Why All Dogs Are Good Dogs | Alexandra Horowitz | TED

Canine cognition expert Alexandra Horowitz offers a peek inside the mind of your dog, sharing solutions to common "misbehaviors" that are often simply the result of a pup's attempt to communicate in a world that's very different from their own. Hear about the evolution and psychology behind your dog's actions -- and how to give them a happier, healthier life.
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[@meeganmisha6009]

we already know dogs are better than us ,,, my favourite animal.but now im reminded that they think we are so amazing, they think we ARE the people we wish we were,,, but we get cross and make them feel sad for being them ,,, they deserve more, thanks for sharing

[@DrVET-bq9ti]

Good behavior in dogs is essential for a happy and harmonious relationship between dogs and their owners. Some important factors that contribute to good behavior in dogs include proper training, socialization, and consistent reinforcement of positive behavior.

[@cristalumati]

I don't like the term "owner"

[@DrVET-bq9ti]

@@cristalumati I completely understand and respect your feelings regarding the use of the term "owner". It's important to be mindful of language that may perpetuate harmful societal norms and inequalities I think One alternative to the term "owner" could be "guardian", which implies a responsibility to care for and protect the animal rather than asserting complete ownership over them. Another option is to simply refer to oneself as the "person who cares for" or "person responsible for" the animal, which emphasizes the relationship and responsibility rather than ownership Ultimately, the most important thing is to prioritize the well-being and dignity of the animal in question and to use language that reflects this perspective

[@HakuCell]

@@DrVET-bq9ti are you ai?

[@DrVET-bq9ti]

@@HakuCell yes sir

[@godoyislasruben]

😢 7:18 person who can give 🎉❤😊😊😮

[@funnytv-1631]

“Do not worry that your life is turning upside down. How do you know the side you are used to is better than the one to come?“ - Rumi. The next time worry finds you, ask yourself Rumi’s question. Trade anxiety for curiosity. Breathe in. And keep going.

[@mrnice7570]

I love this ❤ thanks for posting it.

[@Iainsane]

Can highly recommend her book 'inside of a dog'- published in 2010 or so. As a 'seasoned' dog owner, I realise how little I knew about them, despite thinking the contrary. The book made me look at my relationship with dogs in a new light. A big thanks to Alexandra for compiling such a complex topic into layman's terms.

[@nellosnook4454]

Excellent message! 🐕 Thank you! 🙏

[@llestinge]

Thank you so much for giving a voice to all dogs ❤

[@GagandeepSingh-lu8kx]

That’s an age of living with dogs summarised.. no TED Talk has ever spoken to me so much and soothed me at the same time..

[@stlouisix3]

I agree

[@CanisoGaming]

Now this, is a TED talk I can get behind 🤣

[@ppg9036]

Love this!!!❤thank you! As creatures of higher intelligence, I guess it’s on us to recreate the environment and accommodate and better understand our furry friends!

[@sellorbuyfomo7710]

3 mins in and Wow this is very useful information i can apply to my life!! Thank you awesome people for being you ❤

[@caophuocthua8672]

Lots of interesting and helpful information in this video about dogs! Thank you!!!!

[@357Dejavu]

I miss my best friend. Thanks for this video!

[@travislindsey8645]

My dog knows what I'm saying for sure

[@caophuocthua8672]

In my old boarding house, the owner used to raised a dog. When he was a puppy, he's so cute. I spent lots of time play with him. So he often came into my room to play, to sleep,... He was quite smart and clever. He often barked when some strangers came into our boarding house. But when he was 1 year and a half year old, he became more aggressive. He often went outside to play and then the neighbors often complained that he bit their kid. I didn't believe and didn't know why. Maybe he was being in the puberty period and often chased the kid while they were playing. He was vaccinated the rabies but everytime he bit a kid, the kid's parent were always worry and make the dog's owner paid the rabies vaccinating for their kid. To prevent him from biting other kids, the owner had to chain him and imprisoned him. I were so sorry for that. He died in a rainy day while trying to catch a mouse in the sewage that was electrified by an electricity leaked wire at his 3 years old.

[@capcommunist]

Fascinating 🧐 Thank you for this!

[@lahart2003]

All have different personalities. Some are happy or crabby some are exceptionally smart and some are well... Just sweet. Lol. But they are all different! They have hearts feeling and souls just like us. And always there for you. So Dogs are not good. They are all of our Angles On Earth. ❤

[@stephaniejean2426]

Where else have I seem her before?...I'd recognize that smile anywhere.

[@Satans_helper]

Because they are :)

[@chucknappi6134]

My dog is the best dog in the world! He is my heart.

[@mrnice7570]

My dog is the best dog in the world, though I'm sure your dog is a great dog too 😊

[@user-ok5dn8lh1b]

... and my dogs🐾🐾😍

[@user-ok6iz1xs7u]

You mention hormonal changes in adolescense. How does early neuter effect hormone driven changes in adolescence?

