Dog to Dog Aggression LIVE - Dog Reactive Dogs - Dangerous Dogs

[@annylaurie422]

I never get bored listening you talk dog

[@petvet1825]

I agree with EVERYTHING I've heard! I'm a Veterinarian & will be sharing you video with many clients & friends. Thank you!

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@sonnyvang3550]

I love it, "get a different trainer". Thank you Robert and Janet.

[@Mknitfit]

I've raised American Pit Bull Terriers for over 20 years. Not a single one had an underbite.

[@keithmcdiarmid9737]

Thanks again for your words helps with great loss of my boy Apollo

[@lialorusso1887]

Such an important video! I can’t tell you how frustrating when 2 people in same house have different views and methods in training! I struggle daily as a trainer of mainly basic obedience/ scent work. I see things before they happen n my husband feels I’m targeting 1 dog against others. Meanwhile said dog is a 14 month old female western line working shepherd that was left with us by previous owners. I believe in structure boundaries as well as consistency he feels I’m being unfair it’s an exhausting situation that has me on verge of giving up I can’t be a part of failing her I’m the one chasing my tail it seems 😢 Thank you I’m hoping he hears your words and we can move forward ❤

[@littleninjai222]

Much gratitude to you and Janet for redoing this topic. As you can see it's clearly a very important topic for so many of us dealing with our dogs. My 10 month GSD is 90% the dog I've always wanted and I love training him. My big issue with him is his low threshold, hypervigilance, and dog reactivity. Please please do a whole live chat on Fear Aggression. Learned so much from today's live chat. Especially regarding the leash correction being about the disobeying the obedience command and not about the lunging/barking/growling at another dog. THANK YOU!

[@Deeno_ready]

LittleNinjai same here!! I’d love to learn how to train this on my own. I understand the concept of counter conditioning and all but no access to neutral dogs like many dog trainers do.

[@littleninjai222]

@@Deeno_ready Exactly. Positive training only / counter conditioning is hard unless I have access to neutral dogs or a stream of dogs walking by and ready to give high-value treats. My boy reacts so quickly that my only choice is to do what Robert said, walk 180 and don't put him in that situation. The problem is I desperately want him to learn to manage this because I will find myself stuck on a bridge, tight hiking trails or high snow banks (in winter).

[@Deeno_ready]

LittleNinjai Yes! That’s exactly what I’m dealing with. My boy is a year and a half and he’s improved significantly but without neutral dogs to practice repetitions with, it’s difficult. Whenever we go on walks around the neighborhood I will create distance but as you know, that’s only surface level. How will be ever be able to be around well behaved dogs when our dogs perceive ALL dogs as threats? We’ve come across so many other reactive dogs that it makes it hard for my dog to redirect. I’ve tried popping the prong... it’s doesn’t always work. I’ve gone back to flat collar and just trying my hardest to reward. Prong sometimes gets him more amped up. We’ve worked focus a lot, I mean I work on it daily but I’m looking for middle ground to work before exposing him to neighbors walking their reactive dogs.

[@littleninjai222]

@@Deeno_ready Good luck Deeno. I feel your pain. I wish I could find a trainer in my area to help me "rehabilitate" him with safe, neutral dogs and even people.

[@anniebeaudin8847]

Excellent!

[@mzrittenbacher7466]

The danger of friendly dogs is also when their owners don't real time read the subtle body language of their dog .

[@TheSakufighter]

Yeah I fucked up with my Akita yesterday took off after a pup last night 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@thekickingwolf5115]

@@TheSakufighter😬 i feel you

[@cydppalley2644]

Thank you Janet and Robert. By the way Robert, I absolutely appreciate how you respect your wife. Always complimenting her, telling her she's beautiful. You are a good man. Good husband. I love your program Thank you very much.

[@ezra4257]

My husband and I were at a dog park today with our GSD when a pitbull fight broke out: male vs. female. The male got a grip of the female and would NOT let go. Took awhile for the owners to get to the dogs (since the dogs acted so fast, and no, neither dog were ours), but when my husband got there as well, a man was hysterically yelling at my husband to punch and beat the male. My husband refused. Instead he took a ChuckIt handle, shoved it in his mouth, and twisted it like a break steak. It worked. He had this knowledge because of you. He doesn’t know I’m typing this and he didn’t tell me which video he watched so I just searched keywords on KZbin hoping this was the video he saw from you. Thank you for all of your videos. It could’ve gone even worse if he didn’t have that knowledge from you. It also helped that he was calm since he’s been a first responder and knows that emotional reactions like the other man displayed doesn’t do anything but make things worse. You’re awesome.

[@ezra4257]

And yes the female walked away but she had a gash from her eye to her ear.

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Uggg. So sad

[@TeslaNick2]

I like to train the "watch me" cue until really solid and use it to navigate past other dogs. I can then correct for looking away or allow glances and correct fixation as we progress. I also cringe every time someone recommends a "sit" or any other stationary position....crazy... "Walks let us reset". Yeah, there's nothing better than a simple walk with my dogs.

