Puppy training - My puppy's first day home! - Professional dog training

[@zakgeorge]

Congratulations Emily! He’s going to do great things no doubt! We all look forward to learning lots!😀😀😀

[@kikopup]

I am so sincerely sorry for the loss of your beloved dog.

[@zakgeorge]

@@kikopup Thank you Emily. I know you understand the love of a dog well. They forever change us for the better. Thank you for helping to make the world a better place😀😀

[@kikopup]

​@@zakgeorge You too! Thank you for making it so that when people all over the world google "dog training" they find out about positive reinforcement training! Its a pretty fucking amazing thing you did! Be proud of it. It took an insane amount of work strength and commitment for well over a decade that I dont think any person could compete with.

[@zakgeorge]

@@kikopup That’s nice of you to say. You and I still have much work to do to help the next generation of dog guardians! There are few people who do what we do (KZbin dog trainers) and your perspective is one that is indispensable to the public and to other dog professionals. Hopefully even more progress is made in the next chapters!

[@stefmakes]

This is like the most wholesome comment thread 😭 I've followed both of y'alls channels since around 2009 and learned so many good things over the years. It's been fun to watch you, as trainers and KZbinrs, and your dogs grow & change over time... and so sad to hear about your losses. Thanks for all the amazing, helpful information you put out into the world 💕

[@crosita1]

Wow, congrats! He is adorable. You got a big shoutout from Zak George the other day and I was so pleased to see him recommend you in particular to his viewers.

[@kikopup]

That is pretty awesome I will go check it out. We all train differently, every single one of us trainers. The mentors I have I disagree with them on so many things. I have my own particular way of training based on my education and life experiences and unique dogs I have had the pleasure of learning from. Its so easy for trainers to tear down other trainers, its much harder to build each other up, help each other and support the things that you like about another trainers work. Its very honorable :) I am so grateful for Zak George, because there was a time youtube was just compulsion and shock collar trainers, I tried hard to make videos so that people would find out about positive reinforcement, but the mean negativity and personal attacks finally got to me, my videos were an invitation for people to tear me apart, my training, my appearance... everything, being gay... and finally it was too much and I quit youtube for quite a few years... I was so grateful that Zak took the blows and kept going, he wouldnt let the negativity and spiteful comments stop him. There are very very very few people who are strong enough to do that.

[@crosita1]

@@kikopup I so appreciate when trainers can be kind and supportive of other trainers. There's a lot of nastiness and fragile egos in this business, and very high emotional and identity investment in our treatment of our animals, and anything we can do to support one another and help one another feel safe to try to improve and grow and help our animals be happy and healthy is helps the industry, the humans, and the animals. I am always so disappointed in people who understand the power of positive reinforcement and choose to try to hurt and harm other trainers. Thanks Emily for not tolerating that.

[@zakgeorge]

@@kikopup oh wow… I had no idea😣. But I’m not surprised. Just remember that you are ahead of your time. Everyone in our industry freely admits that! It sucks that it has to be harder for you just for being authenticity you, and it’s wrong. AND YET you overcome. This would actually be a great video topic if you ever feel like sharing your experiences. I, for one, would find tremendous value in understanding your perspective. Awareness is where it all starts. No pressure though! Totally understand if you want to keep it dog training!

[@helensimonsen7200]

Bravo Emily for continuing. You are a breath of fresh air on an Internet full of aversive techniques and I think, male dominated training. I have learnt so much from your videos and my dog's have benefitted imensely from your kindness and experience. Really appreciate your commitment and tenacity. 🙏❤️🐾

[@TeslaNick2]

He's utterly charming. He seems like a happy, self assured and laid back little dude. I can't wait to get to know him better.

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

It's so great for the puppy's transition to his new home when you have other dogs to help out.

[@NoMetaWorldPeace]

Any dog that finds their way to your home is so lucky and guaranteed to have a great life! So happy for you guys!

