Fixing dog aggression between dogs living in same home

[@maaretrahkonen7706]

Honestly, I feel like I need a support group for this problem! I'd love to have weekly zoom meetings with people who are experiencing the same problem.

[@jaimyroland7581]

I know I can’t take much more my 2 girls hadn’t fought for almost 2 years. They just turned 3 and 6. I was trying doggy daycare so I could go away for a few days I took them individually I took them separate trying to get them socialized everything went great until my son and I dropped them off for their stay last Thursday within five minutes I was called and they needed vet attention for bites they attacked each other. I just returned home two separate people had taken them so we could still go on the trip and within a few minutes my older dog who’s ear is still badly hurt did not want the other dog near her of course and Snapped a little I have work all week. I watched the video and I am willing to do anything. I don’t understand if I get those collars how I leave them on always though? I feel like I have to separate them while I’m at work after this incident…just my two kids 12 and 19 will be home.

[@jaimyroland7581]

Any advice on how to implement everything on the video was exactly right I just need some specifics that have worked for people. Please.

[@maaretrahkonen7706]

@@jaimyroland7581 How are you doing now? Our dogs are getting along again. But we had to keep them separated for 3 weeks. During that time we took them out individually for long walks and when returning home, always let them see each other through the glass door at our back garden. After two weeks they started to go near each other on both sides of the glass door without getting aggressive. Now they are fine being in the same room again. But we have to always make sure they don´t get on each others nerves., eg. when going out, one of them always tries to bite the others tail, so we have to tell him off and make him sit and wait. This really happens every time we go out. But we are trying to remember the main thing: we, humans, are the bosses and the dogs have to obey. And when they do, they also enjoy life and each others company.

[@sandybitter4609]

@@maaretrahkonen7706 thank you so much for sharing your story about your two dogs. We are going through the same thing in our home. Managing a strict environment is key to peace in our home and is ultimately best for the dogs as well. It’s a full time job but worth it.

[@sandybitter4609]

I totally agree about the support group idea.

[@realresident1890]

If you are dealing with this, you understand and recognize what he is saying. Gold! Thank you

[@maggiemoo578]

Only 4 minutes in and this is exactly what I needed. Thank you. I’m emotionally having… the hardest time with these two. They are separate at all times currently. For at least the past 3 weeks.

[@loveisabellaa4693]

how are they now?

[@maggiemoo578]

@@loveisabellaa4693 separated full time 💔 I’ve tried once more since I posted that comment. They were fine for about 48 hours together. One morning, the aggressor followed me to the bathroom and sat shaking slightly growling, in a completely separate room, but I called for my husband to crate the other one because I knew what was going on. Luckily nothing happened, but they’ve been separated 100% since.

[@loveisabellaa4693]

@@maggiemoo578 but you've kept both of them? My dogs are currently going through the same thing, so much aggression towards one another and I really just want to figure this all out

[@jamesrandal5442]

@@maggiemoo578 do they crate in sight of each other?

[@maggiemoo578]

@@jamesrandal5442 they do not. One is crated in guest bedroom and one is crated in master bedroom. They have zero contact other than of course hearing each other from time to time

[@madelynschaedler821]

You have changed my life in 26 minutes. You have helped me more in 26 minutes than the hours I have spent with a trainer. Thank you so much for this!!

[@charlotteharris4690]

What about pitbulls. I have a client who has had to pull the dogs tongue to get it to let go of the other dog.

[@charlotteharris4690]

I agree with all you have to say.

[@charlotteharris4690]

Down to earth simple advice. I love it. Do you have tutorials available for purchase. I'm a certified dog trainer in Kansas and I have more and more reactivity, dog on dog aggression. I have tried to partially fix it with obedience and high value treats for Cc/D. I am working with a pair of pit bulls

[@jw-vx8im]

​@@charlotteharris4690pit bulls are bred for dog aggression. Good luck fixing a genetic stamp. Best keep them seperate

[@81rking]

I feel like you were speaking directly to me with my two! Thanks so much for this video! I would totally watch an hour long episode on this. I know a lot of others would too! Stay awesome and REAL! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@ameliablack4613]

I found the specific examples most helpful, like needing to step between my dogs before the first bark and separate both the instigator and the barker. I know I need to train each of them taking turns in the cage. And when my older dog is resting and the younger dog wants to play I need to remove the younger dog and move the older dog from his spot. I would soak up all of the examples I could get! My dogs are not aggressive but don't like each other. I get scuffles that can be ended verbally but sadly occasionally the older dog gets hurt (ear bites). It breaks my heart, but I will work through anything!

[@lilangelstwinzies5504]

Oh ok

[@MrTeachYa]

@@ameliablack4613 did you end up ever resolving this? My 2 dogs are doing the same thing

[@cassandra6429]

@@ameliablack4613 My problem is exactly like yours. My older dog is a Newfoundland and he is really old, the second is a hyperactive 1 year old field Golden Retriever. The only good thing about all the play-fighting matches they have, is that the Newfie became more active, due to his restless neighbor, and I think without him, this 8 y/o overweight and lazy guy who did not want to move before, would die by now. On the other hand, most of his life, he was the only dog in the house and received all the love and attention and when he saw the little puppy, that was sick and needed a lot of care and time, he was not happy. Now the little pup got much better, grew up physically (mentally he is still a baby), the older guy decided to show him that he is an alpha and regularly "domineering" him without paying attention to his arthritis and weight. Little one, stays still, but right after this "procedure", thinks, that now is his turn and he is aloud to play --- fight with the old guy. Even though he shows that he is playing (ail wagging, posturing), the older one does not like it one bit, and that's when barking starts. In the end he is trying to hide under the table (still barking), while GR is trying to get him out by grabbing his ear. Another unfortunate thing is that the old guy hates when the young one is playing with toys, especially when game involves the human (tug, balls throwing) and he barks, and barks, and barks, to the point his voice gets hoarse. Since he personally does not care for the toys or games, we can not invent a game to incorporate both of them. His barking is so loud and annoying, that the little one stays without his favorite toys. I love the fact that my old Newfoundland lost some weight and became active again, but I realize that this situation is not healthy. I also see that both of them trying to get more attention than another one and jealousy is a big part in their relationship.

