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Can my dog just watch this and self learn? 😂

I commented on one of your videos that I had difficulty taking my GSD out the door. He is now doing great! He’s okay with the stop, stay, let’s go commands. However, he’ll still pull on his leash a tad bit.

I think i just learned the most critical piece for my dog walking expectations. It was my "ah ha moment" when i heard Tom say that leash walking is done in three stages. Why didn't i realize that i can't take a sniffy, happy-go-lucky dog out on a walk with very little leash training and expect him to know to walk behind or beside me after a few leash pops and a couple of redirections. I wouldnt expect my child to know how to ride his bike along a bike path without first teaching him bike riding safety. Then practicing A LOT till he's comfortable and confident. Then I'd teach him bike riding etiquette and awareness of others. It all just made sense. I was getting so frustrated with myself wondering what techniques i was doing wrong. It wasnt the technique, it was that we needed to practice without distraction, and progress to where my dog was competent and able to be successful. It feels so good when it finally clicks. Now i have one more mental tool in my tool box to help me stay calm, patient, and to continue to persevere even when my dog seems like he'll never understand what im asking of him. We just have to learn how to best communicate with each other. And all dogs are different, just like all children are different! Communication and patience has always worked best for me!

Wow - “does your dog actually know what the leash even is!?!” That might be the issue with our 6month Dogo Argentino. Working to build a better relationship with him - appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

The chance to learn more from you is amazing, every time. Especially when my roommate puts me down by saying training is a hobby I get paid for, not a real job. You show every day that it is job, and one I want to excel at!

Just lost my job, which was a blessing in disguise. As a mother of 4 I started a side business as a pet boutique and bakery. I have always loved working and training with my dogs. Now I get to do it even more! Your videos have been amazing! I recommend anyone I know to follow your channel. Keep up the amazing work!!

I have recently rescued a Dalmatian cross teen she is reaching 9 months old and has lots of bad habits I have recently discovered your videos and am looking forward to trying to get a better behaved dog as my partner is getting more and more frustrated and is now wanting to rehome her. I love this new dog and will keep trying to improve her as I can't imagine my home without her

You make it look so easy. I’m going to try it instead of continuing to look for a trainer

Thank you So Much .... I have a 1.5 year old German Shepard that was gifted to me because the owner bought him as a puppy and was un able to take care of him . The owner is 72 Year old Female and didnt know what she was getting into ..... The Training This Shepard received was a Wood Spoon and that was it ..... First thing I did was let him Destroy a Wood Spoon ... he has come along way but I really Need to be Educated on how to deal with this Older Dog . Thank you in Advance ...... Ricky

I love the way you interact with the dogs during their breaks. It really shows the lovely bonds you build with them. I just aspire for that with my dog!

Loved the reminder that it's not realistic to keep your dog on a heel throughout your whole walk! Dogs need time to just be dogs!!

Just started watching you .. tonight. And now it’s two am and I can’t get enough … my dog just bit my boyfriend for about the third time involving food aggression, also doesnt listen , pulls on leash, barks constantly, jumps up.. basically All of it . So I’ve already learned so much from you. Can’t stop watching and much thanks your amazing. Just what I am needing.

I never understood why dog trainers kept saying that loose leash walking and heel are the building blocks to stopping reactivity until I started drilling the exercises myself and saw just how much my boy progressed! We can walk past cats without a tantrum now and my mind is blown. Thanks so much for all the amazing content Tom!

So helpful! As I’m training I have to remind myself that I want my dog to be a the level 3. But reality is you have to work to get there. Small milestones are a victory with my dog and should always be celebrated! Thank you for this reality check for us all who are struggling with training!

My shepherd has ME walking on MY leash just fine now! LoL Thanks!

My mom just showed me your videos. I’m going to try my very best to get my good girl “to walk pretty” wish me luck! 😊 thank you for your videos!

Your videos are so helpful! Our dogs can’t learn without proper instruction from us…we are the key to no bad dogs!

You’re the only dog trainer that I recommend at my pet hospital! I love your videos, so does my gsd :)) we would love to come and meet you for a session!

wow, I cannot express how much we would love to win a training session! Our guy came into our care when my dad unexpectantly passed just two days after his birthday in July '21. Within a week of getting home from our 2200 mile journey, he had a seizure. Many many vet visits, medications, insurance, etc and we are just trying to do the best we can for him.. In our minds, that includes training, and since I know he has an affliction for lunging, growling, barking at dogs, small animals, kids and people in general...I know a training refresher would def help. Anyways, love your videos & thank you so much for posting!!

