Why Sport Protection Dogs Aren't the Best Choice for Family Protection| Ct's Touch Horses/Dogs Ep.20

Clyde Thompson is an experienced German Shepherd breeder and trainer who focuses on family protection dogs, not sport dogs. He emphasizes the importance of selecting the right breed and training methods for a dog's intended purpose.
Clyde explains the differences between working line and show line German Shepherds, and how over-breeding has led to exaggerated physical traits in some lines. He prefers dogs with a balance of good temperament and physical attributes.
A major issue Clyde sees is trainers and breeders marketing sport/competition dogs as family protection dogs, which can set the dog and owner up for failure. He believes protection training should prioritize deterrence and avoidance over fighting ability.
Clyde advocates for honest, transparent communication with clients about a dog's capabilities and training needs. He customizes his training approach to each owner's lifestyle and experience level, rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.
In addition to dogs, Clyde also trains horses using a practical, straightforward approach. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation before advancing to more complex training.
Overall, Clyde's focus is on producing well-rounded, reliable family companions and protection dogs through ethical breeding and individualized training, rather than chasing titles or profits.
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[@Nomadica500]

When I flinched at my dog he flinched back with.. WHAT?! Omg I laughed so hard! This my first CC was exactly this! Most people today just don’t understand! The dogs have gotten softer.. Great Interview again! Thank you.

[@IceleyBrown]

It's in you not on you❤ Can't be bought & not getting over! Expose all the schemes & scams & fakes!!! CT The Best❤

[@Noahsark17]

Joe, I love that you are exposing the fake bogus training methods! Families need to know the truth😊

[@NWACaneCorsos]

More to come!

[@jw-vx8im]

Thank you for another great segment. I'll be listening to this again. I regret starting my dog in sport. Even though it was brief there are issues that need to be overcome

[@pseudopetrus]

Great intro Clyde!

[@jim_no_rulers]

Lots of great content lately, this included! I appreciate CT's openness and honesty. Watching him work his animals is very informative, and this conversation added a lot to that. Thanks for sharing. RIP Gypsy Stratten

[@NWACaneCorsos]

I appreciate that!

[@williephelps365]

Powerful interview

[@NWACaneCorsos]

Thanks. Ct ain't no joke.

[@texastopk9111]

Very good training p philosophy. Lots of knowledge. Good trainer!

[@HeartlandShepherds]

I did my own dogs bite development in prey drive, we have a lot of fun, nothing serious. He has a lot of defense and is a completely different dog automatically when he is on a decoy/helper. I think this sort of thing might depend on the type of dog you’re working and HOW you’re working them. Very interesting conversation. I like listening to outside of the box thinkers.

[@dug757]

As usual excellent interview!!! Pleased do not forgot to leave your guests links to their websites, channels, and social media in the description or pinned comment in the comment section. Thanks!

[@NWACaneCorsos]

Added!

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[@CharlieTheCaneCorso]

Some very interesting stuff I'm pretty new to all this neighbourhood style protection training, listened to all the content multiple times its so packed full of info and if ur listening carefully Dog training is eating its self pet trainers don't like sport trainers, sport trainers don't like pet trainers, protection trainers don't like sport trainers, I don't see why u can't blend some flashy obedience with ur real protection work At the end of the day the flashy obedience in protection sports was took from The straight competitive obedience folks I enjoy training my dog everything bit of agility x it of obedience, bit of protection, bit of tracking I like a well rounded dog I don't want a dog looking for problems all the time

[@pseudopetrus]

I love GSD's, I have one but as she got older her hips are bothering her. I got her spayed.

[@chuckwheeler3923]

Does Clyde have a website

[@NWACaneCorsos]

No sir.

[@pseudopetrus]

I would not go thru Clydes fridge without permission!

[@tristenisaacs2000]

There are a lot of flaws in Clyde’s reasoning. As someone who trains and decoys dogs, he is seriously missing a lot of the theory and methodology behind training. That lack of understanding and information has made him fill those holes or fluff with his own flawed training. Not even talking about sport, straight up protection. That in itself is dangerous.

[@NWACaneCorsos]

Thanks for your comment. I'm sure he will be over here for a reply

[@kyleknowles4566]

Flaws or personal choices of of peoples training style is why as an amateur trainer u should absorb knowledge from As many trainers and types of trainer's as possible to learn principles not people's opinions Watch agility trainers Watch sport trainers Watch gundog trainers Watch seeing eye dog trainers Watch obedience trainers Watch tv and film trainers They all know more than u remember that be a student of the game If u learn principles u can train the dog in front of u the way that specific dogs personality requires

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@kyleknowles4566 if I could frame this I would

[@kyleknowles4566]

@@NWACaneCorsos people online often want black and white yes or no answers to complex questions People think dogs are like cars and trainers are the mechanics I've spoke to people in my area who actually believe dogs are born understanding the language of the country they are born in They truly believe that I have a good dog that understands everything I say by accident And they believe there dog just chooses to ignore them coz it's a bad dog There's no excuse in this day and age to excuse people from Training there dogs there countless hours of content from Every dog training discipline known to man But People are looking for step by step instructions so they don't have to think for them selves I agree with CT if u don't have time to train ur dog u don't have time for a dog