Thanks for watching our 7 leadership tips video! If you'd like to take a deeper dive into the theory behind being a great leader for your dog, check out this video from our channel: th-cam.com/video/QntS570VFZ0/w-d-xo.html Happy Training! ~Ken
We have our collie puppy for 2 weeks now. He is now 13 weeks old. He learned to sleep in a crate so quickly and doesn't do toilet there which is great. However if we put a mattress in he pees it instantly even after he's been outside. We kept crate empty with just a plastic tray for a week without accident but he peed mattress the moment we put it in. He also has no intrest in showing he wants to go outside despite the fact we reward him every time he does it outside and take him out after sleep, meal or play just like you instructed. I just wanted to thank you for you videos because we can now see the difference in training and results compared to our previous dog.
Re crate - i was against it before i learned about it. Now my pup is 5 months and he uses the crate when he wants to be "off duty". Most of the times it almost feels like he feel obligated to go check what's going on even when he is absolutely exhausted and wants to sleep. So he goes happily to cage and it's like he knows he can fully rest there.
I have a 16 week old puppy. It all feels so overwhelming. She is a husky shepherd mix from a rescue. She has a lot of energy as you might imagine. I can get her focused on me in distractions because shes super food motivated but we're at sit lay down and leave it. And moving beyond these commands has been tricky as so much of our energy is spent potty training her, playing with her, letting her run, giving her puzzles or things to chew on, and keeping her from chewing our toddler or stealing all our 7yos toys. The house line is obviously a must and puppy nipping is so hard! I love watching all your videos and it's been invaluable! But knowing where we need to focus next is hard! But we are just at a point of we just need to learn to coexist without biting right now 😂 its impossible to keep her completely controlled next to us because she needs to get her energy out by running and playing walking puzzles chewing investigating and sniffing so along the way she makes not great choices and everytime I feel like I fail because I didnt prevent a bad choice. And to be honest sometimes I just look the other way and let her chew on something i dont care if she has or let shred paper i didnt need or just pull on the leash because need to get energy out. But I'm pretty sure that's against the "good handler" rules......
I realize this is a bit off topic, and a tad odd, but just wanted to throw this idea out that: When somebody (especially if they're without a dog themselves) asks me if they can say hi to my dog and I'm needing to say no, I always say it in a REALLY nice way because: Before I had or knew about dogs, there've been times when I've been going thru a really rough patch with something, and seeing a dog out there's made me feel better and in my vulnerable state I'd ask. Fortunately no one said no at any of those times or I probably would have been fairly crushed.... (and before someone hits me with the snowflake comments LOL I'm just talking when I've been like in a state of grief or depression or something.... not my normal state) so, I'll usually just say a quick "ohh-- I'd LOVE to but she's in training right I'm now so sorry!! I know she's really cute tho... thank you for understanding!!" I know we definitely have to say no at certain times but just a quick note to keep in mind so we can take a sec to look out for our fellow humans too! 💗 (Clearly I'm not talking here about people who are running up like "oh my Gaaaaaaahh!!!! I have to pet your dog and I'm going to NOOOWWWW!!!" 😂 Yes, in that case- whoa there Jackson! 🤣
I can attest to the over night crate thing- my dog is about 2.5 months old and she sleeps beside me in the bed and alerts to my seizures, wakes me from night mares. she's very good.
I completed collar training with my pup and he responded well. But now at 24 weeks he has become snappy if you try to move him away from digging etc. Any tips please?
I need to correct my 7-month old puppy (he’s with us for 2 months) on his barking at neighbor’s movement when they leaves their house and when returning. With the leash in the house, do you use a normal collar? What do I do with the leash then? My puppy is a Papillon
My 5 month old Chihuahua puppy knows his name. He can sit, down, drop it, leave it, shake, dance, recall, watch me and bed. Walks on a leash and he is fully potty trained. But I interact with him a lot of times a day for training. He is a great dog. When we leave the house he gets free roam but only because I know he makes the right decisions. When he came the first week I did nothing else than run around after him to teach him potty outside. After a week he knew to alert me to go out. After that he graduadly got more freedom. I was lucky he did not have bad behaviours when he came. He picked my husband as his friend yet he listens to me the best. I never had to scold him, and I only rewarded good behaviour. Once you get the hang of it training is easy. All you need to do is find the thing your dog loves most and reward with that.
Thx so much for all Your videos! When puppies are 8 to 16 weeks old they need to socialize and meet as many people in dogs. Correct? My question is is it really bad for people to say hi to your puppy when you’re walking him on the street or wherever? Is it good for the puppy to say hi to everybody at that point or just from a far?
How do you balance training being on your timeline with the puppy having times that they are just not listening well or interested in their kibble? My puppy is great to train at breakfast but for dinner he'll just ignore his kibble rather than obey. He's very distracted and nippy from 4pm on even with exercise . I want him to know he has to obey all the time but i also want to set him up for success.
My puppy (English Shepherd) is 15 weeks old. He sleeps through the night fine and knows to go to the toilet outside which is great. The problem is that he gets anxious any time he's left alone. We tried crate training but he really got upset and didn't calm (left him for hours overnight, he ended up soiling the crate). He currently sleeps in the crate (door open) but in our bedroom. I should say we tried for days and days with treats and Kong toy in the crate before closing the door. Any advice would be much appreciated! Thanks and keep up the great, informative videos!
