Breathtaking long-haired German Shepherd

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Комментарии • 885

  • @laughingaardvark3128
    @laughingaardvark3128 10 месяцев назад +1471

    Wow. Maya is 50% fur. Half of her disappeared when she was wet and came back when she was dried.

    • @HanneMary
      @HanneMary 10 месяцев назад +43

      Seems like a shepherd trait, I tried to bathe mine twice and he also has this long thick hair, all of the sudden the head was the biggest body part😂

    • @bcaye
      @bcaye 10 месяцев назад +21

      Off topic, but my ten year old cat can provide enough hair to make a whole new cat EVERY single day in shedding season, an angry sparrow otherwise. It's really handy for keeping the deer from eating my plants.

    • @Operational117
      @Operational117 10 месяцев назад +3

      That’s long-haired for ya. They tend to have a very disproportionate hair-to-body volume ratio, often above one-to-one.

    • @linseat7670
      @linseat7670 10 месяцев назад +8

      My little old lady cat (she passed when she was 21 and I still miss her, 10 years later) was exactly the same. She was this angry bundle of long-haired rage, and HUGE until she got wet. Then she was this skinny little rat-like thing (sorry to insult my lovely old Nala but I did say it to her face, so there's that). Anyway, once she was dry, she was back to the long-haired rage but then she had a reason for it.
      I miss that cat, so much.

    • @valeriejackson1306
      @valeriejackson1306 9 месяцев назад +2

      I can't see where to place my own comment so I'll add on to this one by hitting reply.
      Vanessa, I noticed that Mia has that decrepit looking elbow thing. That is why she doesn't want you brushing her elbow and snarled. My exact same looking long haired GSD had both elbows with it. Vet said nothing can be done except get two long tube socks and cut out toes and tie at neck to cover the opening to the bone on elbow.
      Tried that, wasn't secure enough. So did a deep search online. Found lady in Florida that handmade padded elbow sleeves that have a clip on them to clip together on top of back. My dogs elbows were very bad. After always taking her out with them on during day , then take off at night. Wash them every couple days cuz the elbow would ooze. After two years my dogs elbows healed back to perfect.
      My vet was amazed. She said GSDs that get that on front elbows usually nothing helps to relieve it. She was in shock.
      I think that is why Mia was wanting to bite when you got near elbow cuz it is an open wound there.....I saw it hiding under fur. If that dogs elbow wasn't open wound yet it was on its way. The lady charged $95 for them and we'll worth it. After my big 110 pound GSD wore them daily for 2 years still in excellent condition.

  • @SnakeandTheCrown
    @SnakeandTheCrown 10 месяцев назад +410

    The German shepherd side eye throughout is so dang funny. Maya was such a good girl despite her cranky moments

    • @JK-sh8rc
      @JK-sh8rc 10 месяцев назад +7

      Maya looked less than impressed lol!

  • @RussellKlischer
    @RussellKlischer 10 месяцев назад +195

    “Show-line shepherd” is a very nice way of saying “this dog has hip problems because people decided it looks nicer”.

    • @TieDyeVikki
      @TieDyeVikki 10 месяцев назад +40

      I personally think it makes them look deformed, and I feel sorry for them having to live with what amounts to a disability with probable pain.

    • @catneedham4913
      @catneedham4913 10 месяцев назад +18

      Common misconception. The WGSL breeders have all but eliminated hip dysplasia. You can’t know what the condition the hips are in without X-rays, done by a vet. The Germans are very firm in breeding healthy dogs with good OFA scores

    • @bullybaby
      @bullybaby 6 месяцев назад +2

      The epitome of ‘Beauty is pain’

    • @maxwellowusuboateng184
      @maxwellowusuboateng184 6 месяцев назад

      Lol

    • @Happyheretic2308
      @Happyheretic2308 4 месяца назад +7

      @@bullybabythat’s the repellant obsession with flat-faced dogs and cats. Pain doesn’t quite describe not being able to breathe, or those poor Cavalier King Charles spaniels, whose skulls are too small, so their brains press against the bone.

  • @Astrohhh
    @Astrohhh 10 месяцев назад +917

    Despite her being extremely annoyed at certain parts, she's such a well trained dog!! She wasn't afraid to let you know she didn't like something.. but you could tell she'd never hurt a soul. Such a beautiful dog!

    • @21_f_aus
      @21_f_aus 10 месяцев назад +28

      Yes she doesn't intend to hurt you, but it you hurt her you'll know about it with a nip, very beautiful girl...

    • @Bups693
      @Bups693 10 месяцев назад +23

      That's precisely what this channel is about - you can NEVER know for sure, there could always be a situation in which a dog WILL hurt someone.

    • @pfloydsux
      @pfloydsux 10 месяцев назад +25

      What do you mean? Vanessa literally starts out saying she's aggressive during the groom and needs to be muzzled. Animals need to have their boundaries respected. Most creatures are capable of biting if pushed past their limits. Don't make the mistake of assuming any animal would "never hurt anyone."

