How to socialise / train a reactive dog - Diary of a rescue dog pt 4

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In this video How to socialise / train a reactive dog I explain how to socialise (train) a reactive dog with other dogs. With the aid of Dante (a reactive dog I have fostered) and the next door neighbour's dog I demonstrate how I use both language to show Dante I will provide for his security needs whilst desensitising him from perceived threats.
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@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

If your dog suffers any aggressive or nervous behaviour and you need extensive bespoke help check out my online course: the-dog-guardian.teachable.com/p/dog-aggression-and-nervousness-course *Thank you all for watching.*

@margarethughes9023 3 жыл бұрын

My pup does what Dante does but also screams and howls at the same time. It’s very unnerving for everyone. Do you have additional advice for us?

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Margaret, reactions vary between dog to dog however the advice is the same. To show them you will protect them before they panic or immediately take over if they do.

@denisenoele 3 жыл бұрын

This was an EXCELLENT series of videos! You approached a common behavior issue differently than most trainers. Instead of sharply correcting their reactive behavior, you explained the root of the problem and how to properly fix it so the dog proceeds with confidence, a better relationship with the owner and therefore much happier. Thank you!

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Denise. Glad you get it. So many people want quick fix so really pleased you understood where I am coming from and why. Very best wishes,

@loveskating4eva 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I have a reactive dog and unless you have had one people just dont understand them. This is great

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

People certainly don't understand, - I am used to judgey faces :) Really hope the series helps.

@bjnh2000 3 жыл бұрын

So very true.

@claireswallow7046 2 жыл бұрын

@@nigelreed so So true. I am feeling really dispirited as I’m fed up with judgy faces! Some great tips here. Has helped restore my enthusiasm again.

@al3n3cula 3 ай бұрын

Love his training syle! I wish I had someone like him in my area...

@nigelreed 3 ай бұрын

Thank you ☺️ . Where are you based ?

@feecolston4571 3 жыл бұрын

This it fabulous Nigel, a really true video that clearly shows how it really is on the path to disengagement. And to be shown that we need to choose the right dogs to interact with at the different stages is so helpful. Huge thank you. Fiona and Duke

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Fee. Thanks for the comment :)

@dogmumma10 Жыл бұрын

When Dante sat of his own volition towards the end - it's moments like that which are HUGE wins!

@nigelreed Жыл бұрын

☺️🐕🙌🏻

@kylechandler4665 Жыл бұрын

The trick of walking the dogs in parallel is what helped my dog reactive foster get comfortable with my friend’s dogs. We found that if you walk them next to or near each other, but at a distance where they can’t physically touch, it helps a lot. Even better if it’s a long walk that tires out your dog and forces them to let their guard down a bit. It only took one of these walks for my dog to be able to be right next to these other dogs and eventually come right up to them without any problems

@LeonBosset 3 жыл бұрын

I like how gentle you are with your dog, even when correcting. Thanks for this.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

No worries!

@patriciabarriga3023 3 жыл бұрын

I think these are great exercises for reactive dogs, like mine. The key, I think, is taking small steps each day, and every time you walk your dog, along with a lot of patience and love for your dog. Love your videos. Thank you so much Nigel!

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Pleasure Patrica. Thanks for commenting.

@DF-te2vm 3 жыл бұрын

Really like your gentleness and understanding for your pup.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@konukuauleki 3 жыл бұрын

fantastic!!!, thanks for sharing Nigel.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

@dragonwithdog4364 3 жыл бұрын

My lurcher is really benefiting from all your reminders. She's great apart from when on the lead & certain dogs walk by, but we walk away or hide behind cars & do lots of talking about how safe she is with me. Tonight we saw 'the' Shar-Pei & all was well on our side of the street......the Great Danes might not be so easy but we'll keep trying

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

It sounds like you are a proper ninja!!! Tucking behind cars and getting your dog out of situations. I'd feel safe with a ninja overtime :)

@edwardo2436 3 жыл бұрын

great to see the progress

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Getting there slowly :)

@orcnys 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Nigel for sharing your knowledge and the videos

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome :)

@barbaralawson6943 3 жыл бұрын

marvellous understanding of dog behaviour, you do it so well Nigel! First Class.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barbara. Hope you are well :)

@starlightbarking6105 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video Nigel. We tell everyone to follow you! Just about to share this with a friend’s father who has just adopted a dog through Starlight Barking. Great little dog at home but walks are no longer fun and are becoming really stressful. What a brilliant idea to get the local passive dogs on side. Thank you for explaining your theories in such a simple way that we can actually understand them! Also for throwing a life-line to so many rescue dogs. Best wishes Wendy and Starlight Barking Team.

