Owner Finds Out Dog is SERIOUSLY ILL💔| Full Episode | It's Me or The Dog

Victoria helps apathetic pet owners stop their finger-pointing and start taking responsibility for their dangerously neurotic dog.
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[@marielle7505]

I really find it frustrating how these people cry about how much they love the dog, yet nobody wants to be bothered in actually meeting his needs. How is that love?

[@SPOOKS125]

They love the idea of having the dog, love that the dog is there. But when it comes to caring for the dog, they don’t care.

[@user-digitalfarmgirl]

TYPICAL MATERIALISM AND STATUS SEEKING BEHAVIOUR.

[@chainamarie03]

It hurt me seeing how stressed this dog was. I've got cats..,..the main reason being I don't have the energy to care for one. These ppl don't seem to understand how rewarding it is to have a dog. It shouldn't feel like drudgery to care for any animal you choose to become part of ur family.

[@user-digitalfarmgirl]

@@SPOOKS125 Just like people who love the idea of children, but don't want to put in half a lick of effort.

[@Pale_Empress]

if your children "wear you down" into getting an animal, it is YOUR responsibility to look out for the animal as well and hold your children accountable. If you know that your children won't care for the animal, and you are not ready to take on their responsibility... DONT GET AN ANIMAL?!?!?!

[@samwdavis]

This dog does NOT need psychoanalysis. It need standard balanced training that addresses the issues. As a balanced trainer, give me ONE HOUR with this dog away from the dysfunctional family, and then let me bring it back to them. They will be AMAZED by the transformation. Victoria is WAY overcomplicating the situation trying to cling to her positive-only training narrative. This is such overly-dramatic BS. It's a shame that this family didn't find a competent balanced trainer instead of Victoria. The dog could have been transformed IMMEDIATELY and SIMPLY!! IT'S VERY SIMPLE!!! This dog doesn't need to be shown more of what you want. it needs CLEAR communication of what you DON'T want and that there are consequences for bad behavior. This dog NEEDS LEADERSHIP, and needs to learn the power of the word NO. Can it possibly be more obvious???? And BTW... exercise and walking is a good thing, but it has NOTHING to do with behavior modification. That's a LIE!!! She's not coming is as a miracle worker? Let me have ONE HOUR with this dog!!! This is such highly produced TV DRAMA, it just makes me sick. This could be solved SO quickly and simply!!! The dog is NOT a leader, and it has no leader. It's THAT SIMPLE!! Provide some leadership.... problem solved, and you will have a transformed dog with a MUCH better relationship with your family. Victoria said that this is one of the most anxious dogs she has ever met. That's just evidence to her lack of experience. I have met MUCH MUCH MUCH more anxious dogs and completely cured them. How did this woman ever get a TV show? OH yeh, I remember now, she was a professional actress. Keep in mind that I write this as my two German Shepherds are laying down near me for about 5 hours without any exercise today while I can go to the bathroom or the kitchen without any concern that they break command, and when I allow them, they will run to me with affection. This positive-only narrative is total BS!!!!

[@karinapfel650]

A one-hour "fix" wouldn't last very long unless the family dynamic is also changed. You'd just be suppressing the dog's behaviour not changing his quality of life and his stressors.

[@anniesparno502]

Privileged children……they just don’t know the what they have in that dog….such a shame…

[@dvkaw7780]

@@samwdavisWith all due respect, it’s your narrative that a total BS. My dog, an English cocker spaniel, was trained by Victoria’s method, my cousin’s Golden retriever by a traditional trainer. Guess which dog is better behaved. Hint, it’s not the Golden retriever.

[@shanmclean2553]

⁠@@samwdavis As a person who has a dog that has emotional issues and has used 3 different trainers in the past, I can tell you that you are full of it. Sometimes the chemicals in the brain don’t work properly and he needed medication. Victoria may have a different way to train dogs doesn’t mean you’re more qualified than she is. It just means you have a different approach.

[@ramonavan9386]

That's the best example why you do not get a dog for a child if you as a parent aren't ready to take care of the dog

[@shawnalLovesJesus]

yep

[@Angelika5378]

Exactly the adults will always have to step in

[@animula6908]

Or ready to really make the kids care for it. Or ready to get it a new family for it otherwise.

[@imalwaysright]

Seeing a dog in that much distress was disturbing and sad. I’ve been binge-watching Victoria, and it was the illest dog I’ve seen. 5 years and he’s never been in an open field once!? That family failed him. It was cruel. So glad Victoria and the Dr could help him. Imagine this show didn’t exist. Rocky was an adorable ball of fluff when he was getting praise and rubs for doing the training 🥰🥰🥰

[@dietotaku]

i don't understand why these people who want indoor dogs get these huge working breeds. if you want a puppy to play with in your house that will be comfortable staying indoors (except for bathroom breaks), you need a SMALL dog with a chill temperament and low activity levels. or just get a cat lol.

