I own 6 Siberian huskies who all came from a racing line breeder. I actively mush with them, and it makes all the difference. Training them requires building a strong relationship with them and their pack mates. Sibes are my breed of choice, and I totally agree with this video. Working dogs should do the work they were intended to do.
Yes ! It's a bad thing to get a working dog and let them go mental because they can't do what they were bred to do . Not fair and demonstrates ignorence of the human .
Most people shouldn't be allowed to own a working/fighting/bait dog breed. Sorry, not sorry. The fact that a 90lb grandma can just go to a shelter and leave with a Pitbull, a 110 Cane Corso or a 135lb Rottweiler is deranged. They should be required to undergo a months long course and pass a series of tests if they want a dog that's capable (and more likely than most) of killing a human being.
@@SaltNBattery Actually Grandma can exercise these dogs very well with a little thought. I'm disabled and have an Akita. My mode of transport is mobility scooter, which is absolutely perfect for walking dogs. My 10 year old dog is very healthy and most people are very surprised when they hear his age. He's incredibly fit!
Obviously that's not going to work for very many people. In any event, work is supposed to be profitable in some way, right? Otherwise, it's just recreation. Outside the wilderness (and you know quite well Siberians are not used much at the Iditarod, which is currently threatened by climate change and animal rights activism)--there are people making a pretty good side-hustle from RUclips videos starring their Huskies. And I have to say, those dogs seem healthy, happy, highly stimulated. They have adapted to civilization, and its many comforts. But they require endless attention, and keeping one cooped up alone all day would not work. Let's be realistic, please. Most serious mushers don't use Siberian Huskies at all anymore, and the breed would go extinct if people didn't keep them as pure pets, desired not only for their beauty but their ebullient yet moody personalities. Not so much polar as bi-polar. You see what I did there.
My oldest son and his GF adopted a young Husky/German Shepherd mix from a shelter last year. I warned him that, not only is that gonna be a high-energy dog, but it will be smarter than you + GF and more argumentative than me! He listened, has worked with this dog, and now has a deep, compassionate understanding of what she needs to thrive, which she is doing. I'm glad for all of their sakes!
I'm a retired disabled U.S. Marine on his second English Labrador Retriever as my service dog. I attend a 4-month course with Veterans K-9 Solutions. The breed is an excellent velcro dog.
Velcro dogs are the best breed! German Shepherds are also Velcro dogs although the downside is that I’ve never used the bathroom without an escort in oh…30 years or so! 🇬🇧🫶🇺🇸
Brittanies are fantastic velcro dogs, but they're much more parasitic than labs! they're like siblings, barely altruistic at all, very needy even though they're very sweet. It is nice though. My sister is currently fostering a veteran's service lab while they are in surgery rehab, and that S O B is almost supernatural. He's actually teaching their 1yo mix to be a service dog just by being himself, it's crazy.
I appreciate the honesty about huskies. I just adopted my second dog after losing my first to cancer, and he's a 100% pure husky. Any husky owner who says they don't care about looks at all is lying. I was definitely drawn to his soft fluffy coat and expressive eyes. However I also previously owned a husky mix and did a ton of research before bringing him home. All that being said- I don't think any amount of research will actually prepare you for how neurotic (most of) these dogs are! We take him on two ~3 mile walks a day and play with him for hours or so in our yard and he still gets antsy when he's inside. We are still learning to help him get his energy out, and we're committed to providing him with the life he needs but it is hard. The one silver lining is that he's extraordinarily food motivated so training him has actually been pretty easy so far! He walks beautifully on a leash and knows lots of commands, we haven't had much trouble getting him to listen and engage with us either, the biggest issue is getting him to settle down and be calm in the house but we're making progress on that as well. It takes a lot of time, patience, and understanding but we're getting there. Definitely not the breed for everyone though- huskies are a huge commitment that people need to be prepared for before getting one.
There is a group near me that go dry land mushing it’s like dogs pulling a sledge but they’re more like go carts the majority of them are huskies but some are GSD or husky cross breeds. Definitely worth looking into if you have huskies it’s giving them exactly what they desire and you can see how much the dogs love it.
Have you heard of Bikejoring/Canicross? I tried bikejoring with both my dogs and they love it! Basically the dog pulls a bike and it’s great for exercise and tons of fun
@@thisexists6588 yes! I am working on getting him used to walking beside my bike and stopping/slowing down on command, I think soon I will be able to hook him up to it and let him run with it! Just want to make sure he's able to stop and turn when we need to so I don't accidentally end up in a bush haha
Anyone who gets a dog pretty or ugly likes their looks its not just Huskies. My brother has huskies alwayx has. They have also eaten through drywall at times. He is retired now and has 3.
As someone who loves dachshunds and has been around them since literally day 1 (I'm not joking, my mother brought newborn me home from the hospital and laid me on her bed and her elderly dachshund, W.B., climbed up, sniffed me, then lay down beside me and acted as my personal bodyguard until he passed of old age). I lost my last one to cancer last year (fuck cancer btw). I really do adore the breed, their bravery and tenacity and how they bond so hard with 'their' person, but I will also agree that they are stubborn little shits who require specialized care and equipment to keep their backs healthy. And the aggression is on point, even the calmest, most gentle dachshunds could have a trigger that sets them off. My last boy, Jake, was like that. He was calm and quiet and gentle, and was super popular at little league baseball with kids because he was so relaxed out in public. He did great with kids. Perfectly okay with other dogs. His best friend was a cat (who I still have). I've seen him fall asleep in a pen full of chickens. But something about ducks...
Totally understand the duck thing...... they are vicious little things that scare the h..... out of me..... 😉🤣 And I'm normally not afraid of any sort of animals..... not even spiders or snakes..... 😂
Dachshunds are the only breed that has attacked me. I have been bitten by Dachshunds many times. Their claws do more damage their claws actually broke my skin. Also many a dachshund got punted by my boot.
You are correct about the challenge of training Dachshunds. If you can do that AND provide them with running exercise, they are among the friendliest and fun dogs. Do not let them over eat; their spines don't do well with the extra weight.
From the list I only know the Dachshund but I don't think they are a real challenge. They are quite common here in Germany and IMO as difficult as every hunting dog, a little bit stubborn maybe. But it's a real dog, not a toy. You have to take them serious right from the beginning otherwise you will run into trouble. Problem is maybe more on the I want a toy dog side, but it's a working dog.
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@@streetcoder76 I agree, they're not much different from any independant working line terriers or small farm dog breeds. Problem is alot of old widows get these dogs for the company and treat them like lapdogs turning them into destructive and anxiety filled wrecks.
@@streetcoder76 Agreed! I also think a lot of bad breeding has ruined the breed's trait. I like that they need proper exercise and mental stimulation. They're like big dogs in little bodies. Mine love hiking, long walks, and training. Very much working dog temperaments.
Lost my rescued Shar Pei last January, she came with many issues, some we never conquered...It was a decade of joy, but my goodness she was hard work.I miss her buckets.
I have a male Maltese and he's 1 year old I'm 67 and he needs training. He's a sweet loving little guy.but he wants to attack people who walk past the window. He needs to be in a yard with some friends. Do you want teddybear? He's adorable
Hi I had a Shar Pei as a owner return to the breeder at one years of age. She was an easy sensitive loyal but standoffish with other BUT dog friendly sweet girl The only issue where allergies. I easily fixed the skin with diet but the ear infection where always a problem. Honestly she was my favorite dog.
We have a husky because someone had to re-home him. Third and final family. He was scared and sad. Within a short amount of time he warmed up and realized he was home for good. He had been trained in a very harsh way. The shock collar was at the highest level. We even took a lesson from the trainer. She shocked him so much he hid between my husband’s legs. As time went on we realized he was completely different from the stereotypical husky. He was aloof but so easy going. Played, minded (for the most part) and loved to greet mostly everybody. Fast forward 9 years later. He gets doggy day care once a week. We found the owner of ENZO’s Acres. She gave him a chance because normally huskies do not do well in those situations. He did awesome and they now have the Bandit rule. He greets all the employees first before running off to play. This doggy daycare is so special and one of a kind. This was a long post so thanks for reading. We can all go on and on about our precious animals. The truth is we are both lucky to have him as part of our family. Thank you, Bandit! You are the best!❤
My husky (Chinook) who passed last year ate my bathroom door when he decided to get stuck in the bathroom one day when I was at work. He also ate my leather couch but I still miss him.
@ I bet you do miss Chinook. It makes me tear up hearing the loss of people’s pets. Sounds like he was quite the husky! All pet owners have a few things in common. The joy of watching them grow, making them happy which makes us happy! The last thing is the pain in which they leave us too soon. There is one thing that isn’t common.Our individual memories of our wonder furry family members I am so sad to hear of your loss. I don’t believe it ever goes away. So with this I am sending you a hug. I would say when others read your message people send you the same. A hug in solidarity.❤️
I think it's the human's energy that matters more than the dog breed. Your dog is a reflection of YOU. I'm so happy you got this dog and gave him the love and understanding he needed.
Beautiful dog but he also made me laugh, a rescue but he rescued me, ten years on I have another husky, dif personality and hiccups but we all love him
Independent, willful, energetic dog-cat drama queens. You nailed it. And absolutely the most beautiful, spirited companions. I love my husky, but when she was young she (and her brother) were total banshees. They had a secret way to communicate and were the greatest escape artists I've ever known. And when they got out, they were gone gone gone. They'd come back covered in mud, absolutely blissed. Can't imagine how anyone can have a husky in an urban or suburban environment where somebody (dog or human or both) isn't losing their minds. Except for those mad energetic souls who can match a huskies need to run!
My first dog was a husky that I agreed to take, sight unseen because her previous owner was desperate to be rid of her. I lived in a suburb and had no idea what I was getting into but, I was committed to making it work. Three brisk, daily walks, a lot of games (she loved to retrieve tennis balls) and snuggling did the trick. Adding a second, third and eventually sixth dog, all other people's cast-offs, kept her mind busy. She was a beautiful dog but, that is not why I took her in.
I love this description. Honest yet the love for the breed is very evident. One of my fosters was a husky. She came to us so traumatized and you’re correct in that she was an escape artist. The trick, I found , was many, many walks. She’s now with the most amazing family and as happy as any animal deserves to be.
@@RogueWave2030 It was a case of ignorance bringing bliss. I had no experience living with a pack before and just assumed it would all work out which luckily, it did. Another of my dogs was also a husky that I pick up as a stray and kept for a few days before finding and returning her to her owner. The next day I found her sitting on my front porch. She had jumped her owner's fence and came back to my house, 1.5 miles away. Her owner was tired of her escaping and said I could keep her. She never tried to escape from here. I think she just wanted to be part of the pack.
My jack russell has been out early morning and then on the bed all cuddled next to me under the blanket against my leg. He is the SWEETEST, most expressive in a soft way do I have ever owned. I love him and only feed him cooked meat and scrambled eggs.
I am on my 2nd jack Russell Terrier. Here in South Africa, they are very popular to keep on farms. They smell everything out. They kill snakes and will even chase a lion, no joke.
my mom and I wanted a dog and when I asked her ¨what qualities do you want in a dog?¨ and she said ¨I want a dog who can sit and watch t.v with me but also likes to play and travel¨ we looked up a few breeds like that and settled on our shih-tsu mix. he is one of the smartest dogs ive ever had. shih-tsu´s are a good breed for people who just want a pet non working dog to hang out with.
Kudos to you and your mom for asking those questions and doing your research. You already know that your effort has paid off with a wonderful furry family member.
Our Daisy was the sweetest, kindest girl. She was an exceptional traveler and came with me everywhere. She was almost 17 when she passed and over 3 years on, I still talk about her and miss her everyday. I wish you and your mom many years of happiness with your special Shih Tzu. 💕
You have been honest about Sibes for as long as I've known you. I had them for over 30 years. I even showed several. I was fortunate enough to be surrounded by people who understood them. Even I wouldn't have them anymore, because I don't live where I can work them. I had read every book and hundreds of magazine articles before I got one. I agree with you, that most people don't do enough research and most backyard breeders don't have enough knowledge to ask the right questions. Or provide enough info to prospective owner. As a result, houses are damaged, dogs run away, and shelters are overwhelmed with beautiful, rejected huskies. In 33 years, I only had three litters. And people who bought puppies are still some of my best friends. So thanks for telling people the truth about them. Even I only trained them to walk on a leash, sleep in a crate, stand still to be gone over and mushing commands. 😊
It baffles me how little research people do before getting dogs, or any animal. I did a few minutes of reading on Huskies and found out they don't fit my lifestyle at all. Ended up with a Shiba Inu, as I really just wanted a cat that will go on walks with me and alert me when someone's at the house.
I have a friend who has had her heart broken many times by someone inadvertently leaving the gate partially unlatched & her husky escaped & wound up getting seriously injured in traffic. It is still her chosen breed & she still rescues them & she has the means to provide an Ideal rescue environment.
@delynndehardt1859 good for her. I have had an escape while I was out, and lost two dogs to traffic. I was gutted. But the worst was I had to go out of town to a work conference. A friend kept our two house dogs. One was a gorgeous Malamute. My friend turned him loose in a large fenced in pasture. The boy was happy, running and flopping around in the snow. Suddenly there was a crack, and he went down. A neighbor saw him and thought he was a wolf. So he shot him. Thinking he was a wolf. My dog was not on the dudes property. Plus there hadn't been a wolf in Kentucky for 200 years. We live in a crazy world.
Totally agree with your choices and totally agree with your comment that too many get a dog because of their looks rather than their personalities and needs. I really hate seeing people with 'pet' border collies but I enjoy watching them work, both in competition and out on the range. There are almost 200 breeds available today. A little research will find the perfect dog for you. I myself had malamutes for over 45 years and loved their personalities but I definitely wouldn't recommend them to everyone. Likewise the Chinese Cresteds that I've downsized to and had for the last 15 years. If I survive the one I have at present, I will probably get another ... But not for everyone.
I’ve got the best in a French mastiff/dogue de Bordeaux., beautiful, sweet, chill, remarkable trainable for a “stubborn” dog. My fourth one is a year old, so I’m in the terrible teens stage but I know in a few months, I’ll have my perfect baby boy. I adopted a boxer/pit or AmStaff a couple of weeks ago and she’s gorgeous and coming along very well.
My first dog was a dachs, thet had longer legs then,hopethat comes back. He was not scared of anything and had like you said a lot of hunting instinct. We lived a little rural and he got a least 5 hours of walking, swimming, climbing pine trees ( yes, really). Was a great dog, for those who have time for them
I love dachshunds, brilliant little dogs that get underestimated a lot. Of course, so are chihuahuas and small poodles and frenchies, and a lot of other little dogs that just get written off as "lap dogs"
We had one when I was a teenager and my dad was a hunter. They are known as The Alpine Dachsbracke (German: Alpenländische Dachsbracke) is a small breed of dog of the scent hound type originating in Austria. The Alpine Dachsbracke was bred to track wounded deer as well as boar, hare, and fox. It is highly efficient at following a trail even after it has gone cold. The Alpine Dachsbracke is very sturdy. (Wikipedia). They are very rare these days.
