Why groomers refuse your German Shepherd

[@amelia5965]

My dad used to take his sheperd for a 5km run before every grooming sesion so he would be relaxed enough. Still miss that dog ❤

[@shimomiaizo]

Props to your dad, that's huge dog owner dedication right there ❤

[@nightlurker]

Sounds like a great idea.

[@onlyjesussaves840]

"session"

[@13-bit-kitten]

Just wanted to write that. Also great tip for anyone taking dog to training\protection classes

[@susan8471]

That's a great idea.

[@purelysmetalnightcore]

I had a Shepherd/Husky mix that was badly abused before we rescued him; he was covered in scars. To call him anxious was an understatement and since he was already 2 or 3 when we got him, we missed the most formative timeframe to socialize him. He never got used to any other human than my immediate family and only got along with our other dogs. He was, for the most part, a happy and very fluffy boy, but he scared so easily all the time.

[@pepdog1]

my mum's partner has a Shepard/Husky mix that was abused before he rescued her as well... what a coincidence. i hope it's not a trend. she's very sweet (and very old) now! I don't know if she doesn't like being petted, or if me and my cat-owning sisters just don't know how to pet dogs, lmao

[@devent10n]

​@@pepdog1 I hate to say that my best friend growing up *also* had a previously abused gsd/husky mix that they got around his 2nd or 3rd birthday.

[@devent10n]

Straight up thought you were my childhood best friend writing this at first, but they didn't have other dogs.

[@Tadpole_The_Aussie]

Me looking at these three people with Shepard/husky mixes and wondering why ppl are the way they are-

[@CRneu]

@@pepdog1 GSD and huskies are both breeds that are "desirable" by people who should never have dogs. I live in Oregon and know like a dozen or more people that have adopted "abused" husky mixes. I know a few dogs that were "rooftop dogs" in mexico...as huskies. I know huskies do alright in the heat because their fur insulates them to an extent, but to leave dogs on a roof top in mexico is just abuse. Unfortunately these seems to be a large amount of the folks who seek our these breeds. Sad stuff.

[@GayleenFroese]

It could be worse. We were having a party once and my old shepherd got fed up with one of the guests for some reason. He went to the hall, got her gloves and hat, came back and dropped them in her lap.

[@ShadowSkyX]

Damn, he told her ass to get the f-ck out and _leave_

[@kentr2424]

I would've loved to have seen the look on her face....🤣🤣

[@GayleenFroese]

@@kentr2424 It wasn't nearly as good as the look that I bet was on my face when she said, "I think your dog is throwing me out" and I desperately tried to think of any other explanation.

[@Iflie]

@@GayleenFroese LOl The human form of their leash. Maybe she had a particular tone of voice that hurt his ears.

[@towritemichelle210]

The ole "Good Day Sir!" Lol

[@Kaptain13Gonzo]

I sooooo want a dog. Even have a place that allows one. BUT, I just can't commit to the time requirements to properly own one. Your repeated comments about what the dogs need for a healthy life are so correct. I couldn't live with myself by giving a dog a "bad" home. So, I live vicariously through your videos and with every dog that greets me - I'm a doggie magnet. Makes it all the harder. Great content.

[@morrislouiseeagle7161]

volunteer at your local shelter - it would give you a dog fix and the shelter dogs get a person who come to them with love

[@maxventunosei5017]

Happy to see you're being realistic!! Time is indeed very important. And I hope you get to meet and spend time with many more dogs, you seem like you have endless love to give them!

[@nimblenemo]

@@morrislouiseeagle7161 💯 agree. I have the same problems so can’t own a dog but I foster shelter pups. They only stay for a week or two so it’s not long term. They get away from the shelter until adopted so win-win.

[@alankritakaushal]

I am really impressed by your practicality

[@axehead45]

I hope you are able to give a dog a good home one day

[@stephanieori464]

“A working breed with pent up energy makes for an anxious dog. And an anxious dog can sometimes be a dangerous dog”. I appreciate your videos for your humor but most of all the educational content. It breaks my heart to see shelters full or rehoming posts of working breeds. Most of the time people are unaware of, unable or unwilling to commit the energy to raising a working breed. But man they make the best dogs when you do! ❤️ I’ve been raised with Rottweilers, GSDs and Labs and loved them all!

[@MrGamerholic]

My husky absolutely loves going to my grandpa's ranch and run around in the field. I try to take him every week but sometimes it isn't in the schedule.

[@amykelly933]

GSD's are pretty much the most wonderful breed, IMO. :)

[@malloryoates8580]

I loved growing up with Rottweilers. They're so calm when trained right. We never had issues

[@Seashelldub]

This! I love GSDs - and we have a sweet one named Daisy - but they’re not for everyone. You have to go into it prepared to meet their mental and physical demands!

[@bar4804]

regardless of energy, some dogs are just afraid of strangers and strange objects. some dogs are more anxious indoors than outdoors at a park (like at the Vet). some had bad grooming experiences when they were younger. They should be desensitized and trained as much as possible, but Shepherds are just stranger danger dogs and many dog breeds don't like being physically handled. We place too much blame on the owners.