I just started training my dog that I just adopted, and I have been trying to prepare for this moment by watching your videos like a year ago..

You teaching knowledge is off the charts. I love how you get the dogs to respond to you. Keep up the great work

This was awesome!! Really shows that all it takes is a little bit of time and effort to make the experience with your dog better. I always get comments of “oh he’s so well behaved” or “is he a service dog?” And it’s funny that people think they can’t achieve that with their own dog but they can! Thank you so much Tom and your team for making this world that much better, and bringing people together!

I adopted a Pit/Shepherd last year to train as my next detection/search & recovery K9. I'm also hoping to get involved with competition obedience and other dog sports with him. He is insanely high drive (which is what I needed/wanted) but, I'm dealing with issues that I never experienced with my other SAR dogs and that are beyond my wheelhouse. I stumbled upon your channel several months back, while in the middle of our second time through a basic obedience class... after paying $180 to a HORRIFIC obedience "instructor", I came to realize that your videos have been more beneficial than anything we learned during our 14 weeks of hell. Aside from learning how not to train a dog, the only thing gained from the group class was a few friends, whom were also extremely dissatisfied with the instructor. I was able to share the link to your channel with them and they have found your videos incredibly beneficial. Thank you for all that you do to help dogs and their owners. Your positivity, patience, and knowledge are valued and appreciated more than you can possibly imagine.

This needs to be a TV show. Love. Love. Love.

Excellent video! I am not a trainer, but I do try to help people who struggle while walking with their dog. This video will be one that I will share with those that I help. Thank you!

I have a year old female malinois that I would love to have you train!

Glad I caught this video. I’ve an eight month old Pomeranian who is a puller. I have both her and my older Pom on a coupler who never needed to be taught. So I’m going to start taking your first two steps out into my parking lot to start the training. Her attention span is everywhere and not on my commands.

This is awesome. Working with a young, stray GSP that acts like a rodeo bronco on leash🐎

We have taken in a dog that was dumped outside our house a couple months ago and has absolutely 0 manners,but your videos give me such practical tips and hope that we can accomplish such great things with The Dude❤ Thank you!

I appreciate you making all these videos! My dog struggles with many of the things you address. I’m hoping he continues to improve with all the tips you give me.

also, I was having a massive problem with my dog literally not responding to "no" at all...and I do mean at all. He literally will not respond to NO for any reason. I heard you saying "eh eh" tried it and boy oh boy has it been a total change. "eh eh" means no, and he responds 100% of the time. Its fantastic. Thanks Tom!!!

Trying to recorrect my mistakes with my dog and new puppy and you are helping me with that.. especially leash pulling

I've been watching your videos since we got our great dane puppy over a year ago, we still struggle with being good handlers but every video is another great learning tool to help us combat the reactivity and become better owners! No bad dogs! Thanks for all you do!

To say your videos are helpful would be an understatement. From the techniques and equipment you use, to understanding what is causing the dog’s behaviour is a game changer. My 1 year old Norwegian Elkhound was very anxious from the moment we brought him home at 9 weeks and he then turned aggressive with one of my other dogs which is when I discovered your videos. Incorporating the mental training has transformed his personality a ton. The heal is still very much a work in progress when on walks but I now know that there is a light at the end of the tunel!

I love the tip of narrowing the space with the puppy & using/releasing leash pressure.

We, my 70 lb 15 month old GS and me need this to be a happy duo!

Awesome job! Simple and straight forward without overcomplicating how to be successful at heel…but definitely applies to all training! Loved this!

Another awesome lesson, thank you Tom! 😊

I know the video is 3 months old….but this is really helpful! I’m 69 and I have a very active Husky and an excitable Australian Shepard, taking them for walks outside of my yard has resulted in pulled muscles and a lot of pain for me unless my husband is with me. I’m going to really try this in my yard….first, then outside the fence. I’m excited this video popped up on my feed!!! Thank you!

This video is great and the content is presented with "normal dogs" that really need the training, not just showing the instruction on a dog that is already trained. I have watched several of Tom's videos and just ordered a Herm Sprenger prong/pinch collar for our 17 lb. mini-AussieDoodle that is having control issues whining/barking/pulling (not aggressively) when seeing other dogs while walking or at our classes. Tom, if we can correct this problem and keep her from finding/chewing things around the house, she will be perfect. Hopefully your lessons will lead us to a very happy dog and very happy owners. Thanks.