[@johnwilsonwilsom3154]

I'm an old Nam vet and was given a Mal .as..an award in Guam at the National Academy show up for Special Forces so I'm not a trainer just an old solider you and your Show is the greatest you have shown me a lot my Mal is 7 months old a little rough on me because I'm 82 years old and a lot of Combat wounds the only problem I have is the pulling and biting the leach God Bless you Brother

[@RobertCabralDogs]

God bless you brother and thank you for your kind words.

[@danielvanderspuy4095]

Hi Robert , I have an American Pitbull, we are from South Africa, And I LOVE your videos and your training helps so much!! Thanks for great work

[@Kiya-me]

I really love your knowledge and I'm grateful for the teachings. A lot of times you get side tracked and the answer to the solution of the problem is hard to follow and it's not clear. This is especially frustrating when you're new to training.

[@RobertCabralDogs]

please stick with it. you will get a hold of training!

[@eddievrocher4379]

Totally agree with you explanation on breaking up dig fights. The idea also works well in other behaviors where the dog's mind has become fixated. I like to use a car related example. You cant go straight to reverse fron drive. You have to go to neutral first. Startle the dog into neutral and then you can use a command, etc to get it in reverse or under control.

[@alisha_madariaga]

Damn I love a good analogy.. that’s a GREAT one . I’m gonna remember that now

[@TrainerNr7]

Thank you Robert for your work, i am from austria and i try to understand you in english but it works in 90%^^

[@mannyrosario3713]

I wanted to say thank you you had helped me a lot I am a person of a victim of a pitbull and I just started to raise another one my father-in-law passed away and it was his it was from a good breed quote on quote I've been training with him for about 3 months hard that's when he passed I've been watching videos of yours and you are very very helpful and others keep up the good work thank you God is good

[@johnharrison546]

My dog was attacked as a pup, he became dog to dog aggressive. He never barked or growled to keep dogs away he just waited till they got close enough to attack them. I used a prong collar to correct the behaviour. This worked for us. He has even met and played with other dogs under careful observation. I got a lot of grief for using a prong but it worked. He will now walk past other dogs without even paying attention to them walking the streets. He is a German Shepherd/Siberian Husky weighing 41 Kg without a prong collar I think he would still have this aggression.

[@beretta804]

A prong is only negative if it's used incorrectly.

[@lakescanineacademy]

I love your honesty and straight talking, you do make me laugh sometimes! You just say it as it is 😊😂

[@melodiezuber1817]

I absolutely love all your videos! Thanks! You and Janette are awesome.

[@iheartdbsquared]

LOTS of good information in this video. Very dense and meaningful material. THANK YOU Robert and Janet!!

[@jacobrepinski9951]

Lovely to Hear this and props to you for talking about braking sticks a lot of other dog trainers/people dont talk about them but they work really well if the dogs wont let go

[@stephanieanderson7208]

You're the truth! Real talk I love you

[@DavidLopez-cq5zp]

Excellent advice! I’m a dog trainer and I love your work. Nice job! Clear and honest dog knowledge

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@EncinitasBeeCo]

We listened to the whole thing. Good job.

[@aliciaz1501]

Love your honesty. Total truth!

[@shreksotherdaughters5830]

Bravo Robert

[@manontherun1074]

I come from a working dog back ground. It still boggles my brain why people consider getting Mallinos and Shepard breeds as pets with little or no experience. I have 2 minture Jack Russell Terriers sisters they do all the mischief, guarding and protection I need lol. Getting real about what you can give to a dog and what a dog can give to you will normally pair you and the right dog together, yet it's still not guaranteed to be perfect ahaha. I personally would love a Dutch Herder or Malinois, But it won't be happening before retirement and I'm not planning on retirement anytime soon. Thanks Robert for all the wonder knowledge and insights you are sharing.

[@CompleteK9Canada]

This is actually what I needed to hear. I am starting to work with my daughters chihuahua which is extremely reactive to dogs and people. Corrections are amping her up. I bought her an ecollar. However I am going back to the basics. Thanks!!!!

[@SherPunjabi86]

This is great! Thank you!

[@damaristighe3227]

I agree completely that these dogs are a special responsibility that require effort from the owner. I have a CANE CORSO and she's a very different dog to the Boxers and Dobermanns we have had. I loved that from being a puppy, when off-leash she constantly checks in and has great recall. She loves training and is the smartest dog I've owned. CHALLENGING BEHAVIOUR - When she was 6 months my husband totally lost his temper and she reacted with "yeah! game on, fight me" - a terrifying sight. I got her leash and calmly took her out of it - her behaviour changed in an instant. We never let her get away with stuff and always correct calmly. She's grown up eager to please and very loving. I feel fortunate that she's great with other dogs, even small snappy ones and is a breeze to take to the beach or dog park. I would not generalize this to the breed and see it as an individual trait - we are lucky with her. She's indifferent but tolerant with new people when we're out. When we're inside things are totally different. The biggest lesson I have learnt is that TERRITORY IS EVERYTHING to this breed and we have to manage her accordingly. It has been very effective to make her get behind us and make a big deal about being very friendly welcoming a new person in. If you can't put the time into understanding and managing their traits or are an undisciplined, short-tempered, shouty type THIS BREED IS NOT FOR YOU.