[@reynacaraveo1536]

This is how my shepherd was when we first took him to a groomer. Took them about 5 hours to finish his groom because he needed many breaks and water. At that time I wasn’t doing much training with him. He did technically get “banned” because he was too much work not worth their effort. I understood and around that time we started major training (for other reasons as well) and he became overall a much better dog. I decided to begin grooming him myself which is how I found this channel I love so much, and now he is the goodest boy on a 8 week grooming schedule (spoiled rotten). He is a gorgeous show line and a very well trained shepherd now after we put in the education and work.

[@catsatdusk6710]

Imo training dogs should be an absolute necessity. I've seen and heard of way too many dogs that were untrained and it always ended up being bad for both dog and owner.

[@MimiMadness94]

How did you learn to train your dog? I feel lost.

[@e.thereal]

@@MimiMadness94 every dog is different but there alot of books, channels and personal trainers that are helpful. basic obedience is key before one can step up with training. best o luck!

[@reynacaraveo1536]

@@MimiMadness94 for my German shepherd specifically, I started watching Larry Krohn and Tom Davis (upstate canine academy). IMO they are fantastic trainers that have a lot of resources and recommendations out there. Every dog and owner is different, so it’s all about doing your research and working on the best methods for your dog. Also, depending on the level of training and the dog breed you have, it can take a lot of effort on the owners part, but I promise you it’s worth it. Although my shepherd is a showline, we’ve trained him up close to a working line level or at least a pretty high level of training because he loves it and I do too. Hope this helps and best of luck!

[@doomtoob]

Wow, thanks for the pointers guys.

[@MB-vi8zp]

I had a friend who had a German shepherd as a family dog. He never got walked or played with much, they just wanted him for protection. As a result he was extremely anxious all the time and eventually ended up getting loose and attacking other dogs. He got rehomed obviously. You don't need an aggressive guard dog breed for your family pet unless you are going to be heavily invested in exercising (physically AND mentally) and training that dog!

[@GilraenTook]

There was an episode of It's Me or the Dog where the guy had a GSD that was attacking EVERYTHING. Door? Check. Tree? Check. Street signs? Check. Turns out the guy had taken her to a few schutzhund classes thinking he'd enjoy it, but got bored and quit cold turkey. Victoria got onto him for it being a lifestyle and (in a nicer way) that the guy was a moron to have started training the dog for something like that if he wasn't committed to it. And then especially since he did like no cooldown and just expected her to not want to bite anything after being trained that she needed to/would be rewarded for it.

[@madeliner1682]

​@@GilraenTook that show might as well be renamed "it's me". Same with "my cat from hell". 99% of the time the problem is solved by providing for the animal's basic physical/mental/emotional needs, and 1% of the time it's a medical issue and a vet visit solves it. People think their animals are well cared for as long as they aren't starving 🙄

[@GilraenTook]

@@madeliner1682 Omg, isn't that the truth? And then they're all completely flabbergasted when taking the dog for walks or training it makes the "problem behaviour" go away.

[@wholesome122]

A little dog that barks is just as effective at deterring criminals with far less liability.

[@Sonicsis]

I’m my experience you just want a dog to warn you about someone trying to enter your home. Small dogs can do a great job and require less than a German shepherd

[@composing-chaos]

We lost 2 weeks ago. She made it to her 15th birthday on March 14. She was such a good girl and had a good life. We miss her everyday.

[@sidneygreenglass106]

I'm sorry to hear that. I've been there and it is so hard.

[@giggle_snort]

He looked so sad with the happy hoodie and the muzzle on, I almost want to feel bad for him, but I know he needed that. You take such good care of these pets, Vanessa, and you really know your stuff! Thanks for sharing these videos with us!

[@Mikeygamer1]

He was just hamming it up for the audience hahaha

[@jakeusaf9401]

My Saint Bernard is dog-aggressive so I muzzle him everywhere I go. I had a guy on a walk tell me “Your dog would be better with his muzzle off.” 🤣

[@yilz123]

Sadie hoodie lol

[@xobelladonna2443]

I L O V E when I see a dog have a muzzle on….especially when I’m with my kids. Even if the muzzle isn’t for aggression. People don’t train their dogs and I’ve gotten bitten bad before so I don’t trust anyone’s dog

[@ohdeer-sabrina8132]

​@@xobelladonna2443yeah, i wish more people would muzzle their dogs. Like, it's not the dog's fault that they're aggressive, but if you train them to be used to a muzzle they don't even care about it, and it can prevent them from eating stuff off the floor, too!!

[@ZippityBopPop]

Been taking GSD to the groomers since a pup. He sits patiently and quietly. He’s so easy to bathe at home due to this too, learned his grooming manners ❤

[@KLilly7783]

Yes mine was the same way. I also socialized him a whole lot. Even the vets were surprised how well mannered my GSD was.

