Whenever I start feeling hopeless or go backwards occasionally with my dog's training, I come here and watch your videos to realize it's just a part of the process. My baby beagle, as old as Inertia, is still learning so much every day and our main focus is on self-control with her BIG nose and outgoing personality. It would be selfish to ask your puppy for a perfect behaviour 24/7 and deny the fact that us owners are also doing mistakes because we're learning about specific timing and anticipation. You make us feel humane and optimistic in training our mates!
I've always assumed her name was based on Newton's first law of motion (the law of inertia), not on the definition of the word inertia. So, her name is actually quite relevant!
I've learned so much by watching you train Inertia! She is a lovely young dog, a lot like my herding-breed dog. I only wish these videos would have been existed three years ago, when I got my shy little dog. :) How much easier it would have been to train her! And how much more I would understand about young dog's behaviour. Thank you for great videos!
This puppy is almost a year old and doesn't know basic obedience, here's a more useful playlist to have your dog completely off leash in 2 weeks ruclips.net/p/PLUHfjssC9omK4_DX9h9hKyGRFyZVjIIz9
It’s great to see your videos in everyday situations that really emphasize how important proper training is! I’ve read through your first book and I’m excited to read the second one. The combination of reading material and engaging videos has really made a difference in how I view dog training! Thanks for the awesome material! 👏
Your videos have been such a help when training my new rescue dog Roxy. Although she is more a middle aged woman than a puppy, from what we can gather her previous people had little time for her, didnt do much socialization at all, and didnt do much training past sit and paw. From that starting point under a month ago where she was lunging at other dogs had no clue what down was begging and most other bad habits, we have come to the point where we have been stopped and complimented by neighbors on how well behaved calm and gentle she is. She is introducing herself politley to other dogs, even when they are not calm, her fetch is going well and she is a champ at staying in doorways. Thank you zak for making me and roxy the dream team of our nieghborhood.
I've been following you since i had my puppy and i've been doign everything you are teaching in your videos and its working so well. My neighbour asked me if ive been training him with a trainer and i said yes on youtube :) Thanks for sharing your training . My husband and i couldnt afford a trainer in town and due to Covid 19 not beign able to go out your videos has been the best help for our puppy. Thanks again!
Awww Inertia is doing so well. This video was so helpful because I am getting a puppy soon! I melt in cuteness every time she looks at you during a heal session!
I love your videos Zak! I just recently got a puppy and because of these videos I have been able to teach my dog a lot of solid stuff in only 1 week! THANKS ZAK!
Thank you so much for posting, Zach!! Your videos inspire me to train my new puppy! Thank you so much for being such an inspiring teacher! Thank you so much for posting!!!!
I love that I learn something every week when I tune into your channel! It's the smallest things we have to think about when training dogs. These videos are so informative 😁!
Good job these videos are behind else we'd have no training content from you and Inertia! Love how real you make it all and how you show the ups and downs and the actual process.
@@TheFrontyer you don't need to approach people to socialise a puppy the best form of socialisation is just being able to observe the world and not be stressed out while doing so
Not to mention, socialisation isn't just "hey, here's a dog/person/strange sound". It's a process of careful, gradual exposure to a variety of situations, creatures and anything that stimulates the senses (sounds, smells, tactile objects). Socialisation itself is the way in which the animal learns to relate with these exposures. There is both good and bad socialisation. Good being where every experience is in time with the dog and made to be pleasant and as stress-free as possible and bad, where the dog is "flooded" with stimuli, going too fast too soon and not being in time with your dog's comfort level. By all means, socialise your puppy, but look for ways in which you are able to do this from home. Playing videos of dogs, people talking, celebrations will help while it's on a low volume, and even just letting your dog see people from a distance. I would argue this is the best time to get your dog used to people in the real world as nobody will be interrupting your training with requests to stroke them! This gives you more time to focus on your dog and let him understand that people do not always equate to attention, and can be a neutral stimuli rather than something to excite the dog.
You’re actually lucky to have a puppy now. Dogs will have to get used to people wearing masks. For older dogs, that’s very unusual for them- they are used to seeing our faces. So just practice showing your puppy that the mask is a good thing, and not something to be afraid of or lunge and bite at. When your puppy sees a mask, it will mean something good happens (treat or toy). It will become normal for him or her. Just have fun with your puppy. Time flies!
Omg! Inertia just grows so fast! Went from an adorable puppy to a beautiful dog! I’m about to get a Border Collie this month and I’m so exited! I’m taking so many notes lol. I love your enthusiasm and dedication with all dogs. And again, keep the mistakes in there! 😄
At 2:40 is the typical result you get when a dog’s needs aren’t met by the owner and the owner has taught the dog to follow treats only.. and even that doesn’t work, resulting in a dog that ignores the owner completely.
Love this series Zak, waching this since the (so what if I can't own a puppy I can always watch one)first episode and it's good to see Inertia grow up and learn new every day.
Congrats! Just a few tips from someone who has had dogs all their life, choose to use this or not, this is what works for me: Exercise you dog at LEAST two hours a day. This means walks, outside time, and even indoor playing counts. Every once in a while, you can do one hour, but that’s ONLY if you don’t have time. If a dog wants to rest while playing, you can try and get him to play again but don’t force him. Keep a magnet/business card to your vet, 24 hr local vet, and poison control center. Trust me, you might need it. Get a tag IMMEDIATELY for your dog. My second dog got away after about a week, we just happened to get a tag earlier that week. This happened due to lack of communication and the squirrel next door. We found him after the next door neighbor called us. Start training your dog at a young age. My second dog was a rescue, so it was tough trying to train him, but it was done. Don’t push your dog while you are training. You probably know some of these things, but I just thought I would share from my experience. Also, if you rescue a dog, that is amazing. Really, thank you. Anyways, any dog you get, from breeder to shelter, is worth it. Dogs are amazing companions. Just treat them ethically, and they can be there for you.
