The BIGGEST Mistake That New Puppy Owners Make...

[@JtRiddell]

I want to thank you for not shoving your products in our faces. Great information and it's not a forced commercial. Awesome stuff.

[@kixbagsandblocks]

Had puppy for 5 days now and my wife and daughter are making fun of me for following the dog everywhere she goes. I have stopped so many accidents and also catching her biting something she should not be. It’s tough, but it is rewarding

[@Silverbeardedsurfer]

Crate. Go outside. Reinforce marked toilet. Back inside. Supervised but on house line. Do some basic training etc. Crate. Go outside....

[@sarelito9202]

When puppies stay with their mother, the mama dog supervises them vigilantly.. When humans take over, they need to step up to their new role. Great video.

[@melodyzieg]

Exactly! I’m making my husband watch this.

[@anayarora4661]

Is a crate cruelty?

[@sreign1]

@@anayarora4661No

[@TonjaBercher]

Guilty of too much freedom too soon! Thanks for that reminder.

[@rachelcrossen8136]

Yep. I don’t understand those videos people post of destroyed homes. Your puppy must have been loose and alone for hours to do that. Why?

[@astridmaack4516]

Because work? You can train a dog to be left alone at home or you can crate it. Pros and cons with both

[@Carolinagirl1028]

@@astridmaack4516 Or you can do a mixture, which is what is being recommended here. Using a crate doesn't mean you don't train your dog to be left at home, it means that until your dog is well trained on appropriate behaviors you crate them when unable to be with them. Once those appropriate behaviors are well established than you can stop using the crate for increasing periods of time until you aren't having to crate them at all.

[@astridmaack4516]

@@Carolinagirl1028 that’s true. I personally would use a puppy pen along with the crate to allow for the dog to move around and not feel stuck. :)

[@wholesome122]

In Sweden it’s illegal to crate your dog.

[@ertfgghhhh]

@@wholesome122and.........?

[@SheaRecordmetal]

100 percent agree with the crate training advice. You should never use the crate as a time out for bad behavior it never works. It's supposed to be their calm safe place, NOT A JAIL. I made this mistake as many others have.

[@imnotmike]

I use my dogs crate as a time out for bad behavior and it works very well. They love their crate, but they want to go in there on their own terms. They don't want to have to go in there because you tell them to. But they feel safe in their crate, so if you tell them to go in their crate, they don't feel scared or anxious. You have to teach them to go in their crate on command, and you have to teach them to wait in their crate with the door open, until you tell them they can come out. Once you've taught them these behaviors, go to your crate is one of the best training tools for a dog. It's perhaps the only negative reinforcement training technique that actually works, because they always feel safe in their crate, so you can give them negative reinforcement to correct bad behavior without activating their fight or flight instinct, which negates any training.

[@THE.RIVERA]

@@imnotmikeagreed

[@AryaForce]

@@imnotmike One of my dogs did this. He loved his crate and whenever we caught him doing something unpleasant we told him "go to crate" and he would listen. Sometimes he go there voluntarily after realizing his mistake. He would come out when we called him or he deemed it safe to do so. Aside from that he always liked staying in his crate because it made him feel safe. Though one time I spotted McDonald's ketchup packets and wrapper in there. Both my mom and I wondered where this all came from till we guessed that the people renovating our floors may have had lunch and left the lying about. Our dog may have taken them and stowed them away in his crate.

[@Tamarindos9]

i think a lot of us in Europe find the whole idea of a crate totally bizarre.

[@drawingout.net-vmcg]

P​@@imnotmike

[@anacatalinaae2199]

I followed your videos for training my adopted puppy. I adopted him when he was 5 months. He is now 2 years old. The videos worked extremely well. Supervising the puppy to teach how to make good decisions was key for a good behaviour. He was definitely not destroying the house. However… the consequence in my specific case, of supervising him so well, and most of the time, was that after a few months that I finally stop working from home, he developed separation anxiety. I spent so much time with him, training him, supervising him etc, that he got too attached to me. I don’t regret all the good training. I just had to add a training process to get him through separation anxiety. I would suggest with my experience, to be mindful of having periods where your puppy also learn how to stay alone and calmed

[@danigirl103]

I agree. I got my puppy six months ago while I happened to be home most of the time and realized very quickly that training him to be alone was just as important as everything else. Bc I started early, he NEVER barks when we’re gone. And I mean never (we have a cam). He whines for about three minutes when we’re abt to leave sometimes but he settles so quickly and we’ve never come home to an accident not even once. His training isn’t done obv but he’s so well behaved considering his age and breed being predisposed to separation anxiety. Solo training is so important imo

[@sparks8934]

I’m disabled at home most of the time and I have the time, I’m just not sure a puppy would be happy with a lifestyle is indoors most of the time. Like many others I live in a place that doesn’t have access to a yard. Ugh I really want a little companion again and I love dogs. Thank for the training tips it is so necessary.

