Did the Doberman mean to bite her? Handling bold dogs.

[@underworldbean3942]

Incredible owners, they immediately listened and tried their best. People always assume a naughty dog has bad owners, but that’s not true all the time. I love rescue dogs but they aren’t for everyone, I’m glad this Doberman found them.

[@Flexb123]

Blaming the owners is the easy diagnosis.

[@underworldbean3942]

@@Flexb123 Im going to quote that from now on lol

[@CristanioPeweyyy]

A disobedient dog depends on its up bringing, it could be trauma, bad training, abuse, fighting or even mental disorders.

[@CristanioPeweyyy]

@Joshua Jones Bad owners pay a part too, many factors lead to a dogs behaviour.

[@bslizardette4669]

Very true. My dog's original owner wasn't a bad one, he just wasn't equipped to deal with a dominant dog with a neurological anxiety disorder when he simply wanted to rescue a puppy for company; almost put the dog down at 20 months after he bit a child. Now the dog is medicated and lives a carefully controlled life with little surprises but loads of new experiences to help him deal with being uncomfortable at times. It's been wonderful almost 7 years we've had so far but I definitely can't say they have been easy. Same owner tried to rescue another dog some years later and I unfortunately heard afterwards that that dog had also been put down because the owner had a mental breakdown and couldn't rehome the dog after it developed behavioral issues. (This one was also less than 2 years old). I told him that he should not get any more rescues if he doesn't have the mental resources to deal with the unknown package that he'll receive. I managed to convince him not to get a dog until he has himself in order, and even then he now plans to just get a labrador retriever where he knows what he'll be getting. I am so sad that he didn't give me a chance to save the life of his second dog, though because he thought "I was busy enough with the previous one."

[@topcatwarrior]

This gorgeous Doberman lucked out being adopted by this couple. Not only are they proactive in getting the help they need, they are open to learning and are doing great so far. With time, they will have a wonderful and well behaved companion. As the owner of a bold dog, getting a handle on how to channel that boldness is key. Thanks for another helpful video.👏

[@CristanioPeweyyy]

@Joshua Jones Bro imagine someone buying you and rearranging your ears, leave the dogs alone lol

[@mnj640]

​@Joshua Jones dope

[@latarciaragland3858]

Blessed not lucky!!🙏🏾🥰

[@mnj640]

In Australia lucked out means the opposite

[@chrisyarnold4934]

Exactly the combination of what they both said for me. New 3yr old male Dobe, laying down, I leant over him, got a growl, told him no, continued and got a smack to the face with teeth. Wasn't a bite, I would have been in hospital given how he eats. He fully realised what he did and took off 100 miles an hour outside and wouldn't come back in. However, after correctly establishing the relationship, there has been no situation where anything like it has happened and is one of the most gentle and thoughtful dogs I have come across. With any animal, you can't assume they are comfortable with the world in a new situation.

[@HanahBanananana]

It seems to me the woman has a strong bond to the dog, he just needs to know to work his energy, and I believe she can guide him to become a great dog! Good luck to the couple and good job 🙌

[@jillsy2815]

It's so fantastic how the owners kept loving him even after that bite and the difficulty with boldness. Praise God for good people in this world! I would love to see more of his training and how he did with Prince🐾❤️

[@Flutterby411]

When my dog was a younger dog she did the jump at me - she used to do it more to other people visiting but even faster - excitement and play. No mouthing though. She is more paws-on. Boldness is the perfect way to describe her. A kind of horse-play, meant in fun, not aggression. I was standing facing a woodheater this time my dog jumped at my back and ended up with a 2nd degree burn to my palm as it came out of no where. I think my scream shocked her so much she never did that again.... thid Doberman got lucky to be adopted by this couple - they understand him.

[@sibeldjc1864]

This Doberman sure looks scary, he’s huge!! Glad he’s in such good hands, and the lady looks so sweet (she reminds me of my daughter, so maybe I’m a little biased lol ❣️) Also, I felt so bad for you guys because of the rain!!! That’s when I realized I never saw a video of yours where you had bad weather 😂

[@tuckerstevens9689]

He's in San Diego. Probably the best weather city/area in the US.

[@lizj3815]

I’m so blessed to have found your channel. You actually give me hope for my 3 year old dobi mix when I have had none. Thank you SO MUCH. We won’t ever be able to pay for your services but am so thankful for your content you post on YT.

