Episode 6: Mastering Crate Training & Getting the Dogs to Get Along 

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This is a real-life scenario with our dog Veronica and our foster puppy, Shade. Watch how this dog trainer navigates and demonstrates how to help two dogs get along, especially when one is nervous of the other. This video is not just informative but also a practical guide showing the steps I take in these situations. You’ll see firsthand how I address Veronica’s nervousness around Shade. Plus a lesson in crate training! If you’re looking for actionable ‘how-to’ advice and real-life examples of easing tension between dogs, this episode is packed with valuable insights and techniques. It’s more than just a guide; it’s a real-life demonstration of transforming canine relationships from conflict to harmony.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 intro
0:15 update and a breakthrough
0:45 this “shake off” is significant
1:06 first rear end sniff
1:10 dog-to-dog correction
1:33 analyzing the communication
2:06 should we intervene
2:21 destructive puppy chewing
2:40 redirection tips
3:11 get a free box with this secret code
3:27 would you do this
3:52 crate training
7:09 there is no one size fits all approach
8:11 do you use crates or avoid them?
8:19 doing rollers - why i do this
8:58 Cane Corsos aren’t cut out for this!!?
9:24 you can see the magic moment happen here
10:02 what about leash walking and come when called
10:08 bath training preview

[@zakgeorge]

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[@flipnshifty]

3:30 I would never do that, unless it's chewing on a battery or doing something truly dangerous. If it's chewing on my shoe, or a pillow, i just redirect his attention to a toy and don't say anything. But most people can't resist using their instinct to raise a puppy or train a dog unfortunately. Do your own research, don't just go to a puppy class once or twice..

[@zakgeorge]

@@weekendrental8300 those who reject modern science are the flat earthers of the dog training community. I have no desire to engage in a conversation with science deniers.

[@SomeMinorDogTraining]

For anyone reading this: I know that dog training can be difficult sometimes, but you're doing great. Keep up the good work, and your dog (and your own sanity) will thank you for it! ❤️💕

[@fishstyx5945]

I needed to see this comment. Thank you 🫂

[@SomeMinorDogTraining]

@@fishstyx5945 you are very welcome. The very fact that you're here watching these videos says that you're dedicated to the growth of your dogs, and that's something to be proud of. Keep up the good work! ❤️💕

[@tiffanimorrison396]

Many years ago I was anti crate. Then I rescued a greyhound and it totally changed my perspective. Eventually we took the door off but that was her safe space. I’ve crate trained ever since and I believe both my dogs and myself have been happier as a result.

[@thereseandersson3432]

i started crate training because I thought it was a good skill.. then got so much shit from other people for it so I stopped. but she still enjoys crate-time, esp in the car. I still believe its good for certain things, and she was always in n out after a nap etc while i hung around to make it a comfy and calm place to be. she loves the car and loved her indoor crate too, but its gone now sadly, instead she has gotten another type of den she can crawl into and sleep ❤️

[@hippie1252]

Why were you anti crate?

[@flipnshifty]

different dogs are different, my toy poodle hates the confinement of a crate and behaves immacculate out of it. So i only put him in there at night.

[@youngchuchu08]

We too agree with you if door is open then we will be fine

[@Sharon-pf2te]

Don’t ever give up dog training Zak. You are my go to guy for any dog issues I have with mine. This is called sensible dog training for all you out there that think dragging a dog around by the neck is teaching him something.

[@melieramirez5300]

💀💀 not all trainings work on all dogs letting u know. Plus these are puppies

[@nikhilmalik62]

Hey so I don’t think dragging a dog around by the neck is in question- what’s in question is the demonization of any force, in any amount, ever, for any situation and dog. Building love and trust is paramount. But what dogs are looking for is clarity of desired vs undesired behaviors. This can be achieved through both positive and sometimes negative outcomes. The negative outcomes require significant trust, consistency, and appropriate level so that the dog doesn’t get confused and fearful. I am lucky to have a very trainable eager dog and am super positive 99.9 of the time. Dogs nip other dogs when their behavior pisses them off and the other dogs get it. It’s interesting that zak says this is entirely different than an appropriate level of physical discomfort applied by a trusted handler when a specific behavior displayed is not okay. My dog is confident in my massive affection, love and consistency- if I rarely use a lower register voice tone, or shout just his name angrily quickly and immediately (shouting is also negative people, often more scary than a prong collar) as a bad action occurs, or lightly leash pop, or if he were to try and swallow a plastic fork- a short expression of uncharacteristic intensity of my unhappiness absolutely registers- as he is eager to please and is like whoa dads not happy and he always is. I don’t use it often at all but my dog does get it.

