How my Golden Retriever Handled 2 Completely Shut Down Rescue Puppies

Golden Retriever Meets Two Terrified Rescue Puppies
This is the first time we have ever rescued 2 dogs at the same time. Kobe, our Golden Retriever and Moki, our Doberman, did so well with them
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[@thegoldenkobefamily]

Watch their first week together here 🐶😄: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmexk2uEjLSrgbssi=qRpt08jUyUw8I7eH

[@felixramosFIR9]

I felt so sad for Sandy. She was having the time of her life with her new little friend. She was running and playing and clearly enjoying what she believed was her new home for just the two of them. Then suddenly you could see she was suddenly looking like she realized she was just the step child and she shut down. I saw her looking like she was rejected all over again. It's heartbreaking. It has always taken us time with our new rescues. I've always known though, that once I can get them to trust me they will come around and learn to play again.

[@Divi333.]

You’re thinking about it the wrong way. Sandy is being given a second chance at a childhood she’s never had so she can find her forever home.

[@iLollerskate]

She wasn't feeling rejected; rejection is too complex an emotion for a dog to register. She was frightened because A) she was in a new place, and B) the first dog is much bigger than her. Then that dog didn't do a good job reading or respecting her social cues, which pushed her further into her shell. The bigger dog was just trying to be friends, bless her heart, but she was quite pushy about it. The second dog has great dog skills--I love how he created space when asked to do so, and even turned his back to demonstrate that he wasn't a threat. Good golden boy. For anyone who may be reading this, it's best to give new dogs two weeks to get used to their new environments before introducing them to resident pets (and scent swap with blankets, toys, etc. over those two weeks); you can see how overwhelmed Sandy was to begin with, and adding new dogs into the mix was just too much for her, which is why she shut down. After the acclimation period, the dogs' first face-to-face meeting should take place A) on neutral turf so that neither dog feels the need to defend "their" space, and B) through a barrier like a gate, so that they can each feel more secure. If they appear to be doing okay through the gate, it can be opened, but both dogs should be dragging leads in case they need to be separated quickly. During this time, owners shouldn't interact with either dog unless absolutely necessary, as human interaction adds an additional stimulus to an already tense situation, and can even prompt jealousy (i.e., resource guarding) from either or both dogs. And on the subject of resource guarding, the dogs shouldn't eat or play with toys together until they've forged a friendship--perhaps never, if they're inclined to guard them. If the acclimation period and first meeting are executed in this manner, the dogs will have a much better chance of getting along. In any case, it seems it turned out okay here, so that's good.

[@AmaryInkawult]

​@@iLollerskatethe two week period is what I put new dogs through when I first rescue them. Give them time to adjust to their new surroundings and meal routines before I begin the socialization rehab process. The kennels they're in I tend to separate from the other rescues I had who are socializing, and when the two week period is up, I gather up their blankets and beds to move into a free enclosure with slightly more room that is next to other dogs. This allows them to get introduced to their neighbors for about a week before I introduce them to social play time where I wrangle the mutt montage into a pasture for them all to run around and play in. Afterwards I introduce the dogs to different people I know and start the process of human socialization. Feeding with other dogs to curb food aggression. False grooming sessions to get them used to grooming tools and vacuums. Minor physical disciplining (essentially putting dogs into vulnerable submissive positions when they act aggressive, no hitting or slapping). And after the dogs show signs of progress, I begin rehoming by putting them up for adoption in flyers, internet posts, and word of mouth. Completely transforms the dogs from frightened aggroed biters into loveable and eager babies. And I ensure they went to the right families and not to someone who's just gonna dump them off again. My solo operation went on for a few good long years before food became expensive.

[@ev7568v]

@@iLollerskatewell said!!!

[@Darthcicc]

Yeah and that is very understandable because just put yourself in her place and you would be the same way I only had one rescue as a kid and when he got home he was very excited with me but scared of everything else (he was a pitbull) and it took him about a year to get comfortable enough to bark at anyone (we believed he was abused before we got him) he would even cower Everytime my parents grabbed a broom to clean something but he was my best friend and brother and would sleep with me every night then we got another dog (who was born a few weeks earlier since someone on Facebook was selling their dog's puppies) and he treated her like he did with my little sister when she came home. And that was looking at us like "hey this thing isn't permanent right" but after a bit he came around and was great with her

[@thegoldenkobefamily]

Okay can we just talk about how Kobe laid near them, gave them their space but also turned his back to show he’s not a threat. We didn’t teach him that, it came to him naturally 😭

[@Hart2timegamer]

Zingy missing

[@DIDYOUSEETHAT172]

All good in the end, however, When a Doberman froths at the mouth it is a bad sign. Anxiety, heat exhaustion, something they ate upsetting their stomach. In this case probably anxious anxiety. Should have removed him until he calmed down. Or cooled down.

