Pitbulls as K9s in the US Military - Kenny Licklider Episode 118
PItbulls are one of the most controversial breed of dog. They polarize people: some LOVE them - some HATE them! I thought it would be a great idea to talk to someone who would seem somewhat neutral and get some more info on the breed.
Kenny Licklider has trained so many dogs to the highest level including those for the US Military. So, the question is: "Can pitbulls be used for military k9 work?" The surprising answer is in this video.
PitBulls can be really amazing dogs and when you hear the stories from Ken, you will agree. It takes a special person to own them, train them and live with them, but when you find that match, you will be astounded!
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I have had eight Pit Bull and pit mix dogs in my 42 years. I have three currently and an Aussie. I have used them as bird dogs and they are great! Every one of them has more hunt in them than I could ever use. They learn quickly and love to work! They also love being handled: picked up, cramped spaces, awkward situations are no problem. Other breeds have to be trained to handle this far more. The pit’s just don’t have the same personal space requirements that other dogs like my Aussie have. My pit’s always sleep in a big pile and have to be close to me. The Aussie sleeps by herself and doesn’t like to be crowded by anyone including my kids. The pits are vastly superior family dogs. I love my Aussie and she is very smart but not an ideal pet for most people. I have a job for her so she’s good but it would be a shame to keep her as just a house pet. Pits on the other hand are good even if you don’t have anything for them to do but hang out with you.
Bloodlines?
I grew up raising English Pointers to quail hunt. I have a rescue pitbull now and her nose is every bit as good as those hunting pointers, she is loyal, sensitive and the ultimate people pleaser. The key is being involved, they require a lot of work and attention.
I hog hunt with cur dogs tracking and baying and pits to catch the hogs but have a female pit that can find a hog as good as any I’ve hunted behind
The idea of pitbulls being working dogs is severely understated. Every one I've owned, worked with and seen, is through and through a working dog. I say this constantly. They are tons of work and by work I mean you have to work them if you want slightest chance of a peaceful life and a balanced happy doggo. Note not talking bullies and other large "form" of pitbull, I dont know anything about those, I'm talking Apbt's.
Exactly since there’s major differences between APBT’s and American Bullies/bully mutts.
@@allday4975 For sure! People fail to understand such simplicities it's rather irritating but what can you do.
They're great at what they do; Animal apprehension.
That’s one hell of a record 300 dogs in country and never lost a single soul or a dog down. I’ll give you a round of applause for that one.❤
I totally agree. This man deserves a medal & to be recognised worldwide for this alone. So amazing yet so humble what an incredible man.
My dad was in the US Army Infantry, ww2, Korea, and Vietnam, 22years! he always had small dogs he could carry on him, he credits dogs for saving his life countless times because they could identify the enemy through smell, and traps, the enemy didn't eat like Americans did, and smelled different from Americans, my dad new the enemy was near and where, or in camp all the time! I grew up with dogs, own dogs, and defend them always! Im 62yrs old, retired US Coast Guard 🐕 my dad is on Vietnam footage shown on tv, "bugging out" past a wall, stopping for the camera, no shirt, flak jacket, goes on one knee, he opens his flak jacket showing his white little dog, (fuzz nuts), i have the pictures he sent home!
Your father carried a small dog because the weight of a larger dog, including the heavy weight of his brass balls, would have been too much for him to carry around, salute to your father, and Fuzz Nutz!!🫡
@thenomenclature7243 God Bless America 🇺🇸 🙏🏻 ❤️
@@thenomenclature7243stop saying that annoying cliche.
@@RAPEDBYBLACKS Did I hurt your feelings soyboy?
LOVE the practice of identifying the alpha in a litter and then removing that dog to allow another to move into the alpha role! This is an example of how creative thinking can override conventional thought. We have believed for so long that the dominance or submissiveness of the dog is contingent on the inherent character of the dog…in other words, you are what you are born with, but this is a true example of how nurture can supersede nature through a wise manipulation of the conditions in which a puppy is raised. As a coach, writer, and apprentice dog trainer with my obedience club, I often observed the correlation between what we teach our dogs and what our dogs teach us. The wise trainer will get it…you may not consider yourself an “alpha” trainer at this point, but when you step into a role that pushes you to become better…when you encounter a dog that challenges your skills…this is your opportunity to become the alpha. Cool idea! Thanks, Robert and Kenny, for sharing your wonderful thoughts.
The machine will love you
Great post, you are a good coach.
