German Shepherd Dog vs Micro Toy Goldendoodle | Is Bigger Really Better?

[@StonnieDennis]

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[@joseywales1150]

Great channel I watch from time to time. I live right outside Portland. A woman inside Portland went into her bedroom and yelled at her husband whom she thought was laying on top of clean clothes. All the while her she she foo foo dogs are barking their heads off. Come to find out (yes Im originally from the south) it was a homeless crazy woman who broke into her home in broad daylight, this was the second home this woman broke into. My thoughts are I don't care how high or crazy you are, I dont care how high you are, if you see a big menacing dog you are going to the she she foo foo dog house most people aint that crazy or that high. Big dogs especially if they menacing are better. The looks alone will make someone move along to an easier target, a soft target. My thoughts I could be wrong tho...

[@billf595]

Hey mister Stonnie.I am a big fan of yours for years,and i have been watching your videos especially the ones you posted a lot of years ago raising the malinois puppies as i really like protection and obedience working dogs and the ones training your son.The question i would like to ask is of that nature.I have watched a lot of videos of out of control dogs and working dogs redirecting to the handler for variable reasons.After the handler attack what is there to be done if the dog learned this behaviour.How would you address this issue.It is something that really brings the curiosity out of me.Most of the trainners that deal with these cases use aversive techniques i guess but the positive only ones condemn them.But these dogs are a real threat to the handler and the public.I am asking you this with a lot of respect because i know you have a lot of years under your belt with serious trainning and i really appreciate your methods and your teachings.I think these cases really divide the dog trainners methods but in reality these are the really ''tough'' cases i guess that hold more gravity for the dogs life ultimately.Thank you in regards,Bill!

[@emmataliaferro526]

I’m a 76 yo woman that has a Pyrenees-border collie (70#) and a Malinois-Anatolian mix (82#). I get from old guys at the dog park “what’s someone your age doing w/those big dogs?” I want to say “protecting me from people like you”…..but, I don’t……I hike in bear/cougar country….my dogs go into crowded elevators in 3star hotels….they are w/me all the time! I don’t have a gun….i have guardian dogs. Works for me!!

[@loudloveen]

I'm 48 and admire you!

[@rockriverlady-ue6nu]

i think its more about the person ....i have seen a 6 ft 3 250 lbs man who could not control his chihuahuas

[@PaulaDTozer]

If you can handle them, in any situation, you’ve nothing to prove.

[@paulabragg6868]

Several years ago I had 2 Shitzus and 1 Pom. After dark, in my fenced in yard, I heard growling, barking, and occasional yips. Terrified they had a raccoon cornered, I ran out with a broom, only to discover a man had come into my yard and was attempting to break into my shed. They were tag teaming him with every fiber of their being. Thankfully, none of them were seriously hurt and the man ran and used a lawn chair to clumsily launch himself back over the fence. I am a 59 year-old single female who now is owned by an indoor, 130 lb Great Pyrenees. I would put the heart of the three muffins on par with that of my big floof any day - all beautiful souls.

[@AmericasAlgebraTeacher]

Will you stop making so much sense! This is KZbin, don’t you know you have to exaggerate and choke out big dogs to get views? In all seriousness, you are the best! Your calm, sensible and compassionate instruction and advice is a breath of fresh air in this space. Thank you!

[@beastinblack4055]

His voice of reason is refreshing compared to the usual rubbish we see online

[@leecastle1465]

Hi Stonnie from Epsom Southwest London England. I'm a 66 year old Grandmother who rescued a 19 week old GS puppy female, Lexi, 3 years ago. Best decision I ever made! First year was a challenge but she walks well on the lead (unless she sees a fox), stays near me off lead in woods and parks, responds well to basic commands, good recall and plays tug and out perfect but won't drop a ball ☺ Thank you for all your training vids, I've watched many over the years and Lexi thanks to you, turned out a good dog, she even cuddles on the sofa laying across me. Most importantly enjoy your dog and have fun together! ❤

[@dawnsteisslinger353]

I have this problem with my Lab. We just got more balls and use two. He will drop it when he sees the other ball.

