I change methods after getting growled at.

[@KingsMom831]

For me, this might be the single most important attribute to a good trainer, someone who is flexible in their approach, who is not set in their ways and afraid to change or try something new/different.

[@LoukiaLemos123]

couldnt agree more!

[@gingeroo5765]

EXCELLENT Nuance teaching moments!!! Again, ALLLL THESE EXAMPLES on repeat just add up over time to a well-educated audience of dog owners. There’s a never ending supply of needy owners for this kind of education so, THANK YOU 🙏 SOOO MUCH JOEL❣️

[@brentshirley477]

AGREE!!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@voxpopuli905]

Why even have one of these stupid mutts? I don’t get it. Help me understand because I think dogs are totally worthless and a liability to everything and everyone. If dogs are mans best friend and they’re soooo loving and so perfect… why do they need constant intense training? Why do they need to be “socialized” why do we need to teach them to not attacks people and not destroy property and not shit and piss literally everywhere? I say these animals are dumb, dangerous, unpredictable and worthless and bring nothing to the table. It don’t doooo a damn thing accept when you beat it for months and force it to do something lol it’s absurd. Mans best friend what a joke. Tell me I am wrong.

[@60plusblackwomenexpats]

Great video. My dog is 3yr old rescue. He's still very insecure. He's never growled at me. But he's unpredictable with strangers

[@gingeroo5765]

@@voxpopuli905 The great thing about dogs is they learn manners & social skills without abuse. Fiercely loyal, pure of heart, and instinctively sniff out frauds- make for one of nature’s BEST creatures. Humans should take notes.

[@justneedtouploadone]

No. It's not excellent advise at all. He indirectly forced a terrified dog to approach him. That's why it growled. It wanted the chicken but was not yet read to approach. He should have thrown the chicken away from his body.

[@gustavo_oviedo]

Whoever edited the new intro sure earned that paycheck. It's banging

[@MB-lf8rm]

Sure is. Like banging your head against the wall.

[@odinsbeard6804]

Super modern

[@caiooca5793]

I coudn't even watch 2 seconds. Best to go with no intro at all, or a 1 second with simple and low sound is also great.

[@haruszenko4362]

@@MB-lf8rm lol ur so mean

[@CherryMck]

Loved watching the shift in your approach and your commentary into why

[@brentshirley477]

Wow. What a great point. You are calm and feeding her high value treats, and she growls. Fascinating. I think I know dogs, having six right now, and your content always educates me further.

[@Reticulan1]

Because the dog is still nervous and receiving treats, therefore it may be thinking that the nervousness is the trait you want.

[@taramaforhaikido7272]

If you don't know dogs well enough, you don't know people well enough. And vice versa.

[@kennethfabacher6421]

The reaction to the growl was incredibly informative. I likely would have gone into a stern mode at that point but the gentler handling without 'backing down' is much better.

[@rushodai929]

That 2nd, “ in your face” growl was a first for me watching different videos. It’s good to see unusual reactions, and how a good trainer responds. Loved the fake leash release too.

[@dannyh5937]

Joel is one of these guys that doesn't try to be funny, but he's accidentally hilarious. "The 300 pound husband comes stomping down the stairs."hahahaha

[@gailscibelli9148]

I KNOW!!!!! Couldn't agree with you more. Stuff he says just totally cracks me up. Not only are we learning priceless dog lessons, but getting some humor along the way. Another reason why Joel is so popular. He has alot of talent. As we all know.

[@ceebee4750]

You can stomp down stairs whether you are 120 or 300 lbs. I hope his client wasn't watching. I do agree, however, that he is one of the best trainers out there. He incorporates positive reinforcement and gentle leadership and discipline very effectively.

[@emnewb641]

@@ceebee4750 Little 50 lb kids are the worst stompers.

[@andrasdudas5084]

Yes, kids. I loved to do that too, when I was young.

[@ElysetheEevee]

@@ceebee4750 I didn't get the idea that he was talking specifically about that dog's owners, but fearful dogs and their owners/environments in general.

[@sammiepittman3130]

I notice that he gives dogs a lot of credit and doesn’t treat them like mindless dumb animals. “No you’re not just scared” Like he knows there’s a lot more going on up there in their minds, their intelligent creatures.