I've been around pitbulls all my life, such sweethearts. I believe there are no bad dogs, just bad owners.
We’re talking real American pit bull terriers not the mixed breeds people say is a pit bull
@@k9dave967 absolutely! Best dogs in my opinion
What bloodlines have you owned
1917 stubby was the first decorated military pitbull..richard Stratton had written about this breed being the complete canine for any task..the all round breed..his books were published from around 40yrs ago..
He's was also the most decorated dog in the US military to. Saved his soldiers life's countless times from gassing and night attacks and ect.
ALL FACTS. SALUTE
Stubby alerted our guys in the trenches, when Mustard gas attacks came from the Germans. He also grabbed a German spy and held the spy with his teeth, until our guys nabbed the spy. Stubby ! an American Hero.
I love this so much! I'm in Florida volunteering in Shelters. 90% of the dogs are pit mixes. I wish Stubby was more well known. Would help the breeds reputation. What a hero!!
Stubby was a Boston terrier not a pit bull
Sergeant Stubby the pitbull was the first military dog. He is also the most decorated dog to ever be in the military. He served during WWI
That wasn’t a pitbull though. That was a Boston terrier mix
Can't say I remember the dog you're talking about but I know they used purebred ABPT's in WWI
@@KR-mt2zxthe apbt 100 years ago doesn't look anything like the modern pit unfortunately, Sgt stubbly was closer to the original pit than these broad shoulders show pieces now. My Yorkie mix has more pit character than pits do now. I hate what has happened to America's dog
@@ericbest9562 thinking you might be talking about these ill bred pieces of garbage that are actually "bully breeds" and you're right they're not ABPT's and people who don't know any better and uneducated about the breed wish to refer to them as Pit Bulls. You can even tell the difference between an American Staffordshire terrior if you know Pit Bulls well enough. I haven't had anything but APBT's since 96 and my hubby has had them since 88-89. His very first was a Carver X Going light blood and my first one was a Sorrell X Plumbers Alligator cross. Mine was ADBA registered as well. My girl who passed a couple of years ago was double registered. Don't have the certificate because you have to send it back in but still have how she was bred. Had a pure Hall's dog we picked up from the man himself and granted our boys are almost 11 they're Bolio x Jeep bloodline and their Dad solid Bolio. Otherwise our dogs if they were still alive were grandsons to Hall's Carlos and Frisco and although we didn't breed them the friend who did got their Dad straight from Bobby and his female came straight from Garners yard as well. I can't remember if it was a hundred years ago for sure but the Amstaffs were the accepted breed in England and the APBT from Ireland. Could the two breeds have been crossed way back then and maybe looked different I'm sure that's a really good possibility. Look up Black Satan owned by Captain Jack Barret from the early 1900s. He looks just like many well bred ABPT'S of today.
@@ericbest9562 what? Look up gamedogs bro. They always looked like that and they haven’t changed today compared to the early or late 1800s. Stubby wasn’t even a pitbull it was a Boston terrier mix. Look at his structure his muzzle is more smushed in.
Sending respect from wales if only all people treated dogs like these men
I don't even have a dog (altho the cat is a lunatic) and I could listen to you fellas talk all day.
Excellent interview. I have respected and followed Ken for years due to his no nonsense attitude and the true respect he gives to other trainers. His tremendous and genuine love of dogs has made him one of the greatest trainers worldwide. Thank you Ken for all you have done for K9's everywhere. 🙂
I got a 12 week old .75 pit bull + .25 lab. She is the sweetest animal ever. She is totally in tune with my emotions. If I am happy, she is happy. If I am upset she is trying to figure out why and do something about it. I dont think she would hurt anyone unless they tried to harm my family or myself. Love her so much!
A mutt is different then a pure breed
@@jibbajay No pitbull is a full breed. They are all a mix.
Have a 12 year old pit/lab mix, an i've only heard her growl twice her whole life. Once at one of the ac repairmen, an once at my wife's x.
As a Pitbull lover and a self-proclaimed expert on the breed, this segment warmed my heart!
I have rescued pitties and Am Bulldogs for the better part of 25 years. They are absolute people pleasers (as most dogs are) and their noses (scent tracking) is fabulous. Prey drive, outstanding, food driven, outstanding and tenacity is second to none. I currently have a bull mastiff that uses his nose for EVERYTHING. His tracking ability is fantastic. He’s absolutely driven when it comes to food and toys (prey drive) is beyond what I expected from this breed. I thought the brachycephalic would be a hindrance for tracking or search, I was wrong!