[@leecastle1465]

@dawnsteisslinger353 Hi there, yes we take out 2 chuckit whistler balls with a ball launcher, Lexi knows she won't get the ball in the launcher thrown unless she drops the one in her mouth, trouble is she drops that one all over the place and won't bring it back to us. 🤦🏻‍♀️ We now put the launcher in a bag and tell her to go find then fetch the dropped ball, which she now does, best we're going to get it. 😅 Dogs are wonderful ❤️ 🐾

[@dawnsteisslinger353]

@@leecastle1465 Awww very creative idea!

[@lyndaluscombe1475]

I don't think anyone could accuse you of having favourites. I have small dogs for all the reasons you mentioned. At the end of the day they are all dogs with all their small quirks and personalities that we fall in love with. I like to have my dogs on my knee for cuddles I couldn't manage a GS😂

[@DannyStammers]

Stonnie doesn't have favorites, as long as they all want to be black labs. 😂😛

[@staceybiro4303]

I love GS dogs but at my age of 58, my small, cheerful little dog is just a perfect match for me. I can take her anywhere, she listens well, and loves every single human she meets.

[@stevenpringle7813]

58 is young.

[@giorfi-n7v]

@@stevenpringle7813 people dont realize the risk of large dogs....I know a woman whose Bernese mountain dog took off as she was holding the leash....she hit the ground face first and broke her nose, facial bones.

[@stevenpringle7813]

@@giorfi-n7v I am just saying it's young because that's my age. LOL

[@staceybiro4303]

@@stevenpringle7813 no offense intended :) I just mean that I am not in the shape I once was and a smaller dog is easier for me. It's also good for a dog to be matched to a person that is right for its activity level needs.

[@staceybiro4303]

@@giorfi-n7v for sure. I have seen so many people who can't handle their dogs and it is a danger for them and the dog and possibly other people and animals.

[@TomsWhip]

I also opted for a smaller dog this time, for practical reasons. Went from a Bullmastiff to a Whippet. And it's been great, mostly. I will say, that i find myself worrying a lot more about keeping her safe from off leash dogs storming at her, than i did with my big boy. In general, i don't really need a dog to protect me, i can take care of myself, which was also part of the reasoning for going smaller this time. What i hadn't considered was how much extra work it is to protect not just yourself, but a small dog aswell simultaneously. Maybe it's just all the Corona dogs that people got that's made it a lot worse lately, i don't know, but i've started carrying a walking stick with me, so the other dogs can run in to the end of that, instead of my hand or boot

[@debraworth8861]

I have always had wonderful big dogs, am a bit older now and have a mini poodle. He was easy to train, does need a bit if exercise (good for me) and is the best little companion who always stays by my side. More of an alarm dog than a guard dog but I love him and know I will be able to manage him as I get older ❤️

[@Smokeythewelder]

Black labs are just beautiful!

[@Tegss21]

The two of them are gorgeous I will have them both

[@davidjernigan8161]

Depends on what you want out of your dog and how much room they have to live

[@fjordpitsky4486]

The size of the dog doesn't always correlate to how much space they need. Some large breeds are too lazy for their own good, while many small breeds are hunters at their core and need lots of space and activity

[@newlifecalling2233]

@@fjordpitsky4486 That's good to know - I want a large dog that doesn't need much indoor space but not so lazy that he or she doesn't' want to go out for at least one 2-mile walk a day. It's not about not loving small dogs, it's that living with with medium to large dogs suits me perfectly. I find them much easier to train and interact with - but that being said I've always gotten large dogs as puppies.

