Sam the "untrainable" Belgian Malinois

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Sam came to us from another training facility that deemed him "untrainable". The original owner and several trainers gave up on him. We knew we could help Sam so we took him in. This was a dog that was extremely aggressive and was not even potty trained at 3 years old. After a few short months with Your Dog Guru, Sam is now healthy, happy and ready to find a good home!

[@nerine9301]

It is clear that poor Sam was badly mishandled, not once, but repeatedly. The more intelligent the dog, the harder it can be to undo the damage. I'm so glad you were able to do so for this beautiful boy!🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@det8857]

There are no bad dogs. Just bad people.

[@khaaleliilighntingcoronado9009]

My dog always hides my remote and my glasses. He's a bad dog lol

[@m_-.430]

Yes there is, what about that pitbull who attacked a defenseless pug or the pitbull that ate it's owner pfft get outta here

[@dianavance1137]

@@khaaleliilighntingcoronado9009 No he's not. He's probably young.

[@johnchase4408]

Yep

[@johnchase4408]

@@khaaleliilighntingcoronado9009 Friday night is pizza night. We order pizzas delivered. We put the pizza on the table. One of us goes to get napkins and paper plates the other goes to get Pop. If one of us comes back before the other, my dog will run to the front door barking it's ass off. The person that got to the pizza 1st always goes to see who's at the door. The dog waits until we almost get to the door and he makes a mad dash back to the pizza, pulls the pizza off the table and eats as much as he can. He suckers us more times than I will admit.

[@patconwell]

We adopted our Malinois when she was one. She was sweet, and had a lot of habits that needed to be trained out of her. After two years, she is a great addition to our household. This video reinforces the idea that with a talented trainer, a wary, "unworkable" dog can turn into one that walks around carrying his leash, needing only his owner's verbal/visual cue. GREAT video.

[@jkutches17]

Thank you for rescuing this Mal. Mine spent over a month at the humane society till i came along. Her pass/fail test was how she was with my kids and she was indifferent. I could work with that. About 3 months later, she's one of the pack, i mean family. This is my first dog so i have a special place in my heart for the breed so it's heartwarming to see this one make it. Honestly, it looks like all it needed was love.

[@riversavage5608]

This video brought me to tears. Good job, man.

[@polaroidsofpolarbears365]

If that made you cry, you need a tampon, ya big ol pussy.

[@markrichardson2684]

I have a year old Belgian Malinois that I started training at 2 months old. He is a fast learner. All his commands are by voice and hand. He is rewarded by love, treats or his favorite toy. Never had to use any e collar or spike collar. He is currently a search and rescue dog. Check out his videos at my profile.

[@microguard]

Thats a NAVY ,police type of a Dog...too powerful and smart to be a house dog..great job on the training ..

[@k9six185]

So the one I have as a house dog shouldn’t be a house dog according to you?

[@yosour6733]

Dan DeGraw correct me if I’m wrong but wasn’t the breed specifically bred as a farm dog not just for the cattle but to hunt and kill rodents also to work in packs to help trap for hunting and other animals Athleticism is in the genes so ya if you have one a house pet that you keep in your house 24/7 and take on a few walks around your neighborhood then you shouldn’t have one IMO

[@polaroidsofpolarbears365]

That's a Belgian malinois for ya.

[@cheesefries1229]

Thank you for saving this dog. I hope he brings as much happiness to you as you have brought to him.

[@amsaric]

So basically, when I planned on getting a Belgian Malinois and planned certain fence in mind, I unknowingly chose a fence that would have absolutely no purpose in my future yard.

[@erinschroeder7866]

+amsaric This is exactly why I have to laugh when a Malinois breeder asks on their buyer form if you have a fenced in yard, if the dog wants to leave a fence may not be enough to stop it. That being said there is a potential to get a Malinois with no interest in jumping fences, it just isn't likely.

[@pazrexthegermanshepherd4745]

an 8 ft fence wasn't enough to stop my gsds from getting out of tye house haha. i thought it might work out better but owning dogs that are meant to work and do actual work. ..Obviously it wasn't gonna stop them

[@jeffegg2]

+amsaric My Boston Terriers could have easily jumped over the fence in our backyard... They just don't. I've seen plenty of fence jumpers and climbers... sometimes it just happens.

