STOP Leash Reactivity (Barking & Lunging) Quickly. Everything to know in one session.

[@engelneen1686]

A challenge I have is when I have to walk my dog past another dog, the other dog is flipping out, barking lunging and usually on a too long leash. Obviously the owner of other dog has little control while I am trying to employ your methods. I do use a gentle leader. Your methods have completely changed the game for me and my dog. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us more than you know. Thank you.

[@Sleeping_Wolf]

Or a dog behind a fence freaking out?

[@arashkhatami9858]

This is making everything a bit harder and some times out of control but you should prepare a training scenario for your dog instead of jumping in a training session whenever possible. That scenario that you have prepared is obviously consist of a calm dog as a training opponent ☺️

[@janellet85]

My dog is doing much better on the leash and shuts down when I put on the gentle leader. BUT you better believe it’s the only time she’s submissive 😄

[@debilindsey3967]

I have a miniature schnauzer and she does the same thing she growls at everything I know she’s still a puppy, but I socialize her and she still acts like she’s this wild crazy dog when she sees other dogs or people she starts hyperventilating and then it just escalates, and I’ve tried all of Joel‘s methods he said Sometimes we’re not doing each step. I just don’t know what I’m missing.

[@kev-the-windsurfer.]

@@debilindsey3967 I have the exact same thoughts too, you describe my experience. I think some dogs are just naturally highly strung, I was starting to get really frustrated, but now I make a real effort to just stay chilled before I go on the walk, don't let the frustration take over, just follow all the steps and keep doing it. Its getting better for me but slowly as I think my guy is at the height of his fear period....Don't give up, keep it up and stay as cool as you can...

[@jdaniels1313]

LOVE how you show us REAL live training sessions with other people's dogs, including misbehaving PROBLEM dogs, where we see the process and results!!

[@rptrick79]

0:08 Setting up Griffin to get him over he leash reactivity 1:05 your leash reactive dog has to be calm in the house before the walk or you've pretty much already been cooked 1:30 why the gentle leader? 1:58 *PROMOTIONAL ENDORSEMENT* 3:56 keep the dog on 1 side of you. Consistency for the dog and leash work for you when you need to correct, turn etc 5:40 treats for being good 5:53 treats don't work for leash reactivity because it's not as reinforcing as the the freak out 7:00 must get leash reactive dog to stop focusing on other dog 7:41 corrections can sometimes elicit a reaction so Joel grabs another tool from his box 9:07 Joel almost falls on his arse and Griffin being the best boy ever comes to check on him 9:26 reinforcing with petting and verbal praise for not freaking out 9:48 getting closer for another pass 9:56 little freak out and small consequences 10:52 Griffin mean muggin' Giant Schnauzer 11:27 more reinforcement with verbal praise 12:03 DOG, bring em' back. DOG! Bring em back. 12:21 *A deep dive into the mind of a reactive dog* Oh, he's got long hair! Oh, he's lookin' at me! Oh, he's getting close! 12:50 leash reactivity is frustration that builds to an eruption 13:06 explaining how to manage leash reactivity 13:49 Dogs that steal money 14:11 "life cannot not be just redirection, there needs to be some don't do that. Some discipline.." 14:37 Dancing with a dog

[@SonjaBlau]

@@rptrick79 Let's all give thump up for going on top, so to be seen for all quickly

[@samstone9368]

"Mean muggin" 😂

[@loyal_dogs]

"Oh my gosh I almost fell" most relatable dog training moment ever 😂

[@LivingProofK9Training]

too relatable except I actually did fall at my private lesson today lol

[@_thelifeofry_]

My dogs have tripped me several times in training moments 😂

[@becklyn3]

"Life cant always be redirection" if that isnt the quote that fits our times exactly i dont know what is.

[@PetsBestFriendNYC]

Building obligation is huge in recovery for a dog with these behaviors - Insist vs Resist, as long as his safety and survival is built with trust by the handler that you can handle the environment, the dog can then trust and begins the process to having them become neutral to the emotional response of seeing the stimulus. I always tell my clients: Thoughts without emotion, have no impact, while Emotions without thought, have no direction. Well done, Joel 👏

[@77thass]

I've been using your doorway method for quite some time, but I still have the "freak-out" moments. This video explains a lot and gives me a lot more knowledge on what to look for and how to respond. Now I have to execute. Thanks!

[@kev-the-windsurfer.]

