Is Doggy Daycare Making Dog's Anxiety Worse? | It's Me or the Dog

Cooper is a boxer dog with extreme aggression, but when he goes to doggy daycare he appears to be a completely different dog! Is Cooper really able to socialise with other dogs at daycare or is something more going on here? Victoria Stilwell is on the case to solve another doggy dilemma.
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[@paxthegoat2869]

This is a rare scenario where I actually like the owners.

[@michellecottrell3553]

Same

[@gusy629]

I thought I was the only one who think that. Yes, I agree.

[@cassies_lifesavin_serviced9012]

Pax TheGOAT FoR REAL!!

[@BlakeGeometrio]

Me too. They're great owners.

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

Haha yeah!

[@notcarameldonuts6912]

I actually really like the owners for once!

[@Nobody-kr7jm]

Yeah except for the fact that she would cry but it was understanding ig

[@pinkmonkeybird2644]

Jessica Because she cared so much and felt bad that she had misunderstood her dog’s behavior so badly. But they were both committed to fixing the situation, which is nice to see.

[@Nobody-kr7jm]

@@pinkmonkeybird2644 so how I said it was understanding 💀

[@pinkmonkeybird2644]

Jessica I’m sorry, I didn’t understand your meaning.

[@anacabell8112]

SAME

[@summervillarreal7437]

i used most of victoria’s techniques for my boyfriends really bad dogs and his parents gave me money because now they’re good boys😭 thank you victoriaaaa

[@YurieSong]

summer villarreal love this comment! congrats :)

[@Sniffysmyboy]

Completely misread as using the techniques on your boyfriend haha

[@annetr4577]

Brya Wallace LOL

[@zabzab6128]

@@Sniffysmyboy 😂

[@Autumn-kz7vc]

Same with my dogs still a changelle but im getting there!

[@nightlyoko626]

These are the sweetest owners I’ve seen in this show it’s clear they really care about him

[@lalaland2107]

I cried when they cried!

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

Awww I know!

[@lannawolf1864]

@@lalaland2107 same

[@destituteanddecadent9106]

Yes. Literally I don't remember any other episode where the owners actually ask questions. Maybe the scenes were just cut out, but if you cared at all, you'd have questions! Edit: or thank Victoria and acknowledge her abilities!

[@stripeythefurry]

I love this episode you can tell that they wanted to help thier dog not discipline

[@euphoria7798]

it's also nice to see the owners not fighting with e/o over the dog, but instead lovingly working together

[@charliehewitt8845]

sorry to say but its mom and daughter

[@dihyazei3832]

@@charliehewitt8845 U RUINED MY SHIP

[@euphoria7798]

@@charliehewitt8845 oh wow they didn't look that much apart in age to me

[@raisinmydog]

@@charliehewitt8845 How do you know? I don't think they mentioned it

[@gomezkabuki]

@@charliehewitt8845 Noooh, I thought they were a coupleeee. I've been living a lieee for 15 minutes..

[@pqsitivity9440]

for once on this show it isnt the owners fault

[@DogGran]

br0kenpr0misez aj it’s always an issue with the owners. In this case reading him as happy at the dog daycare but luckily these owners seem dedicated enough to learn how to work with him 👌🏼

[@btstacopizza5551]

Soooo true thoXD

[@antianti328]

@@DogGran but they weren't the root of the issue

[@lelnel6242]

There was an episode about a dog already having separation anxiety when the owners adopted him. It wasn't their fault they just didn't know how to deal with it so they asked for help.

[@antianti328]

@@lelnel6242 which one?

[@essenceknight681]

These are probably the best dog owners on this show Edit:I have never gotten over 20 likes what is this

[@nimeryaspawnbrd1049]

They really are And I know for experience how hard this specific anxiety training is, both for the dog and the owner. It's so rewarding, thou.. And to be finally able to watch your dog overcoming his issues and having a serene approach (and even some genuine fun) to other dogs truly is the best feeling ever! 😍 Also, Cooper in the convertible with the goggles on is priceless ❤

[@cam7454]

yep

[@fh4886]

AGREED

[@HelloThere-sr9ow]

Essence Knight I never gotten more then 1 like

[@essenceknight681]

@@HelloThere-sr9ow poor thing I penition to get you more than three

[@woof6056]

As someone who works at doggy daycare, I really want people to understand that if your dog can't handle the dog park, you should NOT bring that dog to doggy daycare. I've had to break up a lot of fights because of people like this thinking doggy daycare would be great for their dog to get rid of their aggression, when it actually makes it a lot worse. Luckily, this dog did not get aggressive at daycare, but if your dog is stressed out, you never know when he or she will snap. Doggy daycare is great for dogs who like to play and be around other dogs, but it is NOT safe for anyone if the dog is aggressive.

