Real Talk. What's Actually Next?

[@rachaelprisbrey8563]

I’m going to be honest with you, and I don’t mean this in a mean way. I think you have lost sight of why you make these videos, and why you started in the first place. You started this as a fun way to share your adventures of Pablo with your friends and family. When that was your focus, you made the best content. Now you are putting pressure on yourself to put out content, whether it’s good or not. I know part of the pressure is due to financial reasons. I’m going to advise you to stop being in a place where you are reliant on KZbin for finances. I know this is much easier said than done, and the crappy part is that I can’t give you specific advice on how to do that. I’m also going to tell you to stop looking at how many subscribers you have or how many views your latest videos have. Still make videos, but do not force them just to meet a schedule you have set for yourself. Enjoy your life with your dogs and partner and maybe one day the boys do something funny and you happened to record it and want to share it. Please do. Maybe it only gets 5 views, but one of those views is someone who misses their pug after he crossed the rainbow bridge, and it brings them comfort. That is meaningful. That’s enough. Take care of yourself, your dogs, your partner, and your family. Everything else will come.

[@fawn06]

I couldn't have said it better. You nailed it point by point. Bull's eye. Being frank is kindness for anyone with a heart to hear.

[@janetkosatka9724]

Carl I wish you well. Thank you for the wonderful video. You helped me. A year ago a got dexter my pug mix. I found comfort watching your training efforts. I'm off to advanced puppy training today. You helped me to be patient with training. Seeing the sweet puggy face makes me happy. Your video helped!!!

[@dgutie8]

Nailed it! Couldn’t have said it better! I watched your content because of all the fun you had with the pugs! It helped quite a bit with my pug, but now you seem to be all over the place! Relax and enjoy your life! I wouldn’t mind an update every now and then on the pugs!

[@drina4706]

Very, very well said!!!👏👏👏

[@marielands3674]

Don't concern yourself with videos. We will continue to watch when you share them. Enjoy your life! Take care of you! Your audience will follow you. 5 minutes a week is good to see Pablo and Stanley and you! Don't please anyone just please yourself in life and take care of the pugs! Go live!

[@SecretKeeperForever9]

I came here after I lost my first childhood pug. Please take care of yourself. It's the most important thing.

[@joeneonturbo]

I came into this channel for the pugs. I had 2 pugs who lived long lives and just watching pugs sleep, snore, eat and be playful clowns, bring back warm memories. You take of you first.

[@MeetLeAnne]

Karl, I’ll support you no matter what you decide to do. You are a good person, I absolutely adore you, and You & The Boys have made a difference in my life. My sister & I recently rescued & adopted another pug, and your videos on how to balance 2 pugs, just by how you are with them & how much you love them, has alleviated the ‘What were we thinking, bringing another pug into our extremely busy lives????” But like you have showed by example, another pug is not only GOOD for the one pug, but Arlo has brought SO MUCH joy to our lives: we feel blessed to have 2 pugs now.

[@happinessisaknife8865]

Perhaps you could change to short content. There's a great Pug community on Tiktok. It might be less stressful just posting random clips of the boys. My girl sleeps all day too, she's 12, but people still enjoy random videos. Pugs snoring, or taking them for a walk, giving them a treat or belly rubs, you can repeat content ideas often not a problem, people would surely just enjoy seeing Pablo and Stan on screen. Wishing you all the best, Karl ❤❤

[@juliec2833]

I have been following since you just had Pablo. Right now you need time to figure things out for yourself and your health. We will be here for you.

[@karenvandeventer6511]

Karl please just enjoy your life. Quit putting pressure on yourself and have fun. Just be in the present moment. Life is short young man, just love Pablo, Stan, your partner, and mom and extended family. Life will work out❤✌

[@cinnabonthepug]

I’ve been an avid fan of your videos for the past 5 years. 3 years ago I got my Pug Cinnabon thanks to your videos. I love him so much and I’ve incorporated his world with my work and lifestyle. I hope you can clear your mind and get over whatever is happening internally. Remember your Pugs can sense our emotions.