[@bodeelynne8996]

Yes! This comment. I always argue that point that dogs are more complex than we think they are. They aren't fish

[@johnd5398]

They're* intelligent

[@Anon_E_Muss]

Yes! Glad to see you address sudden low growls for no apparent reason. Hope to see more of those

[@Ambelica]

It’s not really for no reason though . It’s a warning growl

[@iheartjbgccb]

He said she was feeling unsure. She was just dropped off so it's like he said he needs to spend more time with her so she can trust him and not be scared/growl anymore

[@sandrastevens4418]

​​@@Ambelica Totally agree with you, I had a female border collie I had a female boxer, a male lab mix and a male golden retriever, they were all spayed and neutered. My boxer was the alpha of the pack she was about 4 when we got the lab mix and 5 when we got the golden retriever they were puppies when we got them and my boxer just played mom to them. I got the border collie from a friend of a friend as a pup they were going to have her Euthanized because she was mostly white with a few brown spots so wrong color and she was to yippee to be a cattle dog. We lived in Idaho and I was an avid horse rider but mostly European Dressage so western riding was a new challenge, I got the border collie from the niece of the owner of the barn where I took lessons. She bred border collies to be working dogs. There are a lot of cattle farmers in Idaho. The stable owner knew I took in unwanted dogs so she told me about the puppy and I got it for free. She was the lowest in the pack, the niece also told me she was the runt of the litter, so from birth she had been the lowest. The dogs accepted her so that was good. Almost right away I noticed that she was apprehensive and shy so she wouldn't have been a good working dog. Even when as time went on and the other passed away and new dogs were added she finally became the alpha but she always remained weary of strangers and she would if they approached her give a low growl. I always warned people to let her come to them, my boys were older when we got her so they were trained in handeling dogs. She did not growl out of aggression but she was a submissive dog. She growled because she felt unsafe. She had a good long life with us when she was 14 she stopped eating and To no avail I tried feeding her. When she also started to refuse water, I knew it was her telling me she was ready to cross the Rainbow Bridge Maggie RIP 2019

[@Anon_E_Muss]

@@Ambelica well, yes, but sometimes we don't see the signs that the dog is uncomfortable. That's why I'd like to see more examples.

[@taramaforhaikido7272]

@@Ambelica Exactly. Regardless of what was stated after "no reason", the fact of the matter is "no reason" was stated. Which is not true. I think it's important to correct ones own mistakes. Otherwise the bad habits will spread to others. People and animals alike. It's to do with snap judgements/assumptions basically. If it's the example someone sets, it's the example a dog picks up on.

[@29102jmoney]

As much as I wish I had sent my dog to Brandon for training before bringing him home kzbin.infoUgkx1_veP7CApJK_GWy_TczaMciuG64PqJeU I am so grateful for this down-to-earth, practical guide. His training techniques and tips really work. Thank you as well for dedicating your life's work to rescue dogs, and to rescuing those of us who want the very best for our 4-legged family members.

[@maryanderson2759]

I'm not a trainer, but the best thing I have ever found in my life is just to take an animal for a walk. I've done it with horses and dogs. You just connect and things work out.

[@Procanin]

You have great intuition. I personally think it is a very good approach. I don't like to pair food and training on a dog in the wrong state of mind. Food drive push lots of dog to go pass their thresholds. From experience nothing like long walks to bond and build trust.

[@kristibyarlay2508]

That was such a helpful video seeing you respond to his growl in a way that was actually dominant but not aggressive or punitive. Really great lesson. Thank you.

[@fleedum]

Finally, the kind of rescued dog we deal a lot with in Europe. They need direction and leadership calmly. Not someone giving into the anxieties or being too careful. They become great, easy dogs after months of walking, socializing and desensitizing. They will remain cautios which makes it easier to develop them into a well mannerd dog. The seperation anxiety can be tough to deal with. They're often social with dogs but shy/insecure with humans, a bit fearful of men and children.

[@peteinuk]

Agreed we have a Romanian rescue - very anxious and lead reactive.

[@fleedum]

@@peteinuk unfortunately the worst cases I know, come from Romania. Best of luck to you! Robert Cabral also has some interesting podcasts about flight of fight while on leash. Saying managing the leash reactivity is more realistic than "fixing" the behavior.

[@Asto508]

Got one that took over a year before she stopped having panic attacks and freezes on certain loud noises. Some of those are really tough to deal with and need a lot of time, patience and persistence before they get better.