[@GunsNBudder]

+amsaric My Mal would walk over a 10-foot chain link fence as if it was nothing more than a slight inconvenience. It wasn't even an annoyance to her.

[@gateway8833]

GunsNBudder you say a 10 foot fence won't contain a Malinois? Great to hear that, I just put in an 8 ft fence, crap. Hopefully my Abby won't try getting out. Man, she's going to escape ain't she?

[@kurtzimmerman1637]

Looks like you gave that dog just what it needed. A calming, firm influence and a job.

[@johnchestnutt6892]

It's great this dog wasn't given up on! Thanks to those who had a part in bringing the best of him back!

[@thereformedreader]

if this dog was on the brink of being put down then an e-collar is the least of our worries. very happy to see a dog enjoying work.

[@missionpupa]

+Robert Palmer Its still the same aggressive dog. Except, his aggression is now channeled constructively, a great dog to have.

[@ryanwhyte1019]

+reiwell del His anger isn't being channel end in any particular way. What are you talking about?

[@missionpupa]

Ryan Whyte im talking about the dogs fuckin instincts and energy. Its being put to use, otherwise it would be wrecking your house.

[@veto7767]

I think you're confusing the word "drive" with "aggression."

[@wintersart8397]

+Robert Palmer Amen!

[@susanmorgan9461]

He's done so well what a happy boy all he wanted was to work and be praised well done for giving him a chance and a loving home hes adorable X

[@nickhammer6408]

Hey Sam way to prove all the critics wrong. I wish people were as capable of learning!

[@markhealy766]

well done to this man for all his hard work and probably saving this dogs life

[@jcboom6894]

Looks to all he needed was the right trainer. Good job, both of you.

[@charlamartin9860]

THANK YOU FOR GIVING SAM A 2ND CHANCE!! MALS ARE SO SPECIAL BUT IN THE INEXPERIENCED HANDLER /OWNER TOO SAD FOR OUR MALS!!

[@sheilamack4504]

Wow, it took a special trainer! So glad for Sam!

[@stevepuddlejumperpilot6062]

Now THAT is impressive!!!! I lol watching him carrying his own leash at the end. :)

[@Daniel-ew9lo]

So happy for this dog 🙏🏻

[@kimberlyfrancis6040]

Thank you Sam for what you do !❤️

[@mokihaname]

Every time Sam jumps on something I kept thinking gymnastics. He deserves a gold medal!

[@DET_C0RD]

Love how he walks himself at the end.

[@jasonxoc]

hah that’s what my dutch shepherd does when I take her out. I just hand her the leash and she walks herself until I see someone else and then take it back from her so they feel safe. She used to chase after cars and ran / postured up to other dogs, I trained that out of her and she’s awesome.

[@DBD510]

GREAT job giving such a great dog a second chance!!!!!

[@bebomora7391]

Amazing job. That dog is awesome! And so are you! 😊😮❤

[@goperfect1919]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing and posting!

[@dixydogg4698]

Wow that's amazing! I have a malinois myself and I know first hand how much of a handful they can be, hes such a loving dog but still gets over excited when coming across new people or dogs, I would love to be able to have this much control over him to be able to walk past other dogs without having to hold him back and try and move him in another direction, one day hopefully we will get there, hes only 2 so plenty of time to learn.

[@billyrocket10]

Beautiful pup! Great training, just got a Mal rescue pup and he is a handful but a real love but and challenging. Great dogs.

[@GeorgiaDawg91]

For someone thinking of becoming a trainer, very impressed. And I admire your dedication to bring a dog from angry at the world and lonely, to an amazing athletic and lovable friend.

[@marziadecesare1785]

This is incredible, well done, every dog deserves more than one chance!