[@esteeghent6703]

No, Thank you for sharing! You've come along way love you guy's Hope you keep us updated from time to time, you make great content, go and have some fun then come back and tell all about it go chill for you, we will all be here if and when you want to come back Just go and be you❤❤❤

[@tb9041]

I came here because I use to have a pug and he died. Watching your videos makes me smile and gives me my pug fix. I taught my pug to say I love you, he also loved to dress up in costumes, gave me funny looks. Love when they do the pug runs around the living room and when they tilt their head when you talk to them. Best dogs ever!

[@drina4706]

👏👏👏

[@denisemaccaline6489]

I started watching you after i lost my pug. The boys made me smile and realize how much I missed having a pug. Im now mom to 3 beautiful babies. Kylor (3), Kassidy (2) and Kolton (1).

[@jackthompson3515]

Hang on in there dude, it'll all be OK! Give a pug a hug, it makes things better

[@horsfallmiles]

Personal happiness is so important. It is of no matter what test results are . On the spectrum or not is of no matter. Life costs money in this material world so we have to get on with it BUT if you DO what you want , when you want , how you want , if you want , because you want , because you can may sound selfish but it is the best way forward. Relationships fail all the time but someone new has come along so enjoy the experience and move on from what was. There is no need to dwell on the past as it was nothing more than a learning curve. New woman and new relationship ENJOY. If it means cutting others out DO SO. No need to explain just move forward. Onwards and upwards. Keep going !

[@pacharaorns]

It is important to do what you want to do :) one area that I really love about your content is how to take care of your pugs in real life. How to take them to bath. How to brush their fur etc. Me and my wife will someday get a pug or pugs. It is very helpful to understand how to raise and take care of pugs. Not just fun short clips. It is very educational.

[@amberrufener4752]

Karl, we would not be happy if you disappeared! I'm so sorry for the health issues you've been facing and all the other things. Life can be so very overwhelming. I'm glad you've met someone and that's going well. I think though it's almost impossible to change everything about life at once. When I get too overwhelmed I shut down and I don't have the energy to change anything so maybe break it into a few things at a time. Thank you for how authentic you were in this video though it made me sad to see you looking defeated and trying to find the words to say. I hope your vacation is wonderful and you come back refreshed.

[@Piggy648]

Aww Karl, no one who watches your videos wants you to be stressed about doing them. They need to be something you enjoy. Short videos are fine if that’s all you can do. I hope the boys are ok. Glad you and your girlfriend are happy. ❤️. You really need to remember you have achieved more than some 30 yr olds, you have a job and your own home and 2 gorgeous pugs. You should be proud. Now get some chill time and have a great holiday!!

[@cherylrichards8951]

Karl, please know your fans will support you in whatever decision you make. You need to do what's best for you, the boys, other family members, etc. Just drop a note from time to time ... like a long lost friend or relative. Maybe turn up on our doorstep at Christmastime. Wishing you all the best and support through this transition.

[@svitlanakurtyka8691]

I am going to miss your videos! You are a good person. Take care of yourself!

[@Rarrkelstarr]

I totally understand what you're saying, Karl. Turning 30 puts a lot of things into perspective, I turned 30 last year and it felt like a milestone where I was really wanting a direction in my life. It's okay for things to be for a season. I know you feel pressure and responsibility to the channel but I think everyone here supports you and wants you to be happy whatever decision you make. If you need a break, take a break, i can see you're an ambitious person and you take the weight of the world on your shoulders. I hate ever feeling selfish, but sometimes we all need to make those "selfish" decisions. Live your life Karl. Life is stressful. Be happy, healthy and make sure you and the boys' wellbeing comes first! No one on this channel who truly supports you will judge you. Thanks for being so honest!

[@MeetLeAnne]

I love that we can hear the boys snoring peacefully: have a PHENOMENAL vacay, Karl.