Happy Easter! I’m getting a Bernese mountain dog in a few weeks and I’ve been binge watching your channel since I knew, thanks for taking your time to educate!
I’ve been watching your videos for awhile and I just got a new puppy. Naturally my puppy and I have different experiences and I still face things that are challenging because of this but your videos really help a lot!
I rescued a young border collie mix and frequently feel stressed and exasperated when he gets distracted reactive in public. Watching these videos gives me a lot of comfort that I'm not failing him as an owner and this all just takes time and patience. Thank you.
Thanks for doing this series, it's really informative to see these techniques used in a real world setting. I know a lot of people ask you questions about balanced training and/or corrections but where do you draw the line with restraint versus correction in terms of collars, harnesses, etc. what are your thoughts on head collars? have you ever worked with a dog that found being restrained by say a harness so aversive it could have been likened to a correction/ punishment (I would guess this would only be in cased of extreme anxiety)?
I have learned so much by watching your videos and how Inertia respond to your commands. You are an inspiration. ❤️ Zak, for me, you are the best trainer in United States
Inertia is adorable when she backs up! Inertia is a lovely dog. I've learned so much from watching you train Inertia! I'm 9 years old and ready for my new puppy! He comes in July!
I love this series and your methods! We are following along with Inertia's training as we raise our new 10 week old pup. We are struggling with her jumping and climbing out of her pen, though. I don't want to just make it climb-proof, and rewarding her when she sits isn't completely stopping the behavior. Some recommendations online are to shake the pen and"scare" her right when she starts, but I don't think that's effective nor our training style. I also don't want to ignore the behavior by just covering the pen. We watched the videos for jumping on people but would love any advice on pen jumping! Thanks :)
Thank you so much Zak! Inertia and you have taught me so much! I’ve watched your videos for over a year now! We will be adopting a chocolate Labrador on Saturday! Now me and my family know exactly what to do with her thanks to your amazing videos! I’ve watched Inertia’s vids since day 1. She was a beautiful puppy, and now is gorgeously well trained adult!😊😊
His techniques wont work. Trust me I tried them with my highly reactive rescue as well. He was reactive to anything that moved. Cars, bikes, birds, squirrels, dogs, people, kids. HD is now a cardiac alert service which he could never be due to his behavior before
@@katczu first before anything I obedience trained him an even off leash trained him with recall and an off leash heel so that I had control. Then I used a training collar to correct him every time he reacted to something then when he didnt react I praised him greatly and fed him very yummy treats. Also I did desensitization at the same time so I would fo very minor and gentle flooding to to that. For example I would sit outside of the pet store and in the beginning he wasnt even allowed to look at another dog so when one would pass and he looked I marked with no and stimed h the m on his working level on the e collar wich is a level the dog can barely feel at all. ONLY go up if you use the working level and they continue to stare hard and only go up VERY LITTLE. If you have to go up more you are doing too much too soon. He then started to become neutral to dogs and people and I worked his obedience in public like down town with people and dogs and cars nearby so it helped him to have a not caring, neutral attitude toward the stimuli even more sense he was around it so much and trains around it. Then when we go tdd to that neutral point I started counter conditioning and some BAT to change his emotional response AGAIN to think they were a good thing! It is important to get your dog to the neutral state of mind before getting them to have a positive association. Because it is hard to get them from one extreme state of mind to another. For example, If you were really afraid of dogs it would be unreasonable for someone to try and get you to think they were good all of a sudden. You would have to be around them at a comfortable distance to realize that "hey, they are not trying to kill me!" Gradually getting more confident and comfortable around them and getting closer and closer to them and thinking they aren't so bad. Then someone paid u a dollar bill every time you saw a dog you would start to think dogs are awesome! Makes sense? Then I started controlled and careful socialization. AVOID DOG PARKS AT ALL COST. ask neighbors with balanced friendly digs if they could help you socialize your dog and start out asking the pet store trainers to pet your dog because they know how to peg a nervous dog and pe thg him af the same time so he knows it's ok and give him treats. Eventually you will have a non issue dog that is generally friendly. But always advocate for your dog. Dont left anyone be disrespectful and invade his personal space and donf let him socialize with rudra digs to avoid set backs in his confidence. It's ok to say no and imagine how annoying it would be to say hi to everyone and every dog. He doesn't have to say hi to everyone everytime
@@justagirlandherdogs615 Thank you for your answer, good to hear your point of view. Gladly I can say that I work with my dog for a while now and he is getting better every day, so for now I will stick to my techniques. I see some elements in Zaks vid, that can be helpful in my situation. Greetings to you and your dog :)
@@katczu nice! Ya the whole process of stopping the reactivity took about 2 weeks but the desensitization and counter conditioning took about a few months so I'd say if your vigilant it should take about six months but you should always socialize and create positive associations for life even if your dogs isnt reactive. Ya know?
Love Inertia's play dead. When I ask, I get an almost dead, with legs waving. I'm taking this as a good sign. Fergus does like training, and tells me when he thinks it's time. 😁
Hey Zak, I really love your videos. I rescued a dog about a month ago and we have just been learning a lot from you and Inertia! thank you so much. Do you think you can do a video on feeding? I think dog feeding is a very hot topic and for me as a new dog mom it’s really difficult to know the difference between good and bad food (price ranges, proteins, carbohydrates...) Anyway, keep it up, I like your channel a lot!