[@thefonzoreli]

This really opened my eyes to the responsibility of being a dog owner. I truly appreciate this.

[@drjohnson98]

I made it through all 27 minutes and it felt like you were just getting started! Pure gold! You talked about some of our exact problems and some of the exact mistakes we are making! We have several dogs who mostly live in peace. One is periodically aggressive against our oldest dog. Other times they were fine and the fight (one-sided) starts out of the blue. Yes, the injuries to our old girl are super traumatic for her and all of us. We want to give it a try to not have to give up the other dog as she is great in all other ways. I've been failing as their owner - thank you so much for showing me how I can do right by both of them. Most of my mistakes have to do with letting the aggressive dog make too many decisions (invading my space, guarding me from other dogs, bad on leash, etc) Please do a Part 2 and go ahead and talk for an hour.

[@aussiegrace]

Love your comment. Ours is one sided also. 12 month old has started being dominant to my 8 year old dog. Out of the blue basically. Old girl will take so much but young dog is hell bent on making a mess out of her even with a muzzle on and then the old girl reacts and oh 😮 wow! I learnt more in this half hour than I have in my whole life and this is exactly what I was sitting here searching and searching for. Good luck with your doggos. Would love to hear how you progress.

[@drjohnson98]

@@aussiegrace Thanks. Good luck to you too.

[@drjohnson98]

@@aussiegrace Unfortunately, I have an update on our progress already. The aggressive dog re-attacked again. Our 12 year old is being stitched again as I type. This was not situational at all - they were not crowded together, no resources involved or anything like that. I have been keeping them apart while the old girl healed. Just took her cone off last night from the last bout. All my mistake, the aggressor was far behind us and on a long leash as I was moving our old girls from an outbuilding to our yard. Things were calm and I thought the situation was safe and under control The aggressor came some distance to attack from behind and it was on before I knew it. So I get the total idiot award for subjecting our faithful dog to this. I have to choose loyalty to our long time faithful companion over the otherwise sweet rescue we took in. Only you know your situation. Based on my experience, I would advise (and I'm an idiot so don't take my advice) that you review Larry's video, take the question very seriously, and picture in your mind your 8 year old seriously injured or dead. With that potential outcome in your mind, weigh whether 1) you are up to the task of solving this behavioral problem and 2) if the risk of injury or death to your faithful longtime companion is worth it if you don't. Sorry to be so blunt, but this is very immediate for us and I deeply regret having put my dog at risk this way. This is not a rash decision on our part and we have other dogs. I hate to surrender the aggressor back to the shelter that she came from, and that I volunteer at. But that is the outcome for us. I'm not saying it is impossible to fix this problem. Had I known Larry's advice when this problem started we would have more time and might have been able to fix it. But we were well down the road with our old dog having been attacked twice already. The third attack eliminated all margin we had left and, as I said, I feel stupid for not calling it earlier. It came at our dog's expense and not mine (except the emotional toll). I wish you success with your problem but really hope you will carefully consider. If you proceed, maybe the best route would be to get the best possible trainer to help you. This is a serious problem and the dogs pay for our mistakes. Hindsight is perfect but zero comfort. Good luck.

[@achindriimaya9521]

Im having the exact issue...my 2 year old dog is bullying my 4 year old dog and sometimes bite him...and thats so out of control...

[@morganjohnson2494]

We were having issues with our 6 year old chihuahua and our new Aussie puppy. Chihuahua was resource guarding and the Aussie loved violating her space, regardless of getting bit in the face. He’s so young that he doesn’t understand dog language yet. We started with telling the chihuahua no and removing her from the situation. It wasn’t helping. I followed everything here for 2 weeks and what a difference! It’s amazing how the chihuahua looks at me right in the eyes when the Aussie is out of line. She knows that she doesn’t have to handle it because I’m going to. She calmly waits for me to remove him. We’ve gone 2 days now without a single attack, growl, or snarl and they’re even starting to share toys. The puppy is starting to respect her space. Thank you!!

[@annies6631]

If you don’t mind me asking what exactly did you b/c I am in a similar situation. My Jack Tzu despises my moms new puppy. I am willing to do whatever it takes to change this behavior.

[@little_bird]

This is so great. Thank you for this. Both of my dogs have lived peacefully for about 5 years together, and recently one has been lunging at the other and cornering him. You are 1000% correct that it's because I haven't been putting in the time, and I've allowed one dog to feel comfortable doing so. I've even noticed that after I break her away from him, and tell her to leave, she will start to growl at me until i do not move out of her space. She then seems insanely guilty. She has always been a very anxious dog, and I feel awful knowing that it's definitely due to me not providing that leadership and confidence. I wish I lived closer because I know this can be fixed. I've spent well over $1,000 dollars in training, and they all want to make loud noises and stomp or yell. I just want respect and for them to both know that I'll step in when needed. This is so helpful, thank you!

[@janethulsey]

This video is 2 years old when I am viewing it. So appreciate you putting this out there for all of us in need of help. I have little dogs and even though the aggressive one is 5 lbs. It is disturbing the harmony of our home. I thought you had been in my house and saw what was going on. I think I know what I need to do now and I'm on it. Thank you so much.

[@luvdylanstar]

I have four sibling German shepherd mix that were raised together and got along for over a year. Two females and to males. Then suddenly out of the blue one male attacked the other male and it was vicious, not a disagreement, but all out go for the throat won't let go killer fights. Both males are sweet and loving around people but they cannot be together for one second. For the last two years I have kept two in their kennel and two out at all times and since I'm by myself that is the only way, I cannot separate two big dogs without getting hurt and it's to traumatic for them and for me. I appreciate your video more than I can tell you and I feel that I was on the right track, just stuck and no way to move forward. Thank you!!!

