My dog chewed off these things: -5 earphones -1 laptop charging cable -4 pairs of flip flops -wire of a blood pressure monitoring machine -a purse -many cardboard boxes -combs -mugs And many other things I probably dont remember I feel like a failure
Hey Zak. Just wanted to say that I'm relatively new to your channel and really appreciate your videos. They have been invaluable with my 11 week old puppy, and I am a far more confident owner having watched them. Your commitment to ethical training is something I really value and appreciate. It's so hard for people do understand that you don't have to yell, scream, and hit your dog in order to train them. Thank you for putting all this information out there.
Great advice, Zak! I love the way you mentioned that many dogs simply enjoy performing the behaviour of chewing. As dog owners, we should always aim to incorporate 'approved' chewing activities which will help keep our dogs mentally stimulated and most importantly allow them to express their natural behaviours in a healthy way.
Yeah. Training a dog and going through all the repetitions is not only a good exercise for the dog, but also for the human who's not very patient. LoL!
I absolutely love your videos. I am going to get a golden retriever puppy at Christmas time. I have become a patreon and I have watched almost all of your videos. I am so excited to get our puppy. It'll be the best doggy ever all thanks to you ❤️
Thank you, I recently got a puppy and it’s been a pain dealing with EVERYTHING getting destroyed. We are out of the just teething stage and we need to put a stop to this before it gets worse. Thank you again
Nobody seemed to notice Winston is a very beautiful Anatolian Shepherd Dog... Ideal pick for a chewing video as they have the strongest bite of all dog breeds, and they love what they do well! (Livestock guardian breed that prefers to chase the threat away rather than to engage in battle)
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seriously? spamming somebody's channel with competition, and then not even being able to post it in the right spot, but answering to a comment that has nothing to do with what you are trying to sell?? You are obviously not burdened with an overabundance of intelligence...
I'm so glad you specifically mentioned the sock thing. Our Aussie ate a full length sock without chewing at all. Thankfully, it was extracted but it definitely could have went another way. I'm starting this training tonight!
I just got an Aussie puppy and she chews on everythinggg lol! I soon realized her favorite being chords😳 I never leave her alone even for a minute now, wherever I go she goes. Luckily I learned from my first puppy, to put up all socks lol! But she still finds something to chew on.😂
I want to see what you do when the dog goes for your wallet and what you do to stop. I want to see how you handle the negatives not just the positive outcomes. I think your page is great btw.
I found this very easy. And the method is not only for Chewing, is for whatever behaviour that your dog has that you don't want. Just say no and get your dogs attention. As soon as you have have your dogs attention, meaning that he/she stoped doing the very thing that you don't want. You Award that with a treat and a happy voice. If my dog licks her paws for example, I just say quickly "AAH" with a high pitch voice so my dog looks at me like "WTF"? And then I Award her for watching me. With time your dog will understand that every time he/she does whatever it might be, your interrupting him/her and they will stop doing so.
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But how does this address them chewing up things that you don’t tell them to leave? In the middle of the night when they chew their own dang bed or the sofa ?Is the answer ultimately just exercise them?
Not that my opinion matters, but I'm a fan of Caesar millan, and hes helped me sooo much over the years with my pitties, I have 3. the answer is yes, altho not "just"..daily exercise(min 45 mins) walking properly by ur side or behind(exercises the mind,most important, and the body. He recommends routine like round the same time everyday, but not all of us can swing that) then discipline(i.e. training not beatings lol they listen a hell of a lot better after they've worked) then..AFFECTION!(I.e. food treats cuddles ect.. in that order. repetition and follow through, it's all about leadership and setting boundaries with a calm yet assertive mindset. if ur doing it right u will get amazing results with all issues! Not immediately mind u, literally depends on our energy as weird as that sounds. I kinda assume everyone knows about mr millan tho! Ur msg was a long time ago so I hope all is amazing!
@ thanks for the input. First timer here with a shepherd rescue just past her puppy years so she’s been a handful. If I leave chews , sometimes she would still prefer chewing her bed. when I am watching her, then she’ll eat her chew 😒😒She’s a lot of work. Still in progress. Can’t tell if she’s scared or protective . Still growls at people in a distance, any dog even if they’re trying to be friendly. 😖
Perfect video for my year old Pomeranian called Nico he loves to chew on clothes and anything dangling when he’s alone and I’m out. Thank you Zak, hopefully with this video my little Nico can learn to not chew when I’m out.
Hello, I just wanted to stop by when I saw that you posted a new video. I am getting my first dog at the begining of Summer; a Poodle puppy. I have bought your book as a guide and subscribed so I can keep an eye on your videos. Thank you for everything!
Hi Zak, we purchased the piece that you are pointing and claims good for cleaning teeth, which causes our dog’s gum bleeding . Blood were on area where she chewed.
It was by the 4th Gsd, Kashmir, that we got the chew training right! We also crate trained him from day 1 and he loved his crate, unfortunately we lost him at age 4 to epilepsy. We still have our girl, Valentine ♥ who is 8. She seems to be going through a second puppy hood! Wants to play a lot more and we're loving it! Winston is a handsome boy, reminds me of a lurcher my brother had called Java and he was a big boy. Forget what cross he was because there was only one person in the UK who bred this particular type of lurcher. I don't know what it is about male dogs but they tend to be a lot gentler than girls. I'd say girls are less goofy, when Kashmir did something daft it was, there goes fun doggy but when Valentine ♥ does something crazy it's even funnier! and she's quite a serious girl. We miss our boy every day, it'll be 2 years in June since he passed and it hasn't got any easier. He was far too young and something like epilepsy, you don't think that's going to end their life especially when all the vets and specialists said he'd have a normal and full life. We definitely learned to live in the moment and embrace and enjoy every minute of the day from him. He wasn't here for a long time but it certainly was a great time 💔💔💔💔
Tesla Nick thanks so much, he was our big baby boy, 60kg! Twice the size of Valentine and our other 2 girls, Saskia and Mira. It was losing him at such a young age and not being prepared for it. Again thanks for your kind words x
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My dog just chewed up my leather suitcase, all of my game controllers, my laptop, my Nintendo Switch, and a granite countertop. How will these toys make him stop?
Genuine question: would the dog not begin chewing more or keep chewing as a way to basically “trick you” into having to give them treats to make them stop? Like blackmailing you for treats. Or am I giving them too much deceptive credit?
Great info! I just adopted a 1 yr old great pyrenees from a rescue and he is still in the chewing phase. He is house trained but not trained in ANYTHING else. This will help for sure! What about doing a video on a VERY independent breed that is stubborn as hell and doesn't like to listen at all and is very strong...like a Great Pyrenees! :)
What do I do if I never catch my dog chewing the stuff up? She might chew it up when I am sleeping or I am at school. But she never does it around me. I walk her everyday and she has many toys to chew on. I play with her and give her lots of attention. She is about 2 years old and we don't let her inside. So what do I do to tell her to stop?