Living in Australia, I feel very sorry for the Huskies I see around here. Surely it's cruel to keep a dog like that in a country which never snows? Even if these dogs were running for miles every day as they've been bred to do, its just too hot most of the year. They must be so physically unhappy
@@kidstuff44555 I've had mine from the Northern United States where I couldn't stand all that snow, to Florida and several states in between. They did fine everywhere we lived. I was careful about the time of day we would have heavy outdoor play in Florida, but their vet said they were insulated with the double coat and would do just fine in the south. I live in Georgia now and Jaxon was a Florida rescue. He would fight me to not come inside, he loved to be outside in the grass. There is a video on his page of him refusing to come in. Like anything, you just have to be mindful of the weather and keep them hydrated and they can be happy in warmer climates.
@@Jaxthewonderhusky Agreed, although I live in MN so my huskies get plenty of snow. However, in the summer time all of them would lay in the sun like a cat and I would have to force them to come in when it was very hot and humid.
Hi I’m from FNQ, Aus. Most huskies up here stink. They have a big following & there’s lots of people who love them but it’s unfortunate that their loving owners don’t have the ability to balance their bills & the maintenance Husky’s require so I kind of immediately assume their coat is all gross & I’m not a fan. They demand attention so I kinda feel they can be rude & owners think it’s cute but it’s not. A lot of people are moving up here from the colder regions (which yea, makes no sense) so there’s a housing crisis & I cannot believe the amount of how do I get my dog to stop howling in shared accomodation posts. It’s tragic that people are this stupid & enjoy shaving years off their dogs life for a tropical instagram pic with their dog.
my first dog was a wolf shepherd mix. Great dog I socialized the heck out of him. I was 16. He lived to be 11 1/2. After that I researched the heck out of breeds and went from there. Alk my dogs were on the extra large size including my first one. Now I amm retired. I have an old huge bloodhound a 4 year old rough collie and a 7 month old english sheepdog. The last two are our old age dogs small enough to lift if we have to. I cant do small dogs. I have an acre and a half fenced in rural and a summer place where they can swim or run around and enough grandchildren they can play with besides us. I went with purbreds because I had a good idea of the personalities and the pros and cons if what to expect. I researched the breeders I bought from and used common sense before I bought. Never bought to breed or show. Always for pet. I spent the time to train to socialize and kept up my vet visits. Fed them well.
A well bred English Lab are sound and I've always loved working with them. Thank you for your service. My cousin and his dad were hardcore Marines and even had a dog named Jarhead
I’ve owned a kennel and daycare for almost 12 years and have personally cared for and handled over 6000 dogs. From that POV, I can totally appreciate what you are saying, especially about people getting the wrong dog based on looks. In our area, it’s the Border Collies and Aussies that are constantly put in the wrong situation - apartments, small yards, in town on streets with elementary schools, etc. From the boarding/daycare side, I sincerely wish I had set breed restrictions when I got started. I would ban hounds of any and all sizes as well as Huskies and there is a single reason. NOISE. It’s one thing to have multiple dogs barking, but add baying at ship harbor decibels and howling/yipping/singing/talking incessantly to the mix and it really makes me question my career decisions. 😂😂😂 My heart also drops when one of them gets booked. Totally get you! 👍🏼
We have a walker coonhound we board periodically and the young guy who is always there is so excited to see him every time, and at every pick up tells me he is going to miss him. Sure, he’s a vocal dog - but also so affectionate that everyone loves him.
I've had three Huskies over 30 years, two males and a female. My first was 3 months when I got him and I knew nothing about the breed. He was insanely smart and trained quickly on everything. As he aged, I called him my hall monitor because he would train my second Husky, an abused rescue girl with severe anxiety issues. She greatly benefited from her big brother's direction. My third was an abandoned rescue. I did nothing to train him, he came to me completely kennel and potty trained. He just wanted to be hugged and played with. He was Jaxon, I just lost him in January at almost 15. The love and companionship was well worth some of the training and issues that came with each. I have just rescued my fourth, a Husky Malamute mix who was 8 weeks when I got her. She is by far the hardest to train, but I know with work, she will be awesome. Huskies are not for everyone, but they are the only ones for me. 🐺❤️
@Jaxthewonderhusky I agree that huskies aren't for everyone they are extremely unique , mine is extremely intelligent and very willing to work as a partnership, his behaviour is impeccable (except recall when deer are about ) I'm careful where he goes off lead because he's got an extremely high prey drive, beautiful special dogs I love all dogs but huskies are just incredible if you have the right attitude
@juliecrowe5252 the only thing I've never done with any of mine is let them off lead. I've always lived in communities with leash laws and just too afraid of traffic and other distractions.
@Jaxthewonderhusky I'm very careful where I let mine off lead , I use a long line in forests and woodland, he's great in fields and parks , always better to be safe
On my second Shar Pei. They are super stubborn and take more patience and effort to train than most other breeds. On the flip side, a well trained and socialised shar-pei is a joy to have in the family. Super loyal, good guard dogs and entertaining makers of weird noises (snoring, snortling and purring like cats).
I totally agree with your sentiments. Our Shar Pei Ivan was the most peculiar dog we have ever been around . Very aloof even as a puppy . He was so independent. But , as the years went on, he became very loving . Yes , they do make the best sounds in the canine world. I only wish they did not have so many health issues . Lost Ivan to mast cell cancer at five years old . Rest easy little man .❤😊
I had a shar pei years ago ,rescued him as a 4,1/2 month pup he'd been neglected and I suspect beaten was offered him by owners relative I didn't really want him but when told no one wanted him and was to be put down I put him in the car and took him home gave him plenty of love and nice big yard to run around turned out to be the best guard dog I ever had ,couldn't really trust him with other people except my mum i live alone so suited me perfectly ,let him out he was alright but when in the yard behind the gate he wanted to maul enyone that came to close a couple smart arses found out the hard way very quiet dog but if he started barking or growling you new to go check it out ,had him 3 weeks short of 16 years died in his sleep in his bed dam I miss him
I have a cairn crossed with a Jack Russell terrier - omg I love him so much but the most complicated dog I’ve ever had! Very fierce, so prey driven I never let him off the lead if there are roads within a mile or so but incredibly loyal, a real softie who needs so much love and cuddles 🥰
We have a Jack Russell and Pit Bull mix. It was love at first sight. We nicknamed him Crackhead. He is the sweetest dog ever yet high energy and has a high prey drive too.
I have two cairn terriers. They are a total delight. Yes, they're stubborn and a handful, but they're funny, intelligent, and easily trained due to their food obsession. I love Jack Russells too. Terriers for life!
Cairns are the best dogs!!! I had, trained, and bred 3 litters of them. We trained many other dogs as well but Cairns are my favs. They're smart as heck but not typically destructive and I've never come across a mean 1 in all the years I've been around them. Did any of y'all get a climber? Our first female had a son that could clear a 8ft fence in roughly 3 secs when the mood took him lol. Luckily he would just wait on the other side for his owner to retrieve him (training is a must as always). His sister had a daughter that would climb the side of her owner's house up to roof so she could bark in the birds's (that she hated) faces lol. All of ours could climb but only those 2 of our line actually did regularly.
We've always had Cairns and they are fantastic. Some good training and daily long walks make them easy to live with. They want to be with you. Best dogs ever.
@lel7841 my boy loves rock climbing at the beach. One of my friend's cairn terrier climbed a tree. This tree had a low branch that he hopped on and away he went.
I’m a dachsie mom, and I absolutely love them - my guy is 9 years old and absolutely the sweetest, most loving dog I’ve ever known. He loves everyone, especially women. He’s a long haired, and I think they have a better disposition than smooth haired, who can be aloof with strangers. But yes, stubborn and not easy to house train. But what fun personalities!
Hey Will, a random Aussie here. I've been training dogs for many years. My client base is small & only through word of mouth, from previous clients. I only take on average 10 to 12 clients a year. Due to personal/physical/mental issues. A couple of my least favourite dog breeds to work with are: 1: Old English Sheep Dogs, I've only trained a hand full of them, but they seem to be problematic & stubborn, (stubbornness clash). 2: Dachshund, I agree with your analysis.100% 3: The final one is a personal preference thing. I'm very hesitant to take on training Pugs'. I'd tend to send them to other trainers. I suppose I've not had too many good experiences with training Pugs'. I just don't for a connection with Pugs'. Cheers Mate, Keep up the great work. I've seen a few of your videos & I like what I see.
I dont like working with any doodle dogs. I have worked with so many and met only one that had any sense. They all seem so dim witted and scatter brained and lots of behavior issues.
AFAIC anyone breeding Pugs should go to jail for animal abuse. Imagining intentionally breeding dogs that will get sleep apnoea & asthma by the age of 5
Honorable mention could go to the Miniature Schnauzer. An extremely cute dog, but has an attitude that is way bigger than their physical size. Will talk back, too. We rescued one as a puppy a decade ago. He has psychological problems due to early trauma, which magnifies this breed's strong-mindedness. But my wife and I could not imagine life without him.
I have to disagree, largely because you have specified that yours was traumatized from bad handling. If trained well and attentively early on, they are excellent dogs which respond very well to hierarchy and command. While they do definitely have personality, they are generally quite smart and friendly. Within the home they can be like little alarms, but they generally have the instincts only to bark at visitors rather than bite - because they tend to be territorial but not aggressive - and in my experience they also tend to both relax about it quickly and accept guests after a few minutes if their owners do. And with their owner families they are generally very laid back and obedient - same goes for guests they are acquainted with. Mine has always been very playful as well, and loves to snuggle, even with particular family friends.
My first pup came to me when I was in the 4th grade. A Shepherd/Collie mix. Easy to train, great dog. Years later I took on a Siberian and I took it camping and set her down and she took off like the Devil was after her...I'm 63 now and have rescued and purchased some excellent dogs but now I'm beat up, low energy and have a working class German Shepherd who deserves a much younger owner. He's superb in every way but I wish I would've found him 15 years earlier..Instincts in dogs are so deeply engrained that all one has to do is look back to see the history and development of the breed. Here in the US people breed pit bulls just to sell pups with no regard to temperament etc and our shelters are flooded with rejected young pits that were given up. I'm surprised there are no laws..
This where in many cases, mixed breeds are often better. We had a golden retriever, husky, St. Bernard mix. He was mostly Golden looking but he had the stamina of the other two. It also balanced health wise as he didn't have any joint or other health concerns until 19.
And a lot of people "rescue" dogs when they have no experience handling or caring for a large, hyperactive, untrained dog. Always women, always have the dog in a stupid harness (and they have NO CONTROL over the dog).
My family has been Dachshund owners for decades. I think my ancestors came to the USA with Dachshunds in tow. They are most certainly couch potatoes, loyal, loving, silly and super cuddly. But they are also stubborn and tenacious as heck. Fearless to a fault, and do not recognize authority. I love them to bits.
Had 3 dachshunds, got 1st one after my son came home from Kindergarten & a girl had brought one to Show & Tell & he wanted one. Coco was a red standard & she even moved to Singapore with us & was a sweetheart. My next 2 were minis, one has passed, the other is 14 & a blind, insulin dependent diabetic who can still find her way to the potty papers. They were all girls. She’s right by me now on the sofa & my Giant male German Shepherd rescue is on the other side. 2 German dog breeds, vastly different sizes, but the same big, sweet, goofy personalities.
We had a big black dachs almost forty years ago, I miss her still ❤. Once an unknown person entered the house and went to our old weak grandma. The dachs intervened forcefully, she jumped from two steps directly at his belly. And she had BIG teeth! The intruder, an uncle from the other side of the family, was not bitten but has a shock for sure 😂 Grandma was so weak she could barely stand, therefore the dachs felt protective. She has never bitten earnestly even provoked. I am afraid the dachs today have longer bodies and shorter legs.
When I saw this on my feed, I knew Dachshunds would be on this list. After 30 years, I’d never imagine ever having any other kind of dog, but I know exactly what you mean about them requiring special attention and as stubborn a demeanor as their own. We’ve rescued a few who started out with families that thought a cute little weenie dog would be so much fun…
Dachshunds together with Jack russel terrier’s simply miss the will to please because they are bred to work on their own. When you get one you get buddy but never a subservient follower. Either you are okay with that or you got the wrong dog. I really enjoy my Jack Russel Foxterrier mix but this dog is certainly not for everyone. Sky high energy levels together with a massive hunting drive make it totally wrong for a coach potato.
@@svenweihusen57my Australian Terriers are the same. I've always had terriers and these two ate on another level. I'm fortunate enough to live by a beach in Australia and my two run with border collies and kelpies 😂
@ my dog runs along my bicycle for 2 miles, takes a 40-60walk and runs back 2 miles on a daily base. I have her for 7 year and never clipped her nails because there simply isn’t anything to clip.
@@svenweihusen57Buddy is the EXACT way to u destined the human-dachshund relationship. We have two and we are their buddies. Sometimes they listen and do what we ask, sometimes they don’t. But I love them so much.
@@svenweihusen57 we had visitors over who were worried about getting a dog because they’d had friends with big Retrievers and such and that was a little too much for them. When they met my girl Molly, who could take or leave people as she pleased, they left thinking about looking into a more self-reliant breed~ ^_^
I worked in rescue centre. I agree with husky and sharpie. Huskies are so independent and can be harder to read than some other breeds. They can be so ignorant and aloof is about right. Sharpie have usually got issues. One attacked me in her kennel and lucky she had her buster collar on because that save me from being bitten. She saw red and no matter what I did I couldnt stop her attacking. I was forced to hold on to her collar in one hand and with the protection of the buster collar, use the other hand to block her bites. Lucky reception staff could hear her from upstairs making very aggressive sounds that got them running down and supervisor got a slip lead around her and pulled her away. They see red and that's it, I tried to use sweet voice saying walking, I tried firm voice. She was obviously frightened for some reason because she peed herself but then, so did I lol.
Very surprised to not see akita in this list, I know a training who openly told me he doesn't train them and out right refuses to. Apparently if you don't correct them hard enough they ignore you and if you correct them too hard they come for you. I have one and she's a sweetheart, total opposite of what he said, but I've met some right grumpy ones.
I have an Akita of 10 years age and we have such a strong bond. But yes, they kind of do what they want 😆 its just that most of the time he'll decide in favour of what I want to do. You need to be every bit as stubborn as they are. Its a good match for me!
@@medwayhospitalprotest Mine is a sweetheart, no aggression toward anything at all. If someone is sus to her she'll have a little bark maybe but its rare. Her parents are AKC and her grandad is a crufts winner so she is from good lines she is just a little watered down maybe. We did talk about getting another akita but she's spoiled us so much with her sweetness it won't be the same.
got an akita cross staffy. She loves a cuddle and is really calm. She will do what I want when I have food in my hand but is generally pretty independent. But like the person above said, she is sociable so will mostly decide to do what I want.