[@donnablair4559]

My little Havanese was attacked by my neighbors large dogs in her own yard, and that was the end of her daycare days. She's fine now, after a lot of hard work, on walks and with dogs she knows. Daycare is just too scary for her with dogs running up close to her, even if they're not engaging with her. It's like PTSD for her, and she'd sit and stare at the gate until I picked her up. It makes me sad, because she used to love it.

[@cheym1144]

I work at a doggy daycare to AND I GET UUU. Owners think that we are also a doggy obedience training place and dump their dog with kk basic training on us and lie to us about how they’re dog is.

[@vihansubramaniam3593]

@@donnablair4559 I also have a small havanese. The issue with him is that hes often the one that makes the other dogs uncomfortable. He always is the first to start biting and even though its play, its really rough. I worry that one day he will mess with the wrong dog and get hurt because of his small size.

[@katrinathomas5236]

For sure! And people also need to understand that there is a difference between a dog having a play date with one or two neighbors and being in a group of 10 + daycare dogs- even dog-friendly pets can get overwhelmed in large groups. Luckily, if the dog likes the kennel attendants and the owners need a place to take him sometimes, many daycares offer a one-on-one playtime option with an employee.

[@zerogtoxik6020]

@@donnablair4559 My doberman wouldve went through the same thing as your dog if he wasn’t a dobie.... My doberman shook the pitbull off him and pinned it until I came and pulled him off... It felt scary but I knew he’d pull through, he’s grown a little more wary and doesn’t welcome other dogs who want to play into his yard anymore, and that makes me sad because all of my socialisation training went to waste.

[@Little_Lepus]

These people are proper dog owners. I am so happy cooper lives with owners that care so much about helping him.

[@ChasehaWing]

I love how strong these women are. You see a lot of people be dragged around by their dogs but she just grabs the leash. Plants her feat and grabs his collar and stops him from fighting. Its nice to see responsible owners.

[@tomboyhns2643]

This is the first time I’ve seen Victoria sympathetic to an owner. It’s refreshing! 🙂 And I love these owners dedication and expressing their sincerest gratitude Edit: ...894 likes huh? Wow...Glad 894 people thought my comment was worth something...

[@jaxcrax358]

Yeah cause they're actually good owners 😂

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

lol yes!

[@thesis5408]

Olivia Quick well lol i brought it to 756

[@klmoll]

Not sure how many episodes you’ve been watching but Ms. Victoria is compassionate and firm.

[@claireashley427]

@@klmoll Agreed!

[@Jaggededge112]

Victoria is brilliant at training dogs. Poor cooper was so scared.

[@maargenbx1454]

Shannon B: I don’t see how this dog was trained. In the beginning the dog would lunge at other dogs and the owners would pull it away, at the end the dog would lunge at other dogs and the owner would pull it away and give it treats. The dog was just as reactive at the end of the video as at the beginning.

[@Jaggededge112]

Maargen Bx it is a work in progress, he really was better at the end. I don’t know if you watched the full episode of it, but the family worked hard to get him better. Also this was only a week long training session so I don’t know exactly what you expected.

[@maargenbx1454]

Shannon B: I wasn’t expecting anything - I just don’t see how this would be considered a success based on this video.

[@Jaggededge112]

Maargen Bx I think he was doing way better. Training takes patience and time.

[@Jaggededge112]

Maargen Bx it’s more like she’s giving them the basics so they can eventually build up the training.

[@steckieproductions3258]

The narrator's line, "It's a real breakthrough for Cooper!" He sounded like he was smiling when he said that line. It makes me happy, too!

[@SilvrRazorFeather]

I noticed that too, made me smile

[@tinypirate3109]

Bruh you just made me realize there even WAS a narrator like how I miss that I been watching these over a year.

[@MsJoyce31202]

♥️

[@imalwaysright]

The narrator is part of the joy of the show 😊😊

[@AndYouWillBeWithMe]

Hi team! I just want to say, one of my best friends rescued an abandoned puppy, Liz, and I got to meet her yesterday. She was really scared and shy, so I asked if we (the guests) were allowed to give her some chicken, so she would associate people with good things. Eventuelly I got to play with her, but she bit my hand twice, so I squealed like Victoria did, and she actually looked at me to see if I was hurt. After two times she actually seemed to understand that she should not bite hands while playing! Thank you for uploading these, 'cause I've learned so much from this channel!

