Many giant breeds like great danes and mastiffs are meant for protection offensively. Dogs like the leo and great Pyrenees are lazier giant breeds for defensive protection. All wary of strangers unless properly socialized and desensitized. Often both work together to protect flocks of sheep (ie great Pyrenees with Anatolian shepherd dog)
Leos get to their approximate adult size at around 6 months mark, after that it is usually some features that change, aka, they gain muscle and weight. These smaller changes can take up to a year or two. I have a leo.
@@bobromorca7198 I've always wanted one! They are my fav breed and I think they'd make a great service dog for my needs...but, their upkeep seems out of my league as a disabled person 😞
@@Tirryna Leo's are extremely gentle and loving kind of breed (and lazy), though looking after coats can be a workout, yes... personally, I never felt the need to take mine to a groomer, but it is very important to sit down and at the very least brush their coats every few days, even outside shedding seasons. And during a shedding season it is very important to do that every day + have a good vacuum inside the house.
I’m so glad to hear about how you make sure your big guys don’t overheat. My sister had a dog (RIP Bear) years ago, he was a big boy. Mixed breed but double coated. She took him to a new groomer when she moved, and this lady left our poor Bear in a drying cage for HOURS in the middle of summer. She said she forgot about him. When my sister came to pick him up the groomer was surprised and then panicked. She ran to the drying cage and Bear was almost to the point of unconsciousness. He was rushed to the vet with heat exhaustion and thankfully he recovered. The groomer did pay his vet bill and was very upset and remorseful but it really didn’t help the situation much. He lived many years after that but they never trusted another groomer and got the de shedding supplies and just did it themselves after that.
This is why I don't trust most groomers and even almost all vets. They care more for money than the actual animal they are supposed to be taking care of.
Oh hell no. If that had been one of my babies, I'd be in prison right now for killing a bitch...but for real I hope you at least took them to court. You should have shut that place down for good.
I lived in Leonberg, Germany as an exchange student in high school ('86 -'87)! They would bring them out for any town function, parade, etc. They are really wonderful dogs.
I have fewer than 1 friend in the World. That's right. Everybody disses me for making bad videos. I think they are perfect though. Who is right? My dissers or me? Which side are you on, dear neno
I found this super impressive after hearing her say what it means for big dogs to be standing for so long, and them overheating from the blow dryer. Patient groomer and patient dog!
There is an unwritten rule that the larger a breed, the more calm they tend to be. And they don't get much bigger. (If you disagree, just think about your last encounter with an ankle-biter...)
Maximus looks like a very sweet dog. He seemed like he was very patient for such a long grooming. Leonbergers are such beautiful dogs. It's sad they had such a short lifespan.
Modern advancements in food and vet care are helping dogs and cats live longer. Still not enough for all of us that have had to say goodbye. Maybe in the future we can see dogs with 20+ year lifespans.
@@DragynryderMW It's how they breed them. Inbreeding and line breeding have shortened the lifespans of many breeds. An increase in the prevalence of inherited disorders A decrease in viability/ longevity A decrease in reproductive ability (reduced fecundity, decreased litter sizes, etc.) The loss of genetic diversity (i.e. decrease in genetic variation) Studies in various species have shown that inbreeding can also result in: developmental disruption, higher infant mortality a shorter life span and reduction of immune system function. And it is known that impaired immune function can lead to higher rates of cancer, and a myriad of other issues for skin, digestive, and other systems as well as resistance to infectious agents.
Yeah. Even if the grooming took 4 hours, it helped a lot that Maximus was totally cool with it. It’d be a _lot worse_ if he was resisting tooth and nail every step of the way
Years ago I knew someone who had two of them. One died at 11 years old and his brother was sooo heartbroken, he stopped eating. Only after getting him an other companion did he start eating again. It was quite a long road for the owner. At 13 years old, the owner wanted to breed him with his new female companion. And they hat 11 puppies at once! They where soooo cute but gigantic. Bevor this dogs I was kind of afraid of dogs. But not since. They are really loveable. He was still alive after I moved out. He was 15 by then.
I’m not sure about sharing this, but what the heck: it’s TH-cam, y’know! As a vet tech you’ve probably experienced many different breeds and mixes, so do you agree with me that larger breeds (Great Danes, Bernese Mtn. Dogs, etc.) are generally just better behaved than the small/toy/pocket ones? I’ve got a theory about this: so much of dog aggression/misbehavior is fear-driven, and the big breeds don’t see a need to assert their alpha status nor be afraid that others will attack them. The little ones: coke-addled, yapping nut jobs!
@@DeeEllEff Please don't badmouth small dogs, it just makes it okay for people to devalue their lives and abuse them. People don't like it when pitties and rotties are generalized, please don't make it sound like small dogs are always bad. They are not all the same, any more than any other group of dogs. Those of us who have small dogs love them just as much as you guys love the big dogs. Personally, it love all dogs but it breaks my heart when people talk about little dogs like they're worthless little demons and that's not true. Yes, they bark but so do big dogs. Yes they bite if you assume it's okay to just reach over and pet them, so do big dogs and they can reach your face, I have the scars to prove it but it was my fault, not the dog's and for the record, it was a husky and I misread her body language. Also not the point. It's true, little dogs probably get away with more, oh who am I kidding, my dogs are spoiled but that doesn't mean they're allowed to run around terrorizing the neighborhood. (one weighs six pounds and has one tooth so you can visualize how scary that would be). I understand people don't have to like them but please don't label them like that, they are still dogs and they are loved and our hearts still shatter when they pass away. I mean no offense, it just really upsets me, the same way it does for people who own any breed that is stereotyped.
I've seen a female that had clipped hair that was working as a service animal for a wheelchair-bound person. Excellent temperament and stayed focused and calm even when surrounded by mobbing children. She was also able to just pull her person when the chair got stuck on something. Good job Annie, I'm glad I had a chance to meet you.
I have met a few, three or four, in the Atlanta area, and have found them to be quite lovable. I just don't have the space for an active giant-breed dog. Instead, i have a medium-size dog, the breed used to hunt moose and herd reindeer.
@@puidwen A lot of dogs love to be groomed. I had a shepherd mix who loved to be vacuumed. My old girl Aani, a retired show champion Norwegian Elkhound, grinned blissfully while getting her coat blown out.
I love the part when you're shaving his paws, his paws are larger than your hands! I've met a couple leonberger dogs who are local to my area, and they are huge marshmallows. Very sweet, very laidback, and very VERY fluffy. Gorgeous, enormous dogs.
The week my mother died I saw a leonburger in a restaurant, sitting perfectly still with therapy dog vest on. His owner let me pet him and I wound up spending 10 minutes just hugging this fluffy gentleman. It was exactly what I needed. I've loved this breed ever since.
My condolences. I wish you strength and patience in this difficult time. After a while it will get better and you will remember the happy moments with her. You will find gratitude to had these moments with her and that's how she will stay alive in your heart 😊💐
I had landlords that had 2 of these enormous critters. They were very sweet once they got to know you but those first few visits to drop off the rent were a little nerve-wracking and I'm a dog person. These 2 pups were VERY protective of their family. Getting a sniff down by 2 of these guys is a unique experience to be sure. After they got used to me all I had to worry about was drowning in drool. Loved those dogs. 🙂🙂🙂
"When I designed my shop, everything was done with the animals well being in mind." You can really tell thats true. I absolutely love how much you love the animals you work on. Even the ones with murder mittens. So much respect for what you do.
