@@BayMaxAcademyI know it’s probably fun and you likely enjoy giving your dog a cute wardrobe, but I’m not sure it’s the greatest idea to do the most with a service dog’s wardrobe, if that is indeed what you’re doing and I understood your comment correctly. A service animal’s vest is a uniform meant to convey a message to the public, so it’s possible being too cutesy with it may lead to some annoying and unnecessary doubt of the legitimacy of your service dog. I know you know that happens all the time, due to ignorant people who don’t know the basics about service animals, and ignorant dog owners, who also don’t know the basics about service animals, but still pretend their dogs are service dogs so they can reap the benefits. Both are problems, so it just concerns me a bit to imagine a real service dog not being respected because it’s walking around in a frilly pink vest or something, and it’s handler potentially being seen as a faker for the same reason. Just a concern of course, I could be totally off base in what I’m imagining! But frankly, I know there is no standard uniform for service dogs, so I can’t quite think of any reason you’d need to have tons of expensive service dog vests other than maybe a bunch of utilitarian options, which makes sense. But if it’s a bunch of cutesy stuff, I’d be cautious, because a serious doggo with a serious job doesn’t deserve to be taken unseriously because his owner maybe got a little too excited with the accessories. With peace and love, of course!!
Yes that's actually one of the first things that occurred to me about the wood floors. People don't understand that not keeping the pads trimmed, including in between, is like us running around on a polished floor in socks.
I am using her "stop" method to work with my 4 dogs, and it is working quickly. Also while playing this video for my guy our dogs looked at us for their treat.
I love the way Victoria finds balance, creating a healthy relationship between the Dogs and Heidi and enabling the dogs to be calm and much more emotionally healthy. Knowing each Situation is different between Pets and their owners it is great to see the different ideas that work .
My malti-poo is also irrationally scared of storm drains. I had to use treats to desensitize him to them. That works most of the time, but every once in awhile, they still freak him out.
i still don't grasp why they didn't just put carpet runners on the stairs anyway. wooden stairs are slippery even to people. it's different on stairs because you have to push off from the step below to get up and sometimes if they are polished too well or the varnish is slippery you will fall especially when you get older. and if someone comments about people falling down stairs because of incompetence, that is rude. people who are 60+ have harder times on steps anyway and it's worse when they don't have something to grip on to.
Speaking as an RN and volunteer EMS responder, I've had MORE patients fall down stairs that were carpeted than wooden. Most slippers, shoes and even bare feet can maintain a hold on a wooden stair, but will slide on carpet. The most ideal surface is wood with a gripping runner across the center. (Although I will admit after I'd injured my back and had a bad pain day at my nephew's house.... I had to crawl up the stairs for help, and was thrilled the stairs were softly carpeted....... shame on me, I know...LOL)
Yup. Then they wonder why sometimes when their daughters get older, they go off with some guy for much needed feelings of comfort, love and acceptance, a guy she barely knows, then one day just breaks down, especially if the guy ended up being an actual creep. The worst of it all is when the daughter then at any point feels badly for saying some not so nice things to her mother, and or father, particularly when they also have a mother who has some 1950s style parenting going on. The worst is if she goes and unloads on someone and that person calls her selfish, talking about all the things her mother does for her. Saying that there are times when people' ignorance makes me ill and angry is an understatement. Not speaking of my parents or any of my 4 younger siblings, just some stories I have heard over the years.
A therapy dog is not there just to sit in people's laps, and forcing one to do that is ridiculous. Let the dog move around from one person to the next, or sit in front of a child while it reads. You can't force a dog that doesn't want to be in those situations, a dog either wants. to be around people, or it doesn't. Maybe even go to hospital and see what therapy dogs do because it takes a very calm and confident dog to do therapy work.
There are so many wonderful dogs who are just not cut out to be therapy dogs. I've been fortunate to work with a few dogs who have had the perfect temperament for that kind of work.
I agree! I actually thought my dog wouldn’t be a good therapy dog because he’s not everyone’s best friend, he just sits there and let’s people touch him. A very calm, obedient, and confident lump of a shepherd. Doesn’t care about being your friend. I did all three canine good citizen classes with him and a local therapy group founder wanted him on the team because of this temperament. The nursing home folks can’t get enough of him haha
My one pup Tucker we thought would’ve been a good therapy dog. Though he’s too attached to his brother. Otherwise he’s just a very chill dog who will just hangout for pets and move away if he isn’t getting them. He’s an English Cream Golden Retriever. Typically he can be pretty derpy and playful if he sees something like a squirrel or sometimes another dog. He’s 8 but acts like a pup! He’s just so mellow and chill. Plus his tail was docked for medical reasons so no worries about the tail being an issue around medical supplies if it wags.
we have a little girl who just loves laps but i would auggest her as a therpy dog because at times she jumps up when excited and you cant have a dog that does that. This woman wanted her dog to do it because it smiled? Dogs dont smile if they look like they are its usually not a happy face
My late beagle (profile pic) was my heart and soul dog. 12 years wasn't long enough. I still grieve for her. I did "spoil" her with toys and treats,yes. Yet,i let her be a dog. She needed to work by tracking scents. She needed to problem solve. She loved seeing new places, smelling new scents. I loved her enough to let her be a dog
I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is hard. I'm still grieving for my cockatiel who died last fall. I had her for over 18 years. I still have my cat, and love him to bits, but it's like there's a a fluffy bird shaped hole in my heart.
If you love someone, you love them as they are, not what you want them to be. They're dogs. Love them as dogs. There is nothing wrong with being a dog. Let them be themselves!
So true!!!!! Human or animal, there is a HUGE difference between loving what you WISH they were, and loving THEM. Plus, as Victoria keeps trying to help people see, to pretend & treat canines as deficient humans instead of perfectly good dogs is to ignore all the amazing attributes they have (or have a lot more of) which we humans lack.
I’ve been in therapy for over 10 years and dog training for a year. It’s actually kinda remarkable how similar the two are to each other. I think we really forget we r still mammals. But I keep seeing similarities and it’s insane to me
The best way to love a dog that you feel is "like a child" to you, is to love the dog AS dog. After 11 years with my first doggo, who I absolutely felt that way about, I can say that I never had these issues BECAUSE I always tried to approach my "love language" with him as "human & dog" not "human & smaller human". To really love someone or something, you have to love THEM and not what you want them to be. So, to really love on your doggo, you need to take care of their needs as a dog. To know what those are, you have to learn about dogs and consider what a dog might need to be happy. Never get a pet to replace something else in your life without first ensuring you are dedicated to taking care of the animal how it requires, as anything less is not an act of love but of selfishness (no matter how well meaning or with how much love you enact those bad behaviors). Poor lady, I hope she and her doggos are all much better off after the doggovention!