[@newlifecalling2233]

I want a medium to large dog that doesn't need much indoor space but not so lazy that he or she doesn't' want to go out for one or two 2-mile walks a day. I'm going through all the Dog Breed Lists to see if I can find one that would love living here with me! My dog's needs and happiness are as important as my own.🙂

[@lorigraham2496]

I had a scottie that easily convinced people to keep their distance. But I could tell him to be nice and he would stop growling. Oddly he was nice to children. Small can be a good guard dog

[@fjordpitsky4486]

This isn't guard dog behavior, this is a warning sign. Scotties are known to be aggressive if not properly socialized. Guard dog behavior is professionally taught and would never take the form of unprompted growling at strangers. This is how people get bit

[@lorigraham2496]

@@fjordpitsky4486 my scottie is properly socialized. I don't want random people petting him. I walk a lot and appreciate his alerts. He is very tolerant of children, something we worked on early. Scotties can be a one person dog and feel a deep duty to protect that person. I think every dog large or small should be respected and it's owner asked if it can be petted.

[@ponder_s]

Hey! I've been binging your videos trying to encourage myself to work with "my" dog more- her owner, my roommate has brain cancer and really doesn't look after her. year old pitbull shepherd mix, mostly trained but extremely undersocialized. I myself have some mental health problems and haven't left the house in months, but today WE DID IT! we went on a walk for the first time in ages! she was relatively well behaved and EVEN left a dead possum alone after I told her to. here's to more walks, thank you for the accessible and straightforward content, I love how you respect the dogs you work with and their instincts :)

[@peleber9678]

You're awesome! Working with dogs is hard, but it's probably the most rewarding work you'll ever do. Thank you for the dog and also for your roommate. I wish you luck and patience on your future walks

[@myhounddog]

In my neighborhood I see too many GS who only get walked on leash around the neighborhood 😂😂😂.... Then I see these little old Betty's with their tiny fluffy white dogs walking 10 km in wild areas 😂😂😂....

[@tigertalks1567]

Ruger hands down better looking smarter and if there's an emergency you want a German Shepherd

[@corem7572]

Smaller dogs are a nice alternative for older people who still want companionship but can’t physically manage a bigger dog. My parents are in their 80s: we had mostly black labs in our household with a smattering of other large breeds such as German shepherds growing up. At this point in their lives, there’s no way that they could manage the energy needs or discipline required with a large dog. For myself, as a younger person, I still enjoy the large breeds and their activity levels/ needs. It depends on your current reality and lifestyle.

[@fjordpitsky4486]

At the same time, people need to keep in mind that size & energy levels aren't always neatly correlated. There are many large breeds on the lazy side, and many small breeds that are workers and need lots of activity and mental stimulation to remain healthy. Ultimately, people just need to know the breed they're bringing into their home. Can't have dogs like dachshunds or corgis going into homes with low activity levels

[@giorfi-n7v]

This just makes sense. I fostered a beagle and he would plop himself down and refuse to budge. was able to just scoop him up easily and carry him. I witnessed this happen to a woman out on a trail with a large dog....there was nothing she could do.

[@TT-mf5nj]

Everything that Stonie said about the disadvantages of the shepherd applies to ALL large breeds. Including fat black labs.

[@beastinblack4055]

The variation in lab size is astonishing really, my girl is only 55lbs but you see them 100lb+ ones that aren’t even fat as well!

[@edwarddurkin6635]

Don’t let your beautiful labs get fat! They need plenty of exercise which will be good for their pet parents as well. We have owned bassets as well who are notorious chow hounds, but none of them were obese even if a few times they had to lose a few pounds. 🤣

[@shatteredyoshi]

Big dogs eat more food, shed more hair, need more training, need more exercise and simulation, they're more work to groom, they're harder to find pet sitters for... But! If you've got the time, money, and drive to care for a big dog, they're the best.

[@rosablume4346]

You forgot the ginormous piles of poop😉

[@debbiesmith2207]

Definitely food for thought however, I would say Stony builds the case for early puppy training. It's pretty rare you have to pick up a well-trained dog. I brought my sister's 120 lb Rottweiler to the vet. He couldn't jump into the back seat so we made a ramp for him. We probably could have picked him up but didn't want to hurt him. I taught my golden retriever to climb ladders mainly because I didn't want him to be afraid of anything. He will happily climb a ladder to a slide in the local playground I'm sure he would go into a tent on top of my SUV if I asked him to. Getting down might be more difficult, but these situations are rare. Something to think about but not a deal-breaker for me. My 83 year old mother had to bring her dog to the vet. I wasn't around so I found a cab company that was glad to help her out.