[@jennymccann2601]

We have been struggling a bit with a slightly timid 18 month old pup, who has a few issues related to my husband. Your videos have been EXACTLY what I am looking for, and your approach makes sense and resonates with me! I am incredibly grateful and would love to have you work with us. You do a great job of paying attention to nuance, and I appreciate your comment "your dog is probably ALL of those things..." Yes, challenges are multi faceted and it's fantastic that you recognize that. As an education professional, I also often realize that we have to change our approaches as we gain more information. All behavior is communication. Animals are tricky in that it's our job to determine WHAT is being communicated. The same behavior can have so many root causes and so many potential strategies to solve, too. I am very leery of trainers who have a prepackaged program that they do the same way, for every animal.

[@TheBehm08]

Joel: “I’m sorry you’re fearful. I’ll be sympathetic with you. Have some treats” Haru: *growls for no reason* Joel: “ok no more sympathy” 😂 it be like that tho. Some people would still be giving endless treats and that wouldn’t solve the issues

[@jemimaharrison1]

There's always a reason.

[@Takarra0711]

@@jemimaharrison1 This. There is always a reason.

[@krazak2863]

@@jemimaharrison1 there’s always a reason for a bully to slam a kids face in the toilet

[@tanatribe]

@@Takarra0711 she’s learnt that works for her , not now thank you

[@ChickenSoupMusic]

They’re called Left wingers

[@yved.694]

I like your methods, it's gentle but at the same time teaches how to be in a control of your dog. This gives confidence to the owners. It helps me with my freshly adopted dog. Thanks

[@KatherineOppelt]

We just adopted a rescue dog. We have had three previous rescues. This girl is super smart. Doesn’t pull on leash. Comes when called. Takes treats gently, etc. She was an owner surrender for dominating the other dog in the house. Then was in three different fosters. But she is nervous around other people (while on a leash generally). Will keep watching these videos for help!!

[@tupa24]

Love the new intro!

[@alisono4099]

“You’re fine “ is easily the most meaningful release command in my house

[@bboyd2034]

Joel pointed out that dogs are dominant, submissive, fearful, happy, etc...just like us humans! We need to work with the emotions and behaviors I the moment just as we do with each other! It's obvious but we overlook it. Joel is so good!!! Best I've ever seen.

[@vexed44]

I like how you distinguished the fact that dominant / fearful / confident behaviors are all situationally dependent

[@shantilus]

I'm hooked... I've been binge watching this. I naturally did some of these things with my dogs in the past but there is so much to learn and these videos are great. You make it simple to understand with the quality explanations and observations.

[@ShawsOwn]

I really like this training basis. I feel like it's a good mixture of taking into account basic dog behavior/mentality and meshing it with basic human behavior/mentality.

[@bravothedog001]

These videos are great insight to how to help your dogs live better lives. They deserve as much likes as the views.

[@Lou.B]

Your methods make a lot of sense! The importance of consistency in an owner's response to all the different behaviors of a dog really reinforces a common understanding. You also remind me of the best horse trainers!

[@raybroome]

Calm seems so key in connection and the platform for establishing trust.

[@nellid.3264]

I love the new intro. I still need to wait a year for my new puppy but I can't stop watching every one of your videos.

[@joedufek2810]

I cranked it up and I couldn’t even hear it. Having said that, I’ve been very impressed with this trainer and his videos.

[@heidi6880]

I would love to see this dog again - thank you

[@CSimmons483]

Oooh new intro is nice! I've been using your guides for the past 9 or so months, and it's always been such a help! Great video, as always.

[@ticheyne]

Thank you Joel, my nephew was just given an 18 months old German Shepard 3 days ago Today we practiced her sit stay come with plenty of treats and praise, I had her on a long leash 5 meters to help her with recall. I learned today that She was abused by the father in the family- he yelled , threw things at her and from the way she flinches I believe hit her. Watching your videos has helped me work out the best approach for her. So now we are taking it slowly, calmly and quietly. With lots of love patience and practice we are hopeful that we can get her over her fear.

[@monicaperez1165]

I started watching because of Prince. You make a lot of sense.

[@Adam-yt8uz]

Joel I appreciate your content very much. Thanks to your unique leash reactivity training, I have gotten my dog to be able to happily and calmly walk next to me and not lunge at other dogs/animals. I get to walk him more often and with MUCH less stress thanks to your technique. I had hard time learning how to use your technique but as I learned my dog learned. I could only imagine how quickly you could have taught him in comparison. I am currently working with a new little 8 week old Jack Russel terrier and am once again coming back to your videos for help. I learn from you not only about dogs, but about how to be a good person because you really seem like an example of a good person to me. I don’t know you personally but the time and effort you have clearly put into your craft is very admirable and you can tell you love dogs and people. Thank you for all your content!