    • @nivision
      @nivision 10 месяцев назад +12

      I love dogs but as a former postal delivery person, "never hurt a soul" is the rallying cry coming from every owner whose dog has bitten a stranger. for safety, never assume how a dog is with someone they don't individually interact with daily. went up to my dad's girlfriend's dog wrong once and came an inch away from losing an eye, still got stitches. they're living creatures with their own perogative and entitled to it, it's up to us to respect it.

    • @LawnOrnament
      @LawnOrnament 10 месяцев назад +7

      A growling, snapping dog absolutely is telling you that they will hurt you. That’s what that is lol. I love dogs, but their language needs to be respected. Dogs can and will hurt you if you push their boundaries. Any dog will bite in the right circumstances.

  • @A_English_Gent
    @A_English_Gent 10 месяцев назад +120

    you got to love a good Furrnado.

    • @chiberjuberdourado2487
      @chiberjuberdourado2487 10 месяцев назад +11

      Unless you’re the one who cleans it up! And seeing how it’s not us, we LOVE it!!

    • @devildog17013
      @devildog17013 10 месяцев назад +7

      Fluff therapy 😉

  • @katherinewilliams2674
    @katherinewilliams2674 10 месяцев назад +497

    Back in the 1970’s, since groomers were few and far between in our town, my mom taught herself to do a “puppy cut” on our pet poodles. She did it by checking out books from the library!

    • @jscho8674
      @jscho8674 10 месяцев назад +35

      Way to go Mom! That's awesome!

    • @joyful_tanya
      @joyful_tanya 10 месяцев назад +21

      ​@@wheresmycoffee8998I'm very sorry for your loss. You did a great job learning how to groom him. Run free beyond the rainbow bridge 🌈

    • @amyralls6218
      @amyralls6218 10 месяцев назад +9

      ​@@wheresmycoffee8998I'm so very sorry for your loss.

    • @lucklessluce557
      @lucklessluce557 10 месяцев назад

      @wheresmycoffee8998 I'm so sorry for your loss

    • @winnieo6837
      @winnieo6837 10 месяцев назад +4

      That’s what I do for my poodle in between groomer appointments.

  • @annetteschmitz646
    @annetteschmitz646 10 месяцев назад +287

    Maya is gorgeous! I personally don't like the show line look, I can't imagine why they are bred to look like that when it prevents them from doing the job they were supposed to do. German Shepards have always been one of my favorite breeds and I hope the working line will become more popular in the future!

    • @imdone8645
      @imdone8645 10 месяцев назад +58

      yea especially since they are more prone to hip issues :(

    • @susanfender307
      @susanfender307 10 месяцев назад +71

      I completely agree- form should enhance function, not hinder. See also brachycephalic breeds like pugs and bulldogs- I love the bully 'tude, but not health issues.

    • @kutanra
      @kutanra 10 месяцев назад +51

      ​@@susanfender307There's a breeder who has managed to reverse the squash on their French Bulldog line and they look so much cuter!

    • @tianamarie989
      @tianamarie989 10 месяцев назад +5

      ​@@kutanrareally? Do you have a link?

    • @tegueggu
      @tegueggu 10 месяцев назад +2

      @@tianamarie989multiple breeders do that.

  • @meltcmelinda4012
    @meltcmelinda4012 10 месяцев назад +168

    Having been owned by three German Shepherds over a period of 41years, the temperament is key to what an owner is looking for in a Shepherd. Meya is one beautiful long hair Shepherd. All three of our Shepherds were different in temperament so we had to adapt to them and we trained them for our needs, wants and sharing their lives with us humans. I wouldn't take a millions dollars for any of them as they were not dogs but teachers, protectors and lovers of humans, if they knew you. When we lost our second Shepherd, age 121/2 I just about didn't make it myself as she was our child. The only thing that kept me going was my husband seeing my heart broken said one day. lets ride up to this city about two hours from our home, I want to show you something I think you will love. Upon arriving at this home in the country we turned in the drive and first thingI saw were two Shepherds. One solid black, male, the other solid white, female, and they were the parents of some pups. I fell in love with one of the puppy, female solid black and would I not put her down. My husband bought her for me and I held her the entire trip home in my lap as she pushed her beautiful soft furry body into my arms. That was the start of a 15 year relationship that pulled me out of the depression I was lost in for months into a world filled with love that only a dog provides We lost her on New Years Eve 2020.
    As for grooming, we did everything from bath to brushing, training, playing, you name it , we shared it with them. They traveled with us on our vacations or we stayed home to enjoy the time.

    • @michelledml3162
      @michelledml3162 10 месяцев назад +24

      I started crying as I was reading this because I too lost my beautiful GS named Boss and took to my bed for 3 weeks. I have loved all my dogs both before and after him, but he was and always will be the best dog I ever had. So, I understand your suffering over the loss and the depression that can follow.

