hey Beckman family 💌🐾,
✅ Absolutely
This is actually an amazing video. Wake up people. It’s not that hard. Humans before dog. It’s awesome when people realize who is boss.
Reactivity question: how do you stop/correct a reactive episode when it happens on a walk? Do you just turn and pull them away? Or is there a method to stopping it when it starts? My girl is calm and walks great until she sees a dog and then she barks like mad and pulls (shes a shih tsu).
An once of avoidance is worth a ton of correction. Manage your walks to avoid stressing your dogs and having him rehearse these behaviours.
Could I implement this technique gently with my 4 month old puppy (lab) and a harness? He's having such a hard time going on walks, only goes where he wants to & I don't want to be too rough on correcting him. It is usually just the beginning of the walks, after a while he will follow more appropriately. Thanks for all the great content!
Thanks for the great video!
What do you do when the dog stops to pee? For example, we are not on a "heel", we are "free mode", having a walk on loose leash and suddenly the dog stops to poop/pee?
And if I should correct him for stopping on a free comand, how should I tell him that somewhere it's okay to poo/pee?
In my neighborhood, one of the sidewalks passes by a few of our neighbors backyard with dogs, and my pup does get distracted. How should I get his attention since walking back and forth, we’re still in the same area? Tug the sides?
I like that you are not a “treat whimp”.
There should be a "Those days are over" t-shirt 😂
He’s trying to run away from you. Smart dog.
This was great!! Thank you! We may be getting a dog that is scared of collars and walks, is there a good way to try and fix that issue?
Excellent video. We have a 5 month old Labrador and I've been working on with these techniques. You mentioned in you video you would treat a 6 month dog different than a 9 month. We want to loose leash walk but are still struggling. What should I expect from a 5 month old Lab for loose leash walking? What collar would you recommend I use?
I'm so glad i found this but I have a follow up question. I have an 8 month old tiny 3pound Chihuahua and no collars will fit her neck so I use a harness instead, does that matter?
That All Day long is the secret. And as soon as the dog realizes that you are patient.
4:11 He bit at that leash like man if you don't come on. 😅😅
Thanks to your videos I had a cane corso that was a puller on a leash when I got him a month ago to now I regularly walk him off leash. The transformation was crazy using this method
Love your style of training, is there a course or books you have made for dog trainers?
Do you let your dog stop and sniff? Is the correlation only when he pulls ahead?
Some dogs can be crafty as all hell with this.
My dog is excellent on lead, granted he IS getting on in age but he's pretty much had the same temperment from when we first got him.....
.... With the exception of my dad walking him. Yes, he doesn't pull like a tank which is a rare sight for bully breeds where I'm from, but my dad is absolutely not 100% in control. Part of this is down to my dad's poor eyesight, part of it down to the fact that my dad refuses to really comprehend animal behaviours (Never grew up with pets).
The dog absolutely takes the advantage he can to take dad where he wants to go. He doesn't even THINK about it with me or my mom. He will stop and check for traffic when crossing streets (UK here, need to be more aware of surroundings in this respect), and this doesn't require any lead pressure, just a quick 'wait' and 'watch'.
It's kind of funny to see how intelligent some animals are in this respect.
This is great but how do I combat a dog that doesn't like to walk? I have a lil 15 lb stubborn dog that hates walks surprisingly. He'll walk in the mornings but never far. Then he'll lay down and let me choke him to death by trying to drag him to walk I feel so embarrassed walking him. He's almost 3 but been doing this since we got him
Why are you walking him then? Let him relieve himself then go do something he’d rather do.
Can you do this if your dog has a harness not a collar?
To be completly honest and all due respect to his methods: The only problem I see when is that he creates a hestitant dog. Thats totally fine as long as you dont want a working dog or a dog you want to train to become proactive. Then this will cost you massively in bonding. Aversive methods do work, but they never come without a cost.
Before you say I have no clue. I tried the methods and they did work. But my dog became somewhat distrustful and slow. Not really fitting in the style of training we do now. Bonding gets better tho. Just try anything else before you work in punishment-based training.
Anyways good video tho.
I hate correcting my dogs. I do it and don't let them get away with anything but I still hate it. I kinda can see in your face (when the dog isn't looking of course) that it bothers you as well. I think that is why I'm drawn to your training style. When they're doing really good but they push a little too far and you have to correct them, your face says "man, you're doing so good! I have to do this and I'm sorry". I'm not sure if anyone else sees it. Don't mistake what I'm saying for weakness or anything of the sort. I can just tell you are an extremely caring individual and that care comes across as stern but it really a protective instinct. I'm extremely kind hearted but I have a stone face, I speak to the point and don't mince words. People mistake that often.
How many times a day do you recommend doing this exercise? And for how long?
Your technique is kind of similar to corrective u-turns. The dog corrects itself when it walks too far in front of you and eventually learns that it needs to focus on you in order to stop these corrections. What are your thoughts on corrective u-turns? Which technique do you believe is more efficient and why?
Thank you! My therapy-dog-in-training (a 15 month old, intact, male black lab) and I have our AKC Canine Good Citizen (re)test coming up this week, and this video and method seem like just the tool I need to help ensure he doesn't decide randomly to go and check out the mat in the corner that smells like a hundred dog's pee right as we're up to demonstrate our ability to loose leash walk around the room.
Just came back from practicing this a ton throughout our evening walk, and what a difference it made from our other walks today (where he wasn't pulling bad, but was not nearly as keyed in on following me and being aware of where I was at any given time, and without constant vocal cues).
Thank you, this video helped me greatly today!
How do you control the dog with the leash to pull him back? When my dog is trying to go his own way on the leash and i pull he goes up on his hind legs :(
Any assistance for a young dog that refuses to walk. He just sits and has no interest in walking. I’m starting to get concerned and the only way to move him at all is showing a treat which I hate to bribe home like that.
Did you have to train Prince like that?
What do you do about dogs eating grass?
At what point do you let him sniff stuff on that walk without pulling him away? Or is it literally 'you're not allowed to walk anywhere as long as I'm not going there too'?
The dog I'm walking is a 1-year old flatcoated retriever and he loves to sniff as we walk. I'm supposed to be running with him but he stops to sniff everything on the way, so it's not possible, especially in the city.