[@ToItalywithLove]

Finally a trainer who can provide answers!! Thank you so much, training tips that make sense and doable.

[@nicolem273]

I have a Staffie and an American Bulldog who is the aggressor. They got into it this morning and thank God my son and husband were there. Enough is enough!! THIS is fantastic! We are taking control back! Thank you for your work!

[@Wob-rt1sc]

THANK YOU! Thank you for being so upfront about this problem and how difficult it is to fix by dog trainers. I’ve studied dog behaviour for years-and followed so many dog trainers. Almost NONE address a two dog+ household where the dogs fight.

[@qxpn9220]

So… what do we do if that scenario happens ? I didn’t watch the video I was just looking for a quick answer ;(

[@jw-vx8im]

​@@qxpn9220watch the video

[@HardinProuductionsOriginal]

No such thing as a quick answer​@qxpn9220

[@sydney.g.sloangammagee8181]

@@qxpn9220 Well then, this is not going to work for you . . . he says early on, he won't even bother to help any client who isn't completely dedicated to do whatever it takes . . . the trainer has very little to do with it, its all on the owners to follow through. If you want a "quick fix" try a turtle, hampster, bird or aquarium, not any dog, little own more than one!!!

[@debloisdogs9993]

This is what I get called most for as well. I really just wanted to comment to say for a video of you just talking to the camera…this is quality content! The last 5 minutes or so is gold!

[@goldenkiwicompote]

I would love an hour long video about this. Thanks Larry. Great video, as usual.

[@destroyingfear777]

I've been training dogs for 25 years whether for basic obedience, aggression, or personal protection and I have to admit it I agree with you 💯

[@Davena]

Thank you for taking the time to share your years of experience with us. Let's hope people listen!

[@samanthak5831]

I thank you so very much for reiterating over and over again that it is the responsibility of the owner to work on the basics and see them through this horrible time or get rid of the dogs. It is not the dogs fault. Most people do not understand that the dogs are suppose to be obedience trained before EVER using a prong or shock collar. Blessings

[@loreroberts1]

I literally was crying this morning seeing no hope for us and my 2 poodles 😔 I was able to see a few videos, but nothing like yours, I will definitely educate myself more in your channel. 🙏🏻

[@alexaibarra7573]

Any luck with your 2 poodles? 🤍

[@alexaibarra7573]

I’m in the same boat right now. 😢

[@lisaclay8206]

I cannot even begin to tell you how thankful I am for this video! In literal tears because THIS has been the ONLY information I have been able to find with an explanation! A true no holding back and no sugar coated bs explanation! Yes, I have been doing everything wrong. People will say in blogs or chats to Crate and Rotate....ummm ok. Let's Google. Gives a definition but doesn't explain anything! I have two puncture wounds and bruises all around my wrist from breaking up a fight and then she came after me. No not a pit or even a rottweiler....but a small 25 pound beagle. I will return to this video hopefully soon to update. Thank you again.

[@jnnfccc1794]

I agree with the notion that I cannot just google my way through professional dog training, but this video does put my head in the right place. All residents must take ownership of the dogs life and training, and the owner willing to make some changes in the start of a program is solid advice before hiring a professional.

[@bethpoe2912]

Wow! Having problems with 2 of my male dogs in my 5 dog pack. Sir, you are spot on!!! I immediately ordered a leerburg collar. My main problem dog is a silver lab. All the scenes you described are the " ok most of the time then periods of fighting for dominance and possession of me. My fault for not being Alfa leader when the lab was a puppy. I had gotten this under control a few months ago and all was going well, but I had to have laxed. The only explanation for it starting again. I live alone with my 5 dogs. All big . Labs and plott hound's. I'm not ready to give up by finding one a new home. So, I've gathered alot from this video. Yes I did watch it to the end. I can't afford a trainer, but I'm no dummy to dogs. I can do this! I thank you from the bottom of my heart for opening my eyes on this issue!!!! Take care! Sincerely. Beth

[@blakem419]

Any update on your dogs?

[@bethpoe2912]

Aggression in my house has nearly stopped. Loki is doing so much better. I can read him now and know the signs . I am leader now . ALL THE TIME!!!! Thank you for asking. Take care 🙂

[@ml3110]

Not only did I watch all of this, I'm rewinding. My Rotterman twins are about to experience a new life style! Thank you so much for sharing this video. 👍

[@tomquintero7583]

I’ve had lots of big dog fights in the house due to a dominant female bulldog shepherd mix and this is some of the best advice on the subject, thanks for sharing!

[@bergsonbatalha8764]

I’d love to see a longer video about this problem. I never had a fight inside the home, but I’m concerned about it specially because the second dog is still very young and I’m determined to prevent it at all costs.

[@joeyprince2910]

I know this is an old comment but, How did your 2 dogs get along? Did you ever experience issues?

[@sola12387]

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[@IINVICTA]

@@joeyprince2910 same here

[@aussiegrace]

Best video I have ever come across. Thank you from me, my daughter and our four dogs.

[@robertmushow6323]

Hi Larry. I just watched your video regarding "aggression of a new dog in the house towards existing dog". We have a male Beagle that is 9 1/2 years old and we've had him since he was 2. Three months ago we adopted a 6 year old female Beagle. Things have been very good until recently. The other day my 9yo was sitting on the couch next to my wife. The new dog came over and tried to get up on my wife and the 9yo growled at her and all hell broke loose. She grabbed his ear and refused to let go. The result was a torn ear and several stitches. Right now he is enjoying the protection of the cone on his head. She has been staying clear of him because of it. We are in fear of what is going to happen once we remove it in another week. He had pretty much shown dominance and did so within two weeks of her arriving. He mounted her one day and she had pretty much shown respect for him and it seemed that she now accepted him as the alpha until this recent incident. My wife and I have accepted the fact that WE need to be fixed. The 9yo has led a pretty charmed life but now we have to change his habits. I am getting the education that I think we need from watching you and Milan and now we have to implement it. I will research your youtube page to try to find more advice. In the meantime, what recommendations might you have moving forward from here. Thank you very much

[@juliehighton-spencer3088]

We are currently going through this with our 2 bitches. A terrier aged 5 and A nearly 2 year old old English sheepdog. A few weeks ago the fighting started. We as owners failed to see the earlier signs . Our terrier was fed up being jumped on and Tbe old English ignored her warnings . Both full on fighting ! But luckily a good behaviour chap has helped us . This video is one billion percent how it is! Thank you! Watched it twice and cried both times. We have now introduced a crate downstairs so we don’t separate them When I’m at work. Terrier in the crate.not upstairs anymore! Ours are the hard to read type as they were great initially . THANK YOU .

