Nimbus has such a confident air. Like he knows he's an enormous majestic beast and nothing around is a real threat, so he can just vibe and be handsome.
@@424Sweetpea it's "air". From my friends Merriam and Webster: Air -- the look, appearance, or bearing of a person especially as expressive of some personal quality or emotion : demeanor ex: "an air of dignity", like Nimbus
That exactly is the reason why he's so chill and in return why these small dogs are flipping their lids so easily. It's a fear thing. No need to impress anything or anyone.
We have a Central Asian Shepherd. He is not docked or cropped and he is used as a livestock guardian dog for our goats. He is the best dog we have. The reason behind cropping ears and docking tails is because one wolf will grab the tail to distract and immobilize the dog while another wolf will grab onto an ear, pull it while another wolf will go for the throat. Wolves are very smart and work well together. In Central Asia where these dogs originate from people will use a collar that has long metal spikes to further protect their dogs.
There are many other breedsprotecting livestock I Europe, Pyrnees Kuvasz. Anatolians. Kangal, Ovacharka, .. Don't get cropped doxked , it's just a cultural thing for these
@@robinenbernhardThese breeds get cropped and docked at only a few days old. There’s no way for their breeders to know which ones will be pets and which ones will be working dogs at that age, so they all get it.
@@MIZZKIE totally wrong ! Nimbus is Central Asian Shep. Th many other breeds originated in different parts of Central Asia There are Caucasian shepherds, aka .. Cauc. Ovacharka, , Russian Ovac Th Turkish Kangal, here in U. S. is known as Anatolian shep,. , none get cropped, docked.. Maybe back in Asia they do,
Vanessa: "Will you wear a happy hoodie?" Nimbus: "Do what you will, woman." Ultimate zen. Such a beautiful boy! Not a surprise at all he's so highly ranked, he's so calm and cooperative.
There was a recent story about a Great Pyrenees that got into a fight with I think a dozen coyotes. He killed several on the spot and then disappeared from his property for a few days. Neighbors were finding dead coyotes around on their properties, and when the Pyrenees returned home, his ears were in tatters and his tail was gone. So while we may not agree the need for cropping/docking, there is a purpose for it, especially for working dogs. By the way, the Pyr made a complete recovery although he looks funny with his ears short and his tail gone. It did cost a lot of money, though. But he was obviously an extremely good boy and deserved his retirement!
It was apparently with 11 total, and he took down 8 of them and chased after the others. Casper the guard dog! 20 months old, so little more than a puppy.
I wouldn't expect a dog thats a bit older than a puppy to make it out from that. It's impressive. Is that how most dogs are if they are that well trained? If so that's amazing@@wishusknight3009
My Great Pyrenees, Otis, not only takes care of our flock of chickens, but he also patrols the area and has eliminated the coyotes, foxes and even a few fisher cats that showed up in the area. Everyone knows that their small pets and livestock are safe with Otis on patrol.
Me, originally from the Jersey Shore, a former US soldier living in Bavaria Germany. I have an aboriginal Central Asian Shepherd from Romania that he will be 10 years this coming January. They are huge and my dog isn't no show dog as this dog in the video. He's highly defensive aggressive against dogs, humans or any other type of animal that gets near the property. High fences and posted signs are a must!!! The last time that I gave my dog a bath was something like 7-8 years ago. He's too powerful and hates water. Baloo is 28 inches tall at the wither and weighs 120 lbs, luckily he still has his ears and whole tail attached. This is common practice in Eastern Europe thru Central Asia, cropped ears and docked tail in these wolfhounds. Schöne Grüße aus Bayern!
I love his quiet confidence. I knew a great pyrenees puppy that was much the same. When chaos would break out (at daycare) he would just quietly come over and stand between you and the other dogs that were playing. He was doing his "job" and guarding you from the other dogs. He started it on his own when he was like 6 months old.
the fact that she's getting so many of the rare livestock guardian dogs is insane. Was genuinely shocked she found a Komondor in America. The Askray Malaklisi or Sarabi would be the next white whales I imagine.
Some people think it is wrong or abusive for dogs and horses to have jobs or do work. I figure as long as they are being cared for, not worked too hard, and are treated well that it isn't a problem. Many were specifically bred for a certain job anyway or they wouldn't exist. I also think when they get a chance to do the work they were made for that it can be very physically and mentally stimulating for them which is good. What a good boy Nimbus is.
Psychologically some breeds are wired to need a job. If you don't give them a job, they will find one and youj probably won't like their choices. Guardian stock dogs in particlular.
@@rseward7183so true. As someone who has dogs of breeds that *definitely* need jobs, they can certainly find hobbies you most definitely won't approve of if they aren't given work to do. 😂
If you don’t work them like they were bred to do, they get incredibly bored and can result in them being destructive in the household. These working dogs need lots of stimulus and exercise in order to thrive. And agreed…as long as they are loved & cared for and not mistreated….it’s awesome seeing these intelligent animals in action.
@@rseward7183LoL...A couple of very bored "pet" border collies I once knew come to mind. So smart. I swear they deliberately tormented their owners just to keep busy 😊
Always fun to see other "unicorn" dogs of their breeds. My Chesapeake girl is an absolute love muffin, loves it when strangers pet her, children grab her, she's one of the most friendly dogs you could imagine. Then when people start getting that "Oh, I think I want to get one of those!" look, I have to explain that Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not like her. Good on Nimbus though, he's such a chill dude. Also a tank. A chill tank.
We have to do the same about our Tibetan Mastiff. He is the complete opposite temperament that most are about 99% of the time. The staff at his vet love that he's such a big teddy bear instead of the typical stand of attitude that comes with the breed. There is only one trigger for him and that is if he doesn't like someone around out kids. He's only acted that way with 3 people and we found out with each one that they were abusive to a "loved one".
@@Megan-jn9cd Dogs know, don't they? My Swissy loves everyone. I can count a handful of people he hasn't liked. I've listened to him and avoided those people.
God, Chessies 😂 I grew up with one and my dad still has them, and one of his now is the goofiest sweetest dog, and I'm like- what??? Who is this animal???
An old friend of mine had a Chesapeake bay retriever! She was super friendly to everyone including children, but maybe it was because she ALWAYS wanted to play fetch and was looking for friends.
Nimbus is one stunning dog!I'm always amazed when you wash/rinse their faces and they just seem to sit there and take it. I've tried that with my own pups and they freak out😂
I believe that it is a training thing from when they are puppies. I groomed my service dog, and she didn’t fuss when I washed her face with shampoo. Her Puppy Raisers have desensitized her to that process.
My Rumbo looooooooves face and head washed, and booty too. But not paws! Training is not all, don't forget that dogs are their own living being with special personality each. They can learn to tolerate, but sensitive dogs are just that! Sensitive!
For show purposes, certain breeds must be cropped , docked, either or, as dobies, scnauzers, cane Corsos, Danes , AmStaff, ears,.. tails on Rottw. , terriers, poodles.
I’ve seen first hand ears and tails that have been ripped off or severely damaged due to dog attacks, protecting property from wolves and coyotes and bear and cougar attacks. It is painful for the dog and can lead to life altering injuries if the ear or tail is ripped off or badly damaged so I have no issues with working dogs being cropped and docked but I do have issues seeing family pets or show dogs cropped and docked(it’s my personal opinion)
@@ES11777 Some working dogs are livestock guardians and fend off wolves and coyotes...there's literally an article from last year of a dog (Casper) that had part of its tail ripped off fighting coyotes. Please read up on its original purposes.
"Oh God you're such a handsome dog." Never a truer word spoken. Love the two gun approach to the blow dry. By the look on his face he would let you do that all day long. Phenomenal temperament, kudos to his owners.
He’s so chill. Cool customer. He knows he’s a badass, and doesn’t have to prove it. Powerful and sweet, all at once. Love him so much! God bless you for taking such tender care of this gentle giant.
+rachelchanel7941 That is what one calls the "Show dog air" lol. In order to be a great show dog, a dog has to not only have the conformation (structure), temperament, but also a certain charisma, conceitedness, arrogance, cockiness, and presence that draws the judge's eyes to them saying "yeah hooman judge look at me, I'm the one give it to me, You know you like this and want to give that ribbon to me, I'm better than all these mere mutts in here" LOL.