Hi there, George! It sounds like you’ve done some good problem solving so far. Make sure you’re using the crate more often for short sessions. You can follow some of the distraction strategies you’ve been using so far, but moving his crate around to locations that are within earshot and having him go into his crate for a few minutes at a time can be a really good way to teach him that his crate is a safe and comfortable place to be. Here’s a video that speaks about barking in the crate, but it also has some good tips for general crate training tips: th-cam.com/video/G5b2ILPr_YE/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching ~Ken
I so appreciate your videos and expertise. I started watching a few months before getting my puppy so I would have some knowledge under my belt. My pup os a Cokapoo and almost 4 months old. We received him when he was 9 weeks. The training is going well, he is a smart cookie BUT.... he won't go to the door when he has to pee or poop. I have him on a schedule and I am pushing the time from every hour, after feeding, after naps ect to every 1.5-2 hours. I bring him to the door, have him sit and I say "need to pee?" He seldom makes mistakes unless I get busy and forget. How do I train him to SHOW me he has to go out?
i have a dog, my problem with her is that she is very aggressive towards or dogs and towards food, when she was young she played and she was never aggressive but as age went in she started being very aggressive with food and other dogs(she is 4.5 right now)
Thx so much for all Your videos! When puppies are 8 to 16 weeks old they need to socialize and meet as many people in dogs. Correct? My question is is it really bad for people to say hi to your puppy when you’re walking him on the street or wherever? Is it good for the puppy to say hi to everybody at that point or just from a far? I mean at that age is in a good for people to come and pet the puppy and say hi?
My puppy, when on a long line would run and hit the end of the line and do a somersault. I’m worried he will hurt himself. I bought a wireless fence fo when he has the zombies. He knows the boundaries and there is no longer danger to his neck and spine.
You talk in LOTS of your videos about using a house line and a lead line outside for pups during training. We have tried this over and over again with our pup and she WILL NOT stop chewing on it all the time. We’ve stopped using it because she chewed through so many. I see the value of it - in theory. But in practice, it causes more difficulty than assistance. We have constantly rewarded her for “leaving it” and give her other appropriate things to chew on. But, she constantly goes back to these lines to chew on - incessantly! What do you do in this situation????
When my lil one grabs my stuff and runs with it, & doesn't wanna give it up, I usually grab one of her favorite toys or bones and I honestly tell her to give me mine and I will give her hers so a trade ya works with us
I have a 14 year old dog I think he's in pretty good health but he poos in the house I think it's defiance but it could be health problem he's going next week to the vet but I wonder what you think
Hi there, Alice! I actually have an indoor activity playlist for you! Indoor Games To Play With Your Dog th-cam.com/play/PL7BBgLulherm1o253y8luGvnteebt8RcY.html Have fun! Happy Training! ~Ken
How do I start reducing the use of treats during training so my puppy doesn't start expecting treats every time she does what I want her to especially since I'm owner training her to be a service dog also how do I get my puppy to quit stealing food from my toddler
Love this question, Danielle! It's actually a 2 part answer because they are 2 different things. To make sure you don't become dependent on food, it's all about your timing when you're training. I have a short video for you to understand how to slowly wean off of food in your training: th-cam.com/video/iZmpnqJDrFc/w-d-xo.html To stop your puppy from taking food from your toddler, you'll need to begin to show her that the behavior isn't allowed. Using a "leave it" command will be a great way to give her that kind of information. Here is a link to a video that will explain in detail: th-cam.com/video/tDYzRgf3sOI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching! ~Ken
my 12mths old rescue , will not come near or too me when i call him ,or when i want too walk him ,he just keeps running away , and thinks its a big game
I will be getting a new border collie soon. I've done tons of research, especially through guidance of your videos. I feel well prepared and educated. I'd love some more elaboration on controlling the training situation. I currently have a roommate and I feel as though teaching him to not undo my training is a larger obstacle than the training itself. Should I limit the puppies freedom without my supervision? It is a touchy subject. My friends all have a strong mentality of spoiling dogs and punishing bad behaviors without redirecting or reinforcing good behavior. How do I get around this for the several months of house training in store?
Hi there, Taylor! I really like the answers that you’ve already arrived at. Part of being a great leader for your puppy, will be educating the people close to you about your intentions. It’s not like all of your hard work will be completely destroyed if your puppy gets some bad information. But your puppy will learn a lot more quickly if you’re clear with them, and a great way to do that is to control their experiences early in their life. Crating your puppy when you aren’t there to supervise is a really good way to do that. If you need to have your puppy let out when you aren’t there, then giving your roommate a clear set of instructions will be helpful. It may also make it very clear to your roommate what your expectations are. It’s great to be able to spoil your dog. But only when they have earned it! I have great confidence that you’ll make the right decisions with your new four-legged family member. Limiting your puppy’s freedom when you aren’t able to supervise them is the best way to make sure that they’re getting good information. Educating your friends and family who will be around your puppy is also a great way to have some consistency in your puppy’s life. And those people can be an amazing help when it comes to distraction training. And simple “meet and greet”, sitting on a loose leash exercises! Have fun with your new puppy. And Happy Training! ~Ken
Get on Facebook there’s two or three border collie training groups that are very helpful because these dogs are extremely intelligent and must have a job it’s essential to their existence they are the smartest dogs there are like a human. It’s very hard to outthink them they want you to give them a job. It can be caring something or bringing you something. Make sure she has tasks every day and she will be happy with tremendous amounts of exercise I ride my bike with her. Just be careful and make sure she’s under your control best of luck they are quite the challenge
I am trying to train my dog to listen to me at a long distance away, and it's not really going well I always need to be right up in his face to get him to listen. And he is 7 months training to be a service dog. how would you start that training and keep it reliable?