Isn't that exactly what the guy is saying? When it's playtime with him familiarize him with all the stuf you Don't want him to chew on when you're away and teach him not to
*"Dogs respond better when they're shown to do something rather than made to do something".* When you "make" your dog do something, you're kind of doing it for them. I bit like getting someone to do your homework for you, the work gets done, but you've cheated and not learned anything. The process of doing homework helps you learn.
Hi Zak First of all, I'd like to thank you for posting all of these videos - they've really helped me train my 9 month old puppy since she was just a little baby. Recently, she has lacked a bit of concentration and was disinterested in treats during trainingsessions, so I've switched to rewarding her with toys and play. Can you make a video with advice and tips to training a playdriven dog, who already knows all the basics? I would really enjoy that!
With my first dog, I tried the bitter spray to keep her from chewing things. Only she REALLY liked it. When I’d give her a treat, she’d run over to something I’d sprayed to rub her treat on it before she ate it.
A man living in Alaska who was a hunter used to setup a lot of traps around and his dog being curious and stubborn will go over the traps and try to eat the bait. Now that guy try to call him off but dog will come right back again so hunter taught him lesson by letting the dog get caught in trap which obviously hurt the dog. Was this positive or negative training and what method would you have used to prevent it?
Zak would you please do a video on food agression I have a 3 month old lab which guards his food and growls when I go near him He also growls when I want to get a toy from him I don't want this to grow farther Could you please help me out!
I read in a book to take up their food dish and then feed them yourself bit by bit, temporarily. The dog is supposed to get the idea that food comes FROM you, not that you are trying to take it away. Haven't tried it myself. Good luck.
I think I had a Zak George moment. My puppies were fighting over treats. They each got one, but Webster gobbled his and then he wanted Alice's. What do I want him to do?(That's a key question!) I want him to wait quietly while she finishes hers So I got him to do that and rewarded him as he did it!
Best get a professional to help you out. Resource guarding can be tricky to solve and you can easily make it worse by not knowing what you're doing. In the meantime, don't try and take anything from him, teach him to come away from his food bowl and teach him to "drop" his toys when he has them.
Ok, probably a dumb thought. But what if each item he is allowed to chew on you spray with a scent of some kind. Like that bacon flavour stuff. Then offer him different items and only the items with that scent is he allowed to touch. Just a thought...
are those toys available in europe ? My dog chews because of anxiety when she is left alone so literally like everyday I come back from work another item is destroyed even though she only have access to the hall and kitchen when I'm gone and I try to secure everything when I'm leaving the house. She's very smart and Creative when it comes to destroying and opening drawers.
I commented these comments on the last video, but you didn't get to them so here they are again: 1. "Hey Zak, I want to say first that I absolutely love your videos. They are both super helpful and entertaining. However, I’m the kind of person who likes to see all the sides of an argument. I looked around RUclips and found some other “balanced” and even one or two all-positive trainers who well... they didn’t like you very much... After seeing all sides of the argument and trying your training to see if it works (it does and don’t worry I only tried yours; no bad collars), I concluded that you were the right side of the argument. I think you should do a video of you with your dog, basically just showing off how ultra obedient it is, to prove to other, criticizing dog trainers that your method works. Also, I think you should show a dog that’s being trained with your methods and by you get better and better at training over multiple months, to show exactly that you were able to totally train it using all-positive methods. I also think you should do a video where you do leash training with a very difficult dog (as in one with a history of biting, that looks difficult and dangerous) if that’s not possible then show an over time rehabilitation of this dog, using humane methods. I think you should do this because balanced trainers and Cesar Milan supporters say “Zak George isn’t a real professional because he hasn’t worked with a really difficult case” and other things like that. Lastly, please please please make a video on how to make your dog stay calm in the car. I’ll be getting a dog soon and I’ve seen other people’s dogs like jumping into the front seat and being scared and I don’t want my dog to do that. Thanks so much, A big fan" 2. "I posted another comment earlier but I forgot a couple other questions I wanted to ask you. Great video! You often say to feed your dog “real meat.” What does that mean? As in leftover meat from dinner, as in jerky or cold cuts? For treats that keep at room temp, what brand/flavor do you recommend? How do you know whether it can keep at room temp? (Please give your real answer, not your sponsor) I’m currently looking to get a puppy. Should I go for shelter or breeder? Where do you find responsible breeders? Are websites such as petfinder.com trustworthy? I would like to get the puppy as soon as summer starts, or a couple weeks after... how can I plan that out if I’m adopting? Also, I just wanted to thank you for making such amazing informative videos!"
I'm not Zak, but I can probably answer a few questions about adopting a dog. Where you get your dog is ultimately up to you. If you are looking for a specific breed, obviously it will be easier to find that through a breeder. If you want to know if a breeder is responsible or not, there are a few steps you can take. See what you can find out about them online: perhaps they have a Facebook page where they share info about the progress of their dogs and litters, and on this page you may also be able to see reviews from previous adopters. You should contact any breeder you are interested in purchasing from and ask them some questions. A really good one to ask is if they health test their animals. Health tests of parent dogs can help identify potential problems such as hip dysplasia or deafness... what tests they will do is largely dependent on the breed of dog, as different breeds are prone to different issues. You should also be able to visit the premises and meet the parent dogs. This will give you an idea of if they are healthy or not and what their temperament is like. It's also good because you can see what the property looks like and if it's clean etc. When you get a shelter dog, often times you don't know what you are getting; sometimes even the shelter doesn't know much about where they came from. However, most shelter dogs are also very loving; you just won't have much idea about any potential health risks or bad behaviors the dog may have. Of course, if you manage to get a puppy from a shelter, you sort of get a blank slate. The benefit of getting a shelter dog over one from a breeder is that they are cheaper and your money is going to a good place. You will also be opening up a spot for the rescue to help another animal. This is why so many people support adopting from shelters. Most shelters will have you come and meet the dog you are interested in. They will schedule an appointment for you to bring your family members and any other pets you have to meet the dog, and then typically you'll play together in a room or go outside, you may be able to walk the dog, too. This helps you get an idea of the dog's behavior and energy levels, and if you think it will be a good fit for your family. Of course, sometimes there are shelters that are not up to code. Typically these are "animal control" facilities rather than actual non-profit shelters like the humane society. A shelter that is following laws and cares about their animals will be a clean place. The dogs will be presentable too. Cages will be clean. Typically they have volunteers going in and out with the dogs, so if a dog does leave a mess in their kennel, someone (either the volunteer or another staff) will be there to clean it up shortly. So seeing messes in a kennel is possible, but you won't see it very often. Furthermore, the cages will be set up so that dogs cannot distribute disease to one another (basically, the sides of the cages shouldnt have open bars). I honestly dont think theres much to do in terms of preparation. Obviously you will want to get a crate and some dog food and toys before picking your dog up. You'll also want some carpet cleaner because even if your dog is not a puppy, they sometimes have accidents (my dogs puke every now and again, so it's good to have on hand). If you're getting a puppy, make sure the cleaner can kill the enzymes in their pee. Often times puppies will repeat the offense in the same spot because they can still smell their urine there, even if all you smell is bleach! An enzymatic cleaner is really important. You should also consider getting a garbage can with a lid (though most people already have these) that the dog won't be able to get into. Other than that, just clean your house. Like this video shows, dogs, especially puppies, can be very curious and will get their nose into everything! You wouldn't want them to swallow something harmful. Hope this information is helpful. I have spent some time volunteering at a shelter before, so if you have any other questions I might be able to answer them.