[@marymacdonald2379]

100% you did it right! Training about grooming started with very young puppies works! I started socializing the GSD puppy I gave my Mom when she was weaned. All German Shepherds need vigorous exercise regularly. A friend used to drive his vehicle slowly on remote dirt roads to exercise his GSD. She was smart enough to stay ahead to avoid the exhaust.

[@slamshift6927]

@@PoplarForest AKA your dog bred to rip faces attacked someone.

[@PoplarForest]

@@slamshift6927 no, he never attacked anyone. he would just bark and his fur would stand up on his back. We never let him around people off leash so that he wouldn't have an opportunity to attack. I don't think he ever would, but that's what everyone says after their dog attacks someone, so we never took any chances. You seem to dislike pitbulls. Did you have a bad experience or is it based on all the bad news around them?

[@Kelsie154]

@@slamshift6927 Pit bulls were bred for DOG aggression, not human aggression. They were never bred to "attack someone".

[@ricknesar1627]

No matter what happened during their "session" all the dogs on this channel are so happy and playful when they´re done. No grudge to talk about! ❤

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

Every dog I've owned has hated being washed but the moment it's over, they get the zoomies or the rollies and are ecstatic to be clean 😂

[@yatta99]

While most of the cats will carry a grudge until the heat death of the universe... some possibly longer

[@MusMasi]

unlike the cats though 🤣

[@yc0995]

Dogs live in the moment, they so pure ❤️

[@Kyosumari]

@@yatta99 My cats would indeed hold a temporary grudge after a bath and would avoid me for a little bit, but then eventually come back and be loving again as if to say "Okay, I feel better now, I forgive you."

[@MarPatArt]

What I love about your "Difficult" grooms is the after footage. The animals never look stressed to the point of dangerous stress. Im so impressed that you do everything you need to do with minimal impact on an already-nervous dog.

[@laurenprince139]

I disagree. This dog is extremely stressed and this video was quite difficult to watch. Hopefully the owners invest time into helping him see grooming as less scary so he doesn't continually have to experience grooms like this

[@jordanhasch2544]

"We get it, Molson; you hate me." Self-burns; those are rare. Still hilarious. Vanessa, you do so much good work for the dogs and cats in your country. Thank you for being so patient with your canine and feline customers, and for keeping your fans entertained while being informed.

[@jenpink4298]

❤

[@Large_Marge_Sent_Me_]

Don't forget ducks and pigs

[@Original_Tenshi_Chan]

It always feels so weird to me to see high strung German Shepherds. Princess had to be the most chill dog ever. She only had 1 rule - Come within 3 feet of mommy, and you will be herded away. (She would grab the bottom of their pants leg and gently nudge nudge in the direction she wanted you to go. Then stare at you until you sat in the seat she chose for you.) But other than that, she was chill as can be. Neighbor's cats want to climb on her? Not a problem! Roommate's Chihuahua wants to pretend it's winning the pissing contest? Prince would lay down while the ankle biter got his energy out. And for groomers and vet visits? Express her anal glands first, and she will be the most obedient pupper while being groomed. Even when she needed blood work, they never had to fight her or splint her leg. Just offer her a piece of hot dog, and she was putty for the vet. Hell, even when an attempted home invader stabbed her, she just trotted back to me, smiling and wagging her tail, pleased as punch that she protected her home. I was just so happy she was safe, that it took a minute to notice her fur wasn't laying right. The knife essentially "skinned" her - separated her fur layers of skin from her fat and muscle encapsulating fascia. We rushed her to the emergency vet with my son holding her the whole drive. She never snipped or growled at him, even when in pain. Even as the vet was assessing her and pulling at the wound, she whined, but never growled or snapped. She was a good girl and nothing feels right without her anymore.

[@cynthiaaustin1763]

I felt that way about my dobie but after more than a decade got another dog. Isn't the same but is wonderful all the same. I understand where you are coming from. Yours was a real family member.

[@Fluff_Noodles]

She was a good girl. I'm happy to have heard about her

[@liuzeng4263]

@@Fluff_Noodles same

[@Yeshanu]

It isn't fair that doggies only live such a short time. 😢

[@cheddarsunchipsyes8144]

@@Yeshanuif they lived longer then the issue of abandoned old dogs would get even worse. If people can’t commit to a dog for 10 years imagine how many homeless dogs there would be if they lived 30 or 40 years

[@TK-421_66]

I have had a lot of dogs in my life but my 70lb GSD is easily the most sensitive of them all. She has all of the feelings

[@noelleelizabethan]

Thank you for talking about the working dog drive. My opinion is it's cruel to get a high drive dog and leave them to wallow with no mental stimulation and exercise. Good work as always and keep up the education on us. ❤

[@cynthiaaustin1763]

Agree. I train my dog every day with careful planning to keep her stimulated but she learns so fast, that I have to keep thinking of more and more so she doesn't get bored doing the same old thing. It's obvious when she lets me know something isn't that interesting anymore lol.