Yeah, any Akita I've had as a client they always have the same "game face". I took my daughter to train a therapy dog and there was an Akita in the classes and I could not believe the temperment on this dog, he was like a goofy Lab. The owner then got another Akita and she could not handle the typical Akita.
My first ever personal dog was a rescue Shar-pei. I adored her, loved her so much and she was an amazing dog. Unfortunately she got attacked by another dog several times and became reactive (she never bit even when she got attacked but would bark and pull). Her only other issue was separation anxiety. I had her very well trained in all other aspects. I wish other people kept their dogs on leads as it would have saved me a lot of grief. It's been years since she passed and I'm finally ready to get another dog. I'll be picking up my new chihuahua puppy soon.
It is refreshing to hear the stark truth said about the breeds without actually deterring owning the breed Every breed has its difficulties and nothing makes me angrier the someone getting a breed only based on looks just to be aggravated or upset with their behavior because they didn't research the breed to see if they were a good fit. That's how purebreds end up in shelter's and huskies end up there a lot. Bottom line is that you are not willing to dedicate yourself to your pet, no matter the issue, then just don't get one. Puppies of any breed are lots of work but some are more work as adults
I have a NAID, which are mostly Husky, but are also cross bred with malamute and German Shepherds. The purpose of the dog is to give them a wolfish appearance, while making them easier to train and less annoying than the typical sled dog. After health, our breeder was specifically focused on producing dogs with high trainability. We got him to have a large, family friendly, but healthy dog (our last dog was a Bernese, but they are so short lived we didn't get another). He was really easy to train, never runs off, has great off leash recall, isn't destructive, loves the family, yet has no problem being alone. He can run forever outside, but is calm and lazy inside. He definitely required active training, but he picked up on it quickly and was happy to comply once he learned. However, there is no one in the world who could have prepared me for the amount of hair this dog sheds. There is no way to keep up with it, and after you vacuum and sweep and de-shed everything, you just start over again immediately. The joke is that they shed really heavily twice a year when they blow their coat. It's just that no one mentions they blow coat for six months each time. And some of these dogs do Embark with grey wolf DNA (our dog was at 11%), which even 1% is illegal in some places, so that can be a drawback depending where you live. But he basically looks like a larger, wolfier version of a husky, but was a peach to train and is easy to live with (besides the hair). I am sure it's not universal (as it is much more difficult to predict the temperament of a hybrid dog breed), but we have had a great experience with the NAID we have.
Get dachshunds and jack russels for the farm, not the house. Funny, my Jackies and Dackles are outside catching snakes and rodents, but the collosal boerboel is inside. They make a fabulous farm team. The small pests are kept in check and madam bloof bloof, the boerboel, comes out to take care of baboons and the predatory cats.
I am on my second Jack. I don’t live on a farm but I do have a back yard with a dog door and fence. I feed the squirrels for my Jack to watch and chase. I am a highly active person and she goes everywhere I go except when I go to work. I love to walk and jacks have energy and stamina. We will walk sometimes 5+ miles in a day. As long as you keep them engaged in what you are doing they will be ready to sleep by the end of the day.
@spacechicken527 yep, Namibia. Right in the heart of the oldest desert in the world. No research monkeys here to spread the zombie virus. Just a few baboons, hell bent on killing my sheep and a lone hyena that's been sneaking around.
Here in Germany people choose Dachshounds (we call them Dackel) for their personality and character, you cannot manipulate them and they are known for their loyalty and their hunting abilities.I have seen these small guys on driven shoots attacking wild boar absolutely fearless. I grew up around them and love them, but would not bring one in my family now because we have four dogs( Setters and Terriers) and that would stress him out. They need a lot of attention.
My husband and I rescued a Siberian husky mix last year. He is an absolutely beautiful dog and the cutest thing I’ve ever seen in my life! But I am also a long distance runner and as soon as he is old enough, he is going to be my running buddy and we are going to do canicross together! He is definitely very hard to train though and can be very stubborn, but working with a trainer has been immensely helpful for us!
We had a Siberian Husky/Bernese Mountain Dog cross but she looked 100% Husky. She was free and obviously an oops breeding. She was too smart for her own good, an escape artist-fence climber, stray cat chaser! She never went after our cats in the house but outside was fair game to her. She wasn't formally trained until she was about six because we didn't know there was a kennel club giving classes until we got our Cocker Spaniel girl. I got her Canine Good Citizen certification and she also competed in AKC Rally and got her Rally Novice title. She lived to be 16 years old and definitely I was drawn to her beautiful looks, her face markings were so perfect and symmetrical and she had beautiful brown eyes. She was great with people and children and I could let a complete stranger pet her with no problems or fear of aggression. She was my heart dog and I miss her even now after 9 years without her.
Ex husky owner. Never again. My best experience has been the Dogo Argentino. She learned the task after one session. I could wait months or even years later before asking her to remember. She always came in clutch. RIP Goldie!
I have a Dachshund and Alaskan Malamute. My Malamute I have been able to train to do practically anything. It wasn't easy, but we got there. She's amazing off leash, has great focus, and actually cares about what I have to say. I have tried to teach the same things to my Dachshund and he basically just calls me a bitch everytime lol. I know how to work with my Malamute, but training my Dachshund is a whole different story.
I’ve had 4 dachshunds over the years and they were all great, but they definitely obey only when they feel like it. They’re absolutely fearless, and great lap dogs (when they’re done saving the world from all varmints real and imagined)
As a 55 year long dog trainer, you are spot on. The breeds suited to most people are dogs bred to work WITH humans. Pretty much gundog and herding breeds !! Of those breeds show dogs are bred for how they “ stack” in a show ring so there temperament stability and cooperation is quite often poor. I have judged show champions so spooky you couldn’t put your hand on them .
The Dachshund ( badger dog) is in Germany also known as Dackel or Teckel. It was breeded to hunt annimals, living in caves under the earth, therefore the short legs This breed is known for stubbornes (?), in german Sturheit, are not easy to train. Perhaps this is the reason, why in swabian part of Germany Dackel and Halb ( half) Dackel is an insult!
I legit hate huskies. I have lost 4 chickens and a rabbit in the past several years, on MY fully fenced property, to random loose huskies and huskie mixes. Horrible dogs for urban environments, especially when 90% of the people who own them are idiots.
3:23 the only thing my doxie likes to do is chill on the couch so far and we’re trying to get him into more things 😩 it’s absolutely wild how obsessed with the couch little dude is. Thankfully not resource guarding it… yet 😂
I love this video. You do a great job of explaining WHY the breeds don't work for the average dog owner. I'm a collie owner. Yes, original plain ol' collies. Easy to train, easy to care for, not a ton of medical issues, not high energy so a play session or one walk a day is fine. I don't understand why they aren't popular anymore.
My aunt and uncle had a collie when I was a kid. He was a perfect dog. Very easy going, well behaved. They owned a confectionary and he would hang out, did not jump on people, just liked to lay around and be around his people.
I totally agree! I always wanted a collie as a child. At one point as an adult I had a dog sitting business and sat regularly for some collies, which only confirmed that they were my ideal breed. We finally got one half a year ago after my husband and I stopped living internationally, and she is amazing. Intelligent, willing - ie. so easy to train, laid back, super friendly with strangers, affectionate.. I could go on and on. She attracts a lot of attention when I walk her because she's so beautiful and friendly. I often have cars stop and people tell me how pretty she is! I also don't understand why they're not popular anymore. My Shalom is the local ambassador for the breed!
I thought it was frequency illusion noticing so many dachshunds lately, but you've just confirmed it. I think most new owners think, small, cute, must be suitable for city living..... That's a disaster waiting to happen. My uncle who was a dog trainer had 2 wire-haired dachshunds, Brutus and Ceasar, that he used for bite work demos. Their drive was amazing, they would not let go of the bite suit's leg ;) They of course also enjoyed the agility tunnels. And Brutus also loved showing what 'the girls in Paris do', flipping over on his back and running in the air, as if he was dancing the Can-Can. ;) But these two lived a very different life from those who have to navigate city life and have not much outlet for their dachshund traits.
As a husky owner, I always say "I didn't get a husky because I wanted a dog, I got a husky because I wanted a husky!" You're spot on, they are an entire species unto themselves. Unless you are prepared to start doing cani-cross, bike-joring, or sledding...don't get a husky!
Spot on. I got my Siberian and started cani I- cross, hiking, and bought a Canadian kick sled that we both learned how to run. We had 14 wonderful years together…I miss him so much.
I grew up with Samoyeds, and have always wondered if the Husky was similar. I recall the Samies being stubborn and high energy; yet quite a bit of down time too.
@TogotheCombo huskies are just the most amazing creatures. Mine is a little angel that he loads of exercise stimulation he's a joy to go out with , loves to be the centre of attention, chatty friendly , a little demanding, charming sweet ,gentle, mischievous, he's just delightful
Had a stubborn husky but the collie/golden retriever mix practically trained himself. One of the smartest dogs I've known and a big goofball. The collie came out when playing as he tried to herd me. 😂Took very few tries to train him to do something.
Before the internet was available, most people chose a dog based upon their image, and truly had no idea of the skills, time, and patience required by the humans that would purchase or adopt them as companions or family members. This same problem exists with parrots, but that is another story. In my twenties through my early fifties I was fortunate to have Doberman's, German Shepherd's, and even a Rottweiler. Back then, I was car camping all over remote sections of CO and UT, and these breeds were my favorite. From my mid fifties until now at 73, my breed of choice has been the Standard Poodle. Similar to a Macaw, they are very intelligent and playful. But unlike a Macaw that leave wood chips, feathers, and food all over the floor, the Standard Poodle does not shed their hair all over our home like the breeds mentioned previously. Both the Macaws and the dogs I have been fortunate to share my life with all seem to respond best with positive reinforcement-based training. Thankfully I was able to meet a few trainers in my youth that only used these methods to build trust with their dogs and their parrots. Negative reinforcement training also has a place with both parrots and dogs, but this does not involve any physical contact.Thank you for sharing this video, I completely agree with your experience, and hope more people will spend more time researching the specific needs of each dog breed (or parrot species) before buying or adopting one.
Had quite a few Dachshunds when young and we even put one through the obedience trials with success. Our Dachys were lovable fun little dogs, super friendly and great house dogs as they don't shed or have that doggy smell as most others do. Im going back over 50 years and not sure what the breed is like now but back then they were great!
I wanted a husky some years ago because I wanted a working dog. Instead I brought home a Samoyed. She was the most loving, attentive, calm dog I ever had. She was as good indoors as outdoors. I used her for skiing although lacked tractive effort to do much more than pull on level terrain. I miss Shondie dearly.
My friend who was a foster parent also had a female Samoyed who treated the children like her puppies. If one of the kids ran off she would track down the child
You people love your, “Rotties,” no other breed has tried to bite me randomly more. They only get on with their immediate family circle. And they get treated like big ugly children, then the rest of the population outside of your home, has to deal with the liability.
We had an unplanned rescue of a neighbor's dog that they abandoned. Didn't realize it was a SharPei mix. Oh my lord, never met such a stubborn dog in all our years. He was smart but pretty much immovable. Loyal to us but mostly unfriendly to everyone and every other dog. Definitely would not recommend to owners who aren't experienced strong leaders. You don't really "train", you negotiate. 😂 Very independent minded breeds. We found him an excellent forever home with a family without kids who had one before.
I can respect and appreciate this video. One of my favorite breeds to work with was the Chihuahua. I am a GSD fan through and through and I find the Chihuahua to have a similar drive to work and please.
I’m not a smalll dog person, but I would like to own a Chihuahua to train and show people that they are smart enough to learn and that they will be better for it. They are more than yappy ankle biters. 😊
people abuse chihuahuas so much for attention, "Look my dog's so aggressive." Maybe if you'd treat it like a dog and not a stuffed animal, it'd be better.
Chihuahuas are extremely smart and trainable! Mine took first places in AKC/UKC obedience trials, got championships on both, so much fun! People tend to not treat them like a dog and that shows in their behavior issues in 90% of them. My favorites are Chihuahua’s and heeler breeds, both are super smart, but the heeler’s are a challenge! 😂 If you know you know❤
Huskies are not for the faint-hearted and not for people that need to rule they are free spirits they are a dog that think that they are calculated , they have energy levels that are just unbelievable, most have an extremely high prey drive, if you can commit to meeting their needs which basically is a 24 hour 7 days a week 365 days a year commitment, in return you will have the most amazing soul mate , mine is the most amazing creature on the planet, but i agree wirh Will they really don't want to be trained they like to please themselves, mine is a cheeky mischievous little monkey, but also an absolute little angel he comes everywhere with me , life is an adventure but huskies are just not a suitable dog for most people
Exceptional advice from a learned professional, appreciate the perspective. I have a female golden and a male American Akita. Two dogs that couldn't be more different in temperament but they get along swimmingly because there's zero competition between them. The golden seeks attention far more than the Akita, he's happier to sit back and watch or play along without having to be first in line. The golden is more food centric and the Akita doesn't compete with her for food, even though he's twice her size and could easily overpower her to get the food. Her being the older dog helps, too, I think. He grew up with her and never saw her as 'beneath him' in the pecking order. Now, if things ever went sideways, he'd knock her and a wall down to get in between his family and anything he felt was a threat to us. So, they work wonderfully together in our family dynamic.
Easiest dogs I've trained have been Pitbulls. We have been lucky, ...we started with a (mostly) German Shepherd first that was a great dog when our children were born and while they were young kids. Next up was a female Labrador who was more work to train but grew to be a great adult dog. Next up came a (1-2 year old) adult Pitbull from the shelter who had been running stray. This was the easiest dog I've ever had and I've had dogs since I was five years old (I'm 65 now). While owning that Pitbull (Loki) I was able to take in, train and find good forever homes for seven other Pitbulls. They were all easy to train or rehabilitate with the help of Loki. I love most breeds of dogs but the Pitbull is what I will have for the rest of my life.
We had a dachshund living with us on the ranch. He ended up being a terrific mountain lion tracker in his later years! He taught our other dog what that scent was. To clarify…if we knew a lion had been around he would track it hours later. We didn’t let him out when the lion was present.
Dachshunds are so complex in my experience. They are bloodthirsty hunters, first-rate bed cuddlers and stubborn as hell. Now I have a border collie who just happened into my life. She loves me with her whole heart but she's so sensitive, she needs a very delicate hand & a lot of extra patience at training. I enjoyed your video very much and I'm going to check out your training information.
Had multiply breeds over 40 years then after 8 months without a dog we got a farm breed Border Collie oh my so so intelligent for the first 2 years it was a steep learning curve she outsmarted us many times including turning the bath taps on we knew about the herding and nipping so that was ok Faé turned 2 and suddenly became the most amazing dog we’ve ever had ❤❤ But again a dog not for first time owners
Our Border Collie figured out how to use the handicap accessible doors to let herself out of the house at inappropriate times. The accessible doors lead to an enclosure with a six foot retaining wall. No issues, just run to gain some speed and then jump out of the enclosure. Anything to bark at the leaf blower from two feet away.