[@jessehutchings]

Very informative talk. Watched the whole thing. I just wish every dog owner watched this entire video

[@littleninjai222]

P.S. My Goofy T-shirts never came but the company is reprinting and reshipping my lost order. I hope to get them by June 5. Can't wait. Thank you Robert and Janet for all you share with us.

[@viniaedwards1062]

Hey Robert really love this video on dog dog aggression I can’t wait to see your podcast on dog aggression toward humans

[@mySatoriservicedog]

the guy was texting his dog,"Come back! right now! Stop that!"

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

Our almost 5 year old Belgian Malinois mix reacts totally differently to dogs when I'm walking her and when he's walking her. She's very protective of me (I'm the one who is home with her all the time). When she was at her foster mum's, she was apparently great with other dogs.

[@grahamrowland6681]

Great video. I can’t wait for the nervous aggressive video

[@carloremiendo6814]

Thank you. Learning alot from you.

[@eddievrocher4379]

Thank you Janet for all you do.

[@balancedk9trainer]

My female (desexed) American Bulldog, Slobber Chops, is one of the rare ones that shows major aggression towards male dogs! I have had a 5 dog pack for many years, and she always only shown aggression to my males! We now have 4 females and only 1 male, I have worked with her and she is much better now, but not a dog I trust 100%. As you said, you can not cure this, you manage it!

[@mikemyk]

Audio is great 🤙

[@BULL3TGAM1NG]

Audio is not good ,he has a very power hugry microphone (sure sm7b) attached to what you can tell by static noise is sub par audio interface. Whatever you have that mic attached to has not enough gain to power that microphone. You want a cloudlifter to power it so you can lower gain and reduce static noise.

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

Oh the live chat is not showing. : ( . Only a real man will apologise. Janet is doing very well : ) She must be a very special Lady. Now there is a topic Robert, is that dogs do suffer Mental Health issues. My Service dog was attacked at 12 weeks old. I made sure it didn't affect her but I have the experience to sort it out. She has only growled twice at a dog and both were off lead/leash puppies that ran up and got in her face whilst working. No aggression at all. A previous dog of mine was nearly killed in a dog attack and it affected her for rest of her life.She ended up with stitches across her throat. Agree totally about using e Collars incorrectly for aggression issues. Great topic , thank you Robert and Janet .

[@anjaurbanc6353]

Three minutes in the podcast I have to comment - thank you very much for redoing this and for apologizing by explaining your frustration you had the last time with the audio. Honestly, your reaction had angered me, and as I really wanted to hear what you have to say about dog aggression I even thought of cancelling my membership. I was sad that your ego got the better of you. However, as I really respect you and your work, it was also a bit of a lesson for my ego as I was fighting with myself whether to "fight back" or just understand that you are also a human being who gets frustrated at times, and acts accordingly. It's all too familiar! Thank you for everything you do. I adopted my dog Linda 8 months ago, and with your guidance we've built a strong and beautiful relationship. Now let me grab my knitting and go on with the podcast.

[@RobertCabralDogs]

I'm only human... I make mistakes like everyone else. Hope you enjoy the new one. We've got it dialed in with better audio and video now!

[@WeeTheSheeple]

THANK YOU. that is all.

[@ljkyekennels]

Great stuff I add your video to my Facebook!

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

There are very few trainers that will address dog to dog aggression in the same home, so thank you. Mainly comes down to stepping up and being the Boss - no more fighting from now on! I know, easier said than done. Keeping a journal also helps - might be at a certain time, location, resource guarding, etc. If the aggression is new, can also check out Dr. Jean Dodds to be sure it's not a thyroid issue. I honestly thought we'd have to put the younger Dobe down, but the trainer that I worked with gave us hope. You are correct, any time you let your guard down, things can resurface, so you always have to be aware. Larry Krohn does a great video on aggression in the same home as well. It's tough and most people just don't want to deal with it. Those that do, are dedicated that's for sure. This is the first time I've ever had an issue with males. Usually they're like guys - one fight and it's over. The females are the ones that tend to want to rehash things over and over again. I really prefer having only one female in my pack. An ice cold bucket of water sometimes helps too. Prevention is the key and noticing things BEFORE they start is best. Sometimes it's as simple as I'll be dog stops breathing and you better get on that because something is about to happen.

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

One dog, not I'll be

[@annylaurie422]

I am the opposite we have three females and they get along fabulously - got a crazy sweet male Aussie puppy and he is the instigator. I am working through Robert’s lessons with him and he is doing so well when he looks like getting over threshold I can get his attention and do some obedience which completely calms him down.

