Dog training collar with remote + what is the difference between shock collar and e collar

[@tomdavisofficial]

This session is a reenactment of a REAL session we've had here at the UCA!!!!

[@eaglelove00]

I’m glad to see this. This was clearly acting in this video. I appreciate you clarifying.

[@FreddyKrugerGloves]

Haha xD i was about to say xD Good reenactment tho ;p

[@rodrigosoto1168]

I’m happy you clarify because they look like bad paid actors 😂😂

[@MikeMacYT]

I thought the acting was fine. If it's very close to what happened, I'd have to ask the guy "how could you bring your dog so far (as you said) without researching Tom's work enough to know, not only that he uses remote collars, but that they aren't 'shock collars'?" Customer fail.

[@jcg1272]

Thanks for clarifying. Why not have a disclaimer at the beginning?

[@Mary-fw6on]

The first time I watched this, I researched trainers in my area and found one who loved teaching e-collar training. Now my dog can go off leash in our 5 acre area and I don’t have to panic. We work on her training every day. We still have things to work on but she is so much happier and I am so much more relaxed. Best thing I ever did!

[@EvesPlanet]

Which e collar you use?

[@juliannafrishkorn8456]

All about introduction and proper use. Thats why this is a great great video!!!

[@auguuusttt]

I’m glad everything is going well with you, wish you well!!

[@rugeramerican308]

in my country e collars are illegal....

[@MustyChalupa]

@@rugeramerican308 I would just use it and take that fine

[@selleigreta5593]

The last day I went hiking with my dog And as I was sitting down a Vizsla came closer to us,out of curiosity. She was off leash and she behaved fine,but when the owner called maybe like two times but she kept ignoring, that's when the owner used an e-collar. The dog didn't seem to be in pain,simply refocused and went straight back to her owner. I think this is quite a good example of how useful this tool really is.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Gréta Sellei thank you so much for that insight, thanks for watching.

[@brittany3891]

Lol so it's simply a band-aid for people who don't want to legitimately train their dogs to listen. If the dog was truly trained it would've listened to her voice.

[@huntress1812]

@@brittany3891 It's not that their dog isn't "truly trained". My dog is very well behaved, highly intelligent, and trained very well. Yet, when he sees a squirrel in the backyard, all bets are off.. He knows the training like the back of his paw, but when his instincts kick in and he tunnel visions, he just doesn't *hear* me. But as soon as that squirrel climbs over the fence and my dog can't see him anymore, he's like "oh hey what's up" and listens again haha.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Brittany lol no literally couldn’t be further from that. Watch the video and get back to me.

[@XX-sv3qu]

@@brittany3891 the level of ignorance in this comment is amazing

[@livingawesome9856]

My dog was trained 15 years ago, we didn’t have this tool, but he had excellent recall…. Until that one time that he didn’t. He suddenly ducked under our fence, ran into the street and hit by a car. It was horrible. He survived, but any tool that can prevent anyone from going through this is worth it. And even 10 years later, that scene haunts me. He’s an old boy now and lived a long wonderful life, on a leash.

[@Kate98755]

years ago i used a dog trainer, her rotties were so well trained, she said she never unleashes them in the open because they’re still dogs and could get roused and chase a bird, squirrel and then get hit…obviously out in the country is different

[@WildWestNeko]

In the 90s i used a slingshot to train my dog's recall, and I wasn't the only one doing so. There was no dog trainers and resources weren't available. I had to figure things out myself, and growing up in rural Europe I observed a greater use of the stick than the carrot. I'm glad that more humane methods have come along, and information is readily available.

[@grt49er]

I had a Jack Russell dig under wood privacy fence during storm while we were not home. We had a dog house on patio under a roof. This just a storm panic thing. We got home and dog was back in yard, covered in mud, and shaking at door to come in. Inside it was obvious dog was hurt. She had escaped. Ran into road and got hit. Got back in fence by crawling under fence with a shattered hip. The fence had been upgraded multiple times before this. Rocks around fence. Heavy pavers around fence. Chicken wire attached to bottom and laying buried to prevent digging up tp 3 feet from fence. Dog still got out. After accident I cut a doggy door to allow free movement. That completely fixed it.

[@nmartin5551]

You lived my nightmare! I’m so sorry, but I’m glad your pooch survived.

[@lupelerma4487]

Ty for sharing.

[@mbutler8362]

I'm pro e-collar and want to thank you for putting this info out there to educate dog owners on using this tool!!! I use to be against the "shock collar" due to to lack of knowledge and after working with a local knowledgeable dog trainer here in TX, I fully understand the correct way to use this tool and not be afraid of it. Now my almost 2yr old pitty heels from really long distances without even touching the e-collar. It has also helped to sharpen his basic obedience training he has received and now protective training. THANK YOU

[@dabailey1000]

My dog was in a shelter out of control. Did a board and train with e-collar and it saved her life. ❤️

[@codyclick2099]

You should still be against a shock collar , if you're not against a shock collar than you're a piece of shit An e color is different

[@Brave133]

I’m in TX. What trainer did you use?

[@aina3387]

Who and where in TX?

[@jenniferruth812]

I’d also like to know which trainer you used. I’m NW of San Antonio

[@terryvalentic6382]

I also put the e-collar on myself and my husband before we ever used it with our dog. It is a fantastic tool used correctly.

[@tomdavisofficial]

100% , thanks Terry

[@countryrat6t6]

Yes! I did this with the prong collar we used to help leash train one of my dogs. Nothing else worked and we went to a set of training classes and the trainer recommended the prong collar for us. He explained it well, so we got one. I was still a little uncomfortable using it on my dog so I put it on myself first to see what it was like. When people see my dog with a prong collar on, if they say something, it's always a negative reaction. I tell them what the trainer told us about it and that I tested it on myself and it seems to at least soften their opposition to the device.

[@shaunacampbell5606]

Terry Valentic did your husband clean the toilet with the collar on?

[@terryvalentic6382]

Shauna Campbell I'm sorry I don't understand your comment. It makes no sense to me.

[@shaunacampbell5606]

Terry Valentic it was a joke. Training the husband to clean the toilet with the collar on. I apologize.

[@adventurepak6798]

Even if this is a skit video it is a very cool way of teaching about the collar! Great info!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thank you, there is 0 difference between this and a normal session here at the UCA.Thanks for watching

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@@tomdavisofficial I believe it. Ppl are off the hook today. Bless you

[@raeesstemmet9656]

That guy seems to be on edge. Give him a collar....

[@durch2237]

I totally understand if all you know is old school shock collars, im so glad this human got his mind changed!!!!❤

[@10zen]

@@raeesstemmet9656 😂 😂 😂

So glad someone is talking about this! It's important that people know that a remote collar can save dog's lives and that you need the proper guidance to make correct use of them. Congrats!

[@autumnhaga2282]

My dog is SEVERELY reactive. And very stubborn. Idk how many times an e collar stopped her from lunging (make her lay down) and getting hit by cars.

[@josephanthonyrivas]

My question is. In the future will you still need the remote collar in order for your dog to walk outside with out a leash ?

