NEW PUPPY SURVIVAL GUIDE: Getting Started! Biting, Potty Training & More! (EP 2)

[@zakgeorge]

Here is a playlist with all of Kona's episodes in order: kzbin.info/aero/PLMssKIjsDxXktS_GEPDecXWrRauAYqrK9 If you have a puppy, don't forget they are going to grow up into a full-blown adult dog soon!! SUBSCRIBE to this channel and check out our other series and videos for advice on training ALL kinds of dogs... Thank you for being here!! Leave a comment and let us know what you think about this series, and give us your suggestions for future videos!! 🤩

[@jessicashellymilgram1342]

Thank you very much! All your videos are great and so insightful! Saw all the dog training revolution series and bought both books :) About the Kona series, the right order to watch the episodes is the order in the playlist or is it the numbering of the episodes? Because they don't match 😅

[@ingeborg-anne]

Hey, episode 2 of this series comes after episode 3. I thought I had lost it until I checked the order 😆

[@MsMyaki]

Update on Ace - I have gotten him involved in playing some of the games kzbin.infoUgkx1_veP7CApJK_GWy_TczaMciuG64PqJeU and I can see a difference in his confidence already! My other dog played along and he became intrigued - now its a daily part of our routine - about 3 times a day we do the shell game and the muffin tin game. I am so grateful for coming upon your training techniques!

[@katdenning6535]

My mother in law almost got rid of her puppy because it bit my son a little too hard. She called me all apologetically and was like “don’t worry I’m going to rehome her” and I talked her out of it. I didn’t realize until then how unreasonable people’s expectations can be about a puppy. Im glad you’re helping educate!

[@DaniAlexandria]

Thank you for the potty training tips! you just made me realize that my puppy is only having accidents (shes 16 weeks) in the two rooms we don't spend much time in which the dining room and the upstairs living room so it would make sense that she doesn't see those places as "her home" and if comfortable going potty in there

[@AnqaOdyssey]

Watching Inertia's training saved my sanity with my lapphund. She's so active and your philosophy of tiring dogs to behave properly has been a life saver! She's probably the best behaved dog amongst our puppy circle. I'm still struggling with passing other dogs but small victories at the time.

[@avatarazul5020]

Lappies are awesome!

[@DaveDEF82]

Depending on tiring a dog physically is not a feasable method. Teach your dog calmness instead. Reward calmness any chance you get. Tiring a dog might be helping in some scenarios during training but you will in the long run possibly just worsen your problems because as you tire out your dog the body will adapt and you will have to do more and more to tire your dog out.

[@emilymccraw4336]

I’m a groomer, pin brushes are perfect for puppies because they have sensitive skin. For a puppy like a poodle (or doodle like Kona) a pin brush and greyhound comb will get the job done IF you keep up on your brushing!

[@rebeckagaeta2734]

Emily what do you suggest to your clients to on use on dogs that’s safe and organic that have white fur to get the brown and yellowing out? I'm getting a long-haired Chi, and want to keep his coat white and beautiful. Thank you

[@Ally45949]

Perfect for kona

[@macyboudreaux1326]

I own a puppy from the same litter you got Kona from!! So cool to watch videos with my puppy’s sibling! They look the exact same. My girl is named Paris :)

[@cbro_]

Cute. I don't think kona is his dog though

[@macyboudreaux1326]

@@cbro_ ohhh I gotchya

[@cbro_]

@Sophia Park setter/ poodle I think he said

[@macyboudreaux1326]

@Sophia Park it’s an Irishdoodle ! :)

[@vtvaiphei839]

@Sophia Park Poodle. They are easy to train

[@tray0806]

This series has been AWESOME for our new Aussiedoodle pup. Using your techniques, after just a week, he is totally potty trained (only accident was day #1), knows sit, stay, lay down and leave it!

[@Daniella-el4qf]

please tell me how! my puppy is 8 weeks and at day 2. it poops outside but still pees inside so please help!

[@arianarodriguez7048]

If Zak George respond I would literally cry I love him so much, he has helped me fully potty train my 3 month old German shepherd puppy with his past videos of inertia!

[@shrwangaming656]

Cried??

