ok, while I understand why you say what you do, and I actually agree with it. My dog DEFINITELY learns with a lot of positive reinforcement and i would never argue that negative reinforcement would do a better job HOWEVER, your video does not address discipline, but rather the opposite. You effectively say: in order to discipline your dog, don't discipline your dog. But, what about a situation like jumping, or being aggressive etc.There is no way of addressing the issue at hand immediately?
My dogs have pretty much become humans with no verbal words :) Or I've just learned to "speak" dog! :) If I don't catch them in the act of their offense, they're not punished. It's my fault for putting them in that situation. If I were present, they go for a time out (Kennel) for 4-10 minutes depending on the severity of the offense. Then they perform tasks for which I can praise them :) (Sit, Shake, etc.) If they're naughty more than usual, I increase exercise. IT WORKS!
This is a great video!! I NEVER repeat my self twice with my dogs. I say it once, if they don't do it, I don't growl them, I just say nothing(talking is reawrding) & wait for them to respond. If they ignore me they just won't get rewarded. That way he is not afraid to fail and will try something until he gets it right. Positive/shaping/clicker training, whatever you want to call it honestly builds a better relationship with your dog and he will respond 100x better than if forced to do something,
This is exactly how I am trying to train my dogs! My biggest problem is how to either stop them when they are doing something bad (jumping on counters, stealing people stuff, running away from us with said people stuff) I am training with positive reinforcement and they are doing GREAT! The problem child is a 5 month old GSP who is VERY high energy (he does get to run). Do you have any suggestions on how to stop the bad and get him back on track when he goes into a bad streak and ignores us?
I think that you're exactly right.We have a puppy thats about 5 month old now. For the most parts I train her. (i'm 14) I work at your method that you shold reward them after their doing the right thing. And letting they know when they are doing the wrong/right thing. My sister for example yells loudly at her when she's doing the wrong thing and always pick her up. She listens the most to me cause i'm have a positiv. When my sister walks near her she is a little scared that she will pick her up.
Thanks for posting this vid, I agree with all your methods and appreciate your effort to share and teach people. I grew up in a place where dogs (+cats) have no value, bar people showing off as fads, security or a workforce.Strays are abundant and many animals suffer horrific abuse from people. I have adopted, buried and had vets put down more than I wish to remember.It starts in home, if people cannot treat each other nicely then they will never be treat animals nicely either...
Never hit you dog, unless it is trying to kill you, if it is trying to kill you, you have done something wrong and prob deserve it or the dog has mental issues. I have worked with hundreds and thousands of children of 7-18 when working at & managing and outdoor activity centre. With 30 more "hazardous" activities, I have never had discipline a child (not physically I mean punish them) I treat my dogs the same and have never had a prob! I say no, they understand and can reason just like a child!
This video doesn't answer the question at all. He gave us theory with no literal direction :( While the theory is great, knowing when and the proper way to praise are what's missing. He didn't explain to us the intellectual ways to positively reinforce a dogs good behavior. When I'm attempting to train my puppy I'm not always confident in myself and that I know what I'm doing. I rarely say no I just resist until he understands what I want him to do and then I'm freakishly happy. Is that right?
@MissBlossom89 This does answer the question. We don't "discipline" our dogs. We teach them. There is a big difference between disciplining and correcting and showing our dogs how to behave. I have over 70 other videos on the topic of dog training where we talk plenty about rewarding good behavior and properly correcting unwanted behavior.
- @MissBlossom89 - what you are asking for requires a lot more space than a simple video answer to a question is going to be able to address. Personally, I prefer some varient of clicker training (not necessarily a clicker, but at least a definite verbal marker for when the dog does the right thing). If you are new to training, you may want to pick up some of the really excellent books on training on Amazon, Power of Positive Dog Training is a good one I often recommend for new trainers.
Zak - thanks for posting this video. I am all for positive reinforcement and rewarding for good behaviors whether they are big or small. The inspiration of the video was the other day when I came home and found that my lovely German Shepherd/Husky mix discovered how to open the lazy susan. Au Grautin potatoes, red velvet cake mix, benefiber, and wheat thins were everywhere. Suggestions on how to discipline when something like this occurs? Or just clean it up and move on?
Love this video! I use the word "Yes" as a marker to my dog that he is correct. I use it in daily life and in competition. Communicating when a dog is right makes a big difference in his attitude and willingness to please.
So are you saying that we should NOT discipline our dogs, but only focus on praising the good behaviors? It's a good video, however I don't think this video answers the question.
@shyeeyore No. It's fine to correct our dogs as long as it's done without anger or aversive methods. Dogs are a species very capable of reasoning and understanding.