[@debbyschweighardt5810]

Karl, i love watching you and the boys just being you. It doesn't have to be on a schedule. Go on vacation and your life will become more clear to you afterwards. We just want you to be happy.

[@N-Scale]

I am in a burnout phase right now as well.

[@spiriteagle777]

Karl, you are a very special person and the boys are so sweet and we love them so much. I am so happy that you are seeing someone again! You deserve to be happy! I will say prayers for you and for the boys to be healthy and well!! As for your situation with what to do going forward…I believe we all find ourselves in this exact position every so often. Don’t be so hard on yourself. Do what truly makes your heart happy! Do what you can…when you can. No pressure!! No regrets!! Enjoy your life!! Sending you and the boys lots of love. ❤️

[@normanpeterson8744]

Modern Problems, Karl. Respect. Hope everything works out for the best no matter what you choose. Good Luck. ❤❤ Nice to hear the snortle boys just out of camera shot. You all take care of each other. ✌️

[@sageflower2680]

Make contact that you want to make, and do it when you want to. Love to you and the Boys. Live the life YOU want to live.

[@Toni-uk5bh]

Hey karl sorry your feeling the way you are ,been watching you a long time now love all your content with the boys hope you manage to find out what you want to do always here x hugs to you and the boys x take care x

[@dianebergschneider4028]

May God bless you and give you strength and wisdom to navigate your next steps...He WILL be with you, too 🙏

[@jackelynonlock175]

Hey Karl, I love your videos, I'd say 95% of your community here are non-judgmental, we just find a tremendous joy and healing through you and your pugs. Keep things simple and just film content regardless of whether it's just the same as before. Sometimes that continuity IS what helps in such a crazy world. Since finding your channel, I've lost my jobs multiple times over, I've been on receiving end of some extremely nasty bosses, on the edge of losing everything, lost my pug, now I have two dear pugs, a mother and her daughter, all your real team here are just taking one day at a time. It's okay to not be okay, we are all there too. Whatever it is that you are doing, you might not know what it is you are doing, just know you're doing it right. XO

[@alyssacranfill1819]

Karl, I hope you have an absolutely fantastic time on holiday!! Relax, enjoy and come back refreshed and ready to rock n roll!! Thank you for taking the time to keep us updated. I am very concerned to hear that you and both boys have some potentially serious health issues…I completely understand that you don’t want to share too much, and you shouldn’t feel pressured to do so. Just know that I, and I’m sure many others, will be thinking good thoughts for all of you and hoping to hear that everything is resolved sooner than later!! We’re always here for you! Have a blast and hope to see you again soon. Love to all! Oh, p.s… 30 is NOT old!! What I wouldn’t give to be 30 again…lol!

[@pugsforlife5305]

I would not enjoyed if you disappear 🫠! Enjoy your holiday, it will be a great time to get a new perspective in your life! We (my pug and I) love ❤️ you all!

[@tanyasr]

Karl, please don't feel stressed about uploading content that you certainly don't enjoy. This KZbin thing should be fun for you, it is not a task to complete. Relax on your vacation with your girl and whatever you decide to do next, it will be the right choice, don't be scared. If you want to continue doing videos, lots of people (including me) will be here to watch and support. If you don't, that's ok too. The most important person in your life is you so, you have to pursue your own path of happiness. Please stay strong. Sending you love and good vibes. To Stan and Pablo, so much love and cuddles (I love you, boys!) ❤❤❤

[@LauraWhalen-lt8os]

Karl you do need a break and to destress. Please take all the time you need to get back to being you. I try to watch your videos as often as I can. You are so kind, funny and a loving man to both your pugs. I was sorry to hear about your health issues. Please take as kind and gentle can of you. I know you family helps you when they can. Yes you will be 30 years old soon and an uncle also. I do not your holiday will help you to slow down and allow you to think about yourself and where you want to go with your life. Rest, eat and sleep as much as possible on your holiday. Try not to think about this channel as much as possible on your holiday. I will be here when you see fit to post future videos. Take care Karl. 😴😴😴😴

[@shirleykolling320]

I came here for the pugs. ❤ Precious little pug content anymore.