[@texasnurse]

I lost my beloved Great Pyr this year. She was the guardian dog for my goats. I save $100 a month on food, so haven't replaced her with another. I also have two 17+ year old dachshund mixes who probably won't last much longer, so I've been thinking about what kind of dog to get when they're gone. I grew up with labs, and would love to have another, but I'm 67 years old and petite. We've had mini dachshunds, and I'm leaning toward a dachshund again. They're good alarm dogs, fearless, short haired (never will have another long haired dog!), and small enough that I can handle them easily.

[@undertheroder]

My goldendoodle mini is 1,5 years old I’m so happy with her :) ❤

[@Trapphausmusic]

Uncle Stonnie what brand or type of treats do you use?

[@tigertalks1567]

It's not about the size German Shepherds know things in my dog's 5 years she saved a child from being attacked at a park by a dog and got an award from the mayor was walking through the parking lot of a mosque alerted to a guy under a tree he ended up being arrested with explosives in his backpack. She was attacked by a 30 year old autistic guy at a mall and he hit her and she did nothing back his father ran up to us and apologized profusely and said she was a great dog the list goes on and on and on no competition ever always German Shepherd hands down they know stuff

[@debrasmith8593]

I’m 62 and we have a bullmastiff puppy. He’s 6 months old and 62 pounds I can barely lift him in the car when he refuses to use the ramp, so you have a VERY valid point!! (Not that I’d ever give up my big teddy bear) 😂😂

[@curttempleton591]

This was a great video about the advantages of a smaller dog! Too many people have dogs that they can’t control ! Activity levels of different lines / breeds vary greatly!

[@Hope-uk6zw]

I love gsd . So I'm good with one. But they are a lot of work. You can't just leave them and think they will behave. Depends on what kind of lifestyle you have. I'm old but I take my dogs with me everywhere. Lots of socializing and keep her busy. She doesn't get bored.

[@beastinblack4055]

In agree they are wonderful - in the right hands/arms. But in the wrong hands? They can be a total nightmare for the owner and the general public. But that’s not the dogs fault at all

[@Hope-uk6zw]

@@beastinblack4055 I agree with you. My neighbor has one that drags him around and is a total menace to the other dogs. Not to mention the people.

[@don3667]

I’ve had German Shepherds for 25 years. I’m coming up on 50 and this is my last one. I’m don’t want to pick up a 100 pound dog at 60. That little dog is fine for my grandma. Just keep it out from under my feet. English lab might be next for me😎

[@edwarddurkin6635]

Lots of good points in this video. We have a senior black lab who weighs 75 pounds and little terrier who weighs 22 pounds. You can guess which dog is more stubborn! But we use a ramp to get the lab in and out of the car and can easily pick up the terrier for the same. GSDs can be 90 to 100 pounds and that’s even more of a lift.

[@anniecampbell8554]

Thanks, Stonnie. As a 55 year old with a 50 lb dog (calm, well trained by my learning from you) retriever, my next dog is definitely going to be a cocker bc the same energy but more manageable mass. And they all bark with the same intensity if they love you and know their boundaries.

[@loudloveen]

When I was in my 20s I could lift my 70lbs Akita and put him in the car boot and vet table. Now in my late 40s I'm able to do same, but with a 46lbs collie. However I still want a Giant Schnauzer or Airdale Terrier in the future, so I'm now doing resistance training and becoming fitter. Hopefully I'll feel able for a bigger dog when the time comes. Having said that, Poodle and Cavapoo are the best options for families and first time dog owners. They learn fast, are good with other dogs and are small or medium in size. My first dog, at age 12, was a toy Poodle and now I have a Cavapoo and a JRT as well as a collie.

I'm picking up my 5 month old Catahoula this Friday. Tan male with brindle on the legs. Amber eyed male.