[@caithlinmeave4305]

Dogs are pack animals so being alone , especially when they’re young, is never going to be nice for them

[@ML.0345]

I recommend them to everyone that will listen ! Our dogs aren't perfect that's because of us not following through but they wouldn't be as good as they are with them I love them

[@cherylschumaker1366]

How do you train a dog for anixeity speration.. especially if your not there to correct the problem...My other 2 never had this problem my New rescue that is a guesstimate is 1.5 years old barks yells and cries whines and is now in eliminating even if I let her out for her to do her business and I see her go to the bathroom.. when I leave her for the whole 3.5 hrs, that I'm gone from the house...I've had her for 17 days now

[@HorticultureCCEAllegany]

omg, so much to learn. I just got a pitbull/sharpei puppy and the last time I had a puppy was 15 years ago, I feel like starting from scratch again, nervous about doing it well, not repeating mistakes from the past... little anxious about it, a beautiful new experience.

[@BoguZzNL]

The fact that you're anxious and are here watching videos about raising puppies tells me you'll do fine. Most people don't bother looking anything up and just wing it.

[@tinapayne3802]

I am just getting my gurst puppy i am very anxious and want to get it right so any tips about raising a puppy would be great

[@alexiscrawford8206]

I feel the nervousness so much. I’m getting a standard poodle puppy in a few weeks and I haven’t had a puppy in 11 years when I was ten.

[@superchinmayplays]

havent had a puppy ever, my father just randomly got one home when i came from school yesterday

[@mydemon]

I admire this woman. Sounds confident, knowledgeable, doesnt miss a beat.

[@scarlettdevina7054]

She supports crates. Those are illegal in most countries because animal cruelty

[@MadeByIsmael]

Crates are most definitely NOT illegal in most countries. And the countries where there are laws regarding crates, those laws are about how long the dogs should be in crates. So pretty much the laws only reinforce how crates should be being used anyways which is not leaving the dog in the crate for the entire day while you're at work​@@scarlettdevina7054

[@paagyantilifanica5485]

⁠​⁠@@scarlettdevina7054did you not watch the video, or?

[@snorman1911]

​@scarlettdevina7054 crates are not cruel when used properly, and are not illegal "in most countries".

[@scarlettdevina7054]

@@snorman1911 dude do your research they ARE illegal in most countries.

[@cindyc4463]

so grateful for your advice! we are 1 week into our adoption of a 10week old goldendoodle. He already has responded amazingly well to your techniques. We couldn't be more thrilled!

[@JACKSPARROW-iy7rw]

GOLDEN DOODLE bwhahaahha

[@dianelowrey4339]

We are picking up our 8 week old Golden Doodle Sunday‼️❤️ we can’t wait

[@squishyhanjisung7330]

we just adopted a goldendoodle too 😭

[@AnzuShibaInu]

"Adopted" lol

[@Aroacerat]

Congrats on the pup and I wish you well on your journeys to come. I know this comment is old, but he is still a pup, so gl either way.

[@HockeyGuy_in_STL]

I can totally relate to this video! After my wife and I got married, it took only 9 weeks for her to finally remove my line! Now after 14 years of marriage, I can’t wait for her to take my crate out of our bedroom! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯❤

[@JtRiddell]

😂

[@epitome01sig]

😅

[@sociallyactive8094]

😂😂😂

[@mollyskye3216]

Your videos have helped me so much! My boy is only 9 weeks and hasn't had an accident going on 4 days now because of supervision, crate training, and taking him out all the time

[@perfectblueeeee]

This was a great reminder for all the information from a lot of your videos! I needed that, we’ve had our puppy for a week and definitely needed to hear we gave him too much freedom. Thanks!!

[@lailinshale]

treat a puppy like a young toddler: eyes on is best, but provide safe containment when you can't

[@kristino5005]

Yes, this is so true. When we don’t supervise and contain toddlers, the parent ends up being frustrated at the toddler for doing normal toddler things that they can’t control. When we provide supervision and containment, the toddler can’t get hurt and they can’t make any mistakes that will frustrate the parents. Everyone wins. Baby gates and playpens were the best tools in my parenting toolkit. My babies and toddlers had wonderful safe, contained spaces with safe toys and comfort items and we were all better off for it.

[@kurt5782]

My dog is 8 years old and still has his crate. I never got rid of it, he loves going in on his own accord and just laying down. it was never discipline to be in there, it was only bed and I am leaving, it was his space. its been 5 years since i locked him in, but it still is there for him to go into when he wants.

[@meetrec5831]

How did you train him so well and make the crate feel like a safe space? My 7 week old beagle hates the crate and keeps whining relentlessly.

[@lalaland9646]

@@meetrec5831how is he now?