[@chriss9006]

I can listen to RC for hours

[@jodynewman7550]

Excellent, in depth analysis and solutions, 🙏🏼 If possible, please post link to “Anthony” dog trainer in New York. Thank you.

[@littleninjai222]

This morning while training my 10 months GSD (adolescent and impulsive) a man came right into the middle of the soccer field to pray. My pup went right for him as his back was turned but good thing I put the 50ft leash back in my hands and was able to correct him immediately. Proof why Robert always says you should train with a long-line. I've been continuously proofing my "Watch" command so he looks at me when we walk by dogs as he is dog reactive. Last 5 times I was able to get his attention while walking past dogs from across the street (that seems to be his threshold for now). If he lunges I'm able to correct him for not following the "Watch" command. When he does "Watch" I say "Yes" and give him lots of praise when he walks by successfully without growling and barking, despite the other dog barking or lunging at him. I never thought I could get here with him as he was always so focused on the other dog. I got him at 5 months and learned that he wasn't well socialized. My first dog and GSD (yes let the judgment begin). THANK YOU MR. ROBERT CABRAL!!! It's proof that "obedience obedience obedience" is the only way. There is no magic bullet. It takes a lot of time, dedication, hardwork, and leadership. The day I can walk head to head on the same sidewalk and have him be completely aloof to other dogs will be a day that I will be overjoyed. THANK YOU THANK YOU MR. ROBERT CABRAL for all that you teach us with your videos.

[@TeslaNick2]

Well done ! It does take a lot of work, but it's so worth it when you see progress.

[@littleninjai222]

@@TeslaNick2 Thanks Tesla. Did you go through this? Please give me some hope and encouragement. I can make this work with 5 dogs and feel really good and then on another day, he lunges/growls/barks at an innocent dog across the street and I feel disappointed. I do know this threshold. Anything less than 25 ft (i.e. across the street) and if he has too much time to focus in on the dog as we are approaching. I try to do the 180 and get him to focus on my but as we go back towards the dog (other side of the street), he goes off, and the other dog hasn't done anything.

[@TeslaNick2]

@@littleninjai222 Been through it with lots and lots of dogs including both my current two (I'm a professional trainer). It's not something that is ever "fixed", more something you and the dog learn to navigate through over time until you get it down. With my aggressive reactive dog - "Ted" (Patterdale-Jack mix) it only took 3 months of training to get him passed his reactivity, simply by building his confidence and showing him better coping strategies when he feels overwhelmed. He's now a pretty solid dog and has a thing for boxers, mastiffs and other much bigger dogs and loves chase. The other one will always be a work in progress. He was the one that was too scared to go out for walks or be a dog. His weapon of choice is his voice and it works... and draws lots of attention... A few times with tears of frustration, guilt and helplessness I just wanted to throw the towel in. That's when I new I had to dig deep and keep at it. It builds character. He can now enjoy walks off lead on which he may or may not "tell off" a couple of excited dogs (from a safe distance) and retreat. The "watch me" is now his default when on lead so unless proper craziness is going down, he happily trots passed on a loose lead, staring at me. If he was bigger I would have trained him on with the e-collar which would have been much easier. It just took time, a clicker and lots of practice sessions with known dogs on pack walks. He learned most of it by watching and copying the other dogs in the group. He was like the weird kid at school that no-one wants to play with until he found his rhythm. Bottom line is, don't wait for it to happen and then try to correct it, have your plan and proof it properly and use corrections during training, don't wait until you have no choice. Help your dog understand what a correction is with a clear path to how to avoid them. You also may be anticipating him reacting which will trap both of you in a loop. Having someone recording you and then watching it back will help spot anything that needs attention. If you ever find yourself surprised your dog didn't react, your mindset is wrong. I maintain the mindset of "I know he can do it if I give him the chance to prove it". Every encounter is a chance to build on success. I'm impressed at how well he did, not surprised. Expect it to take months to years to get really significant change. It's can be a very gradual process for some dogs and genetics often limit how much progress can actually be made. I could talk for hours about how to approach reactive dogs - overall stress reduction, identifying triggers, breed appropriate drive outlets, conditioned relaxation, clear windows of opportunity, counter conditioning, structured lead work, faith in handler drills, diet, reading the dog's signals, removing conflict, emotional fluidity.... it all adds up to a dog far more able to thrive. Never give up. Try different collars, leads, a harness, a clicker (essential in my book as the sound gets the dog's attention more easily in potentially stressful scenarios), ban corrections for a month and force yourself to figure out other strategies and skills (like leash and spacial pressure) or no force at all (errorless learning). Robert's "binary dog" back to basics approach is fantastic and there are lots of other amazing trainers out there using a whole variety of tricks and techniques that are worth experimenting with until you find your own path. Hope that all makes sense. Stay safe.