    • @trb2888
      @trb2888 10 месяцев назад +11

      What a lovely story. Thanks for sharing it with us.

    • @meltcmelinda4012
      @meltcmelinda4012 10 месяцев назад +16

      @@michelledml3162 thank you sharing your story of Boss. What a testament of his life and love he and you shared. Animals can truly make us better people and loving them as they guide us in our lives.

    • @megmucklebones7538
      @megmucklebones7538 10 месяцев назад +9

      Bless you and all your past and future dogs. I'm sadly not lucky enough to have one of these beauties, I would treat my dog like a king or queen, but alas I have no money or the space for one. It's looking like I would have to win the lottery, which I would give it all for just one dog.

    • @pamelaj.betz-baron2420
      @pamelaj.betz-baron2420 10 месяцев назад +4

      ​@@megmucklebones7538 ((HUGS))

  • @donquixote1502
    @donquixote1502 10 месяцев назад +84

    She behaved very well. Her little "reaction" came after being handled for some time. She was very open with her reaction, she did not want to bite. I had a longhaired GSD as my k-9 partner, and a better dog has I never met.

  • @stephgreen3070
    @stephgreen3070 10 месяцев назад +29

    Oh man. When she was on the drying table, shook and a chunk of her coat flew out lol! She delicately sniffed at it as if to say “well, ok…Maybe I do need a groom after all.” Lovely dog🦮

  • @chantristrammell6088
    @chantristrammell6088 10 месяцев назад +112

    She looked so defeated in the after shot, I know she was tired but she looked soooo much better. Thank you for the work you put in, especially on difficult pets.

  • @clairstrange4362
    @clairstrange4362 10 месяцев назад +353

    I’m looking forward to the course. I have a 17 year old shihtzu who can no longer be groomed at the groomers. So a course on what correct tools to use (such as a brush to brush a dog with wavy hair) to do it without stressing Daisy out. Thanks for all you do, Vanessa.

    • @JAYDOG1337A
      @JAYDOG1337A 10 месяцев назад +28

      Wow, that's one old dog, you must take good care of it.

    • @clairstrange4362
      @clairstrange4362 10 месяцев назад +8

      @@JAYDOG1337A yup. It’s amazing!!

    • @21_f_aus
      @21_f_aus 10 месяцев назад +18

      My boy was 17 he passed away over 6mths ago when he passed he was 6months away from turning 18

    • @allanramusiewicz996
      @allanramusiewicz996 10 месяцев назад +15

      @@21_f_ausGod Bless You and Your Boy I Can’t even Imagine How Much You Miss him ❤️‍🩹♥️

    • @CosmoQueen2900
      @CosmoQueen2900 10 месяцев назад +12

      Holy crap 17??? I know your pup must be living the good life with ya'll to have gotten to such an age.

  • @BobbieJeanM
    @BobbieJeanM 10 месяцев назад +258

    She is beautiful in the after pictures and looks much happier once she is outside. “Don’t even think about it” is something my dog has heard quite a few times! 👍💕😉

    • @leighrate
      @leighrate 10 месяцев назад +19

      And they are about as stoppable as a 3 year old in their Sunday best who's just seen a puddle...

    • @wwhb4780
      @wwhb4780 10 месяцев назад +4

      Yep, seems to have the same meaning in every conceivable dog language 😀

    • @allared9008
      @allared9008 10 месяцев назад +5

      That before and after transformation was incredible! Such a pretty lady.

  • @Wildflower1013
    @Wildflower1013 10 месяцев назад +269

    I love the curly bits of fur on Maya's back that don't lay flat haha soooo adorable! Your new course will be good for all pet owners! Even if someone doesn't necessarily want to groom themselves, it will teach them what a good groomer should and shouldn't be doing, and what to ask for when going to the groomers.

    • @alexisgrunden1556
      @alexisgrunden1556 10 месяцев назад +20

      Maya got babysat by a cow as a pup, it's clear...and the babysitter included bathtime~😂

    • @ferretyluv
      @ferretyluv 10 месяцев назад +8

      They’re called cowlicks.

    • @Treebranch_
      @Treebranch_ 10 месяцев назад +2

      my doggo got those after his first visit to the groomers. didn't understand why his fur changed (still don't, exactly. just assuming it's normal.) @ferretyluv glad to know what those are now

  • @blackwingrose
    @blackwingrose 10 месяцев назад +35

    This video is a good example of the benefits of working regularly with the same groomer; Vanessa knew precisely how Maya reacted to things and was able to handle her to the best of both their comfort and safety.

  • @CallMeKes
    @CallMeKes 10 месяцев назад +22

    One of the MANY things I love about this channel is how Girl with the dogs (Vanessa?) is so patient and understanding of animals that might otherwise be considered aggressive. Even dogs that ARE aggressive! She's so wonderful to them.

