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@futurekron
@futurekron 2 күн бұрын
Your last point (and all of them)is so true. The loss of our pets is the absolute worst! When my father passed, he had lived a long life, so I wasn't phased at all (plus, to be honest, I wasn't close with him at all). I'm still mourning for pets I had decades ago! Also, I've never used a clicker or treats for training. Just good ol' positive reinforcement.
@SoniaVelasquez-r8u
@SoniaVelasquez-r8u 2 күн бұрын
Isn’t cranberry really bad for dogs that it can kill them
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 2 күн бұрын
Cranberries are safe for dogs in small quantities. They are a great source of antioxidants and good for urinary tract health.
@SoniaVelasquez-r8u
@SoniaVelasquez-r8u Күн бұрын
@ oh ok thanks
@thinkinape849
@thinkinape849 2 күн бұрын
cnt express hw much do i agree with u. i think u make complete sense, nd which also shows that u truly care fr ur dogs. i do most of the things u said, nd everyone tells me i m being too sensitive while i think this is the right way to raise a dog. i wud like to add a couple things also. 1) make a small dog pack if u cud by involving other owners in ur neighborhood or simply let ur dog interact nd play with other street dogs while on walk. obviously, u hv to b careful abt it, esp in start or breeding season, to judge the possibility of a negative interaction or a fight nd local laws, bt it really adds meaning to their lives when they cn interact with member of their own species. otherwise its like not letting ur children interact with other children. its nt good fr their mental nd physical health. 2)try n give them off leash time during walks bt again check local laws. 3) using soaps nd shampoos made fr dogs, otherwise human soaps etc hv a strong smell nt thus it irritates them. 4) cleaning their paws regularly nd also ears esp if they hv floppy ears. 5) changing their food every nw nd then. 6) changing their walking routs every nw n then. 7) look fr their psychological needs as well, as nt waking them up during their deep sleep, judging if they want to b left alone or wants to interact, having atleast 2 dogs so they always hv company, nt shouting at them, bringing new toys etc
@Metrickulous
@Metrickulous 3 күн бұрын
I'd like to see how much all of the finished product weighs, how much volume it is, and the serving sizes you feed to your dogs
@bash3681
@bash3681 3 күн бұрын
Hi, I just tried this recipe with my dogs and they enjoyed it. But it gave them diarrhea. I’m guessing it will take some time to adjust? They were on kibble all these days. Or should I do half n half ? Pls lmk thanks
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 3 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear that! Sometimes it takes a few days to adjust, because the enzymes necessary for digesting the real food can be "asleep" after eating dry food for a while. I would recommend reducing the amount of food for a couple of days, adding a hard boiled egg once a day, and adding some canned pumpkin (1 tsp/10 lbs. of body weight). If things don't improve in 3-4 days, discontinue the homemade food, let a couple of weeks pass, and try again, or try mixing it into dry food little by little for week or so. I hope this works, it's a very worthy thing you're doing! 💖
@VanillaButtercreamFrosting
@VanillaButtercreamFrosting 3 күн бұрын
Good to know about trying the flea/tick pills once a year!!! I worry about those too.
@михаилматвеев-н1д
@михаилматвеев-н1д 3 күн бұрын
I liked how cupid thanks for the delicious food!
@mrigaanko
@mrigaanko 4 күн бұрын
Your videos are very well put together, edited and presented. Your techniques are also very clear. Thank you for taking the time and effort to make these videos. I hope you achieve your goals and continue to make such videos for us.
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 3 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! 💖
@newnanlady653
@newnanlady653 4 күн бұрын
Hi, do I need to be concerned about being fully vaccinated before I take my 12 week old puppy around town?
@VyachekLife
@VyachekLife 4 күн бұрын
Very interesting. Thanks!
@newnanlady653
@newnanlady653 5 күн бұрын
genius- " I use my voice instead of a clicker".