Anyone care to join me in a round of applause for the outstanding effort displayed with this grooming?!? Someone certainly earned their wage this day. Oh and, GJ Max, quite the patience and endurance.
Now that's a good boy if ever there was one. Look at him all calm, just panting away. I guess I appreciate that more since my dog abhors sitting still.
Yeah never knew of this breed but it sounds quite nice from her description. Aside from that groomers bill! And I guess the food bill... and medicine, ah well, you know the way it goes with big dogs, everything costs more. But you get more dog!
@@kenyonbissett3512 Only ever had shorthair English mastiffs before. Big dogs but relatively easy to clean and handle. They like leaning on people and being near the people and are so top heavy they aint really even big runners. Good big dog for lazyish people. But they can have a protective instinct that requires good training to be sure they are friendly around others.
@@kenyonbissett3512 Breed Unknown. But what she is, if I'm in the vicinity, she will be engaging with me. Then briefly something else, then back to me. It takes a considerable amount of effort to make her sit still outside of eating. But I love her all the same.
My Leonberger passed away in January, he got to the astonishing age of 11,5 years. Those dogs are amazing and they are super kind, but the definitely prefer the cold. So you did this guy a real favor with the ac^^ Greetings from Germany :)
Sorry for your loss. It never gets easy. We lost our girl 15 months ago. It was sudden, stomach cancer. We got another girl, different breeder. She's different yet still gentle and loyal. Leonbergers are magnificent.
I did one of these breeds myself. He was 145 pounds and he got me covered head to toe in fur but I loved every minute with him. He was incredibly sweet and gentle and loving, I have pictures of him leaning against my legs and me hugging him. Such gentle giants ❤️❤️
I had never even thought of a dog overheating at the groomer… though I can definitely see how it could happen. Thank you for always educating about and for the dogs!!❤️
The breeder put my Norwegian Elkhound, a retired show champion, on a grooming table to blow her coat out with a master blaster. There was a blizzard of undercoat so thick you couldn't see from the barn to the house.
@Failed Society Or he could die at 6, it's an estimate/average. Large dogs don't live as long. And if they make it to 9-10 their body starts falling apart, mainly legs and have a hard time getting up/moving around. I had a 90lb husky and had to put him to sleep at 11 because his legs were too bad and he was in constant pain..
@@mikeblaz with good care dogs tend to hit the higher side of their age range more often than the low side.... Also it's more depressing to think pessimistically about it.
@@samfish2550 Genetics is 90% of the outcome which the owner has no control. This dog could be dead next year w/bad genetics and there isn't a thing the owner/vet can do about it...
Mine does this insane nonstop neurotic air lick, I don't know if it's a thing or what but he can't stop trying to lick your face off. He is genuinely incapable of it. The only thing I've been able to do to stem the licking was just carry him around like a baby, he looks so confused that he forgets he wants to lick your face off.
Our first family dog was a Leonberger, and we grew up together. She was way smaller than her siblings but she was still always bigger than me. She had passed away at age 11 about 6 years ago but I still choked up when you mentioned how sweet and loving this breed is. She was the sweetest girl, wouldn't hurt a fly, and I remember spending many new year's eve celebrations by her side as she was shaking in fear because of fireworks. Rest in peace Biscuit, i learned so much from you and you will always have a special place in my heart❤
Many years ago during a summer holiday in France, I befriended some kids at the camping place who had a leonberger. This dog was the BIGGEST fan of all the cuddles he could get! He was so fluffy, soft and sweet. He would lean against you for hugs. One day the kids and their parents were going on a little trip where they couldn't bring the dog with them, so they asked us if we could watch over him. It was the best day ever. We would lay down in the shadow together, napping during the day. Whenever I see a leonberger, my heart skips a beat because they make me so happy. They're the best.
Max's mouth needed netting, too. I'd highly suggest she get a netted cap like those used for ladies to keep their short hair styles in place at bed. For a dog of this huge size, it would lightly be placed on his muzzle to stop all that flying fuzz from going in the mouth. Beauty Hair Supply stores and well-stocked drug stores, even Walmart, sell loose, netted hair caps. omg! I just couldn't believe what I was seeing. Uncomfortable for the dog to breathe in and have in his mouth and unsafe. I hope he was given water & rest throughout those 4 hours.
I salute you for considering your “client’s” needs as you work on them. It appears that this big baby was well treated from the beginning. My wife and I both enjoy watching your interactions with the dogs, and the play by play as you work.
Thank you so much for bringing awareness to the inside temperature, breaks & drinking water, when it comes to grooming big dogs. Especially big dogs with thick fur or flat snouts. They do over heat quickly and I think not all dog groomers know to take the necessary precautions, such as you. I met a lady who said her mastiff was at groomers for a few hours. She went to pick him up and when he got home he drank a ton of water. Within just an hour, her dog died of bloat.
I've owned cats most of my life. Never even occurred to me that getting "bloat" would kill a dog so quickly. How tragic for his owners to lose their baby that way! Watching "Girl With Dogs" isn't just entertaining -- she's giving us information that can save a pet's life! Can't get any better than that.
For a dog who could have climbed a mountain carrying you on his back, he was extremely tolerant and well behaved. No fuss, no drama, no howling to the moon...
Leonbergers are kinda known for having meek personalities. They're so frigging awesome. I wish they were a more common breed, but these guys will drain your bank account..
Maximus! What a perfect name! I can't imagine how exhausted you must've been after that groom, but you did a fantastic job. He's so darn fluffy and handsome I just want to hug him all day.
I feel like big dogs like this tend to be well-behaved because the owners know that 200 lbs of untrained dog can easily just kill something by accident, so when they make the decision to get a small bear, they know they have to train them.
Can confirm as a big dog owner - they’re great and mine is a good boy, but it’s essential to train them well from puppyhood and you should always be in complete control. Animals are inherently unpredictable. This dog is a shining example of a well behaved one.
It's so cruel that giant breeds are so short lived. You'll never find gentler, more loving, docile, daft, beautiful, slobbery companions on earth! We've had several St. Bernards and a Newfoundland x St. Bernard (who was the size of a small bear!) and they've all been utterly wonderful dogs that I'd recommend to anyone. 👍🥰👍 I could never have a smaller breed now. There'd be nothing to hug!!
I had a Rottie who was large but the absolute biggest baby and lover of cats and kittens and kittens would play all over him like a cat tree it was amazing
My family always adopted big dogs here, we do have plenty of space in our home for them. We love rottweillers and the two of them that lived with us were the most gentle living beings I've ever met in my whole life; our old lady unfortunately passed away 5 months ago, she was really loving and I miss her everyday.
When I was younger my uncle had an unusually large Boxer who was at the time the biggest, meanest looking dog I had ever seen. He was also a total softie. He loved cuddles, and wanted to be involved in everything you were doing. If you were willing to spend 5 minutes petting him, you made a friend for life. He would run under the table at dinner time, rest his head on your thigh, and sit there panting and drooling until it looked like you wet yourself. Even if you were having salad and didn't have scraps to give him, he just wanted to be part of the group activity.
Finally a Leonberger, my favourite breed! Right now I have a 9 year old female one. She is old to be sure, wich makes me sad to think about. But she still is so playful and quirky that I often call her "puppyauntie" She's my third Leonberger, before her I've had two boys. All of them so kind and gentle it can't even be put into words. The gentle nature of the Leonberger breed knows no bounds. But I really can attest to the effort it takes grooming them, since I cannot afford professional grooming I do it myself. It really is no easy task, but it is sooo worth it.