  • @tjs114
    @tjs114 10 месяцев назад +27

    There was a group of grooming shops where I grew up that during the summer offered a 5 night course on 'basic home grooming for your dog.' They focused on how to properly give your dog a bath, how to dry them and how to brush out coats and how to properly trim nails and dewclaws. The idea was if people did the basic grooming, they wouldn't need to go to the groomer as often. This was the 1970s and my parents paid for the class so i could learn to take care of our Samoyed/Cocker Spaniel mix. He was a tap dancer that sang the ancestral song of the unhappy wet cotton ball. Ever towel dry a Samoyed? Yeah. It did however save us a ton of money because he got brushed every day and a bath every month - or more if needed.

  • @joewright2304
    @joewright2304 10 месяцев назад +43

    It really wasn't until the end that her doggie timer began to run out. She really is a good tempered pooch. Y'all did a great job!

  • @filsh8546
    @filsh8546 10 месяцев назад +46

    I love the idea of a course. My 15 year old Shih Tzu is becoming stubborn, and I’m afraid that the groomer is going to have a harder time with him. I bathed him last week, and he was so difficult with me when he’s never misbehaved during a bath before! He also has arthritis and hip issues and I know waiting around in the groomer’s kennel is stressful. I’ve been toying with the idea of doing the grooming myself so this could not come at a better time.

  • @devildog17013
    @devildog17013 10 месяцев назад +40

    Maya is a beautiful dog. While my personal preference is for working line shepherds, I do like the temperament of the show line.

  • @rose.g.
    @rose.g. 10 месяцев назад +4

    You could save that fur for birds and squirrels to make their nests. It'll keep squirrels from tearing up patio furniture cushions, etc. You can also make "Cheingora" yarn from the undercoat.

  • @lorettacarroll6015
    @lorettacarroll6015 10 месяцев назад +6

    I remember you mentioning a show line before and how that affects their back and hips (and I am sure internal organs as well).

  • @HolldollMcG
    @HolldollMcG 3 месяца назад +2

    What a lovely lady! I know it's a tough process for an old dog to be groomed, but I'm sure she felt loads better being clean and matt-free. You always show such patience and compassion with the the animals you groom, and it's inspiring!

  • @agiles6483
    @agiles6483 10 месяцев назад +68

    I love how you adapt your grooming plan to the dog, the breed, their behavior, age, etc. especially when you have groomed that dog previously. I have learned so much from all of your videos, but the long form is especially instructional.

  • @leese.23
    @leese.23 10 месяцев назад +80

    I love the pep talks that you give the doggies before you bathe them. How exciting about the classes I don't have a dog right now but I am a dog lover!😊

  • @khfan4life365
    @khfan4life365 10 месяцев назад +21

    My grandparents had a long haired German Shepherd. His name was Rusty. Tolerated kid but preferred to be around adults. He was a beauty. Long haired German Shepherds look very majestic, just like Zeus and Maya did.

  • @Smannellites
    @Smannellites 10 месяцев назад +16

    I must say that I am surprised that the "showline" variation of the GS breed is allowed to persist, knowing the health, joint and mobility issues that they have.

    • @brynnmacflynn
      @brynnmacflynn 10 месяцев назад +8

      I mean, knowing that French Bulldogs are still allowed to be bred, nothing is surprising sadly.

    • @Smannellites
      @Smannellites 10 месяцев назад +3

      @@brynnmacflynn We've always adopted crossbreed rescue dogs, because we object to the unhealthy inbreeding that occurs. My sister had a black lab, supposedly from a reputable breeder, that from puppyhood had terrible joint problems and dermatitis - all known risks of this breed.

    • @brynnmacflynn
      @brynnmacflynn 10 месяцев назад +3

      @@Smannellites Same--all my pets have been rescue mutts extraordinaire. However, if I were getting an animal for a job, I'd definitely be going with a well-bred if not pure-bred animal.

  • @michaelbland7086
    @michaelbland7086 10 месяцев назад +19

    I have a 13 year old Maltese that was a breeder dog that inherited after my mom passed. I’ve started grooming her every two weeks as I can’t find a groomer in HI accepting new clients. I’ve learned quite a bit from your vlogs and now actually not giving her bad haircuts. Maintaining her every two weeks is a lot better then waiting 2 months as her coat grows so fast. I’ve especially learned about how important maintaining the paw pads are. Many thanks!

  • @jaer492
    @jaer492 10 месяцев назад +38

    Love the idea of a course, we used to groom one of our dogs at home and one at the groomers. Just because you can do it at home doesnt mean you always want to, as we learned groomers are in fact worth their weight in gold. Beautiful Maya reminded me so much of my senior girl (although she was much much smaller)

  • @jennstewart3003
    @jennstewart3003 10 месяцев назад +8

    She absolutely lost 1/3 of herself with the groom. No wonder she looks so disappointed lol. Great job Vanessa. It's a testament to your handling and relationship with Maya that she's actually pretty well mannered for a cranky old lady.