[@m6666]

@dietotaku personally, these people DO NOT deserve to have any pets!

[@AnimalDreams86]

@@dietotaku Even small dogs with a chill temperament and low activity level, NEED and DESERVE to go out into the world.

[@ellimckiddy5799]

​@@AnimalDreams86exactly.

[@ellimckiddy5799]

Weaten terriers are one of the cutest breeds.❤

[@Suzie-he9ni]

The family arguing gave me anxiety. No wonder Rocky is hyper.

[@judywright4241]

You just know they didn’t even bother looking up a Wheaten TERRIER, they are high energy dogs. Your lifestyle needs to be a major focus. An elderly neighbor got a WESTIE, a very high energy terrier and they pointed to my Westie, ‘When will Archie calm down like her?!’ I had to explain my Westie is twelve years old then, and I got her when I was fifty and walked every day thru the neighborhood, she got socialized to dogs and people when I WAS YOUNGER. Dylan has slowed down whereas Archie is now a year old for a couple in their seventies! King Charles Spaniels or even a Shih Tsu would have been better choices for their age

[@rustyhowe3907]

@@judywright4241 I had to make the same decision when I got my current dog, she's just a pup by hyperactive enough and my busted up body isn't able to keep up with the more shepherd types that I'm used to. She's a mini poodle mix so retrieving is in her blood along with scenting games, she loves her walks but doesn't have that insane work drive the shepherds did. We get along great and people always compliment how well she behaves, pretty good for 1 year old pup.

[@debrathornton-allbee2975]

@judywright4241 I owned 4 King Charles Cavaliers 2 Tries and 2 Blems their a lot of work, constant brushing their slipper feet need trimmed between their toes or they get matted, beautiful dogs that need constant grooming daily.. Mine got 3 walks a day, took them potty before walks but always brought bags, I had harnesses to walk my dogs JMO you have more control of your dog or dogs, they love to lay in your lap, but for this family I Wouldn't Even Suggest A King Charles Cavalier Because Of The Maintenance That That These Dogs Require!!

[@FIZZGIG-RARF]

It's always so beautiful how Victoria literally saves the lives of these dogs. It baffles me how clueless and apathetic people can be to their pets!

[@MARVELJESUSAKADEADPOOL]

Never make a dog your problem

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

Victoria is a smart woman and also very likeable.

[@MARVELJESUSAKADEADPOOL]

@@rosedewittbukater4203 so true

[@cheyennerosemarie2949]

When I was a teen, I begged and begged my mom for a dog, she caved, she thought she'd end up taking care of it. That dog went everywhere with me and was MY baby. We went on walks everyday and I personally trained him for service work ❤. He's passed now, but he will always be my heart dog

[@eb5116]

good on you we need more young pet owners like you in the world ❤️ my pets are my world

[@j800r_aswell]

"He's like a child to me." If that's how she expects to treat a child then she shouldn't be a parent. They've ruined the poor thing. He deserves a much better home.

[@JayslilMelody]

As someone who owns a soft coated wheaten terrier, it's so sad seeing someone not meeting the dogs needs I don't care who's responsible for the dog if you or anyone else can't care for the dog you shouldn't have one

[@SR-iz2eq]

They were very trendy about 20 years ago. I had one too and he was wonderful but a lot of people bought them from puppy mills and didn’t care for them properly

[@moosedawg71]

💯 💯 💯

[@Gacha_Animal]

I currently have one right now she is turning 7 in two days and her name is Wilma! She is an absolute angel 😇

[@imalwaysright]

The audacity, vocal fry and all, to try fool Victoria that you actually walk home, get a bag, and go back and retrieve Rocky’s poop 🤯

[@m6666]

Yeah right!

[@samanthacassidy6377]

She's gonna be one of those people who accidentally treads in dog poo on the road someday

[@109367]

Lol i had a red nose pitbull some years ago that never pooped on walks so I just never brought a bag. One day he surprised me and popped a squat in a neighbor's flower bed halfway home lol I just sighed, finished the walk, grabbed a bag and had to go back for it xD

[@annetnedelec9453]

Arrghgh vocal fry... can't stand it!

[@oreonighthawk]

She should’ve just said “oops! I forgot to bring bags.” I mean with the chaos of a film crew that could be believable that you forgot. But that you regularly don’t bring bags and come back later? Either you never walk the dog so don’t know to bring bags, or you just leave your dog’s poop, either way, you’re lying.