[@littleninjai222]

@@TeslaNick2 Thank you SO MUCH. There is a wealth of information here. Been practicing obedience and watch command. Building everyday on engaging with me. Today while training an off leash poodle came barking at my GSD pup. I quickly picked up the long line and started walking away and looking back to see where the poodle was (while his owner came running after him apologizing). I had forgotten I had the ball held up against my chest. When I looked down my dog was staring up in a heel looking at the ball and never even looked at the poodle. This shows me he is capable of it. I really appreciate you taking the time to write. All the best to you as well and be safe!

[@TeslaNick2]

@@littleninjai222 That's a beautiful thing when it happens ! Well done !

[@kateajurors8640]

16:15 Don't correct a dog for barking lunging or bitting at something. Correct the dog for not doing what you ask it to do

[@m24_4]

This is truly amazing. What you say makes so much sense. Thank you so much for putting this out there for free! Having a dog who is dog reactive has been a source of such stress for me, and I can't tell you how helpful this has been. Around 19:43 you mention some good reading - could you possibly link to that? Thank again!!

[@donolivergray9519]

First of all I am a student of nature, and life.Fear with domestic animals is anitiatiated , because of lack of proper socialization. To much to address in my comment.Many Mal's are not stable! Very nervous aggressive with a sharp temperment! Overall your analizations of the remedy's are except able.

[@margaretmeaker2830]

Donoliver gray.. wow!!! That's generous of you..

[@briandelaney9710]

I like your straight talking manner as well as the wealth of experience shared

[@asrotties]

I have two intact male Rotties in the house and never have they once went running the neighborhood. I totally agree with you that people are morons. If you can't handle your dogs, don't have them. I have also had multiple intact female pairings and had to manage them carefully, not once did we have a pregnancy. It's called management and being responsible.

[@BosomBuddyCreations]

You are the best!

[@Peter-vn8ue]

Hi Robert, My female rescue German shepherd reacts to dogs on a walk, so I walk the other way or cross the street, she also reacts to men, not all men but will not let other people pat her. I have had her for a month now and if you touch her face too much she becomes snappy and shows the whites of her eyes. I think this is all related to her being abused by her previous owner. When the coronavirus restrictions ease I will enroll her in obedience training. I use a choke collar on our walks and use the Leave it correction when she barks or tries to lunge at another person. I find if I say hello to the person approaching and they answer back she seems less stressed and just lets them walk by. She is a beautiful dog and I have come to the conclusion that she might be a dog that will never like other dogs or people but If I can reach a stage where she just walks along as they pass with no reaction I can live with that. I would love it though if she can overcome her fear of dogs and other people and make some doggie friends and people too. As I write this message she has lied on the floor right next to me and is fast asleep.

[@notifysend1015]

I had similar challenges with my working line Belgian Malinois with severe human and dog aggression. She would straight away bite and attack anyone that tried to touch anything she considered her resources or if they tried to claim anything she considered her territory or that would try to take rank above her. Good luck with your German Shepherd they are beautiful loyal and driven working dogs and a well trained GSD is one of the very best companions that you can earn the privilege of their trust and respect and some of the most intelligent and reliable dogs in the world that you can work together with as your partner. Do not touch the muzzle to much and stop before you reach her threshold and reward her when she doesn't snap and shows the proper behavior. Don't make strangers and people just pet her or let random people push themselves on her. Just let family and friends especially men throw some threats on the ground for her and just let them ignore her. Wait until and if she comes to other people for interaction when she feels like it. When you greet people on the street always keep in mind that the purpose is practice for her to learn first not for you to greet random people on the streets. And don't expect her to be friends with every other dog and all people just teach her to tolerate other dogs and people by teaching the dog that when other dogs or people come around good things happen and come from you so she learn to refocus on you for guidance and tasks when distractions appear. Also she doesn't need other dog friends or people just some regular short controlled positive interactions for socialization purposes that are not forced. The dog might need a little space and time and less expectations, you don't have her very long yet and the dog needs time with you. Forget about other dogs and people it is a big mistake, focus on YOUR interaction, trust and bond with that dog. You provide everything for this dog that she ever needs, you are her life line the one she will need to learn to look to for guidance, so she doesn't need to fixate on other dogs or people except you. If she wants to interact with other dogs and people then good and if she doesn't want to that is no problem either as long as she focuses on you for leadership and guidance and doesn't decide by herself to lunge at other dogs or people. That is really the only thing that matters for you and your dog and your relationship with the dog. Once this dog learns to trust that you will handle these things and that she doesn't need to worry about these things she will start to look more at you for guidance and will have less motivation to just randomly lunge at people or dogs. Forget about the possibility she might be abused and leave that excess baggage and dead weight behind, start fresh all that matters is that you provide good leadership, guidance and care. If you ponder to long on whether a dog is abused you'll only feel sorry for the dog and pitty is the last thing these dogs need, they need strong leadership, guidance and care. You can practice the scenario in a controlled environment and let a friend approach you and then turn around and walk away when you start to feel tension on the leash, do that a few times. Then you can approach your friend give her a command and correct her for not obeying the command, not for lunging or barking. With the barking you can teach your dog to bark on command so she knows exactly what barking means and then teach her to be quiet it is easier once they understand what barking means. You just need to be very patient and committed and manage the behaviors and decrease their frequency gradually, consistent management is key. You got this!