[@heatherruble3177]

Great advice! Our puppy now LOVES her crate and goes in it to nap. We do not have to lock it anymore but that is her safe and comfy place.

[@monicaluketich6913]

My 10 yr old border collie still has his crate in the living room. He knows how to communicate with me by where he stands by the crate. Left side is food, right side is water. My last cat even picked up on those signals and used them in the same way!

[@LilyMagick]

I’m going to be a first time puppy owner in a couple of weeks and feeling nervous but very excited. This video was helpfu, thank you!

[@TonyaNicole7]

Congrats I will also be a new owner

[@meetrec5831]

Hey.. I got a pup 2 weeks ago and I'm struggling with disciplining him. How is your training going?

[@sandysrijith3310]

Me too very soon 🤭

[@Jemmyjo]

Kind of wondering all these months later how you all are now with your pups?

[@mchellegilchrist2972]

I use the crate for sleeping and the play pen for your busy times. It's starting to work! I have a 3 month old mini whoodle.

[@Spyxhunt]

Crating is a life saver!! Also whats a whoodle?

[@MaiCohWolf]

@@Spyxhunt I'm guessing a wheaten-poodle mix or a whippet-poodle mix?

[@Spyxhunt]

@@MaiCohWolf that's what I was thinking, too

[@davidserlin8097]

This is a great informational video, but the best part is seeing that little black puppy with white striping on his belly. What a sweet pup! 😍

[@rhondalea4450]

I still have my first collie's long lead from 35 years ago. McCann vs. McCann back in the 90s. I remember seeing your family photos, Kayl, as a wee little girl hanging up in the training room. Very special times.🐾🐾💗

[@naten4045]

Excellent videos. I made so many mistakes with my prior dog and he kept bad habits until his old age. I feel much more confident with our new border collie pup following your advice. Only 5 days in and we are already getting a routine down that seems to be working very well.

[@davidsmisc1351]

Did you manage to crate train? I have a BC and after three weeks I’m giving up. She’ll only settle if I’m outside the bars interacting

[@tanyaz5121]

As soon as you asked that question I knew it was going to be “ freedom” because that’s my mistake right now! Lol but these tips are super helpful

[@Soundless_life]

When my dog was a puppy she had too much freedom now I've learned and am not making the same mistake twice with my new puppies. Also never get 2 puppies at the same time too much work

[@lw9908]

My dog loved his crate so much through the almost 10 years we had him. He would go into it all the time when he wanted alone time. And when we took it away, he looked for it, even going to the extremes of pulling it back to where it "belonged". We just let him keep the crate in our living room. He was so happy to keep it. We never used the "house chain" with any dog we've had. my last was a super weird dog, he didn't want to be left alone without someone. But at the same time he was PERFECTLY FINE being left alone when for hours when we had to go out (no more than 5 hours). No separation anxiety or anything like some other dogs/breeds experience when they're kind of clingy. This is such good advice and it's something to keep in mind when getting a new puppy.

[@bdb3350]

Same here. My last dog was crate trained as a puppy.his crate was his house.

[@rocknral]

Not sure what you mean " he didn't want to be left alone without someone, but at the same time he was perfectly fine being left alone...." ????

[@farmermisshelley5775]

My 3yo GSD no longer NEEDS her crate but I still keep it available, door open for times when she just wants to go lay down, in her crate, if she so pleases. But most of the time, she just quietly follows me around the house like my little shadow now because she's literally attached at the hip now xD love her so much. I even keep a dog bed under my desk so she can lay there comfortably and stay close to me :)

[@karlashmeedavlasta6365]

The first four weeks I was 24/7 with my puppy, didn't even go getting groceries. I was so exhausted after only two days! But I was a first time owner and didn't correct her a lot and she had a very high energy level. After a few months I got help from a trainer and she introduced the house line. Bug difference. Nowadays I am very satisfied with my dogs behaviour, even tho she is not very obidient but behaves properly by her own. Next puppy I would do things a little different, tho.

[@CricketRodeo]

What would you do differently, other than the house line?

[@karlashmeedavlasta6365]

@@CricketRodeo First of all, I would trust the breeder. He told me, that this puppy was high energy. But when I came to visit, all I saw was a sleepy puppy....I believed, they wanted to sell me the runt. Second, I would get the puppy a crib....so I can put her there safely for a few minutes. I would not put her in a crate, tho. And then I would be more firm. I didn't pull thru with my commands. I believed, it would be enough to show her my disappointment and my opinion. Now I know, dogs function differently.... On the other hand, at the end she turnt out very well. Couldn't ask for a better dog, very gentle, social, caring, confident, not scared at all...love her!