[@holo-star7097]

i get where youre coming from, but sometimes life gets in the way a lot. i make sure to take my german shepard on a 1-2 hour walk every weekend, but me and my family are busy during weekdays.

[@amykelly933]

As a former GSD mama, I appreciate this video. It took a little while to find a great groomer who was willing to work with my GSD. A little patience and understanding of the breed goes a long way, and his groomer was a wonderful woman!

[@jessepatterson8897]

i had them a lot, and never had a single person refuse, this is news to me.

[@amykelly933]

@@jessepatterson8897 I think it's probably a breed bias. I'm sure there are groomers who don't want to groom Rotties or Staffy's or any other breed that's typically known as an aggressive breed. I've only run into this with my GSD. Never ran into a groomer not wanting to deal with my pug or Brittany.

[@raquelr87]

I’ve been taking my GSD to the same lady for 3 years now, since she was 3 months old. She actually gets excited to go see her lol. I hope she never leaves

[@fellowdanbarber3323]

You’re not a dog mom, you’re a pet owner. That’s not a child, its an animal. 🤦🏻‍♂️. Language matters.

[@amykelly933]

You're right, language does matter. But I'm not being disrespectful or rude or racist to anyone. I was talking about my dog (and I).

[@mfl950]

You deserve awards for the patience and love you show the dogs , even if they think they are being tortured 😅

[@Lestaticate]

My cat stopped grooming out of concern when the crying escalated 😂. He came out stunning as expected.

[@autumnmayfield6852]

Sweet cat

[@mommachupacabra]

Four of our five dogs ended up at my feet wondering what was so upsetting. :)

[@Bjorn0113]

My Shepherd started singing the song of his people.

[@DrStratComm]

My 15-month-old GSD girl’s eyes and ears were glued to the TV while this video was playing because she heard the song of her people and was super concerned that one of her cousins was being tortured by the air snake 😂 And I chose precisely this moment to tell her that she’s getting a bath this weekend 😅 This is my first GSD mix and I can’t believe how little people talk about GSDs being super vocal. I joke with my dog that we are two anxious souls rescued each other😍

[@Draggonny]

The best thing about GSDs is the happy pig noises they make. My girl used to snort when she got a really good nose rub.

[@xMichelleeeeeeeee]

Before: hairy dog, clean walls. After: clean dog, hairy walls. What a cutie ❤

[@Mojohjohjoh]

I had a German shepherd cross Labrador called Jessie and she would confuse everyone because while her colouring was mostly shepherd, her body shape was more Labrador. Because of this, most dogs don't really remind me of her, but this boy from his tummy to his tail (especially his back legs) look just like hers ❤

[@honkus_ponkus]

His little face when you put the muzzle on "well, I've done it now."

[@fritznovak4482]

Hearing that crying takes me back to my childhood shepherd. Sweetest dog ❤

[@loupayne5346]

Took mine to the groomer’s for the first time the other day. I was allowed to hug him the entire time and, thanks to that, he remained calm and sweet. He was still uncomfortable but he did a good job and the groomer complimented him a lot. Though, to be cautious, the groomer still chose to put a muzzle when she dried him. And because he’s active, I asked her not to trim his nails.

[@jameswent48]

groomers*

[@kivimik]

@@jameswent48 Actually... their use of "groomer's" is correct in this context because it's implying the location with the use of an apostrophe: the groomer's shop.

[@crow-jane]

@@jameswent48 All you’ve done is pluralized the word. Don’t be that person, and if you just can’t help yourself, make sure you know what you’re talking about.

[@madeliner1682]

​@@jameswent48 op used a single person pronoun to refer to the groomer later, so that noun is referring to the place and not a group of people. The apostrophe is appropriate.

[@em945]

@@kivimik of course....but also Groomers' with apostrophe at the end would be correct, (with even a capital for G).

[@feraldog5590]

His wink after the "thank you for making hearing protection a necessity" had me chuckling

[@My_initials_are_O.G.cuz_I_am]

1:26 Vanessa: "Thank you for making hearing protection a necessity, Molson" Molson:[winks]

[@julieobrien4056]

Great catch on that! I totally missed the wink on my viewing!

[@ShirokumaSama]

Thank you for making hearing protection a necessity Malson. Malson : *winks* god tier edit 🤣

[@Gildorify]

What a good boy, even if a bit whiney and anxious. Hope he has a great life. :)

[@ann.vleska2704]

My German shepherd is 6 years old. Her name is Bela and she’s the sweetest dog ever. She has never once in her life bitten someone or a dog, and she never growls at people for that matter. I just love her personality so much, she still has her limits and when she does not like something someone is doing to her, she simply goes away. A true angel ❤️❤️

[@Jen39x]

Beautiful dog. Maybe watching a grooming session with the breed you are getting ready to buy/adopt should be a requirement.

[@Darby.Brewer]

I agree!