After watching a lot of your leash related videos (and others), this one actually made everything click for me, I have watched literally hundreds of hours of training videos, and I feel your methods make the most sense to me. I have only done one session with my highly reactive GSD (11months old) and it was the most game changing walk I have ever had with him, hes a different dog!! Thank you so much for sharing your training....absolute gold!! I can't wait to go on the walk tomorrow morning, and that is something I would never have said a few days ago!!

[@shaweng904]

I have had the same experience right now. Unbelievable. I am exited for tomorrow walk . And its the first time me saying that since I rescued him 6 months ago

[@kev-the-windsurfer.]

@@shaweng904 I have tried so many things including prong collars and so forth...I think i have watched nearly all of the Beckman videos now, in every one of them there are little nuggets of gold..... My GSD is 100% in his fear period, so hes still quite on edge, easily startled and gets way too excited when he sees other dogs, at least he doesnn't lunge at them now, he rather squirms around and whines and lets the odd little bark out....But I am now visiting a friend who has two dogs, one the same age, so that is also helping a lot.... Good luck!! We are so lucky to have these videos!!

[@sharmsong]

Brilliant, love seeing his mind getting less chaotic 🐾

[@May-B-Later]

The explanation at the end 🤯 Now I understand. Thank you Joel

[@BuzzworthyFinds]

Loved the insight on the doorway method! It's so important to set boundaries for our dogs. Great tips!

[@haleyhperry]

I’ve watched so many of your leash reactivity videos, but this one clicked for me for some reason! I was letting my dog get way too high on the freak-out scale and became frustrated because I didn’t understand why my corrections weren’t working. Now it makes sense! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@RobertJl9516]

I detect that the dog has a limp, possibly a cut pad. The leash instruction training by Beckman is great and is reinforcing my leash work that I learned from watching Beckman that has given me the technique to train my new dog and improve my old dog. Thank you

[@LivingProofK9Training]

noticed that too but thought I was just seeing things

[@Litepaw]

I've got a reeeeally stubborn but halfway really obedient people pleaser of a white shep puppy. 6 months old. Absolutely fearless and chill but a bit prone to going crazy annoyed puppy mode. I'm SO happy i found this channel, these tips are so valuable they're just priceless ❤

[@underratedd_1388]

i love watching your videos so much, keep doing what youre doing it has helped me out alot!

[@melaniewheadon9527]

Im about to start wprking with a behavioural specialist for my border collie. But yesterday i went out and bought a gentle leader and wow, such a big improvement after just one walk. It was our first ever loose lead walk!!! Thank you so much!

[@shellb3301]

I keep learning every single day from you!! Thank you Joel and team!!

[@BlueberryLover617]

Hi Joel, I am so impressed how fast you managed to get Griffin to stop the freak-out and make him sit ( 09:54 ). Besides the Halti/head collar the most important tool for me is a simple KNOT IN THE LEASH. It gives me something to hold on to and it marks where I need to hold it for a consistent heel. I (f, 160lbs) rehearsed a lot with my 90 lbs rescue dog (as advised in a previous video) and I am so thankful for your guidance! Today he ignored his first dog! ... and then freaked out about 3 others ... More content about leash reactivity would be great, especially about the aspect of redirecting. Standing still causes my dog to build and increase the intensity of the freak-out. Some content concerning encounters with uncontrolled off leash dogs would be great too!

[@kinsleycharest3473]

Does walking past the digs and not stopping seem to help better ?

[@BlueberryLover617]

@@kinsleycharest3473 Somewhat. I give him a job by making him heel. Continuing to move prevents him from hyper-focusing. We still have a VERY large threshold distance to prevent a freak-out 100%, wider than the streets. Neighbours started to notice the difference when I made him walk in a loose heel BESIDE me at all times. Thanks Joel!

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

For the off leash dogs, Michael Shikashio has an awesome video on defensive leash handling when the s__t hits the fan I believe the video is called. Beckman's Rottweiler named Creed video is the foundation video for loose leash walking and reactivity - you're not going anywhere if he can't even leave the house without being on your page. He has little dog videos too if you don't have a 110lb Rottweiler. Had an instructor who spent an entire week in her driveway walking back and forth with her Rottweiler and a cigar of string cheese hanging out of her mouth. The neighbors were even laughing at her. Guess what - they're not laughing anymore because she can take him anywhere and he never wants to leave her side. Hope that helps.