My favorite dog of all time was a German Shorthair Pointer. My brother got ACE for hunting and he did that naturally. No one had to really train him. He was excellent. Ace was an outside dog until one cold winter when I brought him inside the house. Ace ripped my my brother's couch apart , so I kept Ace in a dog crate for 2 days before I gave him run of the house. He was 10 years old at this point and my brother said I would never train him to be in the house. Not so, he never once had an accident in the house, he would look at me a certain way when he needed to go out. He never ruined anything in the house and was so polite, would more or less ask before he would jump up by me. We communicated through subtle looks and sounds. He was so gentle. So intelligent. I never had a dog like that who knew what I was thinking. He lived to be 14. I really miss him to this day.
I adore the very characteristics of the Siberian Husky that you mention as to why they're so miserable to train. That's not a criticism of your analysis, they are crazy independent, vocal, athletic, etc., and I love and appreciate all those qualities. Best of all, they have a mischievous, sparkling, and often goofy personality.
@@DP-jaja Thats not necessarily a fair assessment, a lot of Huskies and the entire spitz/primitive breed group are generally 'harder' to train because they dont have the same level of will to please and they think and value more independently. This does not mean they are untrainable, or stupid in any way, but it does pose a different set of difficulties from your typical average working or companion breed. As a trainer if you don't acknowledge this you are a liar, or just plain ignorant. And that ONLY focusing on the dogs or breeds, then you suddenly have to involve a human into the mix and suddenly everything is a hundred times harder. Certain types of people tend to get attracted to certain types of looking dogs, usually dogs they have no business having. I could almost guess that in some cases the owner of huskier are worse to deal with than the actual dogs.
@@Akiraphoto oh I am definitely judging this guy; calling him “lazy” was being charitable….I’ve had huskies in the past and I agree with everything you wrote….it is a clear and thoughtful.
I completely agree regarding dachshunds. We got one because my husband grew up with one, and I wanted a hiking companion. Except, he doesn't like to walk! Not the direction I want to walk, anyway. We have tried so much, dog trainer and behavioral courses. He seems to get more reward from getting his way, than from treats! 😂
Some one who taught me to drive horse and trap inherited a dachshunds when her aunt died. She said he was a poncy little lap dog and despised him, until one day she got fed up with him mincing about her feett in the yard. She picked him up and dumped him in the feed bin. He turned out to be an absoluttly amazing ratter. He would dive into the feed and drag out rats at the rate of shopaholic in a sale. He went from zero to hero in one rat!
My daughter and her partner fostered, then kept a rescued stud Shar Pei from a puppy mill here in Western Australia. The dog’s breeder did care for the dog, so he wasn’t physically or verbally abused, but didn’t give him the love and attention he needed, and he was kept in a large run for the first 3 years of his life. They were cautious about his character and background so the rescuers brought him over for a “play date”, to see if he got along with their sterilised female Staffy X. She, of course, made it very clear that mating was off the books. I was visiting at the time and couldn’t believe how quickly he backed off and immediately respected every move she made. He never slept on her bed, he would let her go through the doggy door first etc. He is the most loving and affectionate dog, but my daughter patiently spent almost a year slowly helping him to relax and love being cuddled, which he absolutely does love now. He does need to be allowed time to get used to people he doesn’t know, and we respect that as do those who visit. But training him is extremely difficult, and if you want him to come, he will, but you might as well put the kettle on while you wait because he’s as independent as a cat. But we all adore him🥰. You definitely need a lot of patience.
Regarding the Dachs-hund or better Dackel in German I can tell you one thing for sure. Get a German original breed from a good breeder that breeds for hunters. They are different then the american breed-for-the-looks types. I encounterd both in different stages of my life...they dont compare, trust me!
I’ve had all kinds of dogs since the 60’s, mutts, show dogs and everything in between and my absolute favorite hands down is a Shar Pei. But I’m a very reserved person and I prefer a very reserved dog so for me they’re a perfect fit. I’m keen on Chows too but since I’ve got Grandkids a Shar Pei is better suited for kids. But I do appreciate your opinion as I think most people aren’t best suited for a Shar Pei temperament and needs.
I have a Chow Pei (he looks like a giant teddy bear) very very sweet disposition, so glad I got him (even after hearing all the negativity about both breeds) and I’m a cat person! Yes he does have selective hearing sometimes but his pluses far outweigh his independent streak. Oh and they are really quiet dogs (except for the snoring or occasional grunts) only barking when necessary and what a bark that is!!!
@ He sounds like a dream! The best of the cat like breeds imo. I once had a Chow/ Rott mix and he was the most gorgeous dog ever. He looked like a 70 lb version of a Tibetan Mastiff. He was super Chow like too.
We have a dachshund and a Samoyed and they are best friends. My husband is obsessed with the dachshund looks, but he researched for years before getting one. The toilet training has been a challenge and has required years of patience.
I knew the dachshund would be on the list. I actually love the breed, but I found I didn't train the dog. The dog trained me. She would even come to me to let me know i t was time for ALL of us to go to bed. My mother upon seeing that we had acquired a dachshund said, "I thought you were through raising children!"
I have had 3 daschunds and didn't see any problem in training them. They learned fast and were/are very well behaved. The snap thing is common in most of the small breeds. And it would depend on each dog.
DOBERMANS...nothing else even comes close, for me. Beautiful, elegant, athletic, intelligent, intense guard dogs, playful, cuddly, super easy to train, Ive tried other breeds, nothing else works for me. My neighbors loved my dogs, my groomer loved my dogs, my dog sitter loved my dogs....all because they were obedient, enthusiastic, cuddly and super easy to work with. BUT they are INTENSE dogs, and do everything INTENSELY and you must commit to exercising them/running them, the best thing is playing ball/frisbee catch with them UNTIL they are exhausted, which takes 30-45 minutes EVERY DAY, usually twice a day.
Beckman's Dog Training has a wonderful, gorgeous, perfect Dobie named Prince who even helps train other dogs! You should check them out if you love Dobermans
We have an Alaskan husky we rescued as a 6 mo old puppy. She is a very chill, beautiful dog, and yes, cat like. Now at 4 yo she still has mediocre recall, so no off leash for her , bit we are lucky to have her and we love her very much.
My favorite dogs, trainability wise: German Shepherd and Jack Russell - both were so intelligent and eager to please. Maybe I was lucky with my Jack, she simply adores me and obeys my every command, instantly. I can recall her from chasing a squirrel and in a second she's at my heel. Never used a least on her. Funny though both my maltese were also very easy to train but they don't count as they aren't real dogs- almost perfect dog plushies. I currently own an unknown breed sort of looks like a lap/Shepherd mix. Found her abandoned on Natchez Tace 10 years ago. She is so independent, she doesn't care what I say, all she wants is to sleep or eat.😅
I generally like hunting breeds because they're intelligent, pick up on human emotions and cues better and are generally very friendly. English Springer Spaniels in particular. Would love to get a Spangold mix for that Springer personality with some of the Golden Retriever relaxed demeanor.
Man I wanted to hear more. I wish I could hear a run down of the pros and cons of any dog I might end up with. I’ll definitely avoid those 3 I had already planned to though after I’ve heard so much about huskies and about dashunds and I’ve heard a little about sharpies being agressive.
I shared my life with huskies for 30+ years. I always referred to them as little kids that never grow up. LOL Loved (and still love) the breed, but as I got older, I just couldn't handle them (and their massive fur sheds) anymore. After the last one passed away, I started rescuing senior Chihuahuas, and I adore these little dogs! But, I don't regret any of the years I spent with my huskies. Never a dull moment with them!
You should do a video on choosing a dog but things people never think of like, what colour is the dog? will the hair show up on my floor more? How long is their hair? More brushing? More drying off after a walk? etc. etc.
My experience with dachshunds were all as emergency rescues, as one middle aged adult and two elderly dogs. In that state, older and one grieving the loss of their human, they were good matches for me. They all lived past 15 years and one past 20. Their long lives, I believe is their best feature.
A Dachshund is a fearless hunter, bred for chasing out animals out of their holes, especially badgers. Dachs is german for badger! So imagine this little fellow has the balls to enter a tunnel system full of (very fierce and capable and dangerous) badgers and you know why they are not easy to keep as a couch potatoe. Not kept well they become quite agressive and bity (if that‘s a word) and are hardly intimidated by corrective actions, because I guess a bunch of badgers in a dark tunnel poses much more of a threat to a Dachshund than an average human being 😂
Very validating to hear you say huskies. I've always loved dogs and animals in general, but they are one breed I don't understand wanting as a household pet. Everyone I've known that owns a husky really seems more like the husky owns them.
I have only owned dachshunds, from my experience you have to know how to train them well. They’re most loving wonderful dogs. They are very protective & yes they can be very noisy when someone comes to the door or even walks on the property. They have very excellent hearing. This is part of their protective behavior. They truly act like they are a big dog. They are by nature very good hunters ❤❤
I love dashounds, my neighbours had one when I was a kid & I hid there when I'd been misbehaving. He bit anyone who hit a kid. (Normal, in those days) He also bit anyone in a uniform 😂😂😂
I chose (another) labrador - 50/50 field/show - in spite of being 76. I wanted a people dog, very attentive, velcro-y, but also quite active: we have 6A in foothills, I am a jogger/hiker, and have trained and shown a couple dogs in my earlier years. Yes, the first year was brutal, as expected, but she is a great family dog and companion now with excellent verbal control and fits our lifestyle perfectly.
My daughter returned home with her Malamute. She spent a lot of money civilizing him. As a puppy, his owner had him illegally (outside of apartment lease stipulations) and kept him hidden. The owner got sick and was hospitalized. Nobody knew he had the dog, but my kid was the leasing agent, and there were complaints about noise coming from an empty apartment, so she checked and found him. He was six months old. Severe separation anxiety. She took him home and realized he needed professional training. Like I said, she dropped a chuck of change on him, but he is the sweetest dopiest dog. He likes cats and other dogs. He goes to daycare twice a week. The only problem is his height. He counter-surfs, so don't leave the butter out.
i was volunteering in a dog school for 20 years before moving to a big city and we even had a trainer just for the dachshunds, because they tend to be so stubborn. He was also a breeder, so he knew the race in and out. Everybody else didn't enjoy working with them :) I have a little havanese girl now myself and she's a pleasure to work with. Huskys are not dogs - at least not in the form as our culture identifies dogs nowadays.
My family had two long haired daschunds when I was growing up - not at the same time though, and I think they’re such a great breed. They are a lot of work though, very energetic dogs and stubborn but thankfully my dad was a builder so he could take the dog with him everywhere he went and let the dog roam free. It did result in the dog being left behind not infrequently because as far as dad was concerned if he was ready to go and the dog was coming when he was called he could find his own way home. Which in reality meant one of the workers on the building site would inevitably ring to tell us the dog was hanging around the site can we come get him? For context we did live in a small city and the dogs had collars with our phone number on it. And no other long haired daschunds that we’d seen at the time so everyone knew they were ours.
I think it has to be a compromise betwen look and behave. For example the Labrador is 100% a good and easy trainable Dog but i absolutely dont like the way they look.
My son in law bought a yellow lab from a seller parked along the road. The guy said he was selling the puppies for a “friend”. I believe they came from a puppy mill. Anyway, Morgan was the best, sweetest dog you would ever want to meet. And she had the most beautifully shaped head. Anytime they asked we’d watch her for them. I would have kept her if I could.
Thank you for making this video! Years ago, I used to breed and show Himalayan cats. I was rare in that I did "train" my cats for the show ring. My friend had a Siberian Husky, and we both laughed about how similar the temperaments were of her dog and my cats. Due to health issues, I had stop with the cats. My daughters wanted a dog and after they did a lot of research, we settled on Cavalier King Charles Spaniels because of their small size and temperament. That was over 30 years ago, and my husband and I still have Cavaliers. And yes, even though they are house dogs, they are trained to be great house dogs and travel companions. Everyone loves them.
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I own 6 Siberian huskies who all came from a racing line breeder. I actively mush with them, and it makes all the difference. Training them requires building a strong relationship with them and their pack mates. Sibes are my breed of choice, and I totally agree with this video. Working dogs should do the work they were intended to do.
Yes ! It's a bad thing to get a working dog and let them go mental because they can't do what they were bred to do .
Not fair and demonstrates ignorence of the human .
I have one too, I love him, keeps me in shape. Cleans the mice out too.
Most people shouldn't be allowed to own a working/fighting/bait dog breed. Sorry, not sorry.
The fact that a 90lb grandma can just go to a shelter and leave with a Pitbull, a 110 Cane Corso or a 135lb Rottweiler is deranged.
They should be required to undergo a months long course and pass a series of tests if they want a dog that's capable (and more likely than most) of killing a human being.
@@SaltNBattery Actually Grandma can exercise these dogs very well with a little thought. I'm disabled and have an Akita. My mode of transport is mobility scooter, which is absolutely perfect for walking dogs. My 10 year old dog is very healthy and most people are very surprised when they hear his age. He's incredibly fit!
Obviously that's not going to work for very many people. In any event, work is supposed to be profitable in some way, right? Otherwise, it's just recreation. Outside the wilderness (and you know quite well Siberians are not used much at the Iditarod, which is currently threatened by climate change and animal rights activism)--there are people making a pretty good side-hustle from RUclips videos starring their Huskies. And I have to say, those dogs seem healthy, happy, highly stimulated. They have adapted to civilization, and its many comforts. But they require endless attention, and keeping one cooped up alone all day would not work. Let's be realistic, please. Most serious mushers don't use Siberian Huskies at all anymore, and the breed would go extinct if people didn't keep them as pure pets, desired not only for their beauty but their ebullient yet moody personalities. Not so much polar as bi-polar. You see what I did there.
My oldest son and his GF adopted a young Husky/German Shepherd mix from a shelter last year. I warned him that, not only is that gonna be a high-energy dog, but it will be smarter than you + GF and more argumentative than me! He listened, has worked with this dog, and now has a deep, compassionate understanding of what she needs to thrive, which she is doing. I'm glad for all of their sakes!
Shepherd dogs seem to be incredibly bossy from my experience with them.
I'm a retired disabled U.S. Marine on his second English Labrador Retriever as my service dog. I attend a 4-month course with Veterans K-9 Solutions. The breed is an excellent velcro dog.
I imagine they are. They're so sweet and friendly.
I am in a Military family. Thank you for your service, Sir. Many Blessings to you.
Velcro dogs are the best breed! German Shepherds are also Velcro dogs although the downside is that I’ve never used the bathroom without an escort in oh…30 years or so! 🇬🇧🫶🇺🇸
‘English? Duke of Buccleuch and the Lord Scott? Like many Scots iaristocratic families were born in England.
Brittanies are fantastic velcro dogs, but they're much more parasitic than labs! they're like siblings, barely altruistic at all, very needy even though they're very sweet. It is nice though. My sister is currently fostering a veteran's service lab while they are in surgery rehab, and that S O B is almost supernatural. He's actually teaching their 1yo mix to be a service dog just by being himself, it's crazy.