Hilariously, people who view child-rearing as "similar to training dogs" for the first bit tend to have LESS issues when they perceive their dogs as more children. But they also then have issues with their kids later on, so, let's not do that either :'D
I have two small dogs, one of which is a Maltese, and it’s such a pet peeve of mine when people coddle small dogs or dont take them seriously. They are not dolls to dress up and when they growl, dont laugh at how “feisty” they are.
Shave pumpkins’ paw pads! Ever thought that maybe her paws are overgrown with hair that are preventing her from gripping the floor and causing her to slip on hardwood floor?
Thank GOD I'm not the only one. All three are HER personal therapy dogs (a slippery slope concept of ridiculousness IMHO), nothing more. Although I'd be more inclined to label them crutches for whatever is going on in her psyche. And, personally, this illustrates exactly why I'm not much of a fan of small dogs...their owners almost always turn them into entited, obnoxious little assholes who are the very opposite of "so cute and adorable". Not the fault of the dog, of course.
@questioneverything-rf3yf horrid aren't they..I know that sounds so mean but I rarely meet small dogs that are nice. The people that live across the road from me have a pomeranian and it yaps ALL day, it's got no brains I swear.
I just did similar stair training with one of my dogs, who decided the basement stairs at my parents' house were scary (we lived in a 3rd floor walk up apartment so normal stairs weren't scary). He LOVES my cat, so I used her a lot and got him to follow her bc he didn't want treats lol
I wish that Victoria brought some random people over who would go and start hugging the blond chick, picking her up and moving her etc so she understood what it was like for poor dog whom she was forcing to have "cuddles".. It's not a freaking toy..
Malteses are sooooo ridiculously cute. My husky's best friend is a tiny, fierce little Maltese she met at the park. He definitely holds his own against my dog, even though my dog is like five times his size.
I can actually understand Heidi's view of her dogs. When your really lonely and have anxiety. It's hard to build friendships. I feel like my cat is one of my best friends
Your training sessions, are amazing ! Watched a few more of your videos.. the way you get astonishing results by working your way through the problem, be it human or canine, is just perfect ! 👌🏼
To be honest, as someone with autism and adhd - this really looks like hyperfixating to me. In addition a lot of autistic people suffer with anxiety and social isolation, and bond strongly with animals. This isn't a justification for her smothering behaviour, but I can understand how this could have happened. I think that needs to be addressed at least.
What I love about Victoria's technique is there's no forcing the animals. She's way superior in dog psychology than DSC's forcing the dogs to alter their behavior. She has way more patience than DSC have shown.
SHE IS SAYIMG HER SISTER DOSENT LEFT A FINGER WELL SHE DIDNT WANT A DOG IN THE FIRST PLACE AND TF ARE YOU GOIN GTO “BUY” YOUR SISTER A DOG BUT THEN SAY NO ITS ACTUALLY MY DOG AS WELL
I call my dog my baby/child but I also know she's a dog. She has set boudries and she knows what she can do and can't do. Yes I pamper her but I also train her and reprimand her bad behaviors and teach her what is the behavior I want instead
I call my dogs my babies... it started out as a joke... but then all of a sudden, it wasn't? lol. But I don't actually think they are babies... they're dogs. They have very unique needs that are totally different from human babies. And thank goodness for that because I don't want babies. My dogs definitely aren't replacing any motherly instincts for babies because I don't want those!
@@haleylquinton I respect that. You are within your right to feel that way. I don’t see my dog as my baby. But honestly cause I have human babies. And I love them both but it’s extremely different types of love.
I call my dog my child, I love her. Of course I know she's not, admittedly I do amp it up when I'm around people who get annoyed by it just cos I think it's funny. When I introduced her to my grandma as her first great grandchild the look on her face was priceless 😂😂
@@aether1356 oh same, my mom is NOT an animal lover. I play it up around her about how they're my wittle precious babies and refer to her as "grandma" to the animals. She is not amused.
People who love their dogs like children that even children need "training". When you have a kid sure the very beginning is babying since they are literal babies then but then you have to potty train them, teach them appropriate behaviors, teach them right from wrong, look or for their well being, adjust your parenting/training for the individual, socialize them, accept help from others, work to stop separation anxiety, help them feel secure and safe, make room for yourself and just make sure they are decent members of society. You can't call yourself a dog parent if all you do is spoil your dog without taking on any of the hard tasks of actually being a parent. Anybody can be a parent or pet owner but to be a good one takes continuous work
All these people create neurotic dogs because “they love their dogs like they birthed them” don’t understand that there is no cookie cutter to loving children either. The best way to be a good pet owner is actually the same as the best way to be a good parent and that is to love and guide the beings they are responsible in the way the child or pet needs it rather than the way that is gratifying to the guardian.
I agree, but I have to add a very important element that you left out…. Just like with children you absolutely MUST educate your dog. You absolutely must educate and potty train your children, and teach them good manners and teach them boundaries and the things they need to learn in order to survive in this world. You need to do the same for your pets. You must educate and train them and provide the quality of care that they actually need, not just the care that gratifies you and makes you feel like a mommy. It may be gratifying to you, but it sure as hell is not gratifying to your dog. Just like that, being overbearing and smothering may be gratifying to you as a mother, but is certainly not helpful to your child. This leads to very neurotic children and separation anxiety and feelings of abandonment if you are not there, 24/7 which is actually really damaging to both children and animals alike
Pls stop with the “Tilly! Tilly! Tilly!” You’re just making Tilly tune you out when you call her name. Say it once and demand attention. They’re not children. Be firm, consistent and follow through on the first command. If Tilly doesn’t obey and respond the way you want, stop dead in your track and fix your gaze on her until she pays attention to you. Keep the leash taught and tap on the leash for attention. She will know something’s up from your silence and you looking at her. Then give her the command again ONCE. If Tilly does it, reward. If not, tap on the leash again and try once more.
what does bother me a bit is that it is obvious the blond sister has a social anxiety issue and that the dogs are her means of escape. and that her controlling behavior seems to be stemmed from anxiety and or ocd. as i have ocd. i am aware of the many different forms of ocd and that her need for control stems from her fear of leaving her comfort zones. i've seen this type of ocd before, in my father and i have a safety ocd, so i'm pretty amazing at security and safety precautions XD. one could say i'm tooo focused on safety XD.
As an asexual, autistic, and introverted person, I have no need or want for a relationship. So it's always a bit jarring to see people so worried about other people's lack of a dating life, as if everyone needs that. Not everyone does.
As also an autistic and introverted person. She does need it cuz she treats the dogs as children she needs to go outside more. I and you absolutely do not have to go out more😂 Also the way she states that she doesn’t have any relationships. She seems incredibly lonely and not in an introverted way.
