How to STOP Dog Aggression to Dogs/People

[@nigelreed]

For a personalised plan to help you address any reactive behaviour, check out my online course with a video call -www.thedogguardian.com/online-dog-training-courses

[@cmtx3195]

I love how you break down leader into the four things, thats great thank you

[@nigelreed]

Pleasure. Glad you liked it. Breaking down leadership allows us to adapt our approach to what each individual dog needs.

[@irenerodenburg8428]

Thanks to the owner for being so brave to be filmed. ❤ It's so helpful to see real life examples. We took our dog for a walk and my partner said oh wow she's much better, I was like uhuh I watched Nigel on KZbin! 😌

[@kbeno9194]

This is probably the most clear/simple video on how to deal with this situation

[@nigelreed]

Great to hear. Thanks for watching!!

[@mirakings1867]

I could cry tears of joy right now! I just watched this video 1.5 hours ago and as soon as it finished me and my 100lb 1 year old Giant Schnauzer pup went out to implement the techniques shown in the video and he did not bark, lunge, growl at any people, dogs, cars, etc that passed us. I didn't realize my pup hadn't felt protected hence why he has been very aggressive and reactive! Nigel Reed, I don't know you and just learned of you, but you saved me thousands of dollars, tons of stress, and I feel like I got my boy back! I'm going to keep being consistent with the techniques shown! Thannk you thank you thank you!

[@nigelreed]

I’m so so happy to hear this. Thank you for commenting. You’ve made my day! 🥰

[@gemmafolz5854]

Incredible progress in a short amount of time, Nigel is a pro and his methods are effective and kind! So helpful 🐶Thank you!

[@nigelreed]

Thanks Gemma :)

[@canine_coach]

Glad you still making videos, i just watched a bunch of 10+ year old videos and they're great.

[@nigelreed]

Glad you like them!

[@davidreed2357]

Brilliant progress. Well done Nigel, First Class Training

[@nigelreed]

Many thanks Mr Reed :)

[@edwardo2436]

Great video glad you're making content again and giving people hope for they're reactive dogs👍👍👍👍👍

[@nigelreed]

Thanks Edwardo :) - hope you're well.

[@kandrisa]

She is a pretty girl! I am glad that you are getting her help!!! ❤

[@nigelreed]

:) she has a lovely nature but is so confused. The breeder told Natalie the dog was calm and well behaved 😬

[@Juancho_Pancho2]

Fantastic video as always. Looking forward to the next one

[@nigelreed]

Thanks Sean, I hope you are well buddy.

[@OathkeeperSoraXIII]

Eagerly awaiting part 2. Great video Nigel

[@nigelreed]

Thanks 👍 - I hope you are well :)

[@simplyregina5364]

This is amazing. Have started with my 1 year old reactive padderdale. Its slow but we're getting there. Patience is essential. Sometimes we skip home other times it's a washout lol

[@nigelreed]

Great to hear. Don't give up :)

[@simplyregina5364]

@nigelreed I won't. Because of you I actually understood exactly what we needed to do. Simple yet effective. Thankyou so much. Your a brilliant trainer of dogs and people alike lol

[@nigelreed]

Thank you :) Best of luck

[@Champatan]

this is inspiring, thank you Nigel.

[@nigelreed]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@lindajakub624]

Thank you a million. You are giving me hope for my puppy. ❤😊

[@nigelreed]

Best of luck! :)

[@juliehoot3916]

Wow! Great trainer! 👍

[@nigelreed]

Thank you 🤗

[@paganqueen1]

Thank you for this video. I have a dog who is not quite as bad as this but not far off. We no longer take any of our 3 dogs out because I can't handle him with the other 2 dogs as well. They seem to feed off his anxiety. He was a lock down puppy. I have seen your method of turning the dog around before but have not tried it because he has bad knees. He has had to have 2 surgeries on one knee, the first, luxating patella, at 9 months old and the second, TPLO, only 10 weeks ago aged 4. He also needs surgery on the other knee for luxating patella and preventative treatment for ruptured cruciate ligament. I am reluctant to keep pulling him back because of the damage it could do to his already damaged legs. Is there another way to do this method?

[@nigelreed]

Pleasure. You will have to manage the environment better and use a method called retreat then treat - Assuming your dog takes treats (Oreo wouldn't). Encouraging the dog to make the decision to come back to you, before moving forward. Slowly closing the distance.

[@paganqueen1]

@@nigelreed He doesn't take treats. He's not "there" when we go out. He is just so focused on getting back home as fast as possible. He is so stressed we don't like walking him at all.

[@nigelreed]

He needs lots of little lessons of going out and coming back in again before he even resists.

[@pauljeurissen2752]

​@@paganqueen1, There is nothing wrong with having a cup of tea, sitting in a garden chair next to your front door, accompanied with your dog at his leach, also sitting next to you. Meanwhile observing people passing by. Wait until he relaxes and then award him by re-entering inside the house.... Repeat every day and build up the time outside, walk a bit too the street, go back and relax outside..... Leaving the house does not automatically mean going for a walk, it's spending time together and building confidence.🤗

[@canine_coach]

4:06 why do you lift up the harnas hard like that? just curious cause i thought it's unnecessary to pull up the dogs body like that

[@cmtx3195]

I think its partly to keep her walking as, due to being on a harness, she can easily spin around. This is the problem with harnesses on reactive dogs.