I appreciate the honesty about huskies. I just adopted my second dog after losing my first to cancer, and he's a 100% pure husky. Any husky owner who says they don't care about looks at all is lying. I was definitely drawn to his soft fluffy coat and expressive eyes. However I also previously owned a husky mix and did a ton of research before bringing him home.
All that being said- I don't think any amount of research will actually prepare you for how neurotic (most of) these dogs are! We take him on two ~3 mile walks a day and play with him for hours or so in our yard and he still gets antsy when he's inside. We are still learning to help him get his energy out, and we're committed to providing him with the life he needs but it is hard.
The one silver lining is that he's extraordinarily food motivated so training him has actually been pretty easy so far! He walks beautifully on a leash and knows lots of commands, we haven't had much trouble getting him to listen and engage with us either, the biggest issue is getting him to settle down and be calm in the house but we're making progress on that as well. It takes a lot of time, patience, and understanding but we're getting there. Definitely not the breed for everyone though- huskies are a huge commitment that people need to be prepared for before getting one.
There is a group near me that go dry land mushing it’s like dogs pulling a sledge but they’re more like go carts the majority of them are huskies but some are GSD or husky cross breeds. Definitely worth looking into if you have huskies it’s giving them exactly what they desire and you can see how much the dogs love it.
Thank you for being a Husky lover ❤
Have you heard of Bikejoring/Canicross? I tried bikejoring with both my dogs and they love it! Basically the dog pulls a bike and it’s great for exercise and tons of fun
@@thisexists6588 yes! I am working on getting him used to walking beside my bike and stopping/slowing down on command, I think soon I will be able to hook him up to it and let him run with it! Just want to make sure he's able to stop and turn when we need to so I don't accidentally end up in a bush haha
Anyone who gets a dog pretty or ugly likes their looks its not just Huskies.
My brother has huskies alwayx has. They have also eaten through drywall at times. He is retired now and has 3.
As someone who loves dachshunds and has been around them since literally day 1 (I'm not joking, my mother brought newborn me home from the hospital and laid me on her bed and her elderly dachshund, W.B., climbed up, sniffed me, then lay down beside me and acted as my personal bodyguard until he passed of old age). I lost my last one to cancer last year (fuck cancer btw). I really do adore the breed, their bravery and tenacity and how they bond so hard with 'their' person, but I will also agree that they are stubborn little shits who require specialized care and equipment to keep their backs healthy. And the aggression is on point, even the calmest, most gentle dachshunds could have a trigger that sets them off. My last boy, Jake, was like that. He was calm and quiet and gentle, and was super popular at little league baseball with kids because he was so relaxed out in public. He did great with kids. Perfectly okay with other dogs. His best friend was a cat (who I still have). I've seen him fall asleep in a pen full of chickens.
But something about ducks...
Totally understand the duck thing...... they are vicious little things that scare the h..... out of me..... 😉🤣
And I'm normally not afraid of any sort of animals..... not even spiders or snakes..... 😂
Dachshunds are the only breed that has attacked me. I have been bitten by Dachshunds many times. Their claws do more damage their claws actually broke my skin. Also many a dachshund got punted by my boot.
Cats and squirrels here…
Good that you've had luck, but I find them crappy little dogs!
My aunts daschunds were terrors when you first came in her house, and would try to run you off. A bit later they were fine. But, every visit?
You are correct about the challenge of training Dachshunds. If you can do that AND provide them with running exercise, they are among the friendliest and fun dogs. Do not let them over eat; their spines don't do well with the extra weight.
From the list I only know the Dachshund but I don't think they are a real challenge. They are quite common here in Germany and IMO as difficult as every hunting dog, a little bit stubborn maybe. But it's a real dog, not a toy. You have to take them serious right from the beginning otherwise you will run into trouble. Problem is maybe more on the I want a toy dog side, but it's a working dog.
@@streetcoder76 I agree, they're not much different from any independant working line terriers or small farm dog breeds.
Problem is alot of old widows get these dogs for the company and treat them like lapdogs turning them into destructive and anxiety filled wrecks.
Proud to say mine have successfully presented me with two mice in the past week! Smarter and more fun than a barn cat!
@@streetcoder76 Agreed! I also think a lot of bad breeding has ruined the breed's trait. I like that they need proper exercise and mental stimulation. They're like big dogs in little bodies. Mine love hiking, long walks, and training. Very much working dog temperaments.
Lost my rescued Shar Pei last January, she came with many issues, some we never conquered...It was a decade of joy, but my goodness she was hard work.I miss her buckets.
Most people don't have your level of compassion, patience and love of other beings. The best dogs are never forgotten ❤
I have a male Maltese and he's 1 year old I'm 67 and he needs training. He's a sweet loving little guy.but he wants to attack people who walk past the window. He needs to be in a yard with some friends. Do you want teddybear? He's adorable
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Hi I had a Shar Pei as a owner return to the breeder at one years of age. She was an easy sensitive loyal but standoffish with other BUT dog friendly sweet girl The only issue where allergies. I easily fixed the skin with diet but the ear infection where always a problem. Honestly she was my favorite dog.
We have a husky because someone had to re-home him. Third and final family. He was scared and sad. Within a short amount of time he warmed up and realized he was home for good. He had been trained in a very harsh way. The shock collar was at the highest level. We even took a lesson from the trainer. She shocked him so much he hid between my husband’s legs.
As time went on we realized he was completely different from the stereotypical husky. He was aloof but so easy going. Played, minded (for the most part) and loved to greet mostly everybody.
Fast forward 9 years later. He gets doggy day care once a week. We found the owner of ENZO’s Acres. She gave him a chance because normally huskies do not do well in those situations. He did awesome and they now have the Bandit rule. He greets all the employees first before running off to play. This doggy daycare is so special and one of a kind.
This was a long post so thanks for reading. We can all go on and on about our precious animals. The truth is we are both lucky to have him as part of our family. Thank you, Bandit! You are the best!❤
My husky (Chinook) who passed last year ate my bathroom door when he decided to get stuck in the bathroom one day when I was at work. He also ate my leather couch but I still miss him.
@ I bet you do miss Chinook. It makes me tear up hearing the loss of people’s pets. Sounds like he was quite the husky! All pet owners have a few things in common. The joy of watching them grow, making them happy which makes us happy! The last thing is the pain in which they leave us too soon. There is one thing that isn’t common.Our individual memories of our wonder furry family members I am so sad to hear of your loss. I don’t believe it ever goes away. So with this I am sending you a hug. I would say when others read your message people send you the same. A hug in solidarity.❤️
I think it's the human's energy that matters more than the dog breed. Your dog is a reflection of YOU. I'm so happy you got this dog and gave him the love and understanding he needed.
@@MagnoliaZZZZ I believe that!
Beautiful dog but he also made me laugh, a rescue but he rescued me, ten years on I have another husky, dif personality and hiccups but we all love him
Independent, willful, energetic dog-cat drama queens. You nailed it. And absolutely the most beautiful, spirited companions. I love my husky, but when she was young she (and her brother) were total banshees. They had a secret way to communicate and were the greatest escape artists I've ever known. And when they got out, they were gone gone gone. They'd come back covered in mud, absolutely blissed. Can't imagine how anyone can have a husky in an urban or suburban environment where somebody (dog or human or both) isn't losing their minds. Except for those mad energetic souls who can match a huskies need to run!
But they are gorgeous!
My first dog was a husky that I agreed to take, sight unseen because her previous owner was desperate to be rid of her. I lived in a suburb and had no idea what I was getting into but, I was committed to making it work. Three brisk, daily walks, a lot of games (she loved to retrieve tennis balls) and snuggling did the trick. Adding a second, third and eventually sixth dog, all other people's cast-offs, kept her mind busy. She was a beautiful dog but, that is not why I took her in.
@@Lovesapuzzle You are a person after my own heart ❤️
I love this description. Honest yet the love for the breed is very evident. One of my fosters was a husky. She came to us so traumatized and you’re correct in that she was an escape artist. The trick, I found , was many, many walks. She’s now with the most amazing family and as happy as any animal deserves to be.
@@RogueWave2030 It was a case of ignorance bringing bliss. I had no experience living with a pack before and just assumed it would all work out which luckily, it did. Another of my dogs was also a husky that I pick up as a stray and kept for a few days before finding and returning her to her owner. The next day I found her sitting on my front porch. She had jumped her owner's fence and came back to my house, 1.5 miles away. Her owner was tired of her escaping and said I could keep her. She never tried to escape from here. I think she just wanted to be part of the pack.
I have a jack Russell, been with me for 16 years, incredible dog!
I have a 16 year old JRT in my lap right now.
Cuddled up to my tiny patterjack on the sofa, she's burrowed under the blanket and she's the goodest girl ever.❤
My jack russell has been out early morning and then on the bed all cuddled next to me under the blanket against my leg. He is the SWEETEST, most expressive in a soft way do I have ever owned. I love him and only feed him cooked meat and scrambled eggs.
Jacks are marvelous dogs if you understand them. They are one of my favourite breeds.
I am on my 2nd jack Russell Terrier. Here in South Africa, they are very popular to keep on farms. They smell everything out. They kill snakes and will even chase a lion, no joke.
my mom and I wanted a dog and when I asked her ¨what qualities do you want in a dog?¨ and she said ¨I want a dog who can sit and watch t.v with me but also likes to play and travel¨ we looked up a few breeds like that and settled on our shih-tsu mix. he is one of the smartest dogs ive ever had. shih-tsu´s are a good breed for people who just want a pet non working dog to hang out with.
Kudos to you and your mom for asking those questions and doing your research. You already know that your effort has paid off with a wonderful furry family member.
I love my shih-tsu. Loving, smart, good companion.
As long as you socialise them then yeah, they are great calm dogs.
Our Daisy was the sweetest, kindest girl. She was an exceptional traveler and came with me everywhere. She was almost 17 when she passed and over 3 years on, I still talk about her and miss her everyday. I wish you and your mom many years of happiness with your special Shih Tzu. 💕
Actually they have a designed purpose.
You have been honest about Sibes for as long as I've known you. I had them for over 30 years. I even showed several. I was fortunate enough to be surrounded by people who understood them. Even I wouldn't have them anymore, because I don't live where I can work them. I had read every book and hundreds of magazine articles before I got one. I agree with you, that most people don't do enough research and most backyard breeders don't have enough knowledge to ask the right questions. Or provide enough info to prospective owner. As a result, houses are damaged, dogs run away, and shelters are overwhelmed with beautiful, rejected huskies. In 33 years, I only had three litters. And people who bought puppies are still some of my best friends. So thanks for telling people the truth about them. Even I only trained them to walk on a leash, sleep in a crate, stand still to be gone over and mushing commands. 😊
It baffles me how little research people do before getting dogs, or any animal. I did a few minutes of reading on Huskies and found out they don't fit my lifestyle at all. Ended up with a Shiba Inu, as I really just wanted a cat that will go on walks with me and alert me when someone's at the house.
I have a friend who has had her heart broken many times by someone inadvertently leaving the gate partially unlatched & her husky escaped & wound up getting seriously injured in traffic. It is still her chosen breed & she still rescues them & she has the means to provide an Ideal rescue environment.
@delynndehardt1859 good for her. I have had an escape while I was out, and lost two dogs to traffic. I was gutted. But the worst was I had to go out of town to a work conference. A friend kept our two house dogs. One was a gorgeous Malamute. My friend turned him loose in a large fenced in pasture. The boy was happy, running and flopping around in the snow. Suddenly there was a crack, and he went down. A neighbor saw him and thought he was a wolf. So he shot him. Thinking he was a wolf. My dog was not on the dudes property. Plus there hadn't been a wolf in Kentucky for 200 years. We live in a crazy world.
It's so very sad
Totally agree with your choices and totally agree with your comment that too many get a dog because of their looks rather than their personalities and needs. I really hate seeing people with 'pet' border collies but I enjoy watching them work, both in competition and out on the range. There are almost 200 breeds available today. A little research will find the perfect dog for you. I myself had malamutes for over 45 years and loved their personalities but I definitely wouldn't recommend them to everyone. Likewise the Chinese Cresteds that I've downsized to and had for the last 15 years. If I survive the one I have at present, I will probably get another ... But not for everyone.
I’ve got the best in a French mastiff/dogue de Bordeaux., beautiful, sweet, chill, remarkable trainable for a “stubborn” dog. My fourth one is a year old, so I’m in the terrible teens stage but I know in a few months, I’ll have my perfect baby boy. I adopted a boxer/pit or AmStaff a couple of weeks ago and she’s gorgeous and coming along very well.
My first dog was a dachs, thet had longer legs then,hopethat comes back. He was not scared of anything and had like you said a lot of hunting instinct. We lived a little rural and he got a least 5 hours of walking, swimming, climbing pine trees ( yes, really). Was a great dog, for those who have time for them
I love dachshunds, brilliant little dogs that get underestimated a lot. Of course, so are chihuahuas and small poodles and frenchies, and a lot of other little dogs that just get written off as "lap dogs"
We had one when I was a teenager and my dad was a hunter. They are known as The Alpine Dachsbracke (German: Alpenländische Dachsbracke) is a small breed of dog of the scent hound type originating in Austria. The Alpine Dachsbracke was bred to track wounded deer as well as boar, hare, and fox. It is highly efficient at following a trail even after it has gone cold. The Alpine Dachsbracke is very sturdy. (Wikipedia). They are very rare these days.
I loved so many dachshunds over many years. They are very sweet and very stubborn.
Living in Australia, I feel very sorry for the Huskies I see around here. Surely it's cruel to keep a dog like that in a country which never snows? Even if these dogs were running for miles every day as they've been bred to do, its just too hot most of the year. They must be so physically unhappy
@@kidstuff44555 I've had mine from the Northern United States where I couldn't stand all that snow, to Florida and several states in between. They did fine everywhere we lived. I was careful about the time of day we would have heavy outdoor play in Florida, but their vet said they were insulated with the double coat and would do just fine in the south. I live in Georgia now and Jaxon was a Florida rescue. He would fight me to not come inside, he loved to be outside in the grass. There is a video on his page of him refusing to come in. Like anything, you just have to be mindful of the weather and keep them hydrated and they can be happy in warmer climates.
@@Jaxthewonderhusky Agreed, although I live in MN so my huskies get plenty of snow. However, in the summer time all of them would lay in the sun like a cat and I would have to force them to come in when it was very hot and humid.
I have a Border Collie Husky mix on 16 acres with a big fish pond , in summer she takes 3 swims a day here in Texas.
I agree 100%. Why don't people think about this?!