[@AisforAwesomeAsh]

A family of 5 people can’t figure out the dogs schedule… mad! Absolutely mad! It’s frustrating watching this when I’m the sole care taker of my dog and manage to walk, play, go on potty breaks, do brain puzzles, cuddle, and train my terrier dog. I hope they figured this out for the long term. ❤❤

[@anne-vc7bg]

Well the SAHM and her live in boyfriend want to find an excuse to get rid of him, while the kids are busy with school and work and being youngsters, and grandma keeps hiding in her gran-cave. A dog isn't property: you can't treat it like a hoodie left on a couch, everyone except the girls not giving a F is unacceptable. If it were a baby instead of a dog, no one would go "well you wanted a kid, I ain't changing a diaper while you're at school or work so it can sit in it's own 💩 and starve".

[@bibianahumphreys7940]

Same!

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

I live alone with my dog and get up EVERY morning, even on Sundays, at 6 a.m. to go out with him, when I am unwashed and face swollen, even if I'm dead tired, my bones hurt or I'm ill. My mood is much better afterwards. My dog keeps me fit and is my health trainer. After all, I've made a commitment. And I love it.

[@beccam7249]

Right?! When o had my first dog at 26 I was also a shift worker and I managed to make it work on my own. If I was tired, from night shift I didn’t sleep till the dog was fed, played with, and had been to the bathroom. If I knew I would be working long hours I would schedule and pay someone to walk him and give him attention. If you can’t be home with your pets all the time that’s fine, but if you’re a busy person you need to pay someone to let your dog out. And if you can’t afford to do that and don’t have the time to do it yourself, then you shouldn’t own a dog.

[@dorothyconrad3923]

😊​@@anne-vc7bg

[@majesticmythicalsart7563]

I am stunned by the people who have dogs that have bitten multiple people and it always seems like they think it’s a joke! Your niece had to have plastic surgery bc of your dog bit her in the face , absolutely appalling

[@GG-kn2se]

None of these people thought that was a joke though? Dummy?

[@samg873]

We have a Chihuahua that's mean and old so we don't let her around people. This woman knew her dog was hyper but doesn't care

[@Zoetheluckygirl]

Omg I would have been so pissed if this happened to my kid.

[@kmsch986]

It’s wild how resistant and apathetic people are to walking their dogs, don’t they realize exercise is good for them and their dog? It’s not an inconvenience to get out and walk, dogs are the most enthusiastic personal trainer you’ll ever have and you can do it without and appointment and for free.

[@avenger8399]

Regular exercise can work wonders. I bought a 10 month old Standard Dachshund that hadn`t had enough exercise and was a quivering wreck.Would have bitten me given half the chance.Months later after regular exercise she was a perfectly happy well adjusted dog. I lost her at 12 years old. RIP Gemma.Still much missed.

[@takumi2023]

it's an inconvenience if you live in a bad neighborhood :(

[@prettypleasewithsugarontop4858]

I just lost my dog she was 16 and I miss walking her so much

[@RainbowFlowerCrow]

​@@avenger8399Aw gosh.. RIP, Gemma.. That's a nice name for a dog❤ I'm sure that Gemma knew how much you loved her, and appreciated you for giving her a good life❤🌈🐕💖

[@RainbowFlowerCrow]

​@@prettypleasewithsugarontop4858💔🌹 RIP to your dog🌈 If there's a heaven, I know that our dogs are laying in the best patches of sun together, and talking about how their humans gave them skritchies and love every day💜

[@rawexplorer8373]

Victoria has a strong nerve. I would have probably taken the dog away. The reason why the dog is in such a bad way is 100% them. 30% due to getting him from a pet store (puppy mill) and 70% by their neglect. On the other hand, the way they changed surprised me. I didnt think these people will ever change. Wishing Rocky the best!

[@jlynn1001]

“You have to make him a priority because its stressing me out”….that says a lot. Its all about “me” not whats best for Rocky

[@bethanybergeson4192]

I was thinking the exact same thing. About 95% of the people that come on this show are narcissists.

[@takumi2023]

@@bethanybergeson4192 really i didn't notice that. maybe i've not seen too much, but i feel like the people in the videos are just not that knowledge about dogs in general.

[@Libbathegreat]

@@bethanybergeson4192 Yep, a vulnerable narcissist. The worst kind. Hardest to spot and the most deeply manipulative. Feel sorry for her daughters, been there done that.

[@rainysunflower384]

Seeing Rocky running around in the field and looking so happy literally brought tears to my eyes. I am so glad Victoria was able to help this pup and connect the family with the Behavioral Vet.

[@valerieellison2483]

I love how she gave them a definitive amount of time for his exercise needs. People don't realize that pets need more than 15 minutes a day to get their energy out.