[@Peter-vn8ue]

@@notifysend1015 thank you for your wonderful words of wisdom they are greatly appreciated. I dont dwell on her past, unfortunately I can't change that. Part of changing her name to Rosie was a fresh start a new beginning for her and hopefully with me her future will now be a happy and rosy one.😀

[@notifysend1015]

@@Peter-vn8ue It is a good breed you picked if you enjoy lots of activity and want a robust trainable and biddable multi purpose herding dog. I had a German Shepherd before my Belgian Malinois. The best dog I ever had, never had to teach her any formal obiedience just the behavior protocols and pack rules through consistent structure and routines and lots of bonding 1 on 1 through activities together. The lunging and barking has become a pattern and you just need to earn her trust by showing you are the captain and take care of all those things and teach her a better more rewarding and less conflicting stressful pattern.

[@Peter-vn8ue]

Yes they are the most handsome, intelligent, and loyal dog on the planet in my opinion. in 1991 I had a male german shepherd who I raised from a puppy, he was very sociable with both dogs and humans as I made sure socialization occurred not too long after I got him. He was so smart and a loving dog and companion. I had the privilege of being his owner for just over 14 wonderful years with him. I did not get another dog as I had to start and do shiftwork not long after he passed and thought that would not be fair to my neighbors and the dog. There is one thing both my dogs have in common, they both love to carry a rock around the backyard in their mouths which they seem to find. Not long after dinner time, Rosie my current dog play bows at me and then loves chewing on my fingers gently for a while as I rub her tummy or touch her snout. I can put my fingers in her mouth and tickle her teeth and she never bites hard and understands its a game. I'm not sure if I should discourage this behavior or allow it, as it is a form of play and creates a bond between her and me. What do you think Robert? Thank you so much for sharing your words of wisdom with us in all your videos.

[@notifysend1015]

@@Peter-vn8ue I wouldn't discourage that if it doesn't bother you. Sounds like she has descent bite inhibition already. It's a way to train her to get used to people like you or the vet touching and inspecting her muzzle and cleaning her canines.

[@Toni_Snark]

The ones that got insulted were Uggs slippers-wearing guys, lol!

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

Almost every video of Joel Beckman is for reactive dogs. He's no nonsense and effective, especially with so many countries outlawing prong and shock/ecollars. Check out the Rottweiler named Creed video - it's his foundation video for loose leash walking and not reacting. I have also said to my 100lb Dobes and my Beagle/JRT mix whose revert to mode is barking - no bark or the walk is over. Of course you have to follow through that very first time so they know you're not crying wolf. Next walk, No bark or you're going home - your choice. I swear you can see them thinking about it - do I want to continue on the walk with Mom or Dad or do I want to bark and go home? For dogs barking in their own yard I say, no bark, that's his yard. He's doing his job. If that was your yard, you'd do the same thing. I get one whine and we continue on our walk. Works like a charm because they know I'll follow through and actually take them back home. Had to work with another trainer when my younger Dobe thought he'd try to take over at around the 14 month old mark. My older Dobe is laid back, but also wasn't going to let the pup take over. The pup ended up at the vet. Try finding a vet to neuter when Covid first started. Trainer said to work with the more fearful Dobe almost exclusively. We are now in Nose Work classes. Now able to be in the same room all night without muzzles as long as they're calm. Up to 1/2 hour outside with muzzles on. Starting now with 5 minutes off muzzles. TY for saying not to correct the barking or lunging as it tends to get worse, just correct what they aren't doing after you've asked them to do something.

[@DougHinVA]

a 'game type' APBT was developed to fight other dogs in pits in gambling operations. I learned about the Michael Vick operation in VA. Some dogs are NOT friendly to other dogs or people... Do NOT assume.

[@monasmith9208]

Thank you for addressing dog aggression. I have a 4 year old Akita mixed German Shepard who loved my Australian Shepard while he was a puppy. Now the Australian Shepard is two and my Akita Shepard is attacking him. What should I do? Please give me some advice.

[@DaventuresWithDrogo]

Great quality

[@Kristie-n5n]

I actually like your glasses. My question is this, i have a great pyrenees 11 months old. Gentle with my family and friends and neighbors yet when i bring him to say pet smart for the first few minutes he is a doll with the people then he snaps and everyone aside from me is the enemy in his eyes. I dont understand how he goes from being lovely to a scared barky nervous wreck. Will training help him? And what kind of training? Thank you so much 😅

[@hotrodharmon]

I have a dog that is good with most dogs but recently she has gotten into a few fights at the dog park. Ive tried to figure out why she is getting into fights but i cant figure out whats setting her off. What are some things to look for so i can diagnose why this behavior is happening?

[@lr7851]

I am new to listening to you and am already learning. Just an FYI I find it very distracting when you reply to the comments. Questions help but not just comments.