[@masudhassan4881]

Jk that's really cool

[@mayaroy8175]

:)

[@cymaltuvern]

Thats so great!

[@noagnify]

So Nice!

[@najwashananier7094]

Oh thats amazing

[@heroryan7859]

They have a Mini Cooper and their dog was named cooper.

[@Undomaranel]

Cooper-ception. _Trombone bwaaaah_

[@SomeoneBeginingWithI]

So refreshing to see owners who actually care, where the problem isn't rooted in neglect.

[@valkadragonheart]

This episode made me cry. These owners feel so bad. Scared that they maybe made the dog’s anxiety worse. 😢

[@raqueld4899]

When the lady started crying, tears rolled down my eyes too. I feel her pain. My Lucy looks the same as their Cooper, and she also acts like Cooper toward other dogs. I walk her 30-60mins daily (sometimes twice) but I still haven't been able to correct her behavior. This video is exactly what I need. Thank you for sharing

[@werunchikrepman6160]

Haiii there. Has the training worked for you?

[@fountainPoison]

I really feel for these owners. I think most of us would've assumed Cooper was enjoying the daycare as well, especially because of how differently he behaves compared to at the green space. Realizing what you've been doing for your dog is actually making them feel worse is devastating.

[@DeathNoteL456]

I really like the owners. Cooper has hope in getting better. I’m always doubtful at the end of the episodes but definitely not with these two.

[@junbh2]

I also like they the goals they talked about seemed very reasonable. Will he ever be happy and safe in a large group of loose dogs? Maybe not. But being able to walk pleasantly on leash around other dogs, I absolutely think they will be able to do that.

[@beata2076]

huh full episode?

[@deku267]

I've had something like this happen to my dog. That's why I'm very wary about other dogs

[@keilidhseashore99]

I get that but at the same time (if someoe elses dog attacked your dog because of anxiety) you need to get your dog out there to meet other dogs because otherwise you'll have an anxiety filled dog and then your dog will be just like the dog that got to your dog. However if it's your dog that did it, hire a trainer. Meet one dog at a time and take it slow, just like Victoria did. Plus never, ever, show you're 'scared' or anything when holding yoru dog, because it'll transfer to your dog and make everythign worse

[@cosplaymyaw6156]

I found shaggy in the video

[@janiceraby6175]

Maria Thelin that’s not always correct. Some dogs, no matter how well socialised can be naturally submissive and dogs being dogs, will go for a weak dog, even if they aren’t in their pack.. Unfortunately it’s natural for them. The weakest in the dog world will often be attacked.

[@whoswhointheconnerzoo1242]

@@janiceraby6175 Dogs are not naturally agressive and will not attack a submissive animal because they pose no threat. I have two exceptionally submissive male dogs and they have never been attacked, even when they encounter reactive dogs they are less likely to see aggression because they give over control imediately. Canids are naturally cooperative animals and won't seek out violence naturally unless they need to.

[@crow9604]

i always get worried when another dog walks past mine because one of them has been known to go for other dogs, especially labradors and golden retrievers. i'm not sure why he does it seeing as nothing's ever happened to him, but i worry that me getting nervous whenever i see another dog doesn't help...

[@maxcovfefe]

This show helped save my dog. My vet was even skeptical that we could keep him after he bit me in the face without warning two different times, one involving stitches in the corner of my eye. He was underweight, wounded and scared when we adopted him. Patience and leadership are working. He's becoming a very different dog thanks to a LOT of work, but also a LOT of tips from Victoria. We have a fenced/locked yard and no kids, so it felt unfair not to at least try. Thanks to everyone who helps make this show happen.

[@AnimalEmancipation]

Wow you saved that dog's life. Not many would have kept a dog that bit them twice!

[@maxcovfefe]

@@AnimalEmancipation He's come such a long way since I left that message like a year ago! He's like a different dog. That said, he's trusting me more, but I still treat him like a biter.... locked gate on my fence, no kids, no dog park. Just happy times in the yard and walks on not too long of a leash. We're buddies now! He's kind of a lap dog now.

