thank you so much. this is a great intro to disc, what would be cool is if you could make a intermediate and advanced disc howto vid. Also what brand or type of disc do you recommend for best value, strength, ease on dogs mouth/gums? thanks again you kick ass!
so the first thing i though when i watched this video was: yaya... come 15 she'll be more into boys than into dogs. so now since this vid is like 2 years old... ya know ;)?
I love dogs though. People come and go, but you are you dog's hero. You can do almost anything to a dog and he'll still love you. They stand by you when some people will turn away. They don't judge and in their eyes, you're always right. ^.~
Zak G. You are the man!!! Your videos are so inspiring I keep watching them over and over to learn your techniques! Thank you so much for all of them! :D You motivated me into getting a dog! I just got it a week ago and I can describe my happiness!!! Once again THANKS!!!
For some reason my sheltie dosent want to bite a plastic frisbee. But she will bite and hold a frisbee that is made out of a silky kind of material. Why does she do that?
plastic is a hard material, especially the plastic frisbee meant for people. They're meant to be caught by hands not by mouths. I taught my dog frisbee with a soft frisbee and transitioned him to the plastic. Just make sure it's a flexible plastic meant for dogs, you can go to the (I don't know the american organization but in Canada it's called CDDA) and see what kind of frisbees they use.
I have a Rottweiler almost 3 month old and is a very happy dog and can't stop playing Ive been trainning her for the past two weeks with the Frisbee and is a lot more calm when is at home. Thanks for the trainning on youre video. I leave in an Island surrounded by beaches is she old enough to show her how to swimm in the ocean?
she may be big enough to start swimming, but the ocean might not be the best place to start. Strong waves and currents may scare her. At that age, you want to make sure her first experience is a positive one, otherwise she may always be afraid of the ocean. Never push a dog to do something they are scared of.
Thank you - we have a six month old mini australian puppy and we want to do this with him. So far he has acted like he does not even see the frisbee. We'll try what you have suggested. This video was great!
not really, they're very active and VERY intelligent, they need a job to do to keep them stimulated, most become destructive if left home alone for too long. That being said, I think if you made sure your dog got plenty of exercise before you left, and maybe tried to get a calmer show line dog, then you might be ok.
Yeah they need a lot of stimulation. A good walk (1hr) before work, a good size yard and a walk/garden-play at night seems to work fine w/ my 6yr old adoptee (now 8 and no signs of destruction).
Of course older dogs need rescue, and a little less interaction.
Oh, they also learn to understand our language!
Totally agree w/ the parent-child view. They just want to please you if your a nice dad/mum .
As talented as you and Venus are - your look at "the big picture" is what touched me the most. The human/dog bond, learning thru teaching and giving dogs a 2nd chance by adopting from shelters - perfect.
"You get what you put in to it" that's really a great quote man. Like in school. It's all about taking the responsibility and knowing that only you are responsible for the knowlege or lack or knowlege you have. Or for example Kobe. He's a great player but very few ppl see the preperation behind the final product you might say.
I have a question... Can you train other dogs besides border collie's? Why do a lot of people use border collie's? Are they easier to train than others?
i know i'm not you but from what I've seen it seems that owners are the best source for training a dog. They know their dog and their personality. Also I have to completely credit you for helping me realize any dog can learn a trick it takes time, patience, and a good owner/trainer.
Thanks Zak - great training video. Like your philosophy. I just posted my first video of me and my fellow Border Collie owners at our dog park. I don't have editing equipment - but just shows how much fun we have. All of our dogs are young - around a year old. They all took to the frisbee right away; but we haven't gotten any formal training. So your videos will be a big help.
oh yea, what frisbee should i start my puppy on? he's 10 weeks old. then what frisbee is the best when he's full grown?
dynasty5278 3 years ago
when should i start my puppy on frisbee? is 10 weeks too early? if so, when should i start?
dynasty5278 3 years ago
thank you so much. this is a great intro to disc, what would be cool is if you could make a intermediate and advanced disc howto vid. Also what brand or type of disc do you recommend for best value, strength, ease on dogs mouth/gums? thanks again you kick ass!
chezzebait 3 years ago
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sikoftyra 3 years ago
GREAT VIDEO!!!!!!!!!
XBCyber 3 years ago
so the first thing i though when i watched this video was: yaya... come 15 she'll be more into boys than into dogs. so now since this vid is like 2 years old... ya know ;)?
thyljia 3 years ago
lol
I'm fifteen and and way more into dogs than boys.
I'm gay so that helps. ^^
I love dogs though. People come and go, but you are you dog's hero. You can do almost anything to a dog and he'll still love you. They stand by you when some people will turn away. They don't judge and in their eyes, you're always right. ^.~
sunshinexbuddy 3 years ago
VERY NICE!!!
INTERGRATEDMA 3 years ago
One of my fav vids of yours Zak!
ImaginaryGodBlessYou 3 years ago
under your eyes are black....u look tired
MrsJohnnyDeppForever 3 years ago
At 0:24 was that your dog?
sidekike3 3 years ago
That is such a great video i have been teaching my dog agility and i think i will get involved with frisbee too. Thanks so much!
Sydney17xoxo 3 years ago
Thank You!
tommydcat 3 years ago
Zak G. You are the man!!! Your videos are so inspiring I keep watching them over and over to learn your techniques! Thank you so much for all of them! :D You motivated me into getting a dog! I just got it a week ago and I can describe my happiness!!! Once again THANKS!!!
Caracas, Venezuela
yohants 3 years ago
Fantatic video Zak! Very informative. PLEASE keep it up!
kivne 3 years ago
2:30 whoopshahahahaha
boohaaa 3 years ago
Thank you Zak. x
whitaker1579 3 years ago
These techniques are really solid. I will be recommending this video to friends.