[@robbert1210]

5 people in that household. They have the absolute luxury of dividing up the tasks. Here I am, walking my Labrador twice a day on top of doing some retrieving and playing, plus, taking my dog absolutely everywhere I go to let her see as much of the world as possible. Even right now while I have got the flu, I still go for a walk with her out in the fields. I do this every single day because that's what dogs need. How can people be so dense to get a dog and expect it to just sit there all day? Do people not place themselves in the paws of their pets? An entire family at that... It should be a piece of cake with that many people. I have to give Victoria credit, she is 100% spot on with everything she says, I've learned so much from her since I had my very first puppy 3 years ago, now a fine beautiful labrador. People are always amazed at how well behaved she is, and that's mainly because of Victoria's tips.

[@francesmatisse9859]

i'm happy people like you exist

[@materialcupcakke69]

Slay queen 👑

[@siobhancosgrove2416]

The mother blaming everyone else for their laziness and not taking responsibility as an adult for the dog is so appalling

[@izagoaszczyk5552]

She didin't want the dog. The girls wanted. So it's their responsibility.

[@grettagrids]

​@@izagoaszczyk5552 that's for sure.. the novelty of owning the dog wore off.

[@tylerpistachio6927]

@@izagoaszczyk5552not when theyre kids

[@beccam7249]

I mean, she’s the one who bought the dog for her kids so it’s also her responsibility too? If she didn’t want a dog then don’t get a dog.

[@noras.5355]

Whoa, this video had ME anxious just watching the family argue! Victoria did an amazing job pulling the family together! Yea Rocky!

[@GpeanutDoggo]

God dude. I hate it. The mom reminds me so much of my mom and it freaks me out..

[@hollywilson5695]

Awesome that Victoria addressed cell phone distraction! It was bothering me too. Gee whiz…

[@NikkieRoxxx]

HALLELUJA!!!

[@sarahsteel8237]

You can tell when she says “it makes me think that you’re not interested?” that he was very close to replying “well I’m not interested”

[@stancexpunks]

Exactly. And men can’t multi task so it’s especially bad for the father to be on his phone

[@Gilded_Wolf]

Victoria inspires me to try dog training at my job. I work at a doggy daycare kind of place. But I am working my way up to try dog training. I have Autism and ADHD but working with dogs are my passion and they keep me focused. Dog training is going to be a big step for me but I think I can do it if I tried. Edit// Thank you so much everyone for the wonderful and encouraging replies!! 💕

[@mochikitten745]

you absolutely can! i'm p sure i have adhd (diagnosis is unattainable for me) and i adore dogs. i would love to try dog training! you got this!!!!!!

[@Gilded_Wolf]

@@mochikitten745 thank you so much!! It brings my hopes up a lot! I can't wait for the day I start doing it!!

[@imalwaysright]

Hoping the best for you! 🤗🤗🤗

[@dinosaurwoman]

Fantastic idea. I think you may find that your autism is an asset to training dogs. I worked with a kid with horses who had ADHD and autism, and he was amazing at it. He seemed to really like the order of how we groom and tack up horses and the mechanics behind riding. He was one of the best riders because of it. So I encourage you to seek it out! Have fun!

[@Gilded_Wolf]

@@dinosaurwoman what an amazing kid! Thanks for sharing.

[@sajverse]

I really want to learn some of Victoria's behavioural characteristics. Just how firm and authoritative she is amazes me every time. Putting everyone in their places and getting them back to their senses.

[@lenasamzelius5530]

What a pleasure to hear Victoria tell Frank off. Thank you Warrior Princess of the Dogs!

[@moosedawg71]

IKR?! When I saw him on his phone, I said essentially the same thing, he couldn't give a crap about the dog or what they're trying to do for him - SO glad she called him out on it!

[@jameskirk24]

Victoria: Am too old and too cynical Me: absolutely 100% right without shadow of doubt

[@Sam-mh4mc]

I absolutely love how she taught them responsibility by taking to a puppy shelter. They are not just balls of fluff. You have to be responsible for it.

[@Sam-mh4mc]

When they clapped and he looked back at them happily, I started getting teary coz that's all he wanted. Love and attention from them.

[@vintagepanj]

Even Victoria knows Grandma is the safe one! Gives her the schedule and says "don't let anyone rub it out" 😅

[@andapandacongufanda]

I’m shocked how this family speaks to each other like the dysfunctional behaviors start there the dog never had a chance

[@dinosaurwoman]

It amazes me how Victoria becomes a family/couples counselor over a dog trainer in situations like this. The dog seems to be the recipient of the family/couple's internal problems, and they don't seem to realize their stress and fighting is making the issues worse with their dogs.

[@Diddldance]

100% Rocky has become their scapegoat, it's sad.