[@colajacks571]

This is exactly my dog with strangers!! Didn’t know how to exactly describe it until this video. A fearful jerk. I haven’t seen many dogs like this in videos. My dog does the same thing to people who treat him. He is very nervous and untrusting of strangers. It’s possible to create new relationships but the person needs to take time to care for him, walk him, feed him. Otherwise, he doesn’t care to know them and will show it. After experience with my dog, I’ve realized a huge trigger is eye contact. I saw in this video the dog’s body got stiff and when there was even a second of locked eye contact, the dog growled. This is a huge trigger for my dog. I’m still working to desensitize him and work on obedience. He is much better now but will still do this with strangers. Glad you posted this video. Can’t wait to see her progress!

[@KazukoLight]

Staring a dog directly in the eyes is seen as a challenge and threatening so often you need to give a calming signal which there a several you can use for nervous dogs.

[@therealslimshady6763]

You just need to go No Nut for 10 days for de sensitising And don't go too hard on it. Just stroke up and down slow

[@bodeelynne8996]

@@KazukoLight please elaborate? I thought when a dog looks you in the eyes and challenges you are supposed to keep eye contact and not look away until they do to assert your dominance?

[@KazukoLight]

@@bodeelynne8996 that is the opposite of what you are supposed to do. You need to look away from them since it's a calming signal ( body language or signals a pet gives to whoever is their family to prevent unwanted reactions) which tells them you are not a threat to them. Dogs use calming signals when another dog is showing aggression or any behaviour they want the other to stop and to try and diffuse the situation. When you look them in the eyes you are essentially threatening, are not trustworthy and willing to make them uncomfortable in their minds most likely. Other signals dogs use to calm pets include sitting down and turning away when another dog is bugging them. Play bowing which if you see a dog place their front half into a downward position and butt in the air that is what it's called. Also they will sometimes lick the mouths of another dog with ears back as a type of submission and appeasement.

[@SuttonHobbyFarm]

That was pretty eye opening, we deal with this a ton at our kennel. Thanks for the insight!

[@JS-hq8iq]

Great demonstration of nuance & being able to adapt methods as needed - so important to remember your dog (like a person) isn't just 1 thing it may have been (erroneously) labelled. Also, trivial it may be, but... the back view of you, being so tall, with half bent knees blocking at the doorway gave me a laugh!...

[@susananolik9303]

That was interesting. She looked a lot like my lab mix rescue who exhibits similar low growls at other dogs and me occasionally. Would like to see more of you working with her. Thanks! Love your videos!

[@pathughes8221]

I really enjoy watching you work--you are so reasonable but hold the line. Thanks for your work.

[@kuriosites]

I've watched several of your videos and I'm enjoying your methods. Your methods are practical and adjust to the situation yet you set limits.

[@hilja33]

Love your content - every upload is gold. 🙏 😊

[@Texas240]

2:55 the reason for the growl was resource competition instinct. She knows you had treats and she wants them. NOW. We anthropomorphize the heck out of our dogs and forget that they are constantly fighting their instincts as they live with us. Her instinct got the better of her fear and pushed her to growl for the food.

[@kurtb369]

Joel, your channel is by far ( and I mean lightyears difference ) my most favorite YT channel for Dog & Owner education ! I love the no-nonsence approach, no artificial gimics, no food drive, just dog & owner psychology as it should be ! I learned so much already from you, raising a 6month old Belgian Shepherd aka Malinois female. She is nervous, intelligent and always analyses my commands first before giving in to it. Additionally Malinois always try to figure out how to go "arround your command or situation" ... not an easy breed and by far too intelligent for their own well-being, but so satisfying to see results after hours and hours of practice ... patience is a virtue with this breed 👍😎

[@brandong.3841]

The nuances are the reason I watch! Lol Completely respect your teaching methods to both dogs and humans. Keep it up man!

[@BDTraining]

I agree, I’m glad people pick up the nuance

[@neilhersh4086]

I continue to THOROUGHLY enjoy YOU...sharing your thought processes about what you're seeing with your trained, sensitive eye...very cool stuff!!! thanks!

[@harrycarruth2806]

I enjoy your videos, I spent 20+ years in animal services experiencing most everything from A-Z. One of most pet owners major problems is that they aren’t consistent in correcting issues early on and they treat their dog like a human.