@@buffyjosmom yes but this also means Nimbus' breeder is breeding for show dog characteristics and that is why they lopped off his tail and mangled his ears--its to qualify for dog show. Nimbus isn't a working dog and could never be one, nor could his sisters and brothers. They are bred for certain traits like his easy-going temperament. I read about this breed and there's a different line of working dogs who are bred for different characteristics. Nimbus is a pretty boy (despite his disfigurement) because he is bred to be a pretty boy and to win dog shows. Sadly, Vanessa knew that Nimbus was a show dog and must know that no breeder is cutting off tails, etc., "just in case" the dog goes to a home where they are a working dog. That is bs. Show dogs don't have the work temperament and no one would buy a super expensive show dog when they need a farm dog or a guard dog. This whole video is unsettling. It's hard to look at Nimbus and his poor ears and tail. They look awful. Poor baby.
@@mygirldarbyNimbus is a working LGD. Look him up on Google. He works and his guardian family takes him to compete at dog shows as much as they can. Before making a wild uneducated assumption, educate yourself.
I ended up buying an equigroomer for my cats and was amazed at how much hair our male cat had on him. It was crazy. But for anyone who has a heavily shedding animal and the fur is all over your clothes in concentrated spots you can use it to get it off you as well.
Totally agree. My Siamese mix has three different brushes because she loves to be brushed. I bought the equigroomer and realized I wasn’t getting half the fur off of her.
For some reason, I think if Nimbus was a human, he’d be posh and sophisticated. He’d talk with a posh sounding English accent, always wear expensive suits, live in a mansion on a large property, enjoy drinks like tea and wine, and enjoy sports such as fencing, golf, horse racing, and polo.
What’s been so interesting about this channel is yes, we learn so much about grooming but I’ve gotten to see so many breeds of dogs I’ve never heard of plus learn all about them. I also enjoy all the humor. Great groomer and channel!!!
Everytime I come across your channel, it's a combination of National Geographic worthy information, awe and sometimes real emotional distress when I listen to some of these dogs' background stories. I also have come to appreciate how nimble and flexible physically ,you have to be ,working with,such large dogs. Keep up the excellent work!
That‘s exactly why I keep coming back to this channel - it‘s so well made! I learn lots every time I watch and I actually thought I know a lot about dogs 😁❤️
Even dogs that are used to grooming will have the days when they'll not want to be groomed. He's the perfect example of why it's important to get your dog used to the process: he didn't want to go through it but he did so and was well behaved through it all!!
Not uncommon among the giant Livestock Guard Dogs... Check out Raventree Ranch to see some doing what they do. The crazy thing is that the "Ranch Manager" is a black cat! They work together in numerous and bizaare ways! The alpacas revere the cat as a God !
I had to watch this one a second time because I simply adore big dogs. Until a few years ago I aways had big dogs, but shoulder surgery and back issues forced me to downsize after my last big baby crossed the Rainbow Bridge. They will aways hold a huge place in my heart.
I lived on the mountains in North Macedonia for 5 years , they had Central Asian dogs there , they crop the ears but not the tail there , ears they crop coz they usually have to fight off wolves and even tho the wolves are smaller than this dog they are very cunning and smart they bite them on their ears and legs and if they have a chance they go for the neck , these dogs usually have a spiked collar to prevent that ! Great dogs even with children ive seen it !
I am so glad that you addressed the cropping and docking of the ears and tails. It's always infuriated me to see dogs get their ears and tails chopped off, because I've always associated it with dogs that were used in baiting and fighting. I never really knew the reason behind it. It makes sense, but since I would never have a dog for any reason other than a pet to love and cherish, it would be a non-issue for me. I so appreciate the information, Vanessa! You are always here to educate us and make us all better pet parents (or pet parent wannabees). ❤
We don't have enough hard data to know if docking & cropping improves outcomes for working livestock guardians, and I'm not going to blithely discount the practice - based on millennia of experience by very practical people - without sufficient data. That said, I'm not worried about racoons tearing my dogs ears. It's wolves. Specifically, the wolves evolved to hunt large game - giant sized wolves in huge packs - that live in parts of Asia and North America. Outside of wolf country, there is little to no reason for docking or cropping dogs. The CAS was introduced to North America to limit livestock (and livestock guardian dog) losses in the face of a growing wolf population. Many are imports, so it's not surprising to see most of them cropped and/or docked. Almost all of these dogs are expected to become working dogs... They are amazing dogs, but terrible pets. Generally, they are aggressive to unfamiliar people and extremely aggressive to unfamiliar canids. Nimbus is exceptional due to the owner's hard work in breeding, socialization, and training.
That explanation was also new to me. I can't say that I found it credible, though. Does that dog look at all vulnerable to racoon aggression?! Not to me! Much smaller herding breeds, whose job obviously includes protection from predators (like wolves), aren't docked even though their smaller size would increase this alleged "vulnerability" the cropping and docking is purported to mitigate. I might be missing something, but this "benefit" to the dog just doesn't hold water for me.
I'm of the opinion that "undocked/uncropped" should be part of the breed standards in dog shows. Instead, we have organizations like the American Kennel Club doing the reverse (i.e., including "docked/cropped" in breed standards). I don't fault owners and breeders for the practice. However, in the case of dog shows, it's indefensible.
@@xxgn If it persists as part of breed standards and if breeders and owners see it rewarded in competition (ie, that's what it takes to win), they're going to keep doing it. Unlike you, I DO place some responsibility on breeders and owners. They're the ones doing it. If AKA isn't taking a definitive stand, it has at least made it optional. Breeders and owners are choosing the option they think will earn a win rather than what's best and most humane for the dog. It's complicity that perpetuates a practice everyone blames everyone else for. The buck stops with whomever chooses to stop it.
Heavy breathing partly due to water temperature and warm blow dryer, on top of standing for an hour and a half, even I have a hard time trying to stand in one place that long.
I had Central Asian Shepherd for a long time, and she had temper just like Nimbus, so calm and gentle, especially with the kids. But God forbid if you tried breaking into our yard at night, she would make you run for your life. I miss her so much, Nimbus reminds me of her...
I had a Central Asian Shepherd mix. He only lived to 9 years old. 😭 He was such a calm dog, no trouble at all. Ever. He was so huge and walking him was so easy. Bathing him was easy. He only barked when necessary. Just such a good soul.
@bojohannesen4352 They *can* live upwards of 17 years. Average is 12-15. Maialeen also mentioned their dog was a mix. Could have been a mix with something prone to sickness. Either way, telling someone they should have taken better care of their dog because it passed earlier than average is seriously messed up.
Nimbus was smiling all over himself while he was being towel dried... and when he was told he was cute I thought his heart was going to explode! What a great dog! And he is lucky to have such a wonderful groomer!
I lived in Turkmenistan for two years and my host family had one of these dogs (they’re called alabay there). His name was Ashdar (Dragon) and I loved him. He loved me too… and I was an exception… he bit at least 4 of my friends and would have definitely won any fight against any human.
He was missing Nonna, that's why he wasn't "feeling it" And I like that they did save a piece of the tail when they cropped it, so he can still communicate with it.
On show dogs thatAkc standard calls for cropping, are not done till , usually 3 mos., under anesthesia, ( tails at 2-3 days old) These dogs cut off almost at birth, & so very close, .. but it is their culture.
Vanessa doing a little bit of a rumba with the air dryer.. lol I should add - this channel is always interesting & informative, the pets are always looked after with such care. It's always a treat to see a new video pop up on screen!
My CAS was a great farm dog. They're territorial and aggressive towards strangers so training and socialisation is a must. At the same time, they're wonderful family dogs. They're very protective of kids. Mine didn't get along with other animals, so that was a challenge. We dearly loved our dog and were very sad when she passed away at 13.
Honestly, it looks like Nimbus enjoys the spa attention. Who wouldn't love a massage, even though shampoo is involved? What a majestically gorgeous pup!
Yep, i grew up in country area, and my dogs' tails were cut short so they would have additional protrction from the dry weeds and predators. Protection is also why spiked collars exist; a predator bitting the dog's spiked neck will have a bad bad day.
@@bhelliom3does it? Well, I've only seen one kind of predator messing with spiked collars so far. And those are at the other end of the leash usually.
A good friend of mine is a vet, and told me she'll occasionally need to crop the tails of dogs who injure them from whacking walls, tables etc (though they always try to save as much of the tail as possible). That doesn't cover ears, but there's at least one more legitimate reason to crop a dog's tail
Yeah there's medical reasons to declaw cats as well. In Nimbus case it's breed standard because like she said they are normally aggressive and used as working dogs.