[@Everlien7184]

Rocky clearly finds his safe place near grandma

[@chloehan7597]

Total negligence!!! I feel so bad for Rocky. You don’t need a vet to tell u what is wrong with the dog. Rocky is so so stress till he keep doing the circling thing. This family really shouldn’t keep any pets… How can a dog relax in a family that always argue in front of him poor Rocky probably feel that he is a burden to the family. Oh wow! The mum I can’t believe her nails is actually more important to her than Rocky her very sick dog. The daughters is afraid of dog poop??? I doubt they have shower Rocky before 😤

[@c.c2118]

" I dont bring a bag with me but I do pick it up". Pick it up with what your bare hands. 🤦‍♀️

[@that_one_equestrian739]

Honestly, it’s not that hard to bring bags with you, I’m going to agree with your solution 🤣✋

[@sluttymctits4496]

The fact that she returned with a plastic shopping bag and not a dog poo bag shows they never pick up after Rocky and likely don't even OWN poo bags.

[@eyrunsigrunardottir6977]

I really hope Rocky is living his best life, Victoria was amazing and the family came around. What a beautiful dog.

[@Sam-mh4mc]

Poor baby. He just wanted to run. I have seen many dogs shut down but this one is still happy and jumpy, they should use that chance to get him the help he needs !

[@jeno264]

I would love to see how Rocky went a year or two after Victoria helped the family 💖

[@teamcougars]

When you see a dog spinning like that, it’s your dog telling you they are bored and horribly anxious 😢😢 dogs in the terrier line of dogs are very high energy 😢😮

[@ngatcombe]

My OCD dog is also obsessed with cars. I work almost exclusively with anxious and OCD dogs as a trainer. It is a struggle so many owners are ill prepared for

[@iamjustsaying4787]

It’s more important to retrain those daughters. Apparently this woman raised them the same way she has raised the dog.

[@fruitpunch-mouth]

the blame game. take the dog out. ask every three hours who walked the dog. if no one responds. THEN YOU GO AND WALK THE DOG. the dog will feel better and you will feel better too. guess what, going outside and walking around even for thirty minutes at a time for about an hour per day, is actually beneficial to people emotional health too.

[@laurenschenck5355]

The whole family needs to get off their butts take responsibility for the dog so he can get lots of exercise and plus some medicine too ❤

[@elaineb4490]

Finally, Lauren, a comment I can wholeheartedly agree with! Butts is a very American word. Us English, especially ones that are angry like I am with this appalling family, is get off their arses and bloody do the right thing or give the poor, unfortunate and bored stiff dog to someone who gives a damn. Bloody people that get dogs who have zero idea of how to even care for animals. Should NEVER be allowed.

[@judywright4241]

👍🏻💯

[@helengodber3178]

How can the Mum start crying and saying he "feels like a child to me" yet not take any responsibility for him. As an adult when you agree to having any kind of pet, you have to accept responsibility for it, end of story !

[@illusionofquality979]

I think that she took some responsibility, since you can see how the dog reacts to her. When seeking comfort, Rocky stays close to grandmother or the mother, not the kids or the boyfriend. She was definitely against walking Rocky, but she was the one taking him to the vet, giving food and medication, playing with him (you could really see it during the play part) and it seems like she called Victoria, not the kids. If she had to deal with this for five years, she could have been as stressed out about it as the dog, so no wonder she would be very naggy. Given how Rocky pulls and the dog belongs to the whole family, not just the mother, it's unfair when the rest of the family doesn't want to walk him. Rocky isn't a toy after all. A lot of balls were dropped around the dog, but I'm glad that they decided to seek professional help and put in the work.

[@maralfniqle5092]

Those two princesses should work in an animal shelter for a whole month!

[@kerrybogdanski1027]

You only have to look at the dogs coat to see how neglected he is, it's pelted solid, they can't even be arsed to brush him or het him groomed regularly, so important for these coated breeds! I see owners with dogs they spoil, I had a 6 month old puppy once, who was so bad, I almost sent him home 6 times. Worked out quickly it was the owners, sent them to a trainer, but they only did the puppy classes (at 6 months, not 14 weeks), shame. Because he is a clever clever dog, he is almost perfect for me to groom now a few years down the line, but is very stressed on arrival, fine once the owners have gone. Some things they used to do to him, still cause him issues 6 years down the line, for example, they used to spray him with water to punish, so imagine, shower pointing at him, then the dryer, make him aggressive at times still and no way would I try to spray him with something. It's sad people never understand what a fall they are setting their dogs up for. Groomed breeds have a lifetime of daily brushing, 3, 6 or 8 week grooms, I wish trainers like Victoria with her platform would address the state of the dogs general neglected state, that dog can't even see and the matting will be pulling at his skin every time he moves.

[@IFChi1904]

Exactly, the dog looks neglected. I cannot believe they took it "many times" to the vet to address its behavior.

[@merteazy]

I wish they would address grooming issues in the show. from the coat and skin to the long nails. some dogs are going to be more relaxed when they are no longer dirty and tangled and overgrown.

[@dinosaurwoman]

Concerning cleaning up after the puppies: Did their mom never teach them how to clean? How to use a mop? No wonder those girls believe they have no responsibilities.