@@xXDESTINYMBXx Not as much as you might think. Eventhough she needs a special veterinary diet since old age has given her a very sensitive stomach. But she also had to be castrated at a young age because of a chronic uterus infection. This has lowered her daily ration need since castrated dogs both male and female has a different metabolism and puts on weight easily. I'll have to answer you in swedish crowns though since I live in Sweden. And it is about 220 swedish crowns per week. These days though she gets all dry food, the wet food variant would be too expensive unfortunatley, since the wet food variant is much more expensive. And I myself have gotten chronically ill and am very poor these days. I used to feed her a mix of rawfood and wetfood when she was younger though, back when she could eat anything. Then I could choose a less expensive wetfood to balance out the expensive rawfood, don't quite remember how much it used to cost, but I think it was about the same as now.
@@Garlictoastify thank you for your reply. So I take it needs at least ~22€ in food per week and for a little more luxurious variant it's just going up ^^ I wish you good health Cheers
Most leos are of the kind that they would be in heaven if someone would give them free hugs. I know cause one is currently occupying my entire bed, staring at me, longing for some. The one I had before (Rip Arthur) was the same.
I met a Leonburger once! the owners let me pet her, but she liked me so much she stretched the entire length of my arm and plopped her head on top of mine! they're so cuuuuute!
My aunt had a Leonberger as a guard dog. He loved to cuddle and would press his gigantic body against yours while you were petting his incredible floof. After you were done, you had enough fur on your clothes to equip a mid-sized dog.
I'm a university student and had some therapy dogs visit our campus, one of them being a Leon burger, and of course he'd lean on whoevers petting him. His owner said she calls him a leaning-burger because he always does it,,, so yea they're great for emotional support 🥹❤️
My dad told me stories of his family friends Leonburger (or similar sized breed) who was raised on cuddling in someone's lap as a tiny pup and never outgrew it even as a 100+ kilogram Bear. There was a story of the springs in the dad's seat wearing out due to being crushed by a giant floofball on a daily basis
@@higoodbye7545 I went to Crufts when the Leonbergers were there and the breeders told me they call them the Lean-on-bergers; it seems to be a breed trait!
Vanessa, I usually dont comment but this reminded me exactly of a Caucasian shepherd dog I did the other day and I truly understand the hours and the back strength that goes into such a large dog and with that coat! It feels like a train hit you when you are done😂 he turned out beautiful! Much love from Greece
I have a central asian shepherd which has a shorter coat, but still very dense and it takes a long time to bath him. I am very glad I picked the shorter hair.
Yes a similar look but very different personality. They are guardians where as a Leo is not and personality wise is more similar to the Saint Bernard a Bernese mountain dog or a newf.
A travel roommate had one! Loved her so much, sweetest, hugest floof EVER! Was shocked to learn she was 3 breeds combined! She had all the desired markings, fantastic breed, minimal drooling, my Newfie always had a drool rag nearby.
What a BEAST. He is gorgeous! I can't imagine how hard it is to shampoo that guy...it takes me FOREVER to bathe my cocker spaniels if they are grown out, and this guy is like five of my dogs all at once. What a task! Edit: Boy, he sure is well behaved! He is a cool customer. Gibson's parent must be a pro photographer....what awesome photos, and he is a gorgeous lab...love the color!
I just had a thought: THIS kind of channel is really what the Internet should be about. I get to learn at least an intro to breeds I've never known about, as well as what it takes to groom and care for them. In a quality format, personable commentary, good videography. Not trying to throw out empty flattery. With all the unmitigated CRAP sloshing around in the "sewer" of the Internet, I've come to appreciate your videos. Thanks much.
It's kind of like this with most giant dog breeds. They may look hard to handle, but their personalities are typically docile and relatively calm. If big dog breed weren't easy to handle, they probably wouldn't be bred.
I wish all groomers were as conscientious and caring as you are. I can’t get over how different this dog’s personality is from a husky’s! 🤣. He was so good, even after 4 hours!
@kuhen25~ This Maximus is a Leonberger, they originated in Germany. Caucasian Shepherd are from the Caucasus mountains of Eurasia. Both beautiful dogs, but Leo’s are probably more friendly and easygoing. 🐾🐶🐾
I own a Caucasian and there are some fake facts that you have said, Caucasians come from Russia, Caucasians are to aggressive to be socialized, that one was true, both breeds are easy going giants that take respect into their own hand or should I say Paws.
@@sylfae Lol what a stupid ass comment , we had a huge caucasian when I was little and it never caused any trouble.....they are sweet dogs if you know how to treat them , weak minded people should not own a caucasian
@@sylfae Not just that. Caucasian's Are MOSTLY for livestock guardians protecting livestock if you look into it. Im not Bs'ing on it, they are bred for mainly Livestock protection or home guarding
@@Muttisfinallyhere My source was Bing/Wiki. Georgia (Caucasus mountains), Armenia, Azerbaijan, Dagestan, Russia are the primary sources of the breed. Caucasian shepherds, as you know, require constant training to remember their one person is the Alpha. It is not a dog for someone with children, living in an apartment, who is gone to work all day. It will require lots of exercise and a “job”, unless they are guarding livestock.
I love how the care of the dog is #1. He got breaks, a cold environment, if I lived in your area, my pups would be scheduled on your books for the year!
I did my first Newfie last week. Never have I done a dog that was twice my weight lol. Took 5 hours to wash, dry, brush and trim him. But man was it worth it! He was such a sweet dog and Im happy to be able to groom him again in a few months.
I just LOVE your commentary. . After 20 years Maximus was finally dried-- and tidied up his Grinch feet!!! This is my second time watching you work-- anyone can tell this is DEFINITELY your passion! Bless you♡
I love these! We had a puppy one we used to see, near where we walk ours, with her fully grown big brother. I didn't see them for the longest time, then one day I see a Leonburger that looked familiar but not quite so dark in the face... then the dog I was thinking about appeared next to her and we realized at the same time we knew each other and 4 1/4 tons of fur came running towards me one of which still had her puppy brain and energy and remembered I would have treats!
I had a leonberger who reached the age of 13 before passing away. He was my best buddy, and I still miss him even 16 years later. RIP Max, you were the gentlest of giants. Leonbergers are just love disguised as fluffy bears *edit That Leonberger drools way, waaay too much though. His diet should be looked into, I suspect he's given a sugary snack from time to time. *edit 2* For anyone who has a leonberger, or is looking to get one, a tip to deal with their massive furloss is to take a brush with you. Once a day after walking them, spend 2-3 minutes on just brushing them. hard/metal brush for the back, sides, and the chest below the neck, and a soft rubber brush for their legs, stomach, and side of the face. Do not ignore their front legs with the soft brush because you will be amazed how much fur comes off from that area. And if you live in a warm area, consider having them groomed around the end of spring because Leo's get REALLY warm during warm summer weather.
@@GirlWithTheDogs Didnt take that into consideration, thats not impossible indeed. I hope he felt comfortable soon, but Im assuming he was pretty zen and easy going with everything. They're by far my favorite breed of dogs in the world.
Memories! During my childhood and adolescence (near Leonberg, Germany...) my parents had three Leonbergers. The first one's favorite place was the back seat of my grandpa's car. She LOVED riding in the car! All loved swimming. And rolling in the fresh manure the farmers had put on their meadows...
I have such deep respect for your attention to dogs' comfort, including (in this case) providing air conditioning in winter even when you're cold, plus time for water and breaks even though you started this appointment at 4 pm and no doubt would have been happy to get home. Thank you. We love you.
