Dog goes CRAZY on leash | My dog wont walk on a leash

[@k9aid514]

I have met many people that disagree but Dog training starts the day you get the pup. They where learning in the kennel before they came to you. Age appropriate training goes along way

[@allisonlevy616]

Totally agree!

[@blackdog1938]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, HANK YOU....for being the only trainer I see on KZbin who actually shows real training with a dog who isn’t already trained! I learn so much from your videos, and I’ve spent hours researching videos!

[@marcietee3841]

I have encountered dogs like this and found the face to face is the reason for the fight. I just turn away and walk they have no one to blame so they start following and the fight is over as soon as they stop fighting an start to enjoy the walk then I face them and reward their compliance to what we humans want. In case you are wondering I was a trainer/behaviorist for 40 years. I am old and disabled from a car accident and can't walk any more. But the knowledge is still there.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Yep normally that works great

[@Randomhumanbeing00]

Thanks, I'm having a hard time with my pups. Will try.

[@ABCdogtraining802]

@@tomdavisofficial Exactly.....normally! hahaaha

[@LAStars-sratS]

I am working with a similar dog that does the freak out when he sees other dogs and has no interest in listening to anyone as he wants to play. Turning and walking away Giving him my back would do nothing for him. I truly doubt your method would work with this dog as he has no intent of being a follower, he wants to be in control.

[@marcietee3841]

@@LAStars-sratS It does take more then just turning your back to get the dogs attention you must wait until the dog is distracted then and turn in the opposite direction so the dog gets a quick snap from a training collar. if you do the snap correction every time the dog is distracted it will soon choose to watch you so he does not get caught off guard. I was a trainer, handler for decades this always works. You just have to be smarter than the dog as well as persistent. Of course if you want your dog to be the leader that is your choice. As for those who want a link, do the research someone out there will have a way to train but be warned they are all looking for a payday.

[@HorseExpression]

"Within a respectable reason.. like not trying to drive the car or anything" 😂😂😂

[@SheilaG971]

“Bred to tell people what to do, not to be told what to do”, BAM!!! You just summed it up for them in one sentence. Awesome Tom!

[@laurenpetrie9785]

We have a heeler and this video really helped me understand why she’s so reactive on leash rather than off. We have an online appointment with you next week and I’m really excited!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Lauren Petrie sweet!

[@ORSkie]

@Lauren Petrie How did it go?

[@lucasa1849]

It reminds me of halterbreaking horses. The first time they feel pressure on their head they go against it. Some panick cause they feel like they have no control over the situation. The first thing you gotta do is let them know they do have control, and can make it stop, by rewarding them with release the second they give to that pressure.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thats what I feel like I was doing with this puppy was training a horse.

[@1horseToomany]

So true! That little bit of poll pressure and they flip out! They have to learn they can turn it off, but also that they aren't going to win this tug-of-war!

[@carmenbailey6694]

I had the image of a horse response too. Only difference was he used his paws to hold on to the leash. Great video and patience was displayed in true form.

[@carlamaclay4760]

I thought of the same thing!!! They learn to respect the halter, in this case the lead.

[@georgeperez2539]

My dog is the same way he doesn’t listen for nothing my other dog once I say no she stops but he doesn’t I am trying the leash he went crazy like this dog I felt like I was hurting him

[@elleo3441]

I just have to say that my first impressions of this guy weren’t fair. But it was wrong of me to judge before actually owning a dog and giving his videos more views. I must admit that I’m a believer in correction collars now. It’s all in the intention of the trainer. They really are a fast means of communication and I would not be able to walk my gsd. I’m confident now with these videos I’ll be off leash in the future. My puppy is just a couple months and already knows “heel” beautifully after watching this guy.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for this Elle, great feedback and I wish you the best, thanks for watching.

[@luckycharm1oak]

Elle O.. that's awesome to hear! I ♥🐕s!!!

[@kuljanice]

Upstate Canine Academy I almost watched all of ur videos and really like what u r doing but about ur correcting collar I am not against it but it’s usually in the wrong hands and people r not doing it right 🙁and end up just torturing their dog☹️ I really do hope u can post more videos with u training without the correcting collar u use to show people they don’t have to “punish” the dog for them to learn🙂

[@kuljanice]

Jeannie patterson u r totally right and I really appreciate the hard work he is doing to make the dogs life better but the truth is that he is a professional trainer and he knows what he is doing but people who are NOT professional trainers has a higher chance to hurt the dog with the correcting collar compare to normal ones 😕i understand that in most of the cases he needs to make the training work ASAP but since he is trying to teach people with his videos he should be more careful about what people will end up doing after watching the video😱

[@bigeyejim]

And at the beginning, there didn't seem to be "pinching" going on, the dog seemed to be freaking out about the situation in general. We rescue herding breeds, and this is par for the course.