[@rachaelevans8351]

@@maxcovfefe it’s amazing to hear your dog’s progress and how useful Victoria’s technique tips are. I’m glad you have your dog a few chances, hope you are having extra cuddles with Covid going on

[@maxcovfefe]

@@rachaelevans8351 Oh yes! For sure! We've done all the CDC/Covid recommendations for having him groomed less frequently, but it's important for me to be able to see his eyes and his mouth. I need to know if he's showing me his teeth, or if he's just giving me a silly grin. He's a Lhasa Apso, and his eyebrows and beard can both be a bit too much for me to read any expression. Victoria also taught me how to "thank" him for barking, giving a treat, then he settles down more easily. The Lhasa was bred to be a guardian, so he's kinda just doing what he thinks is his job. As long as I can see his face, we can have all the snuggles he wants!

[@imalwaysright]

This is so wonderful!! Love your comment!

[@_catburglar]

This is very upsetting to me as someone who worked at a doggie day care and boarding facility for 3 years. We were told to tell every single owner that it was a positive experience for the dog, we were basically told to lie. And when something bad happened it was always a surprise for the owners and they were understandably mad. This is the reason I ulimately quit because I saw so much wrong at that place, it was overwhelming and emotional. Most of the dogs did not enjoy it and would have much rather been home. It's the reason I will never EVER put any of my pets in a day care or boarding facility. I think the most important thing anyone who has pets can learn is their language. So many people are like these owners and think they know their dogs when they actually don't. If you know what your animal is trying to communicate then you can make the right choice without relying on workers who are told to lie to make profit.

[@rangernation4538]

I have a boxer and a pitbull the boxer has bad jealousy issues when there inside. If I'm petting my pitbull who doesn't even like being petted the boxer gets real stiff looking kinda pissed off and if I don't stop petting my pitbull the boxer will just sit there and stare at the wall she wont even look at me. It's kinda sad cause I like to have my pitbull inside but dont like leaving the boxer outside alone. When there both inside they dont really get along sometimes they even growl at each other when they do that I just throw them outside. They have never fought before that I know of anyways.

[@7thCobweb]

libby you are so right! dogs need so much sleep and being surrounded by other strange dogs will just make them more nervous, or even if they do play a lot then it ends up over-exhausting them. this makes for higher levels in stress hormones which causes them to be skittish or aggressive. personally, i recommend having someone over to be company to the dog or hiring a professional dog sitter if the dog needs to be walked. (of course that is only possible when you have already trained your dog and its familiar with visits/ will cooperate with strangers) but first and foremost, people NEED to do thorough research on the animal that they want to house. people need to realize it is nothing but IRRESPONSIBLE to take in an animal without proper education on the subject.

[@_catburglar]

@@7thCobweb Very true! Most people would drop their dogs off while they're at work so the dogs would be there for at least 8 hours. That sounds great to the owners but it's just way too long for any dog no matter how active they are. I unfortunately saw this every day. One of the most common breeds in day care was the German Shepherd and they were all exceptionally misbehaved, even with their owners. Nearly all the dogs that came there were misbehaved but the German Shepherds especially stood out. It's maddening how people adopt these high energy working breeds with no knowledge on them and no willpower to train them, they hear all these positive descriptions on the breed and think that's what their dog is going to be like without considering all the work that goes along with it.

[@sneekz07]

It depends where you send them. If you send them to a day care that is just a massive room with 10's of dogs then I agree. My dog goes to a doggie daycare where she only takes 3 dogs total and that's including her own dog.

[@crosita1]

This really varies a lot between daycares. The one I used to go to I liked because there was always a human in with the dogs, they had a way to separate out a dog who was uncomfortable, and they always did a trial with a new dog to make sure s/he didn't have any conflicts with the existing group before taking them on for a longer term. I quizzed about how they dealt with conflicts or unwanted behavior, how they fed out the snacks they offered (took each dog out separately to eat and then put them back), etc. Unfortunately they started insisting on slip leads to prevent escapes and then required that the dog be dropped off before a certain time of day so I stopped going. But there are daycares that can be very good for a friendly social dog. I have also seen places that have a webcam going where you can look in in your dog any time. That would be a great way to make sure the dog is comfortable. You could make a wonderful employee of a better class of doggy daycare, so keep an eye open!

[@prabhdeepparmar]

I already watched the full episode of this on prime video. LOVE U VICTORIA!!! UR MY INSPIRATION!!!

[@ItsMeortheDog]

In the second clip of Cooper going up next week he sings along with a harmonica, so that's something for everyone else to look forward to!

[@salemcrow5078]

This is on Prime? Sweet

[@FrkyFerret]

I can't find it on prime....

[@MsPhillyG]

@@ItsMeortheDog I can't wait, looooove to see Cooper doing better.