She is so pretty 😍😍and adorable! You are awesome! I’m looking for a new dog to adopt from a shelter, and once I find the perfect one, I’ll use your videos to train!
Question: My family has been looking forward to buying a GSD puppy this May, (from a responsible breeder), and I've done all the research I could about dog training. One part that I'm scared about: Do you think it is possible to properly socialize a GSD puppy while in quarantine? Because if I'm going to get a puppy, I want to raise him right.
Yeah I think that it is the common problem in training dog nowadays because my friend also find a hard time to properly socialize his new puppy but I think he done some research and found this thing that solved his problem in training his dog.
Roha R what you want to do is get the puppy and begin to socialize and train the same day. Create boundaries and begin to luring into positions but dont create a command yet just lure them then reward to build that muscle memory and when they’re older begin to put the commands together. (Oh and socializing means he dog can see another dog or person…they don’t have to meet them because that will create more value in dogs and people then you) walking by is still socializing.
@@victork1504 Thanks for the help. We have two other dogs on our street, I think. A mini shiba and a great dane, and there are a loy of small children. I'll make sure that he sees them while social distancing.
I can’t believe she’s so big now! I have a poodle mix that stayed puppy size who is a 1 year old now. She likes to kangaroo jump during our walks so hoping to train through that!
Do you have any experience training retired racing greyhounds or similar dogs? I’ve wanted a retired greyhound for a long time, but I’ve heard there’s some nuances about training retired hounds specifically and that they don’t always do well in obedience classes for one reason or another. If you have any insight or helpful tips, I’d love to hear about it.
We are loving in Moscow and she is always very interested in all the activity going on around her. This video is going to be very helpful, thank you so much!
Hi Zac I have a mini Ozzy slash border collie he is always barking at people we We Bring treats to distractive him it’s not really working can you help do you have any tips
You need to USE the dog. A border collie need a proper job to do. Could be anything, like herding, searching, agility etc. Those dpgs should get a minimal of 3 hours work time each day (when fully grown). Preferably more. A good mix of mental and physical activity is needed. That usually solves all problems people have with border collies/mixes of them. After that you can just train the dog like you normally would to avoid barking
Exercise. Exercise, exercise. Exercise? Exercise... Exercise Exercise. EXERCISE... (Exercise) Please exercise your dog DAILY for at LEAST one to two hours, I highly recommend two or more, but if you can only do one, make the most of it. Not meaning to be rude, but if you can’t exercise your dog, you shouldn’t have one. That’s not just for you, that counts for everyone. I don’t mean to say you don’t exercise your dog, just if you can’t, don’t get one. (No hate, just don’t want more obese dogs, OR have a dog here with health problems.) Just so you know, Edit: I am no dog trainer. I just have had dogs all my life, ever since I was born, so I know these things. I just wanted everyone to know I am not as advanced as zac, even if you think in the slightest bit. It is his job, and also his life. Mine is only my life. Just wanted to help, because I know these things, but whether you use this or not, this is what works for me.
@@branfordfamilies8282 1 or two hours is not enough for a border collie. 3 or 4 ok is closer to it. Those dogs are on another level, even compared to other herding breeds.
@@TheFrontyer agreed they need a ton of exercise. Also, just as importantly, mental stimulation. They'll get bored out of their minds if not given tasks to do
Oh i like that leash and harness on Inertia a lot. I was wondering if you could share a link of the leash and harness that Inertia used in this video? Thank you so much!
hey Zak! What if you have a male dog that not only wants to smell places but also mark territory? Some places are more inconvenient for dogs too pee while others like trees are totally fine. How can we deal with that?
Thank u so much for this series. Inertia is so cute. Im following and training Pocket my 7 months old rescue dog. Its so hard to not lose patience and sometimes I do lose it, working on myself as well ^^. What harnest are you using on Inertia ?
I'm sure this has been asked before but idk where else to ask, can you train a dog to potty indoors AND outdoors or do they conflict with one another? Currently pad training my dog indoors and want to get him out for walks / bathroom use too. Any insight is appreciated!
I love this! The biggest problem I have with my dog is that he hates walks on a leash. Anytime we get him walking on it , he starts jumping up my leg and barking. How can I stop this? He's a chihuahua mix, if that helps.
Why doesn't he use a focus command or toy to get her attention off the other dogs who are stimulating her. If she doesn't "check in" with him she's not listening. It's also funny that once he starts trick training she knows everytime she does a trick wether he asked or not she will get a treat. Smart dog.
Question .. how do you handle when other dogs you're walking by are not polite? Along those same lines, can being in the company of untrained dogs undo the progress my dog has achieved?? Thanks in advance .. and I love your videos :)
Whenever we play tennis, our retriever chases after the ball and running off with it lmao and we cant just keep him in the house either, because he'll be sad to be left out :(
Hi, Zak! I’ve been following you for many years, and I’m a big fan. However I do have a question for you. We almost never see you deal with an extremely difficult case, like an extremely reactive out of control older dog or an aggressive dog or a dog with really bad genetics. Do you personally believe that in some very difficult cases, positive reinforcement alone cannot be enough? Like 90 to 95% positive reinforcement and 5 to 10% leash correction methods, wouldn’t that be a balanced approach and quicker process? Are there cases where are you feel like you failed? Would you share your failures and what you learned from them? Thanks.