[@jamessnider641]

Having success with dogs like this is what shows your abilities.

[@pip5461]

Oh boy, this little pup is certainly a challenge. However, this is a walk in the park for Tom, with the lights off and a few obstructions in the way.. . "GOOD JOB" Tom, your the BEST.. .

[@tomdavisofficial]

Phil Melson thanks for watching Phil

[@jennamicieli2931]

As an Aussie owner breaks my heart. Glad owners are seeking help but 7 months and doesn't even know sit. Dog is suffering with lack of mental stimulation and guidance. Hope the dog receives the help it needs

[@biggestboltfan1]

So true, very sad ):

[@rachelb7589]

I know right:( I work with dogs and I get both sad and angry that people get a working breed and make them labs. I wish breed research was more prevalent because Aussies don’t belong as a house pet they belong with people who can constantly work them both physically and mentally.

[@annylaurie422]

They are not a pet they a lifestyle

[@paulmazzei1109]

This is awesome. Ive already sent this to a few clients who think their pup is the only one with this issue. Showing them that progress is possible with a dog that is even crazier than theirs is so helpful with getting them over the hump.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Paul!

[@StopWhining491]

Maybe start training your herding dogs on a leash when they're 4 weeks old?

[@suzanneballou97]

I adopted a 2.5 year old Rottweiler Pit mix dog a month ago. She was completely off the wall and definitely in need of training. I gave her some time to get used to our routine. After I watched several of your videos, she sits and waits for a command. She has calmed down significantly. Now I'm working on leash training. Baby steps! Thank you!

[@tomdavisofficial]

THANKS for watching Suzanne!

[@brooklynemorrill2020]

I'm a service dog handler so obviously have a very well trained dog. My heart goes out to people who own dogs that have problems like this and I think they are amazing for trying to help him. Way to go!!

[@benburns5995]

Great video. Enjoyed seeing the progress that this dog has made. I never saw a dog freak out like that on a leash.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching Ben!!

[@robin212212]

I have fostered a lot of puppies (8wks old) and she looks like one of those puppies that have had the leash put on them for the first time (they usually freak out). The owner must have been too scared to start training the puppy on the leash from day 1 and just left him free roaming because he wasn't responding to positive only training. This is an example where you need to gently, but firmly, get the puppy or dog to push through something they might not like so they will have success in the future.

[@erinnorwood6124]

Mine does that when I practice with her without her regular chain leash. She thinks any piece of cloth on a leash is a tug chew toy.. Working slowly to build up so we can use the slip lead, a normal leash and a prong if needed for corrections. I went through trainers who misused those tools so now that I've seen trainers online using them properly, I'm more comfortable with trying them again. I appreciate how you stepped down to the tools the dog was most comfortable with. I had to do that with my dog.

[@banditboy518]

This video displays my 5 1/2 month old Aussie's behavior to a tee. I owned 2 Aussies 20 years ago and, using a book that I bought in (displaying my age) a Barnes and Nobles, I was able to train them. They were intelligent, athletic, obedient boys who were smarter than I was and knew what I wanted them to do before I did. I'm not mentioning this to boast, but to support frustrated owners like the ones in this video. Just because their pup is so reactive does not automatically mean that they have been neglectful in their attempts to train him. I have done my due diligence from the day I picked up my Aussie from the breeder but he has been reactive, pulling on the leash, lunging at other dogs, etc. whenever we go on walks. All dogs are different and he is 180 degrees different from my 2 previous Aussies. He does know sit, down and stay, but he is a true handful, even for someone who is not a novice and who watched about 60 different training videos before I picked him up. The major change in walking him occurred today when I followed Tom's advise and bought a Sprenger prong collar. It has been a night and day difference after about 30 minutes of my Aussie reacting like the pup in this video. I had previously taken him to a dog behaviorist who only used positive reinforcement. I now firmly believe experts like Tom who advise that positive-only reinforcement does not work for all dogs. I was extremely hesitant to use the prong collar due to all the negative opinions by other trainers, but after thoroughly researching the tool, I opted to follow the advice of conscientious, experienced professionals like Tom Davis and Will Atherton. Even though it's only been one day, I am convinced I made the correct decision for my pup, who is curled near my feet taking a nap after another great, peaceful walk around our dog-dense, baby stroller-everywhere neighborhood.

[@Glitter_Piss]

This was exactly how my Boxer pup behaved on any leash as well... Patience, consistency, repeat! Know your dog!

