Belgian Malinois: Barking and Lunging on Leash

[@bellekwok4323]

Thank you so much to have a dog trainer who actually uses positive-reinforcing method. It is the best method to educate aggressive dog, especially dog with fearful aggression issue.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Belle Kwok thank you! Appreciate your kind response to the video and training. Always trying to find new ways of illustrating the power of positive reinforcement training in behavior modification. Glad we are able to connect in this way. Thank you again for taking time to write in. Best, Alyssa Rose

[@luxorien]

Nice to see scientifically accurate content on aggression. 💜

[@legendsdogtraining]

Thank you.

[@widiatoti747]

Love your dog , smart dog ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍

[@legendsdogtraining]

Thank you! I am very fond of him too. He belongs to my client, but whenever I train with a dog they begin to feel like my family too. Best, Alyssa Rose

[@TellMeAboutYourDog]

LOVE your channel. Would love to have you as our guest on our Yappy Hour livestream each Thursday at 8pm EST to talk about your journey with your dog.

[@lucasross4007]

Hmmm, interesting I suppose each Mal is different I adopted an apox 11 month old(I’m the third attempted owner) from the humane society a couple weeks ago and other than the excessive amounts of energy and the nipping he’s been a good dog. He’s very friendly(submissive), wants to say hi to every dog and person he encounters. He does pull hard on the leash when he sees other beings but so far it’s not aggressive. He’s not much of a barker unless it’s related to his severe separation anxiety.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Hey, Thanks for writing in. Hope things are continuing to move in the right direction. I would say it usually takes about 3 months to see the full range of a dog's behavior. Desirable behaviors, and sometimes less desirable behaviors ... If at any point you do need more support and guidance, let me know. My website is www.legendsdogtraining.com I offer online classes for behavioral training and one-on-one consultations. Best, Alyssa Rose

[@ChantaltheFrency]

Oh nice name Tintin (Belgian) and he is a Belgian malinois. Belgian shepherds are extremely high in energy. In Belgium they work on farms and in the police forces or military ... Need a lots of mental stimulation and exercise!!! Not for owner that are not very active... I know this, I grew up with these dogs. Greetz from Belgium.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@matthewbroome4408]

One hint. Protein levels in the diet relate to the energy levels in the Mally. Mine is now 9 years old and has been on a protein level of 6 to 8% daily. This does not stop her being an amazing 'door bell'.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Thanks for commenting. A well balanced diet is key to a dog's physical and behavioral well-being - but as you noted - good nutrition and good training still can't compete with genetics. A good Malinois is the only security system you really need. Thanks for watching and writing in. Best, Alyssa Rose

[@mariadelrosariotorres7694]

Mi perrito 🥺❤🐕‍🦺❤

[@ericclaeyborn7008]

I have a German Shepherd, and any dog breed that is known to be aggressive, needs to be trained 24/7 while a puppy. The first thing I taught my German Shepherd puppy was to not bite, by putting my hand firmly around her muzzle and saying,"Don't bite!". I didn't like the thought of getting sued by my neighbors, or my grandkids getting bit. At 10 1/2 yrs old, she's been the ideal family dog. BTW... I love the Belgian Malinois dogs, too.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Hey! Thanks for watching. German Shepherds and the Belgian Malinois are amazing dogs. It's worth noting that puppy biting is very different than aggressive biting. It's also important to note that holding a puppy or adult dog's muzzle shut can result in a dog becoming hand shy (moving away or becoming defensive with approaching hands). For anyone that may be reading this comment and wants more information about the best way of addressing playful biting. or mouthing - you can go to a video I created on the subject: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnfPhoiAfJV5oNk If you want more information about working through barking, lunging and biting you can look through my youtube video library related to "aggressive behavior." kzbin.info Whether you are raising a pit bull, a german shepherd or a chihuahua - the approach to helping dogs work through biting is the same. Eric, thank you again for watching and commenting. It sounds like you have a truly wonderful dog! Best wishes to you and your family. - Alyssa Rose

[@konashepherd7402]

This is exactly the reason why reputable breeders won’t sell Mals to random, inexperienced people. These are great dogs with the right owner. Do your research and don’t make your dog suffer because you don’t know what you’re doing.

[@julietaa7920]

Help me please, i am almost in the same action.. My belgian Malinois is hating the cats.. i don t know what to do anymore, now is pulling on leash wihtout seeing one ( places where usual see cats..) PLS HELP !