@@josephanthonyrivas I always have them wear it but that doesn't mean I use it. Your never know when something unexpected is going to happen and you'll need it so at least for me it's like a safety net. It's important to work really carefully with this tool in the beginning, preferably with a professional dog trainer so as not to mess it up, once you've passed that stage you'll probably won't have to make much use of it. In my case, my dogs wear it when we go out, and specially when I know I'll let them loose, if I see behaviour that could end up in something risky, all I have to do is click on the beep button as a warning and they know they have to stop it and only if they don't stop I use shock button. I would say that out of 100 beeps 2 of them end up on the shock button. This is why it's so important to get help when setting all of this up because if done incorrectly, it might even end up in a dog getting used to the stimulus and completely ignoring you, or reacting totally opposite to what we want. It works when they're socializing too, for example, one of my dogs has this issue of (sorry to say this) wanting to hump on all of the dogs he meets, it used to bring us a lot of trouble because quite often it would end in fights. Now with the shock collar all I do is send a beep when I see his intentions before he starts with that unwanted behavior. One day, in a public park, a woman's dog was so annoying because he kept trying to hump on mine, I swear he kept harassing him and other dogs as well... when the lady finally came to get him off my dog, she pointed at my dogs ecollar and made a comment that I was being abusive by using that on my dog. I didn't say anything, she just left angry and minutes later another dog bit hers badly because she wasn't able to control his dog's annoying behavior. So the way I see it, I'd rather teach my dog well and rarely use that tool but have it handy because dogs are living beings and they are bound to react differently according to the situation and we all know life enjoys surprising us!

[@kjroehm12]

@@josephanthonyrivas anytime there are cars and I want to have my dog off leash, we use the ecollar. I can trust her in certain situations, but I like having the ecollar because the stimulation can travel much farther than my voice.

[@BEAUTYnIQ]

@@josephanthonyrivas . yes . a dog can "forget" but the collar gives a BEEP, then a VIBRATION, then a STIMULI (yes a static 'shock', much like rubbing your feet on the carpet in winter and then touching the TV ..) usually the BEEP is all it takes for them to "remember" real quick ..

[@lisawork7405]

So many comments of people thinking they’re keyboard professional dog trainers now 🤦🏼‍♀️ “I would have done this-I would have done that” or “why didn’t you just...” Guys-Watch-LISTEN-learn for your dogs sake! Great job Tom!

[@jenniferpepler5843]

Great Video Tom! This scenario is NOT an isolated event. Who cares it was a reenactment! It contains great info and you did a great job of educating with patience and understanding. Good for you for not just walking away as I am sure you get tired of repeating yourself day in and day out. But because it is so important, you take the time. I will thank you on behalf of the dogs whose lives will be saved because ppl decided to consider an e-collar from seeing the benefit and realize the dog is not being hurt. An e-collar saved the dog I rescued. We were doing great on every aspect of training, including recall. That was until my horses decided to go for a run. The dog's pray drive kicked in and there was no way she was coming back to me! She then found this to be a fun game. It got to the point where my very tolerant horses were starting to kick at her. She got a good boot from one of the horses one day. I was so happy, because it was hard enough it got her attention and she came back to me yelping. But it wasn't a bad enough kick to seriously harm her. At this point most dogs would have a healthy respect for horses after that kick and would no longer chase horses. It was a perfect scenario that I felt would now keep her safe. I was wrong. The next day she was back chasing and nipping at the horses. So my only other option until I could find her a new home was an e-collar. It took some time for it to no longer be an issue, but it did work! I don't know what I would have done if an e-collar wasn't an option. I truly believe it saved her life because it was only a matter of time before she got a blow to the head. She found a loving home and is doing great to this day. The outcome would have been very different otherwise.

[@tomdavisofficial]

SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK!! THANK YOU!!

[@katekelley7430]

It is, as well as your others, a great video

[@annad5529]

The E-collar or I just say shock collar, I am not politically correct, lol, has helped me Tremendously, I did not use the think E or Pinch Collars were really all that helpful but I have changed my mind!!! I've had friends who think I am horrible for using these collars, my reply is that my dogs Love it when I get the E- /shock collars out as they know we're gonna outside for a walk ect,(I use sport dog brand and as it says on the instructions the setting you use depends on the STUBBORNESS of your dog!) So anyways, some of my friends reactions, I tell them living out on the farm and having neighbors with all kinds of livestock, plus we have all sorts of wildlife going through our Property too, I will not risk my dogs being SHOT DEAD, OR SERIOUSLY WOUNDED because their brain checked out while chasing other animals, a shock is much better! And I've been on the other side, have had people who are not responsible for their dogs letting them run and after 2 warnings, so my husband had to take care of the issue. And people have the right to shoot dogs chasing wildlife on their private property. It has also helped my dogs, especially my 11 1/2 yr old GSD get use to cats, my husband has 4 cats, my dog had never been around cats, so at 9 yrs old that was Interesting we have goats now too, and the neighbors run their cattle in here in the spring and other neighbors, horses n mules, so, what a life saver and as I am disabled, it has helped me so much when walking and letting my dogs have Freedom to run and explore as I can't walk for an hour or 2 anymore. I get so frustrated when people don't like to try theses tools and or don't even care enough about their dogs/pets, (I'm thinking about using a collar on 1 of our Ornery goats, haha!!) to TRY before getting rid of them! And thank you Upstate Canine Academy for all that you do!!!! I wish that there were trainers like you here in the PNW!!!

[@JustinAEgan]

@@annad5529 + ... I get so frustrated when people don't like to try theses tools and or don't even care enough about their dogs/pets, (I'm thinking about using a collar on 1 of our Ornery goats, haha!!) to TRY before getting rid of them! … I understand Why' - you ask people to refrain from 'judgment' - when trying to explain use of new tools, like e-collar, shock collar. Its like, to you, they have made up their mind without ever giving it a chance. Probably very frustrating from your point of view? Did you talk, I mean - really talk - with the dog breeder/source of your "pet"? There are way too many people who "want" a working dog; but are unwilling to invest the time it takes to bond with the dog. Example: I want a (working bred) GSD, but I live in condo community, no park, no fence backyard, and 3 kids - under 10 years old, with lots of friends coming in and out al the time … so I need to force the dog to accept living in an environment it is "Not" predisposed to accept...so it must submit? How about choosing the proper dog to fit the need rather than forcing inappropriate behavior from a dog - who was genetically bred to behave in just the way you.. are truing to suppress? I want a smoot riding "Pickup truck" with great gas mileage … that is easy to park and maneuverable in traffic, hauls 4 tons, while towing 15 ton. Is that "asking for too much"? The issue is bad choices, in the first place - nothing wrong with the dog - it was bred to take charge, investigate strange creatures in its territory and "Think independently, if you are not around". Why get an aggressive dog breed, when you don't have the time, space or physical ability to control it? In other words - maybe its like a fashion choice: you can't mix stripes with poka dots or bikini's and fur coats?

[@annad5529]

@@JustinAEgan I so agree with some of what you said, and I hope I can express myself clearly as, my thoughts can get ahead of me and I lose track ect. I have had GSD's for the 38 yrs, my very 1st one was a rescue she was approx. 3 yrs old according to my Vet, his best guess,, she was picked up as a stray, would go sit on peoples steps so the dog catcher couldn't get her, then the people I got her from rescued her, took 3 men to get her in the car, so, my question regarding her was, did she Love children as my 2 were 3 and under, so I took her, at that time I lived on a 200 acre, she was an Awesome dog, apparently already trained, healed on the walk, when horseback riding would heal, ect, she Loved Children, baby animals, and was Very well behaved anywhere, also could be Very Protective when needed, she was a THINKER! She really spoiled me it was like she could read my mind!!!! That being said ANY DOG ANY SIZE can be aggressive if not properly trained, doesn't matter the size or the breed and sometimes it's Genetics, most often it is people don't want to take the TIME to TRAIN their dogs (and their children for that matter). Oh and my 1 1 1/2 Yr old GSD, he's huge, Adores Children, and is Very Social, when we go Square Dancing at the Senior Center ( I won't be taking him anymore as it's a long day/drive and to difficult for him) I wrap his Leash in his Harness and he WORKS THE ROOM, as in goes and says HI TO EVERYONE!!! He's a talker and Loves his butt scratched and treats, and yet, he knows when some one is Dangerous, and will protect me when I was threatened. So in my humble opinion dogs are so much like people. oh and my now 1 1/2 yr old GSD is very shy/fearful, doesn't want to say hi, just wants to be with me. And that's another reason why I use a shock collar when out walkin to keep that youngster from playing to rough with the old dog as he has knocked him down. We all have different perspectives, hope I made sense, sorry so long winded! Hope you can find a Wonderful dog!!!