[@CricketRodeo]

@@karlashmeedavlasta6365 thanks for all the advice! What's your reason for not recommending the crate? I keep hearing conflicting views about that...many say the dogs like it but they like the crate with a roof so it's dark like a cave, and others say crates are mean. Does it just depend on the dog's personality maybe? I'm so glad it all worked out for you and that you did a great job training and have a great dog! We want to get a puppy (for the first time) so I'm trying to get well-prepared to start things right! :)

[@sarawest7075]

What would you do differently?

[@ChadandLorenNicoleSimons]

IMPORTANT Do NOT leave the leash line on your puppy or dog when he is unattended - he can get tangled or strangled or hurt.

[@neneishe-op7vf]

But she said have the leash on 100%

[@linda-x9t]

​@@neneishe-op7vf the key word in the above sentence is 'unattended' , common sense would also be required when using a line.

[@pursuehealth940]

​@@neneishe-op7vfnotice that she removed the line and clipped it to the front of the crate while the pup was created. So, obviously not 100% of the time, just while supervised.

[@juniorblake6242]

My puppy is so amazing, couldn’t have asked for a better pup as we are learning together

[@Emily-kv3uw]

Thank you so much for this information. This is my first time training a puppy, so I don't really know what I'm doing. My puppy likes to explore the world with her mouth. She is eating her chew toys that are supposed to be for aggressive chewers, as well as her blankets. This will be very helpful. I am currently working on trying to take her out for more walks.

[@brileygabriel4949]

Thankfully, both my wife and I work from home, so we are able to be with our puppy 24X7. I have owned and trained many dogs in my life, and I agree. People get home and immediately give the pup the run of the whole house. BIG mistake. We've had our newest puppy home now for a week. When I am working in my office, which is in the corner of the my living room, I put on his lead and and loop the other end around the legs of one of our heavy sofas, so that he can only move around in the living room where I am, when I am there.

[@lindahill1199]

My dog used his crate for his bed after puppy training. We never had to shut the door after he was trained, he just went into "his" rest zone.

[@reneelee3881]

Thank you so so much for your work and advice - it has really made a huge difference in just 12 hours and I was at the end of my tether and things were getting horrible for me and my wee boy. Very grateful xo

[@julieann6585]

Thank you! Our Coton de Tulear puppy is coming in less than 2 weeks, I can't wait! It's my first puppy, but my husband has had 13 dogs at one time when he grew up on the farm. Looking forward to our new baby.

[@michelelabounta6578]

They are amazing dogs. I have two

[@AngelinaOrtiz-w3q]

⁠am getting one in 2 was also

[@gardenbyrd]

Yes, a very good explanation of supervision, I tell my family this all the time. I always hear " I'm right here" but you are not paying attention to what they are doing.

[@bhampatty1]

Wow! What a great video! Our puppy is only a few days old so we won't have him home with us for 8 more weeks, but I am trying to be prepared. It's hard to start out wrong and end up right.

[@JandG2]

My dog is 3 now and is a great dog because of your videos! I started using the puppy methods when we got her at 8 weeks and she is now a fun and wonderful adult Corgi!

[@Rongon85]

Wish I knew some of this when I got my puppy 5 months ago. The house line is a great idea. I use a metal playpen for my pup during the time I can’t watch him, which is a life saver.

[@elisabethgardner6321]

My dogs get not trained in a crate, I'm always home and they all trained to lay on the big pillows. It works very well.

[@masonfirstunitedmethodistchurc]

There are a lot of things we didn't do well with our border collie because we didn't have this knowledge, but somehow we must have done something right with the crate. The crate was his safe space and he preferred to be in it at night and during thunderstorms or times when he might otherwise be anxious. We got to a point where we didn't shut the door - he would just go there because it was a place he felt safe.

[@larsvegas1505]

Thats just because dogs are very prone to habits.. they like to do the same stuff every day, get food on the same times etc.. I wouldnt reccomend getting a crate though.. people tend to put their dog in the crate and lock it in way to often ... i just think thats sad, a dog aint no hamster.. Ive had 6 dogs so far from puppy, never once used a crate... Usually takes about a week to house train them.. Also a boarder collie is a very hard dog to get/keep/train... they need a lot of attention and atleast 2 hours of walking off leash every day... if ur not up to that then ur doing ur dog a disservice.. u shouldve gotten a hamster dog at that point cause all bigger dogs really need their walking times.. but esp working breeds like collies... If u do the 2 hours u will see that ur dog gets to be a lot more fit/healthy but also more satisfied overall.. And at that point u dont need a crate anymore cause they will be happy to just nap on their spot cause they want to save their energy for the next walk!... wich they know is coming up. Id say the biggest mistake people make with their dogs is not walking enough... and ending up with a frustrated dog that has too many left over energy.. And when they get older it esp gets important because they will also live a lot longer if they have a good physical condition..