[@lynneperg6853]

I had standard Poodles for years. If I could afford it I would still have one.. structurally they are much like Dobermen with fuzzy coats. They used those long noses like hands. There were a couple of them who enjoyed poking their squeaky toys to make the toy squeak. Very intelligent dogs but seeing one doesn't result in the automatic backup response that a Doberman creates. The ones I raised were highly trained but still protective. "Come" and "leave it" were two of the essential commands I taught them. I love your videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@Godiscoming888]

I have a Spoo as well. I think it's the paws that are dangerous.. they use their paws alot. I've been slapped by my boy before lol. He also slaps when he plays with other dogs. Very handsy.

[@luckydubefan808]

Good thing both owners are tall people and don't fall when he jumps

[@deedeemommy2312]

I’ve had to use the knee technique a few times. Not KNEEING the dog, but using it as a barrier so they understand that they will not like the jumping or charging consequences. Ive also used pivoting at the last second, and then sliding them around from their backside to redirect them, with a sharp “NO.” Then ignoring them, bc they are too high energy once they are in play mode.

[@someusername4129]

The knee technique is very helpful in setting boundaries with dogs that are out of their minds. I have been asking visitors to do this with my corgi who is a habitual jumper and the way it has changed his energy so quickly when meeting people is actually amazing. He is shocked to learn that other people will knee him as well even though I don't tolerate him jumping on me. You are right when they are in that "mode" it's like the lights are on and no one is home in their brains!

[@moniquepagano3555]

THANK YOU FOR THIS!!! I have a 11 month old boxer who is EXACTLY like this , every issue this Doberman has , mine does , launching mouthing the attitude and did the same open mouth thing to me when laying down . I NEEDED THIS !! I swear I couldn’t have asked for a better episode.

[@ItzCornucopia]

My Australian shepherd use to be like this too and it was sooo frustrating! It took a lotta hard work and consistency to get him to stop, but he doesn’t do it anymore and it’s so nice…

[@WollongongSkyWatch]

My 6.5mth-old boxer x staffy (looks like a mastiff) has never jumped on me, nor has he ever mouthed me. Yes, he sure has tried, but from 9wks old I simply got up and walked into another room, leaving him on his own and without the reward of my company. It's hard to not speak when the dog does these things: don't / stop/ get down, etc, but if we remember all voice is reward, it's easier to stop these unwanted behaviours quickly and with much less frustration or even injury.

[@ItzCornucopia]

@@WollongongSkyWatch I wish I had my dog when he was a puppy.. there were so many problems he came with that I could have prevented, but I am so greatful for all the dog trainer KZbinrs that helped me learn what to do with him! ^^ He’s now a SD and is 1000% better than he was my first 5 months with him 😅

[@WollongongSkyWatch]

@@ItzCornucopia you have done a great job with him! I'm sure his life is far better than it was previously. Well done. :)

[@ItzCornucopia]

@@WollongongSkyWatch thank you!!! I worked so hard, and had to do it all by myself! Dog trainers on KZbin helped both my dog and I tremendously!! ^^

[@MissSuzapalooza]

They are such beautiful dogs. And well done to great owners. ❤

[@fatkidsdontrun9394]

Oh man I would reprimand my dog so fast if he jumped and mouthed me like that! What a beautiful dog! He's clearly smart he will learn fast, thanks for the video Joel

[@Ambrocio-qr6es]

Would love to see some training sessions with this dog during that week that he stayed with you

[@gtiernan1]

me, too!

[@flagal519]

Me, too !

[@tubeiferous]

Agree

[@roackyroad585crunch8]

He's such a beautiful boy, I'm so glad these owners know what they're doing and understand that they need help with him.

[@tiffanymonti2782]

Gorgeous dog.. I love dogs.. I give the owners a lot of credit for there awareness ability to forgive and not hold a grudge, and ask for support

[@byronn.2885]

We recently adopted a female Doberman that is now 17 months old. She spent most her life outside with very little contact with the family, had no training and wouldn’t even respond to her name. She is super bold like this dog, loves rough play and mouthing. I refer to her snout as a heat seeking missile. She is very challenging to train but has a great temperament. She has not shown any aggressive behaviors and welcomes strangers into our home. I match her intensity when she is acting wild but it just seems to excite her more. I definitely need to curb nosing and jumping up at people though as it isn’t acceptable.