  • @BeautyMonster1000
    @BeautyMonster1000 10 месяцев назад +24

    She's absolutely gorgeous and the fabulous grooming job brings that out!

  • @meridithg.42
    @meridithg.42 10 месяцев назад +8

    "Nasty Critter" is a hilarious name for deep-cleaning shampoo.

  • @HelenCamile63
    @HelenCamile63 10 месяцев назад +2

    She was so cooperative despite clearly being unhappy. Sweet beautiful girl ❤

  • @Marina__rp
    @Marina__rp 10 месяцев назад +7

    Maya's face on "after" picture is simply priceless 😂

  • @ncwordman
    @ncwordman 10 месяцев назад +17

    Two and a half hours! Maya was so good for such a length of time. She must be able to tell that you're on her side. :)

  • @deawinter
    @deawinter 10 месяцев назад +11

    Excited for the course!! My mom owns a chowchow. She’s a difficult groom at the best of times, and my mom and I are the people she’s most comfortable with, so I think learning to do it at home would be good for all of us.

  • @ladyjustice1474
    @ladyjustice1474 10 месяцев назад +32

    Maya looks majestic before and after her groom. You can see she's a sweet pup. Her owners did a beautiful job.

  • @jeanetteroye2525
    @jeanetteroye2525 10 месяцев назад +15

    🤩. I am a pet sitter, not a groomer. I love ❤️ watching your grooming videos. Your care and transformation are a joy 🤩

  • @morganlafae1882
    @morganlafae1882 10 месяцев назад +39

    I simply love German Shepherds. Never had one myself, but have been around several. Wonderful, loyal dogs especially when they're properly trained.
    Enjoy your channel! Blessings to you and yours.

  • @MelaniePoparad
    @MelaniePoparad 10 месяцев назад +9

    She’s a beauty! She looks fantastic. It’s always interesting to see how we often get used to the doggos getting unkempt. Then we get smashed in the face with the transformation! I love it.

  • @TheRealWaYyy
    @TheRealWaYyy 10 месяцев назад +6

    Your voice is so therapeutic I could listen to u all day

  • @argowibowo7968
    @argowibowo7968 10 месяцев назад +3

    My first dog in the 70s was a long haired show line shepherd. Without fail she would wait for me in the front yard everytime I cameback from school. At that time groomers were few and far between, so I had to bathe her myself everytime. Maya brought back all the fond memories I had with her. Thank you.

  • @nestrior7733
    @nestrior7733 10 месяцев назад +4

    What a gorgeous German Shedder, absolutely adore her.

  • @lynnejohnston8922
    @lynnejohnston8922 10 месяцев назад +13

    What absolutely beautiful dog Maya is she looks so happier in the after picture and one she got outside I absolutely love long haired German shepherd dog's..I would like to take the time out to appreciate all the hard work that Vanessa put's into grooming all these awesome Dog's and Cat's as well Vanessa always does a absolutely fantastic job and I would like to take the time out to thank Vanessa from all the Dog's and Cat's that can't say it for themselves. Vanessa you are absolutely amazing..👍🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏻💯👏👏

  • @bevalexander5897
    @bevalexander5897 10 месяцев назад +6

    What a stunning dog! I worked with a GSD in Iraq that I thought was the best looking Shepherd that I had ever seen. But, Maya has him beat. She is stunning!

  • @denisegallant149
    @denisegallant149 10 месяцев назад +14

    I loved the expression on her face at the beginning of the bath. I think you were either saying "she is very good" or "she is very dorty". Either way , she had the "I dont think so look" on her face. Dogs are so expressive

  • @undisclosedmemoirs1567
    @undisclosedmemoirs1567 10 месяцев назад +20

    I have to say that I learned A LOT by watching your videos and not just about the grooming process but also regarding all the different breeds of dogs and cats. My dog is a german shepard and Estrela Mountain Dog mix (it's a portuguese breed) and is eleven years old. I could never quite understand at what temperature the water should be to make the bath part more confortable for her. Sometimes i'm afraid I am burning her or freezing her to death. She became quite calm the more i groomed her and started taking tips from your videos (although she silently becomes a spider and climbs the walls) but i'm always afraid i am doing something wrong that may be stressing her.... I am happy that you are going to start a course for this, it's going to be so helpful to a lot of people!

  • @barbarawoodhouse5514
    @barbarawoodhouse5514 10 месяцев назад +11

    Thanks for sharing Maya's grooming appointment with us. She is a beauty.