I'm exactly like you and do not make any effort to get in a relationship or see friends often... but she clearly needs that kind of things, and suffers from not having them
Even those who say they don’t need socialisation, do. You make symptoms worse by isolating yourself and increase anxiety when you do want to do something social. Its fine to want to be left alone for 6 days in a week but for the seventh, you need to find somewhere you are comfortable with going out and you shouldn’t be dreading it either. Every human needs social interaction, its just finding the right space and environment
I love Maltese. My maltese is my service dog. He also does agility, canine freestyle, and dock diving. When I retire him hes going into training to be a threapy dog. The best ways to spoil a dog of any size is training, giving them a job and doing active stuff with them like dog sports or hiking. Dressing them up and treating them like a child instead of a dog isnt spoiling them.
I feel sorry for the girl I think Victoria has absolutely stepped her boundaries she called and ask for help to train her dogs she didn't ask for victoria's opinion on how to live her life Victoria was asking her way too many questions on national TV and giving a very opinionated answer back to her that she didn't even ask for Someone made a comment on here she's the Gordon Ramsey of dog training I agree after I've watched this episode Very rude To that sensitive young girl She embarrassed her more than once not cool at all
@dinahn6955 nope, mean and strict are two different things. victoria is strict, not mean. also just like in kitchen nightmares, etc. the american version of these programs are dramatized more
“Oh the pieces were too big!” Hah! Hardly!! Dogs throats can fit way more down than a humans. My corgi wolfs down frozen chicken feet like it’s nothing, pun intended. Not in one bite of course, maybe three or four, but she’s doesn’t take long devouring them at all. She’s always monitored on anything she has in case she chokes though so don’t worry. But this is just another example of how much she anthropomorphises those dogs and treats them like actual children.
Poor dogs this is really sad, she is forcing these dogs to do what she wants them to do and not allowing them to be dogs. Also she is devaluing the dogs’ names by continuing to say them over and over multiple times in a row with no response. She’s like ‘Tilley, Tilley, Til, Til, wait Tilley, no Til, Til come’ I mean come on, this poor dog is not gonna respond if you address it that way!
There are only a few reasons I would put anything resembling 'clothes' on a dog, and all of them are job and/or safety related: booties for damaging surfaces, hi-vis/chest protection for hunting, floatation aid for boating, etc.
cant believe theyd rather carry the dog around the whole house rather than just get some carpet....n did she just expect a therapy dog to come out the womb like that, no training necessary? all the folks Ive seen doing it(usually as service dogs for themselves) are at it for years! working w the dog every day!
There's nothing wrong with having an emotional attachment to your dogs. There's also nothing wrong with not having many friends/not being in a relationship. Just because someones life differs from what people perceive as normal doesn't mean you should be so damn judgemental.
Of course there's nothing wrong with either points you make, but Victoria wasn't just being judgemental for the sake of it, she's worried that the relationship Heidi has with the dogs isn't good for either. It's a reason the Dogs are so anxious, she's smothering them, Victorias just saying that getting some separation is a good thing.
There is something wrong with it thought when it’s at an unhealthy point. Emotional support animals have actually become toxic. There’s new studies being done on the codependency and harm it’s causing
@@xobelladonna2443 "There’s new studies being done on the codependency and harm it’s causing": Well, guess what. There are already tonnes of studies proving that codependency is bad for the relationship between (at least) two humans is even more harmful. It's not about it being an animal.
@@07Flash11MRC Huh? Lmao codependency between humans has absolutely nothing to do with it. Emotional support animals are more unhealthy than healthy. If you’re offended by it, you have poor emotional boundaries. Get a stuffed animal and go to therapy.
Ok, would you feel like a dog that refuses to play or relate with other dogs, being fixated on their owner instead; is a healthy, well adjusted and happy dog; or a neurotic and scared dog with no confidence or clue about how to dog? Cause I've seen some dogs like that, and they look pretty miserable to me. I know people like to be the center of their dog's world, and they encourage that behaviour to the point their dogs don't even relate to other people without great effort. Which makes for controlling, neurotic and egotistic owners, and unhappy dogs. If you don't like beign treated like that by a parent or a partner, don't subject your dogs to that toxic love. It is ok to not want to be in a relationship, or not beign an extrovert and extrasocial person; but that is not the same as substituting human relationship with dog relationship just because it is more easy and less intimidating to relate to dogs than humans. And I don't think is fair to put that pressure on dogs either. Dogs are a great emotional support, but support means help overcoming challenges. Is not meant as an excuse to ignore your dogs needs, your own needs; or not to take any emotional risks.
I think the sister needs to accept that she doesn't have children and be okay with that. Her dogs are not going to make up for that missing in her life. Seems like she gets that by the end of the episode hopefully she keeps up with it.
I think people get confused between "dogs being like children" vs "dogs are children". Hence we fur babies and babies. The fur part indicates that you are like a parent to your dog, but your provide this fur child with what the fur child needs to be the best fur child, not the best child. Also, yes, both children and dogs require responsibility, hard work, teaching, and love. That is as far as the similarities go.
I don’t think it’s wrong to put clothes on your dogs. If you do it from when they’re small they end up liking it. My huge pitbull loves sweaters and has since he was a tiny boy. And he looks nice in a sweater vest. Some dogs like italian greyhounds need clothes anyway bc they get chilly. I think this girl went a too far babying her dogs, to the point it dod them a disservice, but i don’t think the clothes are inherently wrong or weird lol!
I own 2 Chihuahuas a husky and a giant doodle mix pup. I raised my Chihuahua with my husky, they have a small job and run and play with the husky and new puppy brother. Babying small dogs is the worst thing you can do.
If you can't treat a dog as an actual dog, then don't get one!!!!! I have a miniature Chihuahua, a Pomeranian and a Jack Russell and all three are dogs, not fashion accessories or my children😂😂
There is 2 other people in the house why does she keep Criticizing Heidi alone when she tells her to give her sister more control but blames Heidi for everything.....That's really sweet of Heidi to want to volunteer her dog and herself to visit people in hospitals Since it's a volunteer job I'm sure she's not losing her mind about it LOL She just mentioned that maybe she would like to do it I've seen dogs in the hospital that visit they're not perfectly well-behaved trust me Also I would like to say her 3 dogs are the top 7 best behaved dogs in the whole entire TV series I don't think she was looking for a robot dog she just wanted a little bit of training Maybe she just wants to be alone and work on herself for a while It's good to enjoy your own company And not be needy I don't know why Victoria Was so involved in Heidi's life she's a dog trainer not a therapist
Because she can see Heidi is inappropriate with those dogs making them anxious..trying to address why by helping her, otherwise how will Heidi back off? Victoria helped Heidi gain some balance into her life, which is always a good thing. Heidi took her advice and seems happier so what’s the problem
It does not matter their size or cuteness, they are doggos. They need coat care, regular vet visits, good food, fresh water, exercise, socialization, stimulation, training and a ton of patience and practice.
I'm upset that Victoria didn't just out right say the dog is not fit to be a therapy dog 🤦🏽 She does not want to be one, she's uncomfortable, and shouldn't be forced to plain and simple. I cannot believe she still gave the owner hope that she'd be a therapy dog. I hope she continues to fail the test, she will not be a happy dog.