[@lummoxed]

epic looks so happy to have another smol friend

[@gab7344]

Gorgeous puppy Emily! So happy for you and hope your pet family have many many years of joy together. Emily not only are you a wonderful trainer but also you are the perfect example of what a pet owner should be. The new pup is blessed to have a owner like you. Look forward to watching your new addition to the family grow up.

[@kikopup]

Awe thanks!

[@uwt4bren]

Pure joy, watching those pups playing together outside. Good to see you back, and so very happy for you and the new addition to the family.

[@pudgeypigeon]

I could just die from the cuteness just from looking at him! Looking forward to your videos!

[@wallsofgab]

I'm so glad you have another baby in your life

[@DG-ri1lp]

So glad you found another little puppy. All the best with this darling one.God bless💗

[@Anisky123]

He’s so adorable and smushy. Mazal Tov!!

[@marsack7]

Congratulations! We just got a puppy and this is the best thing we have done since we got our last pup. They add joy to your life along with a few sleepless nights. I would have 4 more except that vet expenses are too high for us retirees.

[@kellis8000]

I am very happy for you! Thanks for all you do for all the dogs in the world!

[@goymedhundDogtrainingBehavior]

CONGRATULATIONS !! What a cute little guy

[@marietheresreinke2828]

Perfect combination: helpful tips plus cutest puppy 🥰

[@doubledragon1978]

Thank you so much for this video. We are picking up our puppy in 4 hours to take them home. I have watched so many videos but this one just clicked with me and I feel much better prepared mentally.

[@andreathompson4897]

beautiful puppy and I love the way you closed the video with them playing! I’m new to your channel but wanted to thank you for all the excellent content. I have an 11 month old mini Aussie and is is fantastic; but, sometimes a bit of a handful. I’ve been watching and utilizing your videos on calming, settle, and the relax on mat. It’s really working. 😀 I also loved the content about calming when they want to get somewhere exciting or go after a toy, etc. I am working on that for going to the park and even just putting the leash on. Really a lot of fun practicing the games and watching him get better. We’ve got a ways to go; but thank you again! 🥰

[@Anisky123]

Emily is the best! She’s the only trainer I follow because she’s so calm and her dogs are the most brilliant I’ve ever seen.

[@aquamarine9568]

So adorable. Congratulations!

[@olliemolly6411]

I am so happy for you Emily 🤍

[@milcotto4153]

He seems to be happy to play with any of the other dogs, and he looks like a confident and happy go lucky lttle guy. Very cute too :-)

[@joannaycwang2706]

Love the little cutie 🥰 thanks for sharing the first days with a new puppy.

[@kikopup]

Awe thanks for commenting when I know you are so busy right now! :)

[@KMBonner]

Congratulation on the little guy! He's precious! Thanks for sharing his training.

[@greyphilosopher8638]

I have been watching a lot of puppy training videos as of late to try and gain more confidence; me and my boyfriend have recently adopted a border collie pup named Luna. While things have not gone poorly, I feel that I'm a sub-par dog owner. (I have never owned a puppy before, so this is a first for me) It feels both comforting and disheartening to learn how to look after her better, I make a lot of mistakes and I get frustrated quicker than I'd like to admit. But videos like these give me hope that I can be better and improve. Thank you for your content 💗

[@altwilzu5149]

gorgious little puppy!

[@kikopup]

Thanks!

[@Berry_N]

What a fun fluff-ball, congrats! So good to see you again ❤

[@cindyd310]

Yay! Congratulations!

[@justmamathings]

That’s literally my dream dog, a red merle male border collie 😱 love your videos! Very easy to understand and clear to the point!

[@kikopup]

You know what, you only live once. :) No, Im not going to call him YOLO haha

[@organicintelligence3137]

Awww I’m so happy for you! He’s adorable 🥰 congratulations 🎉🐾🐾❤️🐾🐾

[@angiew722]

Congratulations!

[@tracyehrenberg6074]

such good advice, and so darn adorable

[@carolinehowitt588]

Such a great video Emily!

[@sophiemcgarity5458]

I love Halo's play spins. Thanks for another informative video. Can't cover the basics too many times.