O.M.G.!! What a work and what a dog! It seems the larger they come in size, gentler they are. No barking here, no fear, no singing, no escaping attempts. And Vanessa’s care and professional attitude towards her four legged clients is so special and praise worthy!
I originally subscribed to this channel for the dogs and cats. Glad to see you branching out to small bears!
I’m waiting for foxes. One will come along eventually.
Waiting for birds
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@@dwight5153 we got a duck!
She already groomed a duck and a pig. If she starts on badgers, I'd be very impressed.
Maximus sounds like an idling truck while you're doing his paws!
I was thinking of a steam engine.
I was thinking thee SAME EXACT thing.🥰
Or a helicopter
Omg same so cute
@Emily Turco
Should have just named him Mack...as in Mack truck..hahaaa.
The more the gigantic, the more the gentle and cute.
Not always. You're familiar to the owcharka?
I suggest you look into Cane Corsos or Tibetan Mastiffs.
It goes the opposite way too. Proof - Chihuahuas.
Many giant breeds like great danes and mastiffs are meant for protection offensively. Dogs like the leo and great Pyrenees are lazier giant breeds for defensive protection. All wary of strangers unless properly socialized and desensitized. Often both work together to protect flocks of sheep (ie great Pyrenees with Anatolian shepherd dog)
@@MasterShoko chihuahuas: 50% hate, 50% shaking, 50% eyeball.
The most terrifying thing about this gentle giant is that he's still got another 15 months of growing! That's a puppy!
@padai Not mastiffs. They only reach full maturity and size at around 3 years, if I'm not wrong.
Leos get to their approximate adult size at around 6 months mark, after that it is usually some features that change, aka, they gain muscle and weight. These smaller changes can take up to a year or two.
I have a leo.
@@bobromorca7198 I've always wanted one! They are my fav breed and I think they'd make a great service dog for my needs...but, their upkeep seems out of my league as a disabled person 😞
@@Tirryna Leo's are extremely gentle and loving kind of breed (and lazy), though looking after coats can be a workout, yes... personally, I never felt the need to take mine to a groomer, but it is very important to sit down and at the very least brush their coats every few days, even outside shedding seasons. And during a shedding season it is very important to do that every day + have a good vacuum inside the house.
@@bobromorca7198 Brushing could be therapeutic, I'd guess :) . It'd be a nice, gentle exercise and bonding time 😊
15 months old, that means he hasn't stopped growing yet. He's going to get even BIGGER! 😁😍
Those Paws give it away. I am glad I am not feeding him.
The next time Maximus comes back, Vanessa will need about 10 copies of herself.
@@chilibreath she'll have to clear her day and book him in at 5 AM, then have a fat nap until the next day xD
If I can afford it, I'd love to own a giant breed 😁makes my pride swell 🤣😂
@@Apollyon67 or picking up his 💩💩💩💩
I’m so glad to hear about how you make sure your big guys don’t overheat. My sister had a dog (RIP Bear) years ago, he was a big boy. Mixed breed but double coated. She took him to a new groomer when she moved, and this lady left our poor Bear in a drying cage for HOURS in the middle of summer. She said she forgot about him. When my sister came to pick him up the groomer was surprised and then panicked. She ran to the drying cage and Bear was almost to the point of unconsciousness. He was rushed to the vet with heat exhaustion and thankfully he recovered. The groomer did pay his vet bill and was very upset and remorseful but it really didn’t help the situation much. He lived many years after that but they never trusted another groomer and got the de shedding supplies and just did it themselves after that.
Sheesh what a terrible groomer
This is why I don't trust most groomers and even almost all vets. They care more for money than the actual animal they are supposed to be taking care of.
Do they have licenses? If so, they should take her license away.
@@jocelync.2034 I honestly have no idea. I do know the grooming shop is still open 😬
Oh hell no. If that had been one of my babies, I'd be in prison right now for killing a bitch...but for real I hope you at least took them to court. You should have shut that place down for good.
Little kids must LOVE him. He’s like something from a kid’s book.
He is
Pretty sure I saw him carrying Atreyu to fight The Nothing.
I would have been enamored
Clifford.
And, they ADORE KIDS!!!
I lived in Leonberg, Germany as an exchange student in high school ('86 -'87)! They would bring them out for any town function, parade, etc. They are really wonderful dogs.
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He. Is. GORGEOUS! There's a husky somewhere going: "Why is he so quiet?" Lol great job!
I have fewer than 1 friend in the World. That's right. Everybody disses me for making bad videos. I think they are perfect though. Who is right? My dissers or me? Which side are you on, dear neno
@@AxxLAfriku You deserve the hate
@@AxxLAfriku what?
@@kittygirl0872 it's a spamming asshat that makes bizarre childish dogshit
What he lacks in barks and howls he makes up in drools
I love how patient Maximus is throughout the whole thing. He's like, "Yeah, okay, do what you gotta do, human. I'm sure it's for a good reason."
hahaha yeah how cute
He even seems to like it...
I found this super impressive after hearing her say what it means for big dogs to be standing for so long, and them overheating from the blow dryer. Patient groomer and patient dog!
There is an unwritten rule that the larger a breed, the more calm they tend to be. And they don't get much bigger. (If you disagree, just think about your last encounter with an ankle-biter...)
@@Serene80 hence why they are called ankle bitters and bigger breeds tend to be wannbe lap dogs just looking for a cuddle and scritches.
Maximus looks like a very sweet dog. He seemed like he was very patient for such a long grooming. Leonbergers are such beautiful dogs. It's sad they had such a short lifespan.
Modern advancements in food and vet care are helping dogs and cats live longer. Still not enough for all of us that have had to say goodbye. Maybe in the future we can see dogs with 20+ year lifespans.
@@DragynryderMW It's how they breed them. Inbreeding and line breeding have shortened the lifespans of many breeds.
An increase in the prevalence of inherited disorders
A decrease in viability/ longevity
A decrease in reproductive ability (reduced fecundity, decreased litter sizes, etc.)
The loss of genetic diversity (i.e. decrease in genetic variation)
Studies in various species have shown that inbreeding can also result in:
developmental disruption, higher infant mortality
a shorter life span and reduction of immune system function. And it is known that impaired immune function can lead to higher rates of cancer, and a myriad of other issues for skin, digestive, and other systems as well as resistance to infectious agents.
@@janesawyer3495 sounds like terrible breeders
They are usually within one or two places in AKC popularity ranking of the Norwegian Elkhound.
Yeah. Even if the grooming took 4 hours, it helped a lot that Maximus was totally cool with it. It’d be a _lot worse_ if he was resisting tooth and nail every step of the way
Years ago I knew someone who had two of them. One died at 11 years old and his brother was sooo heartbroken, he stopped eating. Only after getting him an other companion did he start eating again. It was quite a long road for the owner. At 13 years old, the owner wanted to breed him with his new female companion. And they hat 11 puppies at once! They where soooo cute but gigantic. Bevor this dogs I was kind of afraid of dogs. But not since. They are really loveable. He was still alive after I moved out. He was 15 by then.
15 for a dog with a life expectancy of around 7-10 years old?!? Wow, the original breeder and his owner did a great job.
As a vet tech, Leonbergers are my FAVORITE breed. So large but also THE most well behaved breed ever.
We had one growing up named max!