[@kristinawagers1004]

I don't even have a puppy I just needed something wholesome to get me through the election results. Thanks, Zak! 😊

[@Starry_Night_Sky7455]

❤😁❤ This comment, yes. I mean this election weirdness is still quirky as all heck. I'm putting it on ignore. Just get Biden and his crew in there and toss that would be third world Lysol loving narc-y dictator out, please. Excuse my venting. Now back to the puppies. 😁

[@the_ducc]

Did you get a dog now? Based on your profile pic?

[@kristinawagers1004]

@@the_ducc No, this is my girl that passed away. Looking to get one soon though :)

[@aidenduvall6641]

@@Starry_Night_Sky7455this aged well 😂

[@gvalleygrl2007]

Yes, this is real life dog training instead of just steps

[@lydiajlong]

Okay, friends. I remember Zak mentioning lead/leash recommendations and I have been searching through these videos forever! If this helps anyone: At 21:56 - Zak recommended a 6’ leash, 10’ leash, 20’ lead, and 50’ lead and recommends the biothane material for these! Hope this helps someone else!

[@stacyhart5280]

And on a related note, in Episode 2 he mentioned he really like the harness from Blue9.

[@DucDeLamballe]

have you found the long biothane leads anywhere?

[@sarahk1902]

I'm sitting here watching this with my 15 week old pug mix. 😂 I have found these videos so helpful. She definitely needs to work on her aim when it comes to play. My poor hand. 😂

[@Gurvind]

I bet Zak would be great with teaching kids of all ages too. Hed be amazing lol. Intelligent bloke. Many thanks for great insights with your vids. From me and my boy Maximus, a 7 yr old Gsd. Respect.

[@apolloya2000]

If zak George is reading this. I just want to say...Thank you so much! I have almost trained my puppy! Her names coco and she looks so much like kona! She is also a golden doodle/terrier I got her 4 days ago!

[@flowstatenata]

Hey zak, can you talk more about sleep, maybe on what you did with Inertia as she grew. My pup sleeps in the crate, but she's almost 6 months and as she grows I'm starting to think about how to transition to her sleeping on the floor beside my bed.

[@amycourtney4184]

Yay!! We’ve been waiting for this video all week (from Ireland 🇮🇪 ) 😁😁😁🐶🐶🐶

[@Coco_harton]

Me too

[@meabhculliton747]

Me to

[@samfairbanks7320]

I'm from Dublin tallaght

[@meabhculliton747]

@@samfairbanks7320 I'm from Ireland

[@Mariamtrapaidze555]

me too

[@fircorn8422]

Thanks! I love how you talk through your thoughts. It is so helpful to hear everything you’re considering! We’re getting a new puppy in 2 weeks and I’ve been studying 😊

[@cringesicle7827]

I rescued a 2 week old puppy (she’s 5 weeks now), but when she’s old enough to learn tricks and fetch, I will definitely come back to these videos!!

[@megankratsch6463]

My puppy, Arlo, was so easy to teach how to play fetch, and I definitely give props to Zak for helping me learn to teach it!

[@matheafilisa42]

Aw cute!! May i know Arlo's breed?

[@megankratsch6463]

@@matheafilisa42 he is a mini aussiedoodle :)

[@DaveDEF82]

If you really used Zak's methods it is more surprising your dog is actually good at fetch.

[@joshuayoo6893]

Zak is teaching Kona how to literally cartwheels and my dog is learning to sit

[@its_jaz1961]

Lol same people

[@tennethere5730]

Mine is 12 weeks and is pretty potty trained and we taught him to sit but sometimes when he gets to excited he doesn’t listen

[@jvse201]

Same I got a gsd pup

[@isabellab5810]

@@tennethere5730 same my puppy is 11 weeks and she’s potty trained and knows how to sit but she doesn’t listen when she’s excited

[@dj-sq2wm]

Same my dog knows sit and kind of shake

[@kathleengartelmann5160]

I have an 8 week old Australian Shepard named titan. Second night I played a KZbin video next to cage with a blanket over it. The video was separation anxiety for puppies. He has slept every night from 9:30-5:30 am everyday.I’ve had him three weeks now

[@NieceyBooPT]

I am soooo happy to have found your channel! I have watched hrs over the past couple of days. I am getting a pitbull from a local shelter next friday, he is 1-2yrs, and I am super excited about training. One thing I haven't been able to find on your channel is introducing a new dog to a new home. I have came across similar channels, and they demonstrated 1st-day walk throughs for example, letting dog know boundaries in the home, ect. I'd appreciate being able to see something like this.