[@rajeshchristian6197]

Our momu & Cooper also greet you It is a joy to see the love of our pet dogs for their owners, how wonderful the Almighty God must love us all. we are blessed by LORD.

[@ligiasommers]

Soooooo good , thank you 🙏🏻🌹✨🙏🏻

[@d.p.s8023]

I love 🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶 🐕

[@fburton8]

I like the background!

[@d.p.s8023]

Best friend 🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶

[@DrVET-bq9ti]

Good behavior in dogs is essential for a happy and harmonious relationship between dogs and their owners. Some important factors that contribute to good behavior in dogs include proper training, socialization, and consistent reinforcement of positive behavior. Training your dog can help establish clear boundaries and expectations, as well as teach basic commands like "sit," "stay," and "come." Socialization, or exposing your dog to different people, animals, and environments, can help them become comfortable and confident in a variety of situations. Consistent reinforcement of positive behavior is also crucial for maintaining good behavior in dogs. This includes rewarding good behavior with treats or praise, and redirecting or ignoring unwanted behaviors instead of punishing them. It's important to remember that all dogs are individuals and may have unique personalities and temperaments. Some dogs may require more training and socialization than others, and it's important to be patient and understanding as you work with your dog to develop good behavior habits.

[@cckkll]

Thank you! It is eye-opening. I think you and Temple Grandin are the best translator

[@somethingedgy2185]

👍

[@The6thelement9413]

Thank you! Well said! I’ve seen so many misbehaved pups and now understand why. Can you say that tiny dogs should wear diapers or use pee pads?

[@brocanova]

Dogs are probably the happiest when they are regarded as: dogs. Alas, they will never tell.

[@iamthisiam]

0:23 “…they experience the world different from you…” This is the truth of sentient life. No matter the level of intellect, all beings live by the condition of life, for us it’s the “human condition”. We may not always agree, but their is an objective truth to life and thus objective solutions. Communication is one of these solutions.

[@thatomofolo452]

Not all though 🙆

[@maiphuonginh8904]

My cute dog is the most precious gift I received. Luv u Bong, wish you always be happy in heaven❤️❤️❤️

[@gamingshub681]

@Sayd Khan

[@janetttyminski7295]

Once I realized a smell walk was just like a human reading a newspaper, I gave my dog more time to sniff the local news.

[@mygirldarby]

When my dog and I pass by our mailbox I always give her plenty of time to check her mail. She always gets a great many messages and she thoroughly reads them all. Very popular.

[@mrnice7570]

Whilst heaven is bursting at the seams with dogs , it's still waiting for the first human being to meet the entry requirements

[@clemfan1980]

This is why I have people have this pure hatred of pitbulls I have them and two infants and they adore them and protect them. Would I leave them alone for long periods of time no or in the floor with no but I wouldn’t do that with any dog.

[@anyagetman8596]

Pitbull genetics roulette. Darwin spins the wheel. After the horror I've been through, no pitbull will survive more than 5 minutes on my property.

[@shift-happens]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Humane Society of the United States, there are about 4.7 million dog bites every year in the U.S. 60 % of these bites happen to kids (Children ages 5-9 are most at risk) About half of all children will be bitten by a dog before they graduate high school (US). Most bites occur on the face. But yeah, sure....

[@AndersonSilva-dg4mg]

I love cats more than anything in the world! All Cats Are Good Cats.

[@Vineeth..v]

But you do love all other animals.

[@dudley5658]

In most cases I’ll take the meanest unruly dog over the nicest refined human.

[@lostinthelookingglas]

Lots of people in the comments seem to expect dogs to be something other than ANIMALS. Any scared predatory animal will attack their threat, even humans. An old woman will fight back if she thinks you're attacking her.

[@rooneychannel5841]

I like that but they talk very fast 🇻🇳🇻🇳🇻🇳

[@justoneman3916]

Some truth regarding common lack of owner understanding of dog communication. Dogs are the best creature on the planet however not all dogs are inherently good. Some breeds are born with some rather nasty traits. You really lost my attention when you started the old shame and blame parents or owners which is so wrong headed and counterproductive.

[@musabkazi4547]

Did a dog post this

[@ProfessorJayTee]

Why All Dogs Are Good Dogs-Except the fighting-trained dogs that kill people.

[@rogerklein6522]

Good dogs rip toddlers and small pets apart. It’s their fault for provoking my pitbaby 😍

[@RandomMusicWorks]

Been called a dog alot of times. I guess it's because I'm a good guy.

[@nixon5452]

Why do these people who claim dog misbehaviors are all "on us" never talk about the more serious misbehaviors? Is it a child's fault when they get mauled by a dog? Seems like dogs who do that are plain and simple bad dogs.