I’m not sure about sharing this, but what the heck: it’s TH-cam, y’know! As a vet tech you’ve probably experienced many different breeds and mixes, so do you agree with me that larger breeds (Great Danes, Bernese Mtn. Dogs, etc.) are generally just better behaved than the small/toy/pocket ones? I’ve got a theory about this: so much of dog aggression/misbehavior is fear-driven, and the big breeds don’t see a need to assert their alpha status nor be afraid that others will attack them. The little ones: coke-addled, yapping nut jobs!
@@DeeEllEff YES. All of this. Little dogs are THE WORST. Yippy and scared all the time, anxious...no thanks.
@@missm108 I used to work with one named Max!
@@DeeEllEff Please don't badmouth small dogs, it just makes it okay for people to devalue their lives and abuse them. People don't like it when pitties and rotties are generalized, please don't make it sound like small dogs are always bad. They are not all the same, any more than any other group of dogs. Those of us who have small dogs love them just as much as you guys love the big dogs. Personally, it love all dogs but it breaks my heart when people talk about little dogs like they're worthless little demons and that's not true. Yes, they bark but so do big dogs. Yes they bite if you assume it's okay to just reach over and pet them, so do big dogs and they can reach your face, I have the scars to prove it but it was my fault, not the dog's and for the record, it was a husky and I misread her body language. Also not the point. It's true, little dogs probably get away with more, oh who am I kidding, my dogs are spoiled but that doesn't mean they're allowed to run around terrorizing the neighborhood. (one weighs six pounds and has one tooth so you can visualize how scary that would be). I understand people don't have to like them but please don't label them like that, they are still dogs and they are loved and our hearts still shatter when they pass away. I mean no offense, it just really upsets me, the same way it does for people who own any breed that is stereotyped.
Looks like he was enjoying himself! He's the first one of that breed I've ever seen
Thought the same thing about him enjoying himself.
I've seen a female that had clipped hair that was working as a service animal for a wheelchair-bound person. Excellent temperament and stayed focused and calm even when surrounded by mobbing children. She was also able to just pull her person when the chair got stuck on something. Good job Annie, I'm glad I had a chance to meet you.
Bro this is the first time I've heard of this breed even existing lol
I have met a few, three or four, in the Atlanta area, and have found them to be quite lovable. I just don't have the space for an active giant-breed dog. Instead, i have a medium-size dog, the breed used to hunt moose and herd reindeer.
@@puidwen A lot of dogs love to be groomed. I had a shepherd mix who loved to be vacuumed. My old girl Aani, a retired show champion Norwegian Elkhound, grinned blissfully while getting her coat blown out.
The big boys always seem just so happy to be there
"...after 20 years Maximus was finally dry." That caught me off guard. 🤣
I know, right!!😂😂😂
Look at the title.
😂😂😂😂😂
@@Getting.Better oh wow! Yeah, thanks. 😒🙃
yeah, especially cause they only live for about 11 years!!!😮
I love the part when you're shaving his paws, his paws are larger than your hands! I've met a couple leonberger dogs who are local to my area, and they are huge marshmallows. Very sweet, very laidback, and very VERY fluffy. Gorgeous, enormous dogs.
I heard of them. Never met one but they are apparently among the sweetest dogs in the world. It’s nice to know what I heard is true.
Kinda like Bernese Mountain Dogs, in my experience, only even more HUGE!
My favorite part is when groomers shave out paw pads! I wish the clip was longer. I don’t know why it’s so satisfying 😂
Only the sweet would get to breed in developing a dog that big
“After twenty years, he was finally dry” sent me 😂😂 your dry delivery of such comedy is my favorite.
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Sent you where?
You really have to listen to what she says to hear the jokes, there's no intonation to tell you ther was something funny :D
Mines too! 🤣🤣🤣
The week my mother died I saw a leonburger in a restaurant, sitting perfectly still with therapy dog vest on. His owner let me pet him and I wound up spending 10 minutes just hugging this fluffy gentleman. It was exactly what I needed. I've loved this breed ever since.
My condolences. I wish you strength and patience in this difficult time. After a while it will get better and you will remember the happy moments with her. You will find gratitude to had these moments with her and that's how she will stay alive in your heart 😊💐
My condolences, stay strong for her.
I’m so so sorry I’m sure she’s looking up from heaven and Is very proud of you.Stay Strong.
Sorry for your loss
im sorry for your loss i hope with time you find comfort that she is always above you watching with blessings. Stay strong
I had landlords that had 2 of these enormous critters. They were very sweet once they got to know you but those first few visits to drop off the rent were a little nerve-wracking and I'm a dog person. These 2 pups were VERY protective of their family. Getting a sniff down by 2 of these guys is a unique experience to be sure. After they got used to me all I had to worry about was drowning in drool. Loved those dogs. 🙂🙂🙂
The more I watch Girl With The Dogs, the more respect I have for her. Everything is geared towards the animals' comfort. I love her humor, too!
"When I designed my shop, everything was done with the animals well being in mind." You can really tell thats true. I absolutely love how much you love the animals you work on. Even the ones with murder mittens. So much respect for what you do.
The Huskies would disagree.
The girl with dogs should be the standard for ALL groomers! Anything less should not be allowed!
It is a labor of love for her.
Anyone care to join me in a round of applause for the outstanding effort displayed with this grooming?!?
Someone certainly earned their wage this day.
Oh and, GJ Max, quite the patience and endurance.
Maximus's panting sounds just like an idling tractor. Love big dogs.
Like a train lolol
Or a helicopter.
like a steam train haha
I think he sounds more like a steam locomotive cruising.
My thought was that he sounded like a locomotive coming into the station.
Now that's a good boy if ever there was one. Look at him all calm, just panting away. I guess I appreciate that more since my dog abhors sitting still.
Jack Russell? LOL
Yeah never knew of this breed but it sounds quite nice from her description. Aside from that groomers bill! And I guess the food bill... and medicine, ah well, you know the way it goes with big dogs, everything costs more. But you get more dog!
@@rantingguy1726 if you are in the USA 🇺🇸 that $247 translates to $185 and just the Shampoo and electric for the dryer used $100, lol, jk
@@kenyonbissett3512 Only ever had shorthair English mastiffs before. Big dogs but relatively easy to clean and handle. They like leaning on people and being near the people and are so top heavy they aint really even big runners.
Good big dog for lazyish people. But they can have a protective instinct that requires good training to be sure they are friendly around others.
@@kenyonbissett3512 Breed Unknown. But what she is, if I'm in the vicinity, she will be engaging with me. Then briefly something else, then back to me. It takes a considerable amount of effort to make her sit still outside of eating. But I love her all the same.
My Leonberger passed away in January, he got to the astonishing age of 11,5 years. Those dogs are amazing and they are super kind, but the definitely prefer the cold. So you did this guy a real favor with the ac^^ Greetings from Germany :)
Sorry for your loss. It never gets easy. We lost our girl 15 months ago. It was sudden, stomach cancer. We got another girl, different breeder. She's different yet still gentle and loyal. Leonbergers are magnificent.
Wow!!
Can you explain age of 11, 5 years?
@@writerconsidered Europeans indicate decimal places with a comma.
@@writerconsidered 11.5 years
I did one of these breeds myself. He was 145 pounds and he got me covered head to toe in fur but I loved every minute with him. He was incredibly sweet and gentle and loving, I have pictures of him leaning against my legs and me hugging him. Such gentle giants ❤️❤️
What a doll!! He is so adorable. The short lifespan of big dogs such as this always tugs at my heart.