[@samdangitt]

Wow! Nice consistency. Continuing to push through those freak outs, instead of quitting because it’s uncomfortable, has helped that dog tremendously. Nice job Tom. I don’t know how you do it. Love the videos.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thank you :)

[@robertbaelen5191]

Indeed. Great job Tom. Instead of quitting, sit down grab all your courage and work consistently to one goal. Nice job.

[@teksupddg]

This video was a perfect demonstration of what I like most about your style of training- you know what you want the dog to do and when he didn't respond, you dialed back your request a little bit or you offered another choice to set the dog up to succeed and learn. Then you built back toward the goal a little bit more. Each time honoring the communication the dog was sending you without giving up on his success. Yay you!!

[@susanmarino2036]

I am so amazed on how patient you are with him! I could not be that patient & I know the dogs can sense that. Again Tom; you have a gift & love how you share it with so many! ❤️

[@omad7915]

Good video. It really shows how patients and perseverance are your friend

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Blake

[@scottiajohnston8025]

Watching this video reminds me of my rescue dog just two years. At 7 yo, she'd had no training; hadn't even been to the vet. She threw temper tantrums every single time that my friend called her a drama queen. Two and half years later and she rarely does it.

[@kathikepler4190]

This is the first time I've seen a dog as neurotic as mine.I've raised 4 Aussies since 2000 and never had one quite like her.She's 3 years old and out of her mind when she sees a leash.I'm sad I can't take her anywhere because she freaks out so bad.Thanks for your video.

[@Sebastiaan75]

I need someone like this, every time I do something right, he tells me 'Good man, Good job buddy!' 🤣

[@ThePyrshepnBelgn]

Thank you for recognizing the difference in working herding dogs. everyone wants them to be a lab and they can't be. I have two Pyr Sheps and they are a handful. They are a wonderful sport and working dogs, but just aren't a mellow, easy-going breed.

[@dawnmontgomery73]

I'm just blown away at how quickly you can break down the mentality of dogs and get to the root of the actual problems! Crazy good at what you do 🤩

[@carlettaedwards1432]

My feral 7 month old rescue collie was like this dog and in 1 year she became one of the best diabetic alert , dog for blind. service Dog i have ever had. Sweetie passed 2 years ago but helped train rescue great Pyrenees service dog. Now sassy 7 years rescue is going blind and helping train Chloe 1 year old Shepard rescue who is hyper & came with over 20 bad habits for dogs. Smh she's a challenge even for sassy. Example took 43 days for Chloe to learn heel; she hyper & stubborn yet has a so loving side.

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

My Working Collie was like this . It is so important to work through these things and often the answer can be an odd one. My Collie is brilliant now but it takes a lot of time and experience. This dog is leg and paw sensitive and feels afraid when the lead is wrapped round his legs. My dog would fight without pause over claw clippers so I taught her to endure sand paper with no problems. Great job Tom. Once calmed this dog has huge potential : ) Thank you : )

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks as always Laura!

[@carlaferrier2967]

Wow. I'm impressed. Great learning video. Battle of the minds...whose going to endure and win. Thomas for the win.

[@tomdavisofficial]

haha yes, thank you Carla!

[@annieoaklee7588]

I got an 11 mo doberman that was wild also. In her first life, she was raced with a truck, sedated and crated. What cruelty! When I got her, she was reactive with no impulse control, no discipline and did not even know her name. Two weeks ago we went into the vet, on leash and she was charming and obedient around new environment, people other dogs, a cockatoo and donkeys. The vet and workers were very pleased with the progress from months ago when they first saw her. Now she is controllable. Boy it was a hard road! But it was worth it. She is smart and has a good sense of humor. A good companion dog now. Yay! Enjoy your vids. Thanks!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Happy ending! Thanks for watching Annie!

[@kamilamul12]

I'm sorry, but what do you have to do to make a 7-month old puppy behave like that? I see here a scared, unsure baby with completely zero confidence or structure whatsoever. It's quite sad that people don't do their research before getting a specific type of dog. I mean, I don't want to be judgemental, but obviously this is not a good dog for older people who have no intention of putting the work in shaping it and giving it what it needs, especially when it's a puppy. I think it would be much more beneficial for everyone if people who just want a pet dog would go to the closest shelter and get an older dog instead. Thank you for amazing content Tom! Always happy to see you do your magic:D

[@kamaboko1]

They got the dog b/c it looked cute as a puppy. I don't think they had any idea of what a working dog is and the kind of environment they need. They should have got a Lab.