[@jackieb5999]

Karl, please do what you need for your life. Life is hard, so you have to make the best of your time. Prayers for the health issues that you and the boys are having. Enjoy your holiday.❤❤❤❤

[@timothykim856]

I could understand why you feel sad about potentially stepping away from the channel for good. It started from such a pure place, and grew with you over the years I feel you on wanting to do bigger things in life, pickup new hobbies, travel more, start new business projects, etc. It’s okay for you to walk away. People appreciated that you shared part of your life raising your pugs. Even the last 3 years were just fine, people still appreciated the mundane moments, that’s what dogs do lol. If you decide to walk away you can always post occasionally Only if you truly feel like it, like on a whim decide to share something with the world. That way you won’t feel so pressured. If it’s the patreon support making you feel bad, then maybe figure a way to make it without having to rely on Patreon money. Congrats with your new gf, I’m happy for you. I’ve taken care of pugs my whole life, and seeing you being a nice dad to yours was pleasant to see from time to time. Anyways that’s all 😊

[@lindahutchings5394]

Please know our thoughts and prayers of healing are with you and the boys. We truly appreciate your videos.

[@dawnhughes7899]

Mate you do you ….we will still be here for you, bless you. You go rest now mate xxxxxxx

[@davidd7189]

Don’t put pressure on yourself Karl. It’s not good for anyone’s mental health. The dogs are great therapy. I hope the dogs are not being rehomed because of changes.

[@catherinefusco4474]

Carpe' Diem---Seize the moment...concentrate on making the moments in your life count. You are worthy of happiness. Prioritize what is important to you & it will finally make sense. You're right...life is hard, but it's always worth the effort we put in to move forward...May you enjoy holiday with your partner....live, laugh & love

[@drina4706]

I wish you well, Karl. I enjoy watching the puglies run around and do pugly things. But your heart isn't in this anymore. Take some time off and do what you need to do. Return to us when you are able. I am saddened but I care too much about you, Pablo and Stanley. So, I understand. We on here understand. Take care. 🤗❤️🤷‍♀️

[@sumitaanand6310]

Life is hard and difficult for so many of us but My puggy boy makes me smile and look forward to life everyday with new hope.. remember your boys have been with you through all your good and bad times just waiting for you to come back and be with them with all the loyalty they have for you.. relationships no matter what put pressure on us mentally to keep proving ourselves day in and day out..but the pets never question us on our actions they're just there with their unshakeable loyalties..that doesn't mean We don't need people in our lives infact they aspire us to go through life's challenges..so all the very best for your future and enjoy your vacation..

[@maryannw5289]

I came for the pugs, and I’ve stayed because of the pugs and because of you! I appreciate your honesty. I want you to be happy with what you do. If you want to make videos, great! Make the type of videos you like, as often as you like, even if that means you don’t make videos at all. Have a great vacation. Wishing you all the best!

[@louiselogan1134]

Karl enjoy your break and take care of yourself don't stress yourself out.

[@DonP_is_lostagain]

Take a break. Upload a vid if you make one you feel should be shared. I'll stay subscribed and on Patreon. You need to take care of yourself rn and not worry about uploading videos on a schedule. Sometimes that's the best thing to do. I was subscribed and supporting a couple of folks who were on canal boats, and one set sold their boat, bought a house, and decided they needed to focus on their lives, so they shut down their channel. Same for another couple. They haven't bought a house, but they've only uploaded like two or three videos since December. And I'm still subscribed to their channel. Other commenters below have told you how they feel. I feel the same way. Stay healthy, get your head straight, take care of the boys, and come back when you're ready on the schedule you're willing to keep. Cheers my friend!