[@invox9490]

IMO if you can't raise a healthy happy dog, don't even try to have kids.

[@singh_anshuman]

r/dogfree

[@CassieAngelica]

Dogs are good BY DEFAULT. But they can be, and indeed often are “molded” to be evil.

[@CassieAngelica]

@@pankajchandwani21 Lucky you.

[@atheamarcosamir5633]

I wonder what Ms. Horowitz feels, if anything, every time another dog kills a baby. Oh, excuse me; I forgot that all dogs are good dogs. Forgive me.

[@SS-sg4eg]

I live in a city with too much stray dogs and every week we hear about kids being eaten and torn apart by groups of dogs. All animals can't be trusted

[@cdpgbc-mw2kz]

Who put those dogs, originally, on the streets, humans. Stray dogs = human irresponsibility.

[@mrnice7570]

Blaming dogs for human negligence and abandonment. Now that's low

[@SS-sg4eg]

@@mrnice7570 it's their nature, animals will attack and eat humans if they can so not all dogs are good dogs

[@mrnice7570]

@@SS-sg4eg humans domesticed a predatory animal, sometimes there are human consequences to human decision making. All dogs are good dogs. Nothing to do with their nature. Everything to do with training/health/communication/safety and of course pack dynamics which can ultimately be a destabilising force. Never known a dog to keep a slave, commit genocide or designe a nuclear warhead though.....🤔🤔🤔

[@meeganmisha6009]

​@@mrnice7570humans have always blamed others for consequences they causes! Intiduce a foreign species to a country - blame animals! Wild cat- damn cats. Same as angry teenagers or addicts - blame them, not thisr abusers or society.

[@Al-wafaMTV]

Dogs for outside of the house, not 🚫!!!!! Inside 💠.... ❤❤❤ Do good be happy ❤❤❤

[@biz7764]

Neighbour’s dog attacked and destroyed our pet cat right in front of our 3 year old in our own backyard. Dogs are more dangerous than you think!

[@vosechu]

I’m sorry you and your kiddos went through that.

[@mrnice7570]

Dogs are triggered like all sentient beings

[@mrnice7570]

@@kasim7929 last time I checked a dog has never commited genocide or designed a nuclear warhead, destroyed the climate, extincted every other living species, no that's humans

[@jaredjanssen4879]

Dogs are dangerous and I’m sorry this happened. Unfortunately, it’s not entirely the dog’s fault, they go off instinct. It’s the owners responsibility to raise a dog that fits in our society. If people don’t fulfill the dog’s basic needs and teach them how to behave in their environment then tragic things like this happen. People are responsible for their dogs. We all should do our research before making a choice to get a dog.

[@bravoanane]

A pit bull chewing a toddler to death or ripping the limbs of the elderly apart for NO REASON WHATSOEVER is miscommunication?

[@mrnice7570]

It's fake news. Doesn't happen that way

[@lostinthelookingglas]

Toddlers don't know how to play safely with dogs and sometimes hurt them. The dog is responding to being hurt by hurting back because they are afraid.

[@bravoanane]

@@lostinthelookingglas who said anything about playing? Toddlers have been attacked and killed by other people’s pit bulls!

[@mrnice7570]

There is always a reason, just because people there can't discern the reason doesn't mean there aren't possibly many including poor training, poor nutrition, dehydration, physical/mental or emotional pain, lack of supervision, abuse, medical issue, heat, seizure activity, brain damage....etc etc etc

[@PaperRaines]

I haven't clicked on a TedTalk in years, but I had to click on this one. I clicked on this one to say this channel has gone off the path of enlightenment it used to be on, and I'm now unsubscribed "Why all dogs are good dogs",pfffft smh. Sounds like the title of a Pixar movie 🤦🏾

[@-VForValhalla-]

They will be singing a different tune after getting bitten by a dog.

[@mrnice7570]

Nonsense, they will be looking at what triggered the dog

[@SalihSabir]

I just watched videos of dogs killing old ladies. What’s this lie?

[@milolll]

Dogs were wolves with down syndrome.

[@orionrei]

Dogs are still wild animals. They make constant noise, attack, injure and kill human beings. Keeping them close is insanity!

[@GagandeepSingh-lu8kx]

Keeping you out in the open may come to similar harm.. there is a basic animalistic trait in humans too

[@cpsoren12]

Dogs are annoying and gross

[@LuciFeric137]

What nonsense. bad dogs exist just like bad humans

[@MikkoHere]

Define bad.

[@happyguy8725]

Until they get hungry and then they will literally try and eat you. Nearly every dog will, small ones might try adorably

[@lostinthelookingglas]

A starving human will kill and eat you too

[@karolkrupa4051]

Not all dogs are good dogs