[@sierradougie8559]

Couldn't agree more. You'd be surprised by how many dog owners are ignorant to their pet's grooming needs when they shouldn't be. I can't even count on 2 hands how many doodle owners don't bring their doodles in for grooming until the dog is 7+ months old. And by that time ofc the dog is matted and won't tolerate grooming. Guess what the owner's #1 request would be? "I don't want him shaved" Never fails.

[@Kyosumari]

requires people to care enough first, and many dont. Humanity can be inherently selfish and and many people are lazy, naive, and inconsiderate enough not to care enough to do so. That's work, research, and effort. And unfortunately not everyone things 'an animal' is worth that effort.... Even though we're animals, too. :/ Then again, humans can't even treat each other right half the time.

[@kellybraun7048]

I like this idea. I’ve educated myself on grooming needs for possibly getting a dog in the future, but watching this really helped me recognize how a higher energy dog would be uncomfortable/anxious. My parents talked about how their German shepherd would whine and be dramatic when they clipped his nails.

[@e_rock_3149]

Too bad videos of grooming pit bulls are probably banned from KZbin for gore!

[@jungjeru3348]

Its amazing how much the sound of his unmistakable German shepherd whimpering gives me vivid memories of my childhood dog Hank. They can convey so much with the different types of whimpers, the are remarkably communicative dogs.

[@MomentsDivine]

Every dog owner should have a groomer like you! Good job!

[@wizmanballin8498]

I love German Shepherds. My uncle had a retired K-9 German and I learned so much about that breed as a kid. I grew to love them so much they are in my Top 3 breeds ever.

[@bradnarraway9141]

That cruel and evil air snake! Poor Molson, the groomer is not his favourite appointment❤Great job as always, Vanessa (and cameraman!)

[@petrakhor3513]

I'm so glad there are people like you around to groom difficult dogs, he looked wonderful after!

[@thecollegedropout2031]

I admire how realistic you are about working with dogs I see a lot of dog people and groomers get really comfortable with the dogs not caring where their face is or just brushing off aggression as an annoyance rather than a danger almost like they sugar coat it and as someone who also works with dogs it’s very relieving to see you understand the dangers of working with a big dog that you don’t know and wish more people were smart about it as I’ve seen alot of people get hurt by just being ignorant

[@jennyholt2184]

Aw poor sweet baby he is so adorable he looks like one of our GSDS who is 3 years old we have 2GSDS they are so adorable we love them so much it broke my heart to hear this sweet dog winning bless his sweetheart 🤗❤️🙏

[@jj-vu5ov]

aww the look of shame when hes got the muzzle on

[@James_Doyle83]

They had to do it for safety I know you won't like that but humans safety comes first here

[@J_Lynn]

My dog loves watching your videos with me. He usually just stares, tilts his head and sniffs the screen, but this one seemed to give him an anxiety attack hahah.

[@LisaKini]

The amount of respect I have for you cannot be measured. Simply thank you for you.

[@tickley42]

Thank you for grooming him with positive encouragement. We work hard with our shepherd and love on him, but being away from the "pack" is always high anxiety for him. He will sing you the song of his people all day as though he is being tortured. He gets super long walks and we trade of training so he gets to work with multiple family members. He is a wonderful dog, ridiculously patient with my kids, but separation stresses him no matter how often we work at it. :-/

[@vickirothe3761]

You show us time and again that almost all animals can be groomed with patience, the right people and the right tools. Thanks much for showing your tips and tricks to us.

[@Xx-ib6bf]

I was afraid she was going to be bit the whole time. Full confidence that Vanessa knows what she is doing, with a great deal more knowledge than myself about canines.

[@secretname3897]

Gonna send this to a few of my clients. This is such a MILD case, too!! So many of the anxious dogs we get are dangerous to themselves and others, but the parents won't listen.

[@kevinoneil5120]

Those whines flooded my head with images of my baby girl and now I'm crying a little 😢

[@gingergirl8797]

The torture was horrible....lol! You are so wonderful with all the dogs. Thank you for educating us as well.

[@colinburke8389]

It's amazing how a breed so brave can be so anxious at the same time.

[@mindysr]

They’re always at high alert.

[@135Patriots]

Theyre very sensitive and alert dogs. Germans have a great ability to relax and curl up on the couch, but they *need* long walks, runs, hikes, etc. If they don't have a job to do or aren't given an hour + (ideally more) outside and on their feet every day, they can be destructive and potentially dangerous. I adore the breed for their all around temperament and loyalty. But they can't be handled like a Golden or Lab.

[@colinburke8389]

@@135Patriots I had a golden once, and they LOVE to work, run, fetch and swim, so I can only imagine what a GSD needs to be properly tuckered out.

[@135Patriots]

@Colin Burke that's a good point, I should have been clearer. Goldens and Labs are hunting/gun dogs so they absolutely need stimulation. I suppose the difference is those breeds tend to do better in a more relaxed setting (they're wonderful breeds). Germans love to cozy up and rest, but when they're awake they really need something to engage or tire them out.

[@colinburke8389]

@@135Patriots Makes sense. Hunting and guarding and both demanding tasks, but only the latter is life or death (unless you're the duck).