[@BlueberryLover617]

@@robinrutherfordcost4748 Thanks, I will check it out. My neighbour 4 houses down lets her 2 highly aggressive, young and completely untrained Labradors outside multiple times a day to do their business on other peoples property. Another encounter is something I need to have a plan for. Last time I stood in the middle of the road for a good 5 minutes yelling at her from the top of my lungs: “go get your dog!” on repeat 🤦‍♀ (edit to add: I pushed my dog behind me, he was not making any noises and allowed 'the help' to handle the situation) Meanwhile I have nowhere to go since there is a traffic yam of dogs behind me and I feel like retreating will get the Labrador to attack. I agree with what you said about the doorway method. I can even leave the door wide open without my dog leaving the house. The 'tragedy' is that we worked so much and his leash walking and heeling is almost perfect now, but it is all forgotten once he sees another dog. 😩 My neighbours laughed about me too when I walked up and down the street in front of our house for 2 weeks 😁 Doggo is not food or toy motivated at all. I tried redirecting and even taught him most sled dog commands just to keep him engaged and focused on performing 'the trick' and me - instead of the other dog. I don't have a yard and use every neighbourhood walk as practice. This is why I keep coming back to this channel, it keeps me motivated and one day it will work.

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

@@BlueberryLover617 check out Susan Garrett's video on dogs that aren't food motivated. Kikopup has one on that as well. If you can practice when it's his feeding time, that might help as well. We have ordinances that if your dog is caught running loose, it's either a 1,000.00 or 3,000.00 fine. 400.00 if you get caught not picking up after them. We had one case where a kid was running away from a loose dog because they were afraid of dogs. The kid was hit and killed by a car. Wouldn't want to be anyone in that situation, but it never would have happened if the dog wasn't running loose. Sorry about your situation - that's tough, especially when it's your neighbor.

[@pedroTFP]

Joel, you’re the best. True down to earth real world explanation, humane use of correction methods and a lot of insights on dog micromanaging. You’re the firts trainer I see speaking on “stealing money”, but that’s so true! Thank you.

[@laragunnewiek]

I just love this chanel so much 😂❤

[@missrachael1709]

Another terrific video. You're a great trainer. For 16 years I've been using my Border Collies X Kelpies in the same way you use Prince. Jed, my 1st, taught me so so much and is the reason I do what I do. Recently had the pleasure of getting to know my 1st Doberman. And wow if he is typical then they are super impressive. Brave, measured, curious and confident come to mind. Dangerous in the wrong hands. The pooch in this video appears a little limpy, probably nothing but thought I'd mention it. Peace.

[@OffGridDogs]

These methods work very well with a handler that elicits a dogs trust and respect. Calm confident energy, consistent clarity of communication. My dominant LGD has thousands of years of genetics telling him to go submit every predator size canine we pass but he is able to control himself because I insist that he must.

[@rptrick79]

In short you taught him what he can and cannot do with training every where you've taken him and it has paid off because you've been consistent with the rules, boundaries and limitations? Well that wasn't short but you get the drift

[@OffGridDogs]

@@rptrick79 it was fairly concise tho

[@pittymama4500]

Sorry to tell you but he is that way because you allowed him to become that way and you can change it just the same. You simply need to change your mindset from I'm weak and nervous to push him that far and I don't think I can do it to he's not allowed to do it and I'm going to follow through and do something about it every single time until he figures out that is not the way.

[@samstone9368]

This is the best video I've seen about handling dog reactivity. I assume the same principles apply when they resct to motcycles and bicycles.

[@jessicafuentes4555]

Great video!! Gem moment when Joel almost fell ✨

[@Beyonder369]

Im thinking to go back to the gentle leader for a while just to fine tune my dogs occasional just wandering closer to other dogs to smell and overall over interest. Its been such a hard road getting her extreme reactivity under control but I just refused to give up on her and always tried new tactics. Theres been a huge improvement lately. Never give up on your dog ❤

[@Dogdaddy5561]

@@Beyonder369 they are great but please do not use leash corrections while wearing. Any trainer will tell you that. Well almost any lol

[@Beyonder369]

@@Dogdaddy5561 I disagree with that completely. I am a dog trainer and I have no problem with giving corrections with the gentle leader on. Im not hurting the dog. I use the tool the way its intenfed to be used. Ive never been a snowflake trainer with dogs that exhibit potentially dangerous behaviors and Ive helped extreme dogs get those negative behaviors under control and saved them from ending up in a shelter. You simply havent been around enough dogs to have that opinion nor have the trainers your speaking of.

[@underduress5761]

​@@Beyonder369Dog nerdiot is a troll that pops in here with at least one other account. She believes that balanced training is evil and that dogs don't have pack mentality and that trainers should only use treats, kisses, belly rubs and scratches to train dogs to do or not do anything. She comes here to try to ruin the lives of dogs and their owners by giving advice that will only lead to problems

[@Dogdaddy5561]

@@Beyonder369 you should have a problem with. The company that makes halti brand issues strong warning on its product info. The first concern of a decent trainer should be “do no harm”. There should never be a risk of the dog being worse off after being handled by someone who identifies themselves as a trainer. We really need better regulation, education and accountability in this field.