[@rockriverlady-ue6nu]

i travel across country in my mini van twice a year .....my two small dogs are perfect for this ......there is room for me to sleep and a mid sized crate for them to sleep together .......the chihuahua mix is very alert and will warn me if any thing is going on when i am sleeping ......been doing this for years now without any trouble ....love it

[@mnj640]

I've had a few large and giant breeds over the years. Best dog I ever had was a very large red Doberman. Several terriers as well. Always had a soft spot for the little guys. A big dog in a small dog body. Got two Australian Terriers now just as energetic and fearless as any other large breed. I can just pick them up and take them with me

[@Mitch_Ryder]

There is no “one size fits all”

[@girlthatloves2sk8]

Awesome and sensible video! Was that a dutchie out there? Or just a dark sable? I have one little yipper mutt (my alarm system) and two big boys (my defense system)

[@GailTyler-q1p]

So true. My Labradoodle broke his leg on a track, and i wasn't strong enough to lift him into the high SUV 😞 no one else there to help, and he had to jump.

[@liviuenache9802]

An excellent lesson! And you were in a fantastic mood. Thank you!❤

[@spencer5838]

I have a Malinois and a Mini Golden Doodle this is so true! Also, I'd like to see more of training Ruger to be less reactive around other dogs.

[@car2nerr]

hubby and I are now in our late 60s and travel around the country in our motorhome with two GSDs. One thing about big dogs that is harder than little dogs is carrying enough food for two bigger dogs!

[@StonnieDennis]

Good point!

[@onesiewarrior]

i have a silky terrier and a shih-poo. i always have small dogs. i wash them easily. i carry them in bags. they go everywhere with me and I’m with them all day and night 24/7 lol. they are so easy to care for.

[@StuWNZ]

Great advice so many people just buy a dog for looks or a specific breed to satisfy heir ego. Or get a dog to get them active. Getting a breed that really suits is far harder but much more sensible

[@MeiraV-]

and now I want both . . . thanks lol

[@lucastolotti1689]

How many people would have think three times more before buying a german shepherd to live with them in an apartment in a urban place? Videos like this serve as a red pill to us. Less fantasy and more reality. Thank you, Stonnie!

[@Serioussamurai500]

Baker!!! 💙 Doodles are so easy & sweet

[@pintsizestories196]

My daughter likes to have dogs about 25 lbs - not too small, but easy to pick up. I also thinks that's a great size.

[@emilyh.9240]

You have given me some things to think about for sure. 👍

[@tigertalks1567]

Is bigger better? I don't know but a German Shepherd is always better. If I'm out as a woman out walking by myself. I want my 96 lb German Shepherd that is always watching by my side

[@richarddetriquet9642]

I've owned many shepherds and farm collies. My favorites. It all depends on your needs and lifestyle. Sometimes, when you get older a smaller dog is the answer. I've seen this with many seniors. My parents had shepherds into their 90s, loved them, but it became alot of work

[@myhounddog]

😂 that was my theory to but all my big dogs were chicken's and would have traded me to the bad guy for snacks 😂😂😂😂.

[@tigertalks1567]

@@myhounddog mine is fearless. He grabs bees out of the air..lol. he checks men's ID and stares them down like a bad western. He would hurt a man if they came for me.

[@richarddetriquet9642]

@tigertalks1567 My female shepherd was a much better protection dog than the males I've had. Just keener all around. Our farm collie was the absolute best....absolutely fearless with dogs, men, coyotes. Had that unique ability to turn it on and off which alot of dogs lack.

[@tigertalks1567]

@richarddetriquet9642 I agree I had a female Shepard who saved a child at a park from an attack from a dog and got an award from the mayor, accidentally caught a guy with explosives in the parking lot of a mosque the police were called they ran a check on him and he had explosives in his backpack. She saved me at a school one time when I was running there was a guy hiding around the corner she was playing with her ball, then she disappeared which is unheard of with her and I hurt growling I went around the corner and she had him backed up into an alcove. He was at an elementary school at 4:00 p.m. hiding around the corner. She didn't bite him but she refused to let him move she was a highly trained protection dog a CDX TDX UDX Schutzundv3. She regularly outscored male intact Malinois and German Shepherd at trials. She got her title with a score of 783 which is unheard of against 6 intact males she was the highest score. They hated it because she was a female LOL all the tough guys so sometimes when she was competing I would put tiny pink bows on her butt just to piss them off. She had discernment and was extremely gentle with anyone in a wheelchair anyone with any kind of problems she just knew things. But I know dogs like her don't exist even my vet said she was one in a million and that I won the dog lottery. I know there's no possibility of me having another dog like her. As a female she usually would squat when she peed but when she was at competition she was lift her legs just to show those male dogs that she could do both LOL I swear this dog was a genius So now I have my big male and he's quite Brave