[@Nuadin]

Unrelated, but Zac: I adopted a dog yesterday after wanting a dog for about 20 years. In part, me adopting a dog was by watching your videos and gaining more confidence to give the dog a good life. I know I won't be perfect, but I'll be doing my best to use some of the techniques you've taught us over the years. Oh... and it's a puppy. So I have my work cut out for me. She will be coming home with me on Friday. I'm a bundle of nervous and excited.

[@mbreiner08]

Hey Zak! I followed your crate training methods from day one with my dog, and it was the best thing I ever did. I got him at 1yr old as a street dog... So he came with some 'issues' pre -installed, including anxiety and severe puppy biting to the point where I was seriously injured. If i hadn't been able to crate train him so fast with your methods i wouldn't have been able to keep him long enough to eliminate the puppy biting. 😂 I needed the safe space more than he did. He loves his crate now and will go there on his own late at night when he's done cuddling on top of me, which is a stark comparison to the first three days i had him. Thank you a million times over!

[@kimyukheng]

à,,l

[@hikewoofwigglerepeat4894]

I liked how Inertia stepped in to communicate with Veronica after she set her boundary with shade and Shade shook out to process.

[@zakgeorge]

Great catch! I almost did an additional voice over on that point but wanted to keep the video moving.

[@Sapphiregriffin]

@@zakgeorge please point these things out! I want to learn about dog behavior so I can make decisions based on what they need, not one size fits all.

[@janhankins911]

Veronica has made great strides with Shade. She is actually approaching him on her own and "investigating" him. It's great, though, that she has a safe "no Shade" space she can retreat to if she feels she needs to.

[@jfrankcarr]

With our standard poodle, we needed to get a bigger crate after a few weeks of bringing her home. With the larger one, she was a lot more happy with the crate and now she considers it her special space.

[@flipnshifty]

Makes sense doesn't it. I even prefer a play-pen over a crate so they have a lot more freedom without being able to make wrong choices.

[@horsendonkey]

I truly appreciate you take on training and not thinking it's one size fits all approach. My first Weim puppy, Abby, was crate trained from puppyhood. She did so great and it truly was her safe space up until we moved to Florida and put it in storage. At around 7 months old, we no longer had to lock her in it while we were away at work and she never developed separation anxiety (common with Weims) and it truly was her safe space. So much so that I feel when we moved to Florida and no longer had her cage out that she developed bad fear of thunderstorms. She would burrow herself in the closet looking for safety. We should have brought her cage back out but sadly never did. She passed away 7 years ago and we miss her terribly. She truly was the best Weim! We now have 4 adopted/rescued Weims at various ages from 3 to 12. One of my 3 year old's is a foster and I need to do some fear reaction training with him.

[@4vinylsound]

Watch, Beckman's dog training

[@Here_This]

Veronica made great progress . Look at her playing with Shade , no anxiety at all .🥰👍

[@barryhancock9558]

Ive watched Zak along time now even when he was in Frisbee competitions with his border collies he was awesome at it but he cant read large breeds at all.

[@user-wn5iw9ip3t]

Great video for exactly what I’m struggling with with my 11 week old puppy.

[@clmetcalf1]

We fed Matti in her crate when we first rescued her. Now it is her quiet space.

[@cassie3787]

Not sure what happened to my rescue chihuahua in the past. But he is absolutely terrified of crates. Large secure play pens on the other hand, he is very comfortable in! He knows when he goes in the play pen he gets a lick mat and gets to watch Air Bud 😅

[@sarahjohnson246]

My horse is responding well to your method for teaching a dog to take treats politely. Standard horsetraining in this case involves physically punishing the horse for being rough or else not feeding treats at all. I was curious if my horse would understand a different method. To my surprise, he does!

[@raydayer234]

Can't wait for EPISODE 7....