He also barks and growls when he hears the key enter the keyslot, but only when I'm home. He doesn't react if anyone else leaves the home, but will whine and cry when I leave. I've been clicker conditioning him, but I've only had him for a week. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!
Hi Zak, I'm a new subscriber, and a new dog owner, and I love your approach to dog training. My new dog is incredibly sweet, but when I cuddle with him, or pet him, he licks his nose and turns away sometimes, which I've been told are calming signals? But then he never lets me out of his sight and whines when I leave. Do you think he is just nervous because he's in a new home and settling in or does he have anxiety issues that I need to work on with him? He's a 4 yr old shih tzu from a shelter.
just crossed over from adversive training methods to positive training a couple months ago, and whilst I'm still working on getting him as obedient as he was with the other methods, our bond has just grown incredibly, and I'm glad I only did the other training for a little then dropped out cause I bond was definately suffering because of it. His so much happier now and when off leash sticks around me, he used to stick around till we started adversive then he wouldnt want to come back.
Hey Zak, how do I get my dog (8 year old border collie) to get along with horses. He is fine with other dogs, cats, and any small animals, but he acts aggressive towards horses, and because of his herding instinct he tries to nip at their feet, and I'm scared he will get kicked. Please respond! I would love to take my dog when I go horseback riding! :)
@zakgeorge I have a male rough collie/border collie mix that is roughly 1yr 5mths old. Fixed. Lately when playing with other dogs he has been going for their collars and just holding on, and if the collar is removed he grabs onto their neck. He will force them to the ground but not pin them for any extended period. He does not show any other dominant traits, he is not aggressive at all and well excercised. I will give the leave it command when I see him doing it and put him in a down stay but t
@zakgeorge21 I have two bitches at my place and one of them acts more dominant than the other one and doesnt allow her to pass the door before her or growls when she is eating the treats.. and when my other bitch starts growling back at her an ugly fight starts....I don't know how to stop this behavior, please help..
felt a little tear in my eye when i watched this, maybe felt a little guilty for giving my dogs into trouble maybe more than praising them, also totally remembered that horrible feeling when you wince everytime you see your boss even though you have done nothing wrong.
Great video! I have passed it on to the people who run a mid size dog rescue I help with. Thought it might be a nice little snippet for new rescue dog owners to watch :) Ive got two rescue dogs on my own and have fostered 11 dogs over the last 1.5 years. Keep up the good work :)
I just want to tell you that you're a huge inspiration to me. I want to ducate myself a vet and dog trainer working with the positive training methods and just seeing how well you've trained Nova and your other dogs just really amazes me. I hope that I can train my own pup' Bella so that she will be trained just as well as yours (Although right now while she's just 6 months that seems to be impossible xD)
Keep up the good work, I'll definitly stay tuned! :-)
this is a really good theory because if you tell the dog its bad it becomes harder to train them because they get scared
153epicfreerunning 3 weeks ago
Okay, love this theory. Thanks! One question though how do you target an unwanted behavior? Such as stealing food of the counter?
AllAboutKeira 4 weeks ago
WOW u Look like this emoticon O.O :D :trollface:
infinitystudios99 4 weeks ago
ok, while I understand why you say what you do, and I actually agree with it. My dog DEFINITELY learns with a lot of positive reinforcement and i would never argue that negative reinforcement would do a better job HOWEVER, your video does not address discipline, but rather the opposite. You effectively say: in order to discipline your dog, don't discipline your dog. But, what about a situation like jumping, or being aggressive etc.There is no way of addressing the issue at hand immediately?
jegoochfest 1 month ago
You have such pretty eyes :) lol
ilywalter 1 month ago
My dogs have pretty much become humans with no verbal words :) Or I've just learned to "speak" dog! :) If I don't catch them in the act of their offense, they're not punished. It's my fault for putting them in that situation. If I were present, they go for a time out (Kennel) for 4-10 minutes depending on the severity of the offense. Then they perform tasks for which I can praise them :) (Sit, Shake, etc.) If they're naughty more than usual, I increase exercise. IT WORKS!
Love your vids, Zak!
cass182007 1 month ago
This is a great video!! I NEVER repeat my self twice with my dogs. I say it once, if they don't do it, I don't growl them, I just say nothing(talking is reawrding) & wait for them to respond. If they ignore me they just won't get rewarded. That way he is not afraid to fail and will try something until he gets it right. Positive/shaping/clicker training, whatever you want to call it honestly builds a better relationship with your dog and he will respond 100x better than if forced to do something,
kattyko0z 1 month ago
This is exactly how I am trying to train my dogs! My biggest problem is how to either stop them when they are doing something bad (jumping on counters, stealing people stuff, running away from us with said people stuff) I am training with positive reinforcement and they are doing GREAT! The problem child is a 5 month old GSP who is VERY high energy (he does get to run). Do you have any suggestions on how to stop the bad and get him back on track when he goes into a bad streak and ignores us?
moodypups 1 month ago
I agree with your training style. But what would you do when the dog is already poorly trained, and by that I mean he attacks other dogs?