[@BrettWoodPiano]

@@larsvegas1505 Crates are fine, they aren't like a little jail to them like they would be to a human. In fact, dogs will often prefer their crate if crate training is done properly. My 7 month old yorkie now has complete freedom in the house and regularly naps in her crate by choice for hours. Also puppies aren't typically going to be fully housetrained 2 weeks in if you are getting them at 8 weeks so I am assuming you get yours a little older...when they are very young crate training can be super helpful when you can't supervise them 24/7

[@redschafer7804]

@@larsvegas1505 wow you must have had some easily trained dogs or dogs that didn't chew up things that being said most dogs like being in the crate because it act likes a den for them its their safe space our 130 lb bull mastiff liked her crate because it was a rest bite from us kids trying to play with her 24/7

[@juliecrowe5252]

​@@BrettWoodPiano a cage without the door shut is not a cage

[@juliecrowe5252]

​@@redschafer7804 so the dog is in the cage to prevent house damage that's a pro for owner not for the dog

[@user-oj8ss4zq3x]

It’s crazy seeing the difference between different trainers. Some trainers will tell ya to get your dog to correct behavior without force but rather redirecting and then I watch this and it’s basically the opposite . This is gonna be a fun ride.

[@sarkaztik3228]

This really isn't force, though.

[@hippiebits2071]

Not sure how that was your takeaway from this video?

[@bardnightingale]

Where did you see force in this video?

[@antisocialbutterfly3505]

Thank you so much my baby is 7 weeks and I just got her last week and I’ve been finding so many helpful tools. We are crate training now, she has a playpen as well. She is progressing. Today I will apply the leash but but not a leash. I hope this works as well. Thank you!

[@Heartofitall9691]

PERFECT video!! It's too bad every dog owner doesn't see/listen to these words of wisdom-what a different world it would be!! So many puppy owners wouldn't give up when the going gets rough, and I'd be willing to bet dollars to dog donuts that shelters wouldn't be overflowing!! The average age of shelter dogs is that adolescent age between 1-2 yrs when the novelty has run out and their cute bundle of fur has grown and become a wild, destructive lil monster bc the average Joe just didn't understand how to go about proper training and communication from day 1. You're doing the world and especially dogs a wonderful service McCaan Dogs - keep up the good work! You are appreciated!!!! ✌️ and 💕 to you all!!

[@McCannDogs]

What a nice comment, Michelle! Glad you’re finding our KZbin channel so helpful. Happy Training!

[@2Peachcobler]

Another good reason for crate training is a lot of times when you have people come work on your home like plumbers etc. they want your dogs in a crate or confined and do not want them in their area so if your dog is crate trained it is less stressful on the dog if they are already trained. I know my neighborhood whenever I have to have anybody from the gas, electric or phone come in I always have to have my dogs contained.

[@cy-fairclean8458]

My Jack Russell had total freedom when we were out the house and never tore up anything. She had plenty of toys and access to the outside via a doggy door. She also took to training very well so no issues.

[@valkyriesardo278]

I like the puppy line idea, particularly cutting off the wrist loop at the end. I would fear the risk of strangulation if the line is clipped to a collar. Would it be safer to clip the line to a body harness? I would feel anxious about leaving the line on the puppy unless I was in the same room. I've had my best success with positive reinforcement of good behavior and using bait and switch instead of scolding for bad behavior (example: give him a chew toy when taking back your slipper)

[@Orangeshebert]

Wow a super realistic and informative video. I love the practical instructions. Also was helpful to me that emphasized many times how puppies go through various stages. Thanks for posting this. I’ve been watching many of your videos.

[@HS-wp5vb]

The one thing that always amazes me is the use of crates. I live in Germany and quite honestly, there are no crates. I have never seen a dog crate in my whole life. It seems dog education is also a cultural thing that different nations do rather differently.

[@karensullivan8111]

Similar to statistics and America.

[@marthaboyd8317]

That's a very good point. My Russian coworker never uses a lead for her dog. It followed her everywhere

[@guydavies3035]

I agree; I am British, but now living in South Africa, and have never used (or seen) crates being used. Training any dog takes time, application and patience. Maybe crates are useful for people who (for all manner of reasons) can’t make the commitment to train their dog? I know I have to plan my life and my commitments carefully, when taking on a new dog. It is a full time job initially, and I eat sleep with the dog for the first few days and even weeks, until we have a routine and a clearly defined set of boundaries (both physical and metaphorical). Once they begin to fall into place then it is just an ongoing commitment, as with any relationship, it appears to me that the more you put into the relationship, the more you will eventually get out of it too! Sure I lose the odd sock in the process and have to mop up piddles and poops…but if you do spend time with any new pup they all give off different signals that they are about to leave a present! Personally. I would not like to cage any of my dogs. But then again I don’t cage my kids either, so it is no surprise!