[@raydayer234]

Thanks for episode list. I hope you keep it up.

[@WhatIfBrigade]

In the book The Life of Pi, it described how animals view crates and cages as walls to keep aggressors out and I cannot unsee it. Our dog used to go into her crate when she didn't want to go on a walk (she used to fear the rain) or during storms. Knowing her crate was her place of refuge, her fortress really changed my whole perspective on crates.

[@youngchuchu08]

Love your channel we believe you ❤

[@hikewoofwigglerepeat4894]

With the pillow, I heard that the more dramatic you are with the item, the more value they place on it and then less likely to give it up. Calm replacement is key. Sorry! Just commenting as I watch this!

[@hollyscottlaukkonen8280]

I love seeing Shade show early signs of making himself small for Veronica. That will be a super skill for dog socials as he grows!

[@wordsofclover]

Fascinating to learn what a shake off means! I have a 2 year old golden retriever who does this a lot, especially after playing, and we always wondered why.

[@wolfie9593]

I needed this. I too had to back up with crate training. Thanks! And i totally agree with substitute a toy for chewing. Otherwise, they get too worried about you snatching the item away, and they may begin to swallow what they have.

[@ataxis8951]

Hey Zak! I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate you for writing you book and making these videos. I just got an eight month old Shiba Inu puppy yesterday, and while it took a little bit of time, he’s now sleeping peacefully in his crate.

[@TheKak933]

Such cute dogs!

[@NyreeAlana]

I didn't crate train my first two dogs, because I felt that it wasn't necessary and it wasn't untill it was. At the vet, when they got speyed or went for a teeth clean, they were crated. It was only with my second dog that it was apparent that one of the reasons she came to hate going to the vet's, was the fear if being crated and me leaving. Then I had foster pups, which I did crate train and an adult foster that we decided to adopt and it definitely was worth it!!! Even if you decide that you'd like your dog to sleep with you, crate training is still worth it, for many reasons, especially so when it comes to them having to be crated at the vet's, at the groomer's or if they need to recover from an injury, then then they won't fear being closed in a crate. Some work around vet visit is still a great idea for pups, makes the whole process easier.

[@jasmintapiagallegos5547]

Hey Zak I’ve been watching your videos literally for years dreaming of the day I get a puppy and I did! I have now a 3 month old rottsky and will update through your comments on how he’s doing!!

[@zakgeorge]

Have you ever had to deal with two dogs who don’t instantly get along? 🤔 Here’s a real-world example of how we handle tension and conflict between our dog Veronica, and Shade the puppy.

[@TLFaun]

Bro the female dog is just poorly socialized and cant deal with the puppy.

[@carrotst1cks]

How long should it take for the older dog to get along with the puppy? My older dog is 5 and younger is 1 now. She doesn't enjoy her all the time. She will play with her at times but she takes her treats and toys and they get into spats. My younger dog is having pee accidents and freaks out if I put her in her crate during the day but sleeps all night in there just fine.

[@cathy7746]

I have a wiggly, exuberant, 6 month old lab puppy. My mom has an 8 pound Pomeranian who wants to play with my lab, but my lab just doesn't understand how to be gentle and tramples all over him so we can't let them hang out. How do I teach my puppy to be gentle around smaller dogs?

[@wolfie9593]

Please do a video on exuberant puppies chasing kitties and playing too rough. Border collie puppy owner here, so can't train the chase instincts out

[@r_u_s_t_y__h_o_r_s_e_s-hg4fe]

when my Labrador was a puppy, he often got verbal telling offs from other, older dogs when he was being a bit bouncy, and I think it really helped him to understand socially acceptable behaviour. he's 3 now and very good at socialising with all kinds of dogs.

[@robinlook]

Love it :)

[@zakgeorge]

Does your dog feel comfortable inside a crate? Did this episode answer your crate training questions?? If you have follow-up questions, ask me below!!

[@Oliveyourmoney]

We have to put treats in the crate to get out dog to go into the crate on his own. Is this normal that he won’t go in without a treat unless we place him in there?