[@vegasmainiac7745]

She’s afraid of her own husband because of his aggressive responses. He’s trained her to be afraid. Maybe he needs some remote collar training. Great job explaining how their used!

[@dfpww]

It’s fake

[@willshaw3561]

He is a swat officer

[@skullhead2327]

Donny explain me how it is fake. If your thinking all his videos are fake your stupid. By that logic the videos where the dog actually charges at him and try and bite or hit him he let the dog do that and got the dog to do that. If that’s what you think your a complete idiot

[@dfpww]

Skull Head I think it is acting some people’s opinions on the collar. By doing this it is showing people the difference without having to show the real reactions of people who disagree. If it’s not then fair enough but it seemed like acting to me.

[@skullhead2327]

Donny oh okay I thought originally you meant all of it was faked by bad

[@mjsdogtraining2191]

Love educating people on the differences of shock vs E collars. People still think they're being used like they were way back when, when painful shocks were the only option.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Right, thanks for watching!

[@michaelmunoz3757]

E collar vs shock. Same thing. They do the same just a nicer name. I get advocating for the equipment in a positive manner. Like he stated in the video it's used at low levels. But at the end of the day they're same same

[@rise8925]

Michael Munoz Yes they are the same but when people hear “shock collar” they automatically think it will be painful

[@BobSisson]

I have been training hunting dogs for over 60 years. This individual is definitely TEACHING THE OLD MAN. Great job.

[@Bigglesman96]

Ok but let's be honest, even the dog is an actor 😂

[@tomdavisofficial]

haha!

[@paulwilliams819]

Agree......this even sounded scripted. I still like his videos.

[@sweett5896]

Yes for sure not the actual ppl maybe a reenactment but definitely not real! Lol not the best acting but at least it serves a purpose I guess.

[@erikarain769]

So happy other people caught onto this 😂

[@samigoB43]

Im not only one who felt this is scripted acting.

[@merlehester113]

You got a lot more strength of resistance. I would have told than man to get out, like right now. !!! Great job man

[@1394ghostman]

yep, especially if this was real, and not just actors playing the part. haha, so make believe, honestly dont think the couple is even an actual couple, let alone married. but, that being said, i still watched the vid because the topic was intresting, and thumbs upped because i appreciate the time that was taken to get a point acrossed.

[@GlynTaylor]

It was fake, they are actors. And if it was real, he should of asked permission and explained first. Besides the pushing (and bad acting), the guy reacted in a normal way

[@PhlavaReacts2]

@@1394ghostman Agreed, the woman was over the top in her acting...Not a real couple. However, good to show what the remote collar was about

[@pandabear631]

I don’t mind the staged situations..maybe your trying to recreate a previously experienced situation...but don’t click bait people! I love your channel but I hate being treated like a reality show f$€k boy! There’s no need for it you’re talented enough not to have to rely on fake when you present fact. Sorry just a pet peeve...pun intended.

[@mslove3]

@@pandabear631 I agree with you. But in this case in particular I don't see any click bait. In the description as well he says they are reenacting what actually happened in a real situation.

[@raymondschneider5217]

Tom, with someone that is "reactive" like the male owner, would it be more helpful to demo the e-collar BEFORE using it on the dog? They "might" have a better understanding of what the dog is feeling. Enjoy your work a lot, Tom. Y'all Be Safe!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Raymond Schneider thanks Ray!

[@margaretmeaker2830]

Yes I agree.. demo it directly on the owner first so that they can the tingle themselves. And what's quite interesting is that sometimes the level.u first feel something is higher than the level than the "working level" needed for ur dog..

[@InsideTheDogWorld]

It's scripted guys 😅

[@tailormade717]

Raymond Schneider I really think this reaction caught Tom off guard. It’s easy to say what he should’ve done different after watching the video, but he was thinking on his feet and he didn’t pretty bloody well considering this guy was willing to physically threaten him.

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@@InsideTheDogWorld could be, but this kind of interaction goes on daily where I live... Ppl are complete idiots, they come to you for advice, or to work with them and then they tell you how you don't know shit about your business before even seeing the results of what we are trying to accomplish, or listening to why what we are saying works, and works best. I've had so many ppl tell me how to do their hair, chemically for instance, with colors, and I tell them how wildly off they are, they arrogantly tell me they know their hair and this is how it's done, and then we have to fix it with a protocol far more complicated than my original plan, which would have achieved what they were attempting. I have grown past allowing this anymore as I don't have time to "mess up" a client's hair the way they want me to and then have to take four more hours later to fix it.... So yeah... Scripted or not, assholes around every bend....

[@jackwilson9956]

TOM I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I think you did an extraordinary job winning the angry owners over with the remote collar & actually demonstrate what the dog feels, you gained their trust. Owners needs to understand that dogs need pack leaders & structure. Once owners learn how their dogs think & remember what's natural for them, we will be better owners.

[@tinamartin1267]

In this scenario, why wouldn’t you start off by saying “it’s more of a vibration rather than shock”....wouldn’t that ease the owner’s mind quicker?

[@jessicariggi4482]

That's how my trainer introduced it to me. My trainer actually made me wear it in my palm. It's not a shock. It allows me to communicate to my dog that keep her safe.

[@iyamwhatiyam547]

Tina Martin it’s a shock collar, that has low setting thats like a vibration. He was being honest. And it worked👍

[@jennysam3929]

Because this is a totally fake scenario with fake clients created to make drama oh, this is not for intelligent education.

[@bigdmed955]

That's exactly my point. And yes it's an acting video for him to promote what he believes it's right and to get high sales. Good ploy but transparent dude

[@user-hv9mk5ds4i]

That's where I would start along with offering it to the owner first to try.. There is no way your putting something on my dog without me feeling what she would feel first. You can tell me all day long but show me!

[@sarahskye2215]

Wow, I always thought e collars = shock collars. Thank you for explaining.

[@tomdavisofficial]

YES Thank you!

[@em2984]

x Same! I did up until a few months ago, I’m actually planning on getting my dog one soon for and recal

[@ctvwrest]

99 percent of the people I run into always think my dog has a shock collar. Most of the time I just say "it's the same as the physical therapy machine, just with a remote. Not a shock". With family I always put it in their hand on my dogs level and they can never feel it ( E collar ET300) on level 8

[@heather-jeanvandenberg1961]

Just like a brake pedal and a kill switch both technically slow a car down but are completely diffrent things. So yes shock collars can look like e collars but the way they work and how the dog ends up feeling are night and day. Shock collars hurt to get a dogs attention. E collars get their attention in a much diffrent way that does not hurt them. If you statred to high from not undestanding it would be just as shocking as a human comming up and suddenly shaking your arm not enough to hurt but violently enough to scare the piss out of you. You as a oerson would scream in fright and a dog most likley yelps in fright. But a yelp of shock and of non stop pain are a very different kind of noise. If you have ever had the horror of seing a dog hit by car but not killed outright. That is a yelp of pain. I can hear it forever just thinking of the moment. A yelp of a missused ecollar never sounds like that. A missused shock collar certainly does have that horrible quality. Please never use a shock collar even on a person. But im certainly tempted when i hear of or see someone use one on their own dog.

[@barrytackett3374]

I've been so apprehensive about the e- collar after watching several of your videos I believe I'm sold. You are so impressive with your knowledge of dogs and training ability. Thanks from Ohio

[@sarawilliams815]

My dad actually trained both our dogs with electric collars. We dont use shocking because they are responsive enough to the sound of a beep or vibration the collar makes. It's very rare to use a shock and even then it's the lowest setting so they arent harmed. He gets compliments from neighbors all the time about how well trained they are

[@aina3387]

The vibration is a little strong for my dogs and one hates the beep, so I'm thinking about using the lowest level shock instead. I think they are just too sensitive.