[@dianejezdimir1405]

Larry thank you so much. I have two shorkies and they had a fight last week and the one is a little bigger and got her by the leg and busted her up. Right now we separated the dogs so the one can heal. A friend took the dog that was ok. This is a lot of help and we will try this.

[@keryndasnell2881]

Oh my friend. Happy new year and thank you. I'm so grateful i found this and you. This video was so beyond helpful. I have a 5 year old rescue and a 1 year old husky and suddenly they have a new found hate for one another. Only about 20% of the time so it completely lets our guard down because we never know when or if it's going to happen. Your tips and advice, knowledge makes so much sense. I've sent the link to my boyfriend and I'm ready to put in ALL the work. Please, please, please more videos!!!!

[@jillianeller5368]

Thank you so much for this video! We have 3 female dogs, 2 hounds and a pit. The hounds we rescued several years back and they both had rough lives before we got them, one was even abused regularly, so they have their own triggers and insecurities we have worked through and the pit we have had since she was a puppy (she’s the youngest) and the pit has been picking fights with the other two since she got to be about a year and a half of age. Last night, she drew blood on our very docile hound who has never engaged in a fight since we have had her. I think it took that moment to realize it wasn’t just rivalry between the other two. It was extremely difficult to separate them because the pit doesn’t know when to stop once she gets going and we have honestly both ignored and probably contributed to the warning signs in the past instead of taking the action needed to prevent it from going this far. We kept them separated last night and are done with the training methods that aren’t working (we never punish them physically, but like you said - positive reinforcement won’t work for this either) and are ready to get down and dirty with the tough love. This video goes along with other research I’ve done online and I’ll be taking what you said to heart. Thank you again and I hope to be able to share a positive update with you a year (or sooner) from now.

[@jberrocalucf]

Any updates? I am very interested I have a similar problem

[@forestree2434]

Doubt many will make it to the end of this video? Pshh this is probably the most informative video on this stuff. I really like the specific examples of when the dog is laying down or is in the crate, and the other is out. I’ve watched almost every single one of your videos 4-5 times (at least) and this might be my favorite.

[@michaelc1966]

I recently had an game changing incident with my two Rottweilers. I allowed the behaviors to go on and realized what a disservice I did to them and the breed I love so much. I’m in the process of selecting a local trainer to work with us, and until then I’ve adopted a zero tolerance policy to them doing what they want vs what they are told to do. I was thinking about some leashes for them to wear in the house and will follow up with the ones you recommended. Will see what the trainers say in a week or two, I’m trying to use as much positive re-enforcement as I can but taking corrective actions immediately when they are not listening. Small steps and we will work our way up, but I’m glad to hear that absolute control is required.

[@DamianM1k]

Any progress??My dogs are having the same problem

[@evelynjordan6217]

I live with my daughter I’m 65 and care for dogs when they work. There is 4 in total. 2 huskies, 1 sheep husky mix and 1 rotty husky mix. The husky and rotty mix fight it’s been a week and husky will not tolerate the rotty at all. We have come to the realization that 1 has to go. This was the only video I watched and could tolerate so it was helpful. Thank you.

[@BigzoTv]

felt like i was on a facetime call with you , if you ever have the time again to talk more about this please do ! i wish this video didn’t have to end at 27 minutes 😂😂 thank you Larry!

[@Charlesgraydogtraining]

Thank you, Larry for more of your golden words. This is a video I have shared with clients with success

[@NanC1005]

You had me at "no e-collar or choke collar" Thank you for the tough love, I needed it.

[@aliinaboricua8040]

he trains with E collar, look at his videos LOL

[@aussiegrace]

There is nothing wrong with an e-collar or choke (check-collar). They are just NOT suitable for THIS issue.

[@renzosamayoa417]

@@aliinaboricua8040 you just dont use an ecollar for any dog on dog aggression

[@msammy6914]

24:25 This is exactly what happened the last time my dogs fought. They were running up and down the fence barking at my neighbor, then one dog attacked the other. Great video. I find all of the information incredibly helpful and hope that it will help my situation.

[@nunurbizniz3251]

I own a German Shepherd and a Black Lab mix. At first, the German Shepherd was dominant because the Black Lab mix was younger, but now, the Lab is dominant. The Lab will go after the Shepherd anytime the Shepherd comes near me or there is food nearby. The aggression is getting worse between the two of them. The German Shepherd has never been properly socialized, and when my sister came to visit, he went after her and bit her badly. The Lab, however, has never bitten anyone except the GS, and has a more friendly disposition toward people. I trained both dogs extensively, and I have never had dogs that didn't get along. Watching this video gave me direction of how to train these dogs. I know I have a lot more to learn about aggression, but at least I have some tools to go forward. Thank you, Larry!

[@aubreybilskyrozier]

Thank you for the advice ! Will put it to good use. We have two female German shepherds. Both 10 months old from different breeders. They’ve been through professional training with prong collars and the trainer has insisted that keeping the leashes loose is best and tugging or snapping to correct behavior. We’ve made the mistake of letting them play rough and only correct behavior when it starts to seem a little bit too rough. Today they got into a fight in the backyard while outside with my kids. My son had to pull one away from the other after one tried to take a tennis ball from the Alfa female. We’ve been concerned about this becoming a problem but didn’t recognize the signs in time. Fortunately neither dog appears injured and my son only suffered a single tooth scratch on his hand. We love both of these dogs and I personally spend most of my time with them. It sounds like I’m going to be spending more time and energy to keep them both safe and able to live together in the same home. I appreciate your insights!