[@bodeelynne8996]

Could you list some examples of how people treat dogs like humans? I'm a really new dog owner, I wasn't really raised around dogs, especially big ones. So I'm just trying to learn Dos & Donts

[@ArtofRobinMitchell]

superbly subtle artistry!!!!

[@judytuhy5287]

I learn so much about behavior of dogs from you. My instincts are fairly good about dogs and getting better Every day. I remember. When I felt insecure around someone's pet and now know I was right. I love dogs but I don't make or even try to make them human. It's sort of like a comment I heard once while I was teaching kids in an all boys school. Teach like a man. I said that's not possible. " I can't do that. But I can if I have good energy teach like a strong women. That worked.

[@asp1213]

Would love to see more of the training with this dog. Especially at what point do you correct for growling in a nervous dog like this.

[@kingwillie206]

You correct it by getting the dog to trust you as opposed to trying to physically correct it. It takes time and patience. The mistake he’s making is demanding a sit while staring that dog down. I have helped many dogs, some of them well over 100lbs and supposedly vicious with multiple techniques.

[@Takarra0711]

You don't correct it. The growl is a crucial part of a dog's communication. If you correct a growl, they will stop growling, but then they will give no warning before snarling. If you correct the snarl, they will stop snarling, but give no warning before snapping, etc. You have to show the dog they can trust you and we do that by not hurting, intimidating, or bullying them. I don't agree with how he handled this dog. He was down in the dog's space, staring right at her, with a high value resource. Yes, she had 30 feet and she could have backed off, but he had the food there to entice her in. Sometimes a dog's brain switches to food, but once it's eaten and they look up, they realize they aren't comfortable in the situation they're in and feel trapped, despite not being trapped. Some dogs need to be actively taught that disengaging is an option instead of getting defensive. That is what needs to be taught here. As usual, he has moved too fast with this dog.

[@kingwillie206]

@@Takarra0711 - Pretty much mirrors how I responded in another post. He’s lucky that dog didn’t take a shot at his face.

[@asp1213]

I don't know if I agree with you guys. I would correct a dog for growling at a person, I don't disagree with how he handled this dog, watching it made sense to me. I am not discounting what you are saying, I would love to see it in action if you have trainers that you know of that have videos to watch? I believe growling at people is unacceptable, how do you teach that in ways that are different than this?

[@kingwillie206]

@@asp1213 - We aren’t referring to that type of growl. When you gain vast experience you realize that everything with dogs is situational and if you attempt to correct a dog you don’t know well when it’s growling at you chances are you’re going to pay the price. If you correct your own dog that you raised for misreading a situation and growling at a non-threat that’s different. Personally, I would simply distract and redirect the dog, but to each their own. I have a year old pup that growled at someone for the first time last night, bad weather, dark outside, a man dressed in all black at a poorly lit bus stop. That’s good situational awareness if you ask me since the guy looked like a potential threat to me. In that case I simply redirected, kept her eyes on me, and gave her a sit command. Totally different from what you saw in the video. There are different growls and barks with different meanings as well. I am referring specifically to a warning growl, not play growls.

[@annetteleggett9854]

Thank you for the video. Had a foster like this once. Wish I’d had this information back then.

[@davelysczek7345]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge of training! You have helped me with a difficult dog ( I adopted a 2 year old Dutch Shepherd from a shelter ). She has been with me for 28 days now and has improved a lot but still has a way to go. I will continue to watch your videos as long as you are putting them out!

[@klaraptor]

This new intro is bomb!!!!

[@Not_a_witch]

This is exactly how my dog acts, she’s been getting better with a mix of being consistent with her but also being kind of soft. We’re still working on her not growling at children. Not totally sure how to work that out, but my husbands friends have been super helpful letting his children interact with her to desensitize her to them

[@brentshirley477]

This is a super intro- I also love the other one- if you look to the left your baby is so cute- he is so excited!

[@jillsorbera7247]

Yes definitely would like a video called "Followup #2 So&So the nervous rescue dog" or whatever she is . I love these vids!!! Learning so much!!!

[@jillsorbera7247]

oops yay u did it already lol! 🐾❤️

[@baldassassin2902]

Beckman, I wish I'd found u months ago. We unfortunately had hired reinforcement/treat based trainers, and nothing worked with our GSD x pointer. He just needed a boss, like u say. Still challenging us but we are using old school gun dog trainers now...no nonsense approach like u. Much respect

[@kitnelson7889]

Watched 3 times already - very helpful video. Trying to pick up pointers in training my 1 yo Plott. Thanks.