[@GIGI-lv1qt]

I’m gonna start watching this channel I had a puppy who wouldn’t eat I had to hand feed him and refused to sleep in his bed had to be with me I tried training him putting him back in his own bed he would come right back it was exhausting I’ve come to realize every pet I ever had was bad and entitled and I need help this time around ❤

[@benjaminvos3365]

This seems like solid advice. I have a question in regards to barking for attention. My 7m/o gsd has recently found out how fun barking is. I have always ignored the behaviour and never reinforced it. I tried the techniques which involved removing yourself from the room whenever he barks at you. But don't find it very effective. He'll just do it again once we come back and settle in the livingroom again. It gets tiring fast opening and closing doors for more than a week everytime he wants your attention. I've now resorted to smashing two pot pans together and he seems to get the point for now,. If there are any other techniques I'll be willing to try them. The quiet command will just result into a situation where he will figure out: demand barking results in a command (quiet) followed by a treat. I am not saying the quiet command isn't effective for example when he barks at the doorbell. But for demand barking where he barks at you for attention is different.

[@McCannDogs]

Hey Benjamin, check out this video on barking - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ_JoGiJnsx-jbM Happy Training! ~Dan

[@gusmonster59]

All dogs are different, just like all kids are different. What works with one dog may not work with another. I've never used a house line. All of my dogs have done just fine. I used crates and not used crates. Having a well mannered dog is just putting in the work and making sure everyone in the household is consistent with whatever training method is used.

[@hereforfun7806]

Yes 100% agree

[@kristino5005]

Definitely. When I had my last puppy, I didn’t need to use a crate and I was still able to have a well mannered dog. But I didn’t have any adult responsibilities yet and I was 100% focused on that puppy for months. Now, with children and housework and work, the crate is a great tool to allow us to still train a well mannered puppy. The issues come in when people don’t have time to supervise and train, but they also don’t want to use anything to contain the pup.

[@vivrowe2763]

Oh well, I never really had a problem with training and glad I did it my way.

[@syl.vie_]

Same here. I never visited a dog shool or used a houseline and my dogs are fine and listen to what i say and so cute and lovely.

[@ericcope8216]

Thx, great advice. Bringing a new girl home next week. Been 14 years since we had a puppy. I'm a bit nervous, our old girls were so good.

[@katharinafarina]

I just got to know the channel and I'm amazed by the quality of your content! Great job to the whole team 👏

[@nelyriveracasisillguthchan2276]

Thank your for the informations,I need to know for my 7 weeks old mixed breed (Shi-Tzu>Maltese>Havanese>Poodle) fur baby.

[@horsefamily32]

I have 10 cats and a 8mo Border Collie puppy. I have to have him supervised and on a lead at all times or else he is jumping into the litter boxes or trying to eat my cats. He's improving A LOT, but now that I've found these videos, I am sure he will do better. I already used the tip to train him to "settle" and "crate". So valuable in helping him not want to play attack the cats

[@DUKEYFRUITTHEDOBE]

We have a crate, but would you recommend a pen for when we are at work? I know they're going to have accidents, and a pen seems more comfortable for them for longer periods. Thoughts?

[@KarateKim]

Thank you for confirming the set up I have for my puppy. I'm glad my goals are on track.

[@bdb3350]

One thing to remember is dogs are den animals. They like closed in dark spaces. If you have an open cage style crate cover the top sides and back with a large sheet. If the house gets drafty or below 50 deg F - 10 deg C cover it with a light polyester fleece blanket. If it gets colder (Close to 40 F - 4.5 C) you can drape it over the door to keep heat in the crate Just make sure air can enter.

[@mariannajenkins-w2o]

Very very well said. She did such a great job in explaining the puppy training process

[@billybyrne3231]

I am very grateful for these instructional videos. I received a chorkie pup last week. And though I've owned dogs throughout my life. I've never trained a puppy and it is a lot of work. It's good to know that most of what I'm doing is right. But these tips help so much 😊😊 😊😊

[@robinwilson2238]

JUST OLD SCHOOL TRAINING WORKS EVERYTIME!!!!! My neighbor trained her dog not by going to a dog school just by taking her daily exercise half mile with Duke a beautiful Red Irish Setter who won a few obedience competitions I might add. She started him as a puppy Duke was so well trained no hand signals, no speaking just walking with no leash. I know you are enjoying heaven with Duke and pepper!

[@banditdog1338]

Good information I just got a puppy I have three adult dogs and they are great teachers and puppy playmates. No separation anxiety someone is always there so if your gone all day add a second pet and you will all be happier.

[@Decantdesigns]

I’ve been using your videos since we got our puppy in July! Very, very helpful, thank you!

[@mickeywhite2563]

So, my puppies are great without a line. I just speak to them in a serious tone and they stop what they're doing and often return to me. I haven't needed it at all.

[@mogeking56]

I am retired so yes I watch my poppy 24/7 he is on a leash 24/7 6 feet away from me at all times and when I have to go somewhere that he can’t go he is in a large cage with water and a snack.