[@jan01grippo]

I would feed my new puppy in the crate. You get him used to it. We are a family of six dogs. And now everybody uses that crate to rest in at night when we're watching TV. Doors wide open

[@TLFaun]

just use natural low fat treats and get the dog used to being in and out and in the crate for longer. if the puppy cries in a short period - let it settle - repeat. you shove this corso with kibble and it will still cry in 5min if you leave the room. you have no idea what you are doing, mate

[@r_u_s_t_y__h_o_r_s_e_s-hg4fe]

my dog used a crate until about 9 months, he didn't love it, even though we fed him there. ive known friends who used them until 18 months. crate use depends on the dog in my opinion.

[@ClaireGoff-io9hz]

My 4 month old puppy doesn't mind his crate at all during the day. He goes in there to sniff, eat treats, we feed him his food in there, but as soon as he goes in there for the night time, he is miserable, distressed and loud! Help!

[@CasperTheLion]

@zakgeorge Thanks for all the informative videos. Doing a speed-run through your channel, is there any reason you omitted the use of puppy pads for Veronica and Shade but used them for Inertia?

[@ralphpyeatt6199]

Hey Zak, great training videos! Working on training a 2 month old Golden Retriever. When I first brought her home 12/22/23 her stool was normal. But for the past 4-5 days it has been like soft serve ice cream. We were giving her small pcs. of puperoni treats from Walmart, but I have stopped giving her that and switched to Blue Diamond chicken reward treats, but her stool is still soft. Can you recommend a reward treat that will be better on her tummy. Thanks!

[@ilovemyfurrykids6607]

My first rescue dog was never crate trained. I didn't feel a need for it, and thankfully, she never got herself into trouble around the house when I would have to leave. Fast forward 17 years and my current rescue puppy isn't a fan of the crate and thankfully I work from home and really don't ever have to leave her alone, so I haven't really focused on it. But when used appropriately, I think crates are a good thing ❤

[@PawsomeOdyssey92]

it so great

[@ensabahnur7657]

Persistence & patience!🙏💖🐕

[@flipnshifty]

and gradual build up

[@noradavis5037]

I have a Cockapoo puppy, Fenway, that I have had for 3 weeks. We have been doing crate training in a large metal crate, similar to yours in the video. Is that a problem that I am using such a large crate?

[@JoshGray1]

In regard to crate training, you create those positive moments inside but do you let the dog out if it starts whining or seems distressed?

[@vanessacabrera1548]

I understand not all puppies take to the crate readily but where is a safe place for them at night if you haven't reached that point? Do you just use a gated area?

[@aimeemartin5115]

My 4.5 mos old weim puppy is really anxious in the crate despite reportedly being fine in it at his foster home (I’ve had him for a week). I plan to use your methods to re-introduce it to him, but how detrimental is it to him to have to still leave him in when I am not home? Will it “undo” the efforts to make him comfortable in it if I have to leave him in it when he’s anxious?

[@jamiemcgahey6956]

Your dog looked for support from you and you. Rushed it aside. Your demonstration shows how to loose trust and safety from your relationship.

[@JJdaboy677]

Do you advise that you should start training a dog like mine at six weeks that doesn't grow big just like a chiwawa?

[@debbietaylor2726]

What type of bone did you put in shades kennel?

[@deborahlynch3337]

I've got a rescue dog Bear, we've had her for 7 weeks they are both bischon whose ok with going into the crate and I out food in there, but my other dog also wants to get to the food and then he'll breaks but my rescue bear goes bonkers, snapping, growing, and then wants to get out..and so I'm at a loss as to how to sort this x

[@preteshpatel9028]

Hi Zak, I have a quick question regarding crate training. I recently saw a video by a dog trainer in the UK, who suggested short sharp taps on a crate when a puppy is whining inside the crate. Everything I have read so far has suggested to not do this, would you recommend this or believe it goes against crate training ethos? I just became a Cavoodle owner yesterday and struggling with getting him comfortable with the crate. I only got two hours of broken sleep last night 😫 Please help me.

[@OneFaithFilledLady]

But how do you get him to not bark? I try to put my 4mth old in the crate and ill use these tips bc he did good today going in and out but i try to keep him there a few hrs to give my cat and other dog a break because its new for them too.