[@Carolina-ux1sz]

The look in his eyes with the muzzle and hoodie 🫢. I am in love with Molson, he is just gorgeous and such personality.

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

He's so darn CUTE! But yeah, he's gonna need some more practice to not be terrified of grooms. He wasn't absolutely horrendous and even his snaps at the blow dryer weren't at full-force, so that's a positive. I think with a bit of training and not letting him get his way, he'll be a model shep! ❤

[@coyoteartist]

I'm beginning to understand more the behaviour of my grandmother's German Shepards. Duchess was much more relaxed once she got past age 2, but she had a big yard, the occasional train to chase and a sense of job even if it was just lying under the table in my grandmother's room the afternoon. She didn't have pent up energy. Abby was more I want to interact with people and didn't chase any trains. She actually became a therapy dog because it allowed her to visit my grandmother once she moved to senior facility and the rest of the time she had kids to herd. Says something about the trainer my grandmother had. And when Abby did visit, she was this is my human and yeah I live with you but this is my human.

[@thisisforvids]

that's really sweet. Your grandmother and her GSD had a beautiful, lifelong connection. I'm glad they could still be together after her move.

[@coyoteartist]

@@thisisforvids I remember we were there visiting her once when Dave brought Abby by, I took her out for a walk around the building and she marched along proudly and made a lot of people on their balconies happy to see her.

[@thisisforvids]

@@coyoteartist :') I think pets are like therapists. The connection between a pet and a human is so healing. Cats, dogs, hamsters, horses, iguanas, idc... They're all great for the soul. The only thing I care about is the animal being treated correctly and it being a legal&ethical choice.

[@coyoteartist]

@@thisisforvids I agree

[@NormanF62]

He was singing the song of his people and tap dancing! Other than that, what a gorgeous boy and I love GSDs. They’ve a presence like few dog breeds do! 😊

[@Makado14]

Yes, they do...the only breed I've had my whole life, they can be real *ss-holes, bull-headed as can be, and stubborn as *ell, but they are still the best breed of dog in the world...

[@jamessedgewick5222]

Great job being patient with the Shepherd. You obviously have experience the breed.

[@Makado14]

She owns one...

[@MadMadamGrimm]

When was going through vet tech school our teacher would tell us “we are too pretty to get bit, keep an eye on their behavior .” It was funny but so true. Watch them.

[@Ghostinaseashell1789]

What a beautiful dog. I love Shepard’s they are so loyal and loving creatures. A lot of work to take care of but when trained are extremely smart. They make one of the best companions and best friends 🐾❤️

[@yc0995]

As a fellow anxiety sufferer I could see Molson's anxiety right away and I've never owned a dog. Thank you for understanding him and trying to keep him comfortable

[@Suigeneris999]

😐

[@ai_shikyo]

dog anxiety is quite a bit different than human anxiety and can sometimes be tougher to spot pff, so comparing the two isn’t necessarily.. good? but i can see where you’re coming from. i’m also happy she kept him comfortable. ^^

[@Omnivorous1One]

German Shepherds will be your friend for life. They are the best & most loving dog breed IMO.

[@daniellebenson10]

My girl is an old GSD but when she and her sister went to the groomer I never got any complaints. Just the hair lol. The one left is anxious and hasn’t been without her. I am nervous to take her but I know they will take great care of her. Thanks for this video! ❤

[@meganh7526]

What a beautiful dog! I think this video really demonstrates the importance of acclimating your dog to having his feet touched. With our dog this came in extra handy when he had to have a twig pulled out of his paw pad at the vet!

[@johncspine2787]

I can’t help teasing mine by barely touching his back foot pads, it tickles, he kicks and then tries to mouth me..makes me laugh!

[@inklypse4248]

I love german shepherds. One saved my dad's life as a toddler, so I seriously wouldn't exist if it weren't for them. Awesome dogs.

[@abnunga]

Come on dude, you can't just say a doggo saved a life and not give details! Tell us more!

[@inklypse4248]

@@abnunga So, my dad grew up mainly in a little house in rural Ontario. Near this house was a river. Now, being the unplanned youngest of three kids, his parents weren't always as attentive as they should've been. It was winter time, and he wandered out of the house. One of the dogs noticed and caught up to him a few feet from the river and dragged him to safety, then stayed with him until his folks found him. The ice was like, 1/4 inch thick. Here's the real kicker... this was in the days when it was normal to keep dogs outside, tied to trees. It must've taken Fibi FORTY MINUTES to break her chain. That dog must've been incredible.

[@abnunga]

@@inklypse4248 Great story, thanks.

[@inklypse4248]

@@abnunga Happy to provide. Dogs rock!