Peedge80 3 years ago
great vid without your videos my dogs would be lazy and sit around
sneeper65 3 years ago
Thanks a ton, for the great video! I'll try it.
brookie282 3 years ago
When you say 'world class frisbee dogs' is that just a saying or are they really world class?
benanaman 3 years ago
nice!
dustings 3 years ago
This vid was great! I'm trying to teach my dog disc, and I like the idea of putting the disc on a string!! I'm going to try that!
mdoldron 3 years ago 2
How did I end up with the one border collie that won't fetch!!! I wish my dog would learn this stuff!
cloperia 3 years ago
That girl is not 13!!!!!
PowerAcoustic 3 years ago 4
For some reason my sheltie dosent want to bite a plastic frisbee. But she will bite and hold a frisbee that is made out of a silky kind of material. Why does she do that?
GVoccia 4 years ago
plastic is a hard material, especially the plastic frisbee meant for people. They're meant to be caught by hands not by mouths. I taught my dog frisbee with a soft frisbee and transitioned him to the plastic. Just make sure it's a flexible plastic meant for dogs, you can go to the (I don't know the american organization but in Canada it's called CDDA) and see what kind of frisbees they use.
CrazycatExtreme 4 years ago
I have a Rottweiler almost 3 month old and is a very happy dog and can't stop playing Ive been trainning her for the past two weeks with the Frisbee and is a lot more calm when is at home. Thanks for the trainning on youre video. I leave in an Island surrounded by beaches is she old enough to show her how to swimm in the ocean?
financialplannerpr 4 years ago
she may be big enough to start swimming, but the ocean might not be the best place to start. Strong waves and currents may scare her. At that age, you want to make sure her first experience is a positive one, otherwise she may always be afraid of the ocean. Never push a dog to do something they are scared of.
CrazycatExtreme 4 years ago
Thanks for the comments will try to find calm waters to make a pleasent experience for her I think it you be a great work out for them
financialplannerpr 4 years ago
Thanks for this great lesson!
rigbyandbamse 4 years ago
Thank you - we have a six month old mini australian puppy and we want to do this with him. So far he has acted like he does not even see the frisbee. We'll try what you have suggested. This video was great!
lizandjes 4 years ago
Enjoyed this.
My Lab is 3 and I would like her to enjoy disc,just in the backyard.
She does love toys,so I`m going to try and transition her using that 2 litre bottle.
I have found her taking those out of the recycling box and playing with them.
Going to add this to the player also.
tupper53 4 years ago
Do Border Collies do well whne nobodys home and would they stay in a kennel while the kids are at skool?
WdpBaller888 4 years ago
not really, they're very active and VERY intelligent, they need a job to do to keep them stimulated, most become destructive if left home alone for too long. That being said, I think if you made sure your dog got plenty of exercise before you left, and maybe tried to get a calmer show line dog, then you might be ok.
CrazycatExtreme 4 years ago
Yeah they need a lot of stimulation. A good walk (1hr) before work, a good size yard and a walk/garden-play at night seems to work fine w/ my 6yr old adoptee (now 8 and no signs of destruction).
Of course older dogs need rescue, and a little less interaction.
Oh, they also learn to understand our language!
Totally agree w/ the parent-child view. They just want to please you if your a nice dad/mum .
StonedSidney 4 years ago
i wish i started training dogs at her age... my one regret in life
ahan16 4 years ago
As talented as you and Venus are - your look at "the big picture" is what touched me the most. The human/dog bond, learning thru teaching and giving dogs a 2nd chance by adopting from shelters - perfect.
DogNation13 5 years ago
"The way to learn is through teaching" - YES!
Is there a way for me to give this TEN stars?
curt344 5 years ago
How old are you Zak?
satinpetal 5 years ago
We pick up our new pup next week and we will be eating, sleeping, living frisbee together. Thanks for putting together the videos.
djbublitz 5 years ago
ive always tried to make my dog do something...and if he couldnt learn in one day
id give up
youve inspired me to "not give-up"
PandyPandy 5 years ago
"You get what you put in to it" that's really a great quote man. Like in school. It's all about taking the responsibility and knowing that only you are responsible for the knowlege or lack or knowlege you have. Or for example Kobe. He's a great player but very few ppl see the preperation behind the final product you might say.
xleax 5 years ago
i got a pug, look at my videos, and he wont do anything what i tell him!! help he is a nice pain in the ass :)
nelsonica2007 5 years ago
PUGS RULES MY PUGS ON MY LAP LOL!
purple0wnzpwnz 5 years ago
lol. I love pugs too. ^.^
CitrusFruit 5 years ago
I have a question... Can you train other dogs besides border collie's? Why do a lot of people use border collie's? Are they easier to train than others?
ladyarionna 5 years ago
i know i'm not you but from what I've seen it seems that owners are the best source for training a dog. They know their dog and their personality. Also I have to completely credit you for helping me realize any dog can learn a trick it takes time, patience, and a good owner/trainer.
tyde218 5 years ago
Nice job! Great training tips, too. I'm definitely going to use the advice given to my advantage.
PinayTiger 5 years ago
Wow Zak. Your pretty good at this video editing stuff. Thanks for letting me be a part of this video.
southernskyebc 5 years ago
Thank you! You did a very good job.
zakgeorge21 5 years ago
Thanks Zak - great training video. Like your philosophy. I just posted my first video of me and my fellow Border Collie owners at our dog park. I don't have editing equipment - but just shows how much fun we have. All of our dogs are young - around a year old. They all took to the frisbee right away; but we haven't gotten any formal training. So your videos will be a big help.
redrover1958 5 years ago
Thanks that's what it's about. Video allows us to interact much better.
zakgeorge21 5 years ago