[@justbeyout]

You're an God send for ALL dogs and their owner alike. I have used and still do on my GSD when necessary and ALWAYS have it on when he is outside around other folks including babies and children and heavy traffic. You never know. People ask me ALL the time. HOW did you get your GSD to be SO well behaved? I've also LITERALLY had people STOP me in public and tell me how much they wish their GSD was so well behaved. These collars are AMAZING. I am a native of Saratoga Springs and have also lived in CP and it's EXTRA nice to see someone SO close by doing EXCELLENT work with dogs and their owners. God BLESS you my friend.

[@dylanmaclean7485]

harder to train the owners than the dog, I'm still learning myself!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Always a student!

[@carolframe1743]

Ditto

[@ya_boi_cribs1256]

Yeah, my mom was uneducated on prongs, I said when her/my dog finished training a prong would work great for him

[@Ingaingaweloveanimals]

Same

[@abhishekgulia3196]

@@tomdavisofficial bro if I buy a male rottwieler and train him from the day I bring him will he be aggressive ?? Love from india

[@gru8177]

Thank you so much for making this video. I have been told by a few people that E collars aren't bad, but nobody would explain to me why they aren't bad. I'm getting a dog in a few days, and I'm so happy I'm educated on this topic now. Thank you so much!

[@nicschu456]

This is what makes a good dog trainer- you have to be good with human communication too.👍

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Nic

[@VioletHeyoka]

Very true. Also, you can train the dog for them... BUT you also have to train the people on how to take over and use the tools when they go home.

[@disco324]

As I say, training dogs is easy, training humans is hard.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Yess!

[@Sharetheroad3333]

This was obviously fake

[@Bellwolf06]

@@Sharetheroad3333 who cares if it was fake, it shared great information.

[@VioletHeyoka]

Truth!!

[@mikec9788]

Cesar millan said this lol stfu 😂

[@bethschell5476]

Tom- this is what makes you an excellent dog trainer- patience, perseverance and calm. You handled the situation in the proper fashion and probably saved that beautiful dogs life in the long run. Well done!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Beth!

[@PieraB]

You are such a phenomenal dog trainer and people trainer! Your level of professionalism and emotional intelligence is truly commendable. You were able to connect emotionally and with the facts about the benefits of a tool that is so misunderstood and also misused. Thank you for being such a gift to dogs and their owners!

[@LauraRaeRae]

To “Purely Positive” only people: I want to share a story. My dog is, now was, highly food aggressive. Has been since she was a puppy. She also has confidence issues and high anxiety. One day. During me trying to purely positive train, I got bit. She barely missed my eye. At that point...I knew. Something had to change. I had been working with her professionally and everyday, personally, with “pure positive” training for TWO YEARS. IT WAS NOT WORKING. eventually, I knew there was two options: putting her down OR try a new style of training. I found someone who does e-collar work and let me say...it not only helped her confidence and anxiety but it gave me a tool, as the owner, to effectively communicate with her. It changed our lives and saved hers. 1. Her aggression issues have all but disappeared towards strangers and people touching her. 2. She can now RELAX and be a normal dog. She doesn’t have to feel like she needs to be on alert all the time. 3. Her food aggression issues get better EVERY SINGLE DAY. Because, I have a tool to safely and effectively communicate with her. 4. I spent two years working to get to the point, that three weeks of training with an e-collar got me to. 5. DON’T SPREAD FAKE NEWS. If you are simply against E-Collars because you think it’s abusive. Try having to decide to put your dog down, because no other training worked for you. 6. Pure positive might work for some dogs, but not all. 7. I would rather my dog be in for a moment of uncomfortable sensation than be hit by car, mauled by a bear, or what ever other situation they might find themselves in, that their prey drive takes over and you don’t matter. I guarantee, if I did a poll of purely positive trainers and asked how many of them are training dogs to live in cities...the majority would say yes. I don’t live in a city. I live in the woods. Deer, bear, coyotes, mountain lions, SKUNKS, and other wild animals are around. E-collar work has given us the freedom of off-leash walks, without the problem of her chasing those animals. Mind you, she always came back, but only after the chase was done. With that, her recall had always been great...if I could catch her before she saw the animal first. Once she saw that animal. Prey drive kicked in and she was in for the chase. All the E-collar does, and only if I need it now, is remind her to listen. And I repeat IT DOES NOT HURT. Stop spreading bad information...it only hurts the same animals we all love.

[@kindrahammons7247]

Thank you for sharing. ☺ it's scary when you have a decision like that. Props for finding a way.

[@LauraRaeRae]

Doug L proof is in the pudding Doug. OBVIOUSLY you didn’t read the whole post. And your comment makes no sense. Mensa is a high IQ Society. So you’re trying to be insulting by saying I’m a part of a community that tests for level of IQ.

[@Casual_Stroll]

@@LauraRaeRae I'm not a professional dog trainer but I've listened to both sides of e-collars (for and against) and the thing that I've never seen a proper explanation for is in your post: "With that, her recall had always been great...if I could catch her before she saw the animal first. Once she saw that animal. Prey drive kicked in and she was in for the chase. All the E-collar does, and only if I need it now, is remind her to listen. And I repeat IT DOES NOT HURT. " If it doesn't hurt, then it must be fairly mild, in which case, what is the difference between that and your voice? If it doesn't hurt that means you did some excercises teaching your dog that vibration = look at me with a positive association, so even mid prey drive they are being interrupted. I don't see how you couldn't do the same with your voice. I'm currently raising a pup myself and doing recall exercises with my voice only and it's going quite well. Just the other day I was able to my dog to follow me around and sit calmly while 6 other dogs were running around right next to her. Even when another dog was walking nearby and every other dog was barking and going crazy, my dog sat next to me laser focused on me. My secret? A clicker, and the occasional tiny piece of cheese. I focus on keeping the treats out of view so she doesn't know when I have them and when I don't, and I can fairly reliably get focus back on me (she's still young and we haven't been perfect with her training from day 1, so her progress is probably behind where it could be, but she's still quite good, and we're continuing to do exercises on recall and stay with distraction, but already in the familiar area around our house she can be let off leash without issue. Personally I don't know what my opinions are on e-collars other than I'd rather not have to depend on them as they aren't cheap and seem unwieldy, so I'm not judging, I just haven't heard a good reason for actually needing them that can't be overcome with solid training using a clicker and some tasty treats.

[@charlottegreen9581]

In my personal experiences as a dog trainer the most effective way of training is positive reinforcement but that is my opinion! If an e collar will save the dogs life then I think that they are great but I feel like there are different ways to train before you go to e collars, like you did It seems like! 😊

[@katiejacobs672]

Putting her down? Tf! Just get a good trainer why would you even fucking think about that.😑🤦

[@running2rie]

owner: doesn’t like shock collar also owner: docks tail and crops their ears

[@samueldeter9735]

How much actual, educated research have you done on cropping and docking? I'm not here to preach and definitely don't even have many answers myself, but I would encourage you to research it and also keep in mind that many many breeders won't even let you have a dobe without first docking the tail; there's reasoning behind that. In any case, I wish you all the best with whatever you choose for any dogs you have.