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 6 күн бұрын
I prefer complete raw for all breeds..❤
@CCOREY5
@CCOREY5 2 күн бұрын
Of course… but the cost of feeding large dogs completely raw is enormous. Now the cost of chicken and eggs is going up because of the bird flu. My 2 GSDs need 2.5 pounds of meat each, organs and bone, per day. Currently where I live the average cost of an inexpensive beef cut is $5.99 and chicken is $3.99. Heart and liver is around 4.99. Yes it depends on where you live too, but it still won’t be easy. That’s why we add veggies and things like sweet potatoes, oats or buckwheat. Dogs are scavengers and handle it well.
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 2 күн бұрын
@CCOREY5 i agree with you 💯
@trenasim6960
@trenasim6960 7 күн бұрын
New subscriber here. Thank you for sharing your valued thoughts with us it helps us to understand how our dogs live. I have one dog, an Aspin ( Filipino dog ) he's my first dog to take care since I'm retired from work. He's my companion at all times. He's so gentle and loving. And yeah I spoilt him with good food and everything.
@galinasheptikita4270
@galinasheptikita4270 7 күн бұрын
I m lucky to know this wonderful person. long time ago...in 2008 got a great puppy from Her cannel . During all years that we had our dog -we always had support, advice when called. She is the BEST, KNOWLEDGEABLE breeder.!!!❤
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
Galina, it's so great to hear from you! 💖
@galinasheptikita4270
@galinasheptikita4270 6 күн бұрын
@vonLotta 🥰
@evanshaw17
@evanshaw17 7 күн бұрын
Yes❤. My therapy dog I am a child psychologist Miguel JR English black Labrador lived healthily to 15 years 4 months. Not fixed fresh wholesome diet moderate careful exercise. He was amazing and a wonderful 😢 companion and family dog too
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
I'm so glad you had Miguel JR in your life for over 15 years! 💖
@CCOREY5
@CCOREY5 7 күн бұрын
What brand of dry kibble do you like when traveling for your gsds?
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 5 күн бұрын
I often switch from brand to brand. Lately, I've been using Taste of the Wild and Royal Canin GSD Puppy.
@CCOREY5
@CCOREY5 7 күн бұрын
It never doesn’t not amaze all over again how much coat they blow. She’s just as squirrelly as my female when I brush her.😂
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 5 күн бұрын
Can make an extra dog from all that fur! 😊
@Bodybuildingwatches
@Bodybuildingwatches 8 күн бұрын
Great video
@Pablito2466
@Pablito2466 8 күн бұрын
immense truths!!! could you tell us what is the drugs to avoid fleas?
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
I use Bravecto.
@JuliaG-h3i
@JuliaG-h3i 8 күн бұрын
Great topic! Great training advice!
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 7 күн бұрын
Appreciate it! 😊
@1581zebra
@1581zebra 8 күн бұрын
Agree about the “spoiling”. I won’t in the first year or so but as they get older I do more and more. The more he shows me he knows and respects our boundaries and his role, the more he gets spoiled.
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
Exactly!
@1581zebra
@1581zebra 8 күн бұрын
I’ve never understood the clicker thing. Your voice is better affirmation and it’s freely available at all times. 🤷‍♂️
@natasha83196
@natasha83196 8 күн бұрын
These are great lessons. Thank you for sharing.
@UtherFinucaneOConnel
@UtherFinucaneOConnel 8 күн бұрын
Hey, how is it going? I also don't trust veterinarians!
@bencorriveau1987
@bencorriveau1987 8 күн бұрын
Yes the treats tips is very true…..
@intothailand
@intothailand 8 күн бұрын
Wow, like a total Zen moment.This is really an important video for everyone considering a dog, or looking for guidance on understanding their dog. Your presentation is so peaceful it makes absorbing your message effortless. Great family scenario with hubby and the dog, and *beautiful* dogs. Thank you.
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
Thank you I appreciate your kind words 😊
@eryngros6388
@eryngros6388 8 күн бұрын
Yulia, another great video full of well articulated and substantiated insights and great advice! I have reached the end of the internet researching the preventatives, as I am as wary about the potential ill effects as you are. May I ask which tables you decided to use for your dogs, both flee/tick and heartworm prevention? Thank you!!