[@frenchtoast6166]

You do have to give them credit for bringing him in, they are trying to help him

[@mrstl3000]

I see a pos

[@traciemarsh3288]

I agree with you

[@yolande585]

Lol if they did not want to put in the effort, why do you think they are at a trainer. Seems to me like they are already putting the effort in. Btw my border collie is just as stubborn with a leash and all my other dogs a leash trained but he is super stubborn.

[@kobrie79]

Can’t wait to see the next session with this dog. Great work! Persistence pays off with these stubborn dogs.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@stephenbaum7312]

I appreciate seeing this, having just dealt with this last week. So it's really helpful seeing you at it - getting results. Thanks, Tom!

[@WaStateWahine]

I have a 8 month old boarder collie and we have 55 acres and used to being able to be off leash all day. Ours reacts to a leash this way but not as bad. I love how you are working through this. This is helpful.

[@alirenfro2526]

Once again Tom great work ethic! My Malinois Ka-Bar was stubborn on sitting before I opened any door or gate. And as soon as he stepped out I asked him to sit or down, no bolting, it took hundreds of times of starting over. I just did not quit and he realized my will was stronger than his. I haven’t seen a freak out like this dog in a very long time, amazing transformation in really a short amount of time with you. Great job!

[@Peter-vn8ue]

It disappoints me when owners don't do a bit of homework and educate themselves about the dog breed before getting the dog. This is an Australian working dog breed that spends the majority of its day helping the farmer round up sheep and or cattle that is what this breed of dog is bred for. It's in the dog's genetics.

[@lauren8627]

There are plenty of Aussies that make great family dogs. But they are more of a handful than a GSD. This one is insane. I would be avoiding the breeder in the future if I was them. This trainer uses tools that are illegal in Australia, but the difference in the dog is amazing.

[@Peter-vn8ue]

@@lauren8627 it's insane Lauren because the dog wants to round up sheep not be a couch potato. People who own working dogs as family pets only, are doing their dog disservice in my opinion. As an Aussie I have seen first hand the true potential of a working dog several times in the last few years on a friends farm. If these dogs had a choice of rounding up sheep each day or being a domestic pet in someone's back yard they would choose rounding up the sheep everytime. It's in the dogs genetics. It would be like someone living in the desert owning a husky. Just because they could doesn't mean they should. Huskys love the cold and love to run. Working dogs are bred to work not be a domestic pet only and require vasts amounts of daily exercise. This is why a lot of owners have behavioural issues with their dogs because they dont exercise their dogs enough. We use different training methods in Australia due to prong collars and shock collars being illegal in Australia and deemed inhumane both by the animal welfare league and the RSPCA. But despite this we still manage to train our dogs. IF you get the chance, lookup on KZbin Australian working dogs and sit back and watch in amazement as these dogs, your dog breed goes to work and does the job they where bred for.

[@carmenbailey6694]

Yes! Know your breed! I would love to have a Belgian Malinois, HOWEVER, I know I am NOT equipped at this moment to give it the lifestyle it needs! Therefore I will wait til I know I am capable and willing. Until then I have a mutt that I'm leaning how to be a better dog parent on. She brings me so much joy!

[@BestofBL]

I love it when Tom is happy showing real training not edited and honest. But I get so frustrated with owners who are like “my German Shepherd keeps putting my hand in his mouth and barking “ or “my working dog goes crazy, all we do is sit in the house watching tv “ “my Labrador is so hyper” . It drives me crazy when people get a dog without doing proper research , and at 7 months with no basic training shows how little this working dog was worked . I know the owners probably do their best and they are seeking help which is great but did they know the breed before getting one .

[@sewposey1613]

I have a blue heeler now 1 yr old. He has been leash trained and i thought he was doing bad til i saw this! He takes alot of patience but is so worth it.

[@kathleenreyes4345]

OMG! I would have given up at the first round!! You are so patient. I would like to see more of how you trained this dog.

[@dylvasey]

I have a working Rottweiler that was also quite difficult to use a lead. Consistency and time are the key. We'd battle for an hour sometimes, with him at the start just getting so frustrated that he'd bite straight through the lead (we went through a lot ha). It takes a whole but one day it will just click. Now he is 100% fine and obedient on leash. Every now and again he'll test me with a pull or something small but after correction he's back to being super good. Great video as usual.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching Dylan!

[@NotThatAmber]

It took a long time to teach my Heeler how to walk on a leash. He still has dog agression on leash but we're working on it.

[@tomdavisofficial]

sneakymonkey101 awesome!

[@marcietee3841]

Hello, I have a tip. Do not reward bad behavior turn and walk away so your dog loses his/her object of attention. then if calm try going back if clear there is still aggravation turn again and go farther in the opposite direction. When you can calmly pass its time for celebration and reward.