[@DIDYOUSEETHAT172]

3:48 When a Doberman froths at the mouth(they are not drooler's ) it is a bad sign. Anxiety, heat exhaustion, upset tummy, in this case probably anxiety, stress. Should have removed her until she calmed down. Or cooled down.

[@mcfcguvnors]

Fell in Love with Pickle on your community post , amazing how a dog & a cuddle from a human can go a long way

[@JenKirby]

I had a wonderful border collie dog as sensitive as Kobe. One day we were going for a walk and a lady with a spaniel was coming the other way. She said that she wouldn’t be able to walk past us because her dog was so frightened of other dogs. I didn’t tell my dog what to do because I knew he knew better than me! My dog turned sideways and sniffed the ground but the other dog still wouldn’t pass so my dog lay down and the other dog trotted by happily. My wonderful dog died last year and I am still crying over him.

[@RichardStrong86]

Being so small I bet Pickle is used to confronting scary situations. It's probably why she's a little more confident (and sassy).

[@believensee8621]

Or because she is a chihuahua and that's what they do. lol

[@farab4391]

As for all the comments regarding "don't do this, do that", animals especially rescued ones are very unpredictable and varies from one to the other. There is no one way of dealing with a situation like this. You try one and if it doesn't work you try the next, over time you get a feeling of which ones work best for you. They got the basics right like introducing them to the home before the dogs and then introduced one dog at a time. I would have the first introduction away from the home, so that there's no territorial aggression involved, but that's my personal preference from the dachshunds we've fostered, since they're very protective of their homes. Well done for taking on some pups in need. No better love that the love from the rescued pup :-)

[@fireblast133]

The most valuable advice is that you let them get used to their new environment for a few days. Then start slowly ramping up interaction at a pace that works best for the animal

[@toxicthewolf9videos]

Exactly! While one method might’ve worked for a certain rescue animal it doesn’t mean it’ll work with all rescues, plus depending on the animal or animals the rescues are being introduced to then the way you introduce them may be different, especially like how you said your dogs were territorial so it was done on mutual ground to avoid territorial aggression. Some pets may not be territorial or have been trained to actually help rescues get used to their new surroundings and that they’ll be living with the animals that already live there.

[@synthetic9500]

They have to bring out new content with new dogs asap so they don't have time to do it slowly... and correctly.

[@lvthud]

Hi, we foster abused dogs, so a very similar situation to yourselves. Firstly, I am thankful for you taking on this responsibility, not everyone can do it. What I would suggest for the next time,when introducing the fosters to your own dogs, put up a baby gate in a door way, have your dogs on one side and the fosters on the other. You know how your dogs will react to the situation, the fosters being honest, you have no idea, it's safer for all involved to have a physical barrier. The gate also allows the fosters to back away, don't worry, if they do, it's all part of the getting to know each other phase.

[@lulumoon6942]

GREAT SUGGESTION! BABY GATES FTW!

[@nostalji93]

I assume you have to be careful to how the foster react to a gate. Don't some dogs become very protective at gates? I could imagine for some it puts them into defender mode and could increase aggression.

[@itsmeanne]

100%!!!!!! That’s what I was thinking too. Less stressful for all fur babies!!

[@kaihiroku8495]

@@nostalji93 Yeah, a leash and barriers are not great ideas for a first encounter. Unless the rescue is very obviously aggressive and of a potentially dangerous race (one that can deal damage not like tiny pickle lol) I don't see the point.

[@Dan-xh1ci]

Poor little pups. Amazing to see their transformation early on, being totally terrified, to relatively comfortable around you. Looking forward to the next video to see how they bond with your two ❤

[@shobhapaul9009]

I don't think Moki gets enough credit for all the good work she does, too ❤

[@thegoldenkobefamily]

She’s so good with them! She’s naturally just a bit more intense than Kobe, but gives them their space, she’s just curious bless her

[@lm9991]

They really became calm around your Mom! They loved her energy. Dogs are so sensitive to energy. They love older, calm, kind people. You guys are so kind and caring. 💚

[@taurusnl-NL]

because mom put her hand underneath the mouth instead of on top of the head

[@deannabell7591]

Yes ! There is a good ways for all wonderful animals to understanding is the proper of with your hands and also one word or only two words at times ... good boy ...lay down .