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
I use Bravecto for fleas and ticks and ivermectin (Heartgard) for heart worm.
@eryngros6388
@eryngros6388 8 күн бұрын
Fantastic video! Thank you for taking the time to break down the steps involved in the training - its so helpful and I have never come across such a detailed and easy to follow explanation on the subject. Waiting for your next video!
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 7 күн бұрын
You’re very welcome! I’m so glad you found it helpful. 💖
@eryngros6388
@eryngros6388 8 күн бұрын
Hi Yulia, Thank you for a very informative video full of great information, clear instructions and wonderful delivery. I've just discovered your channel and binge watched it :). Love your videos!! Thank you and please keep on posting your awesome videos.
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for your support and encouragement! 💖
@alejadr3580
@alejadr3580 9 күн бұрын
Hi ! Very good video and helpful info. I have a question, what can I do if my dog is already an adult?
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 7 күн бұрын
Great question! I would still play the Hide and seek and running off for a fast recall games, to strengthen the connection, and to show or reinforce that running towards your voice is a great fun. But I would not let them off leash in a park, if your recall is not on point yet. I'd recommend working with a trainer, because adult dogs are so different, and it's important to see the dog's behavior to know how to help.
@deanbalouris330
@deanbalouris330 9 күн бұрын
It’s refreshing to hear from a dog enthusiast who has a clear understanding of what a dog is and what a relationship with a dog should be. I have been involved in Schutzhund training all of my adult life. It’s a passion that long ago pulled me in and informed my outlook on so many things. I congratulate you on coming to this understanding of your canine companions.
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
I am so glad you enjoyed the video! SchH is awesome! 💖
@Kasonas
@Kasonas 9 күн бұрын
My Yakutian Laika only had one ear come up, so I had to tape the other one. Less than three days later his ear stayed up on his own. 😊
@antonberg7472
@antonberg7472 9 күн бұрын
great video, very concrete and clear instructions! especially all the "what if x happens" scenarios. it helps a great deal since most of us will fail from time to time and need to know how to handle that well
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 7 күн бұрын
I'm so glad if it helps! 🐾
@beautybuffet101
@beautybuffet101 9 күн бұрын
Amazing video! Completely agree with everything you discussed. Unfortunately, some things I learned the hard way. I just discovered your channel and am looking forward to going through all of your content. Thank you ❤from 🇨🇦
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 6 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! 💖
@cbgearypnw25
@cbgearypnw25 9 күн бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you!
@carlandelie
@carlandelie 9 күн бұрын
more recipes please ! love this!
@taniaholzermaneso6487
@taniaholzermaneso6487 9 күн бұрын
How do you calculate how much of this recipe to feed your dog? Is there a difference based on if they are still growing or full grown?
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 9 күн бұрын
For adults, it is recommended to start with 1 cup of homemade food per 10 lbs. of dog's body weight. And then monitor their weight and adjust accordingly. It's trickier with puppies. I have to constantly tweak the amount because they grow so fast. Also we need to remember to be careful with Calcium for puppies - their needs for Calcium are higher than that of the adults.
@taniaholzermaneso6487
@taniaholzermaneso6487 9 күн бұрын
Is that based on feeding once or twice a day?
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 9 күн бұрын
@@taniaholzermaneso6487 The 1 cup/10 lbs. amount is per day. So if you have a 20 lbs. adult dog, you could feed her 2 cups once a day, or 1 cup twice a day.
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 9 күн бұрын
If possible kindly make video on which brushes are best to groom short hair gsds...😊
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 9 күн бұрын
@vonLotta i saw this video. Do you prefer normal slicker brush for regular grooming? Do you prefer any other for show grooming?
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 9 күн бұрын
Sorry, I just realized that. 😊 I prefer the slicker brush, as it seems to catch the loose undercoat the best. Both for every-day grooming, and for show prep. The Furminator type brushes can cut the outer coat and make the GSD fur look dull. Gotta be careful with those. I will be making a video on brush comparisons as well.