Speaking of us humans....just stop running up and down the stairs...rather they are wooden or carpeted. And if you fall down even after that, you may want to look for a house without stairs..or install a electric chair to carry you up...or get an elevator installed.
I mean i love my pets but that was a bit too much spoiling at the start and clothes are fine if its actualy needed maybe for the paw if its too Hot or a jacket if its too cold the weather or its it a old dog who cant keep themself as warm anymore
Yeah my mom only put clothes on our family dog growing up on occasions. Like a sweater for Halloween or Christmas. And then in her old age when she got sick she needed diapers cause she couldn’t hold any urine even for 5 minutes. And shoes for walks cause her paws became weak on the hot sidewalk. Those I think are okay. This woman is way to much
My diabetic medical alert service dog Shih tzu was also a therapy dog for cancer patients but my health made us stop. Your dog must be a very chill dog not scared of anything, very very adaptable to every conceivable situation. From puppy on up you train a dog not to be scared or anxious. A dog needs a minimum of 2yrs of training before you even think of testing a dog for therapy dog status. The stupidity of this dog owner and the audacity and the ego to think her dog could pass as a therapy dog status makes want to shake some sense into her. A therapy dog must love people and be gentle and 100percent fully trained. There can be 0 percent anxiety in the dog. At 57 I have had perfectly trained dogs my whole life because you start training a pup before its weaned. Socialization very little. My uncle was a awesome dog trainer and a Breeder of German Shepherds . I was involved in training from toddler on the training of dogs. My dog started working with Cancer patients. He also alerts to diabetics when their blood sugar levels are too high or too low. This is his special skill. I would have had carpet on the stairs for me, or something non slip. It is safer for humans as well as dogs. N nice oriental rug runners. With non slip back ing safer for everyone. What that girl does not know is training never ends if you want a excellent dog.
As someone on the spectrum i think shes on the spectrum, hopefully her fixation on the dogs can be redirected into training and learning instead of smothering
This habit of labelling people is very unhelpful. Just because you see similarities means nothing because you’re not a professional trained to know what to look for. I think she has strong signs of something else because I’ve observed similarities… I know a lot about the subject, including relevant education with us why I won’t say what I think in the YT comments.
Idk what test Heidi and Tilly did before the show, but it definitely wasn't from AKC. You need to pass the CGC before you can take the Therapy Dog test.
It's just wild to me that as an owner you recognize that your dog is incredibly unsure on and afraid of slippery floors, yet you do nothing about it. Get a goddam rug!!!
When I see a dog dressed in baby clothes, or in strollers, I think of the owner as selfish, uninformed and maybe delusional. We’re supposed to attend to their needs, not vice-versa.
Dogs are like kids. They need someone to lead them, discipline them with kindness, guide them to behave correctly and to feel safe. This woman would be calling supernanny if these were children, shes uncomfortable putting the needs of the dogs before her own desire to be needed.
Not always. I've had 4 Maltese who do fine with wood floors as long as their feet are properly groomed. Ones even my service dog and he does amazing on all types of floors.
Heidi doesn't understand that dogs aren't dolls. That dog doesn't like other people nearly as much as she likes Heidi. She doesn't want to be a therapy dog.
🤣🤣🤣 Victoria’s face when shes looking through the doggy wardrobe
That's the same look on my mom's face when they see all my service dog Vests. 😂 She gets so mad because I have do much and it's expensive.
@@BayMaxAcademyat least those have a purpose.
@@BayMaxAcademy🎉🎉
@@BayMaxAcademyI know it’s probably fun and you likely enjoy giving your dog a cute wardrobe, but I’m not sure it’s the greatest idea to do the most with a service dog’s wardrobe, if that is indeed what you’re doing and I understood your comment correctly.
A service animal’s vest is a uniform meant to convey a message to the public, so it’s possible being too cutesy with it may lead to some annoying and unnecessary doubt of the legitimacy of your service dog. I know you know that happens all the time, due to ignorant people who don’t know the basics about service animals, and ignorant dog owners, who also don’t know the basics about service animals, but still pretend their dogs are service dogs so they can reap the benefits. Both are problems, so it just concerns me a bit to imagine a real service dog not being respected because it’s walking around in a frilly pink vest or something, and it’s handler potentially being seen as a faker for the same reason.
Just a concern of course, I could be totally off base in what I’m imagining! But frankly, I know there is no standard uniform for service dogs, so I can’t quite think of any reason you’d need to have tons of expensive service dog vests other than maybe a bunch of utilitarian options, which makes sense. But if it’s a bunch of cutesy stuff, I’d be cautious, because a serious doggo with a serious job doesn’t deserve to be taken unseriously because his owner maybe got a little too excited with the accessories. With peace and love, of course!!
@@BayMaxAcademyThat is not bad, to be fair those have a purpose.
Victoria is actually very good at what she does. She really understands and is great at problem solving.
As a dog groomer, trimming the hair in between the pads is hugely important! Especially when there’s wood floors!
Yes that's actually one of the first things that occurred to me about the wood floors. People don't understand that not keeping the pads trimmed, including in between, is like us running around on a polished floor in socks.
I’ve left their paw pad hair for the summer. I live in Spain and find it protects their pads from the heat a great deal. During winter I trim them.
Why especially wood flooring?
@@mathildeeide8550ooo! Smart!
Because it’s slippery
Just because a dog resembles a plush toy, doesn’t mean they can be treated as one.
Omg 😮 shes a bit extreme
I am using her "stop" method to work with my 4 dogs, and it is working quickly. Also while playing this video for my guy our dogs looked at us for their treat.
I love the way Victoria finds balance, creating a healthy relationship between the Dogs and Heidi and enabling the dogs to be calm and much more emotionally healthy. Knowing each Situation is different between Pets and their owners it is great to see the different ideas that work .
My malti-poo is also irrationally scared of storm drains. I had to use treats to desensitize him to them. That works most of the time, but every once in awhile, they still freak him out.
i still don't grasp why they didn't just put carpet runners on the stairs anyway. wooden stairs are slippery even to people. it's different on stairs because you have to push off from the step below to get up and sometimes if they are polished too well or the varnish is slippery you will fall especially when you get older. and if someone comments about people falling down stairs because of incompetence, that is rude. people who are 60+ have harder times on steps anyway and it's worse when they don't have something to grip on to.
Agreed, most people with stairs that are wooden, have runners in the middle....it's dangerous for us all.