[@kikopup]

Thanks!

[@littlesparkkitten]

Such awesome timing! My puppy is 8 weeks and comes home the day after tomorrow. Can't wait to see your training from a puppy up

[@thatcrazyjack]

Congratulations!!! Emily, I am so excited to see the puppy videos. I have always had rescue dogs and in the new year I am hoping to get my very first puppy. I would love to see house training and everything else puppy related. I love the way you are with your dogs so respectful of them and so patient. I'm really excited to start training my new puppy the way you do. I have used your methods on my rescue dogs and it's amazing. Thank you for all you do.

[@tulsisevadasi]

Aw what a lovely puppy x

[@kassiavaleriapereira4344]

Oh he is gorgeous 😍

[@zapp442]

OMG what a sweet boy. Hopefully we get a Golden next year.

[@Peekboo1973]

Love the footage of the playing session with Halo. And congrats with the little one. (Who looks pretty big for an 8 week old 😮)

[@kikopup]

yeah he was 13 pounds at the vet!

[@karenprice3886]

If there was a love button I'd be hitting it.

[@vthib]

I'd love to hear you discuss the no grabbing toys in other dog's mouth rule/concept. Do your dogs ever play tug of war together?

[@latosa18]

I second this!

[@kikopup]

I used to just let dogs play tug whenever they wanted to play, but two problems happened - 1 it could hurt Tugs neck if the bigger dog pulled too hard and 2- they shake the long toys and hit eachother or themselves in the eye, After an er visit with wish after she hit herself in the eye, I dont leave otu long toys, they live in a drawer and when they come out dogs can play tug with them, then after they are done they go away.

[@maikibordercollie]

Super cute. I'm so happy for you. He's going to be a big boy. I think Maiki was only half that size when I got her at 8½ weeks.

[@kikopup]

yeah he was 13 pounds at the vet!

[@begrant]

Absolutely adorable! I don’t know how you do it, but your puppies always seem oh so chill unlike the land shark we had. You mentioned that he was very social with people and dogs. Would _love_ to hear much more about this and training around this as our 1 y/o is friendly to a fault (new social engagement is top of his reinforcement pyramid), meaning no recall around social interactions and he very easily gets over excited. I hope we can learn from you in this aspect.

[@kikopup]

Yeah you can use greeting people as a reinforcer, let the dog say hi, then call away for a treat or toy, then let say hi, do this many times, to the point where the dog doesnt want to stay hi anymore, keep going and turn "go say hi" into a cue.

[@begrant]

@@kikopup amazing! I shall do this. Would you do the same for dogs as well?

[@terryenby2304]

What a big fluffy cutie!!! Awww 😍 I was expecting a tiny puppy, but he is so tall already! (For context i have a 3.7kg/7lb Havanese so she makes everyone look big lol!). As usual, this is all excellent advice! And I am so grateful for you sharing it with us. I think Chiron or Apollo suits him! But I can’t wait to find out what you call him :)

[@kikopup]

Yeah hes a big boy. When I picked him up I said out loud "big and healthy! Just what I wanted!"

[@Yeewen88]

Mine is just a . under that and an adult bout 2 year 4months

[@BaronVonBielski]

He looks just like my dog dash as a puppy, he’s a male red Merle border collie, he was much smaller as an 8 week old puppy only 3 pound I think. He’s huge now :)

[@kikopup]

Hehe. yeah, this pup is 13 pounds but it doesnt necessarily mean he will be a super big border collie, but I do like the bigger ones cause they are easier to do heelwork games with

[@itsdeebs5156]

Glad I saw this was concerned me sleeping on the couch near the crate the first three for nights was overkill lol

[@kikopup]

Hehe, as long as you play separation games :) Being with the puppy 24/7 makes it harder to work on separation, but comforting a puppy thats stressed is not going to interfere with positive reinforcement training and counter conditioning, just means you need to play more separation games. :)

[@itsdeebs5156]

That is something we need to work for sure. I have been working at home since we got here and will be for the foreseeable future (Covid Lockdowns). We have only just recently been able to introduce her to other dogs for socialization at the dog park which is going well. Separation wise though that's an issue we need to focus on. Not too sure where to start. Being a Golden-Doodle shes desperate to be doing whatever it is we are doing or where we are. If you have a video on this would love to go over it with her :D

[@itsdeebs5156]

Caveat on that though shes quite happy to leave me alone during the day and do her own thing. However she gets a little amped when ever we leave the house. If we start doing tasks around the house she she wants to get involved. Mopping the floor...absolute nightmare lol

[@tedjack9184]

He is a beautiful boy.