[@aubreyjeffrey1459]

@@Beyonder369are you certified by the leading dog behavior associations in dog training knowledge or have a degree in animal behavior?

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Always good to watch the terrain so you don't fall

[@KäptnKrückschwank]

Wow, what an epiphany

[@LivingProofK9Training]

very inspirational

[@uomo_nel_mirino4705]

I love your town ,nobody in the street. Awesome !!

[@GoodGrief10]

I wish I saw that video when I had my leash reactive Doberman I spent a lot on a trainer but she did a great job. I could have done part of it myself though.

[@SavannahKJL17]

Thank you so much for your incredibly inspiring channel. God bless you.

[@nichelbichel6464]

Love your way of training, not being stubborn and only using the technique that worked before, but trying out different ways. I often hear 2nd or 3rd time owners say: "oh, I had a dog before, I know what I am doing" while the current dog is completely leading them by the nose. Each dog reacts and answers to methods differently, you gotta start at 0 with every dog, not thinking of taking "shortcuts" ^^`

[@dbk7591]

Back to your basics. Mine are much better, but still not perfect. Good reminders. My little one will react a bit, but then stop and looks at ne for a treat. We keep trying😂.

[@solitudeandwildernesschann6756]

Best stuff on the topic EVER no bullshit straight to the core from the start, Eye opening.

[@littlewigglemonster7691]

What a gorgeous dog. Absolutely dream dog

[@JoeR203]

My Dobie is an "Out front" walker. I actually prefer it that way so I can see him reacting and be ready in time, as opposed to having him by my side and he sees something that I don't, and takes off and tries to yank my arm out of the socket.

[@s.b.5259]

I like in front walking because they can cross back and forth and not tangle my feet. I walk so many dogs and I have three rules: no crossing behind me, no barking/ lunging/ playing/ being stupid on the leash, and stop when I do.

[@mahryadesiree3345]

Same. As long as she isn't pulling and heels on command, I'm good

[@LivingProofK9Training]

which is all fine aand dandy except that this video is specifically for a leash reactive dog. case in point this dog does not need to be in front of the handler if it can't control itself when seeing other dogs on leash

[@101marsi]

Same because my dog tends to run into my hip or the sidewalk isn’t big enough. It’s annoying lol

[@fireballfitness170]

This video by Joel is a great video on reactivity, in terms of demonstration, methods and tools used, and explanations. Also, Tom Davis describes "contact heal" and "contact targeting" for a reactive dog, yet also mentions that at some point it becomes a currency battle. (See video titled: "this forces all dogs to be reactive and fearful" between the 1:45 and 3:00 minute time mark ...the video was put out 5 months ago as of today which is 7-27-24).

[@justdawndb]

Joel gives the best dog impressions! 👏👏👏 Another great example, ty.

[@GagaLeslie]

Crazy how when I tried redirection treat fails when my puppy started digging like a maniac in my garden. So, after watching another one of Beckman's videos I became my puppy's mama and pulled him off by the scruff of the neck. Now, he sniffs the soil but has not dug since! This trainer is stern but excellent!

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

My neighbor taught her dog to dig on cue/command so she just points where she wants the hole dug - everyone is happy.

[@zuzuspetals8323]

Bink! This was excellent! Thank you, Joel and Griffin.

[@xziang]

At the 10:20 mark you mentioned don't grab your dog by the muzzle but use the leash. If you're not using a gentle leader would this be the same approach? I have seen and won't lie have also grabbed my dogs muzzle to get their attention and say 'eyes' in order for them to look at me before.

[@sammiflynn9587]

If my terrier ever reacted like Griffin I'd think he'd found Jesus. You need to show Terrier Reactivity Overdrive where none of this has worked.

[@lisaleondires9576]

Great video ❤especially for people with powerful breeds

[@Crystallightclarity]

Let me tell you I used your gentle leader technique for the first time on a 1-year-old female rescue German Shepherd today that redirect frustration nips when she sees other dogs and stays at a level 8 to 10 during entire walks. And that's after ball and tug for an hour before we even leave. It was the first time I've enjoyed and been confident out walking her in daylight. I usually walk her in the middle of nowhere after dark or before sunrise. Was it perfect? No, not as soon as we got around distractions. was it 50% better? yep and it's going to be work, but you are going to help me fix this dog so that she's not stuck in a backyard I can come out with me and my other shepherd who's balanced. For the first time ever this dog can hear me and what I want from her. No other tools have worked, not like this and I've tried them all. I am able to get this dog back in pack drive and out of prey drive. She's a lot of dog, she's rude and like I've heard you say in some of these videos I've watched over the last 24 hours "we can do this all day" All I have to say is thank you thank you thank you thank you!