Hi there, All_4_Paws! The best way to have reliable skills at a distance is to have reliable skills at close distances first. Distance is one of the tougher challenges for dogs to work through. When you have done lots of training in close, you’ll be able to add some distance to all of those skills. The other thing is to make sure your can help your dog to be right if they make the wrong decision when they’re at a distance. And to be sure that you’re setting them up to be successful. If you aren’t 100% sure that he will be right, you need to have a long line on so you can train through the skill without having to repeat yourself over and over, or having to chase him to teach him to listen. Thanks for watching! ~Ken
My issue with crating is that, while it may be true that dogs like small spaces, there is, I think, a difference between choosing to go into a small space and being able to get out when you want, and being forced to be in a small space with no way out. Yes wolves might be denning animals, but do you think a wolf would be happy if you blocked up the entrance to its den while it was in there so that it was stuck in there until you removed the blockage. I doubt it. I think you'd have a highly stressed, terrified and ferocious wolf to contend with. I am not trying to start a huge discussion, just give my opinion. Crates might make things easier for us humans but that does not necessarily mean they are what is right for the dog. I understand that dogs need to 'earn freedom', and I am not planning to let my puppy have the run of the house from the moment I bring them home, but I will use less cramping methods of confinement (e.g. x pens and baby gates). They will have a crate to use as a den but the door will stay open.
Hi there, Laura! The most important part of introducing your puppy to their crate is to teach them that it’s a rewarding place to be. You’ll be able to quickly associate it with positive things, rather than just making it a place to put them when you can’t supervise. With a little training, your puppy will soon understand that their crate is a rewarding place to be. Here’s a link to get you started: Crate Training A Puppy (So They LOVE Their Crate) - th-cam.com/video/sBHJj5bqIkE/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching! ~Ken
@@McCannDogs Thanks for the video, I can understand that they can be ok with being crated while they have something to do e.g. eat their dinner or sleep because it is night time and they are tired. But what about when they are in with nothing to do for a long time, after a while do they not start to become bored, frustrated or maybe anxious?
Great question! The best thing you can do is focus on quality time when your pup is out of their crate. Doing something that’s both mentally and physically engaging will help your pup to be ready for a rest and they’ll be much more likely to feel relaxed and comfortable when they’re in there. The amount of time they spend in their crate is more dependent on their behavior than their age, but if every time they are out of their crate they are doing something engaging with you, then they will be ready for some time to snooze and recharge their little “batteries” in their crate! ~Ken
I have a 12yrs Yorkie. And I just got a 11wk old pug. The Yorkie doesn’t want anything to do with the pug. I shave to keep them separate. Because the Yorkie growls at the pug when the pug comes near him. Any advice???
Hi there! There are a few things you can do to introduce your puppy to your older dog in a way that works for everyone. Here’s a link that talks about some steps you can take: How To Introduce Your Puppy To Your Other Dog(s) - th-cam.com/video/B-V0CBEGp2Y/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching ~Ken
The girl that has the Boston Terrier that says he poops on the carpet did she use the crate and have it beside her at night in her room because then he sees them and he won't cry in it shouldn't anyway but you guys have hit clip on how to get the dog used to the crate
I rescued my 8 month old dog and I knew when I got her she was very shy and nervous. But it’s literally been a month and she’s still this way like 50 percent of the time. The vet did give us this calming collar and I guess it worked a little. But she’s still so timid and nervous about everything. Noise movement everything. She loves us and my 6 year old son, but she is still so scary. To the point where sometimes she will even urinate a little bit. What do I do?
Hi there, Jasmine! Your situation sounds like it requires more specific information for your dog. Understanding what triggers this response for her, and how to properly reinforce her good choices and her moments of confidence is going to be of utmost importance for you, and her. I would recommend finding a qualified behaviorist in your area, who you have thoroughly researched, to help guide you through this process. Especially when there are kids involved, you need to be careful about how you approach your dog's training! I wish I could help more, but finding a local professional who has lots of experience with worried dogs will be the best advice that I can give in a TH-cam comment! ~Ken
I adopted a 11 mth gsp. He was skittish with loud noises, neighbors on other side o fence etc. when he got startled, I would encourage him and walk with him to investigate telling him it’s ok. Seems to be helping. Good luck.
I am not sure where I failed but my dog will bite when she wants to go out. I appreciate that she is trying to get my attention but nipping is not the way I want her to get me to take her out. Last night she came up looked at me and started to jump and bite. When I took too long to get to the door she went on the floor. She is five months old now and doesn't have many accidents but how do I change the way she lets me know she wants to go out?
Hi there, Jen Lyn! While you're working through this, be sure to have a house-line on her so you can quickly address the jumping up and nipping. I have a video that can show you how to address that behavior. This video will show you how to teach her to learn a little more self-control when she's using her teeth: th-cam.com/video/0zw0_FTQpH0/w-d-xo.html The next video will help you to identify her sign that she needs to go out, and to capture that, so she can learn that when she comes to you to let you know that she needs to go out, the process doesn't involve jumping up. Be sure to pay close attention to her so you can identify the early cues that she needs to go. Here is a link to the video where you can capture that behavior: th-cam.com/video/qL2qkhDALK0/w-d-xo.html Happy Training! ~Ken
In my opinion and experience, personal and what I’ve seen, outside freedom is not really that enjoyable for a dog that is alone. It stresses them out, for some they engaged in excessive barking, most annoyingly at night, and they can get bored and isolated. They can also become independent and not engaged with owners. Life is more exciting with limitations. Total “freedom” becomes boring, for both dogs and humans.