[@thinkaboutitthinkaboutit7415]

Prabhdeep Parmar What you talking about Willis!! ‘full episode ‘

[@katief.825]

Can we just take a minute to appreciate Victoria's lovely fashion sense? Always modest yet super cute/stylish & never matronly ❤

[@ericajenkins8477]

Sadly the way he feels in doggy daycare is how the majority of the dogs I’ve seen are in the years I’ve worked in daycare. So many people think their dogs are enjoying themselves when in reality they’re desperate to leave and are uncomfortable the whole time

[@NachoAE360]

I know you probably can’t tell the owners, but as a dog owner I wish you could. My girl loves playing with dogs and I want to put her in a dog daycare for that reason, but if there was any reason she started not to love it or didn’t mesh well with the environment I’d want to know.

[@ryanwitwickifaddegon4291]

True, same with baby talks. Dogs get anxious in crowds shelters, dog shows, pet adoption fairs, doggie daycares a lot where society expects dogs to enjoy. Even mine sometimes gets anxious in crowds. I do too.

[@ryanwitwickifaddegon4291]

@@NachoAE360 People seem to expect dogs to like those dogs crowded places, known for dogs. But dogs actually hate it.

[@liesalllies]

Yes and the owners are so thrilled by how tired their dogs are when they go home. Yeah because they've just been through hell... Of course they're exhausted.

[@ryanwitwickifaddegon4291]

@@liesalllies You'd be exhausted to if you got out of eternal painful hell. But no way letting owners know you hate dog care, retail, school, college, working as a dish washer person at an animal center, fast food worker, stuck in bathroom with aunt literally mentally abusiny you etc.

[@TheRealLifeScientist]

It´s nice to finally see some dog owners that are dedicated to the dogs and are not failing because of the complete lack of judgement or indifference. It is strange though, that Cooper is so anxious around other dogs since he is living in the house with other dog siblings...

[@s_rofbear]

VIKYSEK1987 - that’s not strange at all. Do you feel comfortable around strangers just because they are humans, and your family are also humans?

[@junbh2]

@@s_rofbear Yeah, that's pretty much what I was going to say. It's absolutely to be expected. Same as plenty of people are petrified of strangers but close to their own family.

[@chanahecht4746]

My dog is fine around his doggy cousins but loses his mind around new dogs. Its exposure and learning that this particular dog is not a threat.

[@junbh2]

Being in a field with a dozen other dogs that aren't even part of their family is a big ask for any dog. Some really take to it, but even a dog without 'issues' shouldn't just be assumed that they would enjoy that!.

[@nicolataylor6011]

I'm not sold on these dog daycares..I wonder how regulated they are how safe they are ..I have heard of smaller dogs being killed by larger ones due to dog day cares being under staffed

[@raeganda3335]

Nicola Taylor As someone who works at a cage free Doggie Daycare, I can assure you staff members are very well educated on dog behavior. They have to be, or fights would break out constantly. I can't speak for all daycares but the dogs at the one I work at really love it. It's not for every dog such as cooper, but daycare can be a very rewarding experience for the right dog.

[@kotabelz7362]

Nicola Taylor some doggie daycares separate small and large breeds to avoid incidents

[@Hardboiiledbabe]

@@nicolataylor6011 each daycare is different. That’s up to you as a owner to make sure you do your research.

[@ashtray_the_rat]

I'm excited, stuck on loading but excited.

[@ItsMeortheDog]

Hang in there

[@krystal498]

Usually its the owners but these 2 are amazing

[@italiantraditionalcatholic2390]

You have a hidden agenda

[@mirrepoix]

love these owners. loving owners and terrible owners may sometimes make the same mistakes, but a loving owner is always looking out for information on how to treat their dog better. such wonderful people who are clearly passionate about giving Cooper a happy, healthy life. also really cool whenever we get the chance to see Victoria interacting with owners who are in the right mindset. sometimes it's intimidating to see the (very deserved!) harsher criticisms when someone is looking for help. seeing Victoria work with people who are eager to change and care about figuring out the solutions is very nice, just an overall positive process. so much can be achieved when owners are engaged from the start, and Victoria did a great job as always. absolutely love this show!

[@avivamae5171]

So nice to see great owners for a change, they just needed some professional guidance and tools to help them succeed. This was a wonderful episode and was very refreshing from the usual episodes where I often feel frustrated towards the owners for their poor choices, those episodes are important too, but sometimes I find them a bit hard to watch. Love Victoria and her amazing work as always!

[@cryssie7181]

I have literally learnt so much more watching a few of your videos than I have paying a local dog trainer $100s per session on how to read a puppers behaviour and body language and i honestly cannot thank u enough!!!