[@NotThatAmber]

At this point, we mostly avoid other dogs, even if I have to take him totally off path. He becomes so wound up and reactionary that he has bit me in his frenzy. He has some serious fear issues as well. Off leash though, totally different dog.

[@MissTopDJ007]

What did you do? My Maltese is having trouble walking on the leash next to me.

[@lifeoflucretia]

OMGOSH! This surely made me smile. He sure is a beautiful boy. LUCRETIA

[@GoodDogTrainingNZ]

a nice big long walk, start on slip leash move to prong collar halfway through, work on the treadmill for a couple days, then obedience.

[@josephpyle8616]

From 6:20 to 7:00 minute mark. You showed so much with the way you were acting and correcting him without saying a word, for the people that ask for videos of actually correcting a dog instead of "talking/teaching" that was it right there. Without having to say much, it's incredible and you have great ability with dogs. Take notes from some of the quiet moments of this video they are truly important. I have managed to train a carolina dog ( semi trainable temperament, wild spirited breed) all because of following your videos Thanks for showing us!

[@cityofoaks]

And I thought our Aussie was a handful. 😀 You hit the nail on the head with your descriptions of this breed. I love our girl dearly but won't get another Aussie because as I'm getting older, I know I won't be able to exercise another like they need to be exercised. I'm glad you mentioned the martingale collar in this video. We just had a nutritional analysis done on our girl (the kind where they analyze their hair to determine toxicities and deficiencies). Our girl had very high chromium levels. The Herme Sprenger prong collar (that I LOVE) is plated with chromium and I'm afraid that's her exposure. I'm going to look into the martingale collars now.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Yeah, they are a great tool for alternative pressure!

[@HorseExpression]

Lupine makes some great martingales, leashes, basic harnesses and other gear. For a reasonable price and great quality, many colors and patterns and choices, and the UNBEATABLE return policy unlike any other; after the initial purchase of the item, if it is in any way damaged or chewed up or anything else, they will replace it free of charge, EVERY TIME. My dogs have always worn martingales as their "regular collars". They have the regular hook that isn't using the pinch part and also the martingale hook. Definitely something to look into. Also Halti's aren't a bad way to go if you need a little something extra and you think your pup is likely to choke themself out. Not sure how old she is, it would be harder to get an older dog used to this if they haven't had one before. Also my no-pull harness works wonders with the front clip however I cannot use it walking in public only because of my Shepherd's fear aggression but it works with my lazy Golden and does keep my Shepherd from pulling. She works so well with these "devices" that she will no longer pull if I do take her out on leash. Sometimes I really think she forgets the Halti isn't on her head. Lol

[@LAStars-sratS]

You have made an assumption/correlation with the chromium IN your dog and it coming from contact with the collar on the OUTside and has some how been absorbed by the dog. That would be an incorrect opinion, not factual. The issue is diet related.

[@cityofoaks]

@@LAStars-sratS We've considered that (with the help of an independent veterinarian who reviews the nutritional analyses for the company). Diet was our first line of thought since we didn't believe she had much of an environmental exposure (we don't live near industrial areas; stainless steel manufacturing, leather tanneries, textile manufacturing, or wood preservation facilities). We prepare her food and rotate her through six different proteins that I source from a variety of places. So it's not as likely that it's an issue of her only eating, say, chicken that is high in chromium. She/we also drink water that's filtered with a ProPure system. Per 3rd party lab test results the ProPure system filters 98.7% of chromium (3+ and 6+) from water. According to the CDC chromium, especially hexavalent chromium, can be absorbed through skin contact with chromium and chromium compounds. "Data from volunteers and indirect evidence from occupational studies indicate that absorption of Cr(VI) compounds can occur through intact skin." page 17 of ---> www.atsdr.cdc.gov/csem/chromium/docs/chromium.pdf Chromium (III) is poorly absorbed through dermal exposure but not chromium (VI). We plan to have her tested again soon to see what might have changed.

[@LAStars-sratS]

@@cityofoaks Long ago I worked for a Vet who ran a Large cattle ranch. Numerous cows got sick and more then a dozen died. They had to figure out what was happening and at first thought it was a poisonous plant out in the field. It turned out to be lethal amounts of selenium in the feed that they had brought in via train. It may Have been a one time exposure for your dog. You would have to have had that collar on an awful, awful lot and used It frequently scores of times every day to make much skin contact. I am aware of hexavalent chromium as it is created from certain HHO devices such as the GEET and the chances of your dog coming into contact with such a substance would be a rarity.

[@judyweikumbenson199]

That reminds me of my Blue Heeler. It's taken over a years working with him and I still have more things to work on. Reading other comments I realize I'm not the only one with a dog reacting that way.