I have a 7 moth old rescue puppy who has separation anxiety to the point she poops in her crate. She’s taken out I don’t make a big deal about leaving but I have to bathe her when I come home I am working on leaving and coming back on short spurts but’s sometimes I can’t do that please help thanks
Hi there, Debbie! I love the idea of leaving her for varying amounts of time, to build some longevity in her crate. I have a video with some exercises for you to work on with her. By building some value for her crate, and making the crate a fun place to be, you may start to notice that she's more relaxed while she's in there. Here is a link to a video that we created to help her be more comfortable in her crate: th-cam.com/video/sBHJj5bqIkE/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching! ~Ken
I tried using the houseline. My puppy just sees it as a toy. She runs around with it in her mouth and tries to play tug o war with it. Seems like it kinda gets her more excited.
Hi there, Joelle! That can happen for a puppy who is first using a house-line. Because you're supervising your puppy when you have the line on, you can use your voice to mark the moment that your puppy starts playing with her line. Then follow that with giving your puppy something that she is allowed to play with. With just a few interactions, your pup will start to realize that the line isn't much fun. Working with you, chewing on a toy or whatever you redirect her attention to, will much more entertaining! For playing tug-of-war, make sure you've taught her an "out" command. Now, you need to work on this exercise separately. We don't want your puppy learning that every time she picks up her "tug toy" leash that you're going to have to get a treat out. But teaching her an "out" is going to be a great way to spend some quality time with her, and it's actually one of the first things we work on with our own puppies. It's a helpful skill for a puppy to have since they're exploring the world with their mouths in the beginning. Here is a link to a video that you'll find helpful for that: th-cam.com/video/NiSxXUZILHw/w-d-xo.html Happy Training! ~Ken
6 month German shepherd Pyrenees just got in the fridge and stole a ham piece and growled when asked to drop He is totally house trained still barking at dogs cats and people
I have a 3 month old puppy. I'm having a hard time training him to not potty in the house. So he's mostly in his crate but I want him to have access to the house but I can't trust him. He always ends up peeing in the house. I'm frustrated and I don't want my house smelling like pee!
Hi there, Bianca! I can totally understand how frustrating that would be! Supervision is an important element in stopping those potty training mistakes in your situation. So is knowing what to do when you catch your puppy in the act of peeing in your home. I'll include a link to our Puppy Potty Training playlist that begins with dealing with those indoor accidents, but it will also include some videos that will help you better deal with some other aspects of puppy potty training. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/L1KqfQOSrKs/w-d-xo.html Happy Training! ~Ken
My pup doesn't listen to me at all inside or out 😑 it doesn't matter how much training we do. Especially coming back inside when called. He's gonna be 1 year in 2 weeks and I still have to walk him outside on a leash or he won't go potty, and he won't come back inside at all.
That’s not uncommon if you’re not focused on setting him up to be successful, ILoveMyDog! You need him to understand that it’s important to listen. And always have a way to help him to be right. Here’s another video where we talk about leadership that will help: Leadership Dog Training - Are You Being A Bad Leader? - Professional Dog Training Tips th-cam.com/video/QntS570VFZ0/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching! ~Ken
Hi there, Emily! When you see your puppy start chewing on their house-line you can tell them to “leave it” then redirect them onto something that they are allowed to chew on. The great part about the house line is that they will only have it one when they’re out of their crate and you’re supervising them. So you’ll have great timing to interrupt that behavior. And you’ll also be able to start your “Leave It” training! If you’d like to work on that skill in a couple of weeks when your puppy is a little older, here is a link to some more challenging “Leave It” training: th-cam.com/video/tDYzRgf3sOI/w-d-xo.html Happy Training! ~Ken
@@McCannDogs Ahhh the crate. We're working on getting him used to it with all the tips and tricks you guys have taught us. He's so averse to the crate. However we continue to redirect his chewing onto things he's allowed to chew. He's getting a bit better. Still a work in progress apparently! I'm home today and will be working on both drop it and leave it commands.
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How can I more effectively house train my puppy if I do not want him sleeping in a crate overnight? I want my dog to sleep on my bed with me every single night of his life and I am unwilling to compromise on that.
Hi there, A Bayless! we do lots of videos that are mostly talking! It's so you can have a deeper understanding of dog training. The core principles are more important than you think because then you can apply them to your specific needs for your specific dog. There are lots of entertainment dog training channels on TH-cam that you will enjoy. But we're all about teaching you how to successfully train your pup, no matter what their needs might be! Happy Training! ~Ken
Thanks for watching our 7 leadership tips video! If you'd like to take a deeper dive into the theory behind being a great leader for your dog, check out this video from our channel: th-cam.com/video/QntS570VFZ0/w-d-xo.html
Happy Training! ~Ken
We have our collie puppy for 2 weeks now. He is now 13 weeks old. He learned to sleep in a crate so quickly and doesn't do toilet there which is great. However if we put a mattress in he pees it instantly even after he's been outside. We kept crate empty with just a plastic tray for a week without accident but he peed mattress the moment we put it in. He also has no intrest in showing he wants to go outside despite the fact we reward him every time he does it outside and take him out after sleep, meal or play just like you instructed. I just wanted to thank you for you videos because we can now see the difference in training and results compared to our previous dog.
I don't have my puppy yet. But real soon!