[@MelissaRae1975]

I actually Teared up when she said "its like having a child you want to play in the playground with all the other kids...that may not be Coopers life" Such a sad and self reflective moment

[@dancepiglover]

I actually started tearing up when they cried. They’re so hurt that they made him unhappy. 😢

[@trailokyamukherjee5799]

A big shout to the other dog owners who bought their dogs n gave their time.

[@brittnyhawk8633]

I love theses girls! Coopers got the best moms they just needed a little help.

[@ChocolateMilk..]

"theses"???

[@brittnyhawk8633]

@@ChocolateMilk.. I'm Appalachian. What can I say

[@ChocolateMilk..]

@@brittnyhawk8633 Understandable! Have a nice day!

[@grettabewitched5409]

Yay! Victoria!! poor Cooper, but what a great couple, I felt so bad for them getting so upset.

[@michellecottrell3553]

Me too you can see how much they really care it's sad they thought everything was there fault even though they didn't know

[@michellecottrell3553]

I just wanted to hug them

[@Liz-rf4qu]

For the first time I really like the owners of the dogs. Cooper truly looked stressed out. He now looks more relaxed.

[@user-qf8dp4mi3k]

Jungkook Bunny Angel Oh hi Army! ^^

[@Liz-rf4qu]

@@user-qf8dp4mi3k Hiii

[@MissElisabelle]

Wish I had such a terrific dog community here where I live! People here never pick up their dog's poop. They think that training a dog is like getting them lobotomized, and if they do 'train' them, they treat them like kids, as if they were capable to understand cause-effect correlation, and therefore punishing them with fear and pain. I always have to take the bus in order to get to my former neighborhood and find play mates, but here? Oh no, they are all aggressive. By the way, these are the best dog owners in this series. Kudos.

[@cosmosrunner2468]

Such nice ladies, very refreshing. Loved their other dogs.

[@TortoisePig]

The owners seem like a really sweet loving couple, great to see every now and then.

[@cymaltuvern]

this is my favorite episode so far. The couple was willing to work and very dedicated. It was genuinely just Cooper's anxiety this time. And Victoria did amazing as usual!

[@browniethekitten.6466]

I love these videos, they're so helpful when it comes to training your dog!

[@ratcheese3043]

I don't have a dog but I plan on having one in the future and your right it helps me plan if my dog has any problems

[@alexsanimals1468]

Nicle Cat1 same! 😊

[@imalwaysright]

The shows so good even if you don’t have a dog

[@stinaeriksson698]

So impressed with the owners and their dedication and love. But I’m even more impressed with the dog community where they live, they aren’t ostracising cooper or the owners but are right there the entire process and doing their all to help out. Usually you see people become very antagonist towards “bad owners” and label the dog and owners rather than try to be helpful and understanding. This warms my heart.

[@honeybiscuit1457]

I really wish all of the owners Victoria has to deal with were more like these two. Most of the owners cause root issues that should be a no brainer when it comes to knowing you should be avoiding them. These two actually did something that I think most can say is a bit less obvious of a mistake.

[@morningstar4873]

probably the best owners in the show. They truly love and care about their dogs, they feel for their dogs, were never cruel to them to discipline them. They recognise their dogs' anxiety and try to find them a space where they will feel comfortable, and were heartbroken when Victoria told them their dog was still anxious. These owners truly deserve their dogs. I'm happy to see it.

[@RainbowRose769]

What amazing dog ownerS. They are so dedicated, and they they are so aware of everything. This is a lovely dog-human relationship. ❤️❤️ They loved Victoria, thanked her, praised her. Compared to other owners, they went on massive fights against Victoria.

[@spannersrpg1506]

Finally some dog owners who aren't completely cringe, useless, and ask good questions! Awesome to see such dedicated people :D Great vid as always.

[@twistedreality997]

i love it when she makes those random high pitch noises

[@MsJoyce31202]

Me too because the dogs stop immediately and really look as if they say, "What?"

[@fariahcriss5696]

The timing on the corrections was absolutely perfect, they did a great job. I love that they asked about continuing steps after Victoria leaves too, they truly are committed to this dog for the rest of his life, they're not just seeing Victoria for a quick fix

[@madidavis9617]

I've been binge watching this awesome show all day and I can confidently say these owners are the most deserving of their dogs. They seem to be one of the only couples who are actually dedicated to bettering their dogs life, not just their own.