[@Beefry222]

I have a 1 year old female pit bull that I've had since she was a puppy. For whatever reason she's becoming the same kind of rude girl you're describing. Definitely wasn't expecting her to regress like she has. I come to Joel's videos for advice, not only to see what to do, but to figure out what I've been doing wrong. Pack drive vs Prey Drive, that makes sense to me. Good luck with your situation, hopefully soon you'll be able to be out in daylight enjoying walks with your shepherds.

[@not2naive1968]

Just subscribed. It’s just great to see an alpha trainer deal with alpha/reactive dogs. My dog is my best friend and I adore him but there is no way he will dominate me or choose his own path. It can be tough not being a pussy but because of my attitude towards him our relationship is very close and loving. Thanks man. From a God fearing man and his god (me) fearing dog. 😎

[@graceburford2398]

Beckman, I'd love your input on being on the receiving end of off leash dogs in a strange situation like riding horses and another person's dog comes up to you. I saw a video of my worst nightmare, an incompetent owner not grabbing their dog while someone was riding her horse. People can get killed or seriously injured.

[@BDTraining]

I’ve seen those videos. It infuriates me for the horse and the rider.

[@marymarseglia4536]

Excellent job!!

[@csuanfa]

What's up with his legs? It seems he is limping.

[@kunted666]

Think he fell in a ditch 😂

[@theladyisabelle]

He was limping before he followed the trainer in the ditch​@@kunted666

[@zuzuspetals8323]

Yes, I thought so, too.

[@zuzuspetals8323]

@@kunted666That was our fearless leader!

[@rptrick79]

@@kunted666 🤣

[@Cody27]

The switching sides on a walk is a sign of the escalating frustration? its something I noticed but I didnt connect as a path toward freak outs. good info

[@mrchris4726]

With my upfront rottie it is very difficult to get him behind me or even on my side. He is also redirecting at me for corrections. No one tells folks how to handle dogs like him because they cant handle themselves. So they show just "easy" dogs. So thanks a lot for that video. Told me that i do some things right but have to work on the other hand. But it could be a way for my dog and me. Rotties do react well to discipline but not very well to corrections. Your method could be the way between i searched for.

[@KatarzynaPryciak-q7m]

I love the video, give me a lots to think about it, I make some mistakes and I have to correct myself 😅

[@lucygoosy819]

Awesome session. Thank you 👏🏻👍🙂

[@Sweetgin476]

That was awesome training

[@aletakibler4158]

How often do you consider orthopedic issues when it comes to reactivity and aggression? The dog in the video is gaiting almost every step, which is an indicator of something going on orthopedically, and some pain and discomfort. When you discover issues like these do you recommend a vet visit and pain management before any serious training or does it not matter because the dog should be acting a specific way whether they’re in pain or not?

[@judymiller5154]

New neighbor (young adult) has a 1 yr unsocialized intact male maltese (her "baby") who lunges and barks, stands on hind legs jumping backwards as owner retreats. But he's under 10 pounds, so everybody thinks it cute. I brought my stable 2yr spayed female lab and went on a walk. Had the hardest time getting the owner to let the dog walk behind ours then come up and sniff at last. My girl was chill - oh, hi, lets go walk attitude. Neighbor was SO trying to keep dog AWAY from mine, but in under 10 minutes they were mingling, facing and play-bowing...total friends!! and the neighbor was freaked by the play-bow not understanding its a good thing. Neighbor's mom was absorbing it all and ended admitting they did not realize how sad it was to never let him have dog-friends. Well, we have a start!

[@bordercolliesdownunder7245]

It looks like Griffin is limping on his front right leg. I wonder what happened to Griffins' beautiful GSD tail. Thanks for the demo, Griffin good boy. Great explanations, Joel:)

[@Edward-tp5nc]

Now my 5 month old working line GSD has done pretty good with my slip leash outside. He generally goes right with me. Just getting him to walk beside me is the problem but I think we simply need more practice.