People need to stop chopping their ears and tails off. The tail helps with balance and the ears help with smell, which means its literally part of their GPS system.
@@user-de9uc3py4d They aren't unpredictable if raised correctly.
@@user-de9uc3py4dcrazy 40 years I've had these "unpredictable " dogs and never have I or anyone around them ever been hurt or has the dog reacted or done anything unpredictable I'll have to assume you watch alot of TV and thats where u came up with ur comment
@@randywinn9501 my first house hippo (pittie) I was a little nervous about. I had heard the media bias and thought, what have I gotten myself into? Honestly, she was the absolute best dog I had ever had. She was great with people and accepted other dogs into our “pack.” She was incredibly intelligent and was never a threat to children or adults. (Of course I supervised her but she never needed it.) She opened my eyes to how wonderful this breed (and bully type dogs) are when raised right, trained and loved. I miss her, still.
@CuzOfTheDog awesome I just happened to have grown up with them and have had them most of my life but unfortunately people hear pitbull and really half the dogs called that nowadays are not even a pit bull they are bull's but it sux when someone comments like that when the only interaction they have had with them is hiding when they see one walking because they have heard bad things and I'm glad u got to experience it they are loyal and loving
Always was leery of pitbull type dogs , adopted one from a shelter , this dog has blown me away . Huge personality, it’s like living with a human not a dog he’s so smart ! LOVES children !! tons of love , has a zest for life I have never seen in a dog . Sweetest boy I ever met . It’s sad people are awful to these dogs and make them aggressive!
Well, this bully line has been bred to be aggressive so they have that wiring in them. Then, they are trained to be aggressive so double whammy. They are dangerous because of this and the way they fight other dogs and maul humans compared to other breeds. Of course, there are outliers, especially the ones picked to as baits due to their more mellow personalities.
The American pit bull terrier is genetically aggressive… just as cattle dogs genetically bite ankles.
Great video! Fascinating topic with two passionate individuals. Pitbull is the abbreviated term for the American Pitbull Terrier, a breed recognized by the American Dog Breeders Association (ADBA) and the United Kennel Club (UKC). These dogs have pedigrees that can be traced back to ancestors imported from the British Isles. The Pitbull breed has a rich history with well-established bloodlines, and breeders have conducted significant genetic selection to maintain its traits. It is worth noting that the dogs found in shelters are not purebred APBTs but rather "Bull-type" of dogs.
It’s two words: “Pit” and “Bull”; Pit Bull. Or Pit Bulldog.
Mutts thats what they are.
@@WDLC1911 The word "Pitbull" has a relatively straightforward etymology, consisting of two parts: "pit" and "bull." "Pit" refers to an arena or a pit specifically used for animal fights, particularly dog fights, where these contests were once organized. "Bull" simply means "bull," and in the context of the word "Pitbull," it alludes to bull baiting, a blood sport that originated in England during the medieval period, gaining popularity in the 17th and 18th centuries. This cruel practice involved setting dogs, often bulldogs or similar breeds, upon a tethered bull, typically a large and powerful one. The objective of bull baiting was for the dogs to attack the bull, latching onto its nose, horns, or neck and not letting go, while the bull tried to defend itself by tossing and goring the dogs with its horns or trampling them. Dogs used for bull baiting were selectively chosen for their strength, tenacity, courage, powerful jaws, high pain tolerance, aggressiveness, and determination. These traits enabled them to engage effectively in this brutal and inhumane blood sport.
@@GrCHBoomerang Did I ever state that the "American Pitbull Terrier "was created for "Bull Baiting"? I only provided the historical context behind the term "Pitbull." This term describes a function, the job that men of that era assigned to these dogs: to seize the bull and immobilize it by its snout, ear, or other facial parts. This historical context is behind the term "Bull." Then, the term "Pit" refers to a designated area or arena where animals are placed against each other for entertainment or gambling purposes. The word "American" refers to the United States, where Bull-and-Terrier-type dogs from the British Isles (most notably those from the Black Country, Staffordshire County, England) were drastically selected, refined for combat, possessing "Gameness." From this rigorous selection, truly American lineages emerged. The word "Terrier" refers to small terriers (chest < 35 cm/14in) hunting foxes and badgers in their burrows. The selected dogs were those unafraid of darkness, temperature variations, tight spaces, with a keen sense of smell, having the tenacity to face fox and badger attacks, capable of staying underground for several days, able to finish/kill their prey underground if it refused to come out. Therefore, the term "Terrier" refers to this family of working dogs and their resilient and courageous temperament. In the early 1800s, bulldogs and terriers were crossed, laying the foundation for popular dog breeds today: the Amstaff, APBT, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and the English Bull Terrier. Following the prohibition of Bull-Baiting, fights continued but only between medium-sized dogs resulting from the bulldog-terrier cross, which were easy to hide and matches were easily held in small hidden places. To summarize, "American" for the United States and a distinct American selection from Irish-English stock, "Pit" for the combat arena, the act of placing one animal against another to watch them fight, "Bull" referring to Bull-Baiting and bull-and-bear fighting dogs, and "Terrier" referring to dogs hunting underground displaying unwavering determination to accomplish their task despite challenges.