@@Vandalynn what medical reason would that be (genuine question, not trying to be rude)? i have never head of a cat having to be declawed for medical reasons other than maybe on one or the other toe having to be amputated because of injuries.
@@recycledMilk Only thing I could think of is if the cat has extra toes that cut into its feet. But they’d only declaw those toes. Other than that I don’t see any medical reason to declaw a cat. Especially since it actually causes more damage afterward.
Sure, once they have hurt themselves. I've heard people justify docking with "they might hurt themselves later". Oh, let's cut off your arm in case you have an accident later in life and hurt it... People do take one specific, infrequent case and make it a justification for all cases, related or not.
Cropping and docking is illegal here in the uk although terrier may have tails docked if they’re going down rabbit holes or badger sets. The Dachshund is a badger dog but has never had its tail interfered with. Only vets are allowed to tail dock if the terriers are from working lines - a breeder would be prosecuted for doing so if they couldn’t supply the vet details who carried out the surgery. We don’t dock any tails now not even Rottweilers or Doberman’s - thank goodness.
What a unique name. For a handsome dog. He's so adorable. With those puppy eyes. Makes one want to cuddle with him. His stature is amazing. Especially, when he walks. Luv your passion for this dog. Awesome job!❤️❤️🐶
@@Fnafiac the word nimbus has many meanings but generally is intended as a cluster of vapour/light like, foor example, a halo. on the other hand the cumulonimbus is a type of cloud
What an awesome looking dog!!! And his chill attitude…I don’t think I’ve ever seen a dog before that will just hold out their paw like that and not move while you clip their nails. I can see why he is no. 2 in his breed!!!
I wonder though if some of the clipping adversity comes from the dog's "fingers" being twisted up or around. I know GwtD cares not to cut too far, but twisting sometimes happens.
Nimbus is so patient and absolutely adorable! I so hope my 8 month old puppy (mix central Asian shepherd / Maremma shepherd) will grow up to be a great dog as well )) Since we live in Czech Republic his ears and tail are intact, and he looks so cute and at the same time so mature with all his 45kg (100 pounds) of weight. Thank you for sharing the videos, can't wait to see more! ))
Wow! He's gorgeous! And huge. I was stunned at the size of his paws when you were shaving his paw pads. I admire your talent and your confidence with all the dogs you groom. You're amazing.
As soon as my husband saw the ears and tail at the start of the bath, he immediately said he hoped they weren't docked and that the breed (one he'd never seen before) was just like that. When Vanessa said they were docked, he yelled DAMNIT! But the explanation as to why they were docked did help calm him down and he learned something new. A handsome dog gets groomed, and someone opens their mind to new info and understanding another person's position.
But again, you can clearly see that this dog was most likely NOT cropped by a professional, by looking at 1: how uneven the ears are. 2: how close to the head it’s cropped. Many “breeders” of these types of dogs, crop at home by basically taking scissors and cutting.
@@woopwoop1236 Nimbus is a show champion, his ears were probably cropped professionally. I highly doubt show judges would award a dog unprofessionally cropped/docked...
You always make my day when you post! You groom some of the coolest breeds of animals! Your love for these fur babies is very evident! Thank you for doing everything you do for animals!! Love from Oklahoma! 🫶🏻🥰
that’s the purpose I think! She is giving her service for free now because of youtube she can do it so she can pick the dogs that would be good for her video and good for charity. bonus for us subscribers. I myself have never heard of central asian shepherd in my entire life
@@monthly101I hadn't heard of them either. There are some men on TH-cam that have them but they have chain around their necks. I think they are in another part of the world 😮...
I'm starting to feel like every video on this channel is a new challenge for the biggest dog I've ever seen in the world! Either that, or you're shrinking 😅🤣 Beautiful dog, as usual... thank you for what you do!! 🐾💖
A beautifully behaved dog. In his case, cropping is a safety thing. Enjoyed the blog from everybody. Some dogs seem to think they are getting a great massage with a blow dry and lean into "the good spots".... Just laughed when I realized you were using two hoses at once. You did say he had a thick coat. Very handsome at the end.
I worked for one veterinarian who cropped ears on Dobermans, etc. We did it in surgery, under anesthesia. His reasoning was that if he didn't crop that way, breeders would probably just get a "cropper" to do it in the house under sedation of some kind. This would be harder on the pups, and I couldn't argue with that.
My old Dobie had his tail docked at home (he was a puppy mill rescue). They used rubber bands to do it. It went wrong and the tip of his tail was bald his whole life.
@@fangshing puppy mills rarely bother to dock tails,. Show breeders will dock tails , at 2-3 days old, are snippet, ( cut) & stitched, just a moment of pain, & isforgotten . Ears shouldn't be done till about 3-4 mos& more complicated, be kept clean, bandaged, posted .
@@Memow-pk1ng I don't think he was bred to be a show dog. I don't know, we got him from a family who bought him from the mill but decided they didn't want him anymore. His ears were cropped later and they looked perfectly fine despite one being smaller than the other.
I understand the vet but wow I'm glad it's forbidden here in Sweden. Cropping is against the law and I'm so glad that it is. Dogs are perfect just the way they are. ❤️
Central Asian Shepherd is a livestock Guardian breed. The exact traits you named of are exactly why farmers and homesteaders get these dogs. Those are the perfect traits for a good livestock Guardian dog. My Great Pyrenees was the same way. She was very aloof, almost like a damn cat, she was massive even for a Great Pyrenees, and very very sweet. Extremely intelligent very single-minded and stubborn but that beautiful fluffy white dog would have turned into a monster if someone ever tried to harm me or my other animals. Livestock Guardian dogs should not be in the hands of an under experienced keeper. Experience before she came to me and none of that experience in rescue and Rehabilitation prepared me for the Great Pyrenees. Although, they quickly made it to my top three favorite breeds ever. If you don't have property, extremely strong fencing, with added coyote rollers on the top and bottom, and a solid understanding of just how strong these genetic drives are in these breeds, these are not the dogs for you no matter how badly you may want one. We have a problem in America right now with Great Pyrenees filling our Pyrenees rescues and our pounds all because humans can't put the animals knees over their want of a big white fluffy dog. Yes, some people, a fraction of people, are able to turn these very strong working dogs into a house pet, but that success rate is very low which is why our pounds are full of them
Vanessa I thank you for explaining the dog breeds and where they come from and what their job may be!! Nimbus is quite the looker and is so gentle with you. He’s a very beautiful dog!!❤❤❤
He's gorgeous and so nicely behaved - I can see the show dog training in how he walked in the yard. He knows how to look his best! Thank you for sharing!! PS. Those multicolored paw pads are the best ☺️
I remember when your nonna helped groom Nimbus! This time he has a grand old long-suffering expression on his handsome face even though his behaviour is quiet and polite. ❤️
I'm with you on the cropping and docking. I had two Dobermans from puppyhood and thankfully the breeder gave me a choice so I chose not to since they weren't going to be workers. The upside of cropping a livestock Guardians years is that it cuts down on ear infections. They are floppy eared dogs with an extreme amount of hair in their ears to protect your ears from debris while they are working, but this same trait can cause some serious ear infections for a dog. In addition to giving wolves and coyotes and bears something to grab onto when they are defending their livestock
That is why most wild canine species evolved upright ears, so in fights, they typically lay their ears back and down, which streamlines them and protects the ears from getting grabbed (many mammalian species developed this trick). Dogs still have this adaption, but because of the flop, floppy eared dogs can't close their ears down as well.
The procedures can be acceptable if done under anesthesia by a knowledgeable vet. Unfortunately I have seen the results of backyard "surgeons". Hatchets and rubber bands...