[@geslinam9703]

Once we had two dogs show up at our house, they had escaped from their owner’s back yard. I spent a good part of the afternoon and an entire tri tip roast trying to get them into my fenced yard, hoping to get them in a safe place so I could start looking for their owners. They gobbled up all the roast beef, but nothing worked trying to corral them to the yard, every time I got too close, they would run away. As a last attempt, I brought my own dog out on a leash, let them get acquainted, and then walked my dog into the back yard, and both of the dogs followed immediately. They didn’t trust me, but felt secure with my dog. Sometimes another well adjusted happy dog is all you need!

[@ddieter603]

They're doing great, considering everything they've been through. Kobe is a gentleman.

[@marciahyde1539]

I love how those 2 LOVED being clean 😂❤ And then how they loved you 2😊

[@johndoe-lm7ji]

Pisses me off what people do to animals. Thankful to people like this who take the time to let these animals adapt.

[@louisewoo2573]

Love you guys and the wonderful job you're doing with the rescue pups ❤️❤️ sending lots of love to you all

[@thegoldenkobefamily]

Thank you so much!

[@nickandrew3242]

I think your dogs are just well bought up. They see no anger they show no anger. Dogs aren't stupid they quickly realise they are in good hands. 👍

[@Joe_1sr9]

Love the amazing work you guys are doing. Caring for the most vulnerable Doggos 🐶. Thank you 🙏 I

[@ShyBookwormGirl]

I feel so badly for them. Also feel dumb for the fact that I thought Pickle was a skinny cat 😅🤦‍♀️ Y’all are such good people for taking them in and caring for them

[@maureenpalmquist08]

You are wonderful people! Thank you for what you do.

[@effyleven]

The transformation in those two's demeanour (once cleaned up) was very nice to see.

[@Paula-px5fn]

I love the empathy they are showing the dogs. There are so many animals that go thru horrendous things. God bless the good humans that protect and care for them.

[@michelero4297]

Goldens are just great dogs!!

[@mathildeeide8550]

Odd choice of introduction, not surprised they were scared. There are ways to avoid that. 😊 But great work guys!❤️

[@lhmcd5538]

You are doing a great job rescuing dogs and I truly thank you for it. Please try walking all of the dogs outside of the house when they meet as it’s neutral territory and then all come home together. I’ve seen it work with a lady who I know who also does dog rescue. It would save you a bit of stress for your dogs and the ones you are rescuing. I loved the end of the video and you have two wonderful dogs. Hugs and kisses to them please and to your rescues as they can’t be left out. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

[@kiraragner6049]

Honestly I think your dogs handled that really well. Sometimes they got too curious for the puppies' comfort but they knew when to back off and how to give space. That's so necessary for dogs meeting other dogs with trauma. Obviously this is very dangerous and can backfire massively but I think you guys handled this really well, making sure the dogs didn't overwhelm the puppies too much. I reckon it definitely helped having them sniff the bedding and blankets of the other dogs so they had an idea of the other dogs too. That's so incredibly important when introducing any animal to another. My only bit of advice is to not let your dogs approach a cornered animal, like when Sandy moved towards the corner and Moki came up to sniff her. That can cause a lot of tension if she decided in that moment to run instead of grumble or snap. Other than that this was amazing work and I love how attentive you were to the puppies body language and fear!

[@magnus1001]

I'm crying! This was just the sweetest video. Bless you for rescuing those precious puppies. It makes me so furious that people abandon or neglect animals. Puppies and dogs are 100% love and loyalty and they deserve the same in return. Pickle and Sandy were so scared and shut down and you guys and your beautiful dogs gave them love, hope and safety. You are angels on earth. Your lovely Mum seems like an animal lover, too. Hooray!

[@biffboff2006]

Poor little pups so sweet 😍 you guys are amazing so understanding 😘 thank you for all your work love and patience 😍❤️ Kobe and Moki are so gentle and careful

[@thegoldenkobefamily]

Thank you so much!

[@leamcconnell6302]

Thanks for being great people who rescue, love and care for animals. You have made me feel a little better about the world.❤

[@ddraigmafon4725]

Thank you so much for giving these beautiful dogs a loving and caring foster home.