[@korbandallas8931]

I just got a German Shepherd pup yesterday! Love your videos, brushing up on my skills, been a decade since my last shepherd.

[@Chino780]

We got an 8 week old Chocolate Lab puppy on December 10th and she has slept through the night every night since the day we brought her home. I never thought I would see the day that happened with a puppy.

[@AllAboutUFC]

Am I weird or am I the only one who wants to see Zak playing that piano in the background 😀😀😀 thanks soo much for sharing your knowledge!

[@melinalourenco3171]

I am about to get a 7 week aussie and I am so scared (And exited! of coarse) I hope I can train this puppy! I have never done it before, but I believe i can do it!

[@khaleesi38]

Definitely interested in seeing when you start walking Kona and seeing loose leash walking from the beginning please! Thank you!

[@zakgeorge]

You got it!

[@Ari.x22]

@@zakgeorge YAY!

[@chrisgossman4522]

He is already training loose leash in the house. Notice no tension on the leash or very little.

[@Sunflower-bo2mc]

1. Fetch - tug of war, make boring when u want them to let go, say “let go” - toss - run from them n clap hands so they chase u - tug - let go - “yes!” - toss - if they run back stop running from them 2. Puppy biting - Redirect to a chew toy 3. Reduce space when they’re ok with sleeping in crate

[@merc9nine]

Just got a labradoodle pup. He is so sweet and these videos helped immensely

[@andrewp8549]

I am very excited to get my first dog! This has teached me some of my training for my pup. I will be using your boxes and toys!

[@shirleycrabtree8168]

I have a 17 wk old Shelti. I am so thankful to have found your channel. Your videos have been very helpful. I am looking forward to a wonderful life with my doggy.

[@The.Caroline]

My previous dog (RIP :( ) would only pee in our garden, never ever poop unless she was properly ill. Even as a puppy, she was very good and mostly only peed herself out of excitement when we got home from school. The only other times she did go inside, she usually hid behind an object or where it was hard to see. Watching these videos to prepare for a new puppy in the summer. By then it's been over 13 years since I had a puppy, and admittedly my previous dog was the kindest, calmest and most gentle dog so I didn't really have any issues.

[@CharlotteGalashan]

I have a 14 week old cockapoo puppy and I was at the end of my tether with biting. I’m covered in bruises where she’s nipped me and then I found your videos. She still bites but a lot less aggressively and less frequently. You’ve saved my sanity!!!

[@Isabella-de7kv]

How did you manage to deal with that problem?

[@boltrunner1560]

Just got a border collie pup perfect time 🐶

[@divyaminhas844]

You should also watch his series with Inertia, she’s a border collie too, so it will be even more suited to ur new puppy!

[@rileyalexandra7468]

omg same

[@Inmidlifrcrisis]

I got also a border collie he almost 3 months

[@Ari.x22]

Guys I'm puppy Jealous!

[@boltrunner1560]

@@divyaminhas844 i did 😁

[@jailenerivera3648]

I love watching these videos! These series are so full of content and information that is easy to remember, but also so educational. I enjoyed Inertia’s series, can’t wait to continue Kona’s! I just wish these videos were up a little more frequent/posted sooner, however, I still love the content!

[@Daniella-el4qf]

Where can I watch Inertia’s?

[@loslgonnawin]

We are getting the exact same type of puppy this week and these videos will be a tremendous source of help for me and my wife to train ours to go outside. Thanks for the video, and can’t wait to watch the next one .

[@elianysvr5426]

I really love this series already 😍 It makes me sad that it does not have as many likes as it should.

[@dougcyndestearns9247]

Love this trainer!! Very realistic, & I love the real life training! Thank you for these videos

[@DaveDEF82]

If by realistic you mean just as clueless as the normal dog owner then you are absolutely right.

[@CanineSportsFanatic]

I've been recommending your videos to my clients to help them with their new puppies! Great stuff!

[@zakgeorge]

You're the best!

[@DaveDEF82]

So you are setting your clients up for failure just like Zak did with Inertia. Nice...

[@saiko4477]

@@DaveDEF82 okey? would you please explain what you mean by that comment?

