Watch how I break up Dog Fights & how to prevent them.

[@BBAMEG]

Worst case scenario: One of the dogs has a wooden spoon. lol Great vid as usual, Joel.

[@melissasnow2980]

😂😂😂

[@MissHilPaige]

This looks like a game my brothers and I would have played back in the day. 🤣 Great video, entertaining and informative!!

[@clairevp1980]

Enjoyed that 😂

[@melissasnow2980]

This was SO AWESOME 😂😂😂

[@keashmill8918]

That was hilarious 😁and cool!

[@milkbaby99]

"NO LAUGHING" 🙃

[@charlotteschissler1717]

That was both educative and hilarious, would love to see the "blooper" version of this ! 😂

[@SJane3]

Hahaha.. the fact that Joel didnt include the bloopers is unbecoming of him! Haha.. I expected bloopers at the end!! I second the blooper vote here!!

[@SamFAHntha]

Wait... this wasn't the blooper? 😂😂

[@dogtrainerHillary]

I have five grown sons… now I realized why I have no trouble controlling a pack of dogs! 😂😂😂

[@adrienne5836]

Hahaha! Yeah I bet not! All respect and applause to you! ❤️

[@dogtrainerHillary]

@@adrienne5836 🙏 Mine's a sink or swim kinda parenthood 😉

[@hoochiecoochieman4530]

I'm not gonna lie. you gotta bite a few ears and kick a few bellies to get that respect. gotta let them know who the real boss is

[@toopacked4077]

“Chill! You understand?” Dog: “Yes..” I love this 😂😂👍🏼

[@rebusdan]

There is only one question coming to mind..."Did you film this in one take?" 😂.... You're probably the best dog trainer on YT because you have somebody hooked on to your vids that doesn't even have a dog😄

[@alisha_madariaga]

You don’t have a dog? That hilarious 😂 He IS entertaining, isn’t he?;) Don’t know if I’d do a lot of watching if I didn’t have dogs though so you may be an even greater fan than I . lol

[@cherylschaeffer7832]

That was HYSTERICAL!!!! But seriously, great video. Better to stop a fight before it happens.

[@ThonThon007]

Wow this had me bustin laughin by myself 😂. I didn’t know a video could be so informative yet so funny at the same time.

[@rp338]

How about dogs with high prey drive? My husky is pretty good with LEAVE IT unless we come across a bunny.

[@Slite]

"no laughing 🫵" 🤣

[@towpottsfam7631]

🤣😂💕brilliant! Now I want a "don't worry about him" T-shirt!

[@jmirandaj]

YES😅💀

[@terridavis9278]

This had me shook....with laughter and spit my drink out seeing the guy with the wooden spoon. What was he going to do with it. Lmao ! Omg thank you for the good laugh and good info. : )

[@mhods4457]

If it's more than two dogs, getting in the middle of it is a roll of the dice that they turn on you.

[@JimiInTheJungle]

I will work less than minimum wage to take part in these exercises, where do I sign up 🤣

[@debbiedaley1609]

Such a clever way to demonstrate without anyone getting hurt. And hilarious too!

[@fendiheryanto1899]

This is as funny as is it very informative 🤣 well done man, always love watching your videos

[@silvershade2723]

I love how the guy's just giggling the whole time. Great technique though and great demonstration!

[@annmeacham5643]

Role playing is a fabulous way to teach as well as learn. Owners can show how their dog acts while you get to “correct” them and vice versa. Switching roles with your kids can be fun and a major eye opener, too, leading to better understanding on both sides. Thanks for yet another fabulous video, Joel. You’re always right on target, giving us what we need before we know we need it!

[@Nitidus]

This. I know it looks and especially feels kind of cringy but there's a reason roleplaying is used so widely in pedagogy, therapy, debate and rhetoric training, etc. It has been proven to work very well.

[@kvne71x]

😂😂😂 Got it. My best takeaway from your videos is that it's ok to take harsh actions or tones (not abusive) on your dog to get the behavior you desire. I use to feel guilty prior to watching your videos, especially when they put their tail between their legs and the guilty/fearful look in their eyes.