@@Sophie-xs6cw he leash pops inertia in almost every other video. I doubt he will be able to train an aggressive dog he is not considered a trainer in my books he is like an above average dog owner and maybe a mediocre trick trainer. An aggressive high drive dog will be too much and I do think he will do more harm than good trying to train a dog like that.
@Jim Pickens Thanks, Jim. I agree with many of the things you said, but I would love it if you can elaborate - let's say you are working with a dog who literally would NOT offer calm behavior for you to mark for hours and hours, and then when he finally lies down you go to reward him, and just the act of you going towards him to reward him gets him super excited again for hours and hours (I have worked with dogs like this, overly excited by positive reinforcement). What would you do? And what did you do with that shelter dog? (Just generally). Thanks!
Positive reinforcement is not only about giving food to the dog. Maybe trying to explore what the dog likes in his own privacy and practice at home to use it as a reinforcer. If you have a very reactive dog with high food arousal, then maybe you could check Tom Davis (Upstate Canine Educator). His videos can give better insight on how to handle extreme cases. For dogs that have such high arousal, is not ideal to work with food. There are other steps to work with prior to thinking about using food and build a better relationship.
@@dogsfromthecity Yes, I know about Tom, and I will check for videos of food arousal on his channel, but, yeah, that brings me back to my first point because Tom would probably use a slip lead or remote collar or some other form of escape training... Anyway, thanks though!
Zak, What breed is inertia I am buying a new dog and I saw a dog in the shelter looking like inertia They said it was a border Collie Is she a border collie? Please help me Zak
Hi Zak, I love your videos; my 4 year old catahoula is allergic to most proteins and preservatives so finding a treat to use as a reward is a challenge. Most of the time she will listen to me on our daily walks, but occasionally still acts out if another dog is close by -- I am always careful around other dogs since there doesn't seem to be a pattern to her bad behavior. She always interacts well with dogs at the daycare, but it must just be about the leash or trying to protect me?
Idk if this is the right place to ask but I have a few issues that idk how to fix (not normal ones) my dog is extremely smart and know just about everything and I can take her into stores and different places and she remains calm and heals and is always paying attention to me but she won't take treats if we're not at home. One time when we were on a walk someone stopped to give her a treat which she took but she wouldn't eat idk, she won't take random food off the ground either so it's kinda a win-loose situation. Another thing is that she backs up on command but she doesn't walk backwards, she jumps backwards and I can't get it out of her. She's weird lol
This guy is determined to love that dog.
Sword Breaker15 put yourself in the pups “shoes”
What do you see?
@@lindseyotton I honestly don't know since dogs can't really understand what is happening.
Sword Breaker15 exactly
Whenever I start feeling hopeless or go backwards occasionally with my dog's training, I come here and watch your videos to realize it's just a part of the process. My baby beagle, as old as Inertia, is still learning so much every day and our main focus is on self-control with her BIG nose and outgoing personality. It would be selfish to ask your puppy for a perfect behaviour 24/7 and deny the fact that us owners are also doing mistakes because we're learning about specific timing and anticipation. You make us feel humane and optimistic in training our mates!
❤️❤️❤️ Love this comment! Thank you 🤗
I have a beagle too!
Cracks me up that you named such a high energy pup “Inertia” 😂🤣
I've always assumed her name was based on Newton's first law of motion (the law of inertia), not on the definition of the word inertia. So, her name is actually quite relevant!
In the intro it says along the lines of “A relationship based on love and respect and your training will forever **remain in motion**”
@@acernaq2570 you got that right
I've learned so much by watching you train Inertia! She is a lovely young dog, a lot like my herding-breed dog. I only wish these videos would have been existed three years ago, when I got my shy little dog. :) How much easier it would have been to train her! And how much more I would understand about young dog's behaviour. Thank you for great videos!
This puppy is almost a year old and doesn't know basic obedience, here's a more useful playlist to have your dog completely off leash in 2 weeks ruclips.net/p/PLUHfjssC9omK4_DX9h9hKyGRFyZVjIIz9
@@gerardoakseltellez you are a bit rude and the whole point of this channel is to not use shock collars. I think inertia is amazing.
It’s great to see your videos in everyday situations that really emphasize how important proper training is! I’ve read through your first book and I’m excited to read the second one. The combination of reading material and engaging videos has really made a difference in how I view dog training! Thanks for the awesome material! 👏
Your videos have been such a help when training my new rescue dog Roxy. Although she is more a middle aged woman than a puppy, from what we can gather her previous people had little time for her, didnt do much socialization at all, and didnt do much training past sit and paw. From that starting point under a month ago where she was lunging at other dogs had no clue what down was begging and most other bad habits, we have come to the point where we have been stopped and complimented by neighbors on how well behaved calm and gentle she is. She is introducing herself politley to other dogs, even when they are not calm, her fetch is going well and she is a champ at staying in doorways. Thank you zak for making me and roxy the dream team of our nieghborhood.
I've been following you since i had my puppy and i've been doign everything you are teaching in your videos and its working so well. My neighbour asked me if ive been training him with a trainer and i said yes on youtube :) Thanks for sharing your training . My husband and i couldnt afford a trainer in town and due to Covid 19 not beign able to go out your videos has been the best help for our puppy. Thanks again!
I LOVE seeing how you train your new puppy!! This is so real.... !! I’m so tired of seeing all trainers training a “perfect” puppy.
Awww Inertia is doing so well. This video was so helpful because I am getting a puppy soon! I melt in cuteness every time she looks at you during a heal session!