True, I haven't watched this all the way through yet but I'm wondering how the dogs could even get down those shiny-looking stairs safety
Oh just shave the paw pads (hair between the toe beans)
well. i uhm... do not have hair between my toe beans... i feel that most humans don't have that.@@hazelco8622
Speaking as an RN and volunteer EMS responder, I've had MORE patients fall down stairs that were carpeted than wooden. Most slippers, shoes and even bare feet can maintain a hold on a wooden stair, but will slide on carpet. The most ideal surface is wood with a gripping runner across the center. (Although I will admit after I'd injured my back and had a bad pain day at my nephew's house.... I had to crawl up the stairs for help, and was thrilled the stairs were softly carpeted....... shame on me, I know...LOL)
Reminds me of moms that push their daughters into pageants
Yup. Then they wonder why sometimes when their daughters get older, they go off with some guy for much needed feelings of comfort, love and acceptance, a guy she barely knows, then one day just breaks down, especially if the guy ended up being an actual creep. The worst of it all is when the daughter then at any point feels badly for saying some not so nice things to her mother, and or father, particularly when they also have a mother who has some 1950s style parenting going on. The worst is if she goes and unloads on someone and that person calls her selfish, talking about all the things her mother does for her.
Saying that there are times when people' ignorance makes me ill and angry is an understatement. Not speaking of my parents or any of my 4 younger siblings, just some stories I have heard over the years.
A therapy dog is not there just to sit in people's laps, and forcing one to do that is ridiculous. Let the dog move around from one person to the next, or sit in front of a child while it reads. You can't force a dog that doesn't want to be in those situations, a dog either wants. to be around people, or it doesn't. Maybe even go to hospital and see what therapy dogs do because it takes a very calm and confident dog to do therapy work.
There are so many wonderful dogs who are just not cut out to be therapy dogs. I've been fortunate to work with a few dogs who have had the perfect temperament for that kind of work.
I agree! I actually thought my dog wouldn’t be a good therapy dog because he’s not everyone’s best friend, he just sits there and let’s people touch him. A very calm, obedient, and confident lump of a shepherd. Doesn’t care about being your friend. I did all three canine good citizen classes with him and a local therapy group founder wanted him on the team because of this temperament. The nursing home folks can’t get enough of him haha
My one pup Tucker we thought would’ve been a good therapy dog. Though he’s too attached to his brother. Otherwise he’s just a very chill dog who will just hangout for pets and move away if he isn’t getting them. He’s an English Cream Golden Retriever. Typically he can be pretty derpy and playful if he sees something like a squirrel or sometimes another dog. He’s 8 but acts like a pup! He’s just so mellow and chill. Plus his tail was docked for medical reasons so no worries about the tail being an issue around medical supplies if it wags.
we have a little girl who just loves laps but i would auggest her as a therpy dog because at times she jumps up when excited and you cant have a dog that does that. This woman wanted her dog to do it because it smiled? Dogs dont smile if they look like they are its usually not a happy face
Dogs can't see the color pink.
My late beagle (profile pic) was my heart and soul dog. 12 years wasn't long enough. I still grieve for her. I did "spoil" her with toys and treats,yes. Yet,i let her be a dog. She needed to work by tracking scents. She needed to problem solve. She loved seeing new places, smelling new scents. I loved her enough to let her be a dog
I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is hard. I'm still grieving for my cockatiel who died last fall. I had her for over 18 years. I still have my cat, and love him to bits, but it's like there's a a fluffy bird shaped hole in my heart.
If you love someone, you love them as they are, not what you want them to be. They're dogs. Love them as dogs. There is nothing wrong with being a dog. Let them be themselves!
I’m just starting the episode, but they seem to be an emotional crutch for her
Very well said 😊 there are lots of people who are guilty of these 😮💨
I think it's called an emotional support dog people Are getting the certification from their doctor She should go and get one
@@tracigermano maybe but an emotional support dog is a working dog not what heidi wants unfortunately.......
So true!!!!! Human or animal, there is a HUGE difference between loving what you WISH they were, and loving THEM. Plus, as Victoria keeps trying to help people see, to pretend & treat canines as deficient humans instead of perfectly good dogs is to ignore all the amazing attributes they have (or have a lot more of) which we humans lack.
I’ve been in therapy for over 10 years and dog training for a year. It’s actually kinda remarkable how similar the two are to each other. I think we really forget we r still mammals. But I keep seeing similarities and it’s insane to me
Right?! It's the same with children, too. Learning new behaviours and re-learning old ones is pretty much the same across species and ages.
are NOT r
same as a psych student and learning dog training
The best way to love a dog that you feel is "like a child" to you, is to love the dog AS dog. After 11 years with my first doggo, who I absolutely felt that way about, I can say that I never had these issues BECAUSE I always tried to approach my "love language" with him as "human & dog" not "human & smaller human".
To really love someone or something, you have to love THEM and not what you want them to be. So, to really love on your doggo, you need to take care of their needs as a dog. To know what those are, you have to learn about dogs and consider what a dog might need to be happy.
Never get a pet to replace something else in your life without first ensuring you are dedicated to taking care of the animal how it requires, as anything less is not an act of love but of selfishness (no matter how well meaning or with how much love you enact those bad behaviors).
Poor lady, I hope she and her doggos are all much better off after the doggovention!
Hilariously, people who view child-rearing as "similar to training dogs" for the first bit tend to have LESS issues when they perceive their dogs as more children.
But they also then have issues with their kids later on, so, let's not do that either :'D
I have two small dogs, one of which is a Maltese, and it’s such a pet peeve of mine when people coddle small dogs or dont take them seriously. They are not dolls to dress up and when they growl, dont laugh at how “feisty” they are.
Shave pumpkins’ paw pads! Ever thought that maybe her paws are overgrown with hair that are preventing her from gripping the floor and causing her to slip on hardwood floor?
My cats have this issue, but then their toe beans would be so chilly 🥶 I gave up and put rugs everywhere lol
That dog DOESN'T want to be a fkn therapy dog, YOU WANT IT. Far out this is frustrating
Thank GOD I'm not the only one. All three are HER personal therapy dogs (a slippery slope concept of ridiculousness IMHO), nothing more. Although I'd be more inclined to label them crutches for whatever is going on in her psyche.
And, personally, this illustrates exactly why I'm not much of a fan of small dogs...their owners almost always turn them into entited, obnoxious little assholes who are the very opposite of "so cute and adorable". Not the fault of the dog, of course.
@@questioneverything-rf3yfMore like vicious little horrors.
Good heavens if I was a neighbour and I rang the doorbell and heard all that barking I would turn around and run off.
@questioneverything-rf3yf horrid aren't they..I know that sounds so mean but I rarely meet small dogs that are nice. The people that live across the road from me have a pomeranian and it yaps ALL day, it's got no brains I swear.
@eleanorhogan8643 I know right?! Definitely not soothing and relaxing for use in therapy 🤣🤣🤣
Those dogs have such cute little faces and they are so attentive with their training.