[@natesmith6713]

Wow. Great work you did with this athletic guy! 👍🏽

[@Locauna]

The pausing on the fences was amazing! This is the 1st time I've seen this task done! I've watched well over 100 of dog training videos trying to learn all they can do & proper techniques and variations for training. All of your work with this "untrainable" dog sure paid off ~ inspirational! Thanks for sharing :)

[@CSltz]

I must agree. I have seen all kinds of “tricks “ and even been in on a couple. Every time that I think that’s the best.Something new comes along like this. Great job! I truly hope that he’s still here. We had a handler that had taught his dog to limp with his front paw for the word “Sickcall”. This was useful in the cold. He would call out the flight chief. Then the duty officer would come out and put the dog on a medical waver for the night. This worked out real well. The dog went back to the kennel and the handler got a warm pickup for the night. It was pretty funny to watch that dog run around and then all of a sudden just limp around and you actually felt sorry for him.

[@tasha_111_]

So happy Sam got a job to do!!! He makes such light work of those jumps lol

[@hazor777]

God Bless you, Dog Guru! Love to see Sam get that 2nd chance - he's obviously happy because he has purpose, and that's what working dogs need. Just makes me sad for all the dogs people have given up on.

[@mjohnsto010275]

Outstanding, what a great effort with a very talented dog. Thank you for not giving up, Merry Christmas.

[@EviLxFifi]

This is beautiful! You can definately see the friendschip between dog and owner. This shows how a good trainer can get the best out of his dog and that you should never give up, regardless of what people say. Great example!

[@mijkolm8914]

Very good work with Sam. I have a Pit Lab mix that loves to jump too, but I never let him scale such heights as you have him doing.

[@troypower4733]

Good job, great to see such a capable breed doing fulfilling a purpose, congrats on getting Sam back to being a happy Malinois!

[@jamesbaker361]

THANK YOU for saving Sam.

[@trippaneramichael]

So glad to hear someone cared

[@Sugarcrispproduction]

Amazing. Congratulations and well done.

[@bigalbiggs]

Awesome job, Guru 👍

[@BBBYpsi]

Great job on the dog. You took his aggresiveness & gave him a job to do. Dog is now happy & healthy.

[@bodyeeze]

Awesome stuff mate, such a pleasing story ~ Nige (Australia)!

[@dhddh8455]

Nice work and what a trained dog ......

[@barrywood4491]

Great Job. recovery of a Great Friend.

[@19deltascoutA36g]

god bless this man and this pup for not giving up on eachother

[@jarrelldaniel4199]

You are great Sir.

[@jotrani924]

GOD Bless Sam and the fabulous trainers! :)

[@fbnc11]

Amazing work, great video!

[@Ian-jn8rk]

RIP Ace. Miss you buddy.

[@nadeemslater6873]

Brilliant man excellent work mate !!!

[@pk-fi1ok]

"NO treats, clickers, intimidation or harsh corrections used!" Let me guess: just "some" patience used here? Good work and my hat off, brother! I loved to see you two walking together with Sam carrying the leash in his mouth as a real dandy hero!

[@edgarburciaga4052]

Thank you Sam

[@HenryChinaski614]

Excellent job with this boy😻😻😻

[@danielsonscott3638]

This is awesome shows with persistence but kindness consistency and the right trainer can do I have two German Shepherds I trained them well they learned really fast they're smarter than a lot of people

[@ymp5000]

Great Job. Dogs always have a better life when you give them something to do.

[@kurtdeforrest5961]

these dog are amazing!!!!! my goal is to bring one in to my family. we have the energy and resources to train a well rounded dog.

[@ViscontiGino]

Thank you very much for sharing

[@Msalaspotja]

Heartwarming stuff

[@11kwright]

So lovely to see. Makes us all want to be dog gurus out of love. Can even learn from the unnecessary angry, expletive comments too. Love this video.

[@adokikennels2823]

Beautiful to watch!

[@markjurczyk]

Great job man, awesome dog !

[@charlamartin9860]

Beautiful dog!!

[@mpugliano]

Thank you for saving Sam

[@1984ProGamer]

such a nice dog now well done on his training see you used a shock collar for part of it but the dog looks so happy now would love one for flyball got a collie atm

[@gwenmarshall082]

I love it! My little Chloe was the same and she is so amazing! Thank you for this video

[@paulstyranovski7651]

Great job !

[@sorousharagorn]

Awesome man!

[@VCHADDAD]

INCREDIBLE, congratulations...

[@MisforMicah]

I agree. But the jump training with this dog was really impressive! Especially the balancing on the rail.