[@jessehutchings]

Ending note on herding dogs you described really well and I think I experienced that turn on/shut off drive with our shepherd tonight. He got super excited to play and started charging back and forth across the yard, stopping, growl woofing at me, charging again, so I grabbed his collar quick, told him to sit and lay down, he did both and as soon as he laid down his whole drive was shut off instantly and he laid there quietly until we went back inside. Total 180 degree behavior switch and, of course, we never trained him specifically to do that on/off .. You have to work hard to train all the basic stuff with shepherds but small things like that can be surprisingly automatic

[@donolivergray9519]

Any tool is only as good as the knowledge able ,skillful user of the tool !

[@mihaeladog7187]

Omg your moment of fun are hilarious … you look like your dad with glasses? 😂I see my mom every time I look in the mirror 😂 Love your talks 👍

[@benyaminbernasser2227]

Hi Robert...watching you out here from sea off bahamas

[@KoitKago]

Thankyou

[@davidcarson375]

Robert I have a 3 yr old GSD who no leash reaction whatsoever. I have a 6 month old GSD who is great off leash but reactive at times when on leash. I'm looking to see just what triggers this but haven't pinpointed it yet. Should I concentrate solely with the pup one to one, sorry that my seem a stupid question but I don't want to miss maybe something beneficial with walking with another non reactive dog?

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[@johnposthuma3665]

In about 6 weeks time Im getting a Boston Terrier puppy. I live in a rural area in Australia surrounded by a number of cattle stations that use working dogs to handle their stock. These dogs generally run in a pack behind the farmers truck to and back from the paddocks and I am already foreseeing major issues if I get caught walking my juvenile dog along the road if I meet the above scenario. What is the best way to handle this issue ?

[@robertm4141]

I have 1 year old Silver Lab and ever since he was neutered he has become very aggressive towards other dogs and now people. If I'm walking he will aggressively try to get at other person or dog. What can I do to stop this. I also have E-collar.

[@Kelly142877]

So addressing the tight leash and getting dog to focus on you, I have trouble turning 180 because she's pulling and lunging one a pinch. When she's that jacked up she is tunnel vision.

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

Pulling so bad AFTER she's already so focused on another dog? IF that's the case, can you try catching her earlier--at very first moment paying too much attention to the other dog? Perhaps start the 180 immediately when you first see the other dog, just to get her attn back to you? I've been struggling with this problem too (BAD, there's been "incidents" where he goes after other dogs). This method has helped a LOT, getting his attn back to me--plus a lot of extra obedience work. Dont give up. THE 180s ALLOW YOU TO DO A PROPER LEASH POP on a forward moving dog that's gotten ahead of you. Otherwise, you're pulling straight back, which cause oppositional pressure, & fires them up even more. Don't give up, good luck (& try those 180s EARLIER if you can!). Seriously, I've had Animal Control called on my GSD over this--he's 100% better now, but I've put in a lot of work. My walks were a nightmare. I had lots of injuries. Now we have a truly loose leash walk, and he's still a happy, not "over suppressed" dog. Good luck!

[@sissizhang9648]

?? I just rescued a Belgian Malinois female 7 months puppy. She likes jumping to other dogs whenever she met at my neighborhood and she played with 2 other big puppy dogs with big dogs very active nicely. However, yesterday I brought her to my 2 friends houses with 2 big very nice male dogs each of my friends and wish she can learn more communication with dogs but she act very aggressively jump and she bark at those nice dogs. Of course when she jump and bark at those dogs those dogs growing back but I just don’t understand why my dog did not back down like my passing away GSD dog did when she was a puppy?

[@KKano_Frost]

I made a mistake of owning a presa canario and buying pitbulls to start a business I have broken up fights and still will in the future l. I have lost a best friend of mine and when I say that I say dog. I can tell you anything you need to know about little red nose pits and presa canario

[@michelle7mostandardschnauz192]

So when you turn away from the aggressive situation do you then make a ‘sit’, turn back 3 times then as you approach do a ‘sit’?

[@lujzadziak5928]

Pit Bulls aren't molossers. They are bull-and-terriers.

[@iggibee]

Hey! I have a question, if anyone could answer as Robert probably won’t have time - my dog can sometimes get pushy with other dogs, not all the time, but she can chase a little too much, bark a little too intimidatingly right at their face and it’s not nice, as I said it’s not an all the time thing and she often does play nicely. She was socialised well when she was younger, and I only noticed this more jealous snappy behaviour after she got spayed at 1 year old. I’m thinking we maybe shouldn’t have done that, is she gonna be like this forever or can I improve it? As I said, it’s not a thing she does all the time , I’d say 30% maybe 40% of the time. Please help! Xx

[@margotvanoni3679]

Great video but my dog only attacks when excited for too long even my other 12 pound dog, who is not a threat to her 70 pound self, or a dog she’s bean playing with for awhile - it’s like she doesn’t have an off switch, no leash aggression or reactivity, can be near dogs no issue but unpredictable if she is playing excitedly

[@danaea5989]

My males are an absolute breeze. But yes my females are extraordinarily intense..

