My journey with dogs started with my grandparents’ German Shepherd, Amur, and has shaped my life over the past 30 years. In this video, I’m cutting through the noise and sharing 15 controversial truths about raising dogs—lessons that challenge everything you think you know.
You’ll discover why I cook homemade dog food, how small amounts of garlic can benefit dogs, and why I only vaccinate puppies. I’ll also explain why I avoid clicker training, how I balance discipline with spoiling, and why puppy socialization is more important than training.
If you’ve ever questioned flea and tick prevention, struggled with the loss of a beloved dog, or just want to know how to give your dog the best life possible, this video is for you. These are real, hard-earned lessons from decades of experience.
Let’s talk about what really works when it comes to raising dogs—and let’s leave the sugarcoating behind."
00:00 Intro
00:24 Should I make homemade dog food?
01:28 Is garlic harmful or beneficial to dogs?
02:41 Are flea and tick medications harmful?
04:02 Should I skip heartworm preventative?
04:29 Should I vaccinate my puppy?
05:32 Should I vaccinate my adult dog against parvo and distemper?
06:29 Should I spay/neuter my dog, and when?
07:44 Are you sure you can trust your veterinarian?
09:42 Is clicker helpful in dog training?
12:02 How often should I give my dog treats?
13:20 Is it mean to correct my dog?
14:28 Can I spoil my dog?
15:29 How to socialize my puppy?
16:20 My dog is my fur-baby!
17:45 How hard is it to get over the loss of a dog?
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