[@faranalizadeh7253]

I got my puppy right around the time u posted the first video in the series...I’ve been waiting for this one

[@Blitznstitch2]

Thanks for the advice on house to teach a puppy how to play fetch. So awesome! Can't find this advice anywhere else!

[@alexholder4672]

Just ordered my pup box. I've got a 2nd gen golden doodle that looks just like Kona. He's a baby t-rex so these videos are helpful!

[@SASHA.S61]

Uuhhh I’m LOVING this series! I just got an Alaskan malamute puppy, and it’s so cool to see how similar the experience is and look at a how a professional handles all these little challenges!!! Thanks 😊

[@melissarichards4716]

My auntie has a husky malamute

[@avery76721]

I’m getting a dog in 6 days these videos help sooo much. Thanks!

[@Caleb.N.]

My dog will be so excited with anything if it moves. Even if its just a few feet. (About 1 meter)

[@eclaire4616]

I’ve never had a single pet in my life and I need a dog so bad!!!

[@malaki5109]

It’s a huge responsibility I have to wake up at 2,3,4 in the morning to let it use that bathroom and sometimes it pees on my bed

[@shalinisharma0121]

Sameee

[@corettaha7855]

Everything good in life involves hard work. That shouldn’t discourage you from going after the good things: it should encourage you to look forward to hard work, because it’s so rewarding. I hope you and your future dog work hard and enjoy a very rewarding relationship, together. God bless!

[@deenobrown1]

I put my dog’s crate and pen just like Zak has it, and our 10 week Bordoodle was not in it when I got home today. Our puppy jumped over the crate while I was gone and snuck into our sunroom.

[@mansiginne6558]

I cant wait I am getting a dog in 87 days and these videos are so helpful! Thank You So Much Zak

[@oconnorfamily2083]

Hi, PupBox is truly terrific! Receiving age appropriate toys and treats is so helpful. Luv my treat pouch and Our new pup Kai loves receiving a special box in the mail!

[@AlphaChemistry19]

Not sure if you’ll get this comment but your vids are very informational to me, I just rescued a puppy. She was off the side of the road near the woods and I’m going to train her! Shes a jackweiler. She looks about 6-7 weeks old!

[@paigethefarrier6243]

My malinois pup never was in a house before but immediately took to potty training. He also doesn't chew on stuff or nip but he's reactive around new people and dogs.

[@mario6341]

Nice

[@elianaling2833]

Hi Zak! Since you have Kona who is a puppy, I was wondering if you could do a training video on how to get your dog/puppy used to walk on surfaces that are not stable, for example across a plank and other things. I would like to train my one year old golden retriever, Phoebe-Rose, to be a therapy dog and am trying to get her used to walking on/across different things and being around things that she might not see in the house. Really appreciate your continued series with Inertia and am looking forward to this one with Kona as well! :)

[@creativgalaxies5056]

I was watching the video on how to teach dogs to leave it this new video was a godsend, my puppy won't stop biting and my feet are getting injured thank you, you have a new subscriber

[@AnaDMTL]

I LOVE how she jumps like a bunny or a deer. ❤ so cute

[@carolemuenzer5490]

You’ve gotta have the best setup for training a puppy in doors. Love it. I don’t think I’ve met my match yet but this puppy is keeping me going she is trying hard to beat me at this game. Aussie 9weeks, smarter than me and I have raised four.

[@mahlialeilanisaturno9908]

I discovered you when I got my dog Peanut Butter as a puppy (she is 4 1/2 now) and you really helped me so much the first year with her. We are getting another puppy in 2 1/2 weeks. I am watching so many of your videos currently to brush up on dog training. Peanut Butter is so good now but honestly I kind of forgot a lot of training tips to help with leash training, potty training, and important commands like “leave it” and “come.” You are truly the best!

[@janus156]

These vids are helping me out immensely with my kelpie puppy, the crate is an amazing tool, but some of my friends say it’s cruel and inhumane, even after I explain that most dogs enjoy the safety of it like my puppy does

[@chloetheshorkiepoo3823]

I love watching your videos because I can watch and learn how to teach my puppy Chloe all these things thank you so much for all the videos you make!!!!!!

[@elleandellie8444]

i’m watching all your videos to prepare for my new puppy in october

[@mtafli1]

I don’t have or want a dog, but here I am on part 2....