[@durabelle]

To be fair that's a slightly unusual type of a mop. I used to be a cleaner in a company that cleaned with the customers' own mops, hoovers etc. and I only saw a couple of those folding ones in the ~100 houses I cleaned over the years. (But at the same time: no, probably not. It didn't really seem like they knew much about cleaning in general.)

[@stillcoolnana]

This is what happens when you go to a pet store and buy a puppy mill dog. Multiple health and behavioral problems. When will people learn?!?🥺

[@ShermanCassidy]

It has less to do with being a puppymill dog and more to do with lack of training and addressing when he was anxious. The dog was compulsive. He has high energy he needs to play and walk. They dont walk him, he looks like he’s never been groomed and the poor dog cant relax because he’s afraid.

[@tanyabrown9839]

Just Wow at that daughter not even knowing how to wash a floor (not knowing that a mop needs to be squeezed out).. obviously those kids help their mother with very little at home. I hope their mum is now giving them household tasks while she's out walking the dog they insisted they get.

[@alessandrocoppede3066]

I'm gonna use "I'm too old and too cynical to believe stories like this" when I become a doctor 😂😂

[@Amanda-uc5jq]

I could tell as soon as the mum had that first good walk she would be out with him all the time 🥰. It’s a shame they didn’t get help earlier but at least they got some in the end.

[@Diddldance]

And if just to get away from her family! :)

[@pratikshetty452]

Mother was busy with blame game & crying even till the end 😂

[@melanieroczinski8741]

This episode made me so mad and sad!! I know you always try your best, i have a hard time understanding how you and the doctor could even bare to leave this poor dude in this family. I will never understand what people get a dog for if they have not the least understanding about what this animals needs are. To me it is clear that the nice conclusion of the episode will not go on for long. I felt like these people don´t even have empathy for their dog. He would clearly be way better off elsewhere.

[@judywright4241]

It’s the same reason WAY too many families do, cute puppies. They get it out of the dog’s looks rather than it’s needs. They should NOT have gone to a pet store, and walking properly as a Puppy, makes it a happier more fulfilled dog. They let this dog on so many levels.

[@JbunnyC]

People want a "cute" puppy but do not research the needs of the dog. Pathetic!

[@Jo-AnneDiaz]

Kudos to you Victoria. You have so much patience with these apathetic people, all blaming each other. I would be tearing my hair out!

[@piaogilvie8463]

Each video by Victoria Stilwell has so very many important messages to both people who already have a dog, but certainly also to people who want a dog. Poor, poor Rocky who suffered for so Long. And his fellow sufferers who aren't so lucky as to have Victoria Stilwell changing things.

[@OrriG]

Frank was on his phone the whole time before Victoria said anything.

[@sanscestmultishipper8614]

This one almost set off my fight or flight reaction when the family started to yell

[@vitalucas9452]

That dog only needs to go to another home. Lots of activities and training. One on one. Lots of active people could be matched with him.

[@ensabahnur7657]

They shouldn't be allowed to have Animals PERIOD!😠

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

I agree

[@Purplesquigglystripe]

Even an “easy” dog would be way too much for them

[@MarliesKrumböhmer]

So sehe ich das auch. Sie streiten sich darum, wer sich um den Hund kümmern MUSS. Niemand aus der Familie liebt diesen armen Hund. Ich hoffe sie geben das Tier an bessere Menschen ab.

[@littleblackcar]

"Sometimes he hurts me". Yes, lady--that's what happens when you don't train or exercise a dog enough--you get a dog that you can't manage. If you had done what you should have done all along, you wouldn't be here.

[@sodapopjones260]

Why get one if itll bite you for not spending time on it? Most people have better things to do

[@donnajohnson9324]

I think Victoria is the best because of her passion and understanding ❤

[@agnieszkajasiczek7401]

Correcting dog's behaviour is actually a therapy of the whole family.

[@alexhika]

Holy crap, I grew up reading Dr Dodman's books 😳 I can't believe I have never seen this episode, it's like my favourite crossover 😂❤

[@karenlloyd1705]

Those girls have no respect for their mother. I have 4 sons & not one of them would have spoken to me the way these girls speak to their mum. If there is one thing to take away from this episode its - don't give into your kids begging for a dog! My boys begged for a dog, we looked after my neighbours dog for 2 weeks whilst they were on holiday. The boys had to take care of her - feed, clean up after her, take her for walks no matter what the weather was like. They never asked for a dog again

[@Julaeable]

„We love Rocky“ - DO YOU?! Holy smokes🤬

[@janetdobie9722]

Love is a verb ...an action word... This is so sad This poor dog

[@workliferecognition7002]

When a dog is in the picture, everybody is responsible to help caring for the dog

[@disabledbabe]

No, the one who wanted or insisted on getting the dog is responsible. I broke up with someone for this. I didn't have the heart and time to do it and I said it several times but they went ahead and got it and expected me to help take care of it.