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 9 күн бұрын
@vonLotta thank you so much for your concern and reply ❤️. Will be helpful because in marcket so many types of brushes are thr and often people get confused 😕. Thanks once again 😊
@stephenross4333
@stephenross4333 9 күн бұрын
Also agreed - the loss of our last dog was particularly tough for us, and it was much worse than the loss of both of my elderly parents.
@stephenross4333
@stephenross4333 9 күн бұрын
We learned the same thing about vets and don't blindly trust all their recommendations any longer. In the current business model of big Vet corporations, they push lots and lots of tests and expensive diagnostics. With one illness, there were two possible diagnosis. One required a $5,000 MRI and would require neurologic surgery. The other diagnosis was a possible ear infection requiring a $120 medicine. We treated for the ear infection and the problem resolved on its own.
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 9 күн бұрын
So healthy food...all look beautiful 😍
@Kp26302
@Kp26302 9 күн бұрын
Agreed 👍 ❤
@stephenross4333
@stephenross4333 9 күн бұрын
I agree - it makes sense that a flea/tick 'treatment' that last 30 days in the pets body, killing fleas & ticks all that time is a suspected toxin.
@PatriciaXX
@PatriciaXX 9 күн бұрын
Dogs need nutrients not ingredients so I don’t get why vegetarian food for dogs is a very bad idea
@hectorgarcia5519
@hectorgarcia5519 9 күн бұрын
No treats, no long leash, just like all the other trainers, you really understand what it's like to bond with dogs. I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Thanks!!
@johnmoore3278
@johnmoore3278 9 күн бұрын
I was thinking the same thing!
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 9 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! 💖
@olgazhovanyk5457
@olgazhovanyk5457 10 күн бұрын
Great video! This training techniques are clear and easy to follow. Love how patient and positive the approach is👍
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 9 күн бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you found the video helpful 😊
@marielouisemulder4647
@marielouisemulder4647 9 күн бұрын
perfect explanation ❤thank you.......outstanding dogs......lovely to watch...
@yurisheptikita8971
@yurisheptikita8971 10 күн бұрын
Мы соскучились!
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 10 күн бұрын
Me too!
@михаилматвеев-н1д
@михаилматвеев-н1д 10 күн бұрын
Many thanks!
@vonLotta
@vonLotta 10 күн бұрын
You are very welcome! I hope it helps!
@naturewatcher7596
@naturewatcher7596 10 күн бұрын
What canines eat in the wilderness? Carrots? Spinach? Rice? Pumpkins? No. Just animals: meat, bones and internal organs. So, I doubt that plant food is beneficial for their health, but it is added in the dog food to keep the cost down.
@CeriLong
@CeriLong 9 күн бұрын
My understanding is that when they eat a prey animal, they often eat the stomach contents too. It provides fiber and bulk to help their digestion. They will also eat grass for similar reasons. They will also eat things like berries etc occasionally. So while I agree that the majority of their diet is definitely meat and offal, some plant matter is normal and helpful. We just have the advantage of providing them with better tasting and more nutritious ones!
@CCOREY5
@CCOREY5 8 күн бұрын
Yeah it’s to keep the cost down. Same with raw feeding or cooking for your dog. When you have several German Shepherds that eat around 2 to 2.5 pounds of meat (+organs and bone) per day…rarely can people afford that. So yes, I mix in vegetables to stretch it., and sometimes buckwheat and oats. Dogs are no longer 100% wolf like, they can digest a certain amount of carbs (steamed, cooked or blended up). I have two GSDs and it costs a fortune to feed 100% raw.
@brendad7559
@brendad7559 10 күн бұрын
I just came across your channel. We have 2 Belgian Malinios, we train for IGP. Our male is 5 and female is 2. I love your tips, I completely agree.❤ When I train our dogs, people stop and watch. I didn't understand until I saw a woman training her Dutchie one day. Women training strong dogs is a beautiful, powerful thing, and I'm here for it! Must go binge watch all your other videos now. 😂