[@MarcoBMark-rt6ke]

Wow,for once the owners actually give a damn

[@italiantraditionalcatholic2390]

That's rude

[@surbhimishra1049]

Started watching this channel's video two days ago finished watching all and now it's in my subscribed list 😂

[@bakagisama2344]

Love Victoria! This is a huge problem at doggy daycares. I work at one and there are so many owners who think bringing their dog in will fix their aggression/anxiety but the dogs hate it and sit in the corner drooling freaking out and not letting any dogs near them (it's a fight waiting to happen). And daycares promote this as helping too. 😩sadly I'm not allowed to tell the owners I hope Victoria's video helps more owners realize this isn't a good option/their dogs aren't as happy as they seem to think!

[@janiceraby6175]

These ladies are so lovely and really care about their dogs. It’s nice to watch owners that haven’t created the problem for once.

[@jackimoon8284]

This episode was short because there was so little resistance from the owners! 👏👏👏👏

[@MsPhillyG]

There's a part 2 coming next week

[@nhihoang6211]

Omg Cooper has done such a good job :D This time it's more of a Its me or the Dog than It's me or the Owner

[@Cornbread_]

I love that she admitted to not walking as much as she should. she knew it wasn't enough and wanted to be able to walk him enough. the owners in this episode were lovely, they really wanted to help the dog and didn't think what they were doing originally was perfectly fine like alot of the others. also, I loved his glasses in the car, what a stylish boy!

[@Anna-Maria.pr.]

literally the owners are nice this time

[@patmanchester8045]

I took my dog through a Lot of the exact same work as she is doing and learned that you have to do it all the dog's life long. Also, We put him on Prozac ( for anxiety) and that helped a lot too. He was never perfect, but he was so much happier. Before, it was like it would be doing him a favor to put him down. I really like her techniques.

[@sannek373]

I want to be a dog trainer like Victoria I love you

[@royal-tea3063]

Sanne K go for it

[@magicmoonart]

same I do too

[@kiranagarwal3140]

I love you too - victoria

[@sherylscott5529]

My heart! What a beautiful couple! The way they treat each other, is amazing. Cooper is one lucky boy!

[@carlosspiceyweiner740]

These ladies are darling, for once it's an owner who has tried their hardest, and isnt their fault

[@ceidhlafynesx]

it wasn’t the owners fault and it wasn’t coopers fault🙂

[@everyday3530]

These are the best owners in this show, well good luck in training cooper

[@Tara........]

I took my Lara to doggy daycare once. She was miserable. We only stayed for 15 minutes and never went back. Now I rely on the generosity of close friends to babysit for her if I'm going to be away from home longer than a couple of hours. She's perfectly happy to stay with my friends but she hated the doggy daycare!

[@MsPhillyG]

Omgoodness, your very lucky and btw I have a Lara toothbrushes☺☺☺

[@moviegeek8981]

My old dog Pepper was similar. Too many dogs (mostly male) in the neighborhood would meet her and try and mount her. She was fixed and she would interact well at first, but did not tolerate other dogs trying to demonstrate superiority versus playing. Despite all our efforts to help her get over the dog=no fun stereotype, they all played or interacted in a way she was not interested in doing. So she was similar to Cooper but without any pet siblings. Other than that she was a great dog and beloved. It's nice to see these owners not be really ignorant or uncaring, just uninformed. I would like to see the rest of this video some time in the future.

[@anneabanana6175]

This episode touched on the exact problems I’ve been having with my dog since we rescued her and while I’ve been doing some of the aspects of the training in this video, having an episode dedicated to a dog having similar troubles is tremendously helpful! It means so much to have a guide on what are right or wrong steps to take to correct this behavior ❤️

[@savarnah8764]

When Victoria did the impression of cooper I started cracking up🤣

[@laramaaike3050]

Those owners are so lovely and wanted the best for Cooper. They didn't see the stress in Doggy daycare, that was so sad to see them both in shock..... I want to wish them all the best and Victoria, you are awesome!

[@cristina08888]

This one was so heart warming! And hows how even with good dog owners some behaviors still arise. Such a great episode I loved these owners they are amazing!

[@magickmiiror2853]

This is my favorite couple/family yet. Thank you, Victoria for helping in every way you do with every one and dog you help! The transformations are just amazing.

[@melaniebuckley1772]

What a brilliant couple of owners. So impressive, compassionate and dedicated. Well done Victoria and co.

[@testerwulf3357]

They are so sweet and caring, my heart bleeds out to them. I love them so much, they have to be my favorite people on this show. I love that they truly felt bad about something so simple and small as anxiety, which isn’t actually that small and no dog should have to be put in it!