[@robertmuckle2985]

I love Beckmans methods and my wife and I try to employ them to the letter. My only complaint is...I have not yet seen Joel with a truly "leash reactive" dog that even comes close to our 6 month old European Dobermans behavior. Euro Dobbies tend to be "out front" healers and ours is no exception. He slack leash heels like a champ, and sits at every curb/intersection perfectly. BUT...starting around 5 months, he began lunging and barking at any dog we pass, and he gets in a 'zone' where we don't exist, and he's even lashed out at us, and has bitten us out of desperation. We can now only walk him when the coast is clear, which has minimized our opportunities to long walk, which probably adds to his frustration. What a dilema😭

[@JoeR203]

Same thing happened to my when my Dobie was younger. He'd pull like crazy or try to get to another dog and I'd pull back on the leash and he'd come up on me. My arms are scarred to prove it. But he mellowed with age. He'll be 6 years old in November and doesn't try to go after other dogs (except for a Yorkie who always barks at him first) when we walk. I live in a condo complex and there's close to 30 other dogs. He's very friendly and always wants to play. But sadly, many people in the complex have the "That's a Doberman. It's going to kill my dog!" attitude and won't let their dogs play with him, even if their dog is pulling them toward us in an effort to play. There's a vid on my channel of him playing with a smaller dog if you want to see. He plays gently with the small dogs and plays rough with a couple of the dogs that are his size. He's never had a fight with any of them. Give your dog time. He will get better with age.

[@霊像子]

The purpose of sitting and stopping is not just for you to get the expected response. They have to be calm, starting from the doorway. He's said the one in this video is a dog that lashes out towards the person on the end of the leash too, despite walking very nicely when there are no dogs. The reason why you don't see him freak out more viciously is because Joel makes sure that the dog is as calm as possible and he snaps his brain out of this feedback loop whenever he can.

[@robertmuckle2985]

​@@JoeR203Thanks for the encouragement..it's much appreciated!🙏

[@JosephVanderzwart]

One technique to use is, going to a park with high dog traffic, and sitting with your dog nearby the trail where he can calmly observe from a distance. Desensitizing to the other walking dogs. Then gradually decrease the distance. It helped with my dog. Good luck

[@riekaakier1526]

When your dog wants to drive the other dog away, then you always have to increase the distance from the other dog, until he is responsive and trainable again. If your dog wants contact with the other dog and is frustrated that he can't get there, you can do a lot of leash training with him, it will pay off as he gets older!

[@rptrick79]

Left front foot or leg may need checked out?

[@ckelley1234]

Left shoulder

[@denellsullada7697]

Wow, that is amazing!

[@collegeofcool8109]

This is not a terribly leash reactive dog in my opinion. He looks to already be far along with training. Would love to see a video with highly reactive and out of control dog. One with bad walking habits as well, which is common in reactive dogs.

[@lorihoffman6150]

A couple of questions if thats ok? Do you ever use prong collars or e-collars? Are you using a gentle leader here? It’s hard to see it. Is it not true , because another trainer said that pulling or correcting your dog with a gentle leader can hurt their neck , back, etc… also what if you have 2 dogs/ is it important they are consistent with the sides each time/ one always on left and the other always on the right ? Thank you

[@Dogdaddy5561]

@@lorihoffman6150 that is correct. It is dangerous to use the corrections with a head halter should be obvious, but apparently not.

[@lorihoffman6150]

@@Dogdaddy5561 so would you mind telling me what collar you were using? I can’t see what you were actually using? Thank you.

[@rptrick79]

Please allow me to answer, Mr Beckman doesn't use prong collars or e-collars because if used at the wrong time (timing is everything with dog training so you don't reinforce the wrong thing like say if you were using only treats) because they can have an adverse relation to what you're trying to get rid of. Essentially the dog will still do the same unwanted behavior but you won't see the precursors to it, or triggers because of the use of them. Which leaves you "cooked" especially when dealing with a dog that is reactive towards other dogs and aggressive also.. as far as the gentle leader he says down and to the side. Every tool can be used improperly and cause harm if. We are not pulling the dogs head off, it's just stopping and the dog hits the end of the leash. The gentle leader can be weaned off of if you're being consistent with your training If there's any science backed evidence, on the gentle leader destroying dogs when used correctly, like the papers written on aggressive dogs being rehabbed with only treats and kisses. Please post it or show a video.