[@KaZAkersOfficial]

We have 2 new chis who are 8 mos old and their previous person did nothing with them. They were litter box trained, never went outside, are food driven, one is very skittish and they have almost no socialization. It's a real challenge. And did I say they were chis? 😂 Your channel is wonderful!

[@gracielazozaya2103]

These videos are amazing. I have a 4 week old puppy and the videos are teaching me so much!

[@blackdragongamerytonamazon3696]

Isnt 4 week a bit too young?

[@viswanaths6746]

Zak thank you for this series, Im getting a puppy in 2 weeks

[@srflygirl9854]

This is so awesome! And thanks for the tip of "Puppy Box"! Can't wait to see future days with Kona! You make it look so easy! 😌

[@Falcon-gw2ec]

These are so helpful for working on stuff at home and tweaking my training with my new doggo before puppy Classes get going.

[@pawplaytimewithfritz2874]

Your videos helped my mommy learn how to train me. Thank you! - Fritz

[@christymeisner9915]

Your videos on puppy training are absolutely perfect. Exactly what I will need soon with a new puppy. Loved the overnight parts to prepare us!

[@Molly-re2sn]

I rescued a puppy about a month ago. He actually does pretty well with separation. He’s about 16 weeks now. I want to train him well, but i don’t really know where to start. He knows how to sit, lay down, shake, and stays for short periods of time right now. I’m trying to leash train him so he doesn’t pull on the line so much

[@maanas4156]

Well this is going to be a perfect time because I am getting a new puppy.........I saw the whole enersia series and now I am going to complete this one too ...oh yeeeeh ..👍😁my sisters actually got a puppy 4 months ago so I recommended u and he is a perfect pupppy.....your vedios are super help full keep doing what u do ...love from India...😘😍😍😍😍😘🤩🤗🤗☺

[@adeleyeogunmosu4697]

Hey Zak George, I just tried some ruby basic skills I saw here and across your platform and it worked like magic. For a start they didn’t soil their bed. Great job zak. I got two 😂😂😂

[@CreativeDiamondDogs]

Love the longer videos. Kona will be an all-star dog!

[@miaantonievich2099]

I’m loving these Kona episodes! I just got my 6 week old Rottie and these videos help so much! ❤️❤️

[@DaveDEF82]

Congrats, so you got your dog at a way too young age. And this 'trainer' even hearts this. It is unbelievable...

[@shalinisharma0121]

@@DaveDEF82 please don't be negative 😅

[@imogenbishop7506]

I’ve been watching soo many of your vids and I find them all very useful for my new puppy is coming tomorrow!!

[@boricuabooksquad8648]

When is the new episode coming? I've been watching the last two constantly for the past 5 days hahaha

[@IcySync]

These videos are super helpful, thank you so much!

[@daniellegarzon7330]

We are getting a new puppy in 2 weeks and I’m stressing out over crate training, potty training in and out of the crate and night time.

[@itztocabibba4322]

I’m getting a bordercollie and I met him and Kona remind’s me A lot of him

[@chrisvaughn01]

Getting a new puppy in January and I'm watching the train of Kona and Inertia at the same time. Has Zak mentioned why he's not doing clicker training with Kona?

[@joymrm]

I had no idea indie’s name is Indiana jones!!!! Also tysm for the new episode im getting a dog soon and will be referring to this series a lot.

[@1976kinan]

Fi ally im getting my puppy in 7 weeks.... Cant wait.. So im rewatching all you clips... Awesome thank you!

[@live4yourself_]

I pick up my puppy next week. Thank you for these videos lol.

[@Blakepurcell14]

Zak thank you so much for these videos. I got my Chesapeake Bay Retriever 2 weeks ago at 7 weeks and your videos help so much

[@DaveDEF82]

Congrats, another fool who got his pup too young. And another heart from this 'trainer'.

[@shalinisharma0121]

@@DaveDEF82 I've been seeing your comments everywhere and could you not be so negative and call someone a fool

[@hennzyjohnson]

Beautiful puppy, Kona means woman in Icelandic, i will get my first dog, a border collie puppy boy in december, i have been watching your episodes and i am learning a lot, you are awesome :)

[@STORMIEDOO]

Amazing teaching!