[@MiceAndMinecraft]

I feel pretty lucky now to have always had laid back GSDs to deal with - I'm a volunteer for German Shepherd Dog Rescue here in the UK, and while fostering was not my main role, I did have a few emergency short-term fosters that I'd pick up from the pound or owner surrenders, before taking them to longer term foster or rehoming. All of them needed a bath. I'm not a groomer so just gave them the basics of a wash and brush so they were presentable and not stinky, and they were all fine. There was only one who definitely needed a full professional grooming, as his fur was matted down to his skin. My regional co-ordinator is actually a professional groomer, so she told me to bring him over, and she and her husband spent HOURS patiently clipping and de-matting him. He was such a good patient boy and never made a sound, just kept giving kisses despite how long it was taking, such an angel. He did have to be shaved down drastically on his hindquarters due to the severity of the matting, but she managed to blend the shortest hair into the longer quite tidily so he didn't look too bad. Fortunatley he'd come from a home with kids of all ages, cats, and had grown up with a smaller dog, he was gentle, well-behaved, and an absolute star, acing all his behaviour tests, so he was rehomed within a week to a loving forever home who had been pre-approved by their local home checker.

[@ryancflam]

“A working breed with pent up energy is going to make for a highly anxious dog” Huskies: that’s a severe understatement

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

Belgian Malinois: Do I want to do some house renovation today?

[@probably_not_jim]

​@Parker Brown-Nesbit I'll never forget the guy that locked his malinois in the garage, and the dog chewed up his porche. Poor baby needed a better educated human.

[@ToastontheEastCoast]

Cross a husky with either malinois or shepherd and hold onto your hats, lol. All the pent up energy, ear splitting vocalizations with half the trainability. 🙄

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

@@ToastontheEastCoast our Malinois, who's a rescue, was listed as a German Shepherd/Husky mix. I tried (in vain) to find either of those breed's traits in her. It wasn't until we took her for her after adoption checkup that we found out what she was. @Em, oops! Guess that taught him! Mals like to be with their people. If we're both going to be gone all day, we hire a babysitter.

[@TheMSValley]

You are an amazing woman! Molson is exactly like my Neo. I just couldn't imagine someone else giving him his bath! It's obvious you have a beautiful energy with all your dog's! Great vid!

[@VS-vj1jv]

It's my favourite season of the year again, furnado season 😃 Thank you for your wonderful videos!

[@johnleos1687]

I've had 3 German shepherds at various times of my life. 1st ate age 6, 2nd at age 17, 3rd at age 30. They were the most loyal, protective, intelligent, energetic dogs/friends/guards I've known. Love and miss them all. I have photos of me giving the 1st a bath on the lawn. In the photo I'm the one covered in bubbles the dog is the one holding the hose😡😨

[@ladyjustice1474]

Awe Molson didn't understand why he was there. Hats off to the groomer for doing her level best to both calm him and get the job done.

[@ameliavelasco8602]

He’s sooooooo handsome! So much personality in that face. ❤❤❤

[@TheReeldeel15615]

Lol...German Shedder owner here. I make sure they all become familiar with the vacuum and the air hose of death from a young age❤

[@johncspine2787]

Mine hated the vacuum the second I brought him home at 7.5 weeks..still does..I have to put him outside! I couldn’t desensitize him no matter what I’ve tried!

[@rebekahbarker7594]

I’m a groomer and have my salon on my property. That’s exactly what my husband does when I’m dealing with a dog like that. I did an Alaskan Malamute today and it’s really hard for most women to not have any help at all in those moments. Sometimes my husband comes in just to check on me and make sure I’m still alive ☺️. At grooming school it often took 4 women to hold down a Great Pyrenees just to get the nails done! I love working alone but that’s the only downfall is the lack of muscle. Grateful my husband works from home👍.

[@GeoMusic99]

I love how in your early videos when you were blowdrying the dogs it was just you and the blowdryer and now you are full in robe, beekeeper's hat and ear protection

[@kathrynseaman6482]

great job keeping him as calm as you could and he's a very handsome boy!

[@Babs-Veterans-are-Family]

He winked when you said the drying snake must be exterminated 😂. My first GSD loved bath time. Tell him Tonka want a bath? Jumped in the tub he growled or grumbled at my husband if he came in the bathroom. That was his time with mom.

[@QUICKBOOKS1]

Not just ours, then. He loved Showers, and, demanded them.

[@gone1583]

High anxiety, lol yep. Had to literally sedatives to travel up to the cottage. Very sensitive to being lifted up and other things. Have a big scar on my hand, little one on my face just below my eye. Made the mistake up trying to pick him up before they fully kicked in. Miss you bud....RIP Viper you crazy mofo!

[@fireshadowed]

My cats do not normally react to sounds from the computer, but this prompted one of them to leave their bed in the other room to come ask "What is going on?!?"

[@brucevodka]

Beautiful.

[@nancyrubano-nord5265]

He looked so handsome after his groomer. He is truly blessed to find a groomer so patient and caring.