@@pisicavesela1346 I don't find the procedure to be acceptable if it is not for the dogs needs. If the procedure is being done purely for the aesthetic preferences of the human, I find it reprehensible and downright cruel. Kinda like circumcising little boys. I find that to be cruel and unnecessary suffering to put a child through. Let's face it, the only reason people have it done to their infants is either religion or Aesthetics. I understand why Jews would have started this practice, because logically wandering in a desert four decades would make it difficult to keep clean. I just don't understand why they should continue it when they aren't wandering in the desert anymore. I feel the same way about chopping off dog's body parts unnecessarily. There's no real reason and crop a pitbull, unless you plan on fighting them or you just want them to look tough. Either way, it's unacceptable. This dog is a worker. There are health and safety reasons for doing this. I still wouldn't do it unless there was an injury to my livestock Guardian. But, for some people, that are in very high Predator areas with larger Predators than I have, I can at least understand it
@13thMaiden wild canine species existed prior to actual dogs. So, that evolution would be in reverse. Coyote wolves direwolves dingoes Etc all have upright pointy ears, and their lineage came prior to domestic dogs. So, the evolution would have been from pointy to Floppy. I would imagine floppy ears were originally a genetic anomaly, and humans just started reading for that anomaly because it was cute. If you have a scientific studies / proof for what you say, I would welcome any links. I would find it very interesting because it goes against common sense and I find any kind of Science and studies that go against common sense to be so much more interesting than those that go with common sense
I really hate cropped ears & tails. It's just WRONG. I've seen several channels with huge working dogs & none are cropped. The only dogs I've seen with ear damage were tied up & attacked with no escape route or allowed to be used as bait for monsters who fight dogs. Makes me sick. Seems to me in the wild under attack it would be better to lose an ear flap than a chuck of flesh as well. Males no sense. Nimbus is a show dog too - he never was a guard. But what do I know? 😅
Why this breed? Other working guardian dogs don’t have their ears cropped. Awful. Most likely owner convenience or they just accept it because the breeder told them they should be cropped.
My parents have an alabay. She also is like this. Just more active in asking constant petting but also very friendly with strangers. She almost never barks. Only case when she guards is if stranger comes in family yard (her territory) alone and no one else is around. Then she barks and pushes them out, but also won't bite, just will guide them out with the body. Mostly that isn't even needed as people back out themselves when they see her coming. But if family is there and when going for walks and so on, then she is extremely friendly and wants everyone to pet her and play with her. Our dog has a tail, but she came without the ears already, wasnt our choice, since we have no wolves then there was no need for cropping, I also think with ears looks nicer.
Beautiful boy! Lovely temperament! Had to giggle a bit when Vanessa was drying with double nozzles & looked like she was doing 'The Twist'. Caught myself singing it the 2nd time she did it 💕😆
I’m a little late watching this video but I just wanted to say thank you for the ear/tail dock/ crop lesson. I had never thought of that before so good to know. And Nimbus is beautiful!
There's no valid reason for Nimbus to be amputated. I bet there's no reason for his littermates either. The breeder bred these dogs to be calm and nice, so why would they amputate their tails and ears? It's not like they can be used to guard. Lol, I guess that didn't occur to the idiots who bred them for an easy going temperament. Let's face it. 99% of dogs are pets. This amputation nonsense has to stop. It's just for looks. Edit to add: Vanessa says later in the video that Nimbus is a show dog. With some research I found that this breed has a working line and a show dog line. Nimbus is bred to win dog beauty contests, as are all his littermates. He's amputated to qualify for show dog requirements. That's why he is bred for easy going temperament.
Gotta love that two handed high velocity drying method. So that really makes a difference!!! Obviously works better than aiming my hair dryer at the roaming or running pups in my bathroom to dry them.
Nimbus has such a confident air. Like he knows he's an enormous majestic beast and nothing around is a real threat, so he can just vibe and be handsome.
because they are a very confident and proud dog breed. NOTHING can scare an Alabai
@@424Sweetpea it's "air".
From my friends Merriam and Webster: Air -- the look, appearance, or bearing of a person especially as expressive of some personal quality or emotion : demeanor
ex: "an air of dignity", like Nimbus
@@424Sweetpea that wouldn't even make sense
He appears so intelligent and almost human. I am in love❤️
That exactly is the reason why he's so chill and in return why these small dogs are flipping their lids so easily. It's a fear thing. No need to impress anything or anyone.
We have a Central Asian Shepherd. He is not docked or cropped and he is used as a livestock guardian dog for our goats. He is the best dog we have. The reason behind cropping ears and docking tails is because one wolf will grab the tail to distract and immobilize the dog while another wolf will grab onto an ear, pull it while another wolf will go for the throat. Wolves are very smart and work well together. In Central Asia where these dogs originate from people will use a collar that has long metal spikes to further protect their dogs.
There are many other breedsprotecting livestock I Europe, Pyrnees Kuvasz. Anatolians. Kangal, Ovacharka, .. Don't get cropped doxked , it's just a cultural thing for these
@@Memow-pk1ng The Anatolian, Kangal, and the Ovcharka (which Nimbus is) do get cropped/docked.
@@MIZZKIEyas and no
Thy onlye do it when thy use als working dog but if get him als normaal hous pet thy dont do it
@@robinenbernhardThese breeds get cropped and docked at only a few days old. There’s no way for their breeders to know which ones will be pets and which ones will be working dogs at that age, so they all get it.
@@MIZZKIE totally wrong ! Nimbus is Central Asian Shep.
Th many other breeds originated in different parts of Central Asia
There are Caucasian shepherds, aka .. Cauc. Ovacharka, , Russian Ovac
Th Turkish Kangal, here in U. S. is known as Anatolian shep,. , none get cropped, docked.. Maybe back in Asia they do,
Vanessa: "Will you wear a happy hoodie?"
Nimbus: "Do what you will, woman."
Ultimate zen. Such a beautiful boy! Not a surprise at all he's so highly ranked, he's so calm and cooperative.
His facial expression after she got the happy hoodie on him was priceless! 😄
He looked bored, like "are we done yet?". 😄
lol totally
That face! Gorgeous boy. I love you, Nimbus ❤
I know Nimbus personally. He is an incredibly kind and hilarious confident boy!
Has he sired any litters of Puppies?
Next time you seen him please give him a forehead kiss or head pat on my behalf, whichever the occasion calls for 🤣🤣
he doesnt need to be aggressive w a dog this size, a would be intruder would pick someplace else to work their dirt or they are really stupid
“An incredibly kind” alabay - sounds like “dry water” or “sour sugar”:))
There was a recent story about a Great Pyrenees that got into a fight with I think a dozen coyotes. He killed several on the spot and then disappeared from his property for a few days. Neighbors were finding dead coyotes around on their properties, and when the Pyrenees returned home, his ears were in tatters and his tail was gone. So while we may not agree the need for cropping/docking, there is a purpose for it, especially for working dogs. By the way, the Pyr made a complete recovery although he looks funny with his ears short and his tail gone. It did cost a lot of money, though. But he was obviously an extremely good boy and deserved his retirement!
It was apparently with 11 total, and he took down 8 of them and chased after the others. Casper the guard dog! 20 months old, so little more than a puppy.
I wouldn't expect a dog thats a bit older than a puppy to make it out from that. It's impressive. Is that how most dogs are if they are that well trained? If so that's amazing@@wishusknight3009
@@wishusknight3009
In the RPG community, we call Casper a floor clearing badass.
I truly never thought of it this way, I understand if it is a working dog
My Great Pyrenees, Otis, not only takes care of our flock of chickens, but he also patrols the area and has eliminated the coyotes, foxes and even a few fisher cats that showed up in the area. Everyone knows that their small pets and livestock are safe with Otis on patrol.
I had no idea there were so many people housing small horses as pets until I started watching this channel!
As a Great Dane owner, I appreciate this comment.
That's so funny because there's a guy in my neighborhood that literally has two minature horses as pets.
Me, originally from the Jersey Shore, a former US soldier living in Bavaria Germany. I have an aboriginal Central Asian Shepherd from Romania that he will be 10 years this coming January. They are huge and my dog isn't no show dog as this dog in the video. He's highly defensive aggressive against dogs, humans or any other type of animal that gets near the property. High fences and posted signs are a must!!! The last time that I gave my dog a bath was something like 7-8 years ago. He's too powerful and hates water. Baloo is 28 inches tall at the wither and weighs 120 lbs, luckily he still has his ears and whole tail attached. This is common practice in Eastern Europe thru Central Asia, cropped ears and docked tail in these wolfhounds. Schöne Grüße aus Bayern!
Not even small horses. More medium sized poneys!
@@mollynorris891 or big/large as a new born calf.
nimbus is a very fitting name for this dude
Cause one could ride it as a broom or because he looks very nimble?😂❤
@@margodphd: Oh dear, no! Have a look at a dictionary and see what “nimbus” means. (It’s a beautiful name for a good and handsome being.)