[@annmeacham5643]

Tailor your energy to their energy. Start with minimum required to get desired results. Ramp it up as necessary. Don’t nurse a grudge afterwards and act all grumpy. Reward good behavior.

[@Anon_E_Muss]

Yes. Exactly!

[@targetsunshine6060]

Add comedian to your list of skills ……I’m cracking up 😂🤣😂😂 I mean I’m listening also but 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂 literally sat in a chair

[@jillsy2815]

Joel ur the GOAT!!! The most wonderful part is how you encourage owners that they can do what you do. ❤️❤️❤️

[@MB-lf8rm]

Fun to watch, *and*, yes, helpful. I'll also use some of this to help with a current problem: A dog in my dog's social circle plays to rough -- sinks her teeth into my dog's face and pulls; grabs lower leg and pulls, hard. Her owners do nothing. They won't like it, but I'll definitely use this "stand tall, serious, mean-what-I-say" approach.n(It's tough for me because usually the dogs are about 30 yards away.)

[@JesusOfNazarethSaves]

🤣 The starting was great!!! 🤣 Thank you for all your wonderful videos!!! They have helped so many of us dog parents! But more importantly you have enhanced the lives and blessed so many dogs!! 🐕God bless you, your family and your team! 💓 🙏

[@gretasimmons8987]

Omg you gave me a good laugh for the day! Your so right about dogs , but it’s funny when you use people! 😂😆🤣thanks again!

[@tinfoilghost]

I know I have a permit to carry my wooden spoon. 🤣

[@PedroPereira-ut6pp]

oh man... my dog doesnt laught... im i doing something wrong? Thanks Joel for the video

[@joshuahernandez5180]

I made the mistake of trying to break my pittbull and german Sheppard up by putting my hand between them and my Sheppard bit me, I had to get stitches in my hand, I learned a lesson that day and I'll never do that again.

[@ThonThon007]

I broke up my Doberman and my in-laws springer spaniel. Pulled my Doberman from his collar from behind and he spun around so lightning fast and bit my knee to my tendon. Had me shook

[@ckelley1234]

Not sure if Joel agrees, but if a water bowl or garden hose is close by, THAT is my go to …… a surprise BIG splashing followed up with Joel Boss stance intervention has thus far always worked.

[@joshuahernandez5180]

@@ThonThon007 it's crazy how fast it happened, I don't even know why they fought i think it was because of jealousy and one got mad over the other, I don't I just know I don't want to go through that experience again.

[@rezotydnic]

As serious as the situation is, watching this i had to laugh. I do get it though.

[@Cathan1856]

This was good, lots of fun. I use the Joel’s ‘hey’ and clap to stop my dog playing too rough, which I think could develop into a fight if left. It really works. Just an observation, if you don’t have good basic obedience (the ‘sit’ and ‘stay’ one of the fellows did) it will be a lot harder.

[@Idengard]

Pulls out a wooden spoon 😂

[@mungbean345]

This was great! What kind of advice do you have for people with disabilities? I currently have to use a rollator to get around. I love dogs and am pretty good with them and am not intimated easily, but have encountered a couple dogs that either are sensing my vulnerability or view my rollator as a " big scary stimulus." Livestock also are pretty spooked by my wheels, so I get it, but I'm also not okay with dogs getting aggressive toward me minding my own business. I've only had two legitimately scary encounters so far, but it has made me want to be more mentally prepared in case a dog does decide to fully attack me. What would your plan of action be to minimize injuries if a dog attacks you? I've heard pepper spray or shoving your arm as far as you can down their throat? 🤔 Whatever the maximum force turns out to be, it's obviously something I hope to never use! But with an increasing number of dog owners who refuse to correct their (gorgeous!) guardian breeds, I would prefer to have a mental checklist in place in case of emergency. Also, I also saw a comment from about a year ago from someone in a wheelchair who was asking for advice on how to walk their dog. I imagine you have quite a few viewers with mobility aids, both dog owners and not, who could use some advice on how to interact with dogs and their owners with our diminished ability to look or act tough.

[@stevec9972]

For the walking a dog in a chair, i saw a vid from jason harris dog training, about training assistant dog. Also dealing with an attack, not specifically for disabled but concepts also may apply. I would never recommend putting your arm down its mouth.