[@Kira-kg4kl]

This is why I'm glad I made sure to desensitise our working lines and I always ensure they are mentally and physically tired before a groom, but usually I do it myself tbf

[@dianegood27]

Don’t take it personal, I think he was inviting you to do something with him that he loves - run. I love the one comment about running the dog prior to grooming. I do this with my Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever. The groomer loves them! ❤😂🎉

[@andrewbaker6056]

That look with the mizzle awe

[@angelalewis3645]

“Giant shining whiny beast” 🤣 My very calm, tired out dog (from 90 minutes of fetch this morning) woke up and got worried at hearing this boy whining. 😂

[@ЕленаАрхипова-у9я]

Помылись обе!😂😂😂 Грумер умница, просто героиня!!!❤❤❤

[@Jarvis_aka_UgunnH8This]

We brush our girl Samantha twice a day and still the shedding is no where near under control. Lol, but we love every single one of those hairs nomatter how undaunting they may be 😊

[@MyceliumNebula]

I love German Shepherds so much. Seeing this guy in the strap around his waist during the dryer bit made me remember my grandmas beautiful Zara who lost control of her back half later in life. Wonderful breed, prone to such ailments. Beautiful dog in this video

[@hannz2247]

Cutie pup🥹

[@libbyjensen1858]

I've had Shepherds for 28 years (and worked with them a lot while working in a dog kennel) and found myself nodding vigorously in the beginning of the video as you described them (during his bath). I thought for sure he was going to bite you a few different times in the shower! You were pretty brave trimming his nails also-at one point I was worried he was going to swing around on you. At least he didn't do what happened to us when we bathed a certain Shepherd at the kennel; after his VERY stressful grooming session, he immediately got stress diarrhea. NOT fun.....

[@ellietobe]

German Shepherds used to be one of the most stable breeds out there several decades ago. After backyard breeders and puppy mills got their hands on them they have became one of the most unpredictable breeds.

[@musicisart2]

always been squirrelly, 6 decades ago...

[@bar4804]

GSDs were always wary of strangers and things not normally in their environment.

[@theartofflipping]

@Ellie L - GSDs were HIGHLY prone to hip displacia even back in the early to mid 1970's. They were also a very high strung breed that did not board well at the clinic. It was noticeable unfortunately.

[@DanIel-fl1vc]

It's fascinating how people so casually talk about breeds and associated behavior. But go out of their way doing the same for humans. Perfectly rational and objective when dealing with dogs, horses, cats but somehow it becomes a moral issue when humans are involved.

[@johncspine2787]

@@DanIel-fl1vc that’s because people use the color of skin to discriminate..hard to believe I need to explain this to you. Likening human beings with different skin colors as “breeds” pretty much tells us all we need to know about you.

[@pigmaster1367]

The best dog I ever groomed was a 15 year old borzoi mix who used to be a show dog but now lived on a farm. He was so still for everything

[@liluzivert2940]

I have a purebred German shepherd pup (9 months) and he is like this every time it’s bath tome unless I let him have his toys 😭😂

[@Jackie-rc6cj]

This was an awe inspiring video. The before and after shots were great. Thankyou for showing us the tricks of the trade. And I am glad it was you not me grooming this German Sheppherd. ♥

[@regalthelion]

Molson looks just like my GSD and kinda acts like her too!! Quite an anxious dog, and with people who aren't family that often shows in aggression for her. We had to take her to the woods for a little hike before her last vet appointment so she'd be too tired to care as much. Oh and she loves biting at streams of water and air haha.

[@davidjo9683]

What a sweetheart! He has sad eyes. He's gorgeous.

[@DM-qd7gw]

Editing is funny. *Starts biting the dryer Immediate cut to him wearing a muzzle. 🤣🤣

[@fluffycak3s]

Those puppy eyes tho! Forever baby ❤ Very unique, slim looking face. Could be the fluffy making his face look smaller

[@RankinMsP]

Vanessa: "Thank you for making hearing protection necessary Molson" Molson: *winks* 😂😂😂

[@shavaunaronan3188]

What a handsome boy Molson is! A good run beforehand would help Molson not be as anxious but from my personal experience, it can take hours of high activity to wear out a GSD!

[@MissKoemiko]

Love the purple suit worn for when Molson wants you to share his bath 😂

[@rosemarie7959]

Dang, my GSDs groomer absolutely loves him! She tells me every time how good he is; always listens to every command and gets along well with the other pooches. They are an anxious breed though and do well with lots and lots of exercise. A tired GSD is a good GSD!

[@robbobsjobs8456]

Why I named mine Butters, he always grounded

[@TheChosenMoose01]

If you have a girl shepard, you need to name it Margerine.

[@pliktl]

they get grounded for fun

[@mr.patriotjol]

oh hamburgers

[@inthewoods5494]

What-

[@SherelinPaer]

Best reference

[@amivose4270]

Thank you camera man for helping!

[@TikiHi77]

Molson just needs a 🍺 😂. You are so patient with your determination to get him all pretty.

[@tmiddlechild]

My family had a German shepherd/black lap mix. Smart as hell. Hated baths but loved showing off how clean and handsome he was afterwards. As if he didn't whine our eardrums to bursting. Overall he was a damn good dog.