I had never even thought of a dog overheating at the groomer… though I can definitely see how it could happen. Thank you for always educating about and for the dogs!!❤️
The breeder put my Norwegian Elkhound, a retired show champion, on a grooming table to blow her coat out with a master blaster. There was a blizzard of undercoat so thick you couldn't see from the barn to the house.
I love how Maximus was just chilling the whole time like "oh you're doing that now? Okey dokey then madam"
For those of you who don't realize, at 15 months, a dog that size still isn't done growing... He still has MONTHS to go yet!!!
The time he stops growing he'll be almost dead....7-10 years isn't a long life span at all.
@Failed Society Or he could die at 6, it's an estimate/average. Large dogs don't live as long. And if they make it to 9-10 their body starts falling apart, mainly legs and have a hard time getting up/moving around. I had a 90lb husky and had to put him to sleep at 11 because his legs were too bad and he was in constant pain..
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@@mikeblaz with good care dogs tend to hit the higher side of their age range more often than the low side.... Also it's more depressing to think pessimistically about it.
@@samfish2550 Genetics is 90% of the outcome which the owner has no control. This dog could be dead next year w/bad genetics and there isn't a thing the owner/vet can do about it...
I’m a barber, and some clients of mine always have two of these at home, they’ll sometimes bring them to visit. The huggiest bears I know
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Mine does this insane nonstop neurotic air lick, I don't know if it's a thing or what but he can't stop trying to lick your face off. He is genuinely incapable of it. The only thing I've been able to do to stem the licking was just carry him around like a baby, he looks so confused that he forgets he wants to lick your face off.
Our first family dog was a Leonberger, and we grew up together. She was way smaller than her siblings but she was still always bigger than me. She had passed away at age 11 about 6 years ago but I still choked up when you mentioned how sweet and loving this breed is. She was the sweetest girl, wouldn't hurt a fly, and I remember spending many new year's eve celebrations by her side as she was shaking in fear because of fireworks. Rest in peace Biscuit, i learned so much from you and you will always have a special place in my heart❤
Yes yes yes!!!!!!!! We are currently loving our 3rd. Wonderful animals!!!!!!
Such a great breed of dogs the Leonberger. Had 2 growing up! So loyal and friendly like you point out! :)
i have a labby and i can totally relate!! dogs are the best animals in the world no cap
@@Marcusianery hope you had a great day
Germany best dogs: German Shepherd and LEONBERGEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEER
Many years ago during a summer holiday in France, I befriended some kids at the camping place who had a leonberger. This dog was the BIGGEST fan of all the cuddles he could get! He was so fluffy, soft and sweet. He would lean against you for hugs. One day the kids and their parents were going on a little trip where they couldn't bring the dog with them, so they asked us if we could watch over him. It was the best day ever. We would lay down in the shadow together, napping during the day. Whenever I see a leonberger, my heart skips a beat because they make me so happy. They're the best.
I’m still in shock over how much fur came out just from Maximus’s blow drying! Good thing she had the mosquito netting hat.
Max's mouth needed netting, too.
I'd highly suggest she get a netted cap like those used for ladies to keep their short hair styles in place at bed. For a dog of this huge size, it would lightly be placed on his muzzle to stop all that flying fuzz from going in the mouth.
Beauty Hair Supply stores and well-stocked drug stores, even Walmart, sell loose, netted hair caps.
omg! I just couldn't believe what I was seeing. Uncomfortable for the dog to breathe in and have in his mouth and unsafe.
I hope he was given water & rest throughout those 4 hours.
@@synchronicity1470 get over it
You could have made a winter hat with all the fluff on the floor.
@@synchronicity1470 she literally said she gave SEVERAL breaks and waterz
have you seen the video with the Lapphund, he shed almost enough to build a second one on the spot
I salute you for considering your “client’s” needs as you work on them. It appears that this big baby was well treated from the beginning. My wife and I both enjoy watching your interactions with the dogs, and the play by play as you work.
He is such a good boy! Stood perfectly calm through the entire groom. Love the majestic Maximus! 😘❤️
That is all Leos...You will never hear of a Leo attacking anyone...and if you do, it would probably be for a serious reason.
Thank you so much for bringing awareness to the inside temperature, breaks & drinking water, when it comes to grooming big dogs. Especially big dogs with thick fur or flat snouts. They do over heat quickly and I think not all dog groomers know to take the necessary precautions, such as you.
I met a lady who said her mastiff was at groomers for a few hours. She went to pick him up and when he got home he drank a ton of water. Within just an hour, her dog died of bloat.
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I would of killed that groomer for killing my dog.
damn, that was sad
I've owned cats most of my life. Never even occurred to me that getting "bloat" would kill a dog so quickly. How tragic for his owners to lose their baby that way!
Watching "Girl With Dogs" isn't just entertaining -- she's giving us information that can save a pet's life! Can't get any better than that.
That's absolutely heartbreaking!🥺
Aww, he was so content the whole time. Well until the perfume spray, lol. All the huskies out there need to watch this video!
I enjoyed hearing how you designed your shop with the pet in mind, "even tho you are freezing". I love your videos! Keep posting.
FACTS!!
A huskie would have been singing for 3 3/4 of those hours, no?
I wasn't even aware over heating at the groomers was a thing!
Thank you for the awareness!
You’re such a great groomer. Most groomers lack the most important skill you have which is PATIENCE. Good job!
For a dog who could have climbed a mountain carrying you on his back, he was extremely tolerant and well behaved.
No fuss, no drama, no howling to the moon...
And handsome.
He had to be exhausted...hassling had for 4 hours...I know he slept well that night.
Leonbergers are kinda known for having meek personalities. They're so frigging awesome. I wish they were a more common breed, but these guys will drain your bank account..
such a well behaved dog, he looks so calm and happy to be there.
So well behaved. Leonbergers don't need to jump around to assert their authority, they just have to stand up.
what a well behaved baby! clearly he's getting the support and structure he needs at home. love to see responsibly raised big boys 🥰
Maximus! What a perfect name! I can't imagine how exhausted you must've been after that groom, but you did a fantastic job. He's so darn fluffy and handsome I just want to hug him all day.
He is so well behaved. It’s amazing.
I feel like big dogs like this tend to be well-behaved because the owners know that 200 lbs of untrained dog can easily just kill something by accident, so when they make the decision to get a small bear, they know they have to train them.
Can confirm as a big dog owner - they’re great and mine is a good boy, but it’s essential to train them well from puppyhood and you should always be in complete control. Animals are inherently unpredictable. This dog is a shining example of a well behaved one.
@@Nozo1234 - how difficult is it to train a Leonberger?
@@nathanwilliams2152 Oh I don't have a Leonberger - mine is an Old English Sheepdog, so my experience is a bit different I'm sure
It's so cruel that giant breeds are so short lived. You'll never find gentler, more loving, docile, daft, beautiful, slobbery companions on earth! We've had several St. Bernards and a Newfoundland x St. Bernard (who was the size of a small bear!) and they've all been utterly wonderful dogs that I'd recommend to anyone. 👍🥰👍 I could never have a smaller breed now. There'd be nothing to hug!!
I had a Rottie who was large but the absolute biggest baby and lover of cats and kittens and kittens would play all over him like a cat tree it was amazing
My family always adopted big dogs here, we do have plenty of space in our home for them. We love rottweillers and the two of them that lived with us were the most gentle living beings I've ever met in my whole life; our old lady unfortunately passed away 5 months ago, she was really loving and I miss her everyday.