[@anjalik.1354]

My 18-week puppy was doing great in the crate until this week - he started peeing and peeing and pooping in it - what could be causing this regression? I had his health checked. The worst part is, he likes to eat his poop, which upsets his stomach and makes him vomit, and he recently was treated for Giardia, so I’m really eager to nip this situation in the bud. I can’t watch him while I’m sleeping the way I do when I’m awake - I get up a couple times in the middle of the night to relieve him.

[@masseyerin]

Any tips on a puppy (5 months) who is fine in the crate at night for sleep but when we have to leave the house he barks and whines and is making himself get sick.

[@tterexx426]

Breed stereotypes are at the same time incredibly important and incredibly dangerous. My boar-hunting, blood-tracking, frisbee-catching Plotthound with great enthusiasm for dog sledding can tell you more about this.

[@designamind]

When I use a crate at my friends house Roxi goes in and settles for the evening, I have a larger crate at home which I rarely use Roxi is very reluctant to use this so I don't make an issue unless its for her safety she is a PTSD service dog and sleeps on my bed of a night, any idea why she is reluctant at mine she has never been forced or locked in a crate ?

[@elite101ollie7]

I really want to know if you can do a Chihuahua series

[@flipnshifty]

3:30 I would never do that, unless it's chewing on a battery or doing something truly dangerous. If it's chewing on my shoe, or a pillow, i just redirect his attention to a toy and don't say anything.

[@alexh9333]

Using a crate for management indoors is illegal where I live, unless you take the door off entirely. I think that's a good thing overall, if a bit frustrating. I still plan to make it a priority for my (future) dog to be comfortable in there though. The law on closing the door briefly, purely for training purposes, is a little unclear. It sounds useful to condition the door closing as a positive event, I think.

[@plottwist205]

How did this video come out right when I needed it

[@zakgeorge]

Hope it’s helpful!

[@lisasmith5726]

Can you crate train a 2 year old? Kindly advise.

[@zakgeorge]

Sure! But go out of your way to make it enjoyable and don’t rush the process the crate should be like a bedroom for your dog.

[@susannerobbins]

I’d like to see a video on how to overcome a dog’s dislike of a particular person when that person is not a threat to them.

[@thekamiakai]

You seem to think that the Veronica interaction was fine, but you had to have the smallest member of your household stand up to an escalating situation. She encountered Shade, turned away, was very worried and looking for help. Ran to one of you for protection, then went on the offensive, expecting that she would have back up if Shade decides to get more confrontational. But there was none. You two let her be chased without stating "hey stop chasing her." Very soon Shade is going to be bigger than most dogs and if he thinks there is no consequences by owners to go after smaller dogs then he might. Unfortunately, sooner or later there will be a dog that doesn't just bark back but will take the charge full on and initiate a fight.

[@DaBestAround]

Yo the thumbnail is too funny - the dog in the middle looks traumatised LOL

[@nikhilmalik62]

So the demonization of any negative reinforcement in any amount, ever, for any situation and dog is what I think is wrong. Building love and trust is paramount. But what dogs are looking for is clarity of desired vs undesired behaviors. This can be achieved through both positive and sometimes negative outcomes. The negative outcomes require significant trust, consistency, and appropriate level so that the dog doesn’t get confused and fearful. I am lucky to have a very trainable eager dog and am super positive 99.9 of the time. Dogs nip other dogs when their behavior pisses them off and the other dogs get it. It’s interesting that zak says this is entirely different than an appropriate level of physical or mental discomfort applied by a trusted handler when a specific behavior displayed is not okay. My dog is confident in my massive affection, love and consistency- if I rarely use a lower register voice tone, or shout just his name angrily quickly and immediately (shouting is also negative people, often more scary than a prong collar) as a bad action occurs, or lightly leash pop, or if he were to try and swallow a plastic fork- a short expression of uncharacteristic intensity of my unhappiness absolutely registers- as he is eager to please and is like whoa dads not happy and he always is. I don’t use it often at all but my dog does get it. And the idea that negative things can’t work and only cause fear is something I don’t agree with

[@KaiSub]

Dogs aren't "looking for clarity" they're simply doing what comes to them naturally, and training can be done in many different ways as has been demonstrated through the ages, it just so happens that we're always learning and what we have learned as of late is that positive-based training in all animals (including humans) is the single best way to raise and train animals to not only teach them what we want them to do, but to negate unwanted behaviors from popping up due to the stress from being punished. There are countless studies done on countless animals that I think are a great way to start learning :)

[@kristenjolly249]

My dachshund loved the crate. He'd sleep in there for 8 hours straight while we went to work! Of course as a puppy he wasn't super fond of it but over time he came to love it; we actually got him a great Dane crate and he loved the extra space and taller height, it was definitely his Kingdom!