Hi I’m from FNQ, Aus. Most huskies up here stink. They have a big following & there’s lots of people who love them but it’s unfortunate that their loving owners don’t have the ability to balance their bills & the maintenance Husky’s require so I kind of immediately assume their coat is all gross & I’m not a fan. They demand attention so I kinda feel they can be rude & owners think it’s cute but it’s not. A lot of people are moving up here from the colder regions (which yea, makes no sense) so there’s a housing crisis & I cannot believe the amount of how do I get my dog to stop howling in shared accomodation posts. It’s tragic that people are this stupid & enjoy shaving years off their dogs life for a tropical instagram pic with their dog.
my first dog was a wolf shepherd mix. Great dog I socialized the heck out of him. I was 16. He lived to be 11 1/2. After that I researched the heck out of breeds and went from there. Alk my dogs were on the extra large size including my first one. Now I amm retired. I have an old huge bloodhound a 4 year old rough collie and a 7 month old english sheepdog. The last two are our old age dogs small enough to lift if we have to. I cant do small dogs. I have an acre and a half fenced in rural and a summer place where they can swim or run around and enough grandchildren they can play with besides us.
I went with purbreds because I had a good idea of the personalities and the pros and cons if what to expect. I researched the breeders I bought from and used common sense before I bought. Never bought to breed or show. Always for pet. I spent the time to train to socialize and kept up my vet visits. Fed them well.
A well bred English Lab are sound and I've always loved working with them. Thank you for your service. My cousin and his dad were hardcore Marines and even had a dog named Jarhead
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I’ve owned a kennel and daycare for almost 12 years and have personally cared for and handled over 6000 dogs. From that POV, I can totally appreciate what you are saying, especially about people getting the wrong dog based on looks. In our area, it’s the Border Collies and Aussies that are constantly put in the wrong situation - apartments, small yards, in town on streets with elementary schools, etc. From the boarding/daycare side, I sincerely wish I had set breed restrictions when I got started. I would ban hounds of any and all sizes as well as Huskies and there is a single reason. NOISE. It’s one thing to have multiple dogs barking, but add baying at ship harbor decibels and howling/yipping/singing/talking incessantly to the mix and it really makes me question my career decisions. 😂😂😂 My heart also drops when one of them gets booked. Totally get you! 👍🏼
My migraines could never take on huskies or akitas 😂 but I do adore the great big blood hounds and their deeper tones.
Baying at ship harbor decibels 😂😂😂
@@wa86000I heard that!
We have a walker coonhound we board periodically and the young guy who is always there is so excited to see him every time, and at every pick up tells me he is going to miss him. Sure, he’s a vocal dog - but also so affectionate that everyone loves him.
@@cs4849 I agree that hounds have great personalities! It gets a little tough to remember that though when your eardrums are bleeding 😆😆
I've had three Huskies over 30 years, two males and a female. My first was 3 months when I got him and I knew nothing about the breed. He was insanely smart and trained quickly on everything. As he aged, I called him my hall monitor because he would train my second Husky, an abused rescue girl with severe anxiety issues. She greatly benefited from her big brother's direction. My third was an abandoned rescue. I did nothing to train him, he came to me completely kennel and potty trained. He just wanted to be hugged and played with. He was Jaxon, I just lost him in January at almost 15. The love and companionship was well worth some of the training and issues that came with each. I have just rescued my fourth, a Husky Malamute mix who was 8 weeks when I got her. She is by far the hardest to train, but I know with work, she will be awesome. Huskies are not for everyone, but they are the only ones for me. 🐺❤️
@Jaxthewonderhusky I agree that huskies aren't for everyone they are extremely unique , mine is extremely intelligent and very willing to work as a partnership, his behaviour is impeccable (except recall when deer are about ) I'm careful where he goes off lead because he's got an extremely high prey drive, beautiful special dogs I love all dogs but huskies are just incredible if you have the right attitude
@juliecrowe5252 the only thing I've never done with any of mine is let them off lead. I've always lived in communities with leash laws and just too afraid of traffic and other distractions.
@Jaxthewonderhusky I'm very careful where I let mine off lead , I use a long line in forests and woodland, he's great in fields and parks , always better to be safe
All your huskies have been so lucky to have you ❤️
@@RogueWave2030thanks, but I feel like the lucky one to have had these amazing fur kids. I only wish they lived longer than 15. 🐺❤️
On my second Shar Pei. They are super stubborn and take more patience and effort to train than most other breeds. On the flip side, a well trained and socialised shar-pei is a joy to have in the family. Super loyal, good guard dogs and entertaining makers of weird noises (snoring, snortling and purring like cats).
I totally agree with your sentiments. Our Shar Pei Ivan was the most peculiar dog we have ever been around . Very aloof even as a puppy . He was so independent. But , as the years went on, he became very loving . Yes , they do make the best sounds in the canine world. I only wish they did not have so many health issues . Lost Ivan to mast cell cancer at five years old . Rest easy little man .❤😊
@lizstallard9902. Losing a pet is tough. Rest easy Ivan.
I had a shar pei years ago ,rescued him as a 4,1/2 month pup he'd been neglected and I suspect beaten was offered him by owners relative I didn't really want him but when told no one wanted him and was to be put down I put him in the car and took him home gave him plenty of love and nice big yard to run around turned out to be the best guard dog I ever had ,couldn't really trust him with other people except my mum i live alone so suited me perfectly ,let him out he was alright but when in the yard behind the gate he wanted to maul enyone that came to close a couple smart arses found out the hard way very quiet dog but if he started barking or growling you new to go check it out ,had him 3 weeks short of 16 years died in his sleep in his bed dam I miss him
I have a cairn crossed with a Jack Russell terrier - omg I love him so much but the most complicated dog I’ve ever had! Very fierce, so prey driven I never let him off the lead if there are roads within a mile or so but incredibly loyal, a real softie who needs so much love and cuddles 🥰
We have a Jack Russell and Pit Bull mix. It was love at first sight. We nicknamed him Crackhead. He is the sweetest dog ever yet high energy and has a high prey drive too.
I have two cairn terriers. They are a total delight. Yes, they're stubborn and a handful, but they're funny, intelligent, and easily trained due to their food obsession. I love Jack Russells too. Terriers for life!
Cairns are the best dogs!!! I had, trained, and bred 3 litters of them. We trained many other dogs as well but Cairns are my favs. They're smart as heck but not typically destructive and I've never come across a mean 1 in all the years I've been around them. Did any of y'all get a climber? Our first female had a son that could clear a 8ft fence in roughly 3 secs when the mood took him lol. Luckily he would just wait on the other side for his owner to retrieve him (training is a must as always). His sister had a daughter that would climb the side of her owner's house up to roof so she could bark in the birds's (that she hated) faces lol. All of ours could climb but only those 2 of our line actually did regularly.
We've always had Cairns and they are fantastic. Some good training and daily long walks make them easy to live with. They want to be with you. Best dogs ever.
@lel7841 my boy loves rock climbing at the beach. One of my friend's cairn terrier climbed a tree. This tree had a low branch that he hopped on and away he went.
I’m a dachsie mom, and I absolutely love them - my guy is 9 years old and absolutely the sweetest, most loving dog I’ve ever known. He loves everyone, especially women. He’s a long haired, and I think they have a better disposition than smooth haired, who can be aloof with strangers. But yes, stubborn and not easy to house train. But what fun personalities!
You are spot on about the disposition of long hairs vs. smooth coat. I owned smooth coats all my life. Now I own two long hairs.
Hey Will, a random Aussie here. I've been training dogs for many years. My client base is small & only through word of mouth, from previous clients. I only take on average 10 to 12 clients a year. Due to personal/physical/mental issues. A couple of my least favourite dog breeds to work with are: 1: Old English Sheep Dogs, I've only trained a hand full of them, but they seem to be problematic & stubborn, (stubbornness clash). 2: Dachshund, I agree with your analysis.100% 3: The final one is a personal preference thing. I'm very hesitant to take on training Pugs'. I'd tend to send them to other trainers. I suppose I've not had too many good experiences with training Pugs'. I just don't for a connection with Pugs'. Cheers Mate, Keep up the great work. I've seen a few of your videos & I like what I see.
I dont like working with any doodle dogs. I have worked with so many and met only one that had any sense. They all seem so dim witted and scatter brained and lots of behavior issues.
AFAIC anyone breeding Pugs should go to jail for animal abuse. Imagining intentionally breeding dogs that will get sleep apnoea & asthma by the age of 5
@@BosomBuddyCreations Sounds like Cocker Spaniels could be added to doodle list.
@@mickvonbornemann3824 I just can't train Pugs, not only for what you said. I've never meet a Pug I liked.
Pugs are just unabashedly stupid. Like, exceptionally braindead 😂
Honorable mention could go to the Miniature Schnauzer. An extremely cute dog, but has an attitude that is way bigger than their physical size. Will talk back, too. We rescued one as a puppy a decade ago. He has psychological problems due to early trauma, which magnifies this breed's strong-mindedness. But my wife and I could not imagine life without him.
Yeah guy my mom married has one of these. It’s not even potty trained.
I have to disagree, largely because you have specified that yours was traumatized from bad handling. If trained well and attentively early on, they are excellent dogs which respond very well to hierarchy and command. While they do definitely have personality, they are generally quite smart and friendly. Within the home they can be like little alarms, but they generally have the instincts only to bark at visitors rather than bite - because they tend to be territorial but not aggressive - and in my experience they also tend to both relax about it quickly and accept guests after a few minutes if their owners do. And with their owner families they are generally very laid back and obedient - same goes for guests they are acquainted with. Mine has always been very playful as well, and loves to snuggle, even with particular family friends.
@@TheVeggiekat That's totally and completely on the owner, not the dog.
My first pup came to me when I was in the 4th grade. A Shepherd/Collie mix. Easy to train, great dog. Years later I took on a Siberian and I took it camping and set her down and she took off like the Devil was after her...I'm 63 now and have rescued and purchased some excellent dogs but now I'm beat up, low energy and have a working class German Shepherd who deserves a much younger owner. He's superb in every way but I wish I would've found him 15 years earlier..Instincts in dogs are so deeply engrained that all one has to do is look back to see the history and development of the breed. Here in the US people breed pit bulls just to sell pups with no regard to temperament etc and our shelters are flooded with rejected young pits that were given up. I'm surprised there are no laws..
This where in many cases, mixed breeds are often better. We had a golden retriever, husky, St. Bernard mix. He was mostly Golden looking but he had the stamina of the other two. It also balanced health wise as he didn't have any joint or other health concerns until 19.
And a lot of people "rescue" dogs when they have no experience handling or caring for a large, hyperactive, untrained dog. Always women, always have the dog in a stupid harness (and they have NO CONTROL over the dog).
Shepard/ Collie mix is a great mix. I had one in the 70s. Lucy was her name, and she was the best.
Ive had dachshunds all my life , I have 2 now andI love them. They are perfect for me..
They will love you with their whole heart.
My family has been Dachshund owners for decades. I think my ancestors came to the USA with Dachshunds in tow. They are most certainly couch potatoes, loyal, loving, silly and super cuddly. But they are also stubborn and tenacious as heck. Fearless to a fault, and do not recognize authority. I love them to bits.
Had 3 dachshunds, got 1st one after my son came home from Kindergarten & a girl had brought one to Show & Tell & he wanted one. Coco was a red standard & she even moved to Singapore with us & was a sweetheart. My next 2 were minis, one has passed, the other is 14 & a blind, insulin dependent diabetic who can still find her way to the potty papers. They were all girls. She’s right by me now on the sofa & my Giant male German Shepherd rescue is on the other side. 2 German dog breeds, vastly different sizes, but the same big, sweet, goofy personalities.
We had a big black dachs almost forty years ago, I miss her still ❤.
Once an unknown person entered the house and went to our old weak grandma. The dachs intervened forcefully, she jumped from two steps directly at his belly. And she had BIG teeth!
The intruder, an uncle from the other side of the family, was not bitten but has a shock for sure 😂
Grandma was so weak she could barely stand, therefore the dachs felt protective.
She has never bitten earnestly even provoked.
I am afraid the dachs today have longer bodies and shorter legs.
Is diabetes a thing with Dachshunds? I knew someone that had one that for the last 5 years of it's life came down with it and needed insulin.
I can relate as someone has been owned by many dachshunds.
When I saw this on my feed, I knew Dachshunds would be on this list. After 30 years, I’d never imagine ever having any other kind of dog, but I know exactly what you mean about them requiring special attention and as stubborn a demeanor as their own. We’ve rescued a few who started out with families that thought a cute little weenie dog would be so much fun…
Dachshunds together with Jack russel terrier’s simply miss the will to please because they are bred to work on their own. When you get one you get buddy but never a subservient follower. Either you are okay with that or you got the wrong dog. I really enjoy my Jack Russel Foxterrier mix but this dog is certainly not for everyone. Sky high energy levels together with a massive hunting drive make it totally wrong for a coach potato.
@@svenweihusen57my Australian Terriers are the same. I've always had terriers and these two ate on another level. I'm fortunate enough to live by a beach in Australia and my two run with border collies and kelpies 😂
@ my dog runs along my bicycle for 2 miles, takes a 40-60walk and runs back 2 miles on a daily base. I have her for 7 year and never clipped her nails because there simply isn’t anything to clip.
@@svenweihusen57Buddy is the EXACT way to u destined the human-dachshund relationship. We have two and we are their buddies. Sometimes they listen and do what we ask, sometimes they don’t. But I love them so much.
@@svenweihusen57 we had visitors over who were worried about getting a dog because they’d had friends with big Retrievers and such and that was a little too much for them. When they met my girl Molly, who could take or leave people as she pleased, they left thinking about looking into a more self-reliant breed~ ^_^
I worked in rescue centre.
I agree with husky and sharpie.
Huskies are so independent and can be harder to read than some other breeds. They can be so ignorant and aloof is about right.
Sharpie have usually got issues. One attacked me in her kennel and lucky she had her buster collar on because that save me from being bitten. She saw red and no matter what I did I couldnt stop her attacking. I was forced to hold on to her collar in one hand and with the protection of the buster collar, use the other hand to block her bites. Lucky reception staff could hear her from upstairs making very aggressive sounds that got them running down and supervisor got a slip lead around her and pulled her away. They see red and that's it, I tried to use sweet voice saying walking, I tried firm voice. She was obviously frightened for some reason because she peed herself but then, so did I lol.
Shar-Peis were originally bred as fighting dogs. So were Chow Chows.
Very surprised to not see akita in this list, I know a training who openly told me he doesn't train them and out right refuses to. Apparently if you don't correct them hard enough they ignore you and if you correct them too hard they come for you. I have one and she's a sweetheart, total opposite of what he said, but I've met some right grumpy ones.
I have an Akita of 10 years age and we have such a strong bond. But yes, they kind of do what they want 😆 its just that most of the time he'll decide in favour of what I want to do. You need to be every bit as stubborn as they are. Its a good match for me!
@@medwayhospitalprotest Mine is a sweetheart, no aggression toward anything at all. If someone is sus to her she'll have a little bark maybe but its rare. Her parents are AKC and her grandad is a crufts winner so she is from good lines she is just a little watered down maybe. We did talk about getting another akita but she's spoiled us so much with her sweetness it won't be the same.
got an akita cross staffy. She loves a cuddle and is really calm. She will do what I want when I have food in my hand but is generally pretty independent. But like the person above said, she is sociable so will mostly decide to do what I want.