@nigelreed 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Wendy :) Pleasure. Hope you are well and helping many dogs.

@crowncottagesomerset6397 9 ай бұрын

I am so glad to have found your channel. Love your calm way of dealing with and explaining dogs reactions/behaviour. I have had dogs all my life and now have a fear aggressive, but absolutely wonderful, rescue dog with a very similar history to Dante and together our next step is to get him to realise that other dogs are not that scary. 😊👍

@nigelreed 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Lovely to hear you have rescued and are trying to address the issues. Best of luck :)

@larry68hd11 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome 😊

@JillyC5 3 жыл бұрын

Love these videos! My dog is at that level, absolutely fine if the other dog ignores him, but if they are jumpy or excited he gets reactive. Fortunately most owners are good with having their dogs on leads where we live.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jilly, really good to hear that owners are considerate where you are. It makes a big difference. Glad you're liking the series :)

@ratsters7 Жыл бұрын

My daughter has a blind rescue dog who is reactive to other dogs, thanks to his past experiences being a blind dog trying to survive on the streets. She contacted Nigel for some one-to-one help, and he helped them both so much.

@nigelreed Жыл бұрын

Lovely to hear. Who was that?

@ratsters7 Жыл бұрын

@@nigelreed Jane in Oxfordshire, with the very handsome Blink :)

@nigelreed Жыл бұрын

Oh yes. Be sure to say hello :)

@jacquelinevanderveldt9632 3 жыл бұрын

Good video

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit

@JonathanWhoever Жыл бұрын

Never see boxer that wasn't goofy. Love em

@nigelreed Жыл бұрын

@globalnomad450 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Nigel. My dog isn’t quite there yet. Still have to keep him 100m from other dogs. Trying everything...

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Sorry to hear this. That's how I started off with Dante - it was a right pain. If you don't give up and keep looking for answers you will get there.

@user-gf7kc5fc5m 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nigel, for your humane and intelligent approach to dog issues. I think you are truly tuned in to the dog's point of view. In this video Dante is wearing a very nice harness. I'd love one for my dog. Do you have a source that you could share?

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

You are so kind yes the make can be seen here performancedog.co.uk/shop/harnesses-leads-collars/haqihana/haqihana-harness/

@bvanbanan Жыл бұрын

Очень круто

@VikiBN 3 жыл бұрын

Love the harness Dante is wearing. What is the brand and where can I buy one?

@ReneeMoodie 3 жыл бұрын

I am in South Africa - I found a fabulous harness - Rogz is the make. I know that probably doesn't help! But I found pet supply shops didn't have anything and our vet shop did. So maybe start there.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Viki, it can be seen on this linkperformancedog.co.uk/shop/harnesses-leads-collars/haqihana/haqihana-harness/

@VikiBN 3 жыл бұрын

@@nigelreed thank you.

@hazelbalding5514 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this series which is a wonderful support, encouragement and inspiration for guardians of reactive dogs like mine. One thing though, could you sometimes demonstrate using a very small dog? Mine weighs only 6k but is a feisty, active little terrier type and although I can hold on to him without problem, when calming him or removing him I need to be almost at ground level to hold his harness - not easy for any length of time for a 73 year old! Any suggestions?

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Hazel, glad it is of help. I may try just walking away each time if it hurt my back and returning again. Or picking the dog up. Waiting for him to calm (assuming he is not a biter) then putting him down when he calms. The technique doesn't greatly differ but just has to adapt so you don't hurt yourself.