[@underduress5761]

​@@lorihoffman6150The nerdiot that replied to you is not the channel creator. It's actually someone that hates people and couldn't care less about animals, thinking that dogs do not have a pack mentality and that dominating a dog is harmful to their whittle feewings 😢😢😢 nerdiot is part of a group of other irriots that will never ever ever attempt to train a dog with aggression problems because they have the balls of a hen and a little less mental capacity. Modern psychological behaviorists have published feelings based ideologies on papers in academic circles, but cannot ever show the attempts at force free methods actually working in real life. So they come here to try to derail conversations that might actually help others and help dogs. Yes, Joel uses a gentle leader

[@lorihoffman6150]

@@rptrick79 OK thank you very much for your response. I was just asking I don’t use them, but I don’t have anything against them. Just heard something from another trainer, but you know how it is so many people say different things but I appreciate your response. Thank you.

[@emmathompson-h2z]

Fab video! Will help with my dogs , can you help with a dog that goes low and doesn’t move when a dog is coming towards them….

[@csuanfa]

It's can be a normal thing. Some dogs do that, to show the other dogs, they are not threat for them. This is a way to avoid the conflict, its like a calming signal.

[@User7688.--_]

I think it is ready to bolt at the other dog.

[@User7688.--_]

I really enjoyed this video. The instructions were clear and presented in multiple ways, which helped me remember and understand the content better. Thank you.

[@kathrynsackett]

@@csuanfa it can be but in my dog’s instance, he is looking to reactively lunge. It’s stalking behavior, especially if the dog is staring and then lays down laser focused.

[@csuanfa]

@@kathrynsackett I think you have right. Maybe i misunderstood, sorry, my english is not so good. I was thinking the case, when the dog lays down. But if its a stalking thing, it still not terrible, if not followed an agressive behavior. Also some case its a breed specific thing, some breeds (like border collies) herding with their stare. We dont have enough information i guess.

[@daninic9355]

Great video as always! Is the dog limping?

[@1827Beethoven]

I was just about to reply and say he's got quite a prominent limp. Hope the owner is aware. Could be injury related or early arthritis.

[@keltecdan]

I was dog walking a Papillon for a client that had leash reactivity and was able to eliminate that behavior within a couple weeks. I wasn’t brought in to train him however I wasn’t going to walk a dog with leash reactivity every time either.

[@debilindsey3967]

I’m gonna give this one a try

[@mathewengineri1003]

So, I am fostering a dog who is not treated motivated. I am working on several of the items you talk about which I am loving your methods. What do you recommend for dogs who are not food motivated. I have been using affection, yet I am finding this gets her excited, and I want to be focusing on creating a calm dog. Thank you in advance, and continue to do the amazing work you do!

[@HangryMommy]

What do you do, if you have a dog that "LOVES" to look at the other dogs? Like Griffin, but without the agression?

[@michaeltobin2172]

very helpful; thanks!

[@ihearttheused7]

Unrelated, but the dog also limps (front left shoulder). Wonder if some of the reactivity is also a little pain related?

[@SaiyukiGS]

my dog freaks out when she sees other big dogs but it seems more fear based (was attacked by an off leash big dog in the past). I'm not sure what else to do other than treats

[@insaneshepherd8678]

Ideally, you work on the fear first, e.g. by socializing her with a couple of other well-behaved dogs. After that, if the reactivity doesn't go down by itself, you start correcting.

[@livus3787]

Ooh yes my dog got more frustrated after correction! But we slowly figure out each other, as he nears his 3rd birthday 😅💚 every day a teeny bit better

[@lizapooks]

"im cooked" LMAOO

[@clairemacland8798]

To echo what someone else has said here, this dog is slightly limping on one of his front legs. You can see it by his head nodding as he walks. Something to look at if it keeps happening. Other than that, a really helpful video.

[@magdalenstepek9890]

Is there a particular brand or type of lead that you prefer or like? TY

[@watchmoivies123]

I’m wondering if the trainer and I believe his name is Joel will ever come out and tell us that he made a mistake to train his dog that was limping maybe he’s just gonna ignore it

[@SonjaBlau]

Is the dog limping with his fromtlegs?

[@Dogdaddy5561]

Any responsible trainer would notice his walking gait right away. Either pain in joints, or very hot pavement.

[@SonjaBlau]

@@Dogdaddy5561 Thanks, this I tought, too, but was not sure. So now I can think that Joel just didn`t talk about it in the video. Greetings from Germany, I am a German, who likes dogs and watching the practical work that Joel shows in his channel. I don't like his podcasts, but this doen't matter. 🌞🌝

[@sophiarideout9250]

I noticed his lameness instantly, one of those front feet is giving him trouble.

[@michaelhopwood1179]

is it ever ok to allow them to play with these dogs AFTER they are calm and not pulling and jumping? Playing off leash is our lab’s favorite thing in the world but we are working on impulse control first and then gets released to play. Is it mixing messages too much?