I like the “mostly” agree to do what I want in this comment thread 😂
Yeah, any Akita I've had as a client they always have the same "game face". I took my daughter to train a therapy dog and there was an Akita in the classes and I could not believe the temperment on this dog, he was like a goofy Lab. The owner then got another Akita and she could not handle the typical Akita.
My first ever personal dog was a rescue Shar-pei. I adored her, loved her so much and she was an amazing dog.
Unfortunately she got attacked by another dog several times and became reactive (she never bit even when she got attacked but would bark and pull). Her only other issue was separation anxiety.
I had her very well trained in all other aspects. I wish other people kept their dogs on leads as it would have saved me a lot of grief.
It's been years since she passed and I'm finally ready to get another dog.
I'll be picking up my new chihuahua puppy soon.
Omg! ❤❤
It is refreshing to hear the stark truth said about the breeds without actually deterring owning the breed
Every breed has its difficulties and nothing makes me angrier the someone getting a breed only based on looks just to be aggravated or upset with their behavior because they didn't research the breed to see if they were a good fit. That's how purebreds end up in shelter's and huskies end up there a lot. Bottom line is that you are not willing to dedicate yourself to your pet, no matter the issue, then just don't get one. Puppies of any breed are lots of work but some are more work as adults
I have a NAID, which are mostly Husky, but are also cross bred with malamute and German Shepherds. The purpose of the dog is to give them a wolfish appearance, while making them easier to train and less annoying than the typical sled dog. After health, our breeder was specifically focused on producing dogs with high trainability. We got him to have a large, family friendly, but healthy dog (our last dog was a Bernese, but they are so short lived we didn't get another). He was really easy to train, never runs off, has great off leash recall, isn't destructive, loves the family, yet has no problem being alone. He can run forever outside, but is calm and lazy inside. He definitely required active training, but he picked up on it quickly and was happy to comply once he learned.
However, there is no one in the world who could have prepared me for the amount of hair this dog sheds. There is no way to keep up with it, and after you vacuum and sweep and de-shed everything, you just start over again immediately. The joke is that they shed really heavily twice a year when they blow their coat. It's just that no one mentions they blow coat for six months each time. And some of these dogs do Embark with grey wolf DNA (our dog was at 11%), which even 1% is illegal in some places, so that can be a drawback depending where you live. But he basically looks like a larger, wolfier version of a husky, but was a peach to train and is easy to live with (besides the hair). I am sure it's not universal (as it is much more difficult to predict the temperament of a hybrid dog breed), but we have had a great experience with the NAID we have.
Get dachshunds and jack russels for the farm, not the house. Funny, my Jackies and Dackles are outside catching snakes and rodents, but the collosal boerboel is inside. They make a fabulous farm team. The small pests are kept in check and madam bloof bloof, the boerboel, comes out to take care of baboons and the predatory cats.
so either you live in africa, or you live in that place where all the monkeys at the research facility got out
@@spacechicken527 I cackled at your comment! ^_^
I am on my second Jack. I don’t live on a farm but I do have a back yard with a dog door and fence. I feed the squirrels for my Jack to watch and chase. I am a highly active person and she goes everywhere I go except when I go to work. I love to walk and jacks have energy and stamina. We will walk sometimes 5+ miles in a day. As long as you keep them engaged in what you are doing they will be ready to sleep by the end of the day.
@spacechicken527 yep, Namibia. Right in the heart of the oldest desert in the world. No research monkeys here to spread the zombie virus. Just a few baboons, hell bent on killing my sheep and a lone hyena that's been sneaking around.
Here in Germany people choose Dachshounds (we call them Dackel) for their personality and character, you cannot manipulate them and they are known for their loyalty and their hunting abilities.I have seen these small guys on driven shoots attacking wild boar absolutely fearless. I grew up around them and love them, but would not bring one in my family now because we have four dogs( Setters and Terriers) and that would stress him out. They need a lot of attention.
My husband and I rescued a Siberian husky mix last year. He is an absolutely beautiful dog and the cutest thing I’ve ever seen in my life! But I am also a long distance runner and as soon as he is old enough, he is going to be my running buddy and we are going to do canicross together! He is definitely very hard to train though and can be very stubborn, but working with a trainer has been immensely helpful for us!
We had a Siberian Husky/Bernese Mountain Dog cross but she looked 100% Husky. She was free and obviously an oops breeding. She was too smart for her own good, an escape artist-fence climber, stray cat chaser! She never went after our cats in the house but outside was fair game to her. She wasn't formally trained until she was about six because we didn't know there was a kennel club giving classes until we got our Cocker Spaniel girl. I got her Canine Good Citizen certification and she also competed in AKC Rally and got her Rally Novice title. She lived to be 16 years old and definitely I was drawn to her beautiful looks, her face markings were so perfect and symmetrical and she had beautiful brown eyes. She was great with people and children and I could let a complete stranger pet her with no problems or fear of aggression. She was my heart dog and I miss her even now after 9 years without her.
Not sure those things make a dog smart. I find that Huskies aren’t super intelligent
What on earth is wrong with you that you allow your bitch to chase cats?
Ex husky owner. Never again. My best experience has been the Dogo Argentino. She learned the task after one session. I could wait months or even years later before asking her to remember. She always came in clutch. RIP Goldie!
I’ve had a lot of dogs and majority have been amazing but my best boy ever is my adopted Great Pyrenees.
Yes, VERY nice dogs!
I have a Dachshund and Alaskan Malamute. My Malamute I have been able to train to do practically anything. It wasn't easy, but we got there. She's amazing off leash, has great focus, and actually cares about what I have to say. I have tried to teach the same things to my Dachshund and he basically just calls me a bitch everytime lol. I know how to work with my Malamute, but training my Dachshund is a whole different story.
😂 How well I know.
One does not simply “train” a dachshund
Wow.
You know how to pick them
I’ve had 4 dachshunds over the years and they were all great, but they definitely obey only when they feel like it. They’re absolutely fearless, and great lap dogs (when they’re done saving the world from all varmints real and imagined)
As a 55 year long dog trainer, you are spot on. The breeds suited to most people are dogs bred to work WITH humans. Pretty much gundog and herding breeds !! Of those breeds show dogs are bred for how they “ stack” in a show ring so there temperament stability and cooperation is quite often poor. I have judged show champions so spooky you couldn’t put your hand on them .
The Dachshund ( badger dog) is in Germany also known as Dackel or Teckel. It was breeded to hunt annimals, living in caves under the earth, therefore the short legs This breed is known for stubbornes (?), in german Sturheit, are not easy to train. Perhaps this is the reason, why in swabian part of Germany Dackel and Halb ( half) Dackel is an insult!
I legit hate huskies. I have lost 4 chickens and a rabbit in the past several years, on MY fully fenced property, to random loose huskies and huskie mixes. Horrible dogs for urban environments, especially when 90% of the people who own them are idiots.
3:23 the only thing my doxie likes to do is chill on the couch so far and we’re trying to get him into more things 😩 it’s absolutely wild how obsessed with the couch little dude is. Thankfully not resource guarding it… yet 😂
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I love this video. You do a great job of explaining WHY the breeds don't work for the average dog owner. I'm a collie owner. Yes, original plain ol' collies. Easy to train, easy to care for, not a ton of medical issues, not high energy so a play session or one walk a day is fine. I don't understand why they aren't popular anymore.
My aunt and uncle had a collie when I was a kid. He was a perfect dog. Very easy going, well behaved. They owned a confectionary and he would hang out, did not jump on people, just liked to lay around and be around his people.
I totally agree! I always wanted a collie as a child. At one point as an adult I had a dog sitting business and sat regularly for some collies, which only confirmed that they were my ideal breed. We finally got one half a year ago after my husband and I stopped living internationally, and she is amazing. Intelligent, willing - ie. so easy to train, laid back, super friendly with strangers, affectionate.. I could go on and on. She attracts a lot of attention when I walk her because she's so beautiful and friendly. I often have cars stop and people tell me how pretty she is! I also don't understand why they're not popular anymore. My Shalom is the local ambassador for the breed!
I thought it was frequency illusion noticing so many dachshunds lately, but you've just confirmed it. I think most new owners think, small, cute, must be suitable for city living..... That's a disaster waiting to happen. My uncle who was a dog trainer had 2 wire-haired dachshunds, Brutus and Ceasar, that he used for bite work demos. Their drive was amazing, they would not let go of the bite suit's leg ;) They of course also enjoyed the agility tunnels. And Brutus also loved showing what 'the girls in Paris do', flipping over on his back and running in the air, as if he was dancing the Can-Can. ;) But these two lived a very different life from those who have to navigate city life and have not much outlet for their dachshund traits.
My friends Dachsund is a proper roughy toughy. Full of energy, tenacity and attitude ❤
As a husky owner, I always say "I didn't get a husky because I wanted a dog, I got a husky because I wanted a husky!"
You're spot on, they are an entire species unto themselves.
Unless you are prepared to start doing cani-cross, bike-joring, or sledding...don't get a husky!
Spot on. I got my Siberian and started cani I- cross, hiking, and bought a Canadian kick sled that we both learned how to run. We had 14 wonderful years together…I miss him so much.
I grew up with Samoyeds, and have always wondered if the Husky was similar. I recall the Samies being stubborn and high energy; yet quite a bit of down time too.
@TogotheCombo huskies are just the most amazing creatures. Mine is a little angel that he loads of exercise stimulation he's a joy to go out with , loves to be the centre of attention, chatty friendly , a little demanding, charming sweet ,gentle, mischievous, he's just delightful
Give me winter, give me dogs, an you can keep the rest.... 😀😀😀
My first dog was a husky. You are true: Huskys are no dogs, huskys are huskys.👍
Had a stubborn husky but the collie/golden retriever mix practically trained himself. One of the smartest dogs I've known and a big goofball. The collie came out when playing as he tried to herd me. 😂Took very few tries to train him to do something.
Before the internet was available, most people chose a dog based upon their image, and truly had no idea of the skills, time, and patience required by the humans that would purchase or adopt them as companions or family members. This same problem exists with parrots, but that is another story. In my twenties through my early fifties I was fortunate to have Doberman's, German Shepherd's, and even a Rottweiler. Back then, I was car camping all over remote sections of CO and UT, and these breeds were my favorite. From my mid fifties until now at 73, my breed of choice has been the Standard Poodle. Similar to a Macaw, they are very intelligent and playful. But unlike a Macaw that leave wood chips, feathers, and food all over the floor, the Standard Poodle does not shed their hair all over our home like the breeds mentioned previously. Both the Macaws and the dogs I have been fortunate to share my life with all seem to respond best with positive reinforcement-based training. Thankfully I was able to meet a few trainers in my youth that only used these methods to build trust with their dogs and their parrots. Negative reinforcement training also has a place with both parrots and dogs, but this does not involve any physical contact.Thank you for sharing this video, I completely agree with your experience, and hope more people will spend more time researching the specific needs of each dog breed (or parrot species) before buying or adopting one.
Had quite a few Dachshunds when young and we even put one through the obedience trials with success. Our Dachys were lovable fun little dogs, super friendly and great house dogs as they don't shed or have that doggy smell as most others do. Im going back over 50 years and not sure what the breed is like now but back then they were great!
I wanted a husky some years ago because I wanted a working dog. Instead I brought home a Samoyed. She was the most loving, attentive, calm dog I ever had. She was as good indoors as outdoors. I used her for skiing although lacked tractive effort to do much more than pull on level terrain. I miss Shondie dearly.
My friend who was a foster parent also had a female Samoyed who treated the children like her puppies. If one of the kids ran off she would track down the child
I love Rottweilers. Ive had at lest 1 since 86. My last girl is where she always is. Laying on my feet.
Love all my rotties.
You people love your, “Rotties,” no other breed has tried to bite me randomly more. They only get on with their immediate family circle. And they get treated like big ugly children, then the rest of the population outside of your home, has to deal with the liability.
We had an unplanned rescue of a neighbor's dog that they abandoned. Didn't realize it was a SharPei mix. Oh my lord, never met such a stubborn dog in all our years. He was smart but pretty much immovable. Loyal to us but mostly unfriendly to everyone and every other dog. Definitely would not recommend to owners who aren't experienced strong leaders. You don't really "train", you negotiate. 😂 Very independent minded breeds. We found him an excellent forever home with a family without kids who had one before.
Sounds like my Bullterrier x Swiss White Sheperd Mix, a stray from Spain :)
I can respect and appreciate this video. One of my favorite breeds to work with was the Chihuahua. I am a GSD fan through and through and I find the Chihuahua to have a similar drive to work and please.
I’m not a smalll dog person, but I would like to own a Chihuahua to train and show people that they are smart enough to learn and that they will be better for it. They are more than yappy ankle biters. 😊
people abuse chihuahuas so much for attention, "Look my dog's so aggressive." Maybe if you'd treat it like a dog and not a stuffed animal, it'd be better.
Chihuahuas are extremely smart and trainable! Mine took first places in AKC/UKC obedience trials, got championships on both, so much fun! People tend to not treat them like a dog and that shows in their behavior issues in 90% of them. My favorites are Chihuahua’s and heeler breeds, both are super smart, but the heeler’s are a challenge! 😂 If you know you know❤
Huskies are not for the faint-hearted and not for people that need to rule they are free spirits they are a dog that think that they are calculated , they have energy levels that are just unbelievable, most have an extremely high prey drive, if you can commit to meeting their needs which basically is a 24 hour 7 days a week 365 days a year commitment, in return you will have the most amazing soul mate , mine is the most amazing creature on the planet, but i agree wirh Will they really don't want to be trained they like to please themselves, mine is a cheeky mischievous little monkey, but also an absolute little angel he comes everywhere with me , life is an adventure but huskies are just not a suitable dog for most people
Exceptional advice from a learned professional, appreciate the perspective. I have a female golden and a male American Akita. Two dogs that couldn't be more different in temperament but they get along swimmingly because there's zero competition between them. The golden seeks attention far more than the Akita, he's happier to sit back and watch or play along without having to be first in line. The golden is more food centric and the Akita doesn't compete with her for food, even though he's twice her size and could easily overpower her to get the food. Her being the older dog helps, too, I think. He grew up with her and never saw her as 'beneath him' in the pecking order. Now, if things ever went sideways, he'd knock her and a wall down to get in between his family and anything he felt was a threat to us. So, they work wonderfully together in our family dynamic.
Easiest dogs I've trained have been Pitbulls. We have been lucky, ...we started with a (mostly) German Shepherd first that was a great dog when our children were born and while they were young kids. Next up was a female Labrador who was more work to train but grew to be a great adult dog. Next up came a (1-2 year old) adult Pitbull from the shelter who had been running stray. This was the easiest dog I've ever had and I've had dogs since I was five years old (I'm 65 now). While owning that Pitbull (Loki) I was able to take in, train and find good forever homes for seven other Pitbulls. They were all easy to train or rehabilitate with the help of Loki. I love most breeds of dogs but the Pitbull is what I will have for the rest of my life.
As a trainer, I love working with pitbulls
Nice video. Rare to see a trainer speak so honestly.