  • @glengamble526
    @glengamble526 10 месяцев назад +2

    Someone should invent a booth dogs can step into that blows war air from all sides, thus drying them quicker. Build a comfortable hatch for their head to stick out of and voila…it keeps them in place and does the trick with less fuss.

  • @monicaleanos5874
    @monicaleanos5874 10 месяцев назад +17

    Thank you much for offering the grooming class! We have been doing it ourselves for a few years now and we're so exited to learn how to do it properly! You're so awesome GWTD....

  • @shauxuhrwilsongrim
    @shauxuhrwilsongrim 10 месяцев назад +20

    We used to have a show line german shepherd about 15 years ago. She still had a slight curve on her back, but it was not nearly as noticeable as they have now. She was the bestest dog ever, she was there before I was born so I got to grow my early years with her. Of course I was still so young when she passed and I still miss her, but I wouldn't change it for the world.
    While I would love to have a german shepherd, basically all registered reputable work line breeders want the new owners to do some sort of sport regularly with them, and I'm not quite ready for all of that. And the health issues are why I don't want a show line german shepherd.
    An option would be to get an adult from the work line, that's maybe more laid back. But that would be like searching for a needle in a haystack. Not to mention that they would have to be fine with cats and other dogs.
    I'm currently doing research on other shepherd-type dog breeds to find one that would fit my lifestyle and that would be as healthy as I can find. I'm also reading about other type of dogs, but I have the most experience with shepherds.
    (I'm also looking at rescues, but the issue about being compatible with my lifestyle and other animals still stands.)

    • @MM-jf1me
      @MM-jf1me 10 месяцев назад

      Have you found any other breeds that have made your shortlist?

    • @twoglcox
      @twoglcox 10 месяцев назад +2

      Check out Anotolian shepards. Breed yo protect sheep in Turkey. Raised with the lambs, large dogs, gen t le but fearless and protective of their flock

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@twoglcoxthey do well with cats, too

    • @ferelith-NZ
      @ferelith-NZ 10 месяцев назад

      King Shepherd maybe?

    • @shauxuhrwilsongrim
      @shauxuhrwilsongrim 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@twoglcox @ferelith-NZ thanks for the suggestions, I've read about them both before but sadly we don't have them in my country.

  • @KayXoXo4
    @KayXoXo4 10 месяцев назад +2

    Shes sweet even when she smiled at the brush lol. Like she did want to bite but didn't at the same time lol. She wants to tear it up but not tear you up. What a beauty 😍 both are some gorgeous gorgeous baby's 😍 cant wait to see his groom.

    • @bamagirl9930
      @bamagirl9930 10 месяцев назад +1

      Smiled. I like that. I guess my GSD smiles too. Lol

    • @KayXoXo4
      @KayXoXo4 10 месяцев назад

      @bamagirl9930 mine smiles sometimes too 🤣🤣 mostly at new people.

  • @Clavel688
    @Clavel688 10 месяцев назад +3

    My beautiful and never forgotten boy was a long haired German Shepherd. He hated bath, but loved the brushing. Sweet memories...

  • @anacarpenter9254
    @anacarpenter9254 10 месяцев назад +24

    Magnificent Maia. The calming down process before her grooming and keeping Maia calm step by step
    is incredible. Yourself as a dog groomer, have an extremely pleasant nature that appeals to the dog owners the dogs themselves. What a career. A beauty Spa however often, would be rewarding for the dog
    groomer. Hint hint. ❤😊

  • @victoriakraft6055
    @victoriakraft6055 10 месяцев назад +18

    Maya was a good girl. It’s exhausting for elderly dogs to have grooming done 💜🙏🌈

  • @murphala
    @murphala 10 месяцев назад +17

    I was just this moment trying to cut my cockalier because I couldn’t find a grooming appointment until July… and turned on your video to get a look at your clippers and watch your technique more closely… and as if you were my fairy dogmother granting a wish, you announced the course! Thank you! I can’t wait to learn more, but I’m afraid Phoebe will have to endure a hack job in the meantime! 😊

  • @asleepyb0i400
    @asleepyb0i400 10 месяцев назад +13

    Maya was so incredibly patient and sweet during that whole grooming- even though she made it obvious she didn’t appreciate the pulling. She deserves all the treats! I totally get the not-enjoying brushing bit through experience, as my 16 y/o kitty is the same way. Sassy will fight me tooth and nail every time I try brushing her, and we’ve gone through so many combs and brushes to try and find the one she’d like. Of course, none suited her, so it’s come down to her arthritis and sensitive skin being the cause behind her dislike for brushing. Still doesn’t help the fact that I almost always come out of those battles with bites and scratches.
    While I get Sassy not liking her brushing, my 6 m/o rabbit has no excuses 😒 Cloud always wants to be exploring and finding places to squeeze into, so brushing and nail clipping is on the bottom of the things he likes to do. Doesn’t help that he acts like a 16 y/o boy with a chip on his shoulder, but yeah- the concept of brushing just seems to repel my furbabies.