[@roseambrose7971]

What good people you are. ❤ thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@lifesabitch8012]

Thank you so much for rescuing Sandy & Pickle! I'm sure with a little time, they'll all become one beautiful pack of dogs!! THE UNCONDITIONAL LOVE YOU GET FROM YOUR DOGS IS IRREPLACEABLE!!💯👆🐾🐕🐾🐶🐕🐾🐶💞👌💩🤣🌟

[@johnr8252]

This is noble work you're doing here. With two older females helps immensely. Moki & Kobi are the stars here IMHO!

[@jenniferresch3417]

I’m bawling you two are amazing people for doing what you do

[@raymondlawson499]

I've always said the Dogs are Angels ..... Just imagine the choirs of Angels rejoicing when people rescue others of their kind. These two in particular are amazing, as are their humans. Thank you Coby and Mikka 🤍🌹

[@oscarellenius2007]

Of course they loved getting clean. It's exactly the same as for humans but worse. If ya feel grimey and dirty ya ain't gonna feel well at all. Bless them

[@fleacircus4408]

I absolutely love watching your videos. You're both so gifted with dogs and you provide such an important link in these dog's journey to a wonderful home.

[@tatianaxoxo5760]

They smell because they have never have a family or a bath, and they poop because they are so scared, they don't know what's going to happen to them!!! Thanks for saving them ❤❤

[@ftwtexasstephens9629]

You guys are Gods helpers! Such a wonderful mission you have chosen.

[@lesliethomas9967]

You guys are great ppl for helping these fur babies!!!❤❤

[@averyrosecloud]

Goldies really are the sweetest & best therapy dogs.

[@kategreat87dowdall36]

God bless both of you, you are too exemplary Human beings God will reward you for this. Best wishes to build a view and good lu🇮🇪ck💚💚💚💚 from Ireland

[@rolandgibbs9036]

Total respect to you. Thanks

[@gogetem188]

AUSTRALIA here and i love PICKELS your a good girl its not your fault we love you and you will be the best dog ever

[@julie9468]

Thankyou, you beautiful souls, for doing the wonderful work you do. It is truly heart-warming. x

[@maddart4445]

You’re mom is lovely😄thanks for sharing

[@furygeist]

The way they loved the bath was so cute. Couple of water dogs, there. 😂 Pickle is so sassy and Sandy is a zoomie girl. Look at her go! Nyoom!

[@calico4381]

I love you guys for how kind and gentle you are with the animals.

[@Malprincess]

I like how someone can be so oblivious to dogs cowering and tail tucking in the shower and say "they enjoyed it". This is what we call job security in the dog training world. People missing crystal clear signals.

[@URFAVBrunetteMe]

That’s only cause they’re still getting used to their new home. You can see that in the video until they open up and feel safe. They have their tail in between their legs.

[@ancientsprout]

You are fantastic people

[@jacquibradley1598]

Let's do our best to raise the amount of subscribers for these two wonderful humans!! Sorry about the car accident, but I feel it is because it must have been an upheaval to leave home and then travel into the unknown. They will be great now they are with you. God Bless and much love from Cyprus. 🐶🐶🤗🤗🙏🙏🌹🌹The Rose is for your Mum!

[@charcushman9507]

I always take plastic grocery bags, pee pads, paper towels and wipes when transporting. The stink is bearable once its all wrapped up in the bag. Sometimes, double bags are needed. HeeHee

[@avi.chan23]

Pickle is the cutest thing I ever saw... my gosh... the little high five she gave... I am crying...

[@chroniccomplainer3792]

5:23 classic "play bow" by your big dog. Easing the tension. Trying to relax the new guy. Very impressive.

[@matdehaai]

You guys are growing so much! keep up the good work guys

[@Seaskunk]

You’re very emotionally strong to love and let go.

[@henrykDzieciontko]

Playful barking from goldy, chill. ❤

[@comcastjohn]

Thank you for rescuing them. They are all beautiful! 😇❤️🫡🫡🫡🫡

[@MarisB-b8z]

Thanks so much !! they are so happy !!! what a joy to watch 🤩

[@sueschmitz5087]

thank you for all you do

[@caroleschachinger7908]

What a wonderful video! God bless you for rescuing these Precious little angels. ❤😍❤❤❤❤❤

[@mikew.8925]

Again you impress me . Keep up the good work . THANK YOU .