[@NoneYaBusiness]

Thank you, you have cleared it up for me on what to do. My two male dogs can't be near each other anymore. I see now we didn't set our dogs boundaries well. But we have two young daughters and full very busy lives and I know we won't be able to work with that. It breaks my heart.

[@margebeck]

Dont know how to thank you enough for this video, it was such an eye opener for us as dog owners. I have had dogs all my life multiple at each time and even different breeds and never ever had to to deal with any aggression from any one of the dogs till sadly when we rescued a 40 pound dog and then a year later adopted a puppy to keep the rescue company. Guess we missed all the signs as there was constant aggression from the rescue to our puppy as both were females. It got so bad that the rescue was drawing blood every time it got a chance. Therefore after much thought and advise we decided to rehome our rescue for the betterment and the safety of the new pup. But we still hurt for having to have to do this, had we been more educated on how to deal with this situation this would be a different conversation. Lesson learnt and better understand on now how to successfully deal with any future adoptions. God bless and keep the good job up! Cheers!🙏

[@cynthiaraymond6822]

Are you kidding. I watched this video 2 times. Right after the end I rewatched it. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm committed to putting what I learned from just yhis video to work. Again thank you.

[@AdventureHusky]

This is helping so much. One aggressive dog, inside the house only, with a playful puppy who doesn't understand what's going on. Since separating them and following your advice things have been relatively calm.

[@kgrillsy]

Just these few pieces of advice have been so helpful already with a new dog coming into the home. Thankyou so much. Love your videos

[@Treasure3167]

I'm so extremely happy I found this video.

[@laurenzulli2245]

Thank you for your no BS approach ! Have spent thousands on board/training with no result. I am trying to reintroduce 2 of our dogs that have just fought, and I realized that the problem started with me coddling the one that was shy and fearful, letting him get away with a little too much. Will begin the crating method you described right away, and ( better late than never ) reinforce who is boss.

[@jamesrandal5442]

CRATING is best thing you will ever do

[@loveisabellaa4693]

how are the dogs now?

[@KILLTECH_-]

Sir, I am so shocked on how this really speaks to me in volume. I'm having a hard time with my dogs and I feel like giving up, it's been nothing but chaos now since I moved out and living by my self now. It's a case between 2 dogs that get along 80% of the time but 20% is them almost killing themselves. I need help please, I feel like I need a miracle at this point. I'm losing it, feel like I'm losing in life right now.

[@roxannagonzalez712]

No problem watching this entire video and would stay watching for two hours just to learn how to help my dogs. thank you.

[@thehrinkingbean]

My older dog got into a scuffle with my puppy tonight and this was SO valuable. THANK YOU.

[@cathyroberts9155]

Yes my 7 year old brought blood on my 7 month old yesterday both male.. This was so valuable we start basic training next week plus getting the ole clip job!

[@rachelgarrison8686]

This is a tough one for us because our older dog is deaf and can't hear any growling or commands from us we use hands to give him commands. Recently our younger dog has been growling more and getting more aggressive with the older one, attacks. They're both in the house while we're at work as well. They are fine 90% of the time. Thank you for this.

[@rachelgarrison8686]

@sydney.g.sloangammagee8181 our boy passed away not too long ago. But thank you. 😊

[@tinalouiseca]

Thank you. I just got a rescue that has some major aggression. Luckily not toward my other dog but so many great tips to prevent that from happening. Your videos have helped a lot with her. She is like nothing else I've ever dealt with. A lot of work but like you say, done right it will lead to a great dog.

[@juttak4484]

I just watched this video! A light went on in my brain. You are absolutely correct! We have added a 1 year French Bulldog to our existing home pack. From the first day he walked in our home (he was not neutered) he fixated on our 7 month olde English bulldog who was not neutered at the time. I got them both fixed. We are doing right now exactly what you say in this video with both dogs. Our home has been chaotic! The easy way would be to get rid of the new dog however HUMAN has messed him up with e collars. His mind is in constant anxiety. We did seperate them in the house which we no longer do and following your steps. If we can't get him right we have to re home him.

[@aussiegrace]

Great video. Just stumbled across this and you have reassured me that I am on the right track with my two girls. WLGSD. I have absolutely no fear of any dog so will do anything to achieve peace in the house and out of the house.

[@paulenemaehinds9848]

Thankyou so much. We just adopted an olde English bulldog. They owners came to the realization that they couldn’t commit the time to dealing with it safely as they have young children. The dogs were closer in size than ours and we have three. We see a daily random attack from our new puppy and it occurs over attention towards a family member. I am determined work this out of her. Thankyou for this video. I will purchase the collar and small leash today and begin the tactics you suggested. I want my dogs living their best life.

[@professionalgroundmaintena5555]

I needed to hear this advice! Totally makes sense. I have 4 dogs and 2 that always got along have had 3 fights in 2 weeks!

[@kortaliza]

Thank you Larry for defining what it needed to help our dogs. You have given me great guidance in understanding what we need to do as a family to help that relationship between them.

[@Herbhead369]

God heard my prayers! I had a situation a couple Weeks ago this video is amazing. thank you!

[@shannalarman6554]

So glad this came along my feed. My old man hates my puppy and they are locking it up! I’ve been doing some of your suggestions but I’m going to give them all a try and see where it goes!

[@AmericanStandardK9]

Perfect advice and very well stated.

[@TheWackler]

Love seeing other popular (successful) trainers reinforcing in comments (not that we doubt Larry) too much hate online

[@byebai505]

I have no intention to get a second dog but still learned a lot. Great video.