Intertia is so cute when she does the "back up" !
Your patience and training is awe-inspiring! Your videos have helped me train my pup and bond with her more 😊
what a well trained lady! Really shows how far love and humane training goes.
Zak your such a lifesaver with dog training
I saw this whole series in 3 days
Love from Belgium!💙
😍😍 Thank you for watching!
I love your videos Zak! I just recently got a puppy and because of these videos I have been able to teach my dog a lot of solid stuff in only 1 week! THANKS ZAK!
Chinese parents: write that down write that down....
I’m Chinese,but your videos help me a lot!Thank you,Zak! 謝謝你，札克！
Hi Zak!! Thank you so much for all these educational videos. Your videos has helped me train my dog with ease.
Thank you so much for posting, Zach!! Your videos inspire me to train my new puppy! Thank you so much for being such an inspiring teacher! Thank you so much for posting!!!!
Luv ya
I love that I learn something every week when I tune into your channel! It's the smallest things we have to think about when training dogs. These videos are so informative 😁!
Good job these videos are behind else we'd have no training content from you and Inertia! Love how real you make it all and how you show the ups and downs and the actual process.
Do you think you could post a video about how to handle puppy socialization during this time of social distancing?
Best advice: dont get a puppy now. If you do have one, stay away from people.
@@TheFrontyer you don't need to approach people to socialise a puppy the best form of socialisation is just being able to observe the world and not be stressed out while doing so
Not to mention, socialisation isn't just "hey, here's a dog/person/strange sound". It's a process of careful, gradual exposure to a variety of situations, creatures and anything that stimulates the senses (sounds, smells, tactile objects). Socialisation itself is the way in which the animal learns to relate with these exposures. There is both good and bad socialisation. Good being where every experience is in time with the dog and made to be pleasant and as stress-free as possible and bad, where the dog is "flooded" with stimuli, going too fast too soon and not being in time with your dog's comfort level. By all means, socialise your puppy, but look for ways in which you are able to do this from home. Playing videos of dogs, people talking, celebrations will help while it's on a low volume, and even just letting your dog see people from a distance.
I would argue this is the best time to get your dog used to people in the real world as nobody will be interrupting your training with requests to stroke them! This gives you more time to focus on your dog and let him understand that people do not always equate to attention, and can be a neutral stimuli rather than something to excite the dog.
You’re actually lucky to have a puppy now. Dogs will have to get used to people wearing masks. For older dogs, that’s very unusual for them- they are used to seeing our faces. So just practice showing your puppy that the mask is a good thing, and not something to be afraid of or lunge and bite at. When your puppy sees a mask, it will mean something good happens (treat or toy). It will become normal for him or her. Just have fun with your puppy. Time flies!
@@Olivia-wr5op Agree. Thats why I said you should stay away from people. The dog obviously need to get out.
Great to see the progress she makes with each exercise!
Omg! Inertia just grows so fast! Went from an adorable puppy to a beautiful dog! I’m about to get a Border Collie this month and I’m so exited! I’m taking so many notes lol. I love your enthusiasm and dedication with all dogs. And again, keep the mistakes in there! 😄
GalaxyWolf Playz It’s so nice your doing research ☺️
At 2:40 is the typical result you get when a dog’s needs aren’t met by the owner and the owner has taught the dog to follow treats only.. and even that doesn’t work, resulting in a dog that ignores the owner completely.
This helped me so much I just got a puppy and she has already learned how to sit come and lay down thank you so much zac
Love this series Zak, waching this since the (so what if I can't own a puppy I can always watch one)first episode and it's good to see Inertia grow up and learn new every day.
We happened to come across this channel and we are getting a new puppy soon. Really appreciate this content! :)
Kid Gamer It’s good to do research
I totally agree with that
awww me too
Congrats! Just a few tips from someone who has had dogs all their life, choose to use this or not, this is what works for me:
Exercise you dog at LEAST two hours a day. This means walks, outside time, and even indoor playing counts. Every once in a while, you can do one hour, but that’s ONLY if you don’t have time.
If a dog wants to rest while playing, you can try and get him to play again but don’t force him.
Keep a magnet/business card to your vet, 24 hr local vet, and poison control center. Trust me, you might need it.
Get a tag IMMEDIATELY for your dog. My second dog got away after about a week, we just happened to get a tag earlier that week. This happened due to lack of communication and the squirrel next door. We found him after the next door neighbor called us.
Start training your dog at a young age. My second dog was a rescue, so it was tough trying to train him, but it was done.
Don’t push your dog while you are training.
You probably know some of these things, but I just thought I would share from my experience. Also, if you rescue a dog, that is amazing. Really, thank you. Anyways, any dog you get, from breeder to shelter, is worth it. Dogs are amazing companions. Just treat them ethically, and they can be there for you.
Branford Families I’m just saying this, it really depends on what dog breed on how much exercise you give it
She has grown into a beautiful pup quickly
Happy Easter! I’m getting a Bernese mountain dog in a few weeks and I’ve been binge watching your channel since I knew, thanks for taking your time to educate!
I’ve been watching your videos for awhile and I just got a new puppy. Naturally my puppy and I have different experiences and I still face things that are challenging because of this but your videos really help a lot!
I just got my first dog! and i feel so much better after watching these videos thank you Zak!!!!!!
I rescued a young border collie mix and frequently feel stressed and exasperated when he gets distracted reactive in public. Watching these videos gives me a lot of comfort that I'm not failing him as an owner and this all just takes time and patience. Thank you.
She does so good. Very obvious countless more hours is spent training her as compared to most dogs unfortunately.