[@martinmenez8495]

Very informative! I learned a lot. Thank you. -martin (Manila, Philippines)

[@eddievrocher4379]

Do you see any problem with dogs playing in a Mouthy way as lo long as neither dog goes overboard with it?

[@tamichildofGod8249]

Okay you say female female worst combination. Do you think it's possible to correct the behavior? We have two females and they do know obedience. They are very trainable but we're starting to see some issues. One is resource guarding and the play is getting too rough.

[@kimlund219]

I have a Shepard and a chiweenie that don’t get along how do I get them to get along

[@Good.shepherd420]

Aw you had a commercial every 3 mins travis stevens just did this too KZbin thinks this is optimal.

[@markwilliams8058]

Fab info, have you known dog agression happen in different environments? At training class he shows no aggression even to the reative dogs but head to head down a single track lane he reacts. Thoughts?

[@DelightfulDissident]

Could be the stare down that's happening as the gap closes. Have you tried stopping and waiting for the other dog to pass without allowing him to fixate on the approaching dog? Just my thoughts!

[@bettymcconnell1011]

My vet said my 22 month GSD is to fearful and nervous to put a choke chain on her what do you think she is reactive to dogs otherwise obedience is great

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Use vets for medical advice and trainers for training advice.

[@bettymcconnell1011]

Robert Cabral thank you I have used your method for every lesson I have taught her so I trust you before the vet I don't want to spoil the work she has put into her obedience keep well

[@SGBULLSVEN]

Would Neutering a Male Dog help with aggression with other dogs, I brought a new puppy female, and my 6yo Rotti/Braco has really tried to attack her 2 times in less than two weeks , the puppy is really small so is not really any trigger of defense my Old dog had issues growing up he got attacker by his dog mom, also has resource guarding issues with me and food. Having him castrated might cool him off a bit? I really love him and would like to some what work it with the new puppy

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Neutering takes away behaviors related to the hormone testosterone. Intensity, power, dominance and such. It doesn’t elongate suspicion or aggression. Only training and socializing will do that.

[@GPDuchess]

I'm happy i came across this vid; i don't trust my 10 months old Malinois around other dogs and yes he seems to be the asshole one, the dominant

[@ashlysinfoandmusic8209]

You are sooo right. These shelters and rescues will basically give anyone a dog, so long as they can pay the fee, with ZERO education in canine & breed specific behavior. Yet many maintain indefinite ownership/rights to the dog, secured via microchip the “buyer” pays for. The very least ALL shelters and rescues could do is to require buyers/owners to complete online breed matching. People are freaking IDIOTS! They think m a small dog is easier, when the opposite is actually true! Other than one perhaps two small breeds, they were all bread to be killers, vermin killers. That takes a special personality now doesn’t it? If people want a great dog, don’t be another idiot, know you breed, everything about it, get a perfect fit, for both you and the dog.

[@eddievrocher4379]

Audio is fine.

[@joettaabston6537]

I realize you probably won't even seen this, but I thought I would give it a shot. Could I use a gentle leader?

[@MrBurty5]

I can't remember where I watched it but a dog that latches on to another dog will not let go take a leash feed it under the attacking do feed the latch through the handle then pull it tight strangle the attacking dog until it either let's go or passes out

[@michelewood925]

My border aussie mix tries to chase cars, bikes, motorcycles or anything that runs. I mean I keep her on leash and prong. She was lunging and reacting but I correct her and she rarely does it now. She can play with dogs but if anything like a toy or food or even me are nearby she will attack the dog. 2 females the other dog is calm and doesn’t fight back. I of course correct and remove her. She doesn’t draw blood or injure but I have to find a way to stop her charging and possession aggression.

[@alfietheauggie1108]

Aww great video🤗

[@findingfitmom9926]

Our younger boarder collie mix (6 yrs) started attacking our short hair collie (11 yrs) about 2 months ago. Before that they would occasionally get in spats but we discovered that was food aggression so we started feeding them separately. Now the border collie seems to be attacking the short hair collie unprovoked almost daily. We are considering euthanasia for the border collie but are hoping for a better alternative. ( we live on a farm, plenty of room for them to roam safely).

[@raegancowles6539]

How about all pitbulls owner should have a break stick and know how to use them.

[@MarvCritt79]

I have two cane corsos. My boys is 7 months and my girl is 18 months. She's jumped on him 3 times now in the last couple weeks and my family and I have had to break it up. It's been over a bone. But they're cool usually but you can see her punking him time to time. They even go in the same crate together. Idk if we should get rid of one. Help me please if you can

[@liannebenn2097]

זThis answer is very late but almost any dog will guard a bone. Giving a bone when two dogs are in the same area is asking for trouble. Why play with fire? Dogs that won't fight over anything else will fight over a bone. e

[@57colliegirl]

Never put two dogs in one crate !!!! Especially yours.

[@lali28212]

My friend shih tuz is so aggressive it always attacks my American bull dog