I just did similar stair training with one of my dogs, who decided the basement stairs at my parents' house were scary (we lived in a 3rd floor walk up apartment so normal stairs weren't scary). He LOVES my cat, so I used her a lot and got him to follow her bc he didn't want treats lol
I wish that Victoria brought some random people over who would go and start hugging the blond chick, picking her up and moving her etc so she understood what it was like for poor dog whom she was forcing to have "cuddles".. It's not a freaking toy..
Malteses are sooooo ridiculously cute. My husky's best friend is a tiny, fierce little Maltese she met at the park. He definitely holds his own against my dog, even though my dog is like five times his size.
That lil dude probably thinks he’s in attack on titan when they’re playing
I prefer dogs that actually look like a canid
I love that your husky allowed it, and didn't think it is a snack. What a good dog.
It's glaringly obvious that, Tilly doesn't care much for people. So would that make for a good therapy dog?
It’s sad Heidi is so selfish it’s all about what SHE wants. She’s trying to change the temperament of the dog. She’s actually a bit of an arsehole tbh
She reminds me of those parents who constantly push their kids to be a lawyer or nurse or doctor for bragging rights at their “book” clubs.
I can actually understand Heidi's view of her dogs. When your really lonely and have anxiety. It's hard to build friendships. I feel like my cat is one of my best friends
Your training sessions, are amazing !
Watched a few more of your videos.. the way you get astonishing results by working your way through the problem, be it human or canine, is just perfect ! 👌🏼
To be honest, as someone with autism and adhd - this really looks like hyperfixating to me. In addition a lot of autistic people suffer with anxiety and social isolation, and bond strongly with animals. This isn't a justification for her smothering behaviour, but I can understand how this could have happened. I think that needs to be addressed at least.
This is true for my son with Autism also. He loves every dog and I have to remind him not every dog is like ours.
@@mrv963What is your dog like?
What I love about Victoria's technique is there's no forcing the animals. She's way superior in dog psychology than DSC's forcing the dogs to alter their behavior. She has way more patience than DSC have shown.
whos DCS
Thank you. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE continue to stress these are NOT your children they're your dogs
SHE IS SAYIMG HER SISTER DOSENT LEFT A FINGER WELL SHE DIDNT WANT A DOG IN THE FIRST PLACE AND TF ARE YOU GOIN GTO “BUY” YOUR SISTER A DOG BUT THEN SAY NO ITS ACTUALLY MY DOG AS WELL
They are so cute and good when they're training
Love her training technics!
I call my dog my baby/child but I also know she's a dog. She has set boudries and she knows what she can do and can't do. Yes I pamper her but I also train her and reprimand her bad behaviors and teach her what is the behavior I want instead
And that’s okay. At least you acknowledge the difference in what dogs need vs children.
I call my dogs my babies... it started out as a joke... but then all of a sudden, it wasn't? lol. But I don't actually think they are babies... they're dogs. They have very unique needs that are totally different from human babies. And thank goodness for that because I don't want babies. My dogs definitely aren't replacing any motherly instincts for babies because I don't want those!
@@haleylquinton I respect that. You are within your right to feel that way. I don’t see my dog as my baby. But honestly cause I have human babies. And I love them both but it’s extremely different types of love.
I call my dog my child, I love her.
Of course I know she's not, admittedly I do amp it up when I'm around people who get annoyed by it just cos I think it's funny. When I introduced her to my grandma as her first great grandchild the look on her face was priceless 😂😂
@@aether1356 oh same, my mom is NOT an animal lover. I play it up around her about how they're my wittle precious babies and refer to her as "grandma" to the animals. She is not amused.
This just goes to show that dogs are not a replacement for the hard work of therapy with a good, effective therapist
People who love their dogs like children that even children need "training". When you have a kid sure the very beginning is babying since they are literal babies then but then you have to potty train them, teach them appropriate behaviors, teach them right from wrong, look or for their well being, adjust your parenting/training for the individual, socialize them, accept help from others, work to stop separation anxiety, help them feel secure and safe, make room for yourself and just make sure they are decent members of society. You can't call yourself a dog parent if all you do is spoil your dog without taking on any of the hard tasks of actually being a parent. Anybody can be a parent or pet owner but to be a good one takes continuous work
All these people create neurotic dogs because “they love their dogs like they birthed them” don’t understand that there is no cookie cutter to loving children either. The best way to be a good pet owner is actually the same as the best way to be a good parent and that is to love and guide the beings they are responsible in the way the child or pet needs it rather than the way that is gratifying to the guardian.
I agree, but I have to add a very important element that you left out…. Just like with children you absolutely MUST educate your dog. You absolutely must educate and potty train your children, and teach them good manners and teach them boundaries and the things they need to learn in order to survive in this world. You need to do the same for your pets. You must educate and train them and provide the quality of care that they actually need, not just the care that gratifies you and makes you feel like a mommy. It may be gratifying to you, but it sure as hell is not gratifying to your dog.
Just like that, being overbearing and smothering may be gratifying to you as a mother, but is certainly not helpful to your child. This leads to very neurotic children and separation anxiety and feelings of abandonment if you are not there, 24/7 which is actually really damaging to both children and animals alike
Pls stop with the “Tilly! Tilly! Tilly!” You’re just making Tilly tune you out when you call her name. Say it once and demand attention. They’re not children. Be firm, consistent and follow through on the first command. If Tilly doesn’t obey and respond the way you want, stop dead in your track and fix your gaze on her until she pays attention to you. Keep the leash taught and tap on the leash for attention. She will know something’s up from your silence and you looking at her. Then give her the command again ONCE. If Tilly does it, reward. If not, tap on the leash again and try once more.
That was driving me nuts lol she’s devaluing the dog’s name so much!
what does bother me a bit is that it is obvious the blond sister has a social anxiety issue and that the dogs are her means of escape. and that her controlling behavior seems to be stemmed from anxiety and or ocd. as i have ocd. i am aware of the many different forms of ocd and that her need for control stems from her fear of leaving her comfort zones. i've seen this type of ocd before, in my father and i have a safety ocd, so i'm pretty amazing at security and safety precautions XD. one could say i'm tooo focused on safety XD.
Good job pumpkin you are doing so well 😊
Little pumpkin has stolen my heart.
As an asexual, autistic, and introverted person, I have no need or want for a relationship. So it's always a bit jarring to see people so worried about other people's lack of a dating life, as if everyone needs that. Not everyone does.
Iam affraid she does, as she substitudes her sister for BF and dogs as kids..
As also an autistic and introverted person. She does need it cuz she treats the dogs as children she needs to go outside more. I and you absolutely do not have to go out more😂
Also the way she states that she doesn’t have any relationships. She seems incredibly lonely and not in an introverted way.
I'm exactly like you and do not make any effort to get in a relationship or see friends often... but she clearly needs that kind of things, and suffers from not having them
Even those who say they don’t need socialisation, do. You make symptoms worse by isolating yourself and increase anxiety when you do want to do something social.