[@jasminelee1234]

You guys do a brilliant job with these sweet pups..the stinkier side no doubt not so much fun! 😬 So lovely to see them thrive thanks to your love and care ❤

[@adrianahinestrosa]

Thank you all dogs are Special beautiful need a HOME 🏠 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@zarrajulia1169]

Your house environment set perfect for dogs. They can run outdoor peeping and doodles (poop). ❤ Thank you for loving them.

[@mazzywest5615]

Thank you for giving them a loving home ❤️

[@morgan3392]

The boss music when introducing Mochi to the rescues was ironically hilarious. Thanks for helping them out!

[@simonfea2]

Sandy is so happy. I love her ❤❤❤

[@jennyfisher963]

Amazing people thank you for rescuing these two🫶🐾

[@Maddiesworld-xq9gs]

You did a great job with pickle she had a hard time with losing her siblings and now she’s gon so far in her life making friends love it❤

[@itsmeanne]

I subscribed because it’s Pickle approved!! lol. …….from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for saving these two darling!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@thegoldenkobefamily]

And thank you for subscribing! 😄🙌

[@kacchankatsukitheelite]

the laughing of happiness makes me cry May Jesus bless you guys

[@DonCHFC1875]

Love the rescue videos, only stumbled across the channel a few days ago, forgot to sub but just have now so make sure the dogs get their treat 😊

[@thegoldenkobefamily]

You’re the best!

[@Salamisushi]

I love Kobe and moki and I hope the dogs do good

[@GabyRielle-l3l]

You guys are so amazing and Kobe is one of a kind sweet dog.

[@albertmcbride6830]

Time is what is needed!

[@munchkintheoneandonly9253]

Those two doggies are so nervous, but with your help they will get better..❤

[@elizabethuk8752]

What wonderful people.

[@sandpiperr]

It seems like they really enjoyed getting clean! They may not have liked the shower at the time, but they definitely perked up afterward when they were clean and dry.

[@JacquelineRichards-o7s]

Thank you xx

[@nicolekrow]

Thank you for all you do for these precios fur babies

[@wordreet]

What I would do for any nervous dog is to lay on the floor with them, while giving treats. Laying down helps them to begin to calm down as it's completely opposite to seeming a threat. And the bath/shower as soon as they come home was obviously necessary due to their little poop accidents, but it also helps a dog to begin to feel that you're more like a parent. Such a great video, well done you guys.

[@billchief397]

Wow you did an amazing introduction for the pups.😊

[@CarolynCahill-ut8vm]

You are wonderful people ❤

[@occamsrazorblades]

You two are amazing!

[@CooperDog-t6q]

Sending you so much love. 😚😘🥰 Ruth

[@karinlifgren2394]

They just need some Golden love! ❤

[@HopeFury-t9r]

So cute

[@cydkriletich6538]

Wonderful. Looking forward to the next video. I’m wondering why Moki was salivating so. Is that a sign of stress? If Moki was stressed, will the little dogs have picked up on that, making them a little more cautious with Moki?

[@JJAmes-mb4du]

It's wild the lives your two dogs have. I like to imagine them speculating about what transients are going to show up next.

[@sibylleherbe8260]

They are rescue therapy dogs. 😂

[@andys6163]

You're both absolute LEGENDS!! faith in humanity - restored.

[@pacific_infinity]

I'm actually really grateful she was left in a carrier near in a rescue instead of what so many people do, which is just abandon them any old place, in a carrier or not. I'm really thankful for Pickle they left her near a rescue.

[@maureenm8462]

Ah the poor things, they are terrified but they will get over it cause u guys r good decent people with so much patience and love for dogs

[@DonCHFC1875]

So sad seeing Sandy sitting on his own, can't wait to see the transformation.

[@laurah9923]

My dog loves other dogs. She gets so happy and excited at the dog park she foams at the mouth. She loves to make friends but will back off if a dog is stressed or unfriendly.

[@aliciareadsinbr]

The commentary was hilarious, Moki didn't read the room 🤣

[@Its.isla.09]

So cute!!

[@benjiewoods4865]

pickle has my heart

[@bellarose6509]

Wow, great job!❤

[@Rene974]

Love that you two are providing them with much ❤️. New sub.

[@tisme1105]

I have a few personal sayings (or mantras if you will) I've distilled over 50 years. 1 of them is: Dogs are the best thing on the planet. We are super lucky to have them.

[@Filiptabletennis]

Love from Europe❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Even better than the pubic watching - God sees.thank you. Heros!

[@8saltman]

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