Watching your training video's has helped to so much!, and I want to thank you so very much! Laura Coggs
Re crate - i was against it before i learned about it. Now my pup is 5 months and he uses the crate when he wants to be "off duty". Most of the times it almost feels like he feel obligated to go check what's going on even when he is absolutely exhausted and wants to sleep. So he goes happily to cage and it's like he knows he can fully rest there.
I have a 16 week old puppy. It all feels so overwhelming. She is a husky shepherd mix from a rescue. She has a lot of energy as you might imagine. I can get her focused on me in distractions because shes super food motivated but we're at sit lay down and leave it. And moving beyond these commands has been tricky as so much of our energy is spent potty training her, playing with her, letting her run, giving her puzzles or things to chew on, and keeping her from chewing our toddler or stealing all our 7yos toys. The house line is obviously a must and puppy nipping is so hard! I love watching all your videos and it's been invaluable! But knowing where we need to focus next is hard! But we are just at a point of we just need to learn to coexist without biting right now 😂 its impossible to keep her completely controlled next to us because she needs to get her energy out by running and playing walking puzzles chewing investigating and sniffing so along the way she makes not great choices and everytime I feel like I fail because I didnt prevent a bad choice. And to be honest sometimes I just look the other way and let her chew on something i dont care if she has or let shred paper i didnt need or just pull on the leash because need to get energy out. But I'm pretty sure that's against the "good handler" rules......
How's your dog now?
Awesome advice. So pragmatic and real. You both are excellent. Thank you for your videos.
Thank You So Much For All these Trainings
I realize this is a bit off topic, and a tad odd, but just wanted to throw this idea out that:
When somebody (especially if they're without a dog themselves) asks me if they can say hi to my dog and I'm needing to say no, I always say it in a REALLY nice way because:
Before I had or knew about dogs, there've been times when I've been going thru a really rough patch with something, and seeing a dog out there's made me feel better and in my vulnerable state I'd ask. Fortunately no one said no at any of those times or I probably would have been fairly crushed.... (and before someone hits me with the snowflake comments LOL I'm just talking when I've been like in a state of grief or depression or something.... not my normal state) so, I'll usually just say a quick "ohh-- I'd LOVE to but she's in training right I'm now so sorry!! I know she's really cute tho... thank you for understanding!!"
I know we definitely have to say no at certain times but just a quick note to keep in mind so we can take a sec to look out for our fellow humans too! 💗
(Clearly I'm not talking here about people who are running up like "oh my Gaaaaaaahh!!!! I have to pet your dog and I'm going to NOOOWWWW!!!" 😂 Yes, in that case- whoa there Jackson! 🤣
Absolutely great video!
I can attest to the over night crate thing- my dog is about 2.5 months old and she sleeps beside me in the bed and alerts to my seizures, wakes me from night mares. she's very good.
I completed collar training with my pup and he responded well. But now at 24 weeks he has become snappy if you try to move him away from digging etc. Any tips please?
I need to correct my 7-month old puppy (he’s with us for 2 months) on his barking at neighbor’s movement when they leaves their house and when returning. With the leash in the house, do you use a normal collar? What do I do with the leash then? My puppy is a Papillon
My 5 month old Chihuahua puppy knows his name. He can sit, down, drop it, leave it, shake, dance, recall, watch me and bed. Walks on a leash and he is fully potty trained. But I interact with him a lot of times a day for training. He is a great dog. When we leave the house he gets free roam but only because I know he makes the right decisions. When he came the first week I did nothing else than run around after him to teach him potty outside. After a week he knew to alert me to go out. After that he graduadly got more freedom. I was lucky he did not have bad behaviours when he came. He picked my husband as his friend yet he listens to me the best. I never had to scold him, and I only rewarded good behaviour. Once you get the hang of it training is easy. All you need to do is find the thing your dog loves most and reward with that.
Opps! He's ready for college. I'll send my Shih Tzu to you. She is alpha at 9 months. That's why I'm watching all Alpha videos.
@@rozlin313 by 9 months she already should be trained.
Thx so much for all
Your videos! When puppies are 8 to 16 weeks old they need to socialize and meet as many people in dogs. Correct? My question is is it really bad for people to say hi to your puppy when you’re walking him on the street or wherever? Is it good for the puppy to say hi to everybody at that point or just from a far?
How do you balance training being on your timeline with the puppy having times that they are just not listening well or interested in their kibble? My puppy is great to train at breakfast but for dinner he'll just ignore his kibble rather than obey. He's very distracted and nippy from 4pm on even with exercise . I want him to know he has to obey all the time but i also want to set him up for success.
Thank you for great videos. Having a house line is new to me. How old is the puppy when you dont use it anymore? Do you have an off leash tip video?
Great info guys keep up the good work 👍
My puppy (English Shepherd) is 15 weeks old. He sleeps through the night fine and knows to go to the toilet outside which is great. The problem is that he gets anxious any time he's left alone. We tried crate training but he really got upset and didn't calm (left him for hours overnight, he ended up soiling the crate). He currently sleeps in the crate (door open) but in our bedroom. I should say we tried for days and days with treats and Kong toy in the crate before closing the door. Any advice would be much appreciated! Thanks and keep up the great, informative videos!
Hi there, George! It sounds like you’ve done some good problem solving so far. Make sure you’re using the crate more often for short sessions. You can follow some of the distraction strategies you’ve been using so far, but moving his crate around to locations that are within earshot and having him go into his crate for a few minutes at a time can be a really good way to teach him that his crate is a safe and comfortable place to be. Here’s a video that speaks about barking in the crate, but it also has some good tips for general crate training tips: th-cam.com/video/G5b2ILPr_YE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching ~Ken
Late reply. Snuggle Puppy with heartbeat helped my puppy relax in crate.