[@running2rie]

Samuel Deter Yes, there are some benefits to docking and ear cropping, but it’s mostly to ‘reduce the risk’ of injury and etc. (ear health stuff). Aside from that, most owners get those procedures purely for cosmetic reasons. It is not required for the health of the dog. I have looked into this a lot because I have always loved Dobermans and how they look (with the procedures) and would love to get one in the future, but there really is no reason the average dog owner does this aside from the appearance. I am not inherently against it, I understand the appeal and I do like the look myself, but all i’m saying is don’t get pissed over a shock collar when you do that to ur dog :/ You’re right that most breeders have the dogs come like that, but that’s likely (not 100% sure of the breeders reasons) because most people will end up doing it anyways. The places I looked when trying to find a Dobe to adopt had all their dogs come like that to give them the ‘traditional doberman look’ but maybe it’s a rescue don’t know just a thought 🤷‍♀️. edit:typo

[@samueldeter9735]

@@running2rie fair enough, I appreciate the response. I haven't ever owned one, so don't have any personal experience, but have done a crap ton of research in preparation for hopefully changing that. Aside from true protection work, I would agree with you that docking is just cosmetics. However, in talking to a dozen or so different breeders, I only found two that would even be willing to let me have one with a tail. I've gotten the impression that with a full tail it's a constant issue, to the point of just about getting ready to fall off by the time they've aged anyway (not literally of course, but broken so many times and deformed). That's obviously exaggerated in the case of a properly cared for doberman, but to what extent with one consistently outdoors in the woods or elsewhere? (

[@running2rie]

Samuel Deter Yes if it’s a protection animal or one that’s constantly outdoors I see the need (for the tail docking at least), hence the ‘reduces risk of injury.’ but for the normal house dog it’s just for cosmetics. I think I saw one of the kardashian or jenner girls has a dobe, and her dog is purely to look ‘cool’. Like I said, I’m not against it (I personally do like the look, but I’m hesitant because I know I just like the look, not necessarily the benefits, and that’s the reason I still have yet to get a dobe) , just confused as to his reaction (if he did adopt from a breeder or have the procedures done) of being upset over that but doing that to your dog purely for the cosmetics, without doing it in the better interest of the dog. edit: i can’t spell

[@felixhushpup2545]

Theres a difference between something that is done at a few days of life which the dog doesn't remember and something that purposely punishes an animal with pain

[@cynthiacollett6233]

I would absolutely NEVER use a shock collar on my dogs, but this one has really opened my eyes. Thank you for showing it and explaining it so well.

[@centraltexasdogtrainer]

Shock collars don't exist anymore. They stopped making them around 2008. What he's using is a modern e-Collar that has the same tech in it that a physiotherapists TENS machine has.

[@daveskolnick9643]

Because your knowledge or past experience with these were most likely from a cheap Petco or PetSmart collar that usually has levels of low, medium or high and doesn't give you the communicative low levels to teach with. At these levels, it's like tapping the dog on their neck like hey you, hey you, and the dog acts like what? You talking to me? Then now that you have their attention, their focus is on you and the cleaity is on what do you want! Oh come, sure right away, got it! Now would you need to use a higher level? You bet you will, if the dog is heading full speed into life threatening danger and is 1000% focused on the target and doesn't see or care there is a semi truck ready to make him a pancake, you crank that bad boy up and stop him in his tracks, like waking him from a hypnotic trance! Ok that zapped him, even if he let out a loud yelp, but that split second zap saved his life and in another minute, after he returns to you alive, he will forget that heavy zap but he will never forget what it was meant for! Same thing with your small child running at danger. You most likely you can't catch a speeding dog, but you can and will catch a toddler. And most parents will spank that child because you feel the need to connect the action to danger so it doesn't happen again. Well when your dog is 100 feet away and heading towards death, you need to spank it hard from a distance so they STOP and don't do it again! The bottom line here is trained properly with the obedience and e-collar at low levels avoids the life and death situation from ever becoming the problem! Early training is key and always the best option to reenforce the communication. NO CLICKER AND FOOD REWARD WILL EVER STOP AN OBCESSED FOCUS DOG PUMPED FULL OF ADRENALINE FOCUSED ON ITS TARGET, HEADING INTO DANGER! AND IF SOMEONE OUT THERE BELIEVES THAT, I'LL ASK YOU JUST ONE QUESTION. WOULD YOU BET YOUR DOGS LIFE ON IT?

[@mireya_outdoor]

@@centraltexasdogtrainer they are still available in europe :/

[@SheldonLeeWen]

@@mireya_outdoor Oh goodness. What are the manufacturer names of those? (To make sure I can avoid them and point them out to people.) There are only 2 e-collars I use, Garmin - which is generally softer at lower levels, and Dogtra which can be a little more noticeable for a dog that is more independent. The trainer in this video appears to be using a Dogtra, from what the handheld looks like.

[@mireya_outdoor]

@@SheldonLeeWen just look for "Teletak". It's the common name in Germany for shock collars.

[@AnnPanarici]

Bought one for my German Shepherd Works great actually got a neighbor impressed with his training

[@joannahughes6175]

Your confidence in yourself as well as your tools were able to shine through an escalating situation. You were able to de-escalate in a professional and knowledgeable way without belittling your clients. I think this was a great video representing how proper use of an e-collar (yes, they can shock but they also vibrate and do tone) is a truly effective tool. As you said every dog is different and will respond at different levels and different methods (that is why training needs to be a tailored approach, not one size fits all). You do speak dog but I disagree with your comment that you are an advocate for the tool. I say that you are an advocate for the dog and don't want the tools utilized to be misrepresented by improper or unsafe use. Your ultimate goal is in the livelihood of the dog.

[@Ricinusfour]

The apology at 24:25 is awesome. The owner showed he is actually a decent human. Hair on you Thomas for sticking to your principles. A win win, a perfect sales seminar right there. At the start it actually looked like an acted scenario.

[@samthesadhumansamthejustma2705]

Faked

[@roselaetitia9683]

That dude had a huge relieve when he couldn’t feel it at level 5. You can see it on his face haha. Amazing video, learned a lot!!

[@tomdavisofficial]

rose laetitia heck ya! Happens everyday!

[@marLamaDeo]

rose laetitia Isn’t this acting?

[@Simo6rm7]

"Re-enactment" it says on the description. I'm neither against nor for the collar cause I've no idea about it but it looks like it's more of advertising. He even mentioned the price. Now I might question every other video 😅

[@mklnelson77]

@@Simo6rm7 I didnt see it that way, I work with dogs and e collars for tools. The goods are expensive and thats that.

[@jw-vx8im]

@@Simo6rm7 I've used e collars they are a great tool if used correctly and with some dogs and their behaviours there in no other way

[@lizzibme2]

I have a deaf shelter dog I will be training. I will be using an e collar. Thank you for this video!! It was really eye opening.

[@micho8874]

You are my favorite dog trainer in the world right now. I love how well worded you are, I love how you educate people, I love how you took that situation very wel. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you 1000X. You are one of few trainers I know of that are actually telling people, in the most basic sense, “a dog is a dog not a person, we need to treat it as a dog, and here is how you can actually talk to your dog XYZ”. Thank you on behalf of all the dog lovers out there that are willing and interested in having a proper way of communicating with your dog!

[@tomdavisofficial]

wow, thank you very much!

[@MsRahvin]

I admit that I had negative thoughts on the remote collar and prong collars as well. Never had anyone explain them and their use like you have. Thank you so much.

[@teddy3282ify]

That was really cool to see his change of heart. At first when he was all fired up you could see that. It’s so cool to see him realize how humane it is. LOVE IT!!

[@aliway4136]

Its a reenactment

[@johncspine2787]

@@aliway4136 (some people aren’t very observant..hence, they need a professional trainer, lol..)

[@mickiegrace2159]

I'm so glad that the owner was openminded. Letting him experience the remote collar was effective to convince him that it doesn't hurt the dog. i had put a HS prong collar on my neck and experienced how it would work on my dog, too.

[@ptsdwarriormom1132]

Your professionalism is amazing! The way you handled the whole situation was remarkable. Not to mention your knowledge on e collars! I was already pro e collar but now I feel more confident in my choices and I learned a lot in your video. Thankyou

[@tomdavisofficial]

Lauren Dufault thanks so much Lauren!!!