I see the resemblance to the dragon ball z character
@@Chaos_SenpaiThe Flying Nimbus in DBZ is a cloud, lol.
The nimbus 2000
I love his quiet confidence. I knew a great pyrenees puppy that was much the same. When chaos would break out (at daycare) he would just quietly come over and stand between you and the other dogs that were playing. He was doing his "job" and guarding you from the other dogs. He started it on his own when he was like 6 months old.
My Pyrenees does the same. She is a inside dog, almost two. She even walks in front of me going from room to room,😁
I miss working at a doggy daycare... hard work, but fulfilling.
@@deniseroe5891Mine does the same thing! He always makes sure the coast is clear before I go down the stairs
the fact that she's getting so many of the rare livestock guardian dogs is insane.
Was genuinely shocked she found a Komondor in America. The Askray Malaklisi or Sarabi would be the next white whales I imagine.
She’s actually based on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. But yeah-really crazy just how many breeds she sees
My friend's family raises Komondors here in the States.
what about a Kangal?
Actually my stylist down here in Maryland had a Komondor guarding her farm for years.
@@ioanairimies4378there's a kangal in my service dog group. He's a mobility dog. I think she's done a kangal before but don't quote me
you can tell that the owners take really good care of his fur and theyve trained him really well
He looks more a pet than a working dog.
Some people think it is wrong or abusive for dogs and horses to have jobs or do work. I figure as long as they are being cared for, not worked too hard, and are treated well that it isn't a problem. Many were specifically bred for a certain job anyway or they wouldn't exist. I also think when they get a chance to do the work they were made for that it can be very physically and mentally stimulating for them which is good. What a good boy Nimbus is.
Yes people (usually) have to work for their living. I’m ok with animals doing it also, of course in appropriate and humane ways.
Psychologically some breeds are wired to need a job. If you don't give them a job, they will find one and youj probably won't like their choices. Guardian stock dogs in particlular.
@@rseward7183so true. As someone who has dogs of breeds that *definitely* need jobs, they can certainly find hobbies you most definitely won't approve of if they aren't given work to do. 😂
If you don’t work them like they were bred to do, they get incredibly bored and can result in them being destructive in the household. These working dogs need lots of stimulus and exercise in order to thrive. And agreed…as long as they are loved & cared for and not mistreated….it’s awesome seeing these intelligent animals in action.
@@rseward7183LoL...A couple of very bored "pet" border collies I once knew come to mind. So smart. I swear they deliberately tormented their owners just to keep busy 😊
Seeing these huge working dogs in a happy hoodie always kills me 🤣
He walks around your yard like he owns it. He really is a beautiful, regal dog.
I don't suppose anyone is going to argue with him.
Clearly a show dog
Nimbus is such a handsome big fella. He’s not a monster but a lovable bundle of dog.
The way Nimbus smiled when she said she was obsessed with him! So cute 🥰
Always fun to see other "unicorn" dogs of their breeds. My Chesapeake girl is an absolute love muffin, loves it when strangers pet her, children grab her, she's one of the most friendly dogs you could imagine. Then when people start getting that "Oh, I think I want to get one of those!" look, I have to explain that Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not like her. Good on Nimbus though, he's such a chill dude. Also a tank. A chill tank.
That's definitely unusual for a Chessie!
We have to do the same about our Tibetan Mastiff. He is the complete opposite temperament that most are about 99% of the time. The staff at his vet love that he's such a big teddy bear instead of the typical stand of attitude that comes with the breed. There is only one trigger for him and that is if he doesn't like someone around out kids. He's only acted that way with 3 people and we found out with each one that they were abusive to a "loved one".
@@Megan-jn9cd Dogs know, don't they? My Swissy loves everyone. I can count a handful of people he hasn't liked. I've listened to him and avoided those people.
God, Chessies 😂 I grew up with one and my dad still has them, and one of his now is the goofiest sweetest dog, and I'm like- what??? Who is this animal???
An old friend of mine had a Chesapeake bay retriever! She was super friendly to everyone including children, but maybe it was because she ALWAYS wanted to play fetch and was looking for friends.
Nimbus is one stunning dog!I'm always amazed when you wash/rinse their faces and they just seem to sit there and take it. I've tried that with my own pups and they freak out😂
I think shes like a bit of a whisperer LOL
I believe that it is a training thing from when they are puppies. I groomed my service dog, and she didn’t fuss when I washed her face with shampoo. Her Puppy Raisers have desensitized her to that process.
He's like "oooooh, dis nice."
My Rumbo looooooooves face and head washed, and booty too. But not paws!
Training is not all, don't forget that dogs are their own living being with special personality each. They can learn to tolerate, but sensitive dogs are just that! Sensitive!
One nice dog!
Thanks for discussing docking and cropping - function vs aesthetics. Would definitely not want intruders attacking a guardians ears or tail.
For show purposes, certain breeds must be cropped , docked, either or, as dobies, scnauzers, cane Corsos, Danes , AmStaff, ears,.. tails on Rottw. , terriers, poodles.
I’ve seen first hand ears and tails that have been ripped off or severely damaged due to dog attacks, protecting property from wolves and coyotes and bear and cougar attacks. It is painful for the dog and can lead to life altering injuries if the ear or tail is ripped off or badly damaged so I have no issues with working dogs being cropped and docked but I do have issues seeing family pets or show dogs cropped and docked(it’s my personal opinion)
@@ES11777 Some working dogs are livestock guardians and fend off wolves and coyotes...there's literally an article from last year of a dog (Casper) that had part of its tail ripped off fighting coyotes. Please read up on its original purposes.
@@Memow-pk1ng Thank you for bringing up other breeds that people forget are cropped and docked.
That idiot ES deleted his comment. LMAO
"Oh God you're such a handsome dog." Never a truer word spoken. Love the two gun approach to the blow dry. By the look on his face he would let you do that all day long. Phenomenal temperament, kudos to his owners.
He’s so chill. Cool customer. He knows he’s a badass, and doesn’t have to prove it. Powerful and sweet, all at once. Love him so much! God bless you for taking such tender care of this gentle giant.
I love how he strutted through your yard like he was all of that and a bag of chips. You go Nimbus! He’s best in show in our hearts 🥇🥹💚💚💚💚
Love your comment -- cracked up ! Succinctly put. 😊
+rachelchanel7941 That is what one calls the "Show dog air" lol. In order to be a great show dog, a dog has to not only have the conformation (structure), temperament, but also a certain charisma, conceitedness, arrogance, cockiness, and presence that draws the judge's eyes to them saying "yeah hooman judge look at me, I'm the one give it to me, You know you like this and want to give that ribbon to me, I'm better than all these mere mutts in here" LOL.
@@buffyjosmom yes but this also means Nimbus' breeder is breeding for show dog characteristics and that is why they lopped off his tail and mangled his ears--its to qualify for dog show. Nimbus isn't a working dog and could never be one, nor could his sisters and brothers. They are bred for certain traits like his easy-going temperament. I read about this breed and there's a different line of working dogs who are bred for different characteristics. Nimbus is a pretty boy (despite his disfigurement) because he is bred to be a pretty boy and to win dog shows. Sadly, Vanessa knew that Nimbus was a show dog and must know that no breeder is cutting off tails, etc., "just in case" the dog goes to a home where they are a working dog. That is bs. Show dogs don't have the work temperament and no one would buy a super expensive show dog when they need a farm dog or a guard dog. This whole video is unsettling. It's hard to look at Nimbus and his poor ears and tail. They look awful. Poor baby.
@@mygirldarbythe dog is clearly happy and living his best life, chill out lmao
@@mygirldarbyNimbus is a working LGD. Look him up on Google. He works and his guardian family takes him to compete at dog shows as much as they can. Before making a wild uneducated assumption, educate yourself.
I ended up buying an equigroomer for my cats and was amazed at how much hair our male cat had on him. It was crazy. But for anyone who has a heavily shedding animal and the fur is all over your clothes in concentrated spots you can use it to get it off you as well.
Second this! My dogs shed non-stop since they're labs and the equigroomer does wonders!
Totally agree. My Siamese mix has three different brushes because she loves to be brushed. I bought the equigroomer and realized I wasn’t getting half the fur off of her.
Absolutely love it for our short hair male cat. He likes it too!
My heavy-coated cats get Equigroomer & Zoom Groom to pick up the loosened leftovers!