[@thesillyfrench9352]

Something wrong with the dog, struggle walking normally (limping or something). I was waiting the whole video hoping for a word or two to explain, but nothing, just harsh corrections on a dog struggling already. And what if the aggression was related to pain? With no explanation, can only speculate and wondering what is going on here.

[@Rodrigo-oj8pd]

Muy buen video. Gracias

[@phalanxk9]

the dog actually stopped but the leash pop wasn't very necessary and wasn't a fair correction

[@LadyDisdain3]

I really want to see a video of walking a leash reactive dog by a fence that has reactive dogs on the other side whom you can’t control. Cause that’s my number one issue right now.

[@bumetyanuba4231]

My Labrador is not aggressive but he likes to approach any animals and humans he sees on the road..

[@eskimojoe2117]

Man I can’t tell you how many of your videos like this I’ve watched and this describes my dog to a tee. Have a prong collar and he started reacting to the corrections with it when locked on to other dogs and I believe it’s made him worse. Got a gentle leader and going to try this. He does great with the stop method but I he is an “in front” walker too

[@aubreyjeffrey1459]

Your dog is associating the trigger to the correction, this will make it worse no matter what tool you use. Opt for positive reinforcement and your life will change

[@Whispertarot]

Fab video 🙌 but is it me and the dog is limping??

[@abhaysingh4875]

Please help me can I do all this training with my 5 month old golden retriever or he is too small for this??? Please tell me

[@christopherkusek1362]

garanteed going down the hill to save joel was more interesting to him than being inturrupted over and over again by joel when he was checking out the fluffy monster. 👍

[@Crazeywolflover]

I am a pet sitter and I have a few clients that would benefit from your way of training Joel. To bad you don't live in Colorado, I'd be referring people to you quite a lot. XD

[@robinjennings88]

Gentle leader was the only way i could walk my 80# catahoula leopard hound. Her prey drive was super high. I called her my serial killer. Nothing was safe from her if it came our backyard. Squirrels, birds, racoons,ect. So if she saw a squirrel on the walk she wanted to catch it. She's been gone a year and i miss her everyday.

[@joannecharamella2094]

You mentioned staring. I noticed 3 dogs in my neighborhood who stare down my dog. My dog reacts aggressively toward those 3 dogs. He ignores other dogs, bicycles, kids. Whats going on? Are those dogs challenging or intimidating him? Can he outgrow his fear?

[@alexisallen7916]

What kind of leash? Will this work on a toy poodle that barks/ reactive towards humans and dogs

[@jessmayo]

I’m curious why you default to using seeing a husky as an example. I have a husky, she’s been attacked twice, and is now super on edge with dogs. Is this just a husky thing?

[@devvilboyy676767]

So my dog somehow figured out that she can be more aggressive when the gentle leader is off, but as soon as she sees it becomes the most behaved girl in the world. All bad behaviors go away, with gentle leader on. Bad behaviors come back, with gentle leader off. Since she hates the gentle leader because she knows she's no longer in control, I've been using the act of putting it on as a correction method. Put it on for a little bit, she calms down, and I take it off. Feedback would be greatly appreciated.

[@JessicaW270]

What about when your trying to train a 17 week old puppy for leash reacting but she won’t always look at me and pay attention. Following your puppy video methods from 3 yrs ago…

[@K9_Queen]

😂 the almost fall was a close call. Always look behind first. We can’t have you on crutches Joel!

[@LeonBosset]

I like the general leader, but I can't keep my dog from staring at another dog with it. I had to go back to a pinch collar to even have a chance to get his (partial) attention.

[@ShawnaDoyle-q6d]

What age do you start using a gentle leader ?

[@Bboxedd]

hey just wondering if it's ok is there any tips I can get to help my dog to stop chewing on furniture and just on everything @BDTraining

[@rptrick79]

Give it something it is allowed to chew on and get it some more exercise.

[@Bboxedd]

@@rptrick79 yea we put out balls and a lot of toys every day before we leave and take him on 30 min walk but he still just chews on everything he is like a couple months old but idk he is a kelpie cross greyhound I think

[@CallOnJesus]

Is he limping??

[@BarracudaB68]

That's what I thought too

[@sandervanwesting9316]

Looks like it

[@nixe4912]

Left back leg - either knee or hip - definitely something not right

[@adriel1788]

What muzzle/leash is being used in all of these videos?

[@armandhammer2235]

I don't understand why trainers like Beckman don't use markers before the corrections and rewards. It's Pavlovian and balanced training to use markers.

[@lisalindberg9980]

is he limpimg?

[@iggyppup]

L/F leg appears to have a problem?