[@ScaryFear]

I really liked this video. Helped me a lot. I'm a first time dog owner and have a 9 month old female doberman. I've had these issues when she was younger but thanks to your videos she won't jump on me anymore. She did get me from behind only once I will never turn my back on her again. But that hasn't happened in months. I don't let her. I hope you share the other sessions with this lovely big fellow. Please more doberman videos. Besides Prince of course. He's great.

[@catherineabramson5460]

I had a dobe rescue i started in agility soon after I got him. On a run, he crossed in front of me and we ended up in a pile with his jaw completely around my head. He never clamped down even though we were not bonded. Could have been much, much worse for sure. You are 100% correct as does use their noses as an extra appendage and that hard head can hurt, but my dobe was completely soft with me and with children and guarded around men. They are empathic dogs!

[@mikelazure7462]

We have a GSD 4 yo rescue (8 months now.), not as big as this fella, but big enough. He was (still wants to be) very 'mouthy' in play, no malign intent but those are still sharp teeth. We had to teach him what was not ok AND teach him the alternative play method (Ropes and balls.) and there is also a bit of the "you are getting a bit TOO excited now mate, time for a chill." watchfulness during real high energy play sessions. Big adult rescues need people like these two - loving AND realistic/careful. Great little video.

[@Flippokid]

It's behavior like this that makes me adamant about teaching the dog the word ouch. It's a very important cue for them to understand when they've hurt you. You can stop them and correct them and sit them down and tell them easy... but that only tellls them they've been bad. When they understand they hurt you their whole demeaner changes instantly. You see it with dogs among dogs all the time too. They will play rough, one of them squeels or yelps, and the other understands he was too rough. Then they apologize with a lip to the face, and the hurt dog can resume playing. Some dogs don't understand these cues, they haven't had those basic lessons in their nest, and they need other dogs and humans to teach them. Most of them do though. And when they know that your ouch means their yelp, you can use that.

[@giovannaolioful]

You know someone has trained a lot of dogs when they preemptively cover their parts in case of a bite, especially with a not many boundaries kind of dog like this one 😅 5:58

[@flagal519]

Joel, love your channel and you are truly my favorite dog trainer of all time ! My suggestion, for more podcasts, is to give us some follow-up on some of these dogs...we tend to see that first day, the assessment, the beginning of training and then, that's it. I would love to see how these dogs are doing , say three months later. You might not be able to do it with all the participants in these videos, but for some of them, maybe? You had a video about a year ago of a super hyper-active dog, I think the dog was a medium size mixed breed and he could NOT stay still for any reason. I wonder what happened to this dog? I think you called him an ADHD dog.

[@scarletnight]

Great owners and beautiful dog. Wonderful episode! Thank you, Joel!

[@tricialebanno4437]

My 10 month old Doberman does stuff like this, too. Everythng Joel says here, nose in people's crotch, mouthing ponytails/hair, trying to jump up especially on me (Mom) and my girls. I've repeatedly told them to use their knee and walk into him vs letting him do what he wants. My pup is also being obnoxious to our 5 year old female doberman i.e. barking in her face, pouncing on her whenever she comes in the house, etc. I find myself telling him "It's ENOUGH" al lot! So glad I found this channel to deal with his issues before they are ingrained habits to try to train out of him. I'd love to see a video working with 9,10,11 month old pups who are in that crazy period and how to deal with training them in that time for COME/HERE command. Does GO GET work with them at that age? Or more video from this dogs board and train would be great - thanks for all you do on this channel, it's helping so many dogs!

[@gabriellas9001]

What a beautiful dog! And so obedient! It looks like they need to tell him that playing is fine but not to go over excited to jump up. It’s adorable how he jumps up and as soon as she asks him to lay down he is paying attention to the command and tried to comply. ❤ I hope it worked out for them to find the mutual tone with the dog :)

[@angelahaines5065]

I actually couldn’t have a big strong dog like this, I was brought up with dogs all my life big and strong but my daughter wasn’t. He’s a beautiful dog but never underestimate their intelligence, if he’s not doing the same thing to the guy, he’s picked up on the weak link. When he does treat you rough be tough with him!!