Ukc does not recognize them.
We raised a Argentine dogo from a 9 week old puppy to her death of old age at 15.5 years old( human years). She was brought into our family when my oldest son was 6 months old. I was hands on with her since the day we got her. Hands on meaning not abusing her, but absolutely keeping her in check from day one. During her lifetime we raised 3 kids, hundreds of chickens, goats, hogs and rabbits. Not one time did she ever harm a single livestock, in fact she would lay down her life protecting us and them. Absolutely positively the best dog ive ever owned and ive owned many of different breeds as well as my friends and family. Anyone who ever had the opportunity to meet/be around her were in awe by her and begged for puppies. She never stepped foot in a veterinarian office ever in her life until the day we had to have her put down due to kidney failure. Kotton we miss ya girl!
What die you feed her, any vaccines or deworming?
@@michiel5160 showtime 25/20, not the 1st vaccine, no distemper/parvo and wormed her with safeguard goat wormer the liquid not the paste.
This was informative, I like that you mention owner accountability no matter what race you are, when it comes to pitbulls having undeserved reputation
Best dog I ever had was a pitbull/ridgeback mix. Sociable, curious, but when task, strong and determined. The endurance of that dog, and his drive was incredible. I was in my prime and in great shape, but that dog Would wear me out after an hour of play.
Another great video. Thanks. Learning about taking the alpha puppy out and seperating it from the rest of the litter so that another puppy can step up and becone Alpha and then just repeat that process until they all, except the very last puppy is Alpha of his own space, is really a great system. I love learning something new every chance I get .
In the last 1-2 years i've changed my POV on Pitties and Am Staff's. Yes, they were used for bull baiting, yes they were used for dog fighting but that was a different time and bad people were not put in check. I have a neighbor who is a breeder and have seen and interacted with their pitbulls and they are absolute darlings. What a great breed, no wonder they are called the "nanny" dog.
Bull and bear baiting was outlawed in 1834 in the uk and not sure it was ever a thing in the United States. The amstaff and pitbull breed was created in the late 1800s and early 1900s so not sure how they were used for bull and bear baiting. Pitbulls were bred to fight and be all round farm and catch dogs. They were never ever the nanny dog.
@@maddogsenglishmen8020 pfff the nanny dog refers to the englisch Staffordshire Bull terrier. The grandfather of american staf and pittbulls. Englisch staff is a product of the English mine workers in Staffordshire UK crossbreed bulldog X terriers. .first to keep the rats away . The nanny dog comes from the dogs protected the children when parents worked . Later they started with competitions biting in a wing of a windmill and see wich dog could hold on the longest . Sometimes resulting in dead dogs still hanging on the mill. And dog fights . The Brits took the first bull and terriers to the states .. so apbt comes from Staffordshire Bull terrier.
@wildtatz right so the pitbull was never a nanny dog. Just proved my point for me
@@maddogsenglishmen8020 no you are right about that .
@@GrCHBoomerang I actually agree with everything he said.
Fantastic! Cabral gets the best guests - such good spirit and intelligence. I love this
I have 5 Pitbulls and they are the best and am glad you are training Pitbull for military and police
Leri Hanson has done incredible training with Pitbulls and Ringsport. She’s a legend in my book for this. ❤
I don't know if she's done military k9 work with pitfalls, but agree her work is amazing in the sports!
Diane Jessup too, especially with her dog Dread. Don't know if she is still active though.
The best working dog I ever encountered was a rescued APBT that I pardoned off of death row, two hours before night-night. That dog would do anything I asked. Unbelievable work ethic.