[@samg873]

​@@disabledbabe don't have the heart? I hope you never have kids either cause a dog is just like a baby that never grows up cause they can never tell us what they need just like a baby can't

[@SuperDeathlyhallows]

I'm always astounded by the fact that people are so ignorant about the level of commitment a dog needs to be well adjusted and healthy. I'm not a dog owner, but even I know it requires a lot of work. I really feel sorry for that poor dog... 😢

[@angelinacamacho8575]

dont get pets unless YOU are able to care for them. dont get a pet on the whim that the other family members in the house will care for it. its great if they do but dont expect it.

[@brunodacruz5402]

You took the words right out of my mouth. It's as simple as that.

[@shazzqsong]

100% and every member of the household is responsible.

[@deborahsmith8925]

I have added a second dog to my home. Titan is a sixteen month old Pit mix intact male. He is socialized with people and animals. If he has no interaction then he would act out by jumping up; being leash reactive turning into a tug of war battle. It made me anxious to walk him when other dog walkers are outside. I try so hard to find a solution. A spay bottle, a muzzle and I considered buying a shock collar to break him out of it. One day I walked him on a new and longer route; allowing him to sniff unhurriedly. We made it all the way home and he earned a treat and lots of praise. I also learned to wait until he settled down before putting his harness on. I have to maintain confidence and take the lead; instead of letting him control the situation. I was amazed because I pray for a better interaction between us.

[@ashleyquam]

Awe this poor baby. He’s so anxious and scared of everything 😢

[@laurenschenck5355]

You tell him Victoria and love ur touch talk with owners give them all a wake up call help them realize it is serious ❤

[@danielledewitt1]

What do you mean touch talk?

[@m6666]

@@danielledewitt1 I think she means tough.

[@danielledewitt1]

@@m6666 Then why didn’t she just type tough.

[@m6666]

@@danielledewitt1?who knows?

[@SkylightsShinebrine]

I begged my mum for a dog, finally got a rescue she was 3 i was 16, she'd been abused by others 😢 i had 8 amazing years with her, she was incredible, loyal & loving retriever, lab, corgi legs mix. I took her everywhere with me, on long hikes & nature walks. I miss her ❤ you show a dog love by meeting all their needs. They failed him hugely. Thank god for victoria.

[@JewelsShaman]

Our Pets only "act out" or behave 'badly' because they are trying to tell us that something is wrong ~ unhappy with their home environment, or their health. Hoomans, please Listen to them and Correct what you have created 💚

[@Alice77550]

These shows are great for showing people just how much work goes into having a dog.

[@leafrazer8440]

The dog picks up all of the stress in the family. I am wondering how everything worked out with the schedule. Such a beautiful bread!

[@laurenschenck5355]

That poor dog so sad and heartbreaking 💔 😢

[@heyfreakazoid8175]

I’m so confused on how the mom doesnt work, but also doesnt walk the dog?? And she complains about her daughters having to walk the dog, while one works AND goes to school??? Like its a family dog they all have to take care of him??? What the hell does the boyfriend even do for the dog??

[@donnajohnson9324]

In Australia, if a dog bits one person they get put down and now a new law has come in the owner goes to jail no question asked because the owner is not doing the right thing by your dog

[@laurenschenck5355]

Rocky is so adorable ❤

[@alexandraweger45]

and the father is on the phone while the dog is so distressed; no words for it. This family broke this dog.

[@shawnalLovesJesus]

That dog needs a harness, not a collar. That is a lovely dog in need of love and care.

[@DutchIsraeli]

Those girls are selfish princesses. Their mother is crying over the dog, they don't shed a tear. As long as they can do whatever they want, they don't care that the dog is suffering. That poor animal. I just want to shake them! 😢

[@Coastpsych_fi99]

The mother needs to set boundaries and really needs to give the dog to a better home. You should never accept a dog or living being you don’t truly want.

[@that_one_equestrian739]

This is so true!

[@hongkonger2661]

I love this video a lot because the adopted corgi with me behaves similarly, spinning when visitors come and even when she’s pooping, snips and bites everyone leaving the home or even elevator. 😊

[@readingroomcafeproject]

When I got my hound he was 10 months old and we are his 5th home. Everyone had said he was too much work. So I walked him for hours a day, but it made a huge difference. He's a sweet old boy now, who can only do a couple of little walks a day, but he still goes out twice a day, he's a dog, they need to go out.

[@jennifers8843]

She loves him so much but won’t just walk the dog!!

[@rand0mn33ss]

This dog is a mess hygiene-wise, too. He looks like he hasn't been washed or groomed in years.