[@co8008]

Bear spray for most dogs will ensure they never try to attack you again. For the type of dog that doesn't care about bear spray (and you know which dogs I mean), I'd recommend a .45 if you can handle it one-handed (the other arm may be in the dog's mouth), or a 9mil. Get a holster that you can draw from with either hand. Honestly though, disabled or not, if you get grabbed by the wrong dog (or multiples of the wrong dog) the odds aren't great.

[@mungbean345]

@@co8008 Agreed. That's just reality. I always feel like I should be ready to give a responsible basic fight for life response in various emergencies, but death is inevitable and I'm at peace knowing the mode is in God's hands.

[@missonmanband19]

💕I have two sibling dobes and they use to fight when they got excited. Joel I use your method, before they loose it, I mark it , grab with that energy hold by the neck and collar and stare. Two weeks and with consistency NOW I’m the boss and fighting stops the minute I yell “Hey” and walk over to them! Thank you Joel

[@TyZaTube]

The intro had me laughing out loud 😂

[@mariabeaulieu3732]

So good. What an alternative way to show your techniques!

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

only time in house my dogs have faught is when alpha husky female was finaly pushed back in play with my lab. Once he got ful grown and out weighted the husky he could push back in play. She just snapped in an instant from play to fight. Now they have it worked out. What you show will not work in a real dog fight. If the dog are going at you have to grad the agressor by the hind legs and drag him off. Taught this by a K9 trainer.

[@juanakravitz3024]

😂 this is good time demonstration fun 🤩.

[@Msfelixthecatz]

Funniest, best episode ever!! Thanks!

[@dbk7591]

I like your videos and love seeing new ones, but I imagine breaking up a dog fight, or even preventing one, is more like having the people armed with knives rather than a wooden spoon. Even as you are timing one out they could be threatening you with their knives. But I still get your points and like the video. Watch your dogs and know their language. You are the boss.

[@erwinnaus]

Man I love this one hilarious, i’m gonna use this on my kids

[@heathermanion3259]

I like the videos that I see and this one was no different a little bit more funny but all in all great ☺️ oh and I watch this to help my boy that was attacked on leash the owners blamed me but their dogs were off leash so my Malamute has a bit of fear reactivity he wants to play and he does play when he's off leash in a secured area but we just got to get that leash issue under control and he has come a long way we watch from New Brunswick Canada 🇨🇦

[@pmlm1571]

That was great. I will try to do this. Thanks.

[@sbarber1989]

Big fan of the channel! However, I have to say that I was really hoping for some realistic tips for breaking up a dog fight and then reintroducing. I have 2 large pitbull mixes who rarely fight but have had a couple of fights recently where there is no way we could've have gotten there fast enough to prevent. If you're able to, could you please give some tips for breaking up large dog fights and how to reintroduce them after a fight?

[@LivinInSim]

I have read suggestions that say to use a loud or dog whistle, or a spray product called Pet Safe that is made from citronella and supposedly will sting but not harm, or even water from a hose or bucket. Trying to grab the hind legs is also sometimes suggested, and I imagine would work better with two people. The collar grab, twist and lift is another tip, but seems more in harm's way. That particular one might stop a dog thrashing the other one about, which is very damaging for a smaller dog. I haven't tried any of these, of course, but they sound relatively worth trying, versus no action, in a desperate situation. I carry a large push button umbrella with me when I walk my small dog, and would open it towards them if a loose dog, or any animal really, rushed us, blowing my hiking whistle as well if possible, but I'd have to get the jump on them. How did you get them stopped in the past? Are they on good terms now?

[@Daniela-vo4hi]

"He had the knife" *holds up a wooden spoon Hahaha

[@catherineshields-koolen443]

Brilliant!🤣well done to the guys!😂😂

[@CarolLovesJesus]

Hi Joel, how would you handle a dog ~who in seconds attacked your dog by the neck & pin him down jaws locked & not letting go?