[@LauraWhalen-lt8os]

Karl I forgot to mention that I am so glad that you are seeing someone. I hope your holiday is going great. You are an amazing human being. Thank you so much for all your videos. Please take gentle and kind care of yourself. It is a Karl Little first policy always. Please do not be too hard on yourself.

[@ilysegarber712]

I adore you Karl. Take care of yourself first! Take a “time out”. And please don’t be hard on yourself. I have enjoyed every video you posted, with or without the boys. But you are right. You need to enjoy what you are doing. You have the ideas, just let them flow naturally. Even if you start something totally new. If you love it then others will too. Try not to think about the numbers and analytics. Spend your time daydreaming of how you want to feel everyday. How you want your life to feel like. Eventually the details will will come to you and you can build the life you want. 😊

[@josefina1207]

Karl you have to do what you want to do and obviously something that makes you happy! we love your content! Im from Argentina look how far you gone! kisses and i wish you make the best decision. ❤

[@margretabroad4873]

Thank you for the video. And thank you for your vacation photos on Instagram. You two looked so happy. I hope all is well with both the doggies and you. Also i know that a lot of people are going through difficult times right now, including myself. But most important is that you started your life as a married couple, and you are happy. It is also wonderful, that you have a strong supporting famiily. The rest will follow.

[@Alondra741]

Take your time to deal with all these things , the best for you and the pugs , I will still be here ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JackieLongden]

Hi Karl just take care of yourself and I hope pablo and Stanley r ok. And enjoy your holiday I will miss your videos but the most important thing his to look after yourself and your fur babies sending you my love Jackie x

[@teresawalker2660]

I have watched every video from the beginning. 8m still here enjoying you and the boys. Be good to yourself and enjoy your vacation ❤

[@misspugandpomeranian]

Your videos make us so happy no matter how long! Even 5 minutes is ok, even once a week! ❤ What is important is work- life balance......

[@cindy7764]

Just take a deep breath go on vacation. Enjoy yourself. Enjoy your girlfriend’s birthday. Have fun and I trust that you will do what is best for you at the end of the day. We love you on this channel. We love Pablo and Stanley on this channel and we look forward to whatever you feel, I wish you all the best and your health journey as well as the pugs

[@nickyharriott1978]

I hope you don’t give up doing this because I think we all know it’s more than just about the boys now. But you have to do what is right for you and have no regrets, so I wish you well whatever you do in life xx

[@alfredcastro9971]

Get back to being happy like u was in the beginning. I love watching the boys we all go thru ups & downs but never Give up

[@chellecopley67]

Listen, you and the boys come FIRST! I can't get back into my Patreon and my damn card expired that I was signed up with but if i can ever figure it out or Patreon will ever respond to help tickets it would be helpful. I would love it if you would just check in from time to time and let us know how you and the boys are but as I said YOU guys come first. Take care of YOURSELF and the boys and letting the scheduled uploads go is better for ya'll then DO it! You and the boys mean more to us than some entertainment stuff we truly wanna see ya'll happy and healthy and if that means less of yall on youtube then so be it. Maybe see if shortform content like youtube shorts is better for ya'll?

[@karenglove]

Karl, just do what u need to do to make u happy. Only u can live ur life. Love watching ur videos with the boys but whether u put content out or not we are here for u. Enjoy ur holiday and look after urself.

[@ossyshaz]

Karl the most important part of your life, your relationship, is good so focus on that forget about having to upload a video that can come later when your ready, life is so fast paced these days when your working there is very little time for anything else we all understand, I'm just happy to see you and the boys sometimes no pressure, have the best holiday I will look forward to seeing you in the future hope you and the boys health worries all get sorted, take care

[@drina4706]