  • @aetherislife4060
    @aetherislife4060 10 месяцев назад +7

    Oh my god as a person who has an extremely anxious dog who doesn’t get any less anxious on medication and has been rejected by a multitude of groomers being told that she will probably have to go under anesthesia to be groomed by someone else I’m so grateful that you are putting out a course to show people how to groom their pets I have been trying to learn so this is really awesome thank you so much for doing something like that so excited for it to come out!!

    • @johncspine2787
      @johncspine2787 9 месяцев назад

      Human medications (Prozac and trazodone esp) are not the answer in dogs..they can let the animals natural inhibitions go free and actually make them more bitey than before, or at least that’s what I saw with my GF’s dog..come to think about it, those drugs didn’t do my GF any good either, lol..

  • @GB-yv5qk
    @GB-yv5qk 10 месяцев назад +1

    I just love, love, love German Shepherds. My German Shepherd called Mia passed away December 2022 and I’m still grieving. Washing and brushing brings back memories as Mia hated anything to do with hygiene 🙂😍

  • @jimflinchbaugh335
    @jimflinchbaugh335 10 месяцев назад +1

    Coated shepherds are just stunning animals!

  • @milivojkaninkovic8811
    @milivojkaninkovic8811 10 месяцев назад +1

    German shepherds are just perfect

  • @toomanyhobbies2011
    @toomanyhobbies2011 10 месяцев назад +5

    Whoever decided to breed Shepherds with short hind legs, caused a lot of pain and suffering which I've seen firsthand.

  • @amyralls6218
    @amyralls6218 10 месяцев назад +2

    Such a beautiful dog!! My toy poodle has a problem standing for a couple of hours getting bathed and groomed. I think it can just get exhausting for them to pretty much stand in one place for so long. I typically groom her face last because I can do her face with her sitting or laying down, so she can "rest" when I'm doing that! Of course, I'm bathing and grooming her at home, so I don't have the fancy belly bands, etc. that you have!

  • @alyssajakielek687
    @alyssajakielek687 10 месяцев назад +4

    I have a good friend who has one.. I only hope she'll eventually be this calm (The dog, my friend is usually pretty calm... the floof is however a bit of a demon child)

  • @amixeblu
    @amixeblu 10 месяцев назад +3

    My GSD had hip dysplasia. It comes with the breed, due to this kind of breeding, unfortunately. No issues until she was 4 years old, though. We walked and ran her each day (walked/ran next to my disability scooter). She was fine for quite some time.

  • @susangarland6869
    @susangarland6869 10 месяцев назад +5

    I'm so there with the grooming course. Could you please, please include a detailed section (with diagrams) on nail clipping? Especially for black nails? Please?

  • @JerzCe73
    @JerzCe73 10 месяцев назад +1

    THEY ARE SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! I LOVE GERMAN SHEPHERDS!!!!!!!

  • @gilliantague
    @gilliantague 10 месяцев назад +4

    Maya looks so much like my Papa's dog I grew up with! His name was Cato and he would let me ride on his back. He was the best dog and I still miss him decades later. ❤

  • @maylinerosario3885
    @maylinerosario3885 10 месяцев назад +2

    We had a "straight back" German Shepherd and she was literally saint. Very low energy but fierce protecting the family. We can still find her fur around since she could shed a lot all year long due to our climate. But she was constantly brushed and bathed when the temperatures were not her liking.
    And you can barely feel her all her 107lbs of power until she had enough LOL

  • @denisecraftylady238
    @denisecraftylady238 10 месяцев назад +3

    What a sweet girl maya is 💕

  • @oceanannika
    @oceanannika 10 месяцев назад +2

    It would be so interesting to hear your opinions on all the common dog breeds and what health problems you've encountered with each breed

  • @mariehansen2534
    @mariehansen2534 10 месяцев назад +4

    Beautiful dog and I guess as we get older, the tolerance levels get lower, she wasn't too bad though. I loved it when she said " don't go there ", I know she didn't say it people, but it was appropriate for the time.
    Its a lovely process to watch, when they are behaved. Take care.

  • @BobbieJeanM
    @BobbieJeanM 10 месяцев назад +19

    I’m excited about your new grooming tutorial because I want to be able to keep my dog clean with a nicely clipped coat myself. Can’t wait! I figure the cost will equal out eventually in saved grooming fees that are currently every 5 weeks. 👍💕

  • @linuxwitch
    @linuxwitch 10 месяцев назад +3

    I also have a nine year old longhair GSD rescue girl! The amount of fur they blow is staggering! She’ll actually jump into the tub when she wants a bath... I’m guessing that’s not too common? 😂 I still get Teh DrAmA Teef and commentary when brushing the epic butt fluff.