This was so refreshing to hear probably the best discussion about dogs & respecting other dog trainers instead of all this rivalry. I have always said the most dangerous abuse is someones hands so it's not the tools or methods it's how these tools are used. I've never used tools or crates but that doesn't mean I'm against either. Different methods work for different dogs in different circumstances. Sadly whenever anyone simply says I do or don't use this or that way, all too often such comments get attacked by others including some dog trainers 😕 Dog owners, trainers, professional & non professional should all watch this adult healthy conversation to learn exactly what everyone should be doing in the dog world...respecting eachother, listening to eachother, learning from eachother & enjoying sharing eachothers experiences & opinions. What a great place it would be if more people were like this instead of the my way or no way & tearing people down simply for using a different method that works for them. You two are amazing role models for the dog community worldwide. This was the best & loveliest discussion I've watched. Thank you from the UK. You are both amazing.❤
Listening in to get info on dogs and learned how to communicate with people better cause I’m an interrupter in convos and this conversation taught me more than just dog training/behavior
I have ALWAYS had a pit at some point. I have 3 right now, beside a catahoula cur and boxer they are great dogs!!! I had boxers that were some of the very best trackers I've ever seen.
Absolute wealth of knowledge. Thank you for sharing.
Always had a great time selecting dogs at VLK!!! Kenny and his crew are the best!
Thanks for the interview. Really enjoyed it. Would love to hear more from Ken. Robert, you were one of the trainers whos videos gave me a lot of insight and helped me choose the right tools for rescue GSD I pulled from the Miami pound. ❤
👊🏽❤️. Awesome!!!
pitbulls will work for their handlers. They love people and will do most things.Bad pits come from bad breeding nothing more
Bad breeding or bad ownership. Bad owners can f*ck up any dog.
Love these chats. Kenny is good energy!
Great interview 👍
Excellent information, thank you both!
This guy is great! I would have loved to see the tattoo of Flash and a photo! Ken taking Pitties out of rescue shelters to train them and then taking them to Afghanistan and not losing one, while the military still don't use them now is a story we need to hear more about! Wish there was footage of these great dogs n action - that might change a few minds!
You most definitely just gained a follower big guy
Thank God for the PitBull advocates!! Love this podcast!
Mutt advocates calling them pitbulls are the true enemy of the real pitbull terrier
@@maddogsenglishmen8020, oh, you’re preaching to the choir here! I know a real Pitbull terrier. My dad raised, trained and worked them. I also know the watered down version that you call mutts and I agree with that as well but I’ve had both and if you do your homework (DNA) and know what your looking for, you can still find that diamond in the rough in a rescue! I did, and it reignited the fire in me. Be blessed my friend!
@sheilagordon2643 by saying its not a pitbull I'm not saying it's Not a great animal and pet but calling everything a pitbull has been extremely damaging to the real breed. No breed should have to share its reputation with dangerous crosses.
@@maddogsenglishmen8020, I have never agreed with anything more! Seriously! It’s a slap in the face to label a Pitbull “mix” a Pitbull. And as you said, I have seen brilliant crosses and although I might not agree with crossing them with anything but it’s brings in money so it’s gonna happen, sadly. And I have seen disastrous consequences of mixing them. Having said all that, I believe Kenny has an eye for a “real dog” and therefor can advocate for this amazing breed that money and bad breeders are trying to destroy.
@@GrCHBoomerang, you might be right. 🤷🏻♀️
Great talk. Greetings from Prescott, AZ
These guys are great. If more people watched, I might not have to threaten people with off leash dogs in Granite Creek Park.
Amazing info! Thanks to both of you!
Knowing what I know about dogs now I wish I had put my pit lab girl into work training, probably detection. She has a great drive and a great nose and a tremendous prey drive and fearless. If I get another pit like her I will absolutely get it trained up for detection/sport/SAR
loved this talk.
His humble attitude its so refreshing. Thank you for sharing
Lets do an interview brother! We have 20 years of training, raising and breeding the Perro de Presa Canario 🎉
Next level sir is legend in training world
When someone says i adopted or rescued a pitbull...99.99% of the time its a mixed dog mislabeled as a pitbull. And thats how the breed got a bad reputation by calling every dog a pitbull. Get a pitbull from a dogman and judge the breed based on the purebred dog.
It’s “Pit Bull”. Two words. Both capitalized. You’re absolutely, positively correct. Most have Bullies not Pit Bulldogs.
@WDLC1911 bigger issues than how something is spelt. Both are correct and used so get over it and try educating someone on something that actually matters
@@maddogsenglishmen8020, EVERYTHING matters. Keep living. You’ll soon draw the same conclusion…
NO LIES DETECTED. SALUTE.
