Unacceptable behaviors need to be looked at as unacceptable.

Don't let your dog do the wrong thing over and over again. A little pep talk about how to be with your dog

[amandamilobooks]

Common sense, no B.S. advice that works on dogs/kids/Orcas--I freaking love this channel.

[dawkinswashere--tcg]

"I'm not going to use another word because it makes people feel better" literal lol moment. another solid video--thanks!

[solideomusical]

Today's 'takeaways':

1) "You already know what to do"
2) "Would you let your kids do that?"
3) "Would you let a stranger in your home do that?"
4) 'Boundaries'
5) 'Punishment'

In summary, *"don't be your dog's doormat."*

[catkotaka]

I follow this philosophy BECAUSE I love my dog. I’m not allowing a 90 pound dog with large teeth to rule me.

[pamelaf.]

I’m 105 lbs. and petite woman. My 90 lbs. pit bull would not have ended up being the sweet, well behaved dog that she is now if I only followed the positive only methods. You have reinforced what I’ve always known from the start. Subscribed!

[amandamilobooks]

"Every time they do something, give them an M&M." 😆
We've all met these children. And dogs. They *are* horrible.

[FranciscoGarcia-mcgj]

Before I found this channel I tried the positive only stuff. More times than not I ended up doing the "punishments" to get my dog to understand more deeply when a behavior is unacceptable. Thank you so much for this channel and making me feel like I'm not a horrible dog owner when I tell my dog to stop doing something. Most of the time it doesn't even take more than a stern tone to stop a bad behavior.

When my dog was finally pottery trained to only go outside, he would bark and bark and bark at me so much it hurt my ears. That was not acceptable to me. After letting him know that he should not bark at me he figured out a quiet way to tell me that he needs to go out. Then we get it done and we're all good.

[ThoughtsOnNews]

I seriously LOVE this channel. Your straightforward no nonsense approach addressing issues we are all dealing with is a lifeline. Thank you ❤️

[rodprager]

Perfect and clear! , the shaming from social media that stops dog owners from dealing with bad behaviour the way they should(as you said with people and kids) is way so many are in shelters, come on dog owners Grow some !, , thanks again

[UNDERDOGMMA]

This guy is the greatest trainer in the world, speaking the truth!

[lady_v_]

Joel's training has been such a breath of fresh air for me. I worked at a dog daycare for almost a year and saw absolutely HORRIBLE dogs. Owners who just let them do whatever, dogs who bullied and got into fights regularly, dogs who would throw themselves at people, and all we were allowed to do as "punishment" was spray them with a water hose or bottle. I was literally brought to tears over an overweight tank of a lab puppy who constantly bullied and was obsessed with humping other dogs. I was so angry at that dog and his owner for allowing such awful behavior. I vowed when I got my german shepherd I won't put up with his nonsense. He grew to be the best dog I've ever owned. Loose leash, good with other dogs and friendly to strangers. Obeyed well and knew what "no" meant. I appreciate your training Joel and I hope you continue to help others see that dogs are great but at the end of the day YOU are the boss! Not the dog! God bless you! 💖

[yukaandfriends]

Parents and pet owners are afraid to be the "bad guy" and that their child or pet will love them less if they discipline them. Afraid the pet or child will not be their favorite in the house. I battle this in my household but using your advice and techniques, I've proved to them that you don't have to worry about it. You don't show emotion or yell, just correct and praise when they do good.

[Sheldancer]

I wish I'd found you years ago. My 2 rescue dogs are 7 now (cane corso x lab) powerful and strong willed. I spent years and thousands on positive training and got nowhere.
After a few short sessions using these methods there is already improvement.
It will take time due to their age but now I'm seeing results I no longer dread taking them for a walk. They are still reactive on leash and one doesn't come off the lead at all as he's unpredictable, but the improvement is immense.
THANK YOU SO MUCH 😊

[Buzzos]

Your a legend... I can’t imagine the pressure you must receive from the experts on social media for talking plain, simple and STRAIGHT.
Thank you.

[gerardcarrington]

Joel I've been watching dog training videos since January 2020... If this video was around then I would be in a COMPLETELY different place today. I not only searched the internet for someone who could teach me an acceptable way to "punish" a dog but I also emailed so many YouTubers and no one gave me an answer which I felt right with in my gut. This video is so simple, that's it's beauty, it just makes sense and it clears up all the nonsense that is out there. Thank you on behalf of every amateur pet owner/dog trainer to even serious dog trainers. This is worth thousands of dollars ... 💯

[v.d]

I had to learn the hard way that the all „positive” way doesn’t work. My dog taught me how to correct unwanted behavior properly, when she started correcting me and I knew the roles needed to be reversed immediately. Now we have an honest relationship. Thanks for all the truthful information even though that comes criticism.

[BrianBoudreau]

I love how so many of your videos are basically you saying “don’t pay me, when you can just do this.” That is sign of an honest person who cares about people and dogs.

[laurenwojo]

“Can you only be nice to your kids??”
HECK NO!
Same goes for dogs. Every person and every domesticated animal needs rules and boundaries. Nobody gets to do whatever they want.

[kerrielowry]

I like how you are blunt and do not deal with bs. Keep up the great work!

[PKLB]

FINALLY someone who speaks my language!!! Geez, I have been watching videos of how to train a very smart, large, headstrong puppy & this is what is needed!! Thank you