[@cassie3787]

Im a housewife with no kids, I really do watch my girl 24/7 🥲 she is a 9 week old blue heeler border collie mix. And my goodness she is wild. Pray for me lol

[@jcs3330]

Since a baby, I have grown up with dogs in my family (total of 5 different breed of dogs) unfortunately losing my own boy (Max a Chocolate Labradoodle of only 8 1/2 years old suddenly to leukemia 3 1/2 years ago. Distraught!. All those dogs we have raised from puppies (with the exception of toilet training and socializing) we have simply just let them be 'just puppies'. Everyone of them grew to become excellently adapted, well trained/behaved sociable members of our family, because they were allowed to be puppies for a while, before we chose to trained them all the important stuff for them to become the excellent dogs they were. Apart from the obvious training (as previously mentioned) we really must all try to relax, enjoy our dogs 'natural' physical and mental growth and stop taking 'irrelevant' dog training advice while these dogs are at such a very young age at only weeks months old etc. If we choose to take on a dog, then we need to use our 'instinctive' common sense (has we would a human baby weeks or 2 months old. But I suppose a 'dog trainer' would never admit to that.

[@Th3Th1rD3yE]

Great advice. I have two 7 week old puppies and I'm already training. They are learning really fast. I never thought about the House Line but I want to try it now. Making a crate a punishment is just cruel. At that point you just don't understand dogs. Mine has a few blankets inside and covering the top to make it cozy and safe for them. I kinda want one for myself to be honest..

[@traceyryan6505]

love watching their videos a lot of it is common sense if you are not prepared to put the work and effort into a new puppy or dog then don't get one they are suppose to be part of the family ALL THE TIME not just some times consistency is the answer

[@likmijnreet4542]

I live in Austria where there is no such thing as a cheap leash. The cheapest I could find that was not too heavy for my little pup of 800 grams was $18. (They just LOVE ripping you off). I found a keychain with a clip lock and tied a string to it. Hopefully that will do the trick.

[@TROLLBUSTER12]

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[@deedee8568]

Clarity. Fantastic.

[@cosettelaplante699]

Excellent video presentation. And love that it was delivered in an understandable way with a good pace.

[@bigdisme100]

Excellent advise -these steps are easy to follow and not only allow you to direct and train the puppy from the time that they first come home but will be great reinforcement for all types of training-thank you for the BEST training video that I have seen on KZbin-10/10+

[@Aroacerat]

I thought you meant negative ten out of ten, not ten out of ten

[@Aroacerat]

Just for a second though

[@babbsromero3471]

I have used the crate when he’s in a biting frenzy, just for a moment for him to settle down then out of the crate! This seems to work.

[@Jonsk111]

We got lucky with our chi, no training needed for being home alone, from the day on he has been okay with it, no destroying, no barking or anxiety.

[@dreiineinemboot]

Never trained my dogs that way and never had any problems. 5 dogs and none destroyed anything etc. Never had a crate, only a main "bed' and in each room one place they had for laying down. Never in my bed, never on couch or chairs. All dogs picked up 12 weeks old.

[@LMC232]

Our 8 week old mini Jack Russell/ border collie puppy arrives Thursday. Wish me luck !

[@marilynlondon5147]

How long should the “line” be? Also, when do you recommend the addition of a pen with toys in it?

[@michellelester243]

I never removed the crate, she felt so safe and happy, so the door is always open so she can access her safe space anytime she wants even though she is almost 3.

[@damazdavalabagazh]

Extremely intense talking, almost hysterical.

[@billyyank5807]

I crate trained my dog. If I left she went to the crate. Maybe a couple hours at a time. Now she's old enough she just stays on her bed or my bed. Whatever.....I sleep with my dog every day. She's my best friend.

[@nancyjohnson5810]

I never got rid of my dogs crates, I very rarely used them but they would.I ended up taking the doors off of the crates and lots of times I would find them sleeping in their crates!

[@sqsuziq]

Quick question… do you make a distinction between a crate and a kennel? Just wondering. I’ve always had my dogs sleep in their kennel, but you said at one point we may decide to not use a crate. Thank you in advance for clarifying.

[@flaminx0r]

We have recently adopted a 10-12 month old Bearded Collie. She isn't confident with being on a lead, likely because she was chained up on a farm. Would you advise attatching a house line on her to maybe help build her confidence?

[@morrylauder7534]

I think the biggest begining mistake is making your puppy sleep alone as soon as you bring them home. Put them in a box next to your bed and put your hand down when they cry, or better, put them on a towel with you in bed.

[@xamaqueen1902]

💯 puppies and dogs that sleep in a pack listen the best to you

[@Michael_bird_]

Lol terrible advice

[@BSdogmom2]

Great advice. We got our Mini AussieDoodle at 13 wks. We have focused on training pretty well but didn’t use the leash. The pup definitely needs it, she’s 4.5 months now, is too late to start now?!