I like Pit Bulls. But suggesting a pit fighting dog won't have a low threshold and animal aggression is utterly ignorant to basic genetics. Of course Pit Bulls have unique challenges.
Glad to see someone recognize the positive attributes of shelter pitbulls! Hopefully more of the high drive ones can find their way as working dogs!
Shelter "pitbulls " aren't pitbulls. Pitbulls are purebred with pedigrees and bloodlines
Shelter pitbulls are a gamble... The only pitbull I would ever own is from a real game bred pitbull breeder...
@@luckyorion9634 saying dogs at the shelter are breeds is like saying the stray cats at the shelter are Bengal kittens. They don't end up there because they hold value.
@@luckyorion9634, I agree with few exceptions. I am assessing a female game bred Pit rescued from a thug fighting ring who, to my utter amazement, is solid as a rock.
@@luckyorion9634 Guest Kenny said he was getting his pitbulls from the shelter, maybe you missed that part.
Well bred and trained Pitties are one of the best all round breeds to work with, they are smart, fast super athletic and eager to learn, people think the lock jaw is a problem if the dogs are used by the police or military but they very rarely lock on and they can be trained to not do it. I have owned Rotties, a Belgium sheppard and a Cane Corso and they have all been awesome dogs but the best all round dog I have ever owned is my current companion who is a Pitbull, this dog's genes are perfect his natural physique is amazing and he learnt faster than any other breed I have trained, he is perfect around people and kids and can switch from casual and loving to all business in a flash, one thing I have learned about the breed is they are very emotional with people and they need to be around people but when you take that away from them they can become aggressive its the only negative trait they have and I think its the reason we hear stories of them just turning all of a sudden.
I would absolutely love to see you interview Lee Robinson of American Sentinel kennels.
The man breeds mutts
24 pit bulls and counting. Hands down the best breed of dogs. Loyal loving protective and great with kids. Every bad pit bull I’ve ever seen was 100% the product of a bad human PERIOD! You can’t ask for a better companion than a pitty that you’ve raised and trained yourself.
As usual…another fascinating podcast!..thank you again!
Learned so much by this!
Great interview! Very interesting about the Pit Bull and it’s uses as don’t know much about them (banned breed in Oz) except that they seem to have a bad rap. I also agree about the social media engagement. It annoys me when people criticise the techniques of others as to me it is unprofessional. Learn what you can from other trainers, discard what doesn’t sit well with you and keep what does. 🤷♀️
Great video. Is this part of a longer interview?
My question too! Happy to hear more from Ken - he rally is amazing!
The thing I love about dogs and man, we have an unspoken contract. You provide food, shelter, care for the dog. The dog does various services, tasks. The interesting thing, the dog comes up on the food chain to your level. Unless you are a heartless PoS that abandons them at the first issue or Chinese person who beats them to death with a stick prior to eating them. Also, heads up if you have an old dog, @ age 10 standard years, a dog has a 50% chance of developing cancer/ tumors. Avoid sugar/excess carbs as it will directly feed cancer/tumors. Keto can help shrink cancer/ tumors.
MWDs, Pitbulls, and Kenny... this is bound to be an interesting episode.
Great episode, as expected. Agreed. My pit loves to trail; though, I've yet to 'train' her in it, more just encourage it.
@@fadedillusions867, absolutely!
Great interview
Man I loved watching his dogs work on that tv show!! I realize we only got a tiny fraction of an idea from the show of the dedication it takes to run a kennel full of working dogs, but damn was it cool to watch!! Great episode
What a lovely man. Thanks for sharing 👍
Great episode thank you Robert! I have a question...At what age would you start removing the alpha from the litter?
I train with affection and I've only owned APBT's. When choosing a pup i go for the the pup that tries to get my attention the most. Usually he's the first one jumping up to get to me. Then i train by giving or withholding affection. Good work equals scratches and belly rubs. My 6yr old APBT, Dez has actively protected my wife from an assault but he's also the best companion, babysitter and road trip partner you can ask for.
We had a Belgian Malinos/ Pitbul mix in the Finnish army in the early 1990. The dog was amazing.
Great video. Really nice guy 👍
Thanks for sharing:)
I have a 2yr old pit mix, Annie, who has a fabulous nose! She is a tracking/search queen. I was not a pitbull person, l had GSD'S. After having lost both of my GSD'S within 6 mo. Of each other, I was very depressed. I wanted another Shepherd but just couldnt. 6 mo later, My girlfriend brought me an 8 week old pittie mix puppy. OMG.... a puppy! I have had 5 GSD'S which all were rescues and all excellent dogs. Sad to say at 56 yrs old l have my first puppy. She kept me busy. But now, 2 yrs later l have another fabulous dog! Such personality, definitely not a GSD, she is only 60lbs. So she takes up less room on the bed! Love her to death!