[@thefallonark]

I watched this four times and just ordered Leersburg collars and 6-inch leashes. Great Pyrenees and St Bernard/Newfoundland males, 7 months old, together since they were pups. Best buddies until they aren't. Thank you.

[@bobkin611]

Thanks for this! I will update in replies in the coming weeks as to how well my dog and sisters dog are behaving. Thank you again, I watched the whole thing through and through.

[@wayneangiemcnair7361]

I watched the whole video. I'd watch an hour easy! Thank you!!!

[@Sonnie0325]

Thank you for your insight and no nonsense approach. You now have another subscriber! I have a puppy who has been extremely agressive to my older dog. These tips have already helped and I just finished watching this video. 👍

[@jodaugustin625]

Thank you for not sugar coating sh*t. Found this video really helpful.

[@stephismith]

Thank you so much for this video! I have two male huskys that have on and off fighting. Every 3 months it seems the fight breaks out. We have been injured also. I know what to do now and where I failed. I thank you so very much!!

[@autumnbaker382]

Do you have any more videos related to this? My two dogs have an appointment with a behaviorist next month but we have to get through this month first. I'm taking your video to heart and implementing what you spoke about. I showed your video to my fiance and we're both on board with jumping up to intervene when the dogs change their body language and facial expressions and we're committing to NO more fights. I would love to get more info. Thank you for posting this! This is the most brutally honest info I've found and I love that.

[@johndavison2760]

Larry, I watch every single video you publish and learn something every time. Thank you.

[@angelinatesta3918]

I’d like to thank you for this information I have a situation with an abused rescue dog and my one older dog I stayed till the end with you because I really want to fix this problem and in case anyone is wondering I don’t have the money for even the advice so this is like gold to me thank you and I will be watching more! You are an angel my family thanks you!

[@clkaggie06]

“You don’t allow your dogs in the yard alone. Get your lazy a$$ out there.” Immediately takes my lazy a$$ outside with the dogs. Thanks, this video was very informative.

[@aussiegrace]

Yep me too.

[@danijjoycee]

Ahahah yes

[@smentor6509]

Thank you!!! This video affirms the lightbulb moment I had today. My 11yo yorkie hates my retriver mix grandpuppy. Thus whenever the puppy visits, I keep them separated and interact with them separately. Today I was like 🗣"Y'all gonna learn to get along!" Started with a walk together. Now we're in the same room both on leashes "ignoring" each other and FOCUSED on me with redirection as needed. Both are crate trained so now I'll just put their crates side by side instead of in separate rooms. Going to also get the dominance collar for the puppy because she pulls when walking. The harness we use is not working. 🤣🤦🏾‍♀️

[@nikita3moonnikita37]

Great video. I absolutely understand my situation 100 times more than I did a half hour ago. Thank you!

[@tracy3364]

This has taught me a lots in less than half an hour ...I have 2 gsd and an old labrador my puppy is getting aggressive with both dogs who were fine before we got him and now I can see where I'm going wrong where we are all going wrong as a family. I've watched hours of videos and no one really mentions what you have ...thank you

[@meggiemoo3291]

I’m currently dealing with this in my home. Did you find a way to fix it?? I don’t want to rehome my puppy 🥺

[@tracy3364]

My gsd is now 11 months and very strong and big ..he's much better with my dogs now, very occasionally he still has a go at them but much much better as he's grown..like you I was afraid I couldn't cope with it all it was too intense but when ever he got aggressive with them I made him go to a place in the house where he couldnt get to them, and also in view of them so not totally away from their sight(I sectioned off an area with a baby gate in the hallway) and he stayed there till he calmed down...and I mean EVERYTIME he had a go I moved him and said NO very firmly it was exhausting but he knows now if he does have a go he's being moved. And all the family do it they have to be involved too. Also in the garden I just kept an eye on him if he started I put a lead on and walked him in the house again and again and again ....I don't think there's a fast simple solution it's just routine discipline and being consistent with them once they realise they can't get away with it they start to learn...and he's such a wonderful boy now they play together sometime roughly but you get to know the signs of possible escalation and just follow the routine you have . It's difficult if you are at work or out shopping etc so at the moment if I can't bebthere they are sectioned off in the kitchen so they are together but can't harm each other he's still so young and hasn't been done yet so I don't want to risk them being on their own yet till I'm 100% sure. They are wonderful dogs but very hard work for a year or two my 3 year old gsd is calm obedient she's such a pleasure. Hope you get on OK good luck.

[@michaelhough7818]

Thank you Larry, I'm dealing with the intermittent fights and I needed the info your gave, hopefully I can be successful too, thanks again

[@kerosene9579]

i wish more people could see this video! i couldn’t tell you how many ads i see of people giving away one of their dogs because they don’t get along with the other. if only they could see and learn so a dog doesn’t have to lose their beloved home and family!

[@msammy6914]

I have 3 dogs (2 German Shepherds from the same litter and 1 Aussie mutt) and the younger, bigger GSD frequently attacks the older, smaller mutt randomly and seemingly without cause. It always occurs when they are outside together (they never fight in the house), and I am always supervising. I'm convinced that my supervision has saved my mutt's life every time since I have been able to break up the fights. But, I'm at a loss on what to do. It's been happening off-and-on for 5 years. I try to keep them apart as much as possible but sometimes I have no choice but to allow them in the same space for a short amount of time outside.

[@sydney.g.sloangammagee8181]

We have a similar situation . . . 2 sister GS & 1 obviously wanted to be a mama, mated her with sons GS & had 4 pups . . . all with prearranged homes by Christmas 2022 (all backed out - unsure of finances) . . . son took his pick of litter & we can't help him with any problems between father & son, cause we have 2 brothers & sister with mom & aunt!!! I first watched this video year ago when I realized we were gonna have all 5 permanently - fixed the aunt, then mama, & finally sister, leaving both males intact - got enough to deal with without worrying about more puppies & to close of breeding! So . . . I am rewatching this to try to catch behavioral problems to nip jealousy & possessive situation in the bud before serious aggression becomes part of the problem. I will say, he is describing exactly what Caesar describes & displays in videos - do not add to the aggression with pain, punishment techniques - if the owner is stressed out, the dogs will be too, be calm & in control. [Caesar has an excellent video: woman in physical abuse situation, nasty separation, emotional - adult daughter suicidal & death of mother - multiple dogs has been experiencing all this trauma with her!!! Each became protective, defensive, possessive & she had to keep all 3 dogs separate at all times, she was a basket case - Caesar had to help her deal with her emotions, before he could help her with her emotionally supportive dogs - 2 part episode, I'm anxiously awaiting the 2nd one!!!]