@rosemaryratkaj5315 3 жыл бұрын

This is really informative and helpful. I’ve been trying a variety of methods to help my girl with reactivity. These real life interactions explain a lot.. I really like the harness, double clip leash combination. Where can I purchase one? Thanks!

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear. It's called a haqihana harness. You can get them online.

@lynnettedowning3174 Жыл бұрын

What harness is that? Looks wonderful.

@nigelreed Жыл бұрын

It's a haqihana non slip harness. I wouldn't say it was better than any other non slip.

@mariannewilloughby395 4 ай бұрын

I have a labrador that is such a great dog, was very relaxed but had some bad attacks. He still can socialise with dogs, family and some friends. He seems to get triggered by sudden appearnaces and jumpy dogs he does not know. He has not reactivity in any other area, people, cars, bikes anything. I have ordered your book, I am heartbroken that he barks and lunges, and I am having progress in giving treats and avoiding, an I am books private fields. I hope that I can turn it around.

@nigelreed 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for getting my book. I hope it all goes well.

@mariannewilloughby395 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for replying. I read the book in one sitting. I am so annoyed with myself as a supposed experienced dog owner, I know nothing prior to reading your book. Bonus it is also helping my own battles with mental health. Really recommend. Buy the Book.

@nigelreed 4 ай бұрын

That's lovely to hear. I hope you're well.

@samanthaemaguire Жыл бұрын

Could you advise on the harness please? It looks the perfect size for our reactive Malinois. Also, was that Elm Hill in Norwich in your other video?

@nigelreed Жыл бұрын

HI Samantha, It's a haqihana harness. It's okay but no better than any other non slip harness. I personally prefer Ruffwear. It's Rye, East Sussex. I googled Elm hill - the buildings look very similar. Both clearly restored from the 17th / 18th century.

@carolkelly7 3 жыл бұрын

Such a helpful video. Is a harness better than collar for reactive dog? I watch other utubers too so getting confused. My dog is calmer with harness but responds better with collar. Is it OK to use a combination or is that confusing to the dog? Help!!! She's a collie X

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Carol, A harness stops Dante hurting his neck. A collar is slightly better control. I don't need to control as I can handle Dante's pulling with ease so it's down to you to feel if you have control or not on a harness.

@carolkelly7 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response Nigel. I have difficulty controlling pulling as I have bad back. So I put harness on and use collar to walk. The harness gives me extra control cos I can grab it if I need to without hurting her neck.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

@@carolkelly7 great!!

@KAMALKAUMDEEPSINGH 3 жыл бұрын

Bro I have a mix pitbull, he's good with us, but he's is really sensitive to strangers , the noises that come outsida our house and almost everything that seems strange to him like kids playing outside, bicycles. He barks until the stranger leaves or the sound stops. How can I teach him to stay calm n n listen to me? Pls help me out.

@KAMALKAUMDEEPSINGH 3 жыл бұрын

@@Sand-Tastic I will try it out. Thanks brother 😊

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that Kamal. For a very detailed explanation with support check out my course the-dog-guardian.teachable.com/p/dog-aggression-and-nervousness-course

@elvafong3591 3 жыл бұрын

I was walking my reactive dog in the park when a calm off-leash dog a little bigger than my dog came up to us wanting to play with my dog. My dog did an aggressive freeeze while the calm off-leash dog slowly moved to sniff my dog's butt. I wanted to see how the encounter would play out and did not interfere. My dog does not lilke his butt sniffed and moved to attack the other dog. I pulled my dog back with the leash, said NO sharply, and then told/made my dog to sit. I then got in front of my dog and told him NO no no and he started to calm down. When I turned around the other dog was lying down a few feet from us, looking at us and very calm. The owner showed up, put a lead on his dog and walked the dog away. What should I have done in this situation?

@elvafong3591 3 жыл бұрын

A correction on the message I just sent ... It was not an aggressive freeze but an assertive freeze where my dog felt threatened.

@nigelreed 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Elva, I feel you may be letting your dog meet dogs too soon. And so he takes over. The video shows how long I take to do it. No hurry just waiting for a calmer reaction. Best wishes,