    • @QUICKBOOKS1
      @QUICKBOOKS1 10 месяцев назад +2

      THANK YOU. Ours used to sit in the Walk-In Shower, and, tall us when he wanted a shower. He would sniff himself, and, then head straight for the shower.

  • @deborahstone2616
    @deborahstone2616 10 месяцев назад +5

    Aww 🥰 what a good girl Maya is. My German Shepherd ran out of the bathroom and hid under the table with his first bath. Love the way you use the scissors to texture her fur. Very professional 😁

  • @subtropical1228
    @subtropical1228 10 месяцев назад +2

    she is GORGEOUS

  • @tammyhughes7497
    @tammyhughes7497 10 месяцев назад +5

    You are so patient and your relationship with each dog shows how caring you are and have their best interest at heart. Ensuring they are comfortable after you have groomed them.

  • @thorild69
    @thorild69 10 месяцев назад +1

    Breathtaking, gorgeous, and sweet as candy!
    She is the goodest girl!

  • @claireangier3322
    @claireangier3322 7 месяцев назад +1

    She's a beautiful girl! ❤

  • @fatcat1399
    @fatcat1399 10 месяцев назад +2

    SO FLUFFY🥹

  • @Canuckmom128
    @Canuckmom128 10 месяцев назад +5

    Maya is certainly magnificent - even more so after her Spa day. Love watching your interactions with your clients, Vanessa - you are so tuned in to their character and movements. Maya was getting a little testy near the end, but you handled her beautifully. She looks stunning in her after photo.

  • @Yverian
    @Yverian 10 месяцев назад +2

    I had one, she was gorgeous. I lost her Halloween before last. She was well loved but always difficult. The Vets had to sedate her to clip her nails, but I loved her to pieces.

  • @VibinWitch
    @VibinWitch 10 месяцев назад +1

    I had no idea german sheps could have long fluffy fur that looks that beautiful in the light. Her browns are nearly golden in the setting sunlight

  • @daedubois9428
    @daedubois9428 10 месяцев назад +1

    German Shepherds are beautiful dogs

  • @noturcinderella
    @noturcinderella 10 месяцев назад +1

    Oh that pet grooming course is going to make a great Christmas gift for my family members. We are all animal lovers so learning more about it will be welcomed by all of us!

  • @margodphd
    @margodphd 10 месяцев назад +1

    She's beautiful - I hope her back legs continue to carry her trough years without trouble and pain :(

  • @ferretyluv
    @ferretyluv 10 месяцев назад +4

    I wish you’d use the undercoat rake, fur nozzle, and equigroomer more often. It’s so satisfying seeing all the fur come out.

  • @katej2284
    @katej2284 Месяц назад +1

    She's gorgeous

  • @ositagordita8550
    @ositagordita8550 10 месяцев назад +1

    Maya behaved like an angel.

  • @aetherfloats
    @aetherfloats 10 месяцев назад +5

    I love her little cowlicks on her back. So cute! Also, what a good girl! Only a few small "nips" that were really only warnings... she's very well trained.

  • @karlar534
    @karlar534 10 месяцев назад +1

    She looks so happy on the before pic. The after pic she looked tired defeated. 😅

  • @heatherk.9937
    @heatherk.9937 10 месяцев назад +1

    It always amazed me with my mals, for a breed that loves to get sloppy they generally hate being bathed and groomed. This girl is definitely the exception. ❤

  • @rebeccac33
    @rebeccac33 10 месяцев назад +2

    A course for how to groom your dog at home is a WONDERFUL IDEA!!
    Cheers to a successful new business venture.

  • @barbarajean7208
    @barbarajean7208 10 месяцев назад +1

    She looks so annoyed in the after photo! She did very well for her age and tolerance level. What a beautiful girl!

  • @stevelambert6404
    @stevelambert6404 10 месяцев назад +4

    GSD'S are gorgeous ❤️

  • @hopemasike531
    @hopemasike531 10 месяцев назад +2

    Maya looks like she has hip problems and would profit from physical therapy. This is not meant to be a put down in any way. I have adopted a GS myself, he is only 4 years old and already has hip & elbow dysplasia. Unfortunately, joint diseases are common among GS. Also, when you filmed her back from above you can see that her lower back is quite slim and might not have the muscle tone to support her joints better.

  • @CristinaF210
    @CristinaF210 10 месяцев назад +4

    you are incredible with these angels, you really are, and trying to teach people to groom shows how much you care

  • @lindawatts5102
    @lindawatts5102 10 месяцев назад +1

    She was such a good girl bless her

  • @oliveyule
    @oliveyule 10 месяцев назад +1

    What a pretty and well behaved girl

  • @reynacaraveo1536
    @reynacaraveo1536 10 месяцев назад +2

    Can’t wait to see Zeus’ video! I have a king German shepherd who gets groomed at home every 8 weeks and I’ve learned how to do so by watching your videos. 2.5 groom is accurate lol the proper tools are a must!