[@wolfreborn-ajourneyintothe7117]

Im a doberman owner. He should know that cropping the ears it is a much more painful process for the dog than the training collar. Just saying..

[@emmagray1427]

Thaaaaaaank you. I have a pitty rescue and I am so so thankful that on top of the neglect she suffered she did not have to go through ear cropping, especially since she was neglected they likely would have ended up infected :(

[@tr-sv4uv]

cropping and docking is done when the dog is a puppy so they don’t even remember it and also they give the dog something that makes them sleep

[@TruthBeAnwsered]

@@ivyrose779 same thing as circumcising a baby tho no?

[@bigcat99100]

@@TruthBeAnwsered +1000 points

[@emmagray1427]

@@tr-sv4uv still gotta go through a painful healing process with the possibility of infection.

[@magdalenastutz9200]

I appreciate how you compare our dogs to children. We need all need to be responsible owners (pet parents) with our dogs.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks so much for watching, much appreciated!

[@jennymoore7623]

I am, so glad you have made this video. I, hope people will learn that the e collar is a great life saver for all dogs that need their freedom to run and just be a dog. I am , here to tell you that if it were not for this collar I could never have a large dog. I am, handicapped and I live alone. My, lab mix is my everything to me. I , was never able to take a shower at night before I had her. She, will always let me know when something is wrong. I, feel so much safer with her even at night. I, have to use the e collar all the time with her when we go outside. ALWAYS, ON VIBRATE LOW NUMBER. IT, DOES NOT HURT HER ONLY CATCHES HER ATTENTION. ALSO, she understands my verbal commands . A, leash never worked for us!! Dogs, have the mind of a three year old. She, was on a leash one day she saw a cat and and I was pulled out of my wheelchair and I was unable to get myself back in my chair. Thank, GOD I was wearing my life line and could call for help !!!!! After, that happened I said never again !! Now, we both are so much happier and relaxed on our walks which are much longer because of the e collar !!! Never, wanted a small dog for the simple fact I, wanted a dog with a very deep bark that would make people think twice about breaking in our apartment . I, hope this will help people understand there are many true stories where we are NOT TRAINERS AND CAN NOT AFFORD ONE !! A, DISABILITY CHECK ONLY GOES SO FAR !! THANK, YOU JENNY MOORE

[@mariannabenedict4936]

Thank you for this video. I have two crazy GSD puppies and my trainer recommended a similar e collar system. It's amazing how many ignorant people judge us concerning the e collars, when they don't realize that my greatest concern is to do what I must to train my dogs in a way that prevents them from harmful behaviors they may ultimately lead to euthanasia. Not on my watch! I love my puppies too much.

[@JennPaciocco]

It's abuse.

[@MrEdibles]

@SHRED SHREDDER I can't believe you edited your comment and didn't fix any of your punctuation, grammar, or spelling. Big fail.

[@cathymocha179]

@@JennPaciocco please try it at level 5 before u comment

[@phoenyxy]

@@JennPaciocco Stop pretending you know more than the actual dog trainer 😂 the dude literally couldn’t feel it at a 5, but oh it’s hurting the dog?

[@JennPaciocco]

@@cathymocha179 you're advocating for electrocuting your dog?

[@rln970]

Outstanding video! My Corgi had a similar near-death experience. I had purchased a bargain unit, but never used it. My daughter has three dogs and she explained how the collar worked and has had a great experience with hers. I originally purchased the same unit, but traded it in for a $200 collar. Thank you for your help with Boomer's training.

[@tailormade717]

As a Nurse, I have to commend your conflict resolution; you handled all of that, so so well. I also really loved the metaphor of driving, when you explained the levels on a remote collar - I’m going to use that the next time someone asks about the one I use with my dog. You’re smashing it, Tom 😀

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Tailor!

[@percyrest-t1w]

I love you. I have a highly reactive dog that went for 2 week training. The trainer showed me how to use the e collar that you use. It literally has been a game changer walking him. I watch all your videos and really appreciate your sharing. Thank you so much. xoxxo

[@NatschoNotorious]

So for everyone who is still confused: This is a re-enactment :)

[@jcsports999]

If it was a reenactment why wouldn’t Tom put that in the title? Click bait?

[@NatschoNotorious]

@@jcsports999 not sure but it says so in the description I believe

[@laurag1076]

Its terrible acting!!! Haha

[@Kepners]

Yup. Bullshit

[@StreamlineK9]

Aka massive click bait

[@avasmith2274]

Gosh human training is sooo hard Me: realizing there trying to train the dog and not the human

[@coleparz6964]

Service Mal *they’re

[@bettykirk6670]

Excellent video and presentation, Tom. You handled yourself like a true professional throughout the entire session. I greatly admire how you diffused and educated the owner, so much so he apologized for his rude behavior! Way to go! Keep on teaching and educating us all. ✝️🙏🏻❤💫⚘✝️🙏🏻❤💫⚘✝️🙏🏻❤💫⚘✝️🙏🏻❤💫⚘🐶

[@toddrosenthal7218]

I really hope this is sarcastic.

[@nadia_1237]

@@toddrosenthal7218 why sarcastic?

[@toddrosenthal7218]

@@nadia_1237 because it’s a re-enactment. He’s being complimented on handling a situation but the whole thing is scripted. I wouldn’t have a problem with that if it wasn’t presented as reality. It’s deceptive.

[@kingamasowska484]

@@toddrosenthal7218 "reenacted" means that it represents what happened before, means he did handle the guy, chill lol

[@acebilbo]

@@toddrosenthal7218 I think it would have been more weird to show the actual session. They are trying to be respectful to a person who reacted instead of responded to something they felt uncomfortable about. Showing that would have been invasive. Are you here to see someone be uncomfortable? I think there are enough reenactments out there that we can practice our own discernment of "truth". Just believe it's "better" with actors.

[@illumininii]

TOM CHANGES LIVES PERIOD !!

[@balancedapproachdogtraining]

Teach the dog the command sit down, place , and recall add in the remote collar as you go; layer the training. The trainer teaches this in this video before long you no longer need a leash how awesome is that 😃!! When owners begin to realize the advanced levels of obedience you can reach using a training collar and that it’s actually far less pressure than other tools they will be pleasantly surprised like this couple in the skit were. At the end of the day we are trying to broaden our dogs horizons so we can have more fun with them ! Let them dogs run !!Off leash collar training is the way to go !!😃 Good work by that trainer !!

[@paradiseana7634]

Dude your the coolest dog trainer/educator there is. Your the man!! By remaining cool. You brought this ill mannered man down to the level of reasonability and sensible conversation. At the end of the day. It's all about getting the dog to a better place. Props to you!! 👍👍

[@kylasbibi]

Good video. Thought your explanation of the e collar was really good. Honestly, when the video started, I thought it was staged. What I would say to avoid the situation being uncomfortable (especially since the husband had a previous bad experience) is to not put the collar on the dog until both owners are in the room. Just my feedback. Great work.

[@tdavidson2048]

I have a 110 GSD in Canada and I am so glad I bought an E-Collar for him because I never thought I would be able to keep him even though I have had GSDS all my life this one is a runner and I almost lost him so Thankyou you saved my Dogs life because I was able to use the Vibrations and put him on a down stay just before he was hit by a car

[@madisoneliza5878]

After watching a few of your videos, (for me personally this has ALWAYS been my dream job. ) I feel like your videos could really help teach people a great deal because you live, breath, and eat dog rehabilitation. You relate information really well, and can give visual demonstrations which is the best way to teach people. This kind of work is hard for so many. Anyone can tell that you were either trained properly by someone else or by yourself or both (probably both haha) and I think you have a real talent here! I don't know your past internal conflicts, but bravo to the grind you put yourself through! I would love to see more and more places like this and I know you are going to he a part of that growing. Thank you SO much for what you do for these lovely babies! The world needs more and more people like you!

