Critical Stages in Puppy Development 8 to 10 weeks - Introducing leash compliance

[@ohcysp0248]

I've never seen a 9 week old puppy that calm.

[@AppropriateActionLLC]

Alway good to have a gauge nearby. Keep up spreading the good word.

[@John-vm1ou]

This guy is a legend, but deserves to be a star.

[@Kovidkillermalinois]

Love it! You keep me from being heavy handed. I am breaking old school mindset so I love watching these

[@blakematousek2255]

Love the Shotgun!

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

This is a very obedient puppy dog!

[@Dildobaggins70]

Wow that puppy has some good Pawsture

[@littleninjai222]

Great focus on that Mal pup with the "goodballs" bolted in. 😂

[@thetruth6665]

the crunching sounds of that treat is making me hungry

[@robertthigpen7648]

Love the rifle in the background! 🤣 Our kinda folks

[@LuisVazquez-xi2yq]

All your videos are awesome

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

Wow!! I just put on a collar on my 8 week old Newfie She was not complying!! I let her drag it around for a bit but she most definitely pulls against

[@kayhalsey]

Thank you so much for this video!!

[@HurleyBrley]

Pretty looking dog...

[@panosab]

Great video and info. Thank you!

[@kellynewbury7882]

What do you suggest using for reward if the dog isn't really food motivated? What kind of treats do YOU give? Maybe I need to try different things.

[@Nini26651]

These videos are AMAZING! Thank you so much for taking the time to post them. Stonnie are you ever concerned about taking them out before they get their 12 week shots? We're first timers and want to exercise & train outside, but have been told to keep them in our apartment as the vet was worried about parvo, being in the city.

[@StonnieDennis]

That's a personal decision, and the answer depends on local environmental conditions, the puppy's physical resilience, and the owner's risk tolerance.

[@Nini26651]

Thanks for responding! Again, these videos are AMAZING! Thank you so much for making them!

[@wildog47]

I was worried about that same thing. but I've decided ultimately I live in a busy big city and the socialization is more important than anything. doing lower traffic areas after first shots then higher traffic areas after second shots. I domt think waiting til 16 weeks is a good idea in my opinion. not depends on what you want at the end. fyi seeing eye dogs start their training at 8 or 10 weeks going everywhere o went to u o guelph and lots of future guide dogs out everywhere at 8 weeks

[@e.a.1548]

@@wildog47 NO! You can walk them outside if they don't interact with others dogs, but without shots social interaction is a big no.

[@wildog47]

@@e.a.1548 I didn't say social interaction. I said SOCIALIZATION. Which is totally different. Socialization in low traffic areas mean takinnf them out to see people places and things. It doesnt mean tossing them in a dog park

[@speckled0stars]

What do I do if my dog keeps chewing on the leash, thinking it's a toy (or probably just doesn't like it)?

[@UjwalSandeep]

Get him something else to chew on.

[@CoolterpBro]

Why is there a shotgun in the background haha. Love the video

[@StonnieDennis]

Communists...

[@lokiodin]

because he's awesome

[@elricdemelnibone5241]

You kill me. ^^

[@fallenleaf.931]

and now for some targeting... 😂

[@seriouslyson6559]

Communist lol. I only scrolled down just to read what people were saying. I just want everyone to relax because it won't assault anyone. Love the videos. Thank you.

[@scottriley1913]

Everyone should have a Sheppard and a Mossberg just like that. At least if they live in the United States of America.

[@palashus]

Love these videos

[@jmart5302]

Thanks sir

[@maliksmith7074]

What if the puppy is more interested in playing or just isn’t responding well

[@Armflail]

you have to exercise it first .........

[@maliksmith7074]

emy i asked the question because my dog doesn’t respond well with treats. She isn’t as food or treat motivated like most dogs I’ve had or my other two dogs. She’s more into other people and dogs not treats. So her attention span is no where near the dog he’s training here even with treats.....

[@hazarsoysal146]

@@maliksmith7074 you dont feed your puppy a whole meal just make sure its exercised and a lil hungry also your answer is at the videos watch them

[@e.a.1548]

@@maliksmith7074 if she's not food motivated try pets or "good giiiirl" in a specific tone that follows the pets

[@ravenridgehomestead4596]

My two pups are 13 weeks now.. we practice a few times a day..one pup is definitely smarter than the other. " Down" command is mastered by one. And still have to target focus the other one. It's frustrating that I can't move first pup to a new level of training

[@arminghandi4848]

Why do you have the dog stand on the box when you are training her?

[@Salty-cracker68]

Armin Ghandi so he doesn’t destroy his back

[@Kovidkillermalinois]

I use it for confidence and balance. Plus it keeps them in one spot and let's them know it's work time. My pup loves his stage

[@sherbear604]

What kind of kibble works best? And, what kibble is good for puppy?

[@peterlostroh8709]

I noticed the role over play dead training tool in the corner.

[@StonnieDennis]

LOL...never far...