[@mensb1936]

lmao

[@solideomusical]

"In our next vid we will show (using humans) how to separate two dogs that are fighting to the death. *You won't want to miss that!"*

[@_Marshall]

im excited to watch this after that opening

[@carlydavis8430]

Joel would make one heck of a security guard! Am I right?!? Or a bouncer lol

[@jonathanschmidt990]

That was fucking hilarious 🤣 But I loved it hahahaha

[@bluejay9940]

Lol that was cool, Ive never seen you laugh so it was refreshing

[@ancientaliensarecoming7201]

This was weird xD

[@hopehotchkiss9117]

Great explanation Joel really appreciated it! 👏 Super entertaining too

[@jamespaterson6550]

🤣but seriously was educational but still 🤣🤣

[@pvpu3304]

JOELLLLLLL!!! Love seeing the funny side from time to time. Great video

[@naokookada9885]

So funny 😂😂😂 but again you are absolutely right about “pre-fight”. Great video.

[@peks4924]

The other one has perfect obedience, he was already sitting & lounging before Joel said SIT 🤣🤣🤣

[@Daniela-vo4hi]

Gosh, that was hilarious. But great info.

[@samanthahu4803]

😆💕

[@KingsMom831]

Omg lmao 🤣

[@SilverIncense]

Hilarious and informative. I wish my family members would work on their energy, but they're very scared and anxious about their dogs fighting and are worried they can't physically stop the dogs (family members yell and scream reactively).

[@marciebushman5668]

Will this work when I’m walking my dog and a dog off leash comes towards us in an aggressive manner?

[@dimaal-azzeh9320]

This was hilarious and educational and the same time 😂 thanks man

[@TheMinimalistTherapist]

It's the wooden spoon for me 😆🤣 Funny and informative 😄 Thank you guys!

[@gabriellaeaton8400]

This makes sense and yes hilarious

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

So who played the part of the Rottweiler

[@marthajones7021]

Does it work for cats

[@patguarneri3217]

Yes, it will work for cats because I use this method of stern reprimand on my two adversarial felines

[@llKaiserx0ll]

Just...hilarious hahahahhaha

[@candhmcmahon848]

I’ve been dealing with this for almost three years. My females turned on each other. Can’t be in the same room. It’s a daily stressor. No peace for fear a kid will leave a door open etc…

[@McFraneth]

Oh that's a terribly sad situation. I hope you resolve it somehow. We love all our animals dearly.

[@Lizzie-yd3kp]

I'm in the same boat but watching these videos has shown me that my dogs don't quite respect me being the boss, so I'm working on that. Inexperience got me into this situation but hopefully hard work and persistence corrects it eventually 😅

[@oswaldolima111]

You criticized Cesar Milan but you can’t answer a simple question you always avoid GAME DOGS

[@dougmerrick9064]

I had a dog run across the road and come in snapping at my dog today, i tried to yell at it before it got close but it kept coming in. It made 1 lunge to bite my dog and it got a swift boot and ran back. As we walked away it started another bolt, I spun around looked at it and it ran away again. The owners apologized to me, and didn't question the kick I gave their dog. He'll remember not to try that next time. Mine was 100% calm and didn't even see the other dog coming.

[@oswaldolima111]

That’s bs the real question it’s HOW YOU BREAK UP Game dogs fight? Or DOGO ARGENTINO FIGHT

[@oswaldolima111]

i dare you to bring a 3 years old DOGO argentino !!! and make prince yo do the job !! you know even if we pay you you wouldn’t do it not even in 10000 years you know the reality 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@jamesrandal5442]

Great Video....Plz share most important thing about dog fights... Worst possible outcome from dog fight is Human getting bit by getting hands near dogs heads.. .which will get a redirect

[@ginacirelli1581]

What the hell? I can't imagine so many people allowing their dogs to fight, and in the house?! Do they have no brains? Sorry, I just discovered your channel, and I fit the "Karen" demographic, but I've had multiples of Italian Greyhounds for over 25 years and none of them have ever fought. I don't like Cesar Millan, because I've seen him mistreat dogs, but I agree with your training. Dogs rely on US to show them how to act.

