Are You Accidentally Being A BAD Leader For Your Dog?

In this video, we will talk about leadership dog training. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about "leadership" when it comes to dog training. The idea of being an "alpha" to your dog in the hierarchy of the household has been confused with your dog understanding that you're worth listening to. And that there are times when your dog must listen to you, for their safety and yours! This doesn't mean that you can be heavy-handed with them, or that yelling louder is a good way to get them to do whatever it is that you want them to do. It's quite the opposite in fact. It's about being calm, clear, consistent, and fair with them that will help you to develop a relationship with your dog. A relationship can seem like an abstract concept, but it's a truly important idea. It will allow you to do more with your dog and spend more time with them. All of this while knowing that they will listen to you each and every time you call them to "come here" or that they will sit and remain in a sitting position when someone approaches. We have spent many years helping more than 80,000 dogs to become well-behaved members of their families. In this video,​ we will discuss the simple ways that will help you to teach your dog that you're worth listening to.

Thanks for watching,
Happy Training! ~Ken
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[vnum]

The fact that we’re all watching this means we’re all trying and want what’s best for our doggos.

[laurieannegagnon]

Ever since I got a puppy, I feel like I'm training myself more than the puppy :p I found out that I'm less patient than I thought I was, and I'm trying to work on it.

[mattbasford]

"Dogs aren't kids and need to be treated like dogs." Great quote and spot on.

[montanamike]

Sometimes the hardest thing about training dogs is training the owner.

[yeslianaomicastoeri]

Me and my mum spoiled my 2nd years old dog, she didn't listen to us, very sassy, sometimes aggressive and cant control her excitement, so i came here to fix me and my mom, pray for me guys 😅

[ImmunifiedComedy]

My pup just hit 16 weeks and I felt my training was slacking. This video is perfect for covering all the basics and getting motivated to be a better leader. Thank you!

[reveuranne]

My dogs walk all over me and now I know why. Thank you for this information!

[GermanShepherdDaphne]

I also notice that my dog won't sit and ignores me when I'm frustrated and try to command. When I'm calm and happy, they do it asap! Now, in working on commands when they are together and other people are around.

[gasfrommyanusii]

when you're ignored by everyone in real life so you get a dog but he does the same....

[Smino]

I trained my dogs using this method. It involves common sense and a lot of perseverance. It took years of dedication, but it was definitely worth it — both of my dogs are now confident and well-behaved stars! I highly recommend this approach to train dogs, as it's been one of the most effective methods I've come across.

[carrielynnmarieacevedo]

You articulate so well!
I’ve been a dog trainer for 16 years and it’s easy to work dogs, it’s the owner part that’s hard.

[daisydela]

So on point with leadership! Getting a new pup in a month. Our last dog was a superstar with around 300 verbal and sign language commands. It was because we started with a ton of structure from day one.

[FarmerFpv]

Finally a trainer on YouTube that actually knows what they're doing! Yes, I'm in the right place. Thanks to the random YouTuber that pointed me out to this channel, sorry I don't remember your name but thank you!

[HorseExpression]

I love that you are all for the dogs and are structurally planted in positive reinforcement type of training, where you don't blame the dogs for being dogs and recognize what most people find as 'bad' behavior to be just normal dog behavior that we can intercept in a good way to help both sides. You also are great at pointing out human flaws without being direct, negative, and criticizing about it. Very well spoken and kind hearted, I can tell. You are here to help everyone.

[Blitsun]

I don't have a dog. I have never owned a dog. But I'd like to get the family a dog in the new year. I am learning about training now and I find your videos excellent: very instructive, not hyper, well-spoken. Thanks a lot!

[pfrost]

My puppy sits very time you say sit...in the video. She seems to be a natural. Thank you!

[qveenissac]

This video was so helpful for my BIRD! I actually was looking for vids for my friend w/ a new dog but I've been having problems with a bit of a bully bird and implementing what you said about removing things that could lead him to bad choices was so helpful! I shored those issues up and it definitely helped the situation and my sanity! Remaining calm & using feeding time/food as an opportunity were also great tips. I keep cups of his fave seeds on various cabinets throughout the house so I can reward him quickly & easily for listening to commands. Appreciate the insight!

[myfuturepuglife]

I'm going to binge-watch your videos. Thank you! My new little pug puppy is draining me of my energy and joy and I really want to turn this around and be best buddies.

[julieepanouie]

I have a two months old puppy and he’s amazing but his biting is definitely testing my patience. Today I did the exercise I saw in another video where you grab the collar as soon as he gets to your hands, hold it tighter and let go when he gets calm. It was tough to hold him at first because he didn’t like it but it seems like it’s working. I just hope it wasn’t too tough for him. Thank you McCann for always putting out your knowledge. It’s super helpful 🙏🏼💖

[christym.]

Yes, yes, yes! I’m happy because your training tips are making me a successful puppy mom. Since I’ve spent so much time being trained by you, I could watch this video and realize your thoughts on training long term have become my thoughts (because I’ve been well taught by your videos). I love that my 18 week old puppy is looking to me almost always for information and is able to relax when she sees that I’m in charge. We just took a three day weekend with her and she didn’t make any mistakes on the long trip or the hotel stay. Thank you, Ken and Kayl for all you’re doing to teach inexperienced puppy moms like me! My puppy, Kayl, thanks you too! 🐶