[@teresagarcia1307]

I have a daschund, I m happy he weighs 8 kg, because when the stubbornness comes out, at least is only a battle of wills and not a physical one. I can’t imagine a bloodhound pulling me towards a scent or a fox 🦊

[@martyisabeliever]

Still choosing Ruger, hes a good boi.

[@jesusalejandrogonzalezrodr9669]

@StonnieDennis taking a shot at office workers 😂 You make a good point though, I also believe that larger working breeds do a lot better with owners who have the time and energy to mould them into great dogs. We see it too many times… the person who’s too busy to have a dog, get one anyway and the dog ends up turning into a nightmare. Or owners of smaller dogs who never train or socialise them properly and also turn out to be nightmares, but nobody minds because they’re small. In summary, you need time, energy and dedication to have any dog, large or small.

[@A_Reliable_Source]

We have a 13 week old GoldenDoodle … she loves water and fetch.. I noticed her paws have a lot of hair on the bottom (which causes her to slide when running in the house) … are we supposed to trim paws hair? I have never heard of such… will she out grow hairy paws? … LOL fun question I know

[@myhounddog]

Dogs are like husbands, you get what you get😂😂😂😂😂

[@lindasorensen4090]

I babysit my son's wiener dog the dam thing is always under my feet always have to be careful I don't trip I have a GSD I always knows where he is give me a big dog any day

[@-cMc-]

Great video

[@thomasgonzalez3275]

Well said Stonie.

[@C.Hawkshaw]

5:05 l think most of your points are valid but you said a woman wanted the GSD to protect her. You said the little dog would wake you up and you could protect yourself. But women can’t protect themselves alone in many situations. We don’t feel as comfortable carrying a .38 around with us and whipping it out and blowing someone away. I’ve seen a lot of women with GSD and it does look odd, and sometimes it looks like they don’t have complete control but you only have to have been messed with once to never want to be messed with again. So, if you’re a woman who wants to be safe doing things alone , l can see the logic in owning a German Shepherd. Either that or get a black belt and start strappin’.

[@dawnsteisslinger353]

Umm if it’s a woman thing. Could always try pepper spray. If camping ( depending where you are) bear spray would be good backup too!!;) When I first started backpacking I had bear spray ( just in case) actually for a bear but could work either way. I know the bears won’t get me now ( or at least where I camp) so having pepper spray makes me feel at least I have something better than nothing.

[@LadyMiner100]

My GSD Old English cross and I were out walking on leash when an untrained little poodle ran out of its yard and attacked her from behind. My dog finally turned around and went after the little nut case. Fortunately it ran home at that point, but now mine is totally freaked out by small dogs.

[@TrishaVincent8057]

You are the reason I won't get a big dog. I want a big dog to protect me/look scary on walks. I love my current old dog. He is a 25lb mix. He really does not look scary in a "baby buggy". I am 56 year old woman. I just take walks in a nearby safe neighborhood, instead of an even closer nature trail.

[@salyoutubepremium7734]

3:20. What happened to “because I said so?”

[@scarlettgarcia6408]

I’m trying to figure out what I should get for a first dog. I want a rescue and possibly a large breed. Not because of protection but because the majority of the small dogs I’ve seen is they are kinda crazy and yappy and annoying. Can you make a video on why that is and how to stop it? Also I don’t think I’d really want a toy breed because they can get eaten by anything. Hawks, foxes, raccoons, dogs, even my cats could beat it to a pulp.

