THE DOG WHISPERER
Renowned dog behavior expert Cesar Millan
is one of the most sought-after experts working in the field of
dog rehabilitation. From bullying Chihuahuas to timid Great
Danes, Cesar has an uncanny gift for communicating with dogs and
seeing the world through their eyes.
Cesar has been called a Dr. Phil for dogs, and for good reason.
His amazing rehabilitations of aggressive, scared, lazy,
compulsive and jealous dogs — and the families that are usually
in the dark about how their own behavior contributes to the
dogs' quirky traits — captured the national spotlight when his
National Geographic Channel (NGC) series Dog Whisperer
premiered last year. On Friday, January 6, 2006, at 8 p.m. ET/PT
Dog Whisperer returns for a primetime second season
with expanded hour-long episodes.
Cesar has over 20 years of experience with canines. His unique
talent with dogs first developed on his grandfather's farm in
Mexico. Now, at his Dog Psychology Center in Los Angeles, he
receives as many as 100 calls a week from owners desperate for
help. By the time people call Cesar, they are confronting a
crisis with their beloved pets. He is their emergency responder,
and often their last resort.
News of Cesar's skills quickly spread after the launch of
Dog Whisperer, and it wasn't long before Oprah Winfrey
invited him to help with her dog, Sophie, on her national
television program. Other celebrities who now count themselves
as satisfied customers include Will Smith and Jada Pinkett
Smith, Vin Diesel, Nicolas Cage, Scarlett Johannson, Hillary
Duff, Daisy Fuentes, Annie Potts, and movie directors Ridley
Scott and Michael Bay. In addition to The Oprah Winfrey Show,
Cesar has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
and Live with Regis & Kelly.
Each episode of Dog Whisperer goes into the homes of
troubled dogs and their frustrated owners, documenting the
remarkable rehabilitations that take place under Cesar's
guidance and teaching. Viewers witness how after he's helped the
dogs, it's the owners he must train. Many dog owners, in their
desire to give their pets love and affection, don't establish
their leadership role, leaving the dog in control.
Cesar's methodology developed from his keen understanding of
canine pack behavior. Unique to Cesar's approach is his "Power
of the Pack" method. Incredibly, his own pack of up to 50 dogs,
which includes Rottweilers, pit bulls and German shepherds, are
able to live together harmoniously. Most dog trainers relate to
one animal at a time, but Cesar often uses the pack itself — the
natural social unit for canines — to rehabilitate a wayward dog.
Cesar was born in Culiacan, Mexico, during a hurricane that took
the roof off the family's house. He spent much of his youth at
his grandfather's ranch, growing up with a pack of dogs that
were his closest friends. It was his grandfather who taught him
the one lesson he still uses today: "Never work against Mother
Nature."
While he lived in Mexico, Cesar fondly remembers watching
Rin Tin Tin and Lassie on TV, and he was so
impressed by the ability of the television dog trainers that he
decided to come to the United States to learn from them. Cesar's
first job in the United States was as a dog groomer. His uncanny
ability with dogs quickly became apparent to clients, who asked
for help with their dogs' behavior problems.
Cesar lives in Los Angeles, and spends his spare time with his
family — his wife, Illusion, and two sons, Cesar Andre, 11 and
Calvin Christian, 7 — all of whom also help him in his work. His
new book, Cesar's Way, will be published in April 2006
by Harmony Books.
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SEASON
1
Episode 1 - Nunu and Kane
Meet NuNu, a Chihuahua infamous for attacking anyone
who comes near his owner. Meanwhile, at 160 pounds
(72.5 kilograms), Kane is NuNu's opposite—a giant
dog ... and also a neurotic. Can Cesar tame the
ferocious NuNu and help Kane overcome his anxieties?
Episode 2 - Opie and Flirt
A charmer around people, goofy and affable Opie
becomes aggressive around other dogs. Meanwhile,
Flirt, the Chinese crested is beyond a handful. But
is it all the dogs' fault?
Episode 3 - Ruby and Rana
Scared of everything, Ruby deals with her neuroses
by biting. And Rana the sheltie deals with
everything by eating. Despite these very different
problems, Cesar shows how they can be handled the
same way.
Episode 4 - Boomer and Josh
Meet Josh, a lively Maltese poodle mix who won't let
anyone go near him with a brush. Then meet Boomer, a
clown-like dog that must always be the center of
attention.
Episode 5 - Harry and Brooks
The trouble with Harry is that anything on wheels
drives him berserk. And shadows send Brooks into a
tizzy. In both cases, Cesar must teach the dogs and
their owners how to cure these anxious obsessions.
Episode 6 - Sueki and Coach
A boxer named Coach may be put down for biting a
man. Can Cesar save him before it's too late? Then,
find out why Sueki turns her nose up at leashes.
Episode 7 - Slick and Pepper
Slick was rescued from living in a crate for 15
hours a day. He lives in Beverly Hills now, but is
still fear-ridden. Meanwhile, Pepper is a rescue dog
with issues, too. Can Cesar help Slick and Pepper
recover from an abusive past?
Episode 8 - Gus and Ava
Ava chases her tail constantly. Could the problem be
neurological? Meanwhile, Gus says, "Hello!" by
throwing his 100-pound (45.36 kilogram) body at
unsuspecting people. But is this strange way of
greeting people just part of his breeding?
Episode 9 - Churchill and Maya
Churchill is usually a well-mannered dog, but when
he's around other animals he turns into a monster.
And lovable pit bull Maya sometimes gets a bit too
wrapped up in all operations of the household!
Episode 10 - Bubba and Garret
Bubba's previous owner spoiled him rotten, and now
it's up to Cesar to take him down a notch. Then,
learn why German shepherd Garret never stops chasing
his tail.
Episode 11 - Emily
Emily the pit bull had become so quick to attack
other dogs in the neighborhood that her owners could
no longer walk her. So it's off to Cesar's six-week
boot camp to show Emily some manners.
Episode 12 - Hank and Paris
Rescued mastiff Hank has come a long way ... but
still has far to go. Meanwhile, temperamental
Chihuahua Paris snaps at anyone who dares get near
him. But are the owners the ones who need to learn
discipline?
Episode 13 - Shep and Sasha
A wheelchair-bound owner tries in vain to keep her
German shepherd Shep in line. And after years of
getting her own way, Lhasa Apso Sasha needs to learn
who the leader of the pack really is. Can Cesar
teach this old dog some new tricks?
Episode 14 - Jake and King
When Bob walks his dog Jake, all is well. But when
Linda takes over the reins, Jake goes mad to protect
her. Meanwhile, will 10-year-old Chantel ever be
able to walk her 150-pound (68 kilogram) Rottweiler,
King?
Episode 15 - Scrawny and Lola
Of all the Yorkies in the Vener household, Scrawny
is the favorite. But popularity has gone to this
dog's head. Meanwhile, whatever Lola the Dalmatian
wants, Lola gets. But can too much of a good thing
be bad for both these dogs?
Episode 16 - Alice and J
Cesar comes to the rescue of a lovable beagle that
nonetheless terrorized an entire neighborhood. Then,
Cesar helps depressed and aggressive Alice find
inner peace.
Episode 17 - Caper and Julius
Daniela and Chad adopted Caper from a rescue
organization, only to find that she