![]() ![]() ![]() Their tails are often tucked or low, their movements are low and flinchy, and the dogs’ ears are pinned back. These dogs are wide-eyed and panting hard. The video inevitably cuts to the dog heeling or sitting at Dog Daddy’s side. But eventually, exhausted and short on oxygen, the dogs collapse. I’ll grant that Dog Daddy’s defensive leash handling skills are solid. He takes the leash from the owner and holds it up, choking the dog, while the four-footer flails, thrashes, and occasionally attempts to bite him. His promotional videos (presumably the training he is most proud of and believes reflects well upon his business) are littered with clips of Dog Daddy approaching muzzled dogs that are actively trying to escape from him. I have yet to see a video in which a dog looks happy, relaxed, or affiliative with Dog Daddy. The dogs remain tense and exhibit lip-licking behavior (both of which are signs of stress in canine body language) as he touches them. While you can see Deoliveira petting dogs and saying “good boy,” it is clear that the dogs are not appreciating this contact. Nevertheless, Dog Daddy claims to use positive methods. This is extremely alarming poor client management and care.įundamentally, Dog Daddy’s training is based on a severe version of “pressure and release.” He uses prong collars to “communicate” with dogs via the leash through repeated tugs to the dog’s throat. ![]() One minute into the video, we’ve already seen several dogs attempting to flee from Dog Daddy, including one that slips out of a collar and interacts with another dog. Imagine this dog had hip dysplasia, a slipped disk, or a thyroid issue contributing to its aggression. The video then cuts to Dog Daddy whipping a terrified, snarling dog around by its neck. Given how many serious behavior issues are actually related to veterinary concerns, this is appalling.Īnyone assisting clients with serious behavior concerns should have a thorough intake process to ensure that safety measures, veterinary exams, and basic lifestyle changes can be prepared prior to meeting. ![]()
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