[@bostonmommy8698]

Great video. That type of dog hard to train. Would love to see after a couple weeks of training

[@DelMarDogLife]

Your sit and wait at door technique is amazing with my escape artist daycare dog. I will try the fake leash take off the next time I am walking to Dog Beach. Thanks for posting!

[@CheatcodeGlitch]

Nice intro! Best channel on KZbin right here

[@JS-zd3vi]

your videos are great. Its awesome how you break down different methods by the type of dog you're dealing with

[@catherineperry2010]

Your you tube videos are so exact and precise. They are very educational for me when training my 5 month wire hair fox terrier. If I lived closer to you I would definitely enroll in your dog training academy.

[@RideorDieEquestrians]

I have learned so much from this channel, thank you so much

[@rdwilander]

Great new intro....would like to see a number of videos of you working with this fearful dog daily or??? The subtleties you demonstrate are important..Larry Krohn had a consecutive video series working with a super fearful Cane Corso (Ranger). It was fascinating and so informative watching this Cane transform. If I hadn't watched the daily series I wouldn't have believed it was the same dog

[@trumplostlol3007]

My 2.5 year old Aussie mix girl that I adopted over 1/2 year ago growled at me like 1.5 weeks ago when I stepped on her toy bone and told her to leave it. I have been training her the drop it and leave it command through play with no treat. I corrected her growl instantly this time by growling back. Don't do this for you newly adopted dog. She's been with me for 1/2 year and I know her ok well. I believe she has finally learn to respect the drop it and leave it command and is more willing to drop and leave the toy bone before coming home after play. BTW, she just barked at nothing when I took her out a while ago. The rain, the highway traffic, the smell of burning of trash by a crazy grass grower opposite to the highway all contributed to her aggressiveness. I corrected her instantly and she stopped barking. But she still refused to pee after walking around for 10 minutes. So, I tide her to a wheel barrel outside despite of a little drizzle and went right back to the house. After 15 minutes, I went out to try again and she peed in less than 2 minutes. LOL I have been doing this for like a month now. And it took her a long time to learn what I meant. She was never potty trained before coming to my place. She peed and pooed more than 10 times inside my house even on my carpets. The last time she did that was 3 days ago, even though I take her out every 6 hours nowadays. Yup that's a pretty tough dog to train. Dominant, no potty training, extremely timid, hyperactive, hypersensitive, fear aggressive, stubborn, .. I believe this is not uncommon for many rescue dogs. So, be prepared. I am not giving her up. But I have to spend a lot of time to train her and to play with her. Adult, untrained, unexposed working dogs are very difficult to train.

[@MB-lf8rm]

You have the patience of a saint. Good luck !

[@bodeelynne8996]

Owner to owner, do you have any suggestions on how to stay calm and keep patience with a dog OR puppy?

[@mish2brivero]

Interesting video. Would like to see more videos about fearful vs anxious vs other types of growling and what to do about it. Thanks!

[@ashleym5000]

This is my 4 week old great dane I got 2 weeks ago. He was so timid, so I was very gentle with him. Once he got comfortable with me, he started to growl when once he fled. I've had to get more tough with him. This definitely helps.

[@barkbros123]

The new introduction is dope

[@lynnedear8830]

So helpful. Calmness yet firm.

[@mollytremblay1396]

Thanks again for a great teaching video!! I am learning so much from you.

[@BeanieBots]

I love this trainer so much. People don't understand that it is OUR job to set the standard of what is acceptable behavior and what is not. And we must teach our dogs. People think you are being mean when you demand respect and obedience. But when you train them correctly, they will be 100x times happier and well adjusted. Hmmm... just like raising children eh?

[@lucasmeyer6802]

I really appreciate you explaining your point of view. Love the channel

[@cachdeques]

I like your style, I must say. Firm and respectful to the dog.

[@melessalee620]

Gentle, yet effective. Wonderful.