It is the same with humans. Smaller people live longer on average. That is one of the reasons women live longer.
When I was younger my uncle had an unusually large Boxer who was at the time the biggest, meanest looking dog I had ever seen.
He was also a total softie. He loved cuddles, and wanted to be involved in everything you were doing. If you were willing to spend 5 minutes petting him, you made a friend for life.
He would run under the table at dinner time, rest his head on your thigh, and sit there panting and drooling until it looked like you wet yourself. Even if you were having salad and didn't have scraps to give him, he just wanted to be part of the group activity.
I loved hearing about the care you took when designing your shop for the safety & comfort of your canine clients. ❤
"Grooming this breed of dog is a task and a half" - that must the understatement of the year 🐶
yeah it's more like 2 tasks and a half 😂
Unbelievably adorable, well-behaved dog. It literally seemed like he didn't care about any part of the groom 🤗
Finally a Leonberger, my favourite breed!
Right now I have a 9 year old female one.
She is old to be sure, wich makes me sad to think about. But she still is so playful and quirky that I often call her "puppyauntie"
She's my third Leonberger, before her I've had two boys.
All of them so kind and gentle it can't even be put into words.
The gentle nature of the Leonberger breed knows no bounds.
But I really can attest to the effort it takes grooming them, since I cannot afford professional grooming I do it myself. It really is no easy task, but it is sooo worth it.
How much do you spend for food per week?
Lovely!!!
@@xXDESTINYMBXx Not as much as you might think.
Eventhough she needs a special veterinary diet since old age has given her a very sensitive stomach.
But she also had to be castrated at a young age because of a chronic uterus infection.
This has lowered her daily ration need since castrated dogs both male and female has a different metabolism and puts on weight easily.
I'll have to answer you in swedish crowns though since I live in Sweden.
And it is about 220 swedish crowns per week.
These days though she gets all dry food, the wet food variant would be too expensive unfortunatley, since the wet food variant is much more expensive.
And I myself have gotten chronically ill and am very poor these days.
I used to feed her a mix of rawfood and wetfood when she was younger though, back when she could eat anything.
Then I could choose a less expensive wetfood to balance out the expensive rawfood, don't quite remember how much it used to cost, but I think it was about the same as now.
@@Garlictoastify thank you for your reply. So I take it needs at least ~22€ in food per week and for a little more luxurious variant it's just going up ^^
I wish you good health
Cheers
Exhausted from just watching this. He's a big boi😊 he was super good through the whole spa day.
You’ve reached a level of fame where everyone wants you to groom their not-so-common breeds just to watch you do your thing:) Maximus is aptly named❤️
My favorite video of hers so far has been the pig one lol
ARE YOU ENTERTAINED!!!... Sorry had to make the Gladiator reference, LoL 🤣
My leonberger was named cleo....cleo the leo XD i just couldnt help myself
Yeah, he is!
My friend has a 7 year old Leonberger, his name is Otto, he's super dumb but extra lovable. 🐻
“He is super dumb “ 😂😂🥰😍🥰
When they’re that cute and big , they don’t need to be smart.
LOL 🤩
That's the perfect big dog.
My dog is dumb too ! He barks at plants
Firstly, I thought that was a little rude, but then I started giggling to myself, actually it`s the perfect doggo.
What a giant good boy. I never heard of this breed before, but my brain instantly went: _Must hug the giant teddy dog!_
he looks so ready for a hug !
Big fluffy dogs are the best huggers
Most leos are of the kind that they would be in heaven if someone would give them free hugs. I know cause one is currently occupying my entire bed, staring at me, longing for some. The one I had before (Rip Arthur) was the same.
I like him! He seems very friendly! It's a job to give him a bath! Glad I got to see him! He is definitely an eye full!
Maximus is STUNNING!! I hope he lives longer than the 7-10 years.
Hopefully, I have a dog that's only meant to live to 13~14 but she's 15 and still super healthy
I met a Leonburger once! the owners let me pet her, but she liked me so much she stretched the entire length of my arm and plopped her head on top of mine! they're so cuuuuute!
That's so freaken adorable 😭😭😭
I laughed when she was trimming his paws, his leg was larger than her arm. What a huge cute pooch..
He is so huge and yet still has a puppy face 😍
My aunt had a Leonberger as a guard dog. He loved to cuddle and would press his gigantic body against yours while you were petting his incredible floof. After you were done, you had enough fur on your clothes to equip a mid-sized dog.
Try a Maremma. My wife crocheted a dog blanket from the bale of fluff off him.
Basically he needed to be run through the shearing shed with the sheep.
I'm a university student and had some therapy dogs visit our campus, one of them being a Leon burger, and of course he'd lean on whoevers petting him. His owner said she calls him a leaning-burger because he always does it,,, so yea they're great for emotional support 🥹❤️
My dad told me stories of his family friends Leonburger (or similar sized breed) who was raised on cuddling in someone's lap as a tiny pup and never outgrew it even as a 100+ kilogram Bear.
There was a story of the springs in the dad's seat wearing out due to being crushed by a giant floofball on a daily basis
@@higoodbye7545 I went to Crufts when the Leonbergers were there and the breeders told me they call them the Lean-on-bergers; it seems to be a breed trait!
“After 20 years, Maximus was finally dry….” Well then, you’ve basically doubled his lifespan with your excellent grooming skills! 😉
Lol, then I heard it right 🤣🤣 I was not sure about it
Well, she certainly has a sense of humor..
@@edinagaspar722 LOL Same here🤣 I had to hear it again to make sure! Maximum is absolutely adorable💛🐶
HAHAHAHAH!!🤣😂😂😂
@@peterheerens3093 have you seen feedo's and lunatic's performance, as well as meatball? If not you need to.
Vanessa, I usually dont comment but this reminded me exactly of a Caucasian shepherd dog I did the other day and I truly understand the hours and the back strength that goes into such a large dog and with that coat! It feels like a train hit you when you are done😂 he turned out beautiful! Much love from Greece
I have a central asian shepherd which has a shorter coat, but still very dense and it takes a long time to bath him. I am very glad I picked the shorter hair.
vannessa got bent over by the dog
Leos are the calm, loves everyone/everything, big loof cousins of Caucasian/ Asian shepards...lol
Caucasian Ovacharka?! Wow, Did he behaved well?
I mean, Leonberger is quite a dog, but a Caucasian? That's a really intense one...
Yes a similar look but very different personality. They are guardians where as a Leo is not and personality wise is more similar to the Saint Bernard a Bernese mountain dog or a newf.
A travel roommate had one! Loved her so much, sweetest, hugest floof EVER! Was shocked to learn she was 3 breeds combined! She had all the desired markings, fantastic breed, minimal drooling, my Newfie always had a drool rag nearby.
What a sweetie!!!! He was obviously stressed but he sat still and took everything like a champ!!
I don't know about stressed, just hot
@@raymondweaver8526 idk, the super fast panting tells me he was a wee bit stressed out.
I feel that at this point she should seriously make a video playlist of the giant dogs she's groomed like the St Bernard/Newfie mix and others
The Leo is a Saint Bernard-Newfie-Pyrenees mix. That one is a beauty.
What a BEAST. He is gorgeous! I can't imagine how hard it is to shampoo that guy...it takes me FOREVER to bathe my cocker spaniels if they are grown out, and this guy is like five of my dogs all at once. What a task!
Edit: Boy, he sure is well behaved! He is a cool customer.
Gibson's parent must be a pro photographer....what awesome photos, and he is a gorgeous lab...love the color!