Mister E obviously means well, and much of what he says is okay, but he obviously is not very educated in a scientific way, nor in any other relevant topic... (clear example: "kill the enzymes in their pee". 1. enzymes are not living organisms and therefor cannot be killed. 2. there are no enzymes in pee. 3. the enzymatic cleaner he mentions later on, has "enzym" in its name because it is the cleaner that contains enzyms to break down certain proteins and other molecules like ureum and ammonia. Anyone with basic knowledge of biology knows this, as enzymatic processes are 3rd grade biology) In any case, his advice doesn't bring you much closer to answering your actual questions. He just feels he should share his experience, and that is nice, it's his prerogative, and you might say it shows he cares. That's good. But imho when answering questions, one should truly answer the question completely... When you are looking to get a dog, please take the responsibility to get educated advice and maybe even guidance in your choice. It will ensure more happiness for you and for the dog. Almost everyone is able to properly care for and raise a dog, but not every breed is fit for every person, and especially not for every purpose. So before asking where to get the dog, ask yourself what is the purpose of the dog for you? Certain purposes require training to start in early stages, which would make shelter dogs unfit. Once you have determined the purpose, look up which breeds are fit for that purpose. Then look up the general characteristics of those breeds and see if they are compatible with your lifestyle and your home/family. A good channel to find those informations is Dogs 101 here on RUclips. They feature a large number of breeds broken down in characteristics, pros, cons, required care, etc. Now you know which breed(s) you are looking for, you can decide if you'll get one from a shelter (if the purpose allows for that) or from a breeder. If you don't care, I would advise shelter dogs, because those are already there living a life that you can make more valuable, whereas breeders will increase "production" with demand, so buying a puppy from a breeder might (not necessarily will!) be a cause for extra litters that otherwise would not exist. (more litters means more dogs that need to find a home, means more dogs in shelters that won't find a home and be euthanised unless Abandoned Pets Project saves them (Matt Karricker/Vet Ranch). IF you go for a shelter dog, be prepared to wait a long time, because there is no guarantee that you'll find that breed right away. Contact as many shelters as you can, and ask them to contact you as soon as a dog of that breed is brought in. They might ask you why you are so specific, well you already have good arguments because you made a well-educated choice above... Also, once you have decided on the breed, join a few Facebook groups for owners, and read their experiences, but beware: keep a smart mind about what you read, be critical, because many dog owners consider themselves experts just for having bought a dog. your other questions: - About car behavior: in most places the law provides that it shouldn't be physically possible for the dog to jump on the front seat, so that's where you can start. Everyone in the car has a designated spot, and so does the dog. It's also much safer for the dog to be in a more confined space in case of an accident (when he's loose, he'll fly all over, or even may fly through the windshield and die). If budget and car space allows, the best is a car crate with fixtures (crate fixed in the trunk). Good car crates have "soft" panels on the sides and towards the front of the car (rear of the crate) which will prevent injury in case of a collision. that been said, you will want to train your dog to ride along. Imagine small steps and reward every tiniest success and upon error, take a step back to where there was success. Practically: first play with the car crate in the yard or your house. Maybe even let the pup sleep in it a couple of times. Then put it in the car (or in the crate in the car) without going for a drive, reward, leave the car, reward. Tiniest steps you can imagine. - Real meat is to be taken litterally: no processed meat, no synthetics, nothing aromatized. Just plain cooked meat straight from the butcher's (or equivalent). Like the cheapest chicken breast cooked without seasoning, for example. - Treats that keep at room temperature: check the ingredients. Try to find some without sugar (or other words like maltodextrose, glucose, ...) and definitely without salt! (brands: I'm sorry, I don't live in the US so I can't advise you on brands. don't be afraid to ask your vet for advice.) - How to find a responsible breeder: talk to people who own dogs of that breed (cfr FB groups). They will share good and bad experiences and point you to reliable breeders or breed-specific clubs that have a reliable breeding programme. - I would personally NOT trust petfinder.com because there is no dependable screening of ads. There will be good pets on it, but malevolent sellers are on there too. - don't make your choice based on your planning. Make your planning based on your choice... If you rush into a choice because you insist on having it when summer starts, you risk settling for something that you otherwise would not accept. Start looking now. If you find the perfect pup sooner than your ideal date, don't hesitate. If you haven't found one by that date, don't rush buy, just keep looking... Good luck! And remember: never be afraid to get advice from your vet or other trained professionals. Take your time and take research seriously when making your choice. It will determine the success or failure of your relationship with the dog.
It looks like I have a fan! Unfortunately, biology was a long time ago for me, but whether or not my science is right, it is true that you need this type of cleaner to prevent the dog from urinating in the same place. Did I answer ALL of the questions? No. I only answered the ones I felt comfortable with answering. I don't really believe in spouting nonsense. I'm surprised that I am apparently the troll. Look in the mirror :)
My dog Ranger has some anxiety around his ears, but usually if you scratch under his chin first you can slowly move to his ears. Our puppy, Nitro, is afraid of it when you swoop down on him to pet him. They're both Chihuahua mix rescue puppers.
Hey Zak, any options for shipping to India? My puppy loves to be petted and massaged. As soon as he sees the wet wipe in my hand, he positions himself on his back for the belly rub…
I have a 10 month old jackapoo and she constantly tries to chew on blankets and pillows. I don’t know what to do because we give her all kinds of toys to chew on and lots of exercise, yet she still chews on blankets. Could it be because she has anxiety? What can we do?
I just learned my puppy is only 2 months and not 3 months and I already taught her some basic commands (sit, stay, lay down, stand up, leave it etc.) . I'm worried if I trained her too early since I've heard somewhere you're not supposed to train dogs until 3 months?
Great channel, Zak! I've been using it for all sorts of things with my dogs and it really helps. This one is a question: my dog goes on walks calmly most of the time, but the only thing that throws her of is other dogs barking at her (from inside their houses) or coming towards her (on the street). How should I address this? I want her to get her to stay and not over-excert herself, because I feel restraining her with the leash hurts her (she pulls and fights it) and I don't want that to happen. Thanks!
I love your videos and have been watching them daily since I brought home a new puppy two weeks ago! Have you ever done a video about a puppy in a city? Mine is having a tough time getting comfortable with all the commotion on the street which is making exercise and potty training a bit challenging
Books! My dog chews on my books when I'm gone for a long period of time. She also chews on her bedding when it's outside, so I can't give her a cozy bed outside without her eating it. But she doesn't do this when I'm around so it's hard to correct her.