[@kimmimulder]

I love how you comment on how dogs are different with different people or situations. I honestly wouldn't have been surprised to see this dog fear bite. I would have been very cautious about the way she withdrew her body from you yet pivoted her head into you as you "fake leashed" you. That body language, in my experience, is like a red warning light to a fear bite. Also, my service did is amazing with me, but my teenagers refuse to learn any skills or work with me, with him - so his 250 lb bulk just drags them when he sees a person or dog he wants to meet. Their screaming at him has made him deaf to their corrections (he's not allowed to bark at people or other dogs) and I'm at my wits end in how to prevent him from doing something he never does with me... but to not do with others who will not train with him or be consistent. It hurts my heart than my 12yo can't walk him during the day because he will jerk his head sideways to see something and just that sends her flying. He's super food eager, so I bought a fanny pack and loaded it will peanut butter cereal so they can treat him all the way to the dirt and back, keeping his focus... but they refuse. I'm too fragile to walk him anymore, he's my crutch and my cane to walk with but even then, 6 flights of stairs 4x a day is impossible (and I'm trying to move but... easier said than done)

[@jessicajacobs1500]

The bell works. First view. Haha. Listening while I work remotely. I wonder if she growls because she is somewhat strong willed and hasn’t found a human character that she trusts completely. Partially her own fault due to being strong willed and disobedient but nonetheless, trust issues that have made her feel she needed to protect herself even though she’s afraid. Standing up calmly and requiring obedience was good. I liked that. Couldn’t hear the growls but the whimpers for sure. Mic the dog!? 🤣☺️

[@lilusommer5282]

You do a great job! I understand the hight pitched voice when telling the dog shall come or a louder voice when the dog is doing something wrong...but tell the dog he can go now outside, or even the dog shall leave something, I know that there is a lot body language involved with dogs and that I don't need to use a loud voice most of the time. I m a dog trainer and I do not use a loud voice often, and if I do it than it seems to be much stronger for the dog because most of the time everything happens pretty quite.

[@haynelnegueruela4769]

Another awesome real session, it was funny to hear you say: you have the “cojones” to growl at me? “

[@angels_up_in_heavenxx8365]

Fantastic dog trainer he knows what he is taking about .

[@chocolatericecakes]

Love the new intro!!!! 💕 Great video, definitely super helpful as always 👍

[@seanoconnorshalloffamedogt5910]

If you have a chance, could you speak more on how you distinguish a fearful growl from one that is other than fearful? As always, thanks for your video. I like the new intro/opening

[@TheUnsubScribe]

Sorry to suggest! But our reply would be by observing body language, tone, and proximity/focus of intent. Edit: IOW: fearful growls are contextual- “jerky” growls are inappropriate to the context

[@Debs440606]

I love you, straight, to the point, kind but not soft. It makes me laugh when you say, I’m so over it. I don’t care if it’s unfair 😂 I can’t stand all the people who walk past me and my dog and their dogs lunging at us growling and they get hold of it and say stuff like, aww what’s a matter with you today (like it’s a one off bad mood 🙄🙄) don’t be naughty or be good 😡🤬it makes me so cross.

[@freebirdofparadise]

This pup embodies some of the challenges I am having with my rescue pup. We’ve come a long way in a year’s time but we are still so far away from calm confidence activity and settling more readily. My chaweenie rescue is so smart, he’s constantly trying to stay two steps ahead of my every movement. I make it his job many times a day to get in his bed and lie down. And on the leash, he’s accepted and learned to not pull, but he’s turned this into unorganized and scattered movement when we get out front and can easily trip me. Walks like a pro in the house and the back yard. Car rides he screams and cries. I’ve spent lots of time just sitting in the parked car waiting for settle, even just walking around the garage or parked car. The list goes on. It’s been a year of mustering immense patience. And it just seems for every step forward there’s some area of regression like that low whimper wine or growl, bark, etc. Like the more control we gain in some areas the more he asserts in the ways I have no understanding or power to change. 😢 Your videos like this are encouraging. I’d love to see more of this type of doggo’s rehab Joel! 🙏❤️‍🩹

[@pmlm1571]

I am very interested to see more of this dog, will she calm down and get confidence?

[@bubbag8895]

I'd bet so

[@sonja2446]

I, too, would like to see more work with this dog! Fear is so hard to work with - especially because it *is* mixed with other things.

[@pmlm1571]

@@sonja2446 You said it, Sonja.

[@Jan-wj1vi]

Me too. I'd love to see the end results. She has alot going on..insecure, fear, distrust. It would be great yo see her "dancing with confidence" with her handler.

[@therealslimshady6763]

@@sonja2446 idk why but this dog looks like strays of India. I didn't visit India for 2 years now but I remember this appearance

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

Prince is a lovely dog. Love him. We had a Doberman, his name was Frasier. I had him well trained. Miss him.