[@AnnaAnnieAnneofGreenGables]

"Black Lab therapy" 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@treasuretrovel3816]

Is Baker Charlotte's dog?

[@RogueAPBT]

I tried to get a medium sized dog last time. The breeder assured me that the father of the litter was a large specimen at 64 lbs, and that my puppy would never reach that size, which sounded perfect to me, but as it was my first time with this breed, I thought he looked like he would be big. Well, I thought, breeders know their dogs, right? Yeah, 74 lbs and big as a frickin' pony. Next time, I'll trust my own eyes, lol.

[@belindariedl4360]

And which small breed is like a black Lab. Now I,ve my black Lab girl (14 y 9 m old) and a cocker x Lagotto girl (4 y). I‘m sure that I‘ll get a someday in the future a then 2 nd dog.

[@katieelliott6401]

My 10 pound Havanese and I were charged by an aggressive off leash German Shepherd and a Doberman mix in a park in town a couple weeks ago. Just picked her up quickly as they charged & stood my ground & the 2 large dogs backed off without injuries to anyone. Couldn’t have done that with a large dog.

[@beastinblack4055]

A 55lb black lab is the sweet spot! Still able to pick her up, but she’s no toy dog lol Medium all the way!!

[@le2382]

I’m here for the cute little dog Baker 😂

[@backtobaking4054]

Come here nerd ❤❤❤❤

[@AnnaAnnieAnneofGreenGables]

Amen

[@kobenoah1]

Too late, got a Mal puppy 2 months ago. I’m just lucky, he’s not one of the high energy varieties. More energy than my great Pyrenees, but at five months mine’s better. Lol.

[@mathiagerner1002]

As someone from Scandinavia it puzzles me why you would want a dog for protection, and it's not like we don't have robbers, bears and wolves. As a smaller dog owner what I am most worried about is honestly big, bad socialized and aggressive dogs (which are rare). Oh, snakes and wasps as well.

[@StonnieDennis]

Well, you live in a high trust, low crime, culturally homogenous society, no?

[@mathiagerner1002]

@@StonnieDennis Culturally diverse I would say. But yes, high trust, low crime and low poverty. Anyway, thank you for producing great and insightful videos for dog owners all over the world.

[@loudloveen]

I feel safer walking at night with my 46lbs collie than my 24lbs Cavapoo even though the collie wouldn't attack anyone because some people are afraid of bigger dogs.

[@commendatori1]

Many can't handle certain bigger more powerful breeds..

[@shawnfrye5987]

Nice

[@stevenpringle7813]

Ya but the GSD is so much cooler. LOL

[@JohnWojt]

Shorter and longer is actually even better. #dachshund

[@beastinblack4055]

A cross of the two

[@-cMc-]

I didn’t even know German shepherds were good farm dogs

[@davidbible1469]

In this comparison, big is better than a toy.

[@AnneHemmer]

❤😂😅

[@MDAdams72668]

Tell you client to look at manchester terriers They act like big dogs but weigh far far less

[@chinchellachin9788]

Cute engineer 44

[@victorziebenhaus3229]

You need to define camping properly car camping in a campground is not real camping. Canoeing and portaging around the backcountry is camping and yes a big dog is a deterent and alarm for bears, wolves, moose etc lotsa small dogs would be a tasty treat for a predator.

[@StonnieDennis]

Who are you to define what is, and is not, camping? There’s plenty of camping that gets done that doesn’t involve carrying a canoe around. As far as bears go, again, I don’t need a dog that fights bears; a dog that lets me know bears are around will do just fine.

[@victorziebenhaus3229]

@@StonnieDennis never said a dog to fight bears. And car camping ain't real camping bud

[@livingrighteously79]

Im here to tell you that BIGGER dogs is BETTER😉

[@qwazlipumuller7749]

maybe a hamster would be even better than a small dog

[@Armorakc]

I would prefer British cats or love birds over toys dogs still too much work and no fun… cats are better if you want something loving and small and almost no work…

[@scottrgood]

That’s freaking awesome, dude. What a wicked sweet life. 🐶🦮