[@crslyrn]

Lots of work & an insane amount of patients. I've get a German Shepherd that I've been working with. He's getting better as we go. Thanks for sharing some of your methods working with the different variations of dog mentalities. Stay safe.

[@Sandytoes110]

Like a BOSS!! You show me how to be a better dog mama every day and I’m so grateful for you:)

[@MarianSays]

Great job! You are blessed with dog training patience.

[@ItsMsSue2U7154]

I will say, I’ve done this with our bulldog. When I met my hubby, he couldn’t walk him at all. He would flip out and chew leash. I would just hold him in place until he let go of the leash and relaxed and walk properly and continue on. But I took about 30 minutes the first day, 10 mins the second day. He still does it with my hubby but not me. So guess who walks him. :)

[@asaradhi]

A lot of patience you have Tom. I am hoping to stop a stray from jumping, chasing cars but first I need to teach him to walk with the leash. He won't even let me put a leash. Any links to videos that show how to put a leash on an almost feral dog would really help. I don't want to see this dog get hurt while chasing a car and go under, accidentally.🙏🏽

[@mathpups9394]

Hi! My baby aussie could have the same problem. She made exactly the same behavior, when I first put the leash on her 11 weeks old, (she was getting vaccinations the next day). She couldn't handle any pressure from the leash, and she would just stand on her back legs, trying to back away or do that thing with front paws. At that second I took the leash off, she followed my instructions and was in control. She would listen when I told her to follow to stop etc, even outside and always without treat. So I’d say our relationship was ok, I was leading and she would follow. The thing that helped us on that behavior was to not have pressure and I’d verbally tell her what to do. And in a week she was ok with normal pressures, cause she knew that everything is ok, we can do the same thing on leash or off leash.

[@paulinebackhouse4805]

You are so patient Tom. You did it!

[@Smurphenstein]

Very cool.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Smurphenstein thanks for watching!

[@masonoutdoors8716]

I absolutely love your videos. Anyone will a dog, needs to watch your videos!

[@gretasimmons8987]

Like kid that has gotten his way all the the time!

[@mickeylegalhawk6510]

Super difficult dog, Tom never quits

[@donwanna3906]

"This is what keeps me young." xD

[@tomdavisofficial]

haha yeah! ;)

[@ABCdogtraining802]

Its also what keeps me drinking alcohol! haha

[@georgekush6001]

@@ABCdogtraining802 sounds like you should retire.

[@ABCdogtraining802]

@@georgekush6001 Thats okay...ill keep stacking it up hunny bunny!! and help the 50% of dogs you destroy through bribery and avoiding life!! haha

[@caileykennedy9401]

This just goes to show that u NEED to start the dog out young with training and not wait for them to be 6 or so months old!!! Both or my Aussies are service dogs and they have never acted like this because I started them out at 7-8 weeks old and I didn’t let them push me around I am the pack leader in my house and it will always be that way!

[@lauren8627]

Do people actually start at 6 months? That is crazy. That's when they start to become defiant teenagers 😂. Recipe for disaster.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Yeah, Cailey, I agree but they are in training now and working on it.

[@ABCdogtraining802]

Reminds me of the Husky I worked with....holy shit! Patience and persistence and then one day....boom! Fiinally, gave in and accepted handler expectations.....hang in there everyone...this is why we train the basics, structure on DAY 1!!

[@dogstead6638]

Thank you for everything you do Tom! Just from watching your videos I have been able to train my 8-9 month german shepherd husky with ease. Using CBD and your techniques have made him very calm for a puppy. I’m looking to become a trainer myself all from the inspiration you have given me through your work. Thank you!

[@tomdavisofficial]

GREAT TO HEAR! Thanks for watching!

[@gabrieldias6944]

Amazing Job! I've been learning a lot with your videos, thank you for that. I'm trying to apply some of your technics with my German Shepherd and it's working very well. Please continue posting about the progression of this puppy. Best regards from Brazil.

[@carolynfolsom6626]

I found this video very interesting. I love the way you stayed so calm. Hats of to you

[@alayna5332]

This was exactly my 6 month GSD when I put on a slip collar

[@ABCdogtraining802]

Hows the slip working for you Alayna??? My 7 month police GSD laughs at it and the corrections (tried for a week).....the prong is the proper tool for her, I implemented it last week......great and needed tool for my "hard" dog!! Much more focus, obediance while on lead. Night and day...can walk her around people now!! ha. Tough dog!