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Good and nuanced training. Excellent understanding of the psychology! 6:35 excellent moment!
Thanks for doing this series, it's really informative to see these techniques used in a real world setting. I know a lot of people ask you questions about balanced training and/or corrections but where do you draw the line with restraint versus correction in terms of collars, harnesses, etc. what are your thoughts on head collars? have you ever worked with a dog that found being restrained by say a harness so aversive it could have been likened to a correction/ punishment (I would guess this would only be in cased of extreme anxiety)?
I have learned so much by watching your videos and how Inertia respond to your commands. You are an inspiration. ❤️
Zak, for me, you are the best trainer in United States
The title.... 😂😂😂😂
It's amazing..will try it..thanku so much sir.😃😃😘
These videos are great, awesome quality and trainer.
Thank you for you science based approach
Inertia is adorable when she backs up! Inertia is a lovely dog. I've learned so much from watching you train Inertia! I'm 9 years old and ready for my new puppy! He comes in July!
I love this series and your methods! We are following along with Inertia's training as we raise our new 10 week old pup. We are struggling with her jumping and climbing out of her pen, though. I don't want to just make it climb-proof, and rewarding her when she sits isn't completely stopping the behavior. Some recommendations online are to shake the pen and"scare" her right when she starts, but I don't think that's effective nor our training style. I also don't want to ignore the behavior by just covering the pen. We watched the videos for jumping on people but would love any advice on pen jumping! Thanks :)
I feel you cause I also experienced that stage some time ago.
Thank you so much Zak! Inertia and you have taught me so much! I’ve watched your videos for over a year now! We will be adopting a chocolate Labrador on Saturday! Now me and my family know exactly what to do with her thanks to your amazing videos! I’ve watched Inertia’s vids since day 1. She was a beautiful puppy, and now is gorgeously well trained adult!😊😊
My dog has changed sm when i started to look you r video's !
Nice work man
This is very helpful for me atm! My newly rescued terrier is highly reactive at other dogs, so I will try your technique
His techniques wont work. Trust me I tried them with my highly reactive rescue as well. He was reactive to anything that moved. Cars, bikes, birds, squirrels, dogs, people, kids. HD is now a cardiac alert service which he could never be due to his behavior before
@@justagirlandherdogs615 what did you do to get the behavior better?
@@katczu first before anything I obedience trained him an even off leash trained him with recall and an off leash heel so that I had control. Then I used a training collar to correct him every time he reacted to something then when he didnt react I praised him greatly and fed him very yummy treats. Also I did desensitization at the same time so I would fo very minor and gentle flooding to to that. For example I would sit outside of the pet store and in the beginning he wasnt even allowed to look at another dog so when one would pass and he looked I marked with no and stimed h the m on his working level on the e collar wich is a level the dog can barely feel at all. ONLY go up if you use the working level and they continue to stare hard and only go up VERY LITTLE. If you have to go up more you are doing too much too soon. He then started to become neutral to dogs and people and I worked his obedience in public like down town with people and dogs and cars nearby so it helped him to have a not caring, neutral attitude toward the stimuli even more sense he was around it so much and trains around it. Then when we go tdd to that neutral point I started counter conditioning and some BAT to change his emotional response AGAIN to think they were a good thing! It is important to get your dog to the neutral state of mind before getting them to have a positive association. Because it is hard to get them from one extreme state of mind to another. For example, If you were really afraid of dogs it would be unreasonable for someone to try and get you to think they were good all of a sudden. You would have to be around them at a comfortable distance to realize that "hey, they are not trying to kill me!" Gradually getting more confident and comfortable around them and getting closer and closer to them and thinking they aren't so bad. Then someone paid u a dollar bill every time you saw a dog you would start to think dogs are awesome! Makes sense? Then I started controlled and careful socialization. AVOID DOG PARKS AT ALL COST. ask neighbors with balanced friendly digs if they could help you socialize your dog and start out asking the pet store trainers to pet your dog because they know how to peg a nervous dog and pe thg him af the same time so he knows it's ok and give him treats. Eventually you will have a non issue dog that is generally friendly. But always advocate for your dog. Dont left anyone be disrespectful and invade his personal space and donf let him socialize with rudra digs to avoid set backs in his confidence. It's ok to say no and imagine how annoying it would be to say hi to everyone and every dog. He doesn't have to say hi to everyone everytime
@@justagirlandherdogs615 Thank you for your answer, good to hear your point of view. Gladly I can say that I work with my dog for a while now and he is getting better every day, so for now I will stick to my techniques. I see some elements in Zaks vid, that can be helpful in my situation. Greetings to you and your dog :)
@@katczu nice! Ya the whole process of stopping the reactivity took about 2 weeks but the desensitization and counter conditioning took about a few months so I'd say if your vigilant it should take about six months but you should always socialize and create positive associations for life even if your dogs isnt reactive. Ya know?
Love Inertia's play dead. When I ask, I get an almost dead, with legs waving. I'm taking this as a good sign. Fergus does like training, and tells me when he thinks it's time. 😁
Hey Zak, I really love your videos. I rescued a dog about a month ago and we have just been learning a lot from you and Inertia! thank you so much. Do you think you can do a video on feeding? I think dog feeding is a very hot topic and for me as a new dog mom it’s really difficult to know the difference between good and bad food (price ranges, proteins, carbohydrates...) Anyway, keep it up, I like your channel a lot!
Hi guys happy easter
She is so pretty 😍😍and adorable! You are awesome! I’m looking for a new dog to adopt from a shelter, and once I find the perfect one, I’ll use your videos to train!