[@barryhancock9558]

I would never trust Zak to train a big dominant breed , he knows how to train Frisbee dogs but not a big dominant breed

[@MR2U2B]

You had me watching until you started lecturing on punishment. I learn what to do by the methods you use, which are wonderful and insightful. Win us over, not browbeat us. Thanks. :)

[@zakgeorge]

Unfortunately, it is necessary for me to talk about this given the vast amount of misinformation in the dog training field. I appreciate that you don’t feel that you need to hear that. But you would not believe the amount of people who come into my channel with highly toxic ideas that have been taught to them Prior to getting here.

[@EvelineUK]

Seeing as Shade is not yours, how much did you work on the relationship between him and Veronica? Will they ever see each other again after Shade goes back to his owners? I also wondered how much interaction Veronica has had with other dogs. We have seen her around all kinds of wildlife, but I'm not sure if you took her to puppy class like you did Inertia? Have you seen a change in her reponse to other dogs after having spent time with Shade?

[@lohofa]

Obviously you recommend crate training but can you talk about why some countries have banned crate training /crates for dogs?

[@lohofa]

@@ZaryaTheLaika Thank you. That makes sense. I didn't even think of puppy Mills etc. I only thought about confinement in the home. It is not illegal in Denmark but wondered since I heard about Sweden. And yes of course you're also right about the training part since there is other use - I just couldn't find the right words for it before. But thanks for the answer - as I said - it makes sense.

[@TheKak933]

Didn’t use a crate with our puppy. She had a bone box we visited many times a day so she never chewed the wrong stuff. To keep her safe, all cords were way out of her reach and she stayed in one room if we weren’t home. No problems

[@margaretfleming3554]

I never crate-trained my pet dog and regretted it when he had to be confined later in his life after a quite serious elbow operation. Even when I managed to get him in and stay there as soon as we went out he somehow managed to channel Houdini and be laid on the couch when we returned home! It was laughable if his confinement hadn’t been SO crucial!

[@icefirewolfodell9946]

I never tried crate training on my dogs My parents never did it, but maybe I'll try it one day

[@nickhermo2936]

Been watching you for over 10 years. Still making amazing videos.

[@Oliveyourmoney]

My dog just likes to play tug, some fetch but mostly tug.

[@janhankins911]

Make use of that! A nice game of tug can be a great reinforcer.

[@JenKirby]

I have never used a metal crate. I have used fabric crates (one lurcher chewed a hole in hers). Marzieh was happy to sleep in her fabric crate while we still had Jasper. That was to protect Jasper because she was inclined to bully him and he was an old dog. I have put the crate away since he died.

[@amandarenee3423]

I loved seeing inertia playing Frisbee so I told my husband the next dog that we get we are going to teach her to play Frisbee. And our 15lb cockapoo loves to play Frisbee and I love it😂❤

[@zakgeorge]

Virtually any breed or breed mix can learn to play frisbee to some degree!

[@AnimaTriste]

​@@zakgeorge Again, your lack of knowledge. Inform yourself and think before you write such nonsense. There are entire breeds selected against any play or prey drive. Some individual dogs in otherwise playful breeds do not posess enough drive to be even interested in Frisbee.

[@SaroDogTraining]

Regarding the crate training. How about making the crate nice and cozy by placing a nice comfy bed in there with some toys and also making sure that the bottom cover is not making noise? Also, removing the pee pad from there so Shade doesn't get used to having accidents in there? Taking the puppy out every few hours will eliminate the chances of having accidents in the crate or pee pads.

[@zakgeorge]

Actually it’s just a towel (I do not want to encourage him to pee in the crate). And he is prone to chewing things like a bed up so one step at a time is what I’m thinking. Great thoughts!