[@nigelreed]

@flipnshifty You see at the beginning (and times at the end) of the video when Nat has Oreo, she goes into attack mode on her hind legs - lunging at perceived dangers. Due to her size and behaviour just using the lead attached to the harness will more likely result in her flipping out for longer periods and landing awkwardly. The quicker I put a stop to her fear-based habits by grabbing the harness, when necessary, the quicker I regain control, reduce her mental stress, and show her to listen to me. She didn’t experience any physical pain and it worked quicker.

[@irishcubs01]

Man dogs are A LOT of work. Even if their friendly. But one like this. Wow. Sucks for the dog and everyone

[@tylerharrison2051]

I dream is to become a dog trainer

[@canine_coach]

Seems like a socialisation issue and not enough exercise

[@nigelreed]

Exercise will address the symptoms not the cause. The cause is a lack of confidence in leadership, environment (dogs and certain people) and how the dog should be behaving.

[@catschleicher3484]

Well the human holding the leash is smiling while her dog lunges at everything so it's clearly just an improperly homed dog, because she cant take her situation seriously which makes it even more dangerous

[@paganqueen1]

That's a bit unfair. The smiling could be embarrassment. She probably feels inadequate. I have a very similar reactive dog and I know how uncomfortable it is to be walking down the road with him barking like a frenzied beast. He's a bichon cross Chinese crested. Is he an improperly homed dog too? I have 2 other dogs who are fine. He is unsocialised because we got him at 10 weeks old and discovered he had severe luxating patellas and was unable to walk without screaming in pain. We had to wait until he was 9 months and fully grown before he could have an operation to fix it. The day he had that operation we went into lockdown. I had to remove his stitches myself. So he has never had chance to meet other dogs or people. Don't judge people until you know the circumstances.

[@pan0568]

Very unfair and judgemental to say that. I'm sure she not smiling because she doesn't take her situation seriously. She's on camera, after all, probably feeling embarrassed and anxious. She has called in a fantastic behaviourist in Nigel so is clearly seeking help and guidance.

[@cbcdesign001]

That's not a fair assessment. She is probably mortified by her dogs behaviour and the smiling is no indication of what the lady is thinking or feeling.

[@bvanbanan]

At first it seems this dog needs exorcist

[@nigelreed]

😂

[@samwdavis]

You talk about corrections. What corrections do you deploy with a harness? hahaha. And then, you expect Natalie as the owner to do the same as you do as the dog trainer with the same skills as a supposed dog trainer???? Have compassion for Natalie. Give her the tools that she needs to control the situation, which may involve a prong collar or an eCollar (extremely compassionate tools). But, set the owner up for success instead of prioritizing your stupid ideology about dog training. Be a REALLY compassionate dog trainer, not one that aligns with a stupid ideology.

[@nigelreed]

Dear Sam, Thank you for watching and for your review of my work. I have decided to review each point in your comment. _You talk about corrections. What corrections do you deploy with a harness? hahaha._ *It's very clear Sam, the corrections were being moved back firmly each time, reset and to start again.* _And then, you expect Natalie as the owner to do the same as you do as the dog trainer with the same skills as a supposed dog trainer????_ *Yes I showed her how to do the correction amongst much else. You literally saw her do it and I expect her to carry on.* _Have compassion for Natalie. Give her the tools that she needs to control the situation, which may involve a prong collar or an eCollar (extremely compassionate tools)._ *I do have compassion. I went there free of charge to show her what to do. I speak to her anytime she needs help and she continues to make progress. I did give her 'the tools' just not the the tools you mention.* _But, set the owner up for success instead of prioritizing your stupid ideology about dog training. Be a REALLY compassionate dog trainer, not one that aligns with a stupid ideology._ *I did set her up for success. We got success on the day and she continues to build on it. I'm saddened to hear you think building a dog's confidence is a stupid ideology* Sam i'm sorry I have to mark you 0/10 for your skills in observation. Also its a 0/10 for your reasoning skills - you seem to be an enemy of logic and oblivious to ideas that do not align with your thinking. On top of that, your childish demeanour and cheap digs combined with your perceived but mistaken authority of this subject has led me to give you an F for Fail. For the sake of those around you and whom you talk to, please try and be better. I will later be reviewing your work on your channel which is your rendition of 'silent night' you sang in the church. Which I can only assume you step foot in to sing - but do not practice Christianity in any shape or form. Your sincerely, Nigel

[@nigellondt187]

Another clear and concise video Nigel. Thank you. Main point being, never give up and going back to move forward.

[@nigelreed]

Pleasure. I hope you are well.

[@allenm8182]

Hi Nigel. Good video. I really need to do this every walk with my highlt reactive Queensland Heeler. I love for her to have the freedom to play and run around but that does not help her overall obedience. But she has pretty good recall and good basic commands. Mainly the reactivity is the bugger. Do you think it could be a genetic thing and can that be improved. And what is the name of the harness you use? Thank you.

[@nigelreed]

Hi there, i doubt it is a genetic issue. Your dog has a level of confidence in you as a leader, in their environment and how they should be behaving. Aim to build her confidence in every area, each day and you will see results. I have no idea what harness that is, sorry. I use Ruffwear though.

[@hannerutherford4806]

I return to your videos time and again - there’s always something new to take away from them…thank you so much