Its fine to want to be left alone for 6 days in a week but for the seventh, you need to find somewhere you are comfortable with going out and you shouldn’t be dreading it either. Every human needs social interaction, its just finding the right space and environment
maybe she does or doesn’t.. but the dogs need to socialize with other dogs and people.
This is what am talking I injoy watching this episode.hope to see new longer video content.
Glad Victoria helped her to understand her dog’s needs
I just love Victoria!! ❤
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Thanks to this video, my maltese will learn a lot from me. God bless.
I love Maltese. My maltese is my service dog. He also does agility, canine freestyle, and dock diving. When I retire him hes going into training to be a threapy dog. The best ways to spoil a dog of any size is training, giving them a job and doing active stuff with them like dog sports or hiking. Dressing them up and treating them like a child instead of a dog isnt spoiling them.
Victoria is like the Gordon Ramsey of dogs
But with actual manners 😂
@@StaubZuStaub THATS SO TRUE
How so? Victoria isn't intentionally mean to the people that called for her help.
I feel sorry for the girl I think Victoria has absolutely stepped her boundaries she called and ask for help to train her dogs she didn't ask for victoria's opinion on how to live her life Victoria was asking her way too many questions on national TV and giving a very opinionated answer back to her that she didn't even ask for Someone made a comment on here she's the Gordon Ramsey of dog training I agree after I've watched this episode Very rude To that sensitive young girl She embarrassed her more than once not cool at all
@dinahn6955 nope, mean and strict are two different things. victoria is strict, not mean. also just like in kitchen nightmares, etc. the american version of these programs are dramatized more
I’ve also seen dogs react to storm drains with suspicion or fear. My guess is that they hear the running water below them.
I wouldn't treat a child as a dog. I wouldn't treat a dog as a child.
Most susscinct comment of the whole section, wrapped in a tidy, short and sweet package. That should be a bumper sticker.
“Oh the pieces were too big!” Hah! Hardly!! Dogs throats can fit way more down than a humans. My corgi wolfs down frozen chicken feet like it’s nothing, pun intended. Not in one bite of course, maybe three or four, but she’s doesn’t take long devouring them at all. She’s always monitored on anything she has in case she chokes though so don’t worry. But this is just another example of how much she anthropomorphises those dogs and treats them like actual children.
Love these episodes!
Let the dogs be dogs and give them space and only spoil them once in a while not to much 😊❤😊
Sweet sisters. Happy for them 🎉🎉
How bizarre, how bizarre, how bizarre 🤣🤣🤣, just like the song.
Poor dogs this is really sad, she is forcing these dogs to do what she wants them to do and not allowing them to be dogs. Also she is devaluing the dogs’ names by continuing to say them over and over multiple times in a row with no response. She’s like ‘Tilley, Tilley, Til, Til, wait Tilley, no Til, Til come’ I mean come on, this poor dog is not gonna respond if you address it that way!
There are only a few reasons I would put anything resembling 'clothes' on a dog, and all of them are job and/or safety related: booties for damaging surfaces, hi-vis/chest protection for hunting, floatation aid for boating, etc.
Funny, being a responsible dog owner seems to have a lot of the same qualities as being a good responsible parent…..
2:25: Me, sing-songing:" Too la-te..!"😖🤦♂️
Right now, those neighbors are having secret meetings on how to EASIEST end those critters!😂🎉
I feel sorry for their neighbors. The noise is horrendous.
I guess therapy dogs need to be born as well as trained. I don't think that dog is cut out to be a therapy dog by her nature
The great thing about me living in a 3rd floor flat is that my divs all got used to both stairs and elavators from a young age
Not all dogs enjoy being dressed up...
cant believe theyd rather carry the dog around the whole house rather than just get some carpet....n did she just expect a therapy dog to come out the womb like that, no training necessary? all the folks Ive seen doing it(usually as service dogs for themselves) are at it for years! working w the dog every day!
There's nothing wrong with having an emotional attachment to your dogs. There's also nothing wrong with not having many friends/not being in a relationship. Just because someones life differs from what people perceive as normal doesn't mean you should be so damn judgemental.
Of course there's nothing wrong with either points you make, but Victoria wasn't just being judgemental for the sake of it, she's worried that the relationship Heidi has with the dogs isn't good for either. It's a reason the Dogs are so anxious, she's smothering them, Victorias just saying that getting some separation is a good thing.
There is something wrong with it thought when it’s at an unhealthy point. Emotional support animals have actually become toxic. There’s new studies being done on the codependency and harm it’s causing
@@xobelladonna2443 "There’s new studies being done on the codependency and harm it’s causing": Well, guess what. There are already tonnes of studies proving that codependency is bad for the relationship between (at least) two humans is even more harmful. It's not about it being an animal.
@@07Flash11MRC Huh? Lmao codependency between humans has absolutely nothing to do with it. Emotional support animals are more unhealthy than healthy. If you’re offended by it, you have poor emotional boundaries. Get a stuffed animal and go to therapy.
Ok, would you feel like a dog that refuses to play or relate with other dogs, being fixated on their owner instead; is a healthy, well adjusted and happy dog; or a neurotic and scared dog with no confidence or clue about how to dog? Cause I've seen some dogs like that, and they look pretty miserable to me. I know people like to be the center of their dog's world, and they encourage that behaviour to the point their dogs don't even relate to other people without great effort. Which makes for controlling, neurotic and egotistic owners, and unhappy dogs. If you don't like beign treated like that by a parent or a partner, don't subject your dogs to that toxic love.
It is ok to not want to be in a relationship, or not beign an extrovert and extrasocial person; but that is not the same as substituting human relationship with dog relationship just because it is more easy and less intimidating to relate to dogs than humans. And I don't think is fair to put that pressure on dogs either. Dogs are a great emotional support, but support means help overcoming challenges. Is not meant as an excuse to ignore your dogs needs, your own needs; or not to take any emotional risks.
I think the sister needs to accept that she doesn't have children and be okay with that. Her dogs are not going to make up for that missing in her life. Seems like she gets that by the end of the episode hopefully she keeps up with it.
Heidi hasn't got any control over herself !! When she controls herself, controlling the dogs becomes easier !
I think people get confused between "dogs being like children" vs "dogs are children". Hence we fur babies and babies. The fur part indicates that you are like a parent to your dog, but your provide this fur child with what the fur child needs to be the best fur child, not the best child. Also, yes, both children and dogs require responsibility, hard work, teaching, and love. That is as far as the similarities go.
I don’t think it’s wrong to put clothes on your dogs. If you do it from when they’re small they end up liking it. My huge pitbull loves sweaters and has since he was a tiny boy. And he looks nice in a sweater vest. Some dogs like italian greyhounds need clothes anyway bc they get chilly. I think this girl went a too far babying her dogs, to the point it dod them a disservice, but i don’t think the clothes are inherently wrong or weird lol!