[@katcalico9142]

They are such a lovely couple! Obviously caring and loving dog owners willing to their best for their pup! I hope all goes well for them!

[@rico4you]

Joel understands so well the Primal Instincts of Dog's which is so important finding solutions!

[@chrisa.ger.5360]

Thats a beatiful Dobi 😍🐕100% worth the work 💪🏼 He will become a winner 🙏🏼🐕The owners are lucky 😀

[@jayh610]

Beautiful owners. I am getting my first dog in almost a decade in the next few weeks and I have been watching so many videos (Almost through all of yours) and reading so much. I know that is not the same. Seeing people care so much about raising a great dog has me want to make sure I can do the same!

[@targetsunshine6060]

He is beautiful 🤩 no matter what people think of the owners who come to you the bottom line is they are trying to get answers to be better dog owners. I just enjoy the videos and hope the best for the owners so that the dogs can live a great life. Joel makes it better for all of them! 💜

[@katcalico9142]

Exactly! Seeking help is what a responsible loving dog owner does. No shame in asking for help and guidance!

[@mairm2851]

Great to see owners skillfully handle and assess a Dobe who is a little rough around the edges! We rescued our 4-yr old Doberman almost 3 years ago and have worked through lesser degrees of boldness than the dog in this video. Our guy occasionally gets overbearing and runs into us when he has the zoomies outside, so this video is a helpful reminder to correct him when he's too close for comfort.

[@conniedlc1013]

Loved this video! As the owner of many high energy weimaraners, my latest adoption is big & bold. She is mouthy, grabs your hand or arm when playing but doesn's bite. I am short so the knee doesn't have a great impact on her. Would love to see more on this behaviour and how it can be put under control. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

[@onimoru7736]

Thank you for the tips. Very helpful.

[@sarayb.5083]

I’ve seen people write off dogs for much less. Great that the owners didn’t immediately give up after having to get stitches. So brave.

[@dirtymotley9048]

Happy thanksgiving Prince

[@BDTraining]

I just told him!

[@solideomusical]

Big willful, playful dog.

[@beverlyyarber9086]

My Doris a rescue. Had someone tell me she saw Doberman in her. I didn’t think so. I saw German Shepard. After this video though the nose thing makes me think maybe some Doberman. She is pretty strong with the nose thing. Hadn’t realized I need to do something about it. Thank you You always help me

[@hannahmiles1324]

The knee thing I was taught by you in one of your uploads. It's working a treat with my 7 month old dobermann. My boy is still quite mouthy but hes getting there, albeit slowly 😊 Totally agree with the nose being another digit.

[@dannyh5937]

This is why Joel is the best in the game. These owners are great for going to someone like Joel who is an expert and looks at everything from a different angle.

[@apow8535]

Great video! I have a six month old female Dobie who is very similarly bold so really appreciate the break down and your thoughts on this pup’s behavior- thank you! 😊

[@angiekereakes6551]

I love their dog! Reminds me of our Doberman Thomas (passed away December 2020) that we rescued May 2011! Really just a spaz!

[@JodyWarrick]

This is my 9 month old Doberman.

[@Anon_E_Muss]

Excellent situation you got to explore for us today, thank you!

[@TheMediaMachine]

What a beautiful dog. I got a friend who has a doberman and we became great friends. They so lovable dogs and fun to be with. The owners are awesome. They listened and you can see they care a lot for their dog to learn what to do. I like to see more training dog videos as this was helpful.

[@grethen123]

awesome analysis! thank you for the video

[@UNDERDOGMMA]

Great video Joel, crazy breakdown!

[@KingsMom831]

Excellent video Joel!!

[@xGUANdeLUPEx]

He's huge!!! Good on them to try and find a proper solution, hope he's getting better.

[@dojoworks7704]

Seemed like he thought of the owner has his play toy rather than play partner.

[@jamesbanks9176]

We have adopted a doberman cross and listening to your doberman analysis and watching the gods bosco and prince has been life changing, thanks Joel 😊

[@atimidbirb]

Aww, he´s just going crazy... maybe he needs to have doggo friends who he can play with intensely and mouth at so that it´s not the owners that get most of it. Obviously that jumping still needed to be corrected but he seems like a very sweet dog who can be great when he´s taught some manners ☺

[@EncinitasBeeCo]

I've been watching a lot of you videos. Big fan. You officially have one more groupie 🤣

[@Christopher-vf6kx]

Thank you!! We have a 'mouthy' Aussie that seems alot like him. Just uses his snout and soft mouth to communicate everything from affection to motion that he does not like something. Both bold and confident dogs at 8 months started their harder training we know they can take without breaking their confidence. Mostly the positive only through 7mo grew them to positive loving dogs, yet now as teens/adults they need to do what is expected without huffing, whining or fly snapping when they disagree.