[@beverlydeardurff5366]

Gucci, my 2 1/2 year Pembroke Welsh Corgi, doesn't get along with Pebbles who's 14 year old Yorkie mix. If I pick up Pebbles, Gucci will jump up on me and bite me.

[@user-hn2to9gj5y]

Openminded teacher 82

[@BullsBayK9]

1:40 why in the world would you pet your dog and say "good girl" for being reactive? This alone shows that you don't understand dog behavior as well as you claim...

[@Fuhrerious_Biceps]

😂I noticed this too

[@raydayer234]

Is this crate training video considered Episode 2? I am confused. I am search all over utube and theres not a episode 2!!!! what gives

[@zakgeorge]

This is episode six. See the playlist on my channel.

[@user-mm5of5lo4g]

Dry teacher 44

[@wakethefakeupnow]

Veronica’s methods look pretty aversive lol she’s going to cause trauma by barking at shade

[@raniyuna2930]

Your wife pet her in fear...you reinforce her neurotic issues with Shade... And don't take my comment wrong. Even if I don't agree with your methods, it doesn't mean that I don't mean it well with your dogs.😉🙏🏻

[@kevinthomas5902]

give it another 60 seconds before Zak tries to cancel people for using crates

[@AnimaTriste]

It just needs a right sponsor, and narrative will change...

[@suzanned5859]

I don't understand the crate thing. Never owned a crate. My kids sometimes fight over who gets to have the dog sleep on their bed and he is an 80 lb bundle. If no kid beds are available he has his own couch. All my dogs have been short haired. Maybe that's the difference. I feel for small dogs like Veronica. It must be like living in the land of the giants for them.

[@janhankins911]

Crates can be a great thing when used properly. When mis-used, they can be torture chambers. We use crates for our dogs. When they were puppies (not house trained, likely to grab and "eat" anything and everything), they spent time in a crate if we couldn't directly supervise them--for example, when showering. This protected them from getting into things that might harm them (e.g., chewing on an electric cord) and it protected our stuff. I must admit we didn't crate them at night, they slept in bed with us!! They still go in their crates now if we're going to be gone for more than a few minutes. But for most of the time, they stay out with us. Crates can be great if you have (a) comfortable bedding in there (assuming the dog doesn't "eat" the bedding), (b) you give them something to do in the crate (a good bone to chew, a lick mat, a stuffed Kong, etc.), and (c) the time they spend in the crate is limited. Putting a dog in a crate for hours and hours and hours is cruel.

[@hikewoofwigglerepeat4894]

I didn’t use a crate for either dog but crate training can be very beneficial if they need to spend time at the vet or if an emergency or natural disaster arises where you have evacuate. Most hotels require your dog be crated if you need to leave your dog in the room while you go out anywhere. I travel a lot so I’ve seen this in a lot of the paperwork they have you sign on check-in.

[@suzanned5859]

@@hikewoofwigglerepeat4894 I am just glad we haven't needed one. A crate that my very tall lanky 80+Lb dog would be comfortable in would probably be more than I could fit in my car let alone carry around.

[@janhankins911]

@@hikewoofwigglerepeat4894 Excellent points for crate training.

[@4vinylsound]

Dog daddy is the best

[@LyranSoul]

HE'S NO EXPERT. HIS CREDENTIALS ARE A PETSMART CERTIFICATE. He makes these videos for money. SEE IF YOU CAN FIND ANY TESTIMONIALS ANYWHERE WHERE HE WORKED WITH ACTUAL CLIENTS.

[@weekendrental8300]

Zak George. We believe that the purpose of training is to serve dog kind. You however seem to regard training as some kind of dodge or hussy. Your theories are the worst kind of popular dripe, your methods are sloppy, and your conclusions are highly questionable. You are a poor trainer Zack George. You have no place with this dog, or this field.

[@4vinylsound]

Watch Dog daddy

[@robarcega5102]

Dude focus on your training. Instead of attacking other dog trainer. You should helping each other not attacking another trainer just because you think it's harming the dog. Look at the internet there are dog trainer worst than dog daddy. Be thankful for your success. I went and observed dog daddy training. It's not even close to.what you accusing him. There are also spca representatives present during the training. So please stop this negative attack on other. Focus on how much more you can improve your training. You have some techniques that are really good.. don't waste your energy convincing other to hate another person it's not good.