Love it - the little comment boxes within the video are helpful (explaining different leashes etc). Seeing two dogs working on the same concept is cool too - Dolio rocked group class and breaking down the steps real-time with Harvey is super helpful (loved the explaining the pop back when he crossed the invisible line of your legs). And the heel clip from your course too! Thank you - 8 minutes of my day well spent!

Not sure if I've commented before, but I love your channel! Learning that e collars are not as bad as people make them out to be was a big step in my journey of owning dogs, and I feel so much more comfortable and safe while letting my dog off the leash now that I use one. I am currently training a service dog prospect and also have family dogs. Not only am I learning while watching, but your videos are very entertaining and it's amazing to watch the dogs learn and change!

I think that the connection and understanding you have with dogs is such an awesome gift.

You are amazing!! I love my dog with every fiber of my being but cannot control her. She is an American Rottie, 11 months old, 90 lbs. I weigh 115. So hard to handle. She is a true sweetheart. I am starting to apply some of your techniques! Wish me luck!!

Great video Tom. Even though I've been to the 3 day class, I still Improve on my training with these videos. I use your techniques on all my dogs. Thank you!

My dog was a real puller. Watching your previous videos really made a difference. This is a great review to catch the nuances I missed before. I love testing her heeling skills by alternating between the HEEL and BREAK commands. It helps tremendously with her reactivity. You helped make her a better dog!

That last thing you said about mastering level 1 before going to level 2 resonates with me. My big dobermann is an angel in the yard and a devil outside of it….more practice on level 2 I guess!

I wish I would have found this channel when I got my puppy months ago. This has been very helpful to tune up my pup!

We have had multiple trainers and it’s Tom’s videos that have single handedly made us better handlers. Thank you for your consistently great advice, your videos keep me motivated and inspired to be continuously working on obedience and training! #nobaddogs

You’re work is amazing! Thank you for all you teach us, Tom!

Good reminder about going from level 1 , to 2, and 3😊

Please don’t include me in the training session as I live way to far away. However, I love watching your videos as you are very clear and concise on how to get the best out of a dog. Thank you Tom. I hope you make it a million viewers this year.

This will be super helpful with my shepherd ! Thank you! Love your videos! 😊

Thanks for the video Tom! Good reminder to transition from level 1 to 2 then 3. We’ve been working so hard inside training obedience and having fun and with the weather changing to spring 🌸 👏 outdoor in the yard is next up! Thanks again!

I’ve seen great success with my GSD mix using these techniques. Can’t wait to start introducing rear end awareness to him.

You are the real dog daddy! 🐕

I learn so much from every video and podcast you put out, you’re my favorite trainer to watch and can not thank you enough for how much you’ve helped me with my two dogs. The way you explain things so clearly is incredibly helpful to us lifestyle dog owners and aspire trainers. I would love a one on one training session with you!

All of your videos are always so helpful! I have a 2.5 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback and an 18 week old Bernese Mountain and I don’t know where we would be without your videos! We have a long way to go but we are on our way!

We have had jenson for 3 years now.. rescue lurcher, he still has major reactivity with other dogs, squirrels, cats etc when we are out. Treats don't work, corrections don't work as he blows up so quickly!. He walks much better than he used to, less pulling, but he is a sniffer.... is an angel at home, and treats work well inside and in the garden. I wish he would be less reactive though. ❤🐕🤯💥

Now if I can only get hubby to watch this fantastic explanation and exhibit of timing. I sure appreciated you pointing out little things missing in my own handling. Thank you ever so much.

Well said. Still trying to master the heel in the outside world. But my boy has a brain like a squirrel! It can be frustrating especially when he does so well with no distractions. Not giving up tho. Thank you for your awesome videos

The one thing I haven’t found any trainer ever cover is how else a dog should walk on leash when not in heel. How you do teach a dog to walk on leash without pulling when they aren’t in the heel position? The most common problem I run across is the dog starts off okay on a loose leash but they slowly start pulling more and more when they figure out they don’t have to be in the heel position until you have a tight leash. I correct them but they aren’t in the heel position so pretty soon they will go back to pulling again. So how do you train a dog to not have any tension on the leash when not in heel and not as engaged with you as normal? If I’m going on a nature walk how do I get my dog to understand they don’t have to be beside me but they shouldn’t be pulling either. I saw a little bit of it with your English Bulldog video but not enough to truly understand how to teach this.

Tom, you really are a miracle worker - you turned a Rotty in the thumbnail to 2 other breeds in the video 😆😆

As a mobile dog groomer, who goes to a lot of peoples houses, sometimes because their dog is too reactive to take elsewhere - your videos are so helpful! For me, and to send over to the clients that might need a some help. Thank you!