We had a dachshund living with us on the ranch. He ended up being a terrific mountain lion tracker in his later years! He taught our other dog what that scent was.
To clarify…if we knew a lion had been around he would track it hours later. We didn’t let him out when the lion was present.
Dachshunds are so complex in my experience. They are bloodthirsty hunters, first-rate bed cuddlers and stubborn as hell.
Now I have a border collie who just happened into my life. She loves me with her whole heart but she's so sensitive, she needs a very delicate hand & a lot of extra patience at training.
I enjoyed your video very much and I'm going to check out your training information.
Had multiply breeds over 40 years then after 8 months without a dog we got a farm breed Border Collie oh my so so intelligent for the first 2 years it was a steep learning curve she outsmarted us many times including turning the bath taps on we knew about the herding and nipping so that was ok
Faé turned 2 and suddenly became the most amazing dog we’ve ever had ❤❤
But again a dog not for first time owners
They are smart and you have to be 2 steps ahead of them. Definitely not for the first time owner
Our Border Collie figured out how to use the handicap accessible doors to let herself out of the house at inappropriate times.
The accessible doors lead to an enclosure with a six foot retaining wall. No issues, just run to gain some speed and then jump out of the enclosure.
Anything to bark at the leaf blower from two feet away.
My favorite dog of all time was a German Shorthair Pointer. My brother got ACE for hunting and he did that naturally. No one had to really train him. He was excellent. Ace was an outside dog until one cold winter when I brought him inside the house. Ace ripped my my brother's couch apart , so I kept Ace in a dog crate for 2 days before I gave him run of the house. He was 10 years old at this point and my brother said I would never train him to be in the house. Not so, he never once had an accident in the house, he would look at me a certain way when he needed to go out. He never ruined anything in the house and was so polite, would more or less ask before he would jump up by me. We communicated through subtle looks and sounds. He was so gentle. So intelligent. I never had a dog like that who knew what I was thinking. He lived to be 14. I really miss him to this day.
I adore the very characteristics of the Siberian Husky that you mention as to why they're so miserable to train. That's not a criticism of your analysis, they are crazy independent, vocal, athletic, etc., and I love and appreciate all those qualities. Best of all, they have a mischievous, sparkling, and often goofy personality.
He’s a lazy trainer….a husky won’t listen to you so I hate them🤦🏻♂️
@@DP-jaja Thats not necessarily a fair assessment, a lot of Huskies and the entire spitz/primitive breed group are generally 'harder' to train because they dont have the same level of will to please and they think and value more independently. This does not mean they are untrainable, or stupid in any way, but it does pose a different set of difficulties from your typical average working or companion breed. As a trainer if you don't acknowledge this you are a liar, or just plain ignorant. And that ONLY focusing on the dogs or breeds, then you suddenly have to involve a human into the mix and suddenly everything is a hundred times harder. Certain types of people tend to get attracted to certain types of looking dogs, usually dogs they have no business having. I could almost guess that in some cases the owner of huskier are worse to deal with than the actual dogs.
@ not sure why you are replying to me as I totally agree with you 🤷🏻♂️
@@DP-jaja because based on your comment it seemed like you judged this trainer for not enjoying working with huskies. And that it would make him lazy.
@@Akiraphoto oh I am definitely judging this guy; calling him “lazy” was being charitable….I’ve had huskies in the past and I agree with everything you wrote….it is a clear and thoughtful.
I completely agree regarding dachshunds. We got one because my husband grew up with one, and I wanted a hiking companion. Except, he doesn't like to walk! Not the direction I want to walk, anyway. We have tried so much, dog trainer and behavioral courses. He seems to get more reward from getting his way, than from treats! 😂
And his back is healthy, btw.
Some one who taught me to drive horse and trap inherited a dachshunds when her aunt died. She said he was a poncy little lap dog and despised him, until one day she got fed up with him mincing about her feett in the yard. She picked him up and dumped him in the feed bin. He turned out to be an absoluttly amazing ratter. He would dive into the feed and drag out rats at the rate of shopaholic in a sale. He went from zero to hero in one rat!
Bet he had a ball hunting those rats.
My daughter and her partner fostered, then kept a rescued stud Shar Pei from a puppy mill here in Western Australia. The dog’s breeder did care for the dog, so he wasn’t physically or verbally abused, but didn’t give him the love and attention he needed, and he was kept in a large run for the first 3 years of his life. They were cautious about his character and background so the rescuers brought him over for a “play date”, to see if he got along with their sterilised female Staffy X. She, of course, made it very clear that mating was off the books. I was visiting at the time and couldn’t believe how quickly he backed off and immediately respected every move she made. He never slept on her bed, he would let her go through the doggy door first etc. He is the most loving and affectionate dog, but my daughter patiently spent almost a year slowly helping him to relax and love being cuddled, which he absolutely does love now. He does need to be allowed time to get used to people he doesn’t know, and we respect that as do those who visit. But training him is extremely difficult, and if you want him to come, he will, but you might as well put the kettle on while you wait because he’s as independent as a cat. But we all adore him🥰. You definitely need a lot of patience.
Regarding the Dachs-hund or better Dackel in German I can tell you one thing for sure. Get a German original breed from a good breeder that breeds for hunters. They are different then the american breed-for-the-looks types. I encounterd both in different stages of my life...they dont compare, trust me!
I used to be subbed to this channel and just saw this video in my feed and see that I was no longer subbed. 🤔 Glad to be back!
I’ve had all kinds of dogs since the 60’s, mutts, show dogs and everything in between and my absolute favorite hands down is a Shar Pei. But I’m a very reserved person and I prefer a very reserved dog so for me they’re a perfect fit. I’m keen on Chows too but since I’ve got Grandkids a Shar Pei is better suited for kids. But I do appreciate your opinion as I think most people aren’t best suited for a Shar Pei temperament and needs.
I have a Chow Pei (he looks like a giant teddy bear) very very sweet disposition, so glad I got him (even after hearing all the negativity about both breeds) and I’m a cat person!
Yes he does have selective hearing sometimes but his pluses far outweigh his independent streak.
Oh and they are really quiet dogs (except for the snoring or occasional grunts) only barking when necessary and what a bark that is!!!
@ He sounds like a dream! The best of the cat like breeds imo. I once had a Chow/ Rott mix and he was the most gorgeous dog ever. He looked like a 70 lb version of a Tibetan Mastiff. He was super Chow like too.
We have a dachshund and a Samoyed and they are best friends. My husband is obsessed with the dachshund looks, but he researched for years before getting one. The toilet training has been a challenge and has required years of patience.
I knew the dachshund would be on the list. I actually love the breed, but I found I didn't train the dog. The dog trained me. She would even come to me to let me know i t was time for ALL of us to go to bed. My mother upon seeing that we had acquired a dachshund said, "I thought you were through raising children!"
I have had 3 daschunds and didn't see any problem in training them. They learned fast and were/are very well behaved. The snap thing is common in most of the small breeds. And it would depend on each dog.
DOBERMANS...nothing else even comes close, for me. Beautiful, elegant, athletic, intelligent, intense guard dogs, playful, cuddly, super easy to train, Ive tried other breeds, nothing else works for me. My neighbors loved my dogs, my groomer loved my dogs, my dog sitter loved my dogs....all because they were obedient, enthusiastic, cuddly and super easy to work with. BUT they are INTENSE dogs, and do everything INTENSELY and you must commit to exercising them/running them, the best thing is playing ball/frisbee catch with them UNTIL they are exhausted, which takes 30-45 minutes EVERY DAY, usually twice a day.
Beckman's Dog Training has a wonderful, gorgeous, perfect Dobie named Prince who even helps train other dogs! You should check them out if you love Dobermans
@@dactylichexaphoebster-vx5nv yes ive seen that channel and PRINCELY Prince! isnt he lovely!!!
Very helpful, I intend to own one some day.
Just lost my best boy in July. Best dog ever.
@@RillUK they DO make a lasting impression dont they!!
We have an Alaskan husky we rescued as a 6 mo old puppy. She is a very chill, beautiful dog, and yes, cat like. Now at 4 yo she still has mediocre recall, so no off leash for her , bit we are lucky to have her and we love her very much.
Wooh, Shiba not mentioned, what a relief 😂
He just ran out of time...
Difficult to find an owner who is smarter than their Shiba
My favorite dogs, trainability wise: German Shepherd and Jack Russell - both were so intelligent and eager to please. Maybe I was lucky with my Jack, she simply adores me and obeys my every command, instantly. I can recall her from chasing a squirrel and in a second she's at my heel. Never used a least on her. Funny though both my maltese were also very easy to train but they don't count as they aren't real dogs- almost perfect dog plushies. I currently own an unknown breed sort of looks like a lap/Shepherd mix. Found her abandoned on Natchez Tace 10 years ago. She is so independent, she doesn't care what I say, all she wants is to sleep or eat.😅
A Dachshund is a bit the dog equivalent of a Tunnel rat - hard fighting individualists
I generally like hunting breeds because they're intelligent, pick up on human emotions and cues better and are generally very friendly. English Springer Spaniels in particular. Would love to get a Spangold mix for that Springer personality with some of the Golden Retriever relaxed demeanor.
I would put the American Akita at the front of your list. Imagine a Siberian husky with extreme pray drive and very human aggressive. That’s an Akita.
My neighbor rescued an Akita. Beautiful dog but wants to attack everyone in sight. Luckily he always walks the beast on a leash.
Measured and compassioned. Prospective dog owners will be spared much heartache by watching.
Man I wanted to hear more. I wish I could hear a run down of the pros and cons of any dog I might end up with. I’ll definitely avoid those 3 I had already planned to though after I’ve heard so much about huskies and about dashunds and I’ve heard a little about sharpies being agressive.
What are you looking for? What is your lifestyle?
I shared my life with huskies for 30+ years. I always referred to them as little kids that never grow up. LOL Loved (and still love) the breed, but as I got older, I just couldn't handle them (and their massive fur sheds) anymore. After the last one passed away, I started rescuing senior Chihuahuas, and I adore these little dogs! But, I don't regret any of the years I spent with my huskies. Never a dull moment with them!
You should do a video on choosing a dog but things people never think of like, what colour is the dog? will the hair show up on my floor more? How long is their hair? More brushing? More drying off after a walk? etc. etc.
That information is easy to find. All breeds are well described on the Kennel Club websites (in Canada and US). Just google non shedding dog breeds.
Slobber - the mastiffs, bloodhounds.
Sounds like you have a hair fetish
My experience with dachshunds were all as emergency rescues, as one middle aged adult and two elderly dogs. In that state, older and one grieving the loss of their human, they were good matches for me. They all lived past 15 years and one past 20. Their long lives, I believe is their best feature.
A Dachshund is a fearless hunter, bred for chasing out animals out of their holes, especially badgers. Dachs is german for badger! So imagine this little fellow has the balls to enter a tunnel system full of (very fierce and capable and dangerous) badgers and you know why they are not easy to keep as a couch potatoe. Not kept well they become quite agressive and bity (if that‘s a word) and are hardly intimidated by corrective actions, because I guess a bunch of badgers in a dark tunnel poses much more of a threat to a Dachshund than an average human being 😂
Very validating to hear you say huskies. I've always loved dogs and animals in general, but they are one breed I don't understand wanting as a household pet. Everyone I've known that owns a husky really seems more like the husky owns them.
Dachshund - the best breed. Great little dogs, wouldn't have anything else.
I have only owned dachshunds, from my experience you have to know how to train them well. They’re most loving wonderful dogs. They are very protective & yes they can be very noisy when someone comes to the door or even walks on the property. They have very excellent hearing. This is part of their protective behavior. They truly act like they are a big dog. They are by nature very good hunters ❤❤
I love dashounds, my neighbours had one when I was a kid & I hid there when I'd been misbehaving. He bit anyone who hit a kid. (Normal, in those days) He also bit anyone in a uniform 😂😂😂
Dachshunds not Dashounds.
I chose (another) labrador - 50/50 field/show - in spite of being 76. I wanted a people dog, very attentive, velcro-y, but also quite active: we have 6A in foothills, I am a jogger/hiker, and have trained and shown a couple dogs in my earlier years. Yes, the first year was brutal, as expected, but she is a great family dog and companion now with excellent verbal control and fits our lifestyle perfectly.
Exercise is the great equalizer
This guy is a joke
My daughter returned home with her Malamute. She spent a lot of money civilizing him. As a puppy, his owner had him illegally (outside of apartment lease stipulations) and kept him hidden. The owner got sick and was hospitalized. Nobody knew he had the dog, but my kid was the leasing agent, and there were complaints about noise coming from an empty apartment, so she checked and found him. He was six months old. Severe separation anxiety. She took him home and realized he needed professional training. Like I said, she dropped a chuck of change on him, but he is the sweetest dopiest dog. He likes cats and other dogs. He goes to daycare twice a week. The only problem is his height. He counter-surfs, so don't leave the butter out.
i was volunteering in a dog school for 20 years before moving to a big city and we even had a trainer just for the dachshunds, because they tend to be so stubborn. He was also a breeder, so he knew the race in and out. Everybody else didn't enjoy working with them :)
I have a little havanese girl now myself and she's a pleasure to work with.
Huskys are not dogs - at least not in the form as our culture identifies dogs nowadays.
oh my gosh I love Havanese, they are such delightful little dogs
My family had two long haired daschunds when I was growing up - not at the same time though, and I think they’re such a great breed. They are a lot of work though, very energetic dogs and stubborn but thankfully my dad was a builder so he could take the dog with him everywhere he went and let the dog roam free.
It did result in the dog being left behind not infrequently because as far as dad was concerned if he was ready to go and the dog was coming when he was called he could find his own way home. Which in reality meant one of the workers on the building site would inevitably ring to tell us the dog was hanging around the site can we come get him?
For context we did live in a small city and the dogs had collars with our phone number on it. And no other long haired daschunds that we’d seen at the time so everyone knew they were ours.
I think it has to be a compromise betwen look and behave. For example the Labrador is 100% a good and easy trainable Dog but i absolutely dont like the way they look.
I like the way they look, they are just so common
FMD, dogs aren't fashion accessories!
Then you havent seen my Lab😊
My son in law bought a yellow lab from a seller parked along the road. The guy said he was selling the puppies for a “friend”. I believe they came from a puppy mill. Anyway, Morgan was the best, sweetest dog you would ever want to meet. And she had the most beautifully shaped head. Anytime they asked we’d watch her for them. I would have kept her if I could.
Thank you for making this video! Years ago, I used to breed and show Himalayan cats. I was rare in that I did "train" my cats for the show ring. My friend had a Siberian Husky, and we both laughed about how similar the temperaments were of her dog and my cats. Due to health issues, I had stop with the cats. My daughters wanted a dog and after they did a lot of research, we settled on Cavalier King Charles Spaniels because of their small size and temperament. That was over 30 years ago, and my husband and I still have Cavaliers. And yes, even though they are house dogs, they are trained to be great house dogs and travel companions. Everyone loves them.
Huskies, and Malamutes are known as spitz breeds. They have a high prey drive, pack animals, while beautiful....they need to be worked.