[@alayna5332]

Kingdom K9 Training Academy there’s still some fight each time it goes on.... but it’s definitely gotten much better. Although I think a pronged collar is in our future

[@ABCdogtraining802]

@@alayna5332 Absolutely.....if still fighting slip collar.....go to Prong (2.25 HS with extra links) as the slip is not effective enough to your (many) dog and he's basically challenging it all the time, trying to STILL be in control/lead.....best investment and can really start training/proofing with this great, safe well timed and ethical tool. Have fun!, good job!

[@maxslepoy8081]

I've got a puppy, & her first reaction to a leash is much worst than this (& she is only 2-3 months old [unknown exact age]) - her screams were terrifying.

[@ruthyburgos8474]

He has high stress pour puppy baby it's okay. 💜

[@sheilavanduynfote5539]

I have not been able to get your videos, I am so happy to see you again

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@turcueugen4682]

Almost the same behavior heave my Central Asia Sheperd when I put his leash, the problem is at his five months old his about 3-4 times more massive than the Aussie. So it's difficult, your videos are helpful anyway

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@ahc1957]

I was thinking. Brilliant dog. They don’t take orders. They run the show.

[@sandraschlicht2998]

Well, that’s a challenging dog. But luckily they have reached out the the best ever to help 👍🏻⭐️ amazing what you are capable of achieving in only one session! You rock! 😉🌸

[@tomdavisofficial]

Sandra Schlicht thanks for watching Sandra!

[@eliazarperez3585]

New subscriber thank you so much for the help. I've made many mistakes with my dog and because of lack of knowledge she would pull a lot on leash. I'm now working on her excitment and aggressive approach to other animals but I know I can pull it of thx to u guys 🙏🤗😎

[@tomdavisofficial]

Eliazar Perez thanks for watching!! :)

[@brendawallgren8354]

Amazing. Thank you!

[@lauraeimancoaching]

Excellent. Excellent. Excellent.

[@sewposey1613]

Your videos really encourage me not to give up! Thank u from Ga!

[@lourobin2728]

I would love to learn how to walk two dogs on leash. Can you do a video on introducing two dogs to each other then how to get them to walk together?

[@tomdavisofficial]

I do have that video Lou

[@mrredoficial]

Great insight. Thank you

[@melochesteve]

Upstate Canine Academy looks like this dog has been reinforced heavily for his defiant behaviour. Nice job riding the extinction burst out though. Also, just my 2 cents... Working dogs are not necessarily defiant by nature. If taught the right things early they are extremely well behaved, as long as the behaviours you teach serve the function of their inate needs, or lead to an outlet for them rather than suppressing inate desires. The problem comes in once they learn unwanted behaviours and use them to get what they want. Once they do, they are very persistent and highly motivated/ driven by nature, which makes changing their mind about something very difficult.

[@ABCdogtraining802]

Well said! Very True! (GSD police K9 owner/fighter, haha)

[@andreadavey5911]

You are sooo patient. Aussie shepherds are wonderful working dogs. If you had a heard of sheep for him to herd he would be fine Australia.

[@dalereed2626]

Tom you are one patient trainer. Amazing work

[@Blossom-i3h]

I think the dog came from a bad breeder..... I’ve never seen an Aussie so neurotic at 7 months.... it’s really concerning and sad ugh

[@magsdoesnotknow]

He may have come from a bad breeder, but I'd also bet he was not socialized to anything at all, and has absolutely no outlet for his intelligence and drive :/

[@bickle8931]

Nah this is the result of old people owning a dog not suited for them

[@lauren8627]

Yeah both bad breeding and lack of exercise and basic training. Some other commenters have mentioned he could have back pain too. He is so over the top crazy. I have a 2 year old GSD female and am working on basic training again (when does it really ever stop... never I suppose). I am so damn lucky she has a great family friendly breeding. We'd be stuffed otherwise. It seems like these owners are just in over their heads. I feel really bad for them, but well done on them for getting the training the dog needs and not surrendering him. I am so overwhelmed by this pup.

[@k9aid514]

Many times this happens when love and babying the dog comes before the training. I have seen worse than this and in different breeds. Then the owners go home with the dog and lose everything the dog is learning

[@Mimijax]

Courtney guaranteed this dog doesn’t get the exercise nor the enrichment he needs according to his breed. Smh poor dog is neurotic because if it. That’s not stubbornness it’s lack of mental stimuli suites for him and a lot of moving forward exercise.