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I learned alot from this video. My dog is constantly "walking" me. Definitely going to try these suggestions! Thanks for the tips!

Going to try this with our Marley! We have stopped his walks due to his pulling and anxiety when he sees other dogs. 🤞🏻we win the virtual 1:1

Watching your videos make me see all the mistakes I have made over the years. I;ve learned so much from you. Thanks so much.

Tom Davis is the man!!!

I have 2 dogs now, one that I was my mothers that just passed away a month ago. I couldn't give her up. I have pulling issues with my dog and always tugging back. I will try these exercises and hopefully it will be a success. I always go walking with both dogs at the same time. I feel guilty taking one out and not the other. Wish me success. Hopefully I can receive your training in the future.

So happy to find and watch this video. I have a Frenchie who pulls on the leash, and he is very strong to control.

This is one of the most complete and structured "leash walking" tutorials I have seen (btw my dogs walk nice on a leash). You also mention all the little and yet so important details. Very recommended!!!

Love these videos! Quick, clear, and straight to the point. Been following for about a couple years now and the way this channel has been evolving is amazing. Thanks for everything you guys do! I appreciate it so much!

Love the way he trains those dogs.

I would truly treasure a class with upstate canine!! My boy Blaze is 11 months now. Training to be my service dog. He is very patient and waits at the door and for food but he is having trouble with impulse control to dogs and people. I’ve struggled to find good dogs and people with whom to get practice. I guess that’s why he is best outside of those situations. In a mall he is amazing. Calm, quiet, rests when asked and ignores food on the table in the food court. He is learning well…. I just haven’t done enoug yet.

Legit my favourite dog trainer & only dog trainer I watch. I've never made comment before & I had to because I've been beyond thankful for everything myself & my dog have been able to learn from these videos 😊❤

Just adopted a rescue a week ago. Looking forward to trying this training out.

I started off with level 3 by accident. I was just excited to start going on walks now that my baby is fully vaccinated. He actually did a pretty good job. We just went back and forth on the sidewalk. I’ll just take a step back and go to the back yard or the living room next time and save the outdoor walk until we get where we need to be.

Yes yes yes!!!! Finally a trainer who teaches a release 🎉❤.

Thank you for breaking it down into smaller steps... our dogs run free for most of the time, inside and out. I never thought to walk them on a leash inside my house and then take them out into the yard for step two. I would get frustrated when they would pull after we left the doorstep, even though i had them sit and wait for me to start out.

I check this channel every day I love it so much! So helpful and changing lives, thanks Tom!

I have learned so much from you and it’s definitely helped me to become a better dog owner and aspiring trainer! Thank you for all the information you put out into the world to help better the lives of dogs everywhere

It was really helpful that you broke this down for us! Thanks Tom!

The pressure-release is the fundamental application when starting with a horse too! Great job. What you offer makes so much sense .

Hugely helpful to have this broken down into steps like this. Looking forward to giving it a try!

your videos are so helpful! Watching your videos has not only helped my dog but teach myself along the way. Keep up the great work.

I've watched a couple of your videos and they are so helpful and realistic for the average person

The 3 levels of training a behavior skill is SO important! Thank you for your great content!

Love these videos! Well-produced and informative. They help me to have patience and continue growing my relationship with my dog in a positive manner!

Thank you for all of this...I have a new pup after not having one for 4 years and needed this tune up!

Good material, gotta work on this with my pup to get him to pull less 😫

I learn something new every time I watch your clips. Thank you!

Love your videos! Love the new editing too! Supporting the No Bad Dogs Army from Australia!

Being able to recognize what I do that interferes with progress helps me so much. I ❤️ the information you provide and need these videos! Thank you!

I'm loving these break-now videos Style it's easy to follow and helpful for learning Pacific things also love the longer ones keep them both coming 🥰

Great example on how to turn exhausting walks to pleasant walks! Great video, great work @NBD, thank you!

Learning so much by watching your videos and being part of the No Bad Dogs Army! Trying to make my crazy lab pup more obedient…it’s a work in progress!

Thank you. Heeling nicely is our biggest problem. Cannot seem to get it done properly. Breaks are just pulling to end of leash. In house good, on porch good. Muddy and snowy fields are all we have presently. Transitioning is lacking finesse.

Thanks Tom!!! Appreciate the time you spend making US better so our DOGS time with us is much better for them!!! ❤️🐕❤️NO BAD DOGS❤️🐕❤️