[@kels3972]

WOW!!! I can see why this breed & the Gernan Shepherd are trained for the military. They are beautiful dogs & with the right person to train them, they can become incredible!!!

[@otilracxdoodz123]

Such an inspiration!

[@MitchellShelby]

Sir, you are great with dogs, you’re definitely operating in your gift...

[@mmpressey]

Nice job and very great dog!

[@mapau143]

This amazing!

[@overtheturf]

Awesome video, very impressive

[@gtruff11]

Wonderful! :D What a good dog! Bless your heart for taking him in. ^^

[@MEL-cb3up]

Beautiful!!

[@crystalfourton4325]

Nice! Great job

[@margretfoley]

I adore my mally.. Thank you for saving this amazing animal..This earth needs more people like you xoxoxo

[@bluerock5351]

Great job.

[@ORego-em8yf]

Absolutely incredibly inspiring to watch! You are truly blessed, Ceasar can just walk away with his head down,

[@danmich6281]

This makes me cry

[@ekoehn9843]

Wow he looks so happy to be with you!

[@roymorris03]

great job

[@MissCedarbridge1]

very good training

[@iluvguildguitars]

Awesome dog, glad you didn't give up.

[@davemcmanus8910]

On a side note, nice job with him. You have really brought him into a trusting relationship which is great to see.

[@sinmore11]

How was that trust formed? I didn't see that...nor did this trainer give viewers any idea of HOW that would be trained into the dog. All I see is a dog in a inadequate crate size, being shocked with an e - collar to form his brain around choosing between which pain he prefers....but whatever makes you be able to justify it to yourself

[@davemcmanus8910]

sinmore11 LOL you seem pretty hung up on Sam judging by your endless comment trail ranging from month to months. Maybe you need therapy? a job? a clue about training methods? the list goes on there buddy.

[@sinmore11]

Oh, I see you're a non-critical thinker...typical. Dave, here's a clue about how YT works; people see my posts (even months later) and make comments and I come back to correct their way of thinking....simple. Of course your obvious arrogance believes you have the right to judge and comment on how I choose to spend MY time. Maybe you are hung up on people that don't agree. Maybe you need a _better_ job, maybe you have no clue about my training methods...of course how could you. You made a lame comment and that had little to no reason behind it, and now you are rightfully chagrinned...buddy

[@Tinohadji]

sinmore11 Stop speaking rubbish. The dog was going to be killed. An e-collar is not abusive. And this dogs life was SAVED YOU CRUEL PERSON! Also it says no harsh corrections were used. You can train a high drive dog like a mal, exclusively with a tug toy. Nothing done in that video is incredibly hard. Part of it comes down to the dogs natural atheltic ability. Want to know the commands? He did a sit, a down. He taught the touch command, which you can use to get the dog up on anything with just a hand signal. Rest is natural athelticism by dog. The heel was taught probably positively again with tug toys. The obedience like heel and walking next to him under distraction, probably did take some minor corrections. Thats the hardest part of the whole video. Above all it took time and patience. Because you cant understand it shows how little you know about dogtraining, just like all those other stupid trainers who gave up on dog and siad it was untrainable.

[@sinmore11]

Kep copy and pasting the same rant is NOT owning someone in several posts...jeez what a loser!

[@ggkoutdoors4568]

He’s awesome !

[@KIllInKIP]

Great job man! Sometimes all these dogs need is to know someone has faith in them.

[@Bushwacker100us]

Great Trainer

[@dptcruiser]

Sam U R a beautiful dog, and Sir U are an amazing trainer

[@user-lg4zm5nj8t]

Great job...

[@ireneshafer4821]

Boy can you help dogs that need proper guidance. Good for you! 👍💯

[@PigSty1985]

Amazing Sam!

[@dono3646]

Great Job! He Just needed a little love and direction. He's smarter than most of my quants and unquestionably more loyal. Again great Job!

[@jgjg3848]

Belgians are happiest when they are working. Nice job with Sam.

[@dannyclarke6024]

God bless you

[@francesmarshall8886]

With love, patience and positive reinforcement animals are teaching us those values and gives it back to you 100%.