[@peterlostroh8709]

We use them to train the Dingo.

[@theshewolfe]

I always keep my gun handy.... What's the kettle bell for?

[@fatfullday]

Darn... wish i had seen this method a week ago. Would have made leash train far more fun for the both of us. haha

[@madtine]

Is that a regular puppy food your giving?

[@leashkapeesh454]

I wondered the same thing

[@XXLNative]

@@leashkapeesh454 yes its puppy food. Puppy's are really food motivated when young.

[@jmart5302]

Nice

[@margaretmeaker2830]

Stonnie . How u do teach them (malinois puppies) not to want to bite u all the time.. (obviously later on in life u need them as protection dogs so what that biting ability)..im battling with the "balance" aspect...dont want to discourage the biting too much (or do you?..im very unsure about this aspect..). My puppy now 9 weeks and im trying to follow ur pattern (barring i dont have a obstacle course like yours)..any ideas on how one can do a DYI one using normal stuff. Would appreciate ur help/input..

[@akhiker01]

What food do you prefer for your pups and i am assuming you are using that throughout the day for training. Thank you

[@carmas54]

Nice M4

[@GBW175]

Mossberg590?😎👍🏻🇺🇸

[@mikeboucard8535]

What do you use for training treats .? Do you use what ever it is you’re feeding .? which brings me to the $64,000 question What do you feed your dogs .?

[@IAMHENRYTHEGREAT]

4:00 fun part starts

[@munando]

Really curious, Stonnie, what kind of leash do you recommend for a puppy (and also adult, for that matter)-slip or snap leash? My lady n’ I are about to pick up our Korthals Griffon lil boy in a few weeks! Jazzed. Great channel, brother. Really havin’ a ball goin’ thru your videos.

[@ferunner6160]

I can't do that with my puppy Malinois because she's bitting me really hard all the time while we are trying this, she goes crazy when she sees, or smell food. She has 8 weeks. She won't be still, and calm not even a second on the box, just jumping and bitting 😅 What should I do? She knows how to play with ball, and to give it back, but this.. Total failure 🙄

[@toastmaster425]

thanks for the videos Stonnie, they're my go-to for learning, always informative and very cool. how critical are the weeks? I just brought home a 12 wk old dutch/mal mix a few days ago, we're working on imprinting and some basic commands while trying to socialize and housebreak as well. I worry that she's past some of her prime imprinting time and it may be challenging

[@StonnieDennis]

Anthony Falzarano Not too late at all. Anytime you can get started before 16 or 18 weeks things work out just fine, it just takes a bit more patience and perseverance. Most of the dogs that I get for in kennel training are between 13 and eighteen weeks and I don't have a bit of trouble with them. Good luck!

[@batmanbeyond3695]

I have been looking for these kind of puppies I have heard they were good for runners like track and cross country

[@woofy548]

Batmanbeyond _378 there are a million types of dogs that are good runners. I can tell you have very little experience with Malinois, dont get one unless you know the breed. PLEASE.

[@malinoistraining8224]

I have a Malinois. i would recommend this breed to no-one that don't have a big dog experience or get plenty of help from professional trainers. i have had dogs for more than 20 years before getting a malinois. And she's keeping me busy! NOT a breed for beginners.

[@chrisginoc]

Malinois training How would you compare a Belgian Malinois to an Australian Cattle Dog's drive? I really want a Malinois as my next dog. I think I am ready, but I am just gathering as much info as possible. My cattle dog loves to work (fetch,tug, run, commands), and I deeply enjoy training him. There is nothing like the bond you create with a dog that wants to train and aims to please. Thx for any insight.

[@malinoistraining8224]

im not to familiar with the ACD. but its a working dog and i would expect it to be high on drive as well as maintenance. edit: sorry but i misread that. My Malinois isextremely high on drive. Comparoing to cars i would say shes a Formula 1 car. extremely easy to train but also extremely easy to mess up with. if you go with a malionois id suggest a lot of tracking and nose work. this tires them out, eventually..

[@chrisginoc]

Malinois training Thanks! Great info. My cattle dog is relentless at times. I am sure a Belgian Malinois would be even more work than I already have on my hands. The biggest reason why I would want one would be their desire to train. I think maybe in a year or two I will get a Malinois. once I have fully raised my pup.

[@preparedlife3114]

What kind of snacks do you use? Just got a malinois x and don't know what to use yet

[@cousinphilbo7859]

Stonnie, what do you use for the treats? Sounds like marbles in a bowel!

[@ajlavilla]

Lmao shotgun by the door

[@luannejohnson2734]

Stonnie I have a 10 month old lab/Rottweiler mix. She eats everything on the ground outside but she has a weak stomach so she gets sick. What should I do?

[@fallenleaf.931]

Luanne Johnson maybe try distracting her with a toy while walking around, so that she stays focused on you and to keep her mouth busy :)

[@notlisztening9821]

I wish my pup showed any kind of interest in food. It's so much harder and more frustrating to give them any kind of direction, when you have no easy way to reward them for good behaviour

[@judymiller5154]

how's it going? usually it work if you train right before a meal so they are actually hungry. other choice is using a high value treat like raw liver or heart.