Hi, I would like to know if it's ok for my dog not only to chew on her toys but also to eat them, I have a small dog that just keeps riping apart every toy we give to her to the point that most toys won't last a couple of hours. We bought her some 'nylabone?' toys wich she seemed to like, but then we read an article that nylabones could cause the dog to have convulsions due to their stomachs filling with toy material.
Can you give advise on puppies who eat rocks? My 11 week old has swallowed (and passed thankfully) small pebbles when on walks. How would you train the puppy to leave it so it doesn't lead to pica?
Hi Zac my Beagle pup Lola tries to bite electric cables , I was going to use bitter spray on them for everones safety and at what age can I give her real bones to chew she's 11 weeks , love your video's ,G
Well what do you do when you’re training and say “leave it” and they go to chew it instead? And don’t listen no matter what? My 1 year old dog is driving me crazy and has chewed up over $500 worth of shoes.
Very helpful. Unfortunately my 7 mo puppy chewed up a set of speakers we just bought recently. Not exactly to happy with her but hopefully now I can get an idea on how to go about teaching her what she is and is not allowed to chew
Kinda doesn't help when you are sleeping and my 8 month old 5 1/2 foot tall Anatolian Pyrenees can reach everything (Including my wall mounted TV yes he was chewing on my tv). How do you fix that I've tried the cage he broke it, welded a new cage he broke it, and ive tried clipping him to me while sleeping he dragged me down out of my bed and down the stairs when my wife came home from work.
AWESOME I will try this I have a teething puppy almost 5 months old and she is chewing everything even my floors I also have a dog that is the mother dog who does the same she is 2 yrs old it is really hard thanks
Great video Zak! I need help with my 5 month old puppy. Lol She eats everything including my couch 😩. I’m going to try some techniques you mentioned and also about the jumping. She hurts when she jumps on me. Thx for the great tips, much appreciated 👍🏻
How durable are the sporn bones compared to nylon bones? My dog chews up those bones in a very short time (she chews up the hartz bones in minutes, removes a prong on the wishbone benebones in a few hours, and shaves half of the nylabones off before the end of the day) and she isn't interested in the squishy chew toys. (though if the soft sporn bones are refillable that may maintain her interest)
Another reason why distracting the dog and giving it other toys to chew on is the way to go is because smart dogs will be happy with their progress and the fact that they’re pleasing you
What do you do when a dog is TOO smart? My German Shepherd will usually only listen if she KNOWS I have a treat for her, and will ignore any commands otherwise. Even worse, is whenever trying to teach her a correction [for example "off" when mouthing] she will DELIBERATELY do the bad behavior just so that I will correct her and thus give her a treat. If I don't give her a treat, she'll then just stop listening. What should I do?
Zak would you make a video on how to get around a dogs stubbornness? I have a 1 year old Belgian Malinois that missed the time as a pup to bond and learn things, due to many many surgeries. He is stubborn and easily distracted and always alert. I don't have anyone to help with training so many of the videos I see on here are using more then one people to help. Drako (that's his name) doesn't understand the clicker through the many training sessions we've had. I need some help badly with training him. Without being able to train with him as a puppy it has shown that it is making it much more difficult to train him now. I could really use your help to get him to listen and not jump or bark unless I command without taking the bark out of him, because I'd like to enter him in French ring. I am very experienced with this hyper breed, but I have never missed the chance to be there and do stuff with him as a puppy. Plus I try to introduce him to new things, but once that thing scares him he wont go back to it. I'm just not sure what to do. I've never seen a Belgian Malinois as peculiar as he. Please help me out :)
"Be in an area where they cant chew stuff up" she CHEWS THE WALLS
same😭
Mine chews his crate,metal,wood,walls,doors EVERYTHING!!!
me
@@davidblocker3303 mine even a mop
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My dog chewed off these things:
-5 earphones
-1 laptop charging cable
-4 pairs of flip flops
-wire of a blood pressure monitoring machine
-a purse
-many cardboard boxes
-combs
-mugs
And many other things I probably dont remember
I feel like a failure
My dog chewed up the WiFi cord 😐😐
My dog has chewed up the wall 💀
@@melaa6702 same
I forgot my wallet on bed now my pan card aadhar card 2 atm cards and 1000 ruppes am crying while watching while watching this
My dog chewed up my purse wtfff
Four month Aussie here. Much needed info. Thanks. Love how you teach.
Hey Zak. Just wanted to say that I'm relatively new to your channel and really appreciate your videos. They have been invaluable with my 11 week old puppy, and I am a far more confident owner having watched them. Your commitment to ethical training is something I really value and appreciate. It's so hard for people do understand that you don't have to yell, scream, and hit your dog in order to train them. Thank you for putting all this information out there.
I really needed this for my 10 months old sheltie! Thank you Zach for the help! Love from Canada! :)
it's ZAK idiot
Great advice, Zak! I love the way you mentioned that many dogs simply enjoy performing the behaviour of chewing. As dog owners, we should always aim to incorporate 'approved' chewing activities which will help keep our dogs mentally stimulated and most importantly allow them to express their natural behaviours in a healthy way.
Yeah. Training a dog and going through all the repetitions is not only a good exercise for the dog, but also for the human who's not very patient. LoL!
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I absolutely love your videos. I am going to get a golden retriever puppy at Christmas time. I have become a patreon and I have watched almost all of your videos. I am so excited to get our puppy. It'll be the best doggy ever all thanks to you ❤️
We got really lucky with our Borador Buddy. Just keep getting your dog lots of engaging toys like the kong wobbler!
Thank you, I recently got a puppy and it’s been a pain dealing with EVERYTHING getting destroyed. We are out of the just teething stage and we need to put a stop to this before it gets worse. Thank you again
Leave-it (YES!) is the most under used and under taught behavior. Thank you, Zak.
It's one of the first and most important things I teach.
I find this very helpful. My puppy Timmy keeps biting my shoes and even destroyed my phone charger so this is very helpful. Thank you sir Zak
My dog is a cavoodle 14weeks and have a chewing problem. This video is very helpful to me and to my dog.
Nobody seemed to notice Winston is a very beautiful Anatolian Shepherd Dog... Ideal pick for a chewing video as they have the strongest bite of all dog breeds, and they love what they do well! (Livestock guardian breed that prefers to chase the threat away rather than to engage in battle)
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seriously? spamming somebody's channel with competition, and then not even being able to post it in the right spot, but answering to a comment that has nothing to do with what you are trying to sell?? You are obviously not burdened with an overabundance of intelligence...
#Luke
I think you r n awesome dumped puppy who have narrow minded. I don't want to comment any stupid person like you!
+1 for the Firefly reference, even if it is 5 months late :)
I'm so glad you specifically mentioned the sock thing. Our Aussie ate a full length sock without chewing at all. Thankfully, it was extracted but it definitely could have went another way. I'm starting this training tonight!