[@sibeldjc1864]

These guys and the rest of your staff are living the experience of a lifetime with you as their boss…!! Such lucky devils 😎🙌🏽🙌🏾🙌🏿

[@moontreecollective6718]

I know this is not concerning dogs, but would LOVE to see you analyze this video and discuss, knowing you used to train with orcas; what do the bubbles mean? Did the orca act friendly or aggressive? Did it want to play or just looking for food? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpOkgqSimqaVfbM

[@trooperandcooperale3057]

My neighbour had 5 Boxers, one of them a male senior dog. The 4 younger ones ( 2 F, 2 M.) all turned on the older one and the Lady of the house was getting bit trying to break them up. My Dad at the age of 75 jumped the fence with a hammer in hand. Lucky Dad's a light weight bloke and didn't do any harm, but still getting hit in the ribs and back with a hammer managed to stop the fight. The Lady had more bites than the older Boxer. The older Boxer healed and moved in with one of her sons. It was a like a Lion pack moving on the old King. Oh, none of them were de-sex.

[@ravenbird3014]

I have the opposite problem. My dog is a Pyr/Kangal mix and he refuses to stand up for himself. Usually he runs away from the wildcard aggressive dogs at the park because he is super chill, but sometimes he gets pinned in by the trees and he just stands there cringing while the aggressive dog goes ballistic at him. They aren’t sinking their teeth onto him but they definitely are lunging/jumping on him while bashing their mouth/teeth on him. The owners have to pull their dog off.

[@mrminor4465]

I'm trying to figure out what a specific behavior my dog exhibits means. He's very playful and friendly never bitten anyone or another dog. He rarely even barks so idk if its aggressive behavior or just him being an aggressive player. I wanna show you some videos

[@suescott5797]

😂2:23

[@brentonsmith6920]

I like how your videos are not real click baitie (don't know if that is even a word). Other trainers be like "dog won't come to you, here is what you are doing wrong". However, your title is "how to break up a fight" or "How to train leash method". It feels like you take the viewer more seriously with accountability and don't use deceitful methods to gain more views. Atleast not all the time, as I have not see all your videos

[@urhomegurl9810]

We took our cockapoos on a trail walk and omg they walked side by side they were able to coexist for that 1hr. Nothing else has worked. Separating them caused more animosity etc. I’m a subscriber. Thank you, I know it will take time but now it’s repetition to create what I want. I am the boss

[@meganhenderson1715]

What about a leash walking senario between two big males who can't avoid each other and one wants to kill the other. The other dog doesn't want to fight but will to protect his owner?

[@lilisova2639]

I see people in the street with dogs barking at other dogs or people pretty loudly. The owners don't correct them. I was thinking correcting this behaviour should happen very early, also.

[@coldsteel998]

My issue is that I cannot go on a peaceful walk with my Doberman without some a-hole with a loose dog in my neighborhood park rushing up on us. They actually get offended when I yell at them and manhandle their dog by the collar.

[@jagethevinai8379]

Sir I’m from India love your videos Sir in my lane dog tied to the leash However when ever I pass that lane with my dogs it tries to attack my dogs If possible please help me with a fix

[@FURMOMMA03]

I couldn’t stop laughing 😂 chill*don’t laugh* I’m dying laughing

[@twokois7032]

A few rocks in a empty bottle. When they lock eyes shake it and.yell hey! Just break up the fact that they are in power. It's you!

[@ZZ_Trop]

I have to skip your intro because I have an irrational fear of whales, I think it's very rational however.

[@giuseppefilippelli6060]

This is pure GENIUS 🤣 Greetings from Italy!

[@NikkijsNWA]

Each video gives me more info in how to handle my 1 year old Rottie who is resource guarding. Poor other dogs...

[@Bee_Bill287]

yeah, at the off-leash park there are so many idiot owners who just sit and play on their phone and let their dog go and don't give a shit what the dog does, I break up so many other people's dog fights. I had one last week where my dog was sitting calm next to me, and this owner comes into the park lets the dog of the leash and it bee lines straight for mine and jumps on top growling and biting. I had to grab it by the collar and lead it back to its owner who was sitting on the fence playing on his phone..

[@evelyn4050]

I literally just avoided a fight between my two males when this video started playing.

[@Allyourbase1990]

When I was like 18 I worked at Pets Mart , they just told us to blow an air horn at the fighting dogs .

[@DF-te2vm]

Heard this on a movie..... relate to dogs too. 'Watch for little things that indicates big things'