[@elenasereix9590]

Best video I have ever seen about this specific problem with 2 dogs.

[@vickyadams9390]

Thank you so much for making this video! So much wisdom.

[@robertkezer3665]

Wow, someone telling the truth about this. I have dealt with this, even in my own home, and nothing you said I would consider wrong. Thank you. The truth hurts people who will not put in the time. I was successful in my home, but I had to complete control of the dogs and intervene before it occurred. One can tell when it is going to happen. Again, Thank you.

[@reneeacosta4420]

LARRY... LarRy... Larry..... I can't thank you enough man✨🙏✨🏆💞 I'm checking in probably around a year later... Of what was bad aggression. --I did what you said along with a few other things.... And we are a happy family. I don't have to do any of things any more... I do still walk them together but that's more out of convenience. - I am able to trust them fine with no crate and by themselves. But it was not without your teaching. -Two medium size dogs... Mom and baby, we moved something happened... Maybe it was the roommate, maybe small door way, maybe is was my own aggression that I'm working on... who knows? But something happened after 3years of being fine with eachother, and they could not be next to each other. I found your video in perfect timing. We did move. So that probably helped. I did what you said separated with cage. 5 tools I used 1)cage to separate, but still near each other in the same room. 2) leash; had someone hold one of them on leash, while I held the other on leash and would allow them to get close enough for comfort and would create distance at any sign of aggression. 3) Muzzle, once they got comfortable with being next to each other on leash, I put on the muzzle for them to be around each other without the leash. It really helped ease the tension that I was contributing *they had me on eggshells 🤦an it was really hard not to be affected. 4) I got a silent no bark tool. When I introduced them again after baby stepping all of these things... I had a muzzle on and she went after her mom. And something happened that changed for the better. I had the no bark tool that I activated right in the moment. They don't like the sound, it got her attention right way in the moment. I barked at her and she had the muzzle on, so her aggression was non-affective. 5)Walked them together, and had a serious talk with them. I told them we are family....they are not bullying me in my own home. -They both need let go of whatever it is ... because neither one of them are going anywhere...and that I love them both. -I would pet them together, at the same time, and give them treats together at the same time. ---Who knows what and how much English dogs understand? But they seem to understand. Now ....it's a non issue. I forgot that was even a problem until I saw this video again. ✨🙏✨I am your testimony.... That what you said holds weight. There is hope *if one is willing to put in the work like you said. Greater Forces are proud of you Larry! You are inspiring the people to go the extra mile to hone in on their own greatness, sharpen the gift they have to give the world, and share it🌍.... Just like you're doing with your skills, and that's what I consider having the true essence of a great leader to be 👑. You're not just leading dogs.... you're leading people. -I still have to work on aggression towards other dogs and getting their attention while distracted. But in home aggression is a non issue now.... Can not thank you enough! 🏆

[@RealMeatyBalls]

Thank you for this comment. It is very specific and I like the steps you took along the way. Were there any other things you did? I just got a large 4 month puppy who is perfect in every way except he randomly goes for my resident 2 Yr old collie. He's much bigger and he's trying to do damage when he goes for her. But half the time he barely seems to register she's there. It's day 2 of the puppy being here so I'm stressed the F out!

[@reneeacosta4420]

@@RealMeatyBalls I would love to see more common knowledge on helpful steps for introducing animals properly. Maybe I just haven't researched enough myself? Some animals are fine right away... My lab mix 9 month puppy gave me no problems when my 2year old? Chihuahua adopted us. It was this weird instant trust.... We were a packaged deal. I sometimes wonder if it's not those easy cases that confuse us? And then we forget to lean on the safe side. I've definitely messed that up before. I'd get a crate ASAP and a muzzle. If you don't have access to any of that immediately. I'd keep them separate. Then Ideally with another person walk parallel in a large space.... With a large space in-between *enough space that they can both be relaxed. Then walk at the same time with the other person and slowly scoot in closer. Listen to them for them to tell you when they're uncomfortable and don't go any closer... Create distance if they start acting up. Make sure the other person is in the same page with you and knows to create distance. If you lack another person that will help you. You could try tying one dog up securely. Then bring the other dog out on a secure leash. And just start walking pacing back and forth.... starting out at a good distance and giving treats for good behavior. And slowly move closer towards the other dog pacing back and forth...nice easy walk. And moving closer towards the other dog. *from watching these helpful dog trainers it brought light that Dogs seem to have aggression when you walk head on. So when pacing I'd say do it in shape of a T if that makes any sense. Pass by the other dog as if the tied up dog is in vertical direction and you and the other dog are walking in a horizontal direct... Slowly moving closer as you can for comfort... And move away when they start communicating discomfort. -My dogs and I visited my brother who's back yard has a chain link fence. And my dog was aggressively barking at the neighbors dog who was a pitbull angel. His person took him to some kind of PetSmart training. So he just ignored my dog... Which was perfect. I put my dog on a leash instead of letting her run free in the back yard. We practiced this pacing... I also corrected her with a "No" and a tug if she started acting up. We didn't it for maybe 15mins. Until she could be next to the dog without any reaction. I took her off the leash to roam in our backyard and just like that it was magic they were fine. She never barked at the neighbors dog again. Now that worked so well with that neighbor, I imagine cause her dog had already been trained and was non reactive. -But just like Larry talks about...we got to put in the work if we want the dogs to respond. *I love a muzzle. My Dog hates it... It cuts up her nose... I have to get a better one. But I'm surprised they are not more popular. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who is having any kind of behavior issues. It doesn't have to be a forever thing.... But it can be a bridge that closes the gap. --Hopefully Larry is able to see this and let you know if there is anything he disagrees with. He is the trained professional. I am just doing the best I can😁 good luck to all the furfriends out there.