I use mine on my cat too! She loves it. Amazing! I used it on her cat tree today to get it the embedded fur off!
For some reason, I think if Nimbus was a human, he’d be posh and sophisticated. He’d talk with a posh sounding English accent, always wear expensive suits, live in a mansion on a large property, enjoy drinks like tea and wine, and enjoy sports such as fencing, golf, horse racing, and polo.
But he’d be really built like The Rock. :)
I feel like he’d drink whiskey instead of wine…
😂😂😂😂😂
Scotch and soda @@Soapgirl64
@@Soapgirl64 Yes, but single malt whisky only. Not whiskey!
What’s been so interesting about this channel is yes, we learn so much about grooming but I’ve gotten to see so many breeds of dogs I’ve never heard of plus learn all about them. I also enjoy all the humor. Great groomer and channel!!!
Everytime I come across your channel, it's a combination of National Geographic worthy information, awe and sometimes real emotional distress when I listen to some of these dogs' background stories. I also have come to appreciate how nimble and flexible physically ,you have to be ,working with,such large dogs. Keep up the excellent work!
That‘s exactly why I keep coming back to this channel - it‘s so well made! I learn lots every time I watch and I actually thought I know a lot about dogs 😁❤️
So true!!!!!!!
I see why he is #2 Central Asian Shepherd in all of Canada and US. Kudos to his breeder/owner and Kudos to you. He is a magnificent dog.
He is. And so laid back. Congratulations to the owner and breeder.
He definitely has the charisma of a top show dog!
Like to know who no1 is nimbus is a great doggo nevertheless
Even dogs that are used to grooming will have the days when they'll not want to be groomed. He's the perfect example of why it's important to get your dog used to the process: he didn't want to go through it but he did so and was well behaved through it all!!
I’ve never seen a dog convey the term “yeah, whatever” quite like Nimbus. 😂
😂😂😂😂
Not uncommon among the giant Livestock Guard Dogs... Check out Raventree Ranch to see some doing what they do. The crazy thing is that the "Ranch Manager" is a black cat! They work together in numerous and bizaare ways! The alpacas revere the cat as a God !
“….puny human”
Classic comment😂
I had to watch this one a second time because I simply adore big dogs. Until a few years ago I aways had big dogs, but shoulder surgery and back issues forced me to downsize after my last big baby crossed the Rainbow Bridge. They will aways hold a huge place in my heart.
I've always had big dogs as I tend to fall or trip over the ankle biters & it's hard to fall over something knee or thigh size.
I lived on the mountains in North Macedonia for 5 years , they had Central Asian dogs there , they crop the ears but not the tail there , ears they crop coz they usually have to fight off wolves and even tho the wolves are smaller than this dog they are very cunning and smart they bite them on their ears and legs and if they have a chance they go for the neck , these dogs usually have a spiked collar to prevent that ! Great dogs even with children ive seen it !
I am so glad that you addressed the cropping and docking of the ears and tails. It's always infuriated me to see dogs get their ears and tails chopped off, because I've always associated it with dogs that were used in baiting and fighting. I never really knew the reason behind it. It makes sense, but since I would never have a dog for any reason other than a pet to love and cherish, it would be a non-issue for me. I so appreciate the information, Vanessa! You are always here to educate us and make us all better pet parents (or pet parent wannabees). ❤
We don't have enough hard data to know if docking & cropping improves outcomes for working livestock guardians, and I'm not going to blithely discount the practice - based on millennia of experience by very practical people - without sufficient data.
That said, I'm not worried about racoons tearing my dogs ears. It's wolves. Specifically, the wolves evolved to hunt large game - giant sized wolves in huge packs - that live in parts of Asia and North America. Outside of wolf country, there is little to no reason for docking or cropping dogs.
The CAS was introduced to North America to limit livestock (and livestock guardian dog) losses in the face of a growing wolf population. Many are imports, so it's not surprising to see most of them cropped and/or docked. Almost all of these dogs are expected to become working dogs... They are amazing dogs, but terrible pets. Generally, they are aggressive to unfamiliar people and extremely aggressive to unfamiliar canids. Nimbus is exceptional due to the owner's hard work in breeding, socialization, and training.
Dogs are capable of providing more than companionship. A working dog is not for you.
That explanation was also new to me. I can't say that I found it credible, though.
Does that dog look at all vulnerable to racoon aggression?! Not to me!
Much smaller herding breeds, whose job obviously includes protection from predators (like wolves), aren't docked even though their smaller size would increase this alleged "vulnerability" the cropping and docking is purported to mitigate.
I might be missing something, but this "benefit" to the dog just doesn't hold water for me.
I'm of the opinion that "undocked/uncropped" should be part of the breed standards in dog shows. Instead, we have organizations like the American Kennel Club doing the reverse (i.e., including "docked/cropped" in breed standards). I don't fault owners and breeders for the practice. However, in the case of dog shows, it's indefensible.
@@xxgn If it persists as part of breed standards and if breeders and owners see it rewarded in competition (ie, that's what it takes to win), they're going to keep doing it.
Unlike you, I DO place some responsibility on breeders and owners. They're the ones doing it. If AKA isn't taking a definitive stand, it has at least made it optional. Breeders and owners are choosing the option they think will earn a win rather than what's best and most humane for the dog. It's complicity that perpetuates a practice everyone blames everyone else for.
The buck stops with whomever chooses to stop it.
Noble Nimbus, so patient (even though he's breathing heavy), but he doesn't try and bite. Just goes with the flow. He's fricking ADORABLE!
Heavy breathing partly due to water temperature and warm blow dryer, on top of standing for an hour and a half, even I have a hard time trying to stand in one place that long.
He’s so calm! You can tell he’s not thrilled but he’s definitely come to terms with it
Lol!
I had Central Asian Shepherd for a long time, and she had temper just like Nimbus, so calm and gentle, especially with the kids. But God forbid if you tried breaking into our yard at night, she would make you run for your life. I miss her so much, Nimbus reminds me of her...
I really appreciate that you educate us on the breeds and their temperaments.
He didn't change his expression from beginning to end.😊
I had a Central Asian Shepherd mix. He only lived to 9 years old. 😭 He was such a calm dog, no trouble at all. Ever. He was so huge and walking him was so easy. Bathing him was easy. He only barked when necessary. Just such a good soul.
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@bojohannesen4352 They *can* live upwards of 17 years. Average is 12-15. Maialeen also mentioned their dog was a mix. Could have been a mix with something prone to sickness. Either way, telling someone they should have taken better care of their dog because it passed earlier than average is seriously messed up.
@jaymium Jfc, my dog was sick and that commenter is an absolute freakshow of a human.
@@bojohannesen4352what a terrible thing to say to someone who has lost their pet
Clown comment.
She is very knowledgeable and frequently provides of bred-specific info. This makes these videos even more enjoyable.
Nimbus was smiling all over himself while he was being towel dried... and when he was told he was cute I thought his heart was going to explode! What a great dog! And he is lucky to have such a wonderful groomer!
Man what a majestic dog! Stunning! And freaking adorable! His head is MASSIVE.
I lived in Turkmenistan for two years and my host family had one of these dogs (they’re called alabay there). His name was Ashdar (Dragon) and I loved him. He loved me too… and I was an exception… he bit at least 4 of my friends and would have definitely won any fight against any human.
Or Alabai, & CA Ovacharka.
@@Memow-pk1ngI kept thinking Nimbus was an Ovcharka….thank you for mentioning this!
“Good boy, ya big monster!” ❤made my week! Spoken like a real dog lover!
He was missing Nonna, that's why he wasn't "feeling it"
And I like that they did save a piece of the tail when they cropped it, so he can still communicate with it.
He was smiling after each compliment, too.
What a beautiful face on this dog. His temperament is so good. Gentle giant fits him. Beautiful groom, love this dog.
Thank you for clarifying regarding the ears and tail. Nimbus is magnificent and a wonderful ambassador for his breed!
On show dogs thatAkc standard calls for cropping, are not done till , usually 3 mos., under anesthesia, ( tails at 2-3 days old)
These dogs cut off almost at birth, & so very close, .. but it is their culture.
Vanessa doing a little bit of a rumba with the air dryer.. lol
I should add - this channel is always interesting & informative, the pets are always looked after with such care.
It's always a treat to see a new video pop up on screen!