[@lisah4117]

What a cute little guy! Congratulations! How is Wish doing with the new addition?

[@LLewis-vu9qf]

Whoa! Epic is really fast. LOL

[@kikopup]

Yeah! Epic has more energy than the pup!

[@Filipinomomma]

What a cute pup! We took our 9wk old home today and I hadn't watched this vid yet but had watched other pup videos. My pup has taken a liking (already) to sleeping only on me. Doesn't like his crate even with treats/kibble thrown in. I'm really nervous about the first night. Any suggestions to get him to like the kids & hubby too or to not just sleep on me and instead in the crate? Appreciate any help please 🙏

[@Tazjatoz]

he is so big and fluffy i realized i forgot you already have a splash on the last comment i made silly me but he really reminds me of splotches of paint, i love merles its my favourite color along with black and white witch my puppy is, got some advice against stone and small item prevention other than constantly following her around saying nope leave it? and how often would you walk a bc puppy? i have a new name sugestion for him hero he looks like one.

[@watchmoivies123]

OK sorry I just thought of one more what about Cloud ? Do you have one this name ??

[@giuliabonino2794]

So cute! But don't dogs of that color have problems with sight and hearing? Isn't it dangerous to breed them?

[@kikopup]

The mom was a red dog with very little white and the dad was a merle who has white factor, two merles or two white factors would be bad, dogs with all white ears can sometimes be deaf, thats why I got the BAER test for halo to check his hearing which was perfect and will do the same with this puppy. I am thinking about making a video about not breeding double merles.

[@RebeccaAndTheCritters]

Congratulations on the new puppy. Just wondering, did you ever find out what happened to Dream? I’d be scared to bring in a new baby so soon if you don’t know what happened.

[@kikopup]

I dont really want to talk about it publicly but I think it was just an unfortunate choice to use the wrong treatment and the treatment killed him. I dont want to talk about the details because I dont want it to come off as vet shaming. It was just a choice and it was the wrong one.

[@RebeccaAndTheCritters]

@@kikopup I definitely get not wanting to talk about it if it was a wrong treatment thing. I hope this pup gets to stay with you a whole lot longer and brings all the happiness to you and your crew. Congratulations again on the new baby. 😊

[@leeharrison3276]

Goingq to be a big Boi :)

[@DaveDEF82]

8 1/2 weeks? He is a big boy!

[@kikopup]

I know! My ex wife's puppy 7 or so years ago who was also red merle was also a very big puppy! This guy was 13 pounds at the vet!

[@CreativeDiamondDogs]

Love him. If he doesn't bother any Kleenexes maybe his name could be Innocent. Would have been nice if my collie was innocent regarding that. 😆😂

[@watchmoivies123]

OK I think he looks like a Disco

[@watchmoivies123]

He might look like a Todd Or a Twister If he’s high drive

[@watchmoivies123]

I also like the name Zakia but that might be a little bit hard to say in training

[@Monstufpud]

Donkey-Kong

[@darijanr5704]

idk, at this point in time you have plenty of "how to" stuff on your channel... I don't think you can add to it that significantly. Howerever, "what not to do" themed videos may be informative still. You could go in depth about wat happend to your last puppy and how to prevent that... Just an idea...

[@ArchieVenezuela]

consider adopting a disabled dog :) without a leg for example.

[@kikopup]

I have adopted 4 dogs. Sadly the last dog I adopted died a tragic death a few months ago so I got this puppy. You do your part and Ill do mine.