[@iris7484]

these seem like good, proactive owners. they maybe need to watch the american bulldog videos on how joel physically touches dogs like this. That and follow-through are the things that have really worked for me in correcting stubborn unwanted behavior like this.

[@MeanMartian]

I like this one, very good potential in this owner/dog relationship. Can you post more videos of this training? Although the video was kind of "short", you could really see that the owners want to learn how to properly handle this big boy of exuberant energy and they are already a fair bit on the way. Good choice in coming to Joel for training!

[@pamelakrumvieda3153]

Our collies are expert nose pokers. They aren't high energy so it's mostly endearing.

[@kateb5233]

It seems like these owners are really trying their best. Well done!

[@Castigar48]

1:11 they got the doby looking like Hannibal Lector

[@davidrees7978]

Lovely dog! So glad you read him right.

[@AdamEvans416]

Excellent video. One of my dobes is quite bold as well 😁

[@BradCagle]

Our Malinois uses his nose the same way

[@ruthdederich3622]

So, yet again, another insightful video. Thanks again. The little Yorkie I described, was put down last week with kidney failure so now I can work on the Schnauzer/dachshund a little more closely. Thanks again.

[@ticklishgirl1]

The nose thing is SOOO TRUE!!! Off topic, any idea what dog sweater they have on him? It looks so warm and cozy, I always have a very hard time finding stuff that fits my dobie

[@ljquinn4655]

Beautiful dogs, well done.

[@WeeFreeMan78]

That's one beautiful dog right there 💜

[@gtiernan1]

Ahhh... typical young male Doberman. That behavior needs to be nipped in the bud. Period. I have been raising/training Dobermans for 50 years and if you give these dogs an inch, they'll take a mile. These dogs MUST earn every single thing they get. Dobes are the BEST dogs but must be 1) given a job, they're a high prey drive working breed; 2) strict boundaries and those boundaries must be adhered to constantly and, 3) they absolutely must earn every thing they get from feeding to bedding to grooming to traveling... all of it must be earned. Glad this couple got this dog and consulted you for the best way to deal with his "playful" ways!

[@pris8690]

I wish this was longer and showed your process and his progress!! I just rescued a doberman about the same age and with the same issues!!! We’re working on it and he is getting better but it’s been.. a little rough to say the least. Super smart breed so that’s kinda an advantage but it can also be a disadvantage if you let your guard down the littlest bit!

[@camiloorsini9674]

My 6 month old Doberman is like this. She’s like a linebacker that doesn’t care how many knees to the face she takes, she comes back for more. She is by far the most challenging dog I’ve ever had. Exercise means nothing to her, she is a ball of energy, and just like Joel says, they use that mouth to bug you and play with you and nip at you and nag you over and over and over. Every other Doberman owner I meet has the exact same issue.

[@belindaguzman450]

Omg i am so grateful i found this video I am recently dealing with this with my 11 month old euro dobie he’s exactly the same but now I’m actually very concerned because I have a toddler he has growled at me also while sleeping ever since he was round 8 weeks old when we tried to pick up only if he’s in a deep sleep beside that I do pet him when he’s sleeping and hes ok

[@leejennifercorlewayres9193]

Train by waking him up and treating him with high value treats. I'm training my dog to share toys by trading them for treats and giving the toy back immediately too. So interesting how their attitude changes for good food. 😂

[@belindaguzman450]

Thank u so Much will definitely do asap

[@willis9421]

Well done. It’d be easy to assume boldness because of the dogs demeanor. But you empirically assessed the situation and acted accordingly.

[@mtoy100]

What a beautiful dog he is. My Doberman/Great Pyrenees grabs my hands and jumps at us like that. He always comes from behind. I started carrying my empty feed buckets, I rotate carryng it from one side to the other. It's slowed him down after he bumped into it a couple times.

