It's Me or the Dog Season 4 Episode 17 Three Pampered Pups

In "Three Pampered Pups," the 17th episode of season 4 of It's Me or the Dog, dog trainer Victoria Stilwell faces a challenge unlike any she's seen before. The episode centers around a family in Wasilla, Alaska who are struggling to handle their trio of unruly and overly-pampered pups.

The first of the three dogs is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Bailey, who, despite being a pint-sized pooch, has a tendency to get very aggressive with other dogs. Her owners, a family of four, are at a loss as to what to do with her. They've tried various obedience classes and even had her spayed, but nothing seems to be helping to curb her behavior.

The second dog is a Labrador Retriever named Brandi, who is a rescue pup that the family adopted with hopes of giving her a better life. While they love her dearly, they have allowed her to become rather overweight due to their tendency to feed her human food in addition to her regular dog food. Victoria explains that this unhealthy diet is having a major impact on Brandi's health and well-being.

The final dog is a mixed-breed named Finley, who is a recent addition to the family. Though he is just a puppy, his owners have already started indulging him to the point that he has become quite spoiled. As a result, they are worried that Finley won't be able to get along with Bailey and Brandi, who are both much older than he is.

Throughout the episode, Victoria works with the family to address each dog's individual issues and establish new routines that prioritize training and healthy habits. She explains that, in order for things to improve, the family will have to work together to make some major changes.

One of the biggest changes that Victoria implements is a change in the dogs' diet. She explains that they will need to switch to a healthier, more balanced diet that will help them shed some excess weight and improve their overall health. In addition to dietary changes, Victoria also recommends that the family establish more structured routines for walking, feeding, and training the dogs.

As she works with the family, Victoria also spends a lot of time talking to them about the importance of setting boundaries and enforcing rules. She explains that, in order for Bailey, Brandi, and Finley to thrive, they need to have clear expectations and consistent consequences for misbehavior.

Ultimately, the family is able to make some major strides in improving the dogs' behavior and overall well-being. By the end of the episode, Bailey has become much more social and less aggressive around other dogs, Brandi has lost a significant amount of weight and is much healthier, and Finley is well on his way to becoming a well-behaved and well-adjusted pup.

"Three Pampered Pups" is a heartwarming episode that emphasizes the importance of proper training, healthy habits, and a strong sense of discipline when it comes to caring for our furry friends.