I just got an Aussie puppy and she chews on everythinggg lol!
I soon realized her favorite being chords😳 I never leave her alone even for a minute now, wherever I go she goes.
Luckily I learned from my first puppy, to put up all socks lol! But she still finds something to chew on.😂
I love how he says this is an iphone 10, I dont want him chewing on it and then he justs throws it in the air and it hits the floor multiple times XD
Bidoof lmao
because that's how apple products should be treated
Basile Van Negen nah all androids deserve to be smashed
Basile Van Negen lol don't go harassing Apple because you have bad taste and enjoy shitty products like AnDroIdS
@@tiny_rotty214 lol dont go harrasing Android just because ur Iphone battery dies after 2 hours
I have a St. Bernard and he alway chews everything and he is only 6 months this video has helped out a lot
Winston is beautiful omg! Also great video, Zak! We all needed this video! :)
I would love to see a video on how to correct digging! Thanks!
My dog and Winston must be related! They look alike, love to chew, and are just great big puppies at heart! Also thank you for the great tips🐶
Yay! You had a giant breed dog guest!
I want to see what you do when the dog goes for your wallet and what you do to stop. I want to see how you handle the negatives not just the positive outcomes. I think your page is great btw.
WOW! I am a 11 month old Wheaten Terrier who uploads every day. I really like you channel Zack!
I found this very easy. And the method is not only for Chewing, is for whatever behaviour that your dog has that you don't want. Just say no and get your dogs attention. As soon as you have have your dogs attention, meaning that he/she stoped doing the very thing that you don't want. You Award that with a treat and a happy voice. If my dog licks her paws for example, I just say quickly "AAH" with a high pitch voice so my dog looks at me like "WTF"? And then I Award her for watching me. With time your dog will understand that every time he/she does whatever it might be, your interrupting him/her and they will stop doing so.
It's called "block and redirect" and the best way to get behaviour changes.
Those toys sound like they could distract both of my pups a lot! I’m gonna but like 10 😂😂😂
1 thumb up for Winston,the giant rescue dog,and 1 thumb up for Zak,the "giant" of all trainers!
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But how does this address them chewing up things that you don’t tell them to leave? In the middle of the night when they chew their own dang bed or the sofa ?Is the answer ultimately just exercise them?
Not that my opinion matters, but I'm a fan of Caesar millan, and hes helped me sooo much over the years with my pitties, I have 3. the answer is yes, altho not "just"..daily exercise(min 45 mins) walking properly by ur side or behind(exercises the mind,most important, and the body. He recommends routine like round the same time everyday, but not all of us can swing that) then discipline(i.e. training not beatings lol they listen a hell of a lot better after they've worked) then..AFFECTION!(I.e. food treats cuddles ect.. in that order. repetition and follow through, it's all about leadership and setting boundaries with a calm yet assertive mindset. if ur doing it right u will get amazing results with all issues! Not immediately mind u, literally depends on our energy as weird as that sounds. I kinda assume everyone knows about mr millan tho! Ur msg was a long time ago so I hope all is amazing!
@ thanks for the input. First timer here with a shepherd rescue just past her puppy years so she’s been a handful. If I leave chews , sometimes she would still prefer chewing her bed. when I am watching her, then she’ll eat her chew 😒😒She’s a lot of work. Still in progress. Can’t tell if she’s scared or protective . Still growls at people in a distance, any dog even if they’re trying to be friendly. 😖
This man deserves his own show on Netflix or something God damn!
Perfect video for my year old Pomeranian called Nico he loves to chew on clothes and anything dangling when he’s alone and I’m out. Thank you Zak, hopefully with this video my little Nico can learn to not chew when I’m out.
"It would be easier if your dog weighs less than you though." 😆
A pug
I own 2 rottweilers and they're heavy AF. Everytime we go to the park, I feel like I'm getting pulled on a leash instead lol 😭
Mine weighs 2 pounds fourteen ounces I’m good lol well she is a 8 week old puppy
This is the only channel I subscribe to and actually watch...
Hello, I just wanted to stop by when I saw that you posted a new video. I am getting my first dog at the begining of Summer; a Poodle puppy. I have bought your book as a guide and subscribed so I can keep an eye on your videos. Thank you for everything!
Hi Zak, we purchased the piece that you are pointing and claims good for cleaning teeth, which causes our dog’s gum bleeding . Blood were on area where she chewed.
It was by the 4th Gsd, Kashmir, that we got the chew training right! We also crate trained him from day 1 and he loved his crate, unfortunately we lost him at age 4 to epilepsy. We still have our girl, Valentine ♥ who is 8. She seems to be going through a second puppy hood! Wants to play a lot more and we're loving it! Winston is a handsome boy, reminds me of a lurcher my brother had called Java and he was a big boy. Forget what cross he was because there was only one person in the UK who bred this particular type of lurcher. I don't know what it is about male dogs but they tend to be a lot gentler than girls. I'd say girls are less goofy, when Kashmir did something daft it was, there goes fun doggy but when Valentine ♥ does something crazy it's even funnier! and she's quite a serious girl. We miss our boy every day, it'll be 2 years in June since he passed and it hasn't got any easier. He was far too young and something like epilepsy, you don't think that's going to end their life especially when all the vets and specialists said he'd have a normal and full life. We definitely learned to live in the moment and embrace and enjoy every minute of the day from him. He wasn't here for a long time but it certainly was a great time 💔💔💔💔
So sorry to hear about Kashmir, life can seem very unfair and cruel at times.
Tesla Nick thanks so much, he was our big baby boy, 60kg! Twice the size of Valentine and our other 2 girls, Saskia and Mira. It was losing him at such a young age and not being prepared for it. Again thanks for your kind words x
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I have the same rope and chew bone as you show. She likes to show quits, pillows and my crochet blankets.
You help me a lot I have learnt a lot from you I learnt my Rodweller that died and now I am learning my jack Russell
My dog just chewed up my leather suitcase, all of my game controllers, my laptop, my Nintendo Switch, and a granite countertop.
How will these toys make him stop?
She’s chewing all the electronics in the house , including the TV
Genuine question: would the dog not begin chewing more or keep chewing as a way to basically “trick you” into having to give them treats to make them stop? Like blackmailing you for treats. Or am I giving them too much deceptive credit?
I love Winston so MUCH! He's a beautiful pup.
I just got a puppy and he's one years old I'm trying to train him not to chew my stuff
archuleta.221990 lisa castellanos. i feel you /:
Just got a puppy the other day and I will definitely use this in my training! Thanks for the videos!
" Then there is everyone else," *looks at dog* "You're everyone else"
Great info! I just adopted a 1 yr old great pyrenees from a rescue and he is still in the chewing phase. He is house trained but not trained in ANYTHING else. This will help for sure! What about doing a video on a VERY independent breed that is stubborn as hell and doesn't like to listen at all and is very strong...like a Great Pyrenees! :)
“This is an iPhone X! I don’t want you to chew this.”