[@20to1devotchka]

Victoria is amazing! I’ve learned so much from her and now I’m lucky enough to enjoy the company of my own 3 dogs and work at a Doggie Daycare! I’ve used so many of her techniques in my own home and at my job. Thank you so much to everyone who works so hard on this show to better the lives of these dogs and their families! 🙏

[@elliotlamirande3869]

for once there is an actual commitment love these two!!!

[@WindWipper]

Ok, we will definitely need an update on this one...

[@xodayplays6922]

I love these owners, so dedicated and caring to their dogs. I love Victoria trying to calm the owner and show her support when she gets upset

[@ChimeraGirl_]

Finally, GOOD owners for once! What a lovely couple.

[@quoiquand2888]

This kind of wholesome content is why I always come here to watch all the videos :D

[@krose3185]

Omg i really feel for these owners.. I'm really glad cooper got the help he needed and that these owners are so great at wanting to help their dog

[@wellhowboutthatmax2023]

This!!!!!! I loved this so much, there heartfelt emotion towards their dog made me cry, such dedicated owners who wanted nothing but the best for their dogs

[@tamarawrathall8011]

These guys are probably the best owners I’ve ever watched. Not over the top or anything. Quite calm, dedicated, loving, sincere owners

[@nadiabairamis3854]

What I love about Victoria is how she builds confidence not just in the dogs but also the people as well. She really is incredible!

[@imalwaysright]

“Not only an incredible dog trainer, but an incredible human being” 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@elishlalvarmoi913]

The owners are so loving and caring. They gave their 101% to look after their dog. I hope that they do well with the training till now. Victoria as usual so professional and loving.

[@nancelee3535]

The best owners, you can tell how committed they are and how much they love Cooper. So nice to see.

[@casondraburnard5026]

okay this is the first episode or clip of this show i've seen where i've felt true compassion and love for the owners. they love their dogs so much and didn't get defensive or make up excuses. this whole clip was so pure!

[@evaventas3578]

Omg this video is super INSPIRING. I luv Victoria she’s an amazing dog owner.

[@lilolmecj]

We alternate “ love treats” with food treats, a love treat involves excitedly saying love treat and giving them a brisk neck scratching. I Have one dog who is not very food motivated, but he really loves “ love treats”.

[@Picklezzz.]

alright I realized I've been watching this channel for a week and have been binge watching the videos and i wasn't subscribed but yall most definitely made me subscribe i love the content and animals, honestly Victoria reads dogs like an Arthur writes a book its amazing. I truly do love how she wants to reinforce positive habits instead of the cruel ones people have been learning its very helpful and very insightful!!!

[@catsensei8322]

Best owners I've seen so far in this show. Such sweet and dedicated people.

[@kyliemarchese4115]

One of my dogs passed away a few days ago R.I.P Dave

[@mikes3982]

I'm so sorry for your loss💔 •.°☆May he rest in peace☆°.•

[@MsPhillyG]

So very sorry for your loss...

[@kyliemarchese4115]

Thank you so much, god bless you both 🙏

[@tokageG7199]

🖤

[@jamimahpaul3318]

Nejeuwjw.!?

[@twins_gymnastics5052]

I have a dog he Is my world and I dont know what I would do without him and I wouldn't imagine needing Victoria as such as a good trainer she is he is in so much good care he doesn't need anyone but his family!

[@jt2553]

Thank you for these videos showing the problems & the training especially. Victoria's revisits showing the success is great too.

[@justanotherperson584]

They are the best pet parents. They are so kind and loving.......neighbors too. Yes , Victoria is a very kind and loving human being. She’s a big love. Big hugs to all of you. You got this!

[@najwashananier7094]

Narrator: it's not easy owning 4 dogs Me: well duh

[@michellecottrell3553]

Lol

[@najwashananier7094]

@@michellecottrell3553 me too

[@najwashananier7094]

@Angie B same i like cats :3

[@najwashananier7094]

@Angie B yea but you know there is jaxson galxay he takes care of cats with problems annnnnd the cats ARE INSANE the show is called "cats from hell"

[@najwashananier7094]

Angie B me too

[@aylap.2573]

This is a beautiful video on changing the mindset of a dog rather then surpressing it

[@Annalovesautumn]

Oh, these owners are so kind and emotionally invested. What sweeties.

[@LoriFahy]

What two beautiful people. I loved this. It was heart warming to see dog owners that really put the effort in, but sadly couldnt find the answer, instead of the normal irresponsible dog owners that are on here. i really enjoyed this episode.