[@RealMeatyBalls]

@@reneeacosta4420 thank you so much for taking the time to help out a stranger online. Once the puppy is suitably trained and understand his place in the new family, understands restraint and such I'll put your advice into practice and start reintroducing them. Currently they're around each other but always with the puppy leashed or crated. The old dog keeps herself away. They're okay on walks since the first night so there is hope. Tha ks again. If I'm successful or not ill keep you posted!

[@ashleymartinez1898]

It feels so comforting to hear you say it can be possible 🥺

[@kellyschulte3535]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! This is the best advice I have been given since the first fight happened a week ago. I have appts scheduled with a Trainer and a Certified Animal Behaviorist but they are a ways out and my partner and I were still getting conflicting information on what we should do until professional help arrived. You helped immensely with this!!

[@barryhiggins5035]

Thisbis one of the best informative videos ive ever seen

[@marietteoepkes2584]

Thankyou for this video...very clear and straightforward...will start immediately with the training..(have a new dog who attacks my older smaller and very sweet dog, she never fights back) So its a very serious situation...

[@jaxwo438]

Thank you for making this video. I sometimes don’t know how to measure success especially if there has been setback. This is an honest and straightforward video highlighting important steps and I appreciate that.

[@susanhawkes2519]

Pure gold.

[@user-bx4ov2qy8b]

As a trainer, I run into this often and what is most frustrating is that owners actually DON'T want to put in the work. Everyone wants the Benji or Lassie in the movies and can't accept the realities of dog ownership. You're right--the ones who are willing to put in the dedicated effort are terrific, but so many of the people I encounter have kids and/or too many other distractions to be able to focus fully on the dogs. Sadly, these are the same families whose children get bit when all hell breaks loose. Another struggle is when the adults are not on the same page. I always ensure that BOTH adults in the family can see eye to eye and work TOGETHER on correcting the situation. What I find fascinating is the personal psychology of the people I work with. Very few want to be what they perceive as the bad guy. "But I want Fido to LIKE me!" Teaching respect through discipline and by "being the captain" is what keeps dogs OUT of shelters, folks.

[@kenwilson2314]

Wish you would have went on even longer I’m rewatching it again now and I will be sitting the whole family down to watch this together. I’ve had dogs all my life usually as puppies but I picked up a dog that was very miss treated tied up in a back yard on a 4 foot chain he has came a long way but still have a long way to go wish I would have gotten him as a puppy but I’m glad I got him from the toxic people he was around. We are having problems with in home aggression I also subscribed to your channel and really appreciate you taking the time to make this video. We as a family will fix this problem I never get rid of dogs I have to much love for them they are family the moment they walk though my door. Thanks again for this videos.

[@sydney.g.sloangammagee8181]

I'm sorry to respond from 2 years ago but GOD BLESS YOU!!! One of the worse thing anyone can do to a dog is to "love the adorable puppy" then want nothing to do with the dog & chain them up outside & of of mind! Thank you!!! Hope all is well with your family & dogs.

[@xziang]

Was suggested your video and loved every minute of it. Rescued/found about a 2 year old American Bulldog and trying to get it socialized towards other dogs. Had/have anmolder Lab which is now staying at anothe family members house for don't trust the new dog. Will be taking a look at your other videos for sure. I am guilty with lack of obidience with the lab but she loves people and dogs with no aggression there. New dog is not,that way and afraid it wasn't socialized at a young age, but she loves people.

[@rollersk8reviews881]

Good advice! Trainer in this video is spot on. I'm currently working with some folks that are having troubles. I'm going to send them this video right now.

[@1packatak]

I worked with a trainer who made it clear from the moment I started that if I did not do the work, nothing he was going to teach me would work. The prong and ecollar were to get the obedience down. To meet some other goals I had like leash free on some acreage we owned. And we were 100% successful in stopping the issue 6:04 for the rest of the time the dogs were alive-like 6 yrs.

[@angelaleday885]

Thank you for the plain language on the work needed to make dogs happy in the home again. I needed the inspiration and hope that it is possible. Keep training us. 😊

[@bkjn06]

Hard truth. We had 3 dogs. Piper was aggressive to Miska. It was causing the Miska to no longer thrive. She was terrified. So we found her a new home. Within a week, Miska is doing well. Sadly, Piper moved on to Finn. Looks like I’ve failed and need to get my shit together. I’ll be purchasing the collar and leash you recommended and start to be more proactive with Piper’s aggressiveness. Thank you for the info.

[@petergarcia8225]

Informative video, the atmosphere that the pups live in is the outcome of the dog. They usually do better in pairs, but like all things like twin boys or girls. They more than likely have different habits and hobbies, attitudes as well. Learning and teaching never comes easy.

[@suzieprater8083]

I would have watched a three-hour video on this topic! Thank you so much. Every day, I wish I was back in the Nashville area where I'm from, so that I could hire you to help me!!

[@stephieferrer3482]

I've been looking for an answer to stop my dogs from fighting. I will definitely do this right. You just gave us an answer to resolve the issue nit just for a moment but for the a lifetime.

[@pennythostenson6983]

Thank you. You let me have it on what I’m doing wrong. I lost control and now I will get it back.

[@davebob666]

Man, if anyone didn't make it to the end, they made a mistake! 30, 45, or 120 minutes, I would watch it all. Really needed this refresher, just took on a new Rottweiler and my house is out of order. My fault entirely.

[@maldonadoJ]

FINALLY The Video That I Have Been Searching For Forever !!! I Wish It Was The Hour Long Version Of Info , lol! Such a Great Video! Awesome! Thank You Very Much !!!