😂Lowkey flexing
Hey there my dog is destroying everything even though I take him for long walks he has puzzle toys big bones everything , I’m helpless !!
Following this comment because I need help too
What do I do if I never catch my dog chewing the stuff up? She might chew it up when I am sleeping or I am at school. But she never does it around me. I walk her everyday and she has many toys to chew on. I play with her and give her lots of attention. She is about 2 years old and we don't let her inside. So what do I do to tell her to stop?
Same case with me i lost 4 of my chargers and the wire of the tv
@@lkt.3354 ive lost 2 chargers and a remote control
It would be nice to get an answer to this. I have two young dogs that will chew forbidden items whiles bones are right next to them.
Isn't that exactly what the guy is saying? When it's playtime with him familiarize him with all the stuf you Don't want him to chew on when you're away and teach him not to
Ive lost the wire of our mf organ
*"Dogs respond better when they're shown to do something rather than made to do something".*
When you "make" your dog do something, you're kind of doing it for them. I bit like getting someone to do your homework for you, the work gets done, but you've cheated and not learned anything. The process of doing homework helps you learn.
Hi Zak
First of all, I'd like to thank you for posting all of these videos - they've really helped me train my 9 month old puppy since she was just a little baby. Recently, she has lacked a bit of concentration and was disinterested in treats during trainingsessions, so I've switched to rewarding her with toys and play. Can you make a video with advice and tips to training a playdriven dog, who already knows all the basics? I would really enjoy that!
Hey Zak, I tried this on my dog and it worked out really well.
step 1 dog proof your house! anything you don't want chewed put away or cover wires. This helped my 4 dogs a lot as we trained them as puppies.
With my first dog, I tried the bitter spray to keep her from chewing things. Only she REALLY liked it. When I’d give her a treat, she’d run over to something I’d sprayed to rub her treat on it before she ate it.
Funny how that happens sometimes.
Same with my labrador retriever. Chewing everything.what kind of exercise is best.
He sure is pushing those Marrow chews 😂
I don't have a dog but I love these videos,
My puppy chews everything too. I was vacuuming and she was behind me chewing the dang cord! Thank you for the tips!!
It wasn’t an advertisement if y’all would actually watch the full video it has some really good training points
Broo my dog chewed my powerbeats pro headphones and I just got them for Christmas!🤦🏾♀️
You got hair on your screen my dog chewed on my phone and cracked it and I got it like two months ago 😭
i ain’t got no type yikes how he chewed a hard phone tho omg😫😟
My dog did the same thing when he was a baby.
My dog broke my treadmill I've had for 14 years SMH
Yea my dog chewed my AirPods case and put chewing marks in them
A man living in Alaska who was a hunter used to setup a lot of traps around and his dog being curious and stubborn will go over the traps and try to eat the bait. Now that guy try to call him off but dog will come right back again so hunter taught him lesson by letting the dog get caught in trap which obviously hurt the dog.
Was this positive or negative training and what method would you have used to prevent it?
I gotta say... your youtube game is strong! your tips are great too!
Thank you brother I just got the sweetest puppy and this great information will be very handy in training her ❤
Winston is the cutest!
My daughter has a 1 yr old husky. They are about to rehome her because she literally chews up everything!!!
We will try these toys.
Zak would you please do a video on food agression
I have a 3 month old lab which guards his food and growls when I go near him
He also growls when I want to get a toy from him
I don't want this to grow farther
Could you please help me out!
This video is coming out in the next few weeks!
I read in a book to take up their food dish and then feed them yourself bit by bit, temporarily. The dog is supposed to get the idea that food comes FROM you, not that you are trying to take it away. Haven't tried it myself. Good luck.
call cesar milan.
I think I had a Zak George moment. My puppies were fighting over treats. They each got one, but Webster gobbled his and then he wanted Alice's. What do I want him to do?(That's a key question!) I want him to wait quietly while she finishes hers So I got him to do that and rewarded him as he did it!
Best get a professional to help you out. Resource guarding can be tricky to solve and you can easily make it worse by not knowing what you're doing. In the meantime, don't try and take anything from him, teach him to come away from his food bowl and teach him to "drop" his toys when he has them.
Ok, probably a dumb thought. But what if each item he is allowed to chew on you spray with a scent of some kind. Like that bacon flavour stuff. Then offer him different items and only the items with that scent is he allowed to touch. Just a thought...
I have an English Bulldog, and its stupid asf but i still love her.
are those toys available in europe ? My dog chews because of anxiety when she is left alone so literally like everyday I come back from work another item is destroyed even though she only have access to the hall and kitchen when I'm gone and I try to secure everything when I'm leaving the house. She's very smart and Creative when it comes to destroying and opening drawers.
Thanks. I learned something here!!!
I commented these comments on the last video, but you didn't get to them so here they are again:
1.
"Hey Zak,
I want to say first that I absolutely love your videos. They are both super helpful and entertaining. However, I’m the kind of person who likes to see all the sides of an argument. I looked around RUclips and found some other “balanced” and even one or two all-positive trainers who well... they didn’t like you very much... After seeing all sides of the argument and trying your training to see if it works (it does and don’t worry I only tried yours; no bad collars), I concluded that you were the right side of the argument. I think you should do a video of you with your dog, basically just showing off how ultra obedient it is, to prove to other, criticizing dog trainers that your method works. Also, I think you should show a dog that’s being trained with your methods and by you get better and better at training over multiple months, to show exactly that you were able to totally train it using all-positive methods. I also think you should do a video where you do leash training with a very difficult dog (as in one with a history of biting, that looks difficult and dangerous) if that’s not possible then show an over time rehabilitation of this dog, using humane methods. I think you should do this because balanced trainers and Cesar Milan supporters say “Zak George isn’t a real professional because he hasn’t worked with a really difficult case” and other things like that. Lastly, please please please make a video on how to make your dog stay calm in the car. I’ll be getting a dog soon and I’ve seen other people’s dogs like jumping into the front seat and being scared and I don’t want my dog to do that.
Thanks so much,
A big fan"
2.
"I posted another comment earlier but I forgot a couple other questions I wanted to ask you. Great video! You often say to feed your dog “real meat.” What does that mean? As in leftover meat from dinner, as in jerky or cold cuts? For treats that keep at room temp, what brand/flavor do you recommend? How do you know whether it can keep at room temp? (Please give your real answer, not your sponsor) I’m currently looking to get a puppy. Should I go for shelter or breeder? Where do you find responsible breeders? Are websites such as petfinder.com trustworthy? I would like to get the puppy as soon as summer starts, or a couple weeks after... how can I plan that out if I’m adopting? Also, I just wanted to thank you for making such amazing informative videos!"
I'm not Zak, but I can probably answer a few questions about adopting a dog.