[@danielpascarella2839]

Yes, yes, yes! Same type of thinking with the prong collar. Many veterinarians don’t understand either.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Daniel Pascarella correct.

[@bickle8931]

Vets 99% of the time have no idea when it comes to dog training. Never ask them for advice

[@JediOfTheRepublic]

A prong collar maybe a suitable if the person can control themselves. Most people can’t.

[@JediOfTheRepublic]

Dylan Rodrigues , a good portion of dog trainers don’t eitherz

[@sportysbusiness]

@@bickle8931 Agree. Worse, vets 99% of the time have no idea when it comes to dog nutrition either. Because of their allopathic training (just like doctors), never ask them for advice on anything other than emergency care or masking symptoms.

[@mrslibertas3977]

I want an e-collar for my husband to make him put down the effing toilet seat.

[@lilag3673]

LOL!🤣

[@HinaNaru65]

😂😂 I just broke my husbands

[@DahnHuan]

We have to lift it up. You can put it down

[@antalvegh7399]

If you look at the numbers, you too should flick the seat the same number of times. You only have to put it down after he needs it up. He flips 1 time, you flip 1 time. You have the same number of flipping chore for a day. You physically can't do it more times than he does. Stop mocking the man with the seat. We all put in the same time, we all need to touch it, we all should find more important topics to fight about.

[@natehill8069]

Just bolt it down so he cant lift it.

[@gidgetharris9513]

I'm so grateful to have found you. I used a trainer years ago who used these types of collars and trained people to use them. He called them SHOCK collars and he taught to put them on high and when your dog does something bad zap them and say, "No!" The jerk was supposed to be a Professional. That's why I went to him and paid him. Needless to say I quit. I just couldn't do that to my furbaby. I honestly believe that it's "Trainers" like this who are getting these devices banned. I, too, had felt they should be banned until I found you. You are AWESOME! I think there should be laws that ONLY people qualified like you should be allowed to teach the use of these devices. THANK YOU SOMUCH for this channel and for being who you are. I truly appreciate you.

[@kristen6722]

Oh wow, that’s an eye opener and it’s very much a true reaction people online, or strangers one meets that doesn’t know you, or people that do know you and freak out. People typically don’t show this reaction online and it’s scary to see at first here. Especially the language and shooing you away with his hand. This is something that people don’t show and I am glad you did. It’s uncomfortable and a lot of people wouldn’t show like you just did. And that’s a fear for many that don’t use it or don’t want to because others think and react in that manner. However here you show it and you show the education. There are people that will give it a chance and others who won’t and one can’t change their minds. However here that’s different and the outcome is openness, thanks for showing the whole thing. It would be easy to cut out all that feed as the trainer or one of the handlers that may not agree to show initial hard reaction. Thanks to all involved for the willingness to show it even though it’s hard to see, even I initially struggled with the initial response.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Kristen thank you ❤️

[@cindybrown6513]

Completey changed my opinion of the E Collar. Thank you.

[@jeanrenelatraille6421]

First, I would like to say that I am not against e-collar, I have one but please do not make your opinion about them only based on this video because it is misleading (and I do not mean the bad acting part). If you really want to get some unbiased information and you have time please watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4jWi31verCYnqc I am not getting anything out of this except trying to truly help people make an informed decisions. Cheers.

[@justinmarshall6001]

Wow, great job Tom you showed remarkable de-escalation skills I love how you were able to turn their opinion in a calm and respectful way. I for sure will be doing remote collar work with my GSDs when they are ready. Thanks for the knowledge.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching JUstin!

[@karherineware3508]

Thank goodness this guy was willing to at least listen for the sake of the life of his beloved dog! I applaud Tom for his compassionate approach to explain the appropriate use of the e-collar! Win for everyone! Way to keep your cool, Tom!

[@twistyx808]

Very good explanation of what the collar is meant for. I've used them to train dogs in the past as well as cats and they work well. Have 2 cats that follow all their basics with no collar and currently working on training my 8 week old Thai Ridgeback. Keep up the good work.

[@ib1ray]

Cats!? That's AWESOME!

[@richardf9757]

@@ib1ray lol it worked a lot better than I thought it would

[@DEdPoolio]

Lol when Delta Sits, his butt don't touch the ground, he just comfortably Squats, thats cute idk why lol

[@valhalliwell]

It means that the dog is actually avoiding sitting. Delta wins!

[@datguy6843]

That's how my dobe sits too though lol

[@richardalfaro4933]

Its easier to explode that way

[@ariamoonfall4558]

He spreads his legs too heh. My dog a lot of the times just sits kinda sideways and puts one of her legs kinda under her

[@Elkmonger]

I'm kinda thinking if the hair on my ass was only an 1/8" long I might not want to sit on a strange floor. That being said the hair on MY ass while much longer than 1/8" it's not that thick and I wouldn't want put my hairy ass on that floor :-)

[@pearljamin]

I love everything about this. I love how much you all love that dog. Enough to stand up for it, and enough to work together for it. Thank you everyone involved for not giving up, for trying. Well done. Well done on apologizing for the initial interaction as well 💚

[@kaylaspangle9148]

This was the most educational video I have ever seen in regards to remote collars. Seeing the owners relax, apologize and accept this was phenomenal and just so awesome to see. They truly do want the best for there boy. Amazing job!!

[@georgiagee5278]

Shared, this is so interesting, I have always just listened to other people’s opinions on this and decided that shocks of any kind are wrong, I had no idea these types of collars that basically vibrate existed and that there were levels, I’m very interested in dog training and have always wanted to be a trainer, your videos are so helpful, thank you for the education 👏🏼

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Georgia! I appreciate you!

[@ASMRKay_]

Good on you for reacting the way you did and keeping things positive. More people need to understand this!

[@josephrodriguez9635]

Opened my perspective on “remote” collars, definitely worth the research to find the correct type

[@simakyol1264]

Wooow, this video has to be watch as lesson by every "trainer" who is against the remote collar. Your reaction to the male owner was marvelous 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@seataoaifalenaotishyon6593]

This is my favorite video I’ve seen so far. I am pro tools and e-collar. I’m what we call a “balanced” approach trainer and absolutely love the way the interaction unfolded here. Thank you so much for sharing this and I look forward to sharing this video to whomever would gain use and education. Thank you!

[@yangjianhunt]

Dogs don't understand or even hear human verbal commands as well as we humans think they do, especially when they are distracted. Low level stim is like a "tap on the shoulder", like when you want to call your friend's attention on a busy and loud street, when he/she is talking with a stranger, and you try several times calling their names, but finally needed to step closer to tap him/her on the shoulder to get their attention.

[@tomdavisofficial]

100%

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@@tomdavisofficial totally agree!!!!!!!!

[@deantoniohughey375]

Umm no not truth dogs can understand u and ur emotions and etc dogs are very smart and they know when they are in trouble my dog know his name and he know the word outside he go to the door without me pointing so ur wrong dogs are very smart

[@kaelynmchale9400]

Deantonio Hughey no one ever said that dogs are not smart. In many cases, a dogs vocal recall can be altered immensely by the surrounding area and situation. If you try to recall your dog with say a fire alarm going off, the dog likely will not hear you and in this case a remote collar is the equivalent of tapping someone on the shoulder to get their attention. It’s just telling the dog that even when they can’t hear you “oh he/she wants me to come to them”

[@mattlol2064]

Oh my god Delta is so cute 😂 his cocked head when Tom is talking about the e-collar hahaha he’s just like ‘what’s going over here?’

[@sherripfleiger-elliott7950]

That was squirm level 100. I thought you were gonna get punched. You just taught me everything I didn't know about e collars, and more importantly, how to use one the proper way. You verbally got your point across to me, but the dog's positive response tells the whole story. Thank you for sharing.