I so appreciate your videos and expertise. I started watching a few months before getting my puppy so I would have some knowledge under my belt.
My pup os a Cokapoo and almost 4 months old. We received him when he was 9 weeks. The training is going well, he is a smart cookie BUT.... he won't go to the door when he has to pee or poop. I have him on a schedule and I am pushing the time from every hour, after feeding, after naps ect to every 1.5-2 hours. I bring him to the door, have him sit and I say "need to pee?" He seldom makes mistakes unless I get busy and forget.
How do I train him to SHOW me he has to go out?
How can you prevent the puppy from playing with the leash they have on inside the house?
i have a dog, my problem with her is that she is very aggressive towards or dogs and towards food, when she was young she played and she was never aggressive but as age went in she started being very aggressive with food and other dogs(she is 4.5 right now)
Thx so much for all
Your videos! When puppies are 8 to 16 weeks old they need to socialize and meet as many people in dogs. Correct? My question is is it really bad for people to say hi to your puppy when you’re walking him on the street or wherever? Is it good for the puppy to say hi to everybody at that point or just from a far? I mean at that age is in a good for people to come and pet the puppy and say hi?
My puppy, when on a long line would run and hit the end of the line and do a somersault. I’m worried he will hurt himself. I bought a wireless fence fo when he has the zombies. He knows the boundaries and there is no longer danger to his neck and spine.
You talk in LOTS of your videos about using a house line and a lead line outside for pups during training. We have tried this over and over again with our pup and she WILL NOT stop chewing on it all the time. We’ve stopped using it because she chewed through so many. I see the value of it - in theory. But in practice, it causes more difficulty than assistance. We have constantly rewarded her for “leaving it” and give her other appropriate things to chew on. But, she constantly goes back to these lines to chew on - incessantly! What do you do in this situation????
When my lil one grabs my stuff and runs with it, & doesn't wanna give it up, I usually grab one of her favorite toys or bones and I honestly tell her to give me mine and I will give her hers so a trade ya works with us
I have a 14 year old dog I think he's in pretty good health but he poos in the house I think it's defiance but it could be health problem he's going next week to the vet but I wonder what you think
Really pragmatic advice!
Any tips in exercising a dog when u cant go outside due to severe snow storm like in a foot of snow and ice
Hi there, Alice! I actually have an indoor activity playlist for you! Indoor Games To Play With Your Dog th-cam.com/play/PL7BBgLulherm1o253y8luGvnteebt8RcY.html
Have fun! Happy Training! ~Ken
I bought my service dog a tread mill she love it. Seriously.
How do I start reducing the use of treats during training so my puppy doesn't start expecting treats every time she does what I want her to especially since I'm owner training her to be a service dog also how do I get my puppy to quit stealing food from my toddler
Love this question, Danielle! It's actually a 2 part answer because they are 2 different things. To make sure you don't become dependent on food, it's all about your timing when you're training. I have a short video for you to understand how to slowly wean off of food in your training: th-cam.com/video/iZmpnqJDrFc/w-d-xo.html
To stop your puppy from taking food from your toddler, you'll need to begin to show her that the behavior isn't allowed. Using a "leave it" command will be a great way to give her that kind of information. Here is a link to a video that will explain in detail: th-cam.com/video/tDYzRgf3sOI/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching! ~Ken
my 12mths old rescue , will not come near or too me when i call him ,or when i want too walk him ,he just keeps running away , and thinks its a big game
I kept telling a woman no who was wanting her dog to meet mine, her dog scared mine (8 months ) and set my shy dog back a bit. Listen people please
I will be getting a new border collie soon. I've done tons of research, especially through guidance of your videos. I feel well prepared and educated.
I'd love some more elaboration on controlling the training situation. I currently have a roommate and I feel as though teaching him to not undo my training is a larger obstacle than the training itself. Should I limit the puppies freedom without my supervision? It is a touchy subject.
My friends all have a strong mentality of spoiling dogs and punishing bad behaviors without redirecting or reinforcing good behavior. How do I get around this for the several months of house training in store?
Hi there, Taylor! I really like the answers that you’ve already arrived at. Part of being a great leader for your puppy, will be educating the people close to you about your intentions. It’s not like all of your hard work will be completely destroyed if your puppy gets some bad information. But your puppy will learn a lot more quickly if you’re clear with them, and a great way to do that is to control their experiences early in their life. Crating your puppy when you aren’t there to supervise is a really good way to do that. If you need to have your puppy let out when you aren’t there, then giving your roommate a clear set of instructions will be helpful. It may also make it very clear to your roommate what your expectations are. It’s great to be able to spoil your dog. But only when they have earned it! I have great confidence that you’ll make the right decisions with your new four-legged family member. Limiting your puppy’s freedom when you aren’t able to supervise them is the best way to make sure that they’re getting good information. Educating your friends and family who will be around your puppy is also a great way to have some consistency in your puppy’s life. And those people can be an amazing help when it comes to distraction training. And simple “meet and greet”, sitting on a loose leash exercises! Have fun with your new puppy. And Happy Training! ~Ken
Get on Facebook there’s two or three border collie training groups that are very helpful because these dogs are extremely intelligent and must have a job it’s essential to their existence they are the smartest dogs there are like a human. It’s very hard to outthink them they want you to give them a job. It can be caring something or bringing you something. Make sure she has tasks every day and she will be happy with tremendous amounts of exercise I ride my bike with her. Just be careful and make sure she’s under your control best of luck they are quite the challenge
I am trying to train my dog to listen to me at a long distance away, and it's not really going well I always need to be right up in his face to get him to listen.