[@Bella-kn9uq]

I'm getting a dog soon so thanks for all the videos and I told you I was going to watch

[@rubythecavalier5339]

I have a 5 month old cavalier king Charles spaniel and she refuses to go potty outside what can I do ?

[@RainbowRiver]

I don't have any experience but I have done a lot of research. I would say take her out around the time she usually goes potty and stay out their untill she eventually goes, then give her a jackpot reward. Try not to engage with her while you wait or else she'll think it's playtime and that could start a bad habit for the future. Hope this is of some help😊 Ps. Super jealous, I've wanted a pup for ages and Cavaliers are like my dream dog breed😝

[@rubythecavalier5339]

@@RainbowRiver thank you 😊

[@karilynnblack3608]

Me:so convinced my mom will give in and get me a puppy

[@misaelchalas2705]

did u convince her

[@sarcasticdrag0n603]

Keep hoping and praying, it worked for me and now I have an awesome puppy!

[@ralex3697]

Love to get them as puppies, especially for training

[@Katie-hw7is]

Can you make a video about understanding dog body language? Also, all your videos are SO SUPER DUPER helpful! So thank you!!!

[@DaveDEF82]

He can't because he doesn't understand it... For proof watch his series with Inertia.

[@dwaynerivera]

You always have the slickest shoes. Thanks for the content!

[@whereiskatiedoane]

Aw my 12 yo is named Indiana & I just got him a baby brother named Shortround ❤️ thank you for you super upbeat energy & sharing your knowledge!

[@riley3348]

This is the video I need to watch legit everything u say in this video that u help r the stuff my little cavoodle does

[@kt2906]

These videos are a lifesaver!!!!🐶

[@pegstanton7224]

Watching these to get ready for my 2 schnauzer puppies the end of February. Hoping you show how it went when introduced your cat as we have a mature cat.

[@maddiethibodeau5556]

His voice sounds like a mixture of John Mulaney and Ned from The Try Guys - I love it lol. Preparing for my Border Heeler in April and I love this series so far!

[@doggieadastra]

Kona is doing great; look at her fetch! :D Inertia looked a little bewildered when she didn't get to put her nose into the pupbox or to have an exclusive try-out of all the goodies as she usually does with her own pupboxes =P. But after all she seemed happy sharing Kona's pink flamingo. And not sure if this is accurate, but I seem to feel that Indy looked more relaxed when meeting Kona than during her first formal introduction to Inertia; maybe playing with Inertia this past year has made Indy open up more, or maybe Kona is just so sweet that Indy immediately liked her :D

[@DaveDEF82]

Her fetch is nothing special. She is a Setter crossed with Poodle for fuck's sake both breeds have this in their DNA. He shows some good tries but when the comment says she is reliable she starts running away and he cuts away. Coincedence. Nope. For examples how to really set your dog up for a good fetch watch some Stonnie Dennis for example.

[@doggieadastra]

@@DaveDEF82 My dear, thank you for the information. However, I love Kona like a child. Imagine your child inherited great music talent from you and as a toddler managed to make several bars of tunes upon his/her first tries at a violin, would you not feel happy from your heart and warmly praise and encourage him/her? Or would you professionally yet coldly say "nah, that's nothing, look at the many child prodigies out there trained by masters like so and so". Get what I mean? It's not the point to put down Zak as a trainer or Kona as a dog. I love them and enjoy watching them, so as a friend I made a comment like that. I would not try to dispute what you said about Stonnie Dennis, and would enjoy watching any good trainers work with any dogs so long as there is a good understanding and dynamic between the human and the dog. Relationship, love and respect are more important than performing fetch or any other tricks perfectly.

[@ezekielmoseley3849]

thanks for helping with my ignorance in dog training.

[@JaydenKeShawn]

I remember when you started Inertia

[@DaveDEF82]

Remember how he ruined her (first year of her) life? Let's hope he got in contact with a vet behaviorist because he was completely out of water when trying to help/train her.

[@jailacrawford]

@@DaveDEF82 what did he do?

[@karenmartley797]

Thank you Zak how you are so hands on and explain as you go!

[@zoedevries4481]

ive read it’s easier for young puppy’s to let them sleep in your bedroom. would it be a good idea to have her bench and food/water in the livingroom and then have a separate dog bed in my bedroom? my room is on the attic so i’d have to lift her up and bring her down 2 stairs to let her out outside