How We Fix LEASH REACTIVITY Towards Dogs (Stop Barking and Lunging)

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In this video, we show you how we fixed Zeke's leash reactivity towards other dogs.

BEFORE our training program, Zeke would fixate, lunge, and bark whenever he saw another dog. He lacked respect for the handler, lacked impulse control, and lacked guidance.

AFTER our training program, Zeke is now able to be chill around other dogs. He respects the handler, listens to commands, and is able to enjoy life off-leash because of it.

All credit goes to the handler for putting in the work - she's awesome. I gave the instructions, but she did all the training. (By the way, she has another GSD, and both of them are now off-leash trained - it's pretty badass.)
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Disclaimer: Don't be an idiot.
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Timecodes:
00:00 - Introduction
01:09 - What we know about Zeke
05:56 - What we know about the Handler
09:38 - Our 8-Step Reactivity Framework
16:42 - Loose Leash Walking (w/ Zeke)
21:13 - How to Fix Leash Reactivity
31:06 - First Reactivity Session (w/ Zeke)
53:08 - Second Reactivity Session (w/ Zeke)
01:03:55 - Off-Leash Training (w/ Zeke)
01:05:52 - 7 COMMON MISTAKES
01:13:17 - Action Items

[ArnoldGamboaPH]

I can't afford your training (too much for us in the 3rd world countries). But I watch a lot of free videos (mostly Youtube) to learn how to train my dogs. Just want to thank you for putting this out here. In my opinion, you're the best dog trainer I've watched on Youtube. Very clear, very precise. Thank you.

[LittleBarracuda]

Just found your channel, your way of teaching fits my Aspergers and ADHD needs perfectly. I love how you have a clear list in the beginning. You dont leave out the small steps my brain needs unlike most online trainers ive watched. Gives me a confidence boost for my leash reactive GSDs training ❤

[desireecarver-uq]

“Not everyone has what it takes to fix their dog’s reactivity” I feel that so much. my dogs has this problem and we’ve been working on it exploring new videos, the other day I just had to sit back and cry because I just want my baby to be able to go out with me and walk with me without freaking out over dogs.

[kathytrejo]

Thank you so much for your videos…my dog Rio is a GSD just like Zek…super reactive when he would see other dogs. 10 min session and 1 correction was all it took!!!! You are a God sent!!! Now we walk without the hassle of stress and reacting to other dogs! GOD BLESS YOUR EXPERTISE!!!! Thank you! Thank You!! Now we are working on road restrictions…😊

[rosycastillo]

Me : knowing it’s my fault my dog is reactive
Him : you’re the reason your dog is reactive
Me : 👁️👄👁️

[LiftingYouHigher]

Dude. Like not sure how should I explain this? Been there done that, etc, paid for courses, asked several trainers, etc. This is the second video of you that I’m watching, and on my first walk after the 2 videos, with my dog on the HS colar, it took one correction and she became perfect. The entire one hour walk. I know I need to fix my mistakes, but I could not know what are my mistakes. It’s been three years that I’m trying. Watching this video clearly made me see my mistake. And it’s so simple. Simple as just correcting and constantly. And your love and genuine attitude all of this for free. Thx brother.

[shorTt_]

First stern “no!“ and proper correction I could see results right there! Now it’s time to build on it! Thanks dude!

[bcbenjam]

This is the BEST dog training video I’ve seen on YouTube period. I appreciate the clear explanations behind the psychology of the dog and the training goals, the voiceovers adding additional information, and the fact that you let the camera run rather than cutting away, so we can see the full process and in-between moments, which are important and a lot of videos cut out. Excited to use this with my dog. THANK YOU!

[missKadee]

My dog Haku is a lab/husky mix and is EXACTLY like Zeke. Just a big boy very excited and frustrated he can't go play with all the dogs we cross paths with. This video is giving me soooo much hope. All the other "reactive dog training" stuff I've seen was for like aggressive dogs and I've never related to the techniques. They never made sense to me and they never worked. But seeing a dog EXACTLY like mine being able to ignore all those distractions. Man. This is exactly what I needed.
I can't afford to pay for the course right now so THANK YOU for putting this out here. It's only been a couple days and I already see a difference in my dog and I's relationship and I am so optimistic now. I had given up and accepted the fact that my dog would never be able to have any impulse control but now we're back on it 💪🏻❤️ I can't thank you enough 😭

[isabelkuhne]

Oh man, I wish I could afford the online course, but I've already spent so much on training this year, unfortunately. I'm really grateful to you for your videos. I have a rescue Husky, and my last trainer said that this breed isn't really easy to train, but now I've started watching your videos and I'm feeling more confident again. Thank you, great job.

[roadkill]

I really appreciated the length and thoroughness of this videos!! I feel like most dog training videos are 5-10 minutes long, probably because that’s the max attention span of most people. But I’ve been wanting a video like this: long, explains everything so I understand the why behind the what, and shows me the progress from start to finish! Thank you so much for taking the time to make something like this, I’ll definitely be sticking around for more videos

[TIGGYQUE]

The hardest thing is to teach ourselves. The trainer is really there to positively reinforce the HANDLER's behavior :)

[Alissab]

Your videos are truly life saving! Extremely informative with both the physical aspects and psychological as well. I am so happy to have found your channel 😊 the fact that you also post these videos for FREE speaks volumes about your character. Keep up the fantastic work!

[frances]

Thankyou for showing us this video. I’ve start doing the loose leash and then obedience, so now I am happy I’m doing the right thing. My dog barks and lunges when she sees small dogs . I am so glad I came across your video. Learning I only used No but never used leash pressure. My German shepherd is similar to zek.

[gmylar]

And one last thing your IP in this video is beautiful. I have seen many trainers material but none of them outline it as professionally as you. Great work on that as well.

[nrthshor]

We have had Akitas for nearly 20 years this video is beneficial and on point thanks for the honesty addressing this specific issue.

[pace]

One of the most thorough dog training videos I have seen! Well done, sir!

[reneegossage]

Seeing the good communication between the trainer and this dog puts tears in my eyes. Such a beautiful thing to see! This video was an excellent breakdown, easy to understand. Thank you for providing such a resource for people struggling with this behavior. It can be so frustrating when you are trying to do right and the work with your dog like this owner but still having that reactive behavior. She was probably in tears watching him in this first session. It gives her hope that her dreams with her dogs IS possible. ❤

[FriskyDingo]

Thank you so much for this. Trainers near me want $250 for a 90 min session or thousands. This is super helpful and I’m going to start with my dog today!!

[grantprice]

Best vid I've come across yet. I'll be putting your methods to the test. Thanks a ton.