And he is 7 months training to be a service dog.
how would you start that training and keep it reliable?
Hi there, All_4_Paws! The best way to have reliable skills at a distance is to have reliable skills at close distances first. Distance is one of the tougher challenges for dogs to work through. When you have done lots of training in close, you’ll be able to add some distance to all of those skills. The other thing is to make sure your can help your dog to be right if they make the wrong decision when they’re at a distance. And to be sure that you’re setting them up to be successful. If you aren’t 100% sure that he will be right, you need to have a long line on so you can train through the skill without having to repeat yourself over and over, or having to chase him to teach him to listen. Thanks for watching! ~Ken
@@McCannDogs thank you
My issue with crating is that, while it may be true that dogs like small spaces, there is, I think, a difference between choosing to go into a small space and being able to get out when you want, and being forced to be in a small space with no way out. Yes wolves might be denning animals, but do you think a wolf would be happy if you blocked up the entrance to its den while it was in there so that it was stuck in there until you removed the blockage. I doubt it. I think you'd have a highly stressed, terrified and ferocious wolf to contend with. I am not trying to start a huge discussion, just give my opinion. Crates might make things easier for us humans but that does not necessarily mean they are what is right for the dog. I understand that dogs need to 'earn freedom', and I am not planning to let my puppy have the run of the house from the moment I bring them home, but I will use less cramping methods of confinement (e.g. x pens and baby gates). They will have a crate to use as a den but the door will stay open.
Hi there, Laura! The most important part of introducing your puppy to their crate is to teach them that it’s a rewarding place to be. You’ll be able to quickly associate it with positive things, rather than just making it a place to put them when you can’t supervise. With a little training, your puppy will soon understand that their crate is a rewarding place to be. Here’s a link to get you started: Crate Training A Puppy (So They LOVE Their Crate) - th-cam.com/video/sBHJj5bqIkE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching! ~Ken
@@McCannDogs Thanks for the video, I can understand that they can be ok with being crated while they have something to do e.g. eat their dinner or sleep because it is night time and they are tired. But what about when they are in with nothing to do for a long time, after a while do they not start to become bored, frustrated or maybe anxious?
Great question! The best thing you can do is focus on quality time when your pup is out of their crate. Doing something that’s both mentally and physically engaging will help your pup to be ready for a rest and they’ll be much more likely to feel relaxed and comfortable when they’re in there. The amount of time they spend in their crate is more dependent on their behavior than their age, but if every time they are out of their crate they are doing something engaging with you, then they will be ready for some time to snooze and recharge their little “batteries” in their crate! ~Ken
My puppy also has a problem with biting and chewing on everything and everyone. How can I get him to stop?
I have a 12yrs Yorkie. And I just got a 11wk old pug. The Yorkie doesn’t want anything to do with the pug. I shave to keep them separate. Because the Yorkie growls at the pug when the pug comes near him. Any advice???
Hi there! There are a few things you can do to introduce your puppy to your older dog in a way that works for everyone. Here’s a link that talks about some steps you can take: How To Introduce Your Puppy To Your Other Dog(s) - th-cam.com/video/B-V0CBEGp2Y/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching ~Ken
The girl that has the Boston Terrier that says he poops on the carpet did she use the crate and have it beside her at night in her room because then he sees them and he won't cry in it shouldn't anyway but you guys have hit clip on how to get the dog used to the crate
What if they need to live outside
Our dogs have always slept in their crates.
Podcast ??
I rescued my 8 month old dog and I knew when I got her she was very shy and nervous. But it’s literally been a month and she’s still this way like 50 percent of the time. The vet did give us this calming collar and I guess it worked a little. But she’s still so timid and nervous about everything. Noise movement everything. She loves us and my 6 year old son, but she is still so scary. To the point where sometimes she will even urinate a little bit. What do I do?
Hi there, Jasmine! Your situation sounds like it requires more specific information for your dog. Understanding what triggers this response for her, and how to properly reinforce her good choices and her moments of confidence is going to be of utmost importance for you, and her. I would recommend finding a qualified behaviorist in your area, who you have thoroughly researched, to help guide you through this process. Especially when there are kids involved, you need to be careful about how you approach your dog's training! I wish I could help more, but finding a local professional who has lots of experience with worried dogs will be the best advice that I can give in a TH-cam comment! ~Ken
Thank you I will definitely do that!
I adopted a 11 mth gsp. He was skittish with loud noises, neighbors on other side o fence etc. when he got startled, I would encourage him and walk with him to investigate telling him it’s ok. Seems to be helping. Good luck.
I am not sure where I failed but my dog will bite when she wants to go out. I appreciate that she is trying to get my attention but nipping is not the way I want her to get me to take her out. Last night she came up looked at me and started to jump and bite. When I took too long to get to the door she went on the floor. She is five months old now and doesn't have many accidents but how do I change the way she lets me know she wants to go out?