Salitrillo360 1 month ago
Luv ur training style :)
josski32 1 month ago
I think that you're exactly right.We have a puppy thats about 5 month old now. For the most parts I train her. (i'm 14) I work at your method that you shold reward them after their doing the right thing. And letting they know when they are doing the wrong/right thing. My sister for example yells loudly at her when she's doing the wrong thing and always pick her up. She listens the most to me cause i'm have a positiv. When my sister walks near her she is a little scared that she will pick her up.
EmmasHairTips 1 month ago
@zakgeorge21
Thanks for posting this vid, I agree with all your methods and appreciate your effort to share and teach people. I grew up in a place where dogs (+cats) have no value, bar people showing off as fads, security or a workforce.Strays are abundant and many animals suffer horrific abuse from people. I have adopted, buried and had vets put down more than I wish to remember.It starts in home, if people cannot treat each other nicely then they will never be treat animals nicely either...
Tubz101 1 month ago
Never hit you dog, unless it is trying to kill you, if it is trying to kill you, you have done something wrong and prob deserve it or the dog has mental issues. I have worked with hundreds and thousands of children of 7-18 when working at & managing and outdoor activity centre. With 30 more "hazardous" activities, I have never had discipline a child (not physically I mean punish them) I treat my dogs the same and have never had a prob! I say no, they understand and can reason just like a child!
Tubz101 1 month ago
This video doesn't answer the question at all. He gave us theory with no literal direction :( While the theory is great, knowing when and the proper way to praise are what's missing. He didn't explain to us the intellectual ways to positively reinforce a dogs good behavior. When I'm attempting to train my puppy I'm not always confident in myself and that I know what I'm doing. I rarely say no I just resist until he understands what I want him to do and then I'm freakishly happy. Is that right?
MissBlossom89 1 month ago 4
@MissBlossom89 This does answer the question. We don't "discipline" our dogs. We teach them. There is a big difference between disciplining and correcting and showing our dogs how to behave. I have over 70 other videos on the topic of dog training where we talk plenty about rewarding good behavior and properly correcting unwanted behavior.
zakgeorge21 1 month ago 6
- @MissBlossom89 - what you are asking for requires a lot more space than a simple video answer to a question is going to be able to address. Personally, I prefer some varient of clicker training (not necessarily a clicker, but at least a definite verbal marker for when the dog does the right thing). If you are new to training, you may want to pick up some of the really excellent books on training on Amazon, Power of Positive Dog Training is a good one I often recommend for new trainers.
maryjo313 1 month ago
Zak - thanks for posting this video. I am all for positive reinforcement and rewarding for good behaviors whether they are big or small. The inspiration of the video was the other day when I came home and found that my lovely German Shepherd/Husky mix discovered how to open the lazy susan. Au Grautin potatoes, red velvet cake mix, benefiber, and wheat thins were everywhere. Suggestions on how to discipline when something like this occurs? Or just clean it up and move on?
wefPurdue 1 month ago
Love this video! I use the word "Yes" as a marker to my dog that he is correct. I use it in daily life and in competition. Communicating when a dog is right makes a big difference in his attitude and willingness to please.
canfieldchj2 1 month ago
How do I correct my dog? With a stick.
Joshuaxiong2 1 month ago
So are you saying that we should NOT discipline our dogs, but only focus on praising the good behaviors? It's a good video, however I don't think this video answers the question.
shyeeyore 1 month ago
@shyeeyore No. It's fine to correct our dogs as long as it's done without anger or aversive methods. Dogs are a species very capable of reasoning and understanding.
zakgeorge21 1 month ago 8
@zakgeorge21 But you don't mention a method of correcting!!!
jegoochfest 1 month ago in playlist Dog Training Videos, Advice, and Other Cool Stuff
He also barks and growls when he hears the key enter the keyslot, but only when I'm home. He doesn't react if anyone else leaves the home, but will whine and cry when I leave. I've been clicker conditioning him, but I've only had him for a week. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!