[@Leanne-of6fb]

I got my first dog at age 6 and my parents told me that I had to feed him and walk him. I followed through and I was 6 years old. Those girls wanted the dog and they should at least spend time with the dog because raising a dog is like raising a child.

[@savitham1560]

Yeah.. Why Dad was checking phone..?? I thought he may be taking pics or making video of his dog initially.. Glad to see girls are learning to pick up poop n got de-sensitized regd that part of care. Girls dont make ur Parents work soo much for ur desire. Its painful they pay bills of food, vet n everything n u guys dont show the respect n chip in work as much as needed. Mom did her work for years.. Hope she gets the rest n happiness n peace she deserves.

[@bridgetb6582]

get the poor thing a good groom...

[@vitalucas9452]

They should do that too. Wouldn't be fair to send a dog with a bite history like that to a groomer.

[@bridgetb6582]

​@vitalucas9452 tbh I was thinking of a groom under full sedation at a vet.... I don't think even the family could groom this dog with any success, and he NEEDS a shave down

[@vitalucas9452]

@@bridgetb6582 A real pity.

[@pennydoyle5905]

Make me so angry, that they sit and cry when they did this to this lovely dog shame on all of them

[@cg9616]

Well done Victoria for saving this gorgeous boy and the family for finally stepping up

[@TM2U-1]

Can somebody please give Rocky a brush out and a bath?

[@mimimosa259]

I’m appalled by so much. Initially I thought the mom cared a lot about Rocky saying he’s actuslly a good dog and she doesn’t want to give up on him but come time to put in real effort, she was reluctant to even walk him or try to walk him. Dogs don’t care about your tears or what you say you’re going to do. They care about action.

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

Great that Victoria could help the family!

[@RainbowFlowerCrow]

39:07 Rocky excited for his 2 o'clock walk☺️💜🐕

[@reesesduckk]

jeez, I never understand how family dogs arent taken care of when a family decides to get a FAMILY DOG. i have my own chihuahua, she's apart of the family, but she's my dog and I'm responsible for her, my family helps out and she gets all the attention and care she needs, especially if Im not home. but, if a family decides to get a dog as a whole, rather than just one person wanting the dog, you ALL have to out in the work regardless. a dog is your family, you brought them in and its your responsibility to keep them happy and safe just like you would with any other family.

[@calebryan6467]

These shows always makes me semi-sad because I have a dog, well its a family dog he is a small dog that is very high energy and needs a lot of exercise and when he doesn't he obviously acts out. I work 12-13 hour shifts sometimes 7 days a week so it is hard for me sometimes but I am the only one that does any training with him or anything like that. It is often a pain to walk him because he doesn't know how to walk on a leash properly, and I feel bad when he chokes himself, every time I buy a harness for him or anything like that to train him no one else uses it because they claim its to much work to put the harness on. He is also a very nervous dog and gets worked up pretty easily and I have tried ways to help him with that but no one else in my household seems to keep doing it so it gets lost quickly. This is very frustrating to me, and makes me upset. Every "trick" that he has learned is because of me and every bad behavior I try to train out never sticks because no one else does it but me. I don't want to get rid of him,, and I don't have that power to get rid of him because my mom bought him but if I did I think I would get rid of him in order for him to find someone that can give him the proper stuff for his high-energy even though it would make me very upset.

[@lindziep6319]

My nephews dog is also like this before but when i got there they become much better coz i always walk them in the morning at the park then also in the afternoon and the result the old male dog become lively and smiling again then the female dog who bites and aggressive to people become much lighter and she is less aggressive day by day and talking to them makes them listen more 😊 and my nephews learn to walk them and take care of them since then 😊 sometimes families who wants pets also need to be teach how to handle them well and be responsible that its like having a kid not just an animal.

[@Cobalt-Case]

Okay, my aussie is a notorious puller. She's like a freight train. I've tried everything. Reversing direction is an incredibly fun herding game. The best I've managed is slowly breaking down her desire to pull EVERY walk. That means stopping every step for the entire first half. If another dog barks, forget it, she goes nuts. I've carried her past while she panicked. When we get to the second half, it's great, but I'd really like to enjoy the whole walk. She's smart, just excitable, fast, strong, a little neurotic and has trouble focusing if there's a lot going on. I adore her, and I wanna do everything I can to help her

[@LibbyZae543]

Parents like this drive me nuts. I'm a mom myself and I get it, it's irritating when your kids beg you for something and swear up and down they'll take care of it, and they don't. I get it, that's exhausting. But YOU are the parent, YOU are the adult, YOU technically were the one who brought another living thing into your house. If your kids aren't doing what they're supposed to with the dog, YOU DO IT!!! Period.

[@izagoaszczyk5552]

So you teach your children to have wishes and expectations and they are free of any responsibilities. Yes, the mother is to decide, so she should decide that because the girls don't do what they should do and promised to do, Rocky is going to a shelter.