[@pgrieco56]

as usual tom, great job! i'm so glad that you got them to understand that that was the best they could do for their dog. yrs ago i had a gsd that was very well behaved except for the fact that she loved to chase rabbits. well, one day she got away from me and chased a rabbit across the road and got hit by a car. thank god the person that hit her was going slow and she didn't get seriously hurt. but, the street was a very busy one and it could have been a lot worse. at that time there were no such things as remote collars. i would do anything to protect my dog. so, i am so glad now people have the opportunity to do just that.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Penny Grieco thanks so much for watching!

[@angelofshane08]

That was a great session. I 100% believe in the ecollars. Bravo with explaining it.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Rue 2.0 thank you so much!!!

[@akja9188]

E-collar helped us with aggression in our dog, she's the sweetest chillest dog we know now. Confident and responsive. We get a lot of flack for having a "shock collar" so we try to make those people hold it and we press the button so they can feel what it's really doing. Anyone in therapy would know these as mini TENS units.

[@debbied9501]

I never knew the difference! I'm so happy I found this video. I much rather have my dog listen than having the alternative. Thk u for explaining the difference!!

[@chrisacker5277]

I have the e-collar for my golden doodle and it’s changed everything about his behavior and now has so much more freedom. It gets his attention when his focus is on something else . It does takes some time to get them use to it but it really works . I advise anyone with a dog to get one . It will change your relationship with your best friend.

[@alyssa_the_noodle5228]

“Training collar is harmful”. Ermmm he owns a dog with cropped ears... and a docked tail...

[@jadenchambers9795]

The training collar is not harmful. It is very helpful for training with my Mastiffs. And plus the docked ears and the docked tail, does not harm the dog. He is a Professional dog trainer, he knows what he is doing. And knows it is not harming the dog.

[@alyssa_the_noodle5228]

@@jadenchambers9795 I know the uses of it. Tail docking is 50/50 with me, on my English mastiff I wish we had docked it because he keeps breaking it by sitting on it. Ears should only be clipped if they are a protection dog, for people or livestock.

[@annv7485]

@@jadenchambers9795 with a dog as smart as a Doberman I fail to see the need for one. I had a Doberman and yes she would get out or catch an unresistable smell as s puppy but she never failed to listen to her stop now and stay command. Training taking time to teach a dog basic safety commands are so much better.

[@tiwil7064]

@@alyssa_the_noodle5228 I know people who docked ears because it also helps those prone to infection prevent it. As long as it is done young, correctly and safely I don’t really care either way. I have more of an issue with people getting dogs they can’t handle or properly care for than ears and tails.

[@ztigris]

Would you have your son circumcised? Smh.

[@janewilkinson3540]

I am in the uk, l have been watching you on utube for a while and l think you are doing a great job 👍 carry on..... you are a great teacher 😊

[@suzannedavis4996]

Glad I just happened on this video. My dog is very reactive and I took him to a trainer that used an e collar and I never used when we got home because I thought it WAS a shock collar. I’m going to look for my collar and give it a new try. Thank you !

[@aldairvilla9055]

This video needs to be watched by every single dog owner in the world.

[@sharris5150]

Just want to say if you have a high prey drive dog don’t buy a cheap ecollar. We made that mistake and it lead to a seriously bad circumstance. These videos are so great. Thank you for explaining things in such great detail.

[@mathehack1]

Trained my dog on a crappy collar, switched to a quality mini educator collar. The difference is night and day. The stimulation is way way better. More of a direct stimulation than before. I can use way less stimulation than with the cheap one.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Wolffy93 💯💯💯💯💯

[@oofutile3530]

Wolffy93 Hey how u use the collar is called escape training right? Where you start vibrating the collar when you tell the doggo to come, and the vibrating stops once they reach you. Is this correct?

[@mathehack1]

@@oofutile3530 yeah pretty much that when you start conditioning the collar except instead of vibration I used a low level electric stimulation. I used direct leash pressure, something I had already taught, then gave my dog the come command until he would yield to the leash pressure then mark and reward with food. Do that for like 3-4 days until the dog understands the meaning of the tool.

[@paulalawrence3132]

Stimulation

[@mathehack1]

@@paulalawrence3132 yeah the really fancy collars come with simulators 😂(sarcasm) - i fixed my comment.

[@starfoxloves]

I love this reenactment so much! I too put off e-collar training forever because I was squeamish and then the dog I finally did it with thought it was the best game ever! As Tom said, she was having the time of her life! Great video Tom ❤️

[@harrycallahan1534]

Very patient and professional trainer.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Harry!

[@Flippokid]

E-collars are just a remote hand. You can use your hand to pet, rub, pinch, grab, tap, high five, slap, punch, etc. Now, I'm all for setting up regulations so "slap" isn't the lowest level, but banning all of them outright is absolutely stupid. Great vid Tom! Though you might want to wait with putting one of them on a dog when you know there's someone on his way who hates them :P

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@beau2021]

I can truely relate with the male owner! I didn't know much about the remote collar and always thought it kind of shocked the dog. The remote collars are illegal here in the Netherlands (just like the prong collar). Only specially trained professionals are allowed to use it I believe. Most banned stuff are mostly just not used correctly, or there are more fake items then the good stuff. That's where it mostly becomes dangerous.

[@garyn1780]

No, most stuff is not mostly used incorrectly. Most people want stuff banned and ban it without knowing what they are talking about, just for the sake of white knitting and virtue signaling to get a high moral ground. Being relevant doesnt even matter.

[@timhuether7921]

Really liked the education on how to work the ecollar correctly. Guy came in hot understand he thought you were harming the dog but he crossed the line by hands on you. You kept cool worked thru it. Good for you. Great tutorial thanks

[@kento365]

Actually proud of this owner for sticking up for there dog and after their initial reaction they still had an open mind. Great session and you may have easily saved this Dobermans life in days to come by providing a tool to properly recall. Good on ya mate!!

[@TheTruth23rd]

Hey, he apologized. And he’s a dog owner who is protecting his dog.

[@katiejacobs672]

When? Because I don't think I noticed it😂🤦

[@panafricanismstrikesback]

And I woulda been the dog trainer who rearranged his spinal chord.

[@pepesylvia9354]

Pan Afrikanism Strikes Back!!! Unoqbile you would have been the little bitch who got yelled at

[@yng.chapito_1956]

It's a skit bud

[@jaydon7819]

Katie Jacobs 24:27

[@pammeyers8919]

Tom handled this Dude professionally and respecting his fears. Even though the dude was a bit pushy, literally.

[@xofty]

Your people skills are amazing! I was already impressed by the patience you had repeating the same thing over and over to the same person, correcting their behavior towards the dog but the way you handled being pushed like that is just wow. You're an amazing human being. Thank you so much for the videos

[@eileendumont8697]

Sounds like someone gently tapping one on the shoulder to get one’s attention.??? Is this a good way to understand the E-Collar

[@tomdavisofficial]

YES! Perfect example. Then if and when it came down to getting that persons attention because a bus is coming, the intensity can rise to REALLY get their attention to SAVE them!

[@ajborowski]

This is the analogy I use with clients !

[@eileendumont8697]

Thank you

[@milenataylor2]

Wow. What a great video. All I was thinking when the “dad” came and got all pissed was that the dad was worse than the dog 😂🐶🦴🤛🏼

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks!!!

[@iyamwhatiyam547]

Milena Taylor ..all I thought was he loves his dog and was thinking he was protecting him. I got upset with a lady who used a high pitched interference device on my 5 month old pit pup, because she was afraid. We love our dogs👍❤️

[@kbea121]

Omg Delta has the cutest prance!! 😍😍😍😍

[@tomdavisofficial]

dinosaur!

[@gmr238]

I thought this was a great example to the uneducated, .You proved it right here, and I applaude you for your professionalism, and how you handled the situation. Keep doing the awesome work that you do. Love your site, enjoy it immensely!