Hi there, Jen Lyn! While you're working through this, be sure to have a house-line on her so you can quickly address the jumping up and nipping. I have a video that can show you how to address that behavior. This video will show you how to teach her to learn a little more self-control when she's using her teeth: th-cam.com/video/0zw0_FTQpH0/w-d-xo.html
The next video will help you to identify her sign that she needs to go out, and to capture that, so she can learn that when she comes to you to let you know that she needs to go out, the process doesn't involve jumping up. Be sure to pay close attention to her so you can identify the early cues that she needs to go. Here is a link to the video where you can capture that behavior: th-cam.com/video/qL2qkhDALK0/w-d-xo.html
Happy Training! ~Ken
In my opinion and experience, personal and what I’ve seen, outside freedom is not really that enjoyable for a dog that is alone. It stresses them out, for some they engaged in excessive barking, most annoyingly at night, and they can get bored and isolated. They can also become independent and not engaged with owners. Life is more exciting with limitations. Total “freedom” becomes boring, for both dogs and humans.
I have a 7 moth old rescue puppy who has separation anxiety to the point she poops in her crate. She’s taken out I don’t make a big deal about leaving but I have to bathe her when I come home I am working on leaving and coming back on short spurts but’s sometimes I can’t do that please help thanks
Hi there, Debbie! I love the idea of leaving her for varying amounts of time, to build some longevity in her crate. I have a video with some exercises for you to work on with her. By building some value for her crate, and making the crate a fun place to be, you may start to notice that she's more relaxed while she's in there. Here is a link to a video that we created to help her be more comfortable in her crate: th-cam.com/video/sBHJj5bqIkE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching! ~Ken
I tried using the houseline. My puppy just sees it as a toy. She runs around with it in her mouth and tries to play tug o war with it. Seems like it kinda gets her more excited.
Hi there, Joelle! That can happen for a puppy who is first using a house-line. Because you're supervising your puppy when you have the line on, you can use your voice to mark the moment that your puppy starts playing with her line. Then follow that with giving your puppy something that she is allowed to play with. With just a few interactions, your pup will start to realize that the line isn't much fun. Working with you, chewing on a toy or whatever you redirect her attention to, will much more entertaining! For playing tug-of-war, make sure you've taught her an "out" command. Now, you need to work on this exercise separately. We don't want your puppy learning that every time she picks up her "tug toy" leash that you're going to have to get a treat out. But teaching her an "out" is going to be a great way to spend some quality time with her, and it's actually one of the first things we work on with our own puppies. It's a helpful skill for a puppy to have since they're exploring the world with their mouths in the beginning. Here is a link to a video that you'll find helpful for that: th-cam.com/video/NiSxXUZILHw/w-d-xo.html
Happy Training! ~Ken
6 month German shepherd Pyrenees just got in the fridge and stole a ham piece and growled when asked to drop
He is totally house trained still barking at dogs cats and people
I have a 3 month old puppy. I'm having a hard time training him to not potty in the house. So he's mostly in his crate but I want him to have access to the house but I can't trust him. He always ends up peeing in the house. I'm frustrated and I don't want my house smelling like pee!
Hi there, Bianca! I can totally understand how frustrating that would be! Supervision is an important element in stopping those potty training mistakes in your situation. So is knowing what to do when you catch your puppy in the act of peeing in your home. I'll include a link to our Puppy Potty Training playlist that begins with dealing with those indoor accidents, but it will also include some videos that will help you better deal with some other aspects of puppy potty training. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/L1KqfQOSrKs/w-d-xo.html
Happy Training! ~Ken
My pup doesn't listen to me at all inside or out 😑 it doesn't matter how much training we do. Especially coming back inside when called. He's gonna be 1 year in 2 weeks and I still have to walk him outside on a leash or he won't go potty, and he won't come back inside at all.
That’s not uncommon if you’re not focused on setting him up to be successful, ILoveMyDog! You need him to understand that it’s important to listen. And always have a way to help him to be right. Here’s another video where we talk about leadership that will help: Leadership Dog Training - Are You Being A Bad Leader? - Professional Dog Training Tips th-cam.com/video/QntS570VFZ0/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching! ~Ken
The inside house line: our 11 week old pup chews it constantly! Suggestions?
Hi there, Emily! When you see your puppy start chewing on their house-line you can tell them to “leave it” then redirect them onto something that they are allowed to chew on. The great part about the house line is that they will only have it one when they’re out of their crate and you’re supervising them. So you’ll have great timing to interrupt that behavior. And you’ll also be able to start your “Leave It” training! If you’d like to work on that skill in a couple of weeks when your puppy is a little older, here is a link to some more challenging “Leave It” training: th-cam.com/video/tDYzRgf3sOI/w-d-xo.html
Happy Training! ~Ken
@@McCannDogs Ahhh the crate. We're working on getting him used to it with all the tips and tricks you guys have taught us. He's so averse to the crate. However we continue to redirect his chewing onto things he's allowed to chew. He's getting a bit better. Still a work in progress apparently!
I'm home today and will be working on both drop it and leave it commands.
How can I more effectively house train my puppy if I do not want him sleeping in a crate overnight? I want my dog to sleep on my bed with me every single night of his life and I am unwilling to compromise on that.
I like the subject matter of the videos but Im seeing jarring skips and cuts in the audio that make it difficult to watch them.
my dog sleeps when i sleep and wakes up when he notices im gone
Too much TALKING!
Hi there, A Bayless! we do lots of videos that are mostly talking! It's so you can have a deeper understanding of dog training. The core principles are more important than you think because then you can apply them to your specific needs for your specific dog. There are lots of entertainment dog training channels on TH-cam that you will enjoy. But we're all about teaching you how to successfully train your pup, no matter what their needs might be! Happy Training! ~Ken
The "talking" is the point. They are "explaining" and "answering" questions.