I own 2 Chihuahuas a husky and a giant doodle mix pup. I raised my Chihuahua with my husky, they have a small job and run and play with the husky and new puppy brother. Babying small dogs is the worst thing you can do.
If you can't treat a dog as an actual dog, then don't get one!!!!! I have a miniature Chihuahua, a Pomeranian and a Jack Russell and all three are dogs, not fashion accessories or my children😂😂
even if a plush toy looks like a dog you can’t treat a dog like a plush
easy solution carpet pads on the stairs!
That’s what happens when you smother children too. Makes them think that they can’t do for themselves.
Love a dog because their a dog not because you treat them as a human
There is 2 other people in the house why does she keep Criticizing Heidi alone when she tells her to give her sister more control but blames Heidi for everything.....That's really sweet of Heidi to want to volunteer her dog and herself to visit people in hospitals Since it's a volunteer job I'm sure she's not losing her mind about it LOL She just mentioned that maybe she would like to do it I've seen dogs in the hospital that visit they're not perfectly well-behaved trust me Also I would like to say her 3 dogs are the top 7 best behaved dogs in the whole entire TV series I don't think she was looking for a robot dog she just wanted a little bit of training Maybe she just wants to be alone and work on herself for a while It's good to enjoy your own company And not be needy I don't know why Victoria Was so involved in Heidi's life she's a dog trainer not a therapist
No it’s selfish, the dog doesn’t have the temperament, she’s forcing it. She seems to want a trophy dog, she’s got issues.
Because she can see Heidi is inappropriate with those dogs making them anxious..trying to address why by helping her, otherwise how will Heidi back off? Victoria helped Heidi gain some balance into her life, which is always a good thing. Heidi took her advice and seems happier so what’s the problem
It does not matter their size or cuteness, they are doggos. They need coat care, regular vet visits, good food, fresh water, exercise, socialization, stimulation, training and a ton of patience and practice.
Can this woman get my dog to listen to her ?
I want to have coffe with Victoria stllwlee
Those poor dogs that is way to much seriously stop pampering dogs that is ridiculous! 😮
Tilly isn’t a therapy dog. Accept it and move on.
I'm upset that Victoria didn't just out right say the dog is not fit to be a therapy dog 🤦🏽 She does not want to be one, she's uncomfortable, and shouldn't be forced to plain and simple. I cannot believe she still gave the owner hope that she'd be a therapy dog. I hope she continues to fail the test, she will not be a happy dog.
THEY ARE DOGS!! Not babies! Poor things 😢😢
Speaking of us humans....just stop running up and down the stairs...rather they are wooden or carpeted. And if you fall down even after that, you may want to look for a house without stairs..or install a electric chair to carry you up...or get an elevator installed.
I mean i love my pets but that was a bit too much spoiling at the start and clothes are fine if its actualy needed maybe for the paw if its too Hot or a jacket if its too cold the weather or its it a old dog who cant keep themself as warm anymore
Yeah my mom only put clothes on our family dog growing up on occasions. Like a sweater for Halloween or Christmas. And then in her old age when she got sick she needed diapers cause she couldn’t hold any urine even for 5 minutes. And shoes for walks cause her paws became weak on the hot sidewalk. Those I think are okay. This woman is way to much
I use bandanas on my dogs for holidays and such.... they're cute and festive but they're not as annoying to the dog as clothes would be.
I’m waiting now too but I got to go so I put on notifications for it so I can come back to it
My diabetic medical alert service dog Shih tzu was also a therapy dog for cancer patients but my health made us stop. Your dog must be a very chill dog not scared of anything, very very adaptable to every conceivable situation. From puppy on up you train a dog not to be scared or anxious. A dog needs a minimum of 2yrs of training before you even think of testing a dog for therapy dog status. The stupidity of this dog owner and the audacity and the ego to think her dog could pass as a therapy dog status makes want to shake some sense into her. A therapy dog must love people and be gentle and 100percent fully trained. There can be 0 percent anxiety in the dog. At 57 I have had perfectly trained dogs my whole life because you start training a pup before its weaned. Socialization very little. My uncle was a awesome dog trainer and a Breeder of German Shepherds . I was involved in training from toddler on the training of dogs. My dog started working with Cancer patients. He also alerts to diabetics when their blood sugar levels are too high or too low. This is his special skill. I would have had carpet on the stairs for me, or something non slip. It is safer for humans as well as dogs. N nice oriental rug runners. With non slip back ing safer for everyone. What that girl does not know is training never ends if you want a excellent dog.
As someone on the spectrum i think shes on the spectrum, hopefully her fixation on the dogs can be redirected into training and learning instead of smothering
This habit of labelling people is very unhelpful. Just because you see similarities means nothing because you’re not a professional trained to know what to look for. I think she has strong signs of something else because I’ve observed similarities… I know a lot about the subject, including relevant education with us why I won’t say what I think in the YT comments.
Idk what test Heidi and Tilly did before the show, but it definitely wasn't from AKC. You need to pass the CGC before you can take the Therapy Dog test.
It's just wild to me that as an owner you recognize that your dog is incredibly unsure on and afraid of slippery floors, yet you do nothing about it. Get a goddam rug!!!
When I see a dog dressed in baby clothes, or in strollers, I think of the owner as selfish, uninformed and maybe delusional. We’re supposed to attend to their needs, not vice-versa.
Dogs are like kids. They need someone to lead them, discipline them with kindness, guide them to behave correctly and to feel safe.
This woman would be calling supernanny if these were children, shes uncomfortable putting the needs of the dogs before her own desire to be needed.
"I dont feel like i birthed them. I love them like I've birthed them." Oh yes. Its very different. I see your point.
Omg 🥇First I am waiting for a ep
1:21 OK Now THAT IS CREEPY.
remember: everything seems like a little thing when it’s from a little dog. train every dog w the same discipline you would if you had a cane corso
Malteses just don’t like wooden floors we’ve had three and ALLL of them refuse to go on wood and scamper on it
Not always. I've had 4 Maltese who do fine with wood floors as long as their feet are properly groomed. Ones even my service dog and he does amazing on all types of floors.
Late but still here
i defiently pamper my dogs but i still rember that at the end of the day they are acuatl dogs and this lady obviousily didnt get that
Why are all small dogs like that named Tilly? 🤣 Friend of mine had a Shih Tsu named tilly too
I have 4 dogs. I friend when I want to. I have 2 intact LH Dutch shepherd show dogs and 2 fixed rescues!
I get being that into your dogs I've been pretty attached to mine before but dude this is overboard
Heidi doesn't understand that dogs aren't dolls. That dog doesn't like other people nearly as much as she likes Heidi. She doesn't want to be a therapy dog.
I love my dog and my dog is 13 (14 next april) and consider him my baby, but even I don't go this far with him lol
Those dogs are NOT leash trained...not even close...☹️
I can’t these guys are my favorite type of dogs there so cute and little and are little babies