214337071 1 month ago
Hi Zak, I'm a new subscriber, and a new dog owner, and I love your approach to dog training. My new dog is incredibly sweet, but when I cuddle with him, or pet him, he licks his nose and turns away sometimes, which I've been told are calming signals? But then he never lets me out of his sight and whines when I leave. Do you think he is just nervous because he's in a new home and settling in or does he have anxiety issues that I need to work on with him? He's a 4 yr old shih tzu from a shelter.
214337071 1 month ago
just crossed over from adversive training methods to positive training a couple months ago, and whilst I'm still working on getting him as obedient as he was with the other methods, our bond has just grown incredibly, and I'm glad I only did the other training for a little then dropped out cause I bond was definately suffering because of it. His so much happier now and when off leash sticks around me, he used to stick around till we started adversive then he wouldnt want to come back.
labraw10 1 month ago
Hey Zak, how do I get my dog (8 year old border collie) to get along with horses. He is fine with other dogs, cats, and any small animals, but he acts aggressive towards horses, and because of his herding instinct he tries to nip at their feet, and I'm scared he will get kicked. Please respond! I would love to take my dog when I go horseback riding! :)
inbarshema 1 month ago in playlist Dog Training Videos, Advice, and Other Cool Stuff
Eternal gratitude to my eternal favorite.
Never stop being so great, Zak! :D
Gearsdisraeli 1 month ago in playlist Dog Training Videos, Advice, and Other Cool Stuff
Yet again another AMAZING video by The Best Dog Trainer in the WORLD Zak George :) Love the videos Dude :)
staroftheocean97 1 month ago
@zakgeorge I have a male rough collie/border collie mix that is roughly 1yr 5mths old. Fixed. Lately when playing with other dogs he has been going for their collars and just holding on, and if the collar is removed he grabs onto their neck. He will force them to the ground but not pin them for any extended period. He does not show any other dominant traits, he is not aggressive at all and well excercised. I will give the leave it command when I see him doing it and put him in a down stay but t
phiipps 1 month ago
Great video, Zak!
TrinnyandSkye 1 month ago
@zakgeorge21 I have two bitches at my place and one of them acts more dominant than the other one and doesnt allow her to pass the door before her or growls when she is eating the treats.. and when my other bitch starts growling back at her an ugly fight starts....I don't know how to stop this behavior, please help..
shirinshariyarii 1 month ago in playlist Dog Training Videos, Advice, and Other Cool Stuff
@zakgeorge21 has anyone ever told you that you look like the real life version of Fry from Futurama?
protectyaneck1120 1 month ago 2
felt a little tear in my eye when i watched this, maybe felt a little guilty for giving my dogs into trouble maybe more than praising them, also totally remembered that horrible feeling when you wince everytime you see your boss even though you have done nothing wrong.
daniellemarkey 1 month ago
Great video! I have passed it on to the people who run a mid size dog rescue I help with. Thought it might be a nice little snippet for new rescue dog owners to watch :) Ive got two rescue dogs on my own and have fostered 11 dogs over the last 1.5 years. Keep up the good work :)
MyWorldOfDog 1 month ago
@MyWorldOfDog Thank you:). That's the highest compliment anyone can pay me.
zakgeorge21 1 month ago
i'm a guy, i'm not gay nor am i bicurious. but dude...your eyes...are so....blue.
DerkmanX 1 month ago 16
@DerkmanX Thanks dude! :)
zakgeorge21 1 month ago
@DerkmanX LOL. Funny.
FetchMasters 1 month ago
Hey Zak.
I just want to tell you that you're a huge inspiration to me. I want to ducate myself a vet and dog trainer working with the positive training methods and just seeing how well you've trained Nova and your other dogs just really amazes me. I hope that I can train my own pup' Bella so that she will be trained just as well as yours (Although right now while she's just 6 months that seems to be impossible xD)
Keep up the good work, I'll definitly stay tuned! :-)
MsCeliMoon 1 month ago in playlist Dog Training Videos, Advice, and Other Cool Stuff
yeah 40,635 subscribers and counting.
IqaluitNU 1 month ago in playlist Dog Training Videos, Advice, and Other Cool Stuff
Is there any way to watch who let the dogs out outside of the UK?
SalsaTiger83 1 month ago
@SalsaTiger83 Yea put in a UK proxy in your browser
88Madde 1 month ago
is this management, parenting or animal training?
-or do they go hand-in-hand?
Aarongrubbworm 1 month ago
Thumbs up if your the 10th viewer!
Candy48Cane 1 month ago
Hey Zak!
Jimmyjumpnjive 1 month ago
@Jimmyjumpnjive Sup?!?!?
zakgeorge21 1 month ago
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Candy48Cane 1 month ago
:D
Baboy318 1 month ago