I just want to hug him and squeeze him and just use him as a pillow he is too adorable!
My maternal grandpa had a Leonberger dog, she was just so loving to everyone ❤️
I just had a thought: THIS kind of channel is really what the Internet should be about. I get to learn at least an intro to breeds I've never known about, as well as what it takes to groom and care for them. In a quality format, personable commentary, good videography.
Not trying to throw out empty flattery. With all the unmitigated CRAP sloshing around in the "sewer" of the Internet, I've come to appreciate your videos.
Thanks much.
🎯🎯🎯
Yes. All internet videos should be about dogs.
Yes it's very uplifting.
@@user-jq2iz9zn4p cant tell if your being sarcastic 🤌
@@MrLoverman7134 I love dog videos. I've had dogs for decades. Dogs are wonderful.
Could you imagine if he hadn't been so calm and cooperative? What a well behaved boy!
This is default Leo behavior 🥰
I can't EVER imagine them being mean...ever.
It's kind of like this with most giant dog breeds. They may look hard to handle, but their personalities are typically docile and relatively calm. If big dog breed weren't easy to handle, they probably wouldn't be bred.
Loving watching your grooming episodes
The funny one liners to describe what your doing
He was massive I agree
"After 20 years" 🤣 too cute!!
I wish all groomers were as conscientious and caring as you are. I can’t get over how different this dog’s personality is from a husky’s! 🤣. He was so good, even after 4 hours!
Is this the same Maximus from Animal Planet's series about the Caucasian Shepherd? He is sooooo cooperative even when washing his face. So adorable!
@kuhen25~ This Maximus is a Leonberger, they originated in Germany. Caucasian Shepherd are from the Caucasus mountains of Eurasia. Both beautiful dogs, but Leo’s are probably more friendly and easygoing. 🐾🐶🐾
I own a Caucasian and there are some fake facts that you have said, Caucasians come from Russia, Caucasians are to aggressive to be socialized, that one was true, both breeds are easy going giants that take respect into their own hand or should I say Paws.
@@sylfae Lol what a stupid ass comment , we had a huge caucasian when I was little and it never caused any trouble.....they are sweet dogs if you know how to treat them , weak minded people should not own a caucasian
@@sylfae Not just that. Caucasian's Are MOSTLY for livestock guardians protecting livestock if you look into it. Im not Bs'ing on it, they are bred for mainly Livestock protection or home guarding
@@Muttisfinallyhere My source was Bing/Wiki. Georgia (Caucasus mountains), Armenia, Azerbaijan, Dagestan, Russia are the primary sources of the breed. Caucasian shepherds, as you know, require constant training to remember their one person is the Alpha. It is not a dog for someone with children, living in an apartment, who is gone to work all day. It will
require lots of exercise and a “job”, unless they are guarding livestock.
He's Maximus gorgeousness! His ears are delightful!
To think, this guy is still a BABY! sheesh. I love gentle giant breeds. Maximus is adorable.
So you are saying is cuteness is at maximum level
Not a baby, but still growing for sure.
such a gentle, sweet teddy bear
I used to have one she was the most gentle dog ever these dogs are the sweetest things ever I’m definitely getting another one at some point
I love how the care of the dog is #1. He got breaks, a cold environment, if I lived in your area, my pups would be scheduled on your books for the year!
I did my first Newfie last week. Never have I done a dog that was twice my weight lol. Took 5 hours to wash, dry, brush and trim him. But man was it worth it! He was such a sweet dog and Im happy to be able to groom him again in a few months.
LOL! 🤣 At 1:37, I completely misheard you, and thought you said, “I have groomed many f*cking dogs on this channel.”
You are ABSOLUTELY one special, dedicated, caring & loving women! St Francis is smiling and is sitting on your shoulder!
What a good boy he was - which is only lucky, as I can't imagine handling an unruly dog of this size... a gentle giant indeed!
Just hearing your explanation and what you take into consideration for each animal... Your service is worth every penny.
I just LOVE your commentary. . After 20 years Maximus was finally dried-- and tidied up his Grinch feet!!! This is my second time watching you work-- anyone can tell this is DEFINITELY your passion! Bless you♡
Maximus is such a lovely puppy 😁
The shot at around 1:23 in the video of you toweling his head was so adorable, he was lovin it.
I love these! We had a puppy one we used to see, near where we walk ours, with her fully grown big brother. I didn't see them for the longest time, then one day I see a Leonburger that looked familiar but not quite so dark in the face... then the dog I was thinking about appeared next to her and we realized at the same time we knew each other and 4 1/4 tons of fur came running towards me one of which still had her puppy brain and energy and remembered I would have treats!
I had a leonberger who reached the age of 13 before passing away. He was my best buddy, and I still miss him even 16 years later. RIP Max, you were the gentlest of giants. Leonbergers are just love disguised as fluffy bears
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That Leonberger drools way, waaay too much though. His diet should be looked into, I suspect he's given a sugary snack from time to time.
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For anyone who has a leonberger, or is looking to get one, a tip to deal with their massive furloss is to take a brush with you. Once a day after walking them, spend 2-3 minutes on just brushing them. hard/metal brush for the back, sides, and the chest below the neck, and a soft rubber brush for their legs, stomach, and side of the face. Do not ignore their front legs with the soft brush because you will be amazed how much fur comes off from that area. And if you live in a warm area, consider having them groomed around the end of spring because Leo's get REALLY warm during warm summer weather.
It's likely due to stress being at the groomers
@@GirlWithTheDogs That's what I thought also,my dog has a pant attack in any stressful situation.
@@GirlWithTheDogs Didnt take that into consideration, thats not impossible indeed.
I hope he felt comfortable soon, but Im assuming he was pretty zen and easy going with everything. They're by far my favorite breed of dogs in the world.
Memories! During my childhood and adolescence (near Leonberg, Germany...) my parents had three Leonbergers. The first one's favorite place was the back seat of my grandpa's car. She LOVED riding in the car! All loved swimming. And rolling in the fresh manure the farmers had put on their meadows...
That is one extremely well behaved and patient beast.
I have such deep respect for your attention to dogs' comfort, including (in this case) providing air conditioning in winter even when you're cold, plus time for water and breaks even though you started this appointment at 4 pm and no doubt would have been happy to get home. Thank you. We love you.
She sort of is home. Pretty sure the business is an add on to her house. Especially when the clips of the dogs running in a backyard are included.
What a good boy Maximus was! Also, Gibson is adorable.
Had one come into work the other day. I was in total awe of the ABSOLUTE UNIT that was a full grown dog of this breed.
This dogs constant panting sounded like a train chugging along, he looks great 💞🐾🐕 nice job!👌👍
Which he's likely doing because he's nervous and hot. 🥵
They're always hot, he's not nervous, these big bois are very smart.
Considering the size getting that to run and jump at you would certainly give you the feeming a train is going to run over you
I can't unhear that hahahahahaha
Her cooling system isn't enough for this dog.
O.M.G.!! What a work and what a dog! It seems the larger they come in size, gentler they are. No barking here, no fear, no singing, no escaping attempts. And Vanessa’s care and professional attitude towards her four legged clients is so special and praise worthy!
I said it a long time ago, but it's worth repeating. You truly do an outstanding job!! You love and care for the dogs really shows.
Such a good booooy! He chilled the whole time! Cutiepiiiee
Maximus is aptly named. I love that perpetual smile on his face. What a sweet cutie! His humans are VERY lucky!