Where you get your dog is ultimately up to you. If you are looking for a specific breed, obviously it will be easier to find that through a breeder. If you want to know if a breeder is responsible or not, there are a few steps you can take. See what you can find out about them online: perhaps they have a Facebook page where they share info about the progress of their dogs and litters, and on this page you may also be able to see reviews from previous adopters. You should contact any breeder you are interested in purchasing from and ask them some questions. A really good one to ask is if they health test their animals. Health tests of parent dogs can help identify potential problems such as hip dysplasia or deafness... what tests they will do is largely dependent on the breed of dog, as different breeds are prone to different issues. You should also be able to visit the premises and meet the parent dogs. This will give you an idea of if they are healthy or not and what their temperament is like. It's also good because you can see what the property looks like and if it's clean etc.
When you get a shelter dog, often times you don't know what you are getting; sometimes even the shelter doesn't know much about where they came from. However, most shelter dogs are also very loving; you just won't have much idea about any potential health risks or bad behaviors the dog may have. Of course, if you manage to get a puppy from a shelter, you sort of get a blank slate. The benefit of getting a shelter dog over one from a breeder is that they are cheaper and your money is going to a good place. You will also be opening up a spot for the rescue to help another animal. This is why so many people support adopting from shelters. Most shelters will have you come and meet the dog you are interested in. They will schedule an appointment for you to bring your family members and any other pets you have to meet the dog, and then typically you'll play together in a room or go outside, you may be able to walk the dog, too. This helps you get an idea of the dog's behavior and energy levels, and if you think it will be a good fit for your family.
Of course, sometimes there are shelters that are not up to code. Typically these are "animal control" facilities rather than actual non-profit shelters like the humane society. A shelter that is following laws and cares about their animals will be a clean place. The dogs will be presentable too. Cages will be clean. Typically they have volunteers going in and out with the dogs, so if a dog does leave a mess in their kennel, someone (either the volunteer or another staff) will be there to clean it up shortly. So seeing messes in a kennel is possible, but you won't see it very often. Furthermore, the cages will be set up so that dogs cannot distribute disease to one another (basically, the sides of the cages shouldnt have open bars).
I honestly dont think theres much to do in terms of preparation. Obviously you will want to get a crate and some dog food and toys before picking your dog up. You'll also want some carpet cleaner because even if your dog is not a puppy, they sometimes have accidents (my dogs puke every now and again, so it's good to have on hand). If you're getting a puppy, make sure the cleaner can kill the enzymes in their pee. Often times puppies will repeat the offense in the same spot because they can still smell their urine there, even if all you smell is bleach! An enzymatic cleaner is really important. You should also consider getting a garbage can with a lid (though most people already have these) that the dog won't be able to get into.
Other than that, just clean your house. Like this video shows, dogs, especially puppies, can be very curious and will get their nose into everything! You wouldn't want them to swallow something harmful.
Hope this information is helpful. I have spent some time volunteering at a shelter before, so if you have any other questions I might be able to answer them.
Oh and as far as adoption from a shelter goes, the process doesn't take very long based on the shelter I was with. Only about a week.
Mister E obviously means well, and much of what he says is okay, but he obviously is not very educated in a scientific way, nor in any other relevant topic... (clear example: "kill the enzymes in their pee". 1. enzymes are not living organisms and therefor cannot be killed. 2. there are no enzymes in pee. 3. the enzymatic cleaner he mentions later on, has "enzym" in its name because it is the cleaner that contains enzyms to break down certain proteins and other molecules like ureum and ammonia. Anyone with basic knowledge of biology knows this, as enzymatic processes are 3rd grade biology)
In any case, his advice doesn't bring you much closer to answering your actual questions. He just feels he should share his experience, and that is nice, it's his prerogative, and you might say it shows he cares. That's good. But imho when answering questions, one should truly answer the question completely...
When you are looking to get a dog, please take the responsibility to get educated advice and maybe even guidance in your choice. It will ensure more happiness for you and for the dog. Almost everyone is able to properly care for and raise a dog, but not every breed is fit for every person, and especially not for every purpose.
So before asking where to get the dog, ask yourself what is the purpose of the dog for you? Certain purposes require training to start in early stages, which would make shelter dogs unfit.
Once you have determined the purpose, look up which breeds are fit for that purpose. Then look up the general characteristics of those breeds and see if they are compatible with your lifestyle and your home/family. A good channel to find those informations is Dogs 101 here on RUclips. They feature a large number of breeds broken down in characteristics, pros, cons, required care, etc.
Now you know which breed(s) you are looking for, you can decide if you'll get one from a shelter (if the purpose allows for that) or from a breeder. If you don't care, I would advise shelter dogs, because those are already there living a life that you can make more valuable, whereas breeders will increase "production" with demand, so buying a puppy from a breeder might (not necessarily will!) be a cause for extra litters that otherwise would not exist. (more litters means more dogs that need to find a home, means more dogs in shelters that won't find a home and be euthanised unless Abandoned Pets Project saves them (Matt Karricker/Vet Ranch).
IF you go for a shelter dog, be prepared to wait a long time, because there is no guarantee that you'll find that breed right away. Contact as many shelters as you can, and ask them to contact you as soon as a dog of that breed is brought in. They might ask you why you are so specific, well you already have good arguments because you made a well-educated choice above...
Also, once you have decided on the breed, join a few Facebook groups for owners, and read their experiences, but beware: keep a smart mind about what you read, be critical, because many dog owners consider themselves experts just for having bought a dog.
your other questions:
- About car behavior: in most places the law provides that it shouldn't be physically possible for the dog to jump on the front seat, so that's where you can start. Everyone in the car has a designated spot, and so does the dog. It's also much safer for the dog to be in a more confined space in case of an accident (when he's loose, he'll fly all over, or even may fly through the windshield and die). If budget and car space allows, the best is a car crate with fixtures (crate fixed in the trunk). Good car crates have "soft" panels on the sides and towards the front of the car (rear of the crate) which will prevent injury in case of a collision.
that been said, you will want to train your dog to ride along. Imagine small steps and reward every tiniest success and upon error, take a step back to where there was success. Practically: first play with the car crate in the yard or your house. Maybe even let the pup sleep in it a couple of times. Then put it in the car (or in the crate in the car) without going for a drive, reward, leave the car, reward. Tiniest steps you can imagine.
- Real meat is to be taken litterally: no processed meat, no synthetics, nothing aromatized. Just plain cooked meat straight from the butcher's (or equivalent). Like the cheapest chicken breast cooked without seasoning, for example.
- Treats that keep at room temperature: check the ingredients. Try to find some without sugar (or other words like maltodextrose, glucose, ...) and definitely without salt! (brands: I'm sorry, I don't live in the US so I can't advise you on brands. don't be afraid to ask your vet for advice.)
- How to find a responsible breeder: talk to people who own dogs of that breed (cfr FB groups). They will share good and bad experiences and point you to reliable breeders or breed-specific clubs that have a reliable breeding programme.
- I would personally NOT trust petfinder.com because there is no dependable screening of ads. There will be good pets on it, but malevolent sellers are on there too.