Question: My family has been looking forward to buying a GSD puppy this May, (from a responsible breeder), and I've done all the research I could about dog training. One part that I'm scared about: Do you think it is possible to properly socialize a GSD puppy while in quarantine? Because if I'm going to get a puppy, I want to raise him right.
Yeah I think that it is the common problem in training dog nowadays because my friend also find a hard time to properly socialize his new puppy but I think he done some research and found this thing that solved his problem in training his dog.
Roha R what you want to do is get the puppy and begin to socialize and train the same day. Create boundaries and begin to luring into positions but dont create a command yet just lure them then reward to build that muscle memory and when they’re older begin to put the commands together. (Oh and socializing means he dog can see another dog or person…they don’t have to meet them because that will create more value in dogs and people then you) walking by is still socializing.
@@victork1504 Thanks for the help. We have two other dogs on our street, I think. A mini shiba and a great dane, and there are a loy of small children. I'll make sure that he sees them while social distancing.
Do you ever walk Indy and Inertia together?
Just wondering love your channel helps me every day❤
@@dogsportstuff8497 Probably😂😂
What type of dog is indy?
@@samanthahamilton9989 Indy is a 14-year-old rescue mutt 🤗 Her DNA test said mostly aussie, golden retriever and shar pei 🥳
We do walk them together fairly often! We also frequently walk them separately too 🤗
@@breejustine Thank you😁
How do you make her sit pay attention when she won’t listen?
First!!!! I love ur channel zak you r the best dog trainer ever. Lots of love from India❤❤
Zak, you are doing very well with Inertia!! 😄 Happy Easter! He is risen!! ✝️
Happy Easter!
Great video! Was excited to see your book in our small town library before they were closed 💖
Lol fake service dog spotted @ 11:55.
Great content 👌🏽
Appreciate it
I can’t believe she’s so big now! I have a poodle mix that stayed puppy size who is a 1 year old now. She likes to kangaroo jump during our walks so hoping to train through that!
I need someone like you in my life 😅😭 my dog is so difficult to train
Do you have any experience training retired racing greyhounds or similar dogs? I’ve wanted a retired greyhound for a long time, but I’ve heard there’s some nuances about training retired hounds specifically and that they don’t always do well in obedience classes for one reason or another. If you have any insight or helpful tips, I’d love to hear about it.
Good job Inertia 🐶
I signed up for 30 day perfect pup when I am getting my dog in 11 days!!😊😊🤫
I love that inertia is a border collie I have one and he's awesome and yours reminds me of mine when he was that age xoxoxo
Dog toy company: “we have the most durable, long lasting material for even the toughest chewers!”
My dog: imma bout to end this man’s whole career
Same my dog is tiny but she destroyed 5 toys this week. People underestimate chihuahuas
Hi! New to your channel but loving the content. Do you do clinics/classes in person? A couple of your videos looked like it but they weren't recent.
Zack. Your Videos are incredible, I will start making Videos with my new border collie puppy, greetings from Mexico
What kind of treat can I give to my dog who isn't able to digest unless his food is blended until is like baby food?
@@dogsportstuff8497 he doesn't like 🍌 😣 and what's kibble?
Maybe take peanut butter on a spoon and let him lick it a bit as a reward
I literally binge watch this series 😍 she's really cute... love from India
Hi could you do a video about collars leashes and harnesses
!!Inertia I really love you!!😙😙😙
We have continuously come back to your videos when we are working to train our golden. What harness are you using that leads from the chest?
We are loving in Moscow and she is always very interested in all the activity going on around her. This video is going to be very helpful, thank you so much!
Hi Zac I have a mini Ozzy slash border collie he is always barking at people we We Bring treats to distractive him it’s not really working can you help do you have any tips
You need to USE the dog. A border collie need a proper job to do. Could be anything, like herding, searching, agility etc. Those dpgs should get a minimal of 3 hours work time each day (when fully grown). Preferably more. A good mix of mental and physical activity is needed.
That usually solves all problems people have with border collies/mixes of them. After that you can just train the dog like you normally would to avoid barking
I suggest if you see a dog coming ask your dog to sit down or anything just make the dog problem solve
Exercise. Exercise, exercise. Exercise? Exercise... Exercise Exercise. EXERCISE... (Exercise)
Please exercise your dog DAILY for at LEAST one to two hours, I highly recommend two or more, but if you can only do one, make the most of it. Not meaning to be rude, but if you can’t exercise your dog, you shouldn’t have one. That’s not just for you, that counts for everyone. I don’t mean to say you don’t exercise your dog, just if you can’t, don’t get one. (No hate, just don’t want more obese dogs, OR have a dog here with health problems.) Just so you know, Edit: I am no dog trainer. I just have had dogs all my life, ever since I was born, so I know these things. I just wanted everyone to know I am not as advanced as zac, even if you think in the slightest bit. It is his job, and also his life. Mine is only my life. Just wanted to help, because I know these things, but whether you use this or not, this is what works for me.
@@branfordfamilies8282 1 or two hours is not enough for a border collie. 3 or 4 ok is closer to it. Those dogs are on another level, even compared to other herding breeds.
@@TheFrontyer agreed they need a ton of exercise. Also, just as importantly, mental stimulation. They'll get bored out of their minds if not given tasks to do
Aww cool. She did well!
Oh i like that leash and harness on Inertia a lot. I was wondering if you could share a link of the leash and harness that Inertia used in this video? Thank you so much!