He has such a benevolent looking face and eyes. Just the bestest boy ❤
My CAS was a great farm dog. They're territorial and aggressive towards strangers so training and socialisation is a must. At the same time, they're wonderful family dogs. They're very protective of kids. Mine didn't get along with other animals, so that was a challenge. We dearly loved our dog and were very sad when she passed away at 13.
Like all shepherds, kind eyes, sweet,welcoming face and so patient!
Such a giant dog just chilling with a head band on, while getting the double dryer treatment.... it's fantastic! 😊
Nimbus is stunning. What an expressive face. He was such a good boy even for not feelin the groom today.
Honestly, it looks like Nimbus enjoys the spa attention. Who wouldn't love a massage, even though shampoo is involved? What a majestically gorgeous pup!
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
Yep, i grew up in country area, and my dogs' tails were cut short so they would have additional protrction from the dry weeds and predators. Protection is also why spiked collars exist; a predator bitting the dog's spiked neck will have a bad bad day.
Never occurred to me and makes complete sense (the spiked collar thing).
@@bhelliom3does it? Well, I've only seen one kind of predator messing with spiked collars so far. And those are at the other end of the leash usually.
@@inkenhafner7187 I'm thinking about people who use dogs for protection, illegal dog fighting, etc.
@@inkenhafner7187I think they meant spikes facing outwards, not the ones that poke the dog wearing it.
@@inkenhafner7187 you were thinking of a pinch collar. Not the same thing.
Thought he would be drooling like crazy, but noooo. Love that.
Such a well behaved dog the owners have done a great job raising him!
We have a female that is 155 - adopted from a specialised rescue. She’s the sweetest dog, but whip smart and into everything.
Even early middle eastern history?
@kittehgo Especially early Middle Eastern history! And probably has a least a bachelor's degree!
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A good friend of mine is a vet, and told me she'll occasionally need to crop the tails of dogs who injure them from whacking walls, tables etc (though they always try to save as much of the tail as possible). That doesn't cover ears, but there's at least one more legitimate reason to crop a dog's tail
Yeah there's medical reasons to declaw cats as well. In Nimbus case it's breed standard because like she said they are normally aggressive and used as working dogs.
@@Vandalynn what medical reason would that be (genuine question, not trying to be rude)? i have never head of a cat having to be declawed for medical reasons other than maybe on one or the other toe having to be amputated because of injuries.
@@recycledMilk Only thing I could think of is if the cat has extra toes that cut into its feet. But they’d only declaw those toes. Other than that I don’t see any medical reason to declaw a cat. Especially since it actually causes more damage afterward.
Sure, once they have hurt themselves. I've heard people justify docking with "they might hurt themselves later". Oh, let's cut off your arm in case you have an accident later in life and hurt it... People do take one specific, infrequent case and make it a justification for all cases, related or not.
@@emberkai1693yeah that's the only reason I can think of that I'd ever be okay with it
I wish we could see some of the owners reactions! Great job with a sweetheart of a hound!!
Cropping and docking is illegal here in the uk although terrier may have tails docked if they’re going down rabbit holes or badger sets. The Dachshund is a badger dog but has never had its tail interfered with. Only vets are allowed to tail dock if the terriers are from working lines - a breeder would be prosecuted for doing so if they couldn’t supply the vet details who carried out the surgery.
We don’t dock any tails now not even Rottweilers or Doberman’s - thank goodness.
What a unique name. For a handsome dog. He's so adorable. With those puppy eyes. Makes one want to cuddle with him. His stature is amazing. Especially, when he walks. Luv your passion for this dog. Awesome job!❤️❤️🐶
Love her passion for all the animals she takes care of. ♥️♥️♥️
Nimbus is a type of cloud if i’m not mistaken
@@Fnafiac the word nimbus has many meanings but generally is intended as a cluster of vapour/light like, foor example, a halo. on the other hand the cumulonimbus is a type of cloud
There was me thinking he was named after Harry potters broomstick !
@@Fnafiacthat's where my brain went. From cumulonimbus, clouds that produce rain- or snowfall ❤
It occurred to me while watching this that Nimbus is larger than Vanessa is. He must be all, "It's okay, little human, I will be gentle with you."
What an awesome looking dog!!! And his chill attitude…I don’t think I’ve ever seen a dog before that will just hold out their paw like that and not move while you clip their nails. I can see why he is no. 2 in his breed!!!
I wonder though if some of the clipping adversity comes from the dog's "fingers" being twisted up or around. I know GwtD cares not to cut too far, but twisting sometimes happens.
Nimbus is so patient and absolutely adorable! I so hope my 8 month old puppy (mix central Asian shepherd / Maremma shepherd) will grow up to be a great dog as well )) Since we live in Czech Republic his ears and tail are intact, and he looks so cute and at the same time so mature with all his 45kg (100 pounds) of weight. Thank you for sharing the videos, can't wait to see more! ))
Wow! He's gorgeous! And huge. I was stunned at the size of his paws when you were shaving his paw pads. I admire your talent and your confidence with all the dogs you groom. You're amazing.
As soon as my husband saw the ears and tail at the start of the bath, he immediately said he hoped they weren't docked and that the breed (one he'd never seen before) was just like that. When Vanessa said they were docked, he yelled DAMNIT! But the explanation as to why they were docked did help calm him down and he learned something new. A handsome dog gets groomed, and someone opens their mind to new info and understanding another person's position.
Luckily many countries in the world have banned this barbaric practice - I put it on par with people who declaw cats do they don’t scratch furniture
@@marygough186exactly
But again, you can clearly see that this dog was most likely NOT cropped by a professional, by looking at 1: how uneven the ears are. 2: how close to the head it’s cropped.
Many “breeders” of these types of dogs, crop at home by basically taking scissors and cutting.
@@marygough186As barbaric as cropping and docking are, declawing a cat is even worse.
@@woopwoop1236 Nimbus is a show champion, his ears were probably cropped professionally. I highly doubt show judges would award a dog unprofessionally cropped/docked...
You always make my day when you post! You groom some of the coolest breeds of animals! Your love for these fur babies is very evident! Thank you for doing everything you do for animals!! Love from Oklahoma! 🫶🏻🥰
that’s the purpose I think!
She is giving her service for free now because of youtube she can do it so she can pick the dogs that would be good for her video and good for charity. bonus for us subscribers. I myself have never heard of central asian shepherd in my entire life
@@monthly101I hadn't heard of them either. There are some men on TH-cam that have them but they have chain around their necks.
I think they are in another part of the world 😮...
I'm starting to feel like every video on this channel is a new challenge for the biggest dog I've ever seen in the world! Either that, or you're shrinking 😅🤣 Beautiful dog, as usual... thank you for what you do!! 🐾💖
What a brave boy! You can tell he's nervous but really trusts you
A beautifully behaved dog. In his case, cropping is a safety thing. Enjoyed the blog from everybody. Some dogs seem to think they are getting a great massage with a blow dry and lean into "the good spots".... Just laughed when I realized you were using two hoses at once. You did say he had a thick coat. Very handsome at the end.
I worked for one veterinarian who cropped ears on Dobermans, etc. We did it in surgery, under anesthesia. His reasoning was that if he didn't crop that way, breeders would probably just get a "cropper" to do it in the house under sedation of some kind. This would be harder on the pups, and I couldn't argue with that.
My old Dobie had his tail docked at home (he was a puppy mill rescue). They used rubber bands to do it. It went wrong and the tip of his tail was bald his whole life.
@@fangshing puppy mills rarely bother to dock tails,. Show breeders will dock tails , at 2-3 days old, are snippet, ( cut) & stitched, just a moment of pain, & isforgotten .
Ears shouldn't be done till about 3-4 mos& more complicated, be kept clean, bandaged, posted .
@@Memow-pk1ng I don't think he was bred to be a show dog. I don't know, we got him from a family who bought him from the mill but decided they didn't want him anymore. His ears were cropped later and they looked perfectly fine despite one being smaller than the other.
That's not a good reason and is really just a rationalization.