Karl, you are NOT behind in life!!! Life isn't linear and it doesn't have just one iteration/manifestation. I am 42 and my life is not standard!!! And that's okay! Life is different for different people!!! I have chronic illnesses and those are always foremost in my life because they are significant and are always there. I used to think the way you do and I was extremely hard on myself. So, on top of these damned illnesses I am also adding pressure on myself. Why??? I had to change my thinking & perspective on my life. Really think about what I am saying; do not be hard on yourself. Follow your own schedule not someone else's!!!👍

[@momof3plusdsg]

You do what feels right for you. Your life, health and partner have to come first. I'm sorry that about your health issues. Take a break. You may not want to rely on YT for a main income and I don't care about regular content. If you feel like making videos irregularly, I'll still remain subscribed. Spot turns 4 this Summer. I've been watching since it was just Pablo and I didn't even have a dog yet and it seemed unrealistic to get a dog into my life.

[@josefina1207]

And I want to say something more and i hope you read it. like you say on the video your videos at least for me,you always makes me smile and i love to watch your conten! so think about it

[@sambishop2691]

I hope that you & your partner enjoy your holiday 😊 thankyou gor your channel allway's brilliant content.

[@sambishop2691]

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[@nickyharriott1978]

I’m a bit confused as to if you want to make videos at all or you want to make different types of videos! If that’s the case then just do it we will either follow you across or we won’t and you’ll probably get new followers. Until we see what you want to do we won’t know but trust the process and go for it, it obviously isn’t working now so you have nothing to lose xx

[@shonamacleod9457]

❤❤❤❤ you and the boys

[@citrussage378]

My advice, probably unpopular, is to remember K.I.S.S. KZbin is not your life. We strangers out here are not your life. Love the boys, but go live your life. KZbin should be the last thing anyone stresses over. Go live, Karl! Get!

[@NikkiHallamCPT]

Oh no! We are going to miss your lovely boys

[@platothepug]

You're one of a very small handful of KZbinrs I support on Patreon. One (Coffeehouse Crime) puts out a video once a week, the other (LEMMiNO) puts out maybe two videos a year. They're both fantastic channels (IMO) and, whatever they're doing in their lives, they've made it work for their audiences too. It's quality over quantity. Even Marvel knows to put out just one movie this year. Above all, you need to take care of yourself, your family, your pugs, and your relationship. As much as your audience loves you, I think it's safe to say none of us would enjoy watching you torturing yourself for us. I'm assuming you're not relying on KZbin or Patreon for your livelihood, which is great, as it means you don't need to worry about that even if it goes away. But it will be worth losing that in exchange for peace of mind and happiness.

[@anamariakobel2556]

I wish you happy Holidays with your girl friend and have fun.And a good times for the boys with your mom. Some kisses for the boys❤❤

[@Danylia]

I've been watching your videos for a long time and especially love the older content. However, I often get the feeling that you put too much pressure on yourself and force yourself to produce new content. As a result, you often no longer seem "real". I know that KZbin is a good source of money for you, but you shouldn't bend yourself for anyone. Enjoy your life, be mentally fit and spend time with people who are important to you and with whom you are happy. Make videos when you feel ready and don't put yourself under pressure. We're always looking forward to new content, but you and the boys have to be happy too.

[@loz8131]

stopped at 2 mins i love anything you post

[@jannettechavez2640]

Just slow down and just do some shorts. That would be fine and when you decide to do a longer video then just do that at that time. Your over thinking it. If you need to stop then stop. You can always start again, if you dont want to then dont. Start with something small and go from there. See how it feels. We love you and the boys, we will be there. Enjoy your vacation, relax, give the boys a kiss and a huge from us all and we will see you when we see you😊 peace out!

[@joane5777]

❤❤❤

[@klkiser]

[@mrenigma5657]

Just seen your Instagram and when did you and Chelsea get back together

[@Puglover130]

That’s not Chelsey. He has a girlfriend

[@paulmcgrath6109]

Can you please just go back to the dogs not your whole life then maybe you wouldn't feel so much pressure to give us content just give us pugs thats what it was first set up for

[@liveyourbestlife1513]

What is a “life”? I think you already have one.