[@TSeeker1]

What happens when you don't have the buckets one time? Your dog will totally figure it out, quickly that if you don't have a shield if some sort, you're fair game. It's so much better to be aware and not rely on outside equipment or treats - respect is earned from dogs!😉

[@nataliekelly5063]

tibial plateau fracture occurred when a dog skull hit my knee, ortho surgeon said to turn your back when a dog is coming at you, protect your knees

[@austyn5004]

My cattle dog puppy does this and it’s ssooo annoying. She does it because she’s super excited and happy that you’re home/new person. It’s not as bad as it used to be, but still a problem if she catches you off guard.

[@dragonfly4441]

I kind of want to see how he behaved at the end, even if just for a minute for comparison.

[@dogdooish]

Looked like a "Play with me bite!"

[@xhaltsalute]

Once I had a Corgi who loved to launch himself on your knee. So I waited until he was mid flight and kneed him in the chest. Flipped him 180 degree. He landed, righted himself and with his eyes twinkling and tongue lolling came back for more…. I learned to just step aside. He would fly past my knee with a look of “Darn it! She got away from me” LOL!

[@neilb9565]

Would love to know the goal and result of this beautiful dog's training. In the end, were the owners able to cuddle safely with the dog on the floor?

[@phillipaclark1832]

Amazing owners, amazing dog trainer, better behaved doberman!

[@activedogzz100]

Obviously you are best.

[@Mimijona]

My dog has similar features. He tests people's boundaries. Usually when he is overstimulated and can get mouthy and very jumpy, thankfully rarely towards me as I try to be the boss, but yeah the boldness can be interpreted as something else and it is difficult with a big dog off leash. But at the same time he is better when getting proper exercise, but I make it structured to not have it be too overexciting.

[@Mishakeet]

Doberman reminds me of my current 18 month GSD-Husky Mix. Had her around 4 months now. Uses her mouth for everything. When she starts escalating, she mostly jumps but starts pulling at clothing and mouthing hard to get attention. When a knee is put up, the mouthing starts. All we can do is just exit the yard, cuz trying to make her sit results in mouthing and whining. Pretty sure it’s coming from both boldness and anxiety because she’s a big pacer in the house.

[@leejennifercorlewayres9193]

18 months is way too old for that behavior. You need to lay down the law. Look up Dog Daddy.

[@melissaysaura7585]

Don’t look up Dog Daddy lol.

[@Mishakeet]

We do “lay down the law”. We are always firm with her. She’s hyperactive and corrections seem to get her even more amp’d up. It’s a work in progress but it’s happening less and less.

[@TSeeker1]

@@Mishakeet Both breeds of your dog needs a TON of exercise. I promise she's not getting enough, these problems are from energy not expended resulting in boredom. She needs to run (huskies are sledding dogs, Dobermans also need a high amount). Training will wear a dog out as much or more than running, so work several times a day for short periods on obedience on and off leash but don't neglect the physical exercise - a daily walk isn't going to get it with either of those breeds. Also, training never ends! You chose a dog that is high maintenance to be balanced and happy, I hope you can give her what she needs. "Laying down the law" is a tiny fraction and not a substitute (huskies are especially stubborn). I hope this helps.😀

[@Mishakeet]

@@TSeeker1 Maam, with all respect you are not affording me, we do exercise our dog every day. We run at least 2-3 miles every morning and have 1-2 more mile walks during afternoon and night. I don't know why you are assuming we don't do that. We additionally do scent work with her and play plenty of brain games. I have literally stated she is getting better every day. All I did was say that our dog is also working through the sort of issues you see in this video. We did not have her as a puppy, and we have no idea the kind of life she lived before we had her.

[@yopuivideo]

The "why did you run into my shoulder/knee" routine works well with big boisterous dogs. They want to play, but my face is pathetically soft by dog standards

[@wayneking4590]

That would have been the second bite to the face if she had not turned around... Beautiful dog and great owners...

[@sivanadesireeholler7727]

Does Joel do live Q&As in any kind of regular schedule? I saw that he had done one a bit ago, but I didn't know if that is a regular thing, or if he just did it once.

[@TheChunjun]

My dog is just like this one: Bold, hits from behind, nips, uses nose to flip hands and arms, uses feet, and also issues vocal warnings when he's not in the mood for cuddling. He's got a number of other behavioral issues too. He went for a month long board and train with a great balanced trainer and still has these problems. It's very frustrating. Have had dogs all my life and have never had one turn out this way.