[@legendsdogtraining]

Hi Alexandra, would you have any interest in an online class? I run classes that focus on training exercises that promote calm, connected behavior. The same training foundation exercises completed by the dog in this video. The “calm connections” and “reactive dog” would both be beneficial for the challenges you’re having. The calm connections class starts com/live-classes/

[@NafetSoma]

The hard lest part about training a good dog is teaching other people boundaries that may contaminate your hard work. Everybody especially kids and other dog want to meet my dog. If you train them in public they’ll be better prepared for outside distractions between you and your dogs communication

[@shelbywalsh1876]

My Mal Bonnie is showing the same tendencies as Tin Tin. She’s 5 months and has started to have aggressive reactions even though she’s in puppy school. I’m worried we’re not in the right training course for her. Do you have any advice for how to know if the training is right for her.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Hi Shelby, how is everything going with your puppy? Let me know if you still want to connect for a consultation or training. Best, Alyssa Rose

[@leahmiranda2403]

“I thought this was gonna be easy” 😂😂😂

[@legendsdogtraining]

Healthy, happy puppies are usually the ones that create the most mischief. Quiet puppies usually have a lot more going on beneath the surface than meets the eye. ;) Thanks for watching, and for your response. Do you have a Malinois? - Best, Alyssa Rose www.legendsdogtraining.com

[@kannanjohny145]

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[@legendsdogtraining]

kannan Johny thanks for watching!

[@rainbowsunicorns3585]

The shape and age of this woman, she’s physically incapable of keeping up with this breed. And the yard in the city ? Yikes, Maligators need a lot of exercise and space. This whole video sounded more like an advertisement for what to do if you buy a dog you didn’t do your research on and then end up crying cause it’s not what you imagined. But I mean to be fair, the training at the end was top notch, got it down with the dog being willing to participate and without negative reinforcement.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Hey, Thanks for watching. A lot of people fall in love with physical traits, like a dog's look, but are not completely aware of the training that is required. This is true of working breeds, but really any dog could fall into this category. Fortunately, she was very willing to do the work once she understood what he needed. For me, that's what matters the most. Out of curiosity ... what yard in the city? I don't think that was a part of the video. This woman actually had a canyon right in her backyard. Thanks again for watching and taking the time to write in. Best, Alyssa Rose www.legendsdogtraining.com

[@tomjames1285]

seent it donet it past it, Mal's aint house dogs, their your companion till they die. High drive to the maxium, the energy they have, if you don't expend it properly, it'll become big problem long term.

[@legendsdogtraining]

tom james I agree. They are amazing, but you have to know how to put all the brain and brawn to good use. They are not your typical dog. Thanks for watching. - Alyssa Rose www.legendsdogtraining.com

[@calftobeefwexfordpaul1482]

I do not care what anyone says the best and only training method for anyone with any breed of dog where they don't want them aggressive to cars,bikes,people is loads of socialising from the very first day, sit them in front of passing cars from day one and walk them in busy areas from day one they need to think its normal

[@legendsdogtraining]

Hey! Thanks for writing in. Some dogs are more prone to being nervous or reactive. Meeting 100 people, or 100 dogs in the first few weeks of months, and going to loud, busy environments can be counter-productive for a good percentage of puppies. While many people assume this would "desensitize" the dog to these triggers, sometimes the opposite is true, sometimes the dog becomes "sensitized." I have collected behavior histories on thousands of dogs and I can say that in some cases over-exposure is just as problematic as under-exposure and can be the reason that some dogs become aggressive. I would say it comes down to reading the dog (body language and behavior) and being receptive to their needs, rather than having a one size fits all recommendation. Best, Alyssa

[@Aeris357]

“I bought him on Craigslist” yikes, the main ingredient in the recipe for disaster 😬

[@legendsdogtraining]

It's true, this was one of my first thoughts, but he's actually a really lovely dog. Like any Malinois, he just needs problems to solve and positive training to help him work through reactive tendencies that are so common with the breed. Thanks for watching! - Alyssa Rose

[@ericclaeyborn7008]

Why? Getting a 9 week old Belgian Malinois was probably a steal on Craig's List. I would have bought it, if I didn't already have a German Shepherd. I love athletic, quick, fast, and intelligent dogs... and the Malinois is that kind of a dog.

[@overundersidewaysdown]

I bought my 4 year old Malinois, Paladin on Craigslist for $200. I'll bet he's a better dog than whatever you bought, from any licensed breeder...or whatever.

[@chaosbureau]

I got 2 knpv mals they’re no joke at all getup and go definitely not for the faint of heart.

[@legendsdogtraining]

It's true! I think it's very common to fall in love with the way these dogs look, but not understand that they need daily mental and physical workouts. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Alyssa Rose

[@kcsilverwing4263]

No THATS training! No force or pain!

[@legendsdogtraining]

@KC Silverwing thank you!

[@kcsilverwing4263]

@@legendsdogtraining Your very welcome, keep up the good work!

[@brasinovic]

I dont know why all you people having problems with raising your dogs..treat a dog like a dog and not a little Baby and you will not get a dog thats fucked up in the head

[@malanois]

dont think she realises its a working dog.

[@legendsdogtraining]

Thanks for watching. It's all about how hard someone is going to work to meet a dog's needs, and she's doing the work. - Alyssa Rose

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[@kevinbaker2401]

if u cant keep the dog ill take the dog. im a trainer

[@legendsdogtraining]

I feel the same way, I would take take him in a heart beat. Such a great dog, I was so happy to have had the chance to work with him and his family. Best, Alyssa