I understand the vet but wow I'm glad it's forbidden here in Sweden. Cropping is against the law and I'm so glad that it is. Dogs are perfect just the way they are. ❤️
Central Asian Shepherd is a livestock Guardian breed. The exact traits you named of are exactly why farmers and homesteaders get these dogs. Those are the perfect traits for a good livestock Guardian dog. My Great Pyrenees was the same way. She was very aloof, almost like a damn cat, she was massive even for a Great Pyrenees, and very very sweet. Extremely intelligent very single-minded and stubborn but that beautiful fluffy white dog would have turned into a monster if someone ever tried to harm me or my other animals. Livestock Guardian dogs should not be in the hands of an under experienced keeper. Experience before she came to me and none of that experience in rescue and Rehabilitation prepared me for the Great Pyrenees. Although, they quickly made it to my top three favorite breeds ever. If you don't have property, extremely strong fencing, with added coyote rollers on the top and bottom, and a solid understanding of just how strong these genetic drives are in these breeds, these are not the dogs for you no matter how badly you may want one. We have a problem in America right now with Great Pyrenees filling our Pyrenees rescues and our pounds all because humans can't put the animals knees over their want of a big white fluffy dog. Yes, some people, a fraction of people, are able to turn these very strong working dogs into a house pet, but that success rate is very low which is why our pounds are full of them
Vanessa I thank you for explaining the dog breeds and where they come from and what their job may be!! Nimbus is quite the looker and is so gentle with you. He’s a very beautiful dog!!❤❤❤
Nimbus oozes ultimate confidence and charisma. What a powerful and handsome dog. If he tells me to sit, I might just do that!! 😊
He is SO GOOD he even lifts his face so you can easily dry his neck! What a dog!!
He's gorgeous and so nicely behaved - I can see the show dog training in how he walked in the yard. He knows how to look his best! Thank you for sharing!! PS. Those multicolored paw pads are the best ☺️
I remember when your nonna helped groom Nimbus! This time he has a grand old long-suffering expression on his handsome face even though his behaviour is quiet and polite. ❤️
What??? A guardian dog? Nimbus is a Bi-Colored Dream Pony! I sure think he deserves to be Numero Uno. Of course, I'm not a show dog judge! Woof! 🐶💜
I'm with you on the cropping and docking. I had two Dobermans from puppyhood and thankfully the breeder gave me a choice so I chose not to since they weren't going to be workers. The upside of cropping a livestock Guardians years is that it cuts down on ear infections. They are floppy eared dogs with an extreme amount of hair in their ears to protect your ears from debris while they are working, but this same trait can cause some serious ear infections for a dog. In addition to giving wolves and coyotes and bears something to grab onto when they are defending their livestock
That is why most wild canine species evolved upright ears, so in fights, they typically lay their ears back and down, which streamlines them and protects the ears from getting grabbed (many mammalian species developed this trick). Dogs still have this adaption, but because of the flop, floppy eared dogs can't close their ears down as well.
The procedures can be acceptable if done under anesthesia by a knowledgeable vet. Unfortunately I have seen the results of backyard "surgeons". Hatchets and rubber bands...
@@pisicavesela1346 I don't find the procedure to be acceptable if it is not for the dogs needs. If the procedure is being done purely for the aesthetic preferences of the human, I find it reprehensible and downright cruel. Kinda like circumcising little boys. I find that to be cruel and unnecessary suffering to put a child through. Let's face it, the only reason people have it done to their infants is either religion or Aesthetics. I understand why Jews would have started this practice, because logically wandering in a desert four decades would make it difficult to keep clean. I just don't understand why they should continue it when they aren't wandering in the desert anymore. I feel the same way about chopping off dog's body parts unnecessarily. There's no real reason and crop a pitbull, unless you plan on fighting them or you just want them to look tough. Either way, it's unacceptable. This dog is a worker. There are health and safety reasons for doing this. I still wouldn't do it unless there was an injury to my livestock Guardian. But, for some people, that are in very high Predator areas with larger Predators than I have, I can at least understand it
@13thMaiden wild canine species existed prior to actual dogs. So, that evolution would be in reverse. Coyote wolves direwolves dingoes Etc all have upright pointy ears, and their lineage came prior to domestic dogs. So, the evolution would have been from pointy to Floppy. I would imagine floppy ears were originally a genetic anomaly, and humans just started reading for that anomaly because it was cute.
If you have a scientific studies / proof for what you say, I would welcome any links. I would find it very interesting because it goes against common sense and I find any kind of Science and studies that go against common sense to be so much more interesting than those that go with common sense
@@13thMaiden ^^^ please read my above reply I don't know why it didn't tag you
What a mess they made of his ears. This wasn't just cropped, they took his whole ear off on one side. He is a lovely dog and so well mannered.
I really hate cropped ears & tails. It's just WRONG. I've seen several channels with huge working dogs & none are cropped. The only dogs I've seen with ear damage were tied up & attacked with no escape route or allowed to be used as bait for monsters who fight dogs. Makes me sick. Seems to me in the wild under attack it would be better to lose an ear flap than a chuck of flesh as well. Males no sense. Nimbus is a show dog too - he never was a guard. But what do I know? 😅
this kind of cropping is EXTREMELY common with in this dog breed. When you buy a alabai puppy it's ears are most likely gonna be like this
Why this breed? Other working guardian dogs don’t have their ears cropped. Awful. Most likely owner convenience or they just accept it because the breeder told them they should be cropped.
@@cindy_kbt mostly it's because the breeder wants them to look tough, it's sickening
@@kathyflorcruz552 it wasn't the owner..it's the breeder & he doesn't know which puppies will be work dogs or show dogs
Have never seen this breed before. Beautiful dog. Amazingly, no drooling!
What a beautiful dog 🐾 💕 However, I wouldn't want to accidentally end up on his property, at least not without a will in place 😂
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Absolutely gorgeous beast. I'd give anything just to have a chance to pet him 🐕🦺
Stunning dog! I'm sure he loves you. He is just playing hard to get! Haha! Such a good boy!
I love how your channel features dogs that very few people would ever see - like this Central Asian Shepherd. Just an incredible dog.
What an utterly handsome and majestic dog. Thank you for your wit and true love of these very lucky animals🐾
Its like the guy literally smiles every time he's described as "awesome"!
I love this dog. His temperament is just perfect
Wow! I love his stride. He was really laid back while you were grooming him. He's a beautiful dog. I can't blame you for wanting to adopt him. ❤😊
My parents have an alabay. She also is like this. Just more active in asking constant petting but also very friendly with strangers. She almost never barks. Only case when she guards is if stranger comes in family yard (her territory) alone and no one else is around. Then she barks and pushes them out, but also won't bite, just will guide them out with the body. Mostly that isn't even needed as people back out themselves when they see her coming. But if family is there and when going for walks and so on, then she is extremely friendly and wants everyone to pet her and play with her. Our dog has a tail, but she came without the ears already, wasnt our choice, since we have no wolves then there was no need for cropping, I also think with ears looks nicer.
I had Rottweilers for decades, and I personally think they are regal, but let me say that this boy is proper MAJESTIC asf!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
they're very regal when they're not being goobers
He has such a beautiful head and obviously has a sweet spirit. I would love to own a dog like him too!
This is what I call a healthy dog, his form and even his fur color is perfect
I want to give him a big hug!
After he says it's okay!
Beautiful boy! Lovely temperament! Had to giggle a bit when Vanessa was drying with double nozzles & looked like she was doing 'The Twist'. Caught myself singing it the 2nd time she did it 💕😆
I’m a little late watching this video but I just wanted to say thank you for the ear/tail dock/ crop lesson. I had never thought of that before so good to know. And Nimbus is beautiful!
I like the fact that he doesn't drool all over the place.
I’m glad you explained cropping. I did not know there was a valid reason for doing that. Thanks for sharing!
There's no valid reason for Nimbus to be amputated. I bet there's no reason for his littermates either. The breeder bred these dogs to be calm and nice, so why would they amputate their tails and ears? It's not like they can be used to guard. Lol, I guess that didn't occur to the idiots who bred them for an easy going temperament. Let's face it. 99% of dogs are pets. This amputation nonsense has to stop. It's just for looks.
Edit to add: Vanessa says later in the video that Nimbus is a show dog. With some research I found that this breed has a working line and a show dog line. Nimbus is bred to win dog beauty contests, as are all his littermates. He's amputated to qualify for show dog requirements. That's why he is bred for easy going temperament.
Vanessa is so cute when she's fangirling over a pup, great that she still loves 'em! 👍😍😎🐺
He is GORGEOUS!
What a sweetheart.
Gotta love that two handed high velocity drying method. So that really makes a difference!!! Obviously works better than aiming my hair dryer at the roaming or running pups in my bathroom to dry them.