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

Susan Garrett has a Free six 15 minute videos series - free until 11/28. Download pdfs, check out before and after clips of the finalists too. I taught my one roto rooter Dobe to put his chin on my knee rather than push my hand around saying pet me now. He's being more respectful and asking in a nice way, rather than being pushy with that nose appendage saying pet me now. The power of permission podcast is another good one. Even Joel makes the dog do something - usually sit, before giving the release word to go play. Hope that helps.

[@hbishop8475]

He's a beautiful, big boy! My 18 month black lab is very similar, he's big and strong with a high play drive, doesn't use his mouth as an appendage on me as I've made it clear its not acceptable, but my husband has allowed it and gets bashed by his big snout often. The knee to chest never fazed him, he only jumped harder, I found a collar grab and a march to "time out" (bathroom)/no access to me was a greater deterrent. Now the word "bathroom?" is 99% effective!

[@Judep4237]

So wanted to see him meet Prince

[@georgeanddaddecker7563]

I have a five month old French ie that is bold. She is constantly mouthing/ nipping us . When we correct her, she bites our fingers or knees. She is improving with age in this regard. I was wondering what we should be doing for reinforcement to prep her through the rest of puppyhood? How old should should be to stop the play biting/nipping?

[@deedeemommy2312]

Just started watching this… should be interesting one

[@2112wedge]

One thing I'd like to add is Thyroid issues, I would touch my Dobe when he was asleep he would do exactly what they described, a knee jerk reaction with his mouth but no follow on malice. I got him tested for Thyroid problems he was just inside of the bottom margin and 2 vets said that because it was inside it couldn't be the problem, after pushing it a little the 3rd vet thankfully put him on the medication and it sorted it out immediately, the most loving dog that never used his mouth in that way again. The vet described it as his body being out of balance and to him his skin would feel "prickly" - as humans when we don't feel wel, sometimes the last thing we want is to be touched when we're asleep, and if this is your dogs experience, you may have to be a little bit stubborn with the vet (obviously only to the level of a concerned parent) Since discovering this I've learnt that Dobes can be susceptible, so worth getting the test Love the channel Joel, it's my Dobe fix since Rufus crossed the Rainbow Bridge 🌈

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

Yes, Dr. Jean Dodds - I got the full thyroid panel done. She did say it was low, but not low enough to put him on meds for the rest of his life. He's going to be 3 in February. Doberman planet is a good and funny channel about Dobes as well. TY

[@LdnLady]

Someone’s Doberman once bit me in the butt when I was leaving their house. It was really painful but the owners did nothing about it

[@peterchirico2153]

How was he after the one week with you ? any difference or unable to tell ?

[@jeffrywhite6008]

Our Doberman pitt mix uses his nose to communicate alot. Bumping for walk time ect..... .

[@user-md7mk7fb8g]

God bless. Everyone, please choose dogs that you can physically control. That is such an important factor when selecting the correct dog for you. Because if that Doberman was aggressive, and bit without warning and without care, that woman would never be able to physically control that dog or interfere with that dog hurting another person or animal. I'm not saying these are bad owners, my comment goes beyond that. To people looking at Joel's content and are doing research ahead of getting their dog. Choose a dog that is physically right for you. If you are a 110lb female that does nothing but run, a 75lb-100lbs Doberman or Mastiff is not the right dog for you. I am directing this comment to people who get these breeds as pets and not as sporting animals.

[@arensmehmetaj3157]

Can we see more video’s on this dog?

[@LaraYAH127]

Hey Beckman family 🐾🌼, So, I don't think it's a Doberman nose thing . I think some long nose dogs just know how to use it as a hard push tool. My Rottie mix has a nose like a Doberman or German Shepherd he does it to his toys, bed, going in your bag( which is really his bag) it doesn't matter, other people (not me) and I have seen him do it to smaller dogs. His paw pal is a blk Lab 11 months old he does it to smaller dogs too. I didn't get it, I did think it was bold and rude. I didn't correct him because I thought it was a long nose thing. Great video and awesome job with that the owners are doing.

[@hadynvarley4625]

So, put the knee up and then what? I have a GSD that does similar things, what methods do I need to try to stop this?