- don't make your choice based on your planning. Make your planning based on your choice... If you rush into a choice because you insist on having it when summer starts, you risk settling for something that you otherwise would not accept. Start looking now. If you find the perfect pup sooner than your ideal date, don't hesitate. If you haven't found one by that date, don't rush buy, just keep looking...
Good luck! And remember: never be afraid to get advice from your vet or other trained professionals. Take your time and take research seriously when making your choice. It will determine the success or failure of your relationship with the dog.
and definitely check Zak's series on puppy training! ;)
It looks like I have a fan! Unfortunately, biology was a long time ago for me, but whether or not my science is right, it is true that you need this type of cleaner to prevent the dog from urinating in the same place. Did I answer ALL of the questions? No. I only answered the ones I felt comfortable with answering. I don't really believe in spouting nonsense. I'm surprised that I am apparently the troll. Look in the mirror :)
My dog Ranger has some anxiety around his ears, but usually if you scratch under his chin first you can slowly move to his ears. Our puppy, Nitro, is afraid of it when you swoop down on him to pet him. They're both Chihuahua mix rescue puppers.
Hey Zak, any options for shipping to India? My puppy loves to be petted and massaged. As soon as he sees the wet wipe in my hand, he positions himself on his back for the belly rub…
I have a 10 month old jackapoo and she constantly tries to chew on blankets and pillows. I don’t know what to do because we give her all kinds of toys to chew on and lots of exercise, yet she still chews on blankets. Could it be because she has anxiety? What can we do?
I just learned my puppy is only 2 months and not 3 months and I already taught her some basic commands (sit, stay, lay down, stand up, leave it etc.) . I'm worried if I trained her too early since I've heard somewhere you're not supposed to train dogs until 3 months?
Great channel, Zak! I've been using it for all sorts of things with my dogs and it really helps.
This one is a question: my dog goes on walks calmly most of the time, but the only thing that throws her of is other dogs barking at her (from inside their houses) or coming towards her (on the street). How should I address this? I want her to get her to stay and not over-excert herself, because I feel restraining her with the leash hurts her (she pulls and fights it) and I don't want that to happen.
Thanks!
I love your videos and have been watching them daily since I brought home a new puppy two weeks ago! Have you ever done a video about a puppy in a city? Mine is having a tough time getting comfortable with all the commotion on the street which is making exercise and potty training a bit challenging
My dog starts running from me when he has something in his mouth. he hides under desks and couches
Have u found a source yet?
me too omg! have you been able to control it?
Winston is gorgeous and so cute!! I loved when he laid on his back to get his belly rubbed 💕
Books! My dog chews on my books when I'm gone for a long period of time. She also chews on her bedding when it's outside, so I can't give her a cozy bed outside without her eating it. But she doesn't do this when I'm around so it's hard to correct her.
Hi, I would like to know if it's ok for my dog not only to chew on her toys but also to eat them, I have a small dog that just keeps riping apart every toy we give to her to the point that most toys won't last a couple of hours. We bought her some 'nylabone?' toys wich she seemed to like, but then we read an article that nylabones could cause the dog to have convulsions due to their stomachs filling with toy material.
Can you give advise on puppies who eat rocks? My 11 week old has swallowed (and passed thankfully) small pebbles when on walks. How would you train the puppy to leave it so it doesn't lead to pica?
Hi Zac my Beagle pup Lola tries to bite electric cables , I was going to use bitter spray on them for everones safety and at what age can I give her real bones to chew she's 11 weeks , love your video's ,G
Well what do you do when you’re training and say “leave it” and they go to chew it instead? And don’t listen no matter what? My 1 year old dog is driving me crazy and has chewed up over $500 worth of shoes.
What treats do you feed them during training
What about rugs and carpets? We have a one year old Rodishian Ridgbeback that has destroyed three rugs and our carpet.
What do you suggest for treats?
So what should you do if your dog is chewing and destroying the house when your not at home?
Very helpful. Unfortunately my 7 mo puppy chewed up a set of speakers we just bought recently. Not exactly to happy with her but hopefully now I can get an idea on how to go about teaching her what she is and is not allowed to chew
Kinda doesn't help when you are sleeping and my 8 month old 5 1/2 foot tall Anatolian Pyrenees can reach everything (Including my wall mounted TV yes he was chewing on my tv). How do you fix that I've tried the cage he broke it, welded a new cage he broke it, and ive tried clipping him to me while sleeping he dragged me down out of my bed and down the stairs when my wife came home from work.
Our Rocky, born May 4, 2023 resembles your “giant rescue” Winston
AWESOME I will try this I have a teething puppy almost 5 months old and she is chewing everything even my floors I also have a dog that is the mother dog who does the same she is 2 yrs old it is really hard thanks
Great video Zak! I need help with my 5 month old puppy. Lol
She eats everything including my couch 😩. I’m going to try some techniques you mentioned and also about the jumping. She hurts when she jumps on me. Thx for the great tips, much appreciated 👍🏻
Thank you for the discount code!!
I am getting a puppy soon and this is really helpful
Thank you
The dog I supposed to be getting is called a master escape artist. It a basenji. What do I do. Please make a video out of it or replied. Thanks
How durable are the sporn bones compared to nylon bones? My dog chews up those bones in a very short time (she chews up the hartz bones in minutes, removes a prong on the wishbone benebones in a few hours, and shaves half of the nylabones off before the end of the day) and she isn't interested in the squishy chew toys. (though if the soft sporn bones are refillable that may maintain her interest)
Where do I get to chew toys from the ones that are advertised by this guy
Another reason why distracting the dog and giving it other toys to chew on is the way to go is because smart dogs will be happy with their progress and the fact that they’re pleasing you
What do you do when a dog is TOO smart? My German Shepherd will usually only listen if she KNOWS I have a treat for her, and will ignore any commands otherwise. Even worse, is whenever trying to teach her a correction [for example "off" when mouthing] she will DELIBERATELY do the bad behavior just so that I will correct her and thus give her a treat. If I don't give her a treat, she'll then just stop listening. What should I do?
Zak would you make a video on how to get around a dogs stubbornness? I have a 1 year old Belgian Malinois that missed the time as a pup to bond and learn things, due to many many surgeries. He is stubborn and easily distracted and always alert. I don't have anyone to help with training so many of the videos I see on here are using more then one people to help. Drako (that's his name) doesn't understand the clicker through the many training sessions we've had. I need some help badly with training him. Without being able to train with him as a puppy it has shown that it is making it much more difficult to train him now. I could really use your help to get him to listen and not jump or bark unless I command without taking the bark out of him, because I'd like to enter him in French ring. I am very experienced with this hyper breed, but I have never missed the chance to be there and do stuff with him as a puppy. Plus I try to introduce him to new things, but once that thing scares him he wont go back to it. I'm just not sure what to do. I've never seen a Belgian Malinois as peculiar as he. Please help me out :)