@@GrCHBoomerangA pit bull is a mixed dog to begin with 😂
@@thenomenclature7243 Every Pure breed comes from something . The difference Between a Mixed ( Mutt) and a Pure Breed. A Mix doesn’t have Standards and No Pedigree. A Pure breed has Standards and Pedigree . A Pit Bull is the APBT. A APBT has Standards and Pedigree . Grand Champion Boomerang ( APBT) is an Old Pit Fighting Dog from the 70s . Go do your research on Boomerang
Purchased ukc American pitbull terrier show dog as a puppy in the early 80s and he live 14 years ! I spent time every day with him training to the best of my ability, and he was an absolute amazing animal, built like a young Schwarzenegger, and had a disposition of a Buddhist monk
Wonderful! Thank you very much for this episode, Robert Cabral
hmmm..interesting. good talk!
Just imagine if you got a pit bull from a good breeder like from the famous Mr. Corn with all the traits and can breed and get the same traits all the time for the military dogs like that. Would be awesome.
APBT was Americas icon back in the WW2 and those dogs continued to be an icon.
I love listening to your podcasts while I'm at work. I dont know how many times i have recommend your videos and podcasts to people who ask me questions about what i am listening to beccause they heard something they liked.
My pitbull was the best dog breed i ever had despite furniture and carpet getting destroyed when he was teething when he was young, he was the best being i could ask for no doubt. He listened, followed me everywhere, protected me from adrenaline cops one time, and he always was loving to me, ive had a bunch of different types of animals and etc, pitbulls seemed to be the best, even when your at your lowest and have a one its like they know, their really a human intimate dog outta all of the breeds, pitbull would rather spend time with you then with any other, they rather give their life for you to not be hurt, they want to do whatever you want to do whatever it is, they truly our humans best friend if you teach as a kid like kid is homeschooled like i did, you may have a good one like i did who i could walk with out a leash aroumd anything anywhere without provocation coming from my pit, i miss mine, wish i made more videos for i barley have any, i have more pics in triple digits tho. Miss him, fyi i bought mine for 50bucks and he was 4weeks old when i had bought him, feed him with bottle for a week an half to after that like a baby it was really cute.😢 oh Champ i miss
Check out the Mink Man. He’s training his little Pit to do amazing things 😳
Great job man from truly professional tks the best
they where known as Nanny Dog's .....see the kid, there was a Pitbull close by, see the Pitbull dog the kid was close by and safe...... around 1900..... or so...was when they were seen as Good Dogs, they are a Jack of all trades.
Haven't watched any of their training video's but I will now. Im a Tom Davis guy. But like they said....every trainer is different and to each you own. Im gonna check them out
One of my dogs is pit/german shepherd/chow and boxer, confirmed by dna. He’s the most solid farm dog I’ve ever had. He is all bluff and no bite towards people but he alerts and guards against hawks, coyotes, bobcats etc. his arch nemesis is the owl lol. He even ran off a bear once. Won’t bother livestock, protects chickens like you wouldnt believe. He’s the most focused driven dog I’ve ever had. Best rat hunter ever. He’s not a dog anyone can handle, but he’s obedient to a fault with the people he trusts. Hands down best dog I’ve ever had. They’re not all fantastic tho, it’s a genetic lottery with mixes and the owner also plays a large part as well. Bully mixes are not all for everyone. Would I get another? 100%
Flash was amazing!!!!
The movie?
@@PepeDeezNutz Kenny's dog
My first Pit(old school bleed lines) moved in at four weeks old, 15 December 1985. I knew nothing about Pits, grew up with Boxers, Dobermans, and German Shepherds. So he got trained as a military dog. He was just totally AWESOME, two enlistment, two marriages, four cross country moves, saved so many family members; his judgment was always better than mein. He worked, he hunted(squirrel), and played hard. I have had many since, More adventures than I could tell in a week. My big prejudice: is with Pit-mix, Or kenneled/boxed dogs. Pits require people time, lots of people time. By the by, For me, there is no other breed, American Pit Bull Terrier, forever !!!