[@ruthalicia3577]

Your videos has helped me a lot. The dog reminds me of my own dog. 8 years old male, unknown breed. Very fearful and anxious with no structure and rules. This is for sure our fault as we have no clue what to do before. He hates collar+leash, and would bite if we want to put it to him. I asked a professional help and he was put in a rehab center for 6 months. He made a lot of progress after but agression towards leash+collar could not be resolved yet. He is home now and it is time for us to train ourselves and with him since the issue is at home. Currently I am using slip collar to walk with him and we have made a lot of progress with walking, he no longer pull/tug the leash and could walk calmly w me. But there are still other behaviour problems that we need to address one by one. Agression towards collar + leash, for one - as in he will bite if we put a collar+leash to him - is still an issue. If you have any advice or tips, please do share. Would appreciate it a lot!

[@usa123here]

Props! Great job man!!

[@viktoriyaIstoriya]

at 8:34 that break you had with a dog is the same technique we use with horses to take a break but give the animal time to think about the process. 👍

[@kylasbibi]

This is the most dramatic dog I have ever seen 🤣🤣🤣

[@golfinguna]

I think its all about patience I have a 9 month old GSD puppy I have trained him in just about everything but he still pulls like a tank I have had him on a prong collar for about 3 months now and although its good he still pulls through it. He is super hyper and nothing seems to tire him out. I have tried the new K9 harness but it has no effect so I am afraid its got be back on the prong until he slows down.

[@aguswiranta4832]

Wow amazing, you have done a very awesome job, you solve the dog problem with some look like easy ways, i enjoy your video so much

[@debraadamsadams6955]

Great job with the Aussie

[@darlenewalsh9222]

Very Helpful Video. I have a dog just as crazy, maybe more. Her name is Georgia and she is almost a year and a half boarder collie from a working line. She is progressing well with the sit, stay basic training,..even the loose leash walking. Her problem is when she sees a car she goes ballistic and wants to chase it. If someone could please give me some real advise on how to deal with this issue.

[@BtsurvLT]

I have a border collie. She chewed a lot of leashes up. Stubborn and doesn’t like to share

[@tomdavisofficial]

sounds about right

[@SuperRebelKitty]

These are the dogs I wish "fear free" trainers would attempt to train- they won't and can't because the balanced training is the the way to go.

[@Sunny1414100]

I have 2 Awesome Aussies! BUT I don’t recommend them as a first or even second dog. I have had many dogs in my life and my Aussies are numbers 9 and 10. We are avid hikers and they both run agility. They MUST be exercised! So, with dog knowledge and experience and the time and will to exercise; it’s a breed I highly recommend. My next dog will most likely be another Aussie😁✌️

[@gapsnapperfpv3947]

yea see I want a Cane Corso but I also want to be able to go to the gym and live a chill life , Getting a corso would mean like four years of military school yea no I'm too old for that

[@lillycollins8218]

Oh my gosh this watching this makes me feel like me feel a little better. I have a 6month old Great Dane and he does this on a leash and also jumps on us. I need all the help!

[@jkdenoyer]

I love this video and hope you show more of his progress. I’ve never owned a dog before and have an Aussie/Lab mix and he is also stubborn and I “think” fearful. I can walk him but we are really struggling with interactions with other dogs especially that are in front of his house. I need to learn more about his breed and really appreciate your insight! Keep it coming!

[@AlyssaBoulton]

jkdenoyer I have the same breed puppy! Meeting other dogs is hit or miss. She’s gotten much better, but will still bark territorially anywhere she calls home and is pretty unsure of like 50% of dogs she meets

[@tomdavisofficial]

I will try for sure!

[@aliceherley812]

You are amazing my using the training skills .

[@109367]

Wow, I've only ever seen feral dogs act that way on a leash o.O

[@ABCdogtraining802]

Right.....hahahaaha..funny not funny!! Raising an entitled brat ALWAYS has consequences!!! Structure/accountability!

[@109367]

@@ABCdogtraining802 Not sure why you're taking that tone, if you are some kind of professional you don't act like it, I wasn't laughing. Weirdo

[@mpf5588]

Notice the shorter the lead the better behaved the dog was why because you have obviously more control with a short lead and the dog knows it.

[@bettymcconnell1011]

I don't think age comes into it I got my first ever GSD when I retired I have spent 2 years walking her daily training her by watching all the videos on u tube I had osteoporosis for 10 years which left me last year we both walk 2 hours every day I play with her I run with her anything I see her looking up at me and wagging her lovely tail as if telling me this is great I will do I wish I was 30 not 70 as I would have loved to get her involved in sport as she loves tug so to the owners of this lovely girl move your butts and start walking show her a lovely life

[@jolantamatys2896]

I think will be much easier for you to tell the owners just leave. You and him only.Im not professional I just learned from my dad.You are amazing.

[@gabrielaburcica855]

That is exactly my dog

[@preethikrao]

This is exactly how my adult street rescue dog behaves on a leash...:( Wish you were in India!!!