[@yvonnedyer5371]

My puppy is 5 months old and has not been in a cage ever. When I go out for a few hours and leave him at home he has never destroyed anything. He sleeps or stays in his basket as directed by me till I return

[@vibeladiesnight]

Noooo wayyyyyy crate train! I don’t understand why people don’t discipline their puppies and then getting upset they act out! I crate my baby after lunch for her afternoon nap and for cool down times. this way she’s not crazy all the time. just normal puppy behavior

[@Lenore2023]

I work from home plus I have a 15 week old 40 lb Anatolian Shepard. She outgrew her crate in a week. She now has a bathroom space but I feel it’s too closed off. Tips for giant breed dogs would be helpful.

[@DontUNVME]

Get a bigger crate with a divider

[@snowballsvlogs621]

I have had akitas and bull mastiffs and my advice is let the dog pick his space, mine always picked a Mat in the dinning room, bought the baskets. Dog beds etc and they never used them but put an old blanket with your cent on it and they will use it, bring it to you or move it to were they want it and feel safe.

[@nolimit9344]

I am a first time dog owner and I am nervous in her training. I was initially looking for a guard dog for my house we just moved into. I want a dog that is territorial enough to scare people away from my property. Honestly, I was looking for a male dog but ended up with a female which makes me even more nervous. I’m scared she might not be suitable for the purpose I want. My most important questions are: 1. Can a female dog be a guard dog? 2. Are female dogs territorial and will alert me when there’s an intruder or trespasser? 3. How can I turn her into the guard dog I want without the fear of oppressing her. Because as much as I have a specific job I want her to do, I also want her to be happy and comfortable. Note: She’s an Aspin breed.

[@wetsand7379]

Can you please do a video on barking? My puppy barks like crazy at people and other dogs while we're on walks. I assume she does it out of fear. Before I adopted her, I'm pretty sure she was kept in a crate all day and possibly abused. Also, another video suggestion would be how to walk 2 dogs at once. Thank you!

[@patp5449]

You should watch cesar milan video

[@wetsand7379]

@@patp5449 thanks for the suggestion, but I'd never listen to him. He has no qualifications and uses outdated training methods like alpha/dominance theory.

[@Musical-Wolf-Melody]

My best advice that helped me was to make sure I had treats on me at all time and let him bark.. as soon as he stopped I would give him a treat and give him a word. The word I used was "Silence Please". For example. I would ring my doorbell on purpose and let him bark (Sometimes I would just sit on the sofa or be on my phone during this time) and when he stopped I gave him a treat and said "Silence Please". I repeated this for a couple of days in the house and he got the point. On walks when I saw another dog coming I would make him do commands that I taught him at home to keep him focused. If the treats/commands did not work I would have his toy and play with him until the dog walked by. Once the dog walked by I would give him lots of treats. My best advice would also be to join a dog training class with other dogs and people. I had another dog that was a female and she was very tough to train. She hated people and was afraid of dogs because she had no confidence. I only took her to one class and she was good after that. Also....please..please don't go to a dog park...Best wishes to ya!

[@rebeccatrainor734]

Love this team and their videos. Always so helpful!!!

[@suebennett9347]

I have a 5mth old Malshi. Pryor to this I use to have a Maltese and a Bischon-Poo. They had the run of the house after they proved themselves to be worthy of this freedom. They are now gone and thus we are bringing this puppy up differently. He will at some time be allowed access to our entire home when he proves he is worthy. For now he has half of the house for his pleasure while we are home to watch him but he gets crated when we need to leave him and he does not seem to mind. He has plenty of room a soft bed and a couple of toys. He except's it as his safe place even while we are home. We just want to make sure he is safe until we arrive home to a very happy puppy❤

[@ArtWithJanineLiza]

Absolutely lovely. Thank you for this valuable information. I love how well you explain things. My 7 month old puppy will benefit from your videos❤️

[@nikkibaby9472]

I just had a minor dispute with a friend over my use of a line during playtime with another dog in the house. My dog is a year old and I still use it when we go camping

[@RnRnR]

Crates are illegal in my country, would a playpen get similar results?

[@michelewhite1150]

This has been an ideal educational video for me right now thank you. I will have to drag my crate around from bedroom to family area which will be painful as it is not the easiest thing to move

[@jessicajohnson6021]

I just found your channel and I am loving it! My pup is about 4 months old and I never heard of the concept of a house line until now. Is it too late to incorporate a house line into her day-to-day life? I know she’s going to want to walk around with it in her mouth, but you mentioned she will get used to it? Thanks!

[@Kerroppi-zd9gy]

this is super useful!!! :) The best example of how social media is utilized! Thank you so much!

[@hannahtekla7508]

When would be a good time to start allowing bedding in the crate? How long after their last infrequent accident should we wait to put bedding in?