Make a video on how to teach dog to play volleyball
hey Zak! What if you have a male dog that not only wants to smell places but also mark territory? Some places are more inconvenient for dogs too pee while others like trees are totally fine. How can we deal with that?
Also, how do you deal with humping behaviors? Those can be pretty inconvenient as well
Thank u so much for this series. Inertia is so cute. Im following and training Pocket my 7 months old rescue dog. Its so hard to not lose patience and sometimes I do lose it, working on myself as well ^^.
What harnest are you using on Inertia ?
Can you walk her without any food? This must be very frustrating for the dog to never get anywhere without you stopping, turning or other stuff.
Baby puppies make me laugh 😂
It helped me
I'm sure this has been asked before but idk where else to ask, can you train a dog to potty indoors AND outdoors or do they conflict with one another? Currently pad training my dog indoors and want to get him out for walks / bathroom use too. Any insight is appreciated!
I love this! The biggest problem I have with my dog is that he hates walks on a leash. Anytime we get him walking on it , he starts jumping up my leg and barking. How can I stop this? He's a chihuahua mix, if that helps.
Sir u r great.. Trainer❤
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Bruh you realize that ain’t the Indian flag right? XD it’s fine I just thought it was kinda funnyb
Why doesn't he use a focus command or toy to get her attention off the other dogs who are stimulating her. If she doesn't "check in" with him she's not listening. It's also funny that once he starts trick training she knows everytime she does a trick wether he asked or not she will get a treat. Smart dog.
Question .. how do you handle when other dogs you're walking by are not polite? Along those same lines, can being in the company of untrained dogs undo the progress my dog has achieved?? Thanks in advance .. and I love your videos :)
I’m so early Love your vids and inertia
Whenever we play tennis, our retriever chases after the ball and running off with it lmao and we cant just keep him in the house either, because he'll be sad to be left out :(
Hi, Zak! I’ve been following you for many years, and I’m a big fan. However I do have a question for you. We almost never see you deal with an extremely difficult case, like an extremely reactive out of control older dog or an aggressive dog or a dog with really bad genetics. Do you personally believe that in some very difficult cases, positive reinforcement alone cannot be enough? Like 90 to 95% positive reinforcement and 5 to 10% leash correction methods, wouldn’t that be a balanced approach and quicker process? Are there cases where are you feel like you failed? Would you share your failures and what you learned from them? Thanks.
mahakhalil1 I’m curious about that too. I think the only time I’ve ever seen him do a correction is when inertia was guarding her food
@@Sophie-xs6cw he leash pops inertia in almost every other video. I doubt he will be able to train an aggressive dog he is not considered a trainer in my books he is like an above average dog owner and maybe a mediocre trick trainer. An aggressive high drive dog will be too much and I do think he will do more harm than good trying to train a dog like that.
@Jim Pickens Thanks, Jim. I agree with many of the things you said, but I would love it if you can elaborate - let's say you are working with a dog who literally would NOT offer calm behavior for you to mark for hours and hours, and then when he finally lies down you go to reward him, and just the act of you going towards him to reward him gets him super excited again for hours and hours (I have worked with dogs like this, overly excited by positive reinforcement). What would you do? And what did you do with that shelter dog? (Just generally). Thanks!
Positive reinforcement is not only about giving food to the dog. Maybe trying to explore what the dog likes in his own privacy and practice at home to use it as a reinforcer. If you have a very reactive dog with high food arousal, then maybe you could check Tom Davis (Upstate Canine Educator). His videos can give better insight on how to handle extreme cases.
For dogs that have such high arousal, is not ideal to work with food. There are other steps to work with prior to thinking about using food and build a better relationship.
@@dogsfromthecity Yes, I know about Tom, and I will check for videos of food arousal on his channel, but, yeah, that brings me back to my first point because Tom would probably use a slip lead or remote collar or some other form of escape training... Anyway, thanks though!
At 8:05... A dog that has been "training" for more than 6 months now, can't hold a stay command for more than 15 seconds? C'mon man!
Wow good dog trainer 👌😘
love your videos! How do you decide when to clip the leash in the front of the harness and when to clip it on the back?
Hi will the training you teach in your books help with training for a service dog. I cant afford to have some one to train .
Zak, What breed is inertia I am buying a new dog and I saw a dog in the shelter looking like inertia
They said it was a border Collie
Is she a border collie?
Please help me Zak
She is a border collie yes. It says so in some of his other videos
@@ruthpine-apple9860 Thank you so much
Ooh thank you Zak for liking my comment
Hi Zak, I love your videos; my 4 year old catahoula is allergic to most proteins and preservatives so finding a treat to use as a reward is a challenge. Most of the time she will listen to me on our daily walks, but occasionally still acts out if another dog is close by -- I am always careful around other dogs since there doesn't seem to be a pattern to her bad behavior. She always interacts well with dogs at the daycare, but it must just be about the leash or trying to protect me?
Zak,do you recommend a gentle leader for a dog who pulls and needs to learn to heal
No, it can be harmful (if he pulls too much)
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Idk if this is the right place to ask but I have a few issues that idk how to fix (not normal ones) my dog is extremely smart and know just about everything and I can take her into stores and different places and she remains calm and heals and is always paying attention to me but she won't take treats if we're not at home. One time when we were on a walk someone stopped to give her a treat which she took but she wouldn't eat idk, she won't take random food off the ground either so it's kinda a win-loose situation. Another thing is that she backs up on command but she doesn't walk backwards, she jumps backwards and I can't get it out of her. She's weird lol
If i had the patience to train my dog more strictly😭