[@dannyng5539]

wow, what an owner, what a dog!

[@katec708]

yess great example of knowing when to draw the line. yes, with nervous animals you want to cater to them and try to make them as comfortable as possible. but, when nervous becomes aggressive, they need to know that that wont slide. you can still be kind but firm.

[@daydrms]

Haru is a paid actress. Lol but really I'm glad that she was so helpful for this video! Mr Beckman you do a great job

[@AzaleaLala]

She doesn't know what is expected of her.

[@margiewalker1808]

Love your techniques!

[@makailablumhagen7780]

I just adopted a dog that I’m pretty sure is the same mix which we think is lab and pit bull, he acts EXACTLY the same. I want to start classes however I’m torn on weather we need reactive classes or fearful classes because it’s so mixed. After watching your videos I knew that it wasn’t just fear as he will pee and shake when he is actually truly scared however he will cower away and then bark and growl at random times with people. Man I wish you lived here I would LOVE to have you train Rocky!!!

[@aaronpi4493]

I would like some more videos on the growling and how to stop it. Great videos!

[@stephanlazarz1921]

So wise, thanks from England. Spot On.

[@cyreineadams2199]

The fake leash takeoff method is genius, I’m definitely going for try this with my dog!

[@WeCanDoThisTony]

Thanks for the content my guy! Keep up the good work.

[@jgo5707]

My dog is like this but also dominant. I tried the treat only approach and it led to handler aggression. Joel is teaching the side of dog training the purely positive community can't handle accepting the necessity of

[@melessalee620]

Excellent. Teaches me how to be with people too.

[@adamm5054]

Oh man, dogs with fear defensive attitudes are tough to work with. Obedience training is going to be very good for her. She will gain more confidence and will cease being so fearful and anxious. She will eventually surrender and understand that there is no need for her to be defensive because the human is in control. I would keep a long leash on her through out the day for a day or two, so I wouldn't have to chase her causing more uncertainty and stress.

[@kingwillie206]

You have the right idea! Avoid eye contact, kennel the dog in a busy area, and watch movies right next to it, read, fool with you phone, play loud music etc. Eventually the dog will get used to it and you can go to next step and use a slip lead, a gentle leader, or other appropriate tool to keep the dog calm while you keep it in proximity. You must constantly pet the dog with a fake hand and gloves on so you can test it’s limits without risking anything. Before long you’ll be walking the dog and strengthening your bond until you are eventually able to start asking the dog to perform duties. The dog in the video growled because he stared at it line of sight and made a demand without taking the appropriate amount of time to build a rapport. It’s not a puppy, it’s an a adult dog that demands a certain amount of respect before orders are given. Not following the process increases the risk of an attack. He’s lucky that dog didn’t take a shot at his face.

[@adamm5054]

@@kingwillie206 very well said! Thank you! Your input is fantastic! I have seen the fake hand approach before and it does help determine the level of risk! Have a good day 😊

[@andihd8768]

She had a rough start somewhere under someone's hand to have caused that. Glad the owners have brought her to you. She'll be a great project board & train to watch progress. Any great balanced trainer, like yourself, will adjust methods to tailor each dog's learning experience. Hurley likes to growl when we sit down to eat, bc that's when he's not allowed near us or the table - so he sits in the other room w a low whiney growl. The ridiculous part is when we each say "enough" it gets progressively lower & we can only start laughing at him. It's like teenage Groot imagery here..

[@creaturefeature7850]

Not necessarily a rough start, why does everyone think that a nervous / scared dog is a rescue who has been abused? I've got one, paid lots of money for her, had her from 8 weeks, I assure you nothing bad has been done to her! GENETICS in my case.

[@zebragoboom]

@@creaturefeature7850 yea, sure. whatever you say.

[@sagemoonchild333]

@@creaturefeature7850 agreed. Just because a dog is fearful, doesn’t mean it was abused.

[@LaraYAH127]

Hey Beckman family 🐾 She knows she doesn't intimidate you so it's weird to her. She will get it together, a lot of work on her. I do so much with my 9 month old Rottie mix pup he's a breeze with most things. He still needs work especially on other dogs( his buddies he wants to jump on), eat off outside ground (which is weird because he knows how to leave it and drop it) and some jumping on people (people can be the worst on that by encouraging it🙄). Good job with calm energy