Thank you for advocating on the American pit bull To me they are the ultimate dog
My pit/Blackmouth Cur is an amazing tracker. I wish I had more experience with tracking, but we're trying, I'm holding him back for now. I've watched Tom Rose and try to copy his techniques.
I love it!
I did not know they were used like this. I have an APBT/Catahoula mix we adopted from our local shelter. He was unsocialized, had been abused, and needed a break. He started out in the shelter as a pup and ended up there again as a damaged adult. He needed a break. It was a tough road for him and I have a bite scar from him, but he became an excellent dog. He's a 75lb fur missile and fearless guardian of our home. I truly believe this dog would have to be killed to get past him. He will not let anyone get between him and his family. He good with other dogs when we are out, but anything that enters the back yard dies. He runs toward potential threats. He has also chased off coyotes, raccoons, and a bobcat. He is also really scent driven. If I got him as a puppy, I would have liked to train him as a SAR dog. He absolutely loves to track and find and has a high work drive. I've always thought Cooper was an awesome dog with a lot of wasted potential, but I never knew they could become a MWD.
Gypsy Stratten would be good to have on the show
Listening to this will surely help work go by faster, thanks!
Great to hear!
@RobertCabralDogs a dog without a pedigree can't be a breed. Pitbulls have bloodlines and pedigrees. Shelter dogs are not pitbulls. They are just mislabeled as pitbulls. Pitbulls are eli bolio jocko redboy Cottingham alligator jeep etc.
@@maddogsenglishmen8020 listen to the interview.... many of the pitfalls he talks about were rescues... not the dogs you speak of
@RobertCabralDogs the root cause of the real pitbulls reputation is believing there are real pitbulls at the shelter. Yes the odd dog rings gets busted and some may end up there. But 99.99 % dogs labeled as pitbulls are actually mixed dogs. Unless it came from a dogman breeder it's not a pitbull. No pedigree = not a breed.
Best buddy I ever had was pitbull named Patch, RIP.
Great mind's think alike! Learning is a constant evolving tool - Different breeds, have different own needs. I make training fun, it's not an admittance of failure - failure is not acting upon with an open mind tailored to meet my dog's needs and better my own skill set, it can potential save a life or two.
Randomly ran across this clip and loved it, loving Kenny's overall vibe 👍. Always had similar thoughts on pits. Have known a lot of amazing ones, and always thought a lot of them have the potential to do a lot more than most people might think. But they just end up in the wrong hands SO often. And I don't even mean just the outright abusive hands, but just overall dog-ignorant, irresponsible, 'my baby would never do that!' types that have no business having ANY dog, let alone one as powerful and driven as a lot of pit bulls can be under those big blocky adorable faces.
We had two pitbulls from the same litter. The female was incredibly sweet and submissive. Gentle. People and dog friendly. The male was an absolute nightmare. Neurotic, untrustworthy, insatiable prey drive, just a menace. It’s amazing how big the spectrum can be from the same litter.
Guy is spot on
Thanks guys, you're right... There's more than 1 way 2 skin a cat. 😂
Hey Robert, what are your thoughts on using high drive dogs like Dogo Argentinos for training? They are going through some bad publicity these days, just like Dobermans, Rottweilers and Pitbulls have had and still have...
The Bullmastiff is another short nosed dog that is very good at tracking. Consider that is what they were for, finding poachers.
They are also sight hounds. They notice everything different in their environments which also helped in searching out poachers.
I have a bull mastiff x pit and he is an absolute beast! He is the sweetest kids dog ever but he is shockingly fast and athletic. He has a good nose and takes his job seriously. He can jump our five foot horse fence without touching it and can run for miles when I’m on horseback. I would rather have him watching my back than most humans. I always leave him with my wife and kids tho, because they are safe with him around.
Ultimately it is about the handler dog relationship. Your training skills will show too.
My dog is wearing an e-collar now. It rarely gets used, but I can't tolerate Levon going to the highway.
You know, I really enjoyed today’s podcast I’ve had pitbull‘s and Mel’s and rat terriers that rat terrier could hunt man as well as the Mel.and thought, she was a pitbull, and only a third of their size, tenacious great nose, but I love my pitbull‘s , they have such a terrible reputation so many die in the shelters really a shame. Great show you guys keep it up.🎉
Hello can you describe what to feed dogs 😊
Put bull terriers are INTENSITY in a dog form!! Athletic, dedicated, & all heart!!
I’m not familiar with a YAG terrier so I looked it up. Do you mean Jadgterrier?
Yes, when he says YAG terrier he is referring to the jagdterrier German hunting terrier.