[@mariaenroth7058]

Have you thought about teaching these type of commands by shaping instead?

[@StonnieDennis]

What, specifically, are you asking? This is a very good demonstration of "shaping"...

[@mariaenroth7058]

Stonnie Dennis Ah, sorry English isn't my mother tongue. By shaping I meant what's also known as clicker training. :) What I see here is luring.

[@StonnieDennis]

Maria Harteva Marker training with a clicker, is still just marker training. I believe you may be confused with your terminology, as marker trainer Is dependant upon targeting/luring except when "free shaping". In this video, I'm specifically working on teaching leash compliance, postural differentiation, and a teeny bit of vocal cue discrimination.

[@mariaenroth7058]

Stonnie Dennis Oh crap, yeah you're right. Thanks for your thoughtful answer! I'm from the Nordic countries where clicker training refers to free shaping and only that. As in the dog offers behaviour and gets rewarded for each step closer. Our oldest shepherd has been trained to agility with it, our youngster Dobermann is trained for IPO with it and our puppy shepherd will be trained obedience with it. I know it's a big questionmark since it's usually associated with teaching the dog tricks. It was a big step for us too to try out but I'm happy we did. :) Again thank you so much for the explanation!

[@StonnieDennis]

Maria Harteva No worries. If you will watch my other videos, you will notice that I do the majority of my training in an open environment, with lots of other dogs running around and playing. I try to shape the environment and let the environment shape the pups. In my particular situation, using sound markers can cause a bit of confusion. But I'm a big fan of using markers when it comes to behavior chains that require a high degree of precision.

[@Severd666]

What treats do you use while training? I have a 9 week old Malinoi coming this weekend 😁

[@coltonnunez3027]

I like using their normal food intake. For breakfast i give my pup half her food and use the rest for training so I don’t have to buy treats.

[@shawnmcdougal5649]

What do you use for treats? I have a 5 month old lab/boxer mix. Trying to train her good!

[@mercswifejl]

Shawn McDougal If I may be so bold.....ur best training treats are the puppies kibble. No worries of upset belly....doggy butt trumpet lol.....and you will actually ration it (make sure that the puppy is HUNGRY when training). Take about half the kibble you would feed the pup at a meal and make the pup "work" to get the food. It's a win-win.

[@mssburr]

Has he answered anyone on the type of treat being used during his training... I would hate for him to keep getting the same question... But I dont see where he has answered the question... I may have just missed it...

[@hazel555]

@@mssburr i am guessing its just the regular dry dog food and a hungry puppy.

[@veto7767]

What is that kind of leash called?

[@wildog47]

Vitaliy Chizhik it is a slip lead. my favorite is the mendota brand ones. but lots of companies make them

[@gritcrit4385]

how do you make those treats?

[@Here_Today_]

That's a portion of its daily kibble

[@leashkapeesh454]

do you starve then to train?

[@e.a.1548]

@@leashkapeesh454 obviously no

[@leowastaken659]

are we just gonna ignore that shotgun in the bacground

[@janertjanert4227]

Hahahahaha.

[@viper4371]

Any one else notice that shotgun lol🤣

[@shivachalla233]

Price female dogs

[@iwonder-t1r]

Love the gate crashers 😄

[@chrisginoc]

Stonnie, would you be able to make a video based on secondary reinforcers? I know we live in a world where people think treat training is a means to an end, but not all dogs prefer treats or food. Some prefer to work for play whether it be tug, fetch, etc. My cattle dog doesn't care for his food or treats as rewards. His parents worked stock on a cattle ranch in California so i think it's more genetic than anything. Our training has skyrocket as soon as I ditched food and switched to secondary reinforcers. Thx.

[@StonnieDennis]

The bottom line is genetics rule the day with habit taking a close second. All dog training strategies and techniques are simply ways to stack enough repetitions to create habits. That's why there's so much argument; pretty much any methodology can be used successfully as long as the dog has the proper genetic tendencies, the methodology is implemented correctly, and the trainer is has realistic timeline preferences.

[@austyn5004]

You just described both my heeler girls to a T! They're not very treat motivated at all but they sure love verbal praise and a quick game of tug

[@jonsommet]

I have two 1 week olds. I am so excited for this stage.

[@laurenml1222]

Love your training vids!!! I’ve always trained my own dogs (labs)... but it’s been 12 years, my Black lab passed in January. I’ll be getting TWO pups in May (Shelties).. would love any tips when training two!

[@sweetywolf1362]

What's the breed? German Shepherd? Belgian Malinois?

[@margaretmeaker2830]

Belgium malinois.

[@sweetywolf1362]

@@margaretmeaker2830 thanks :) he is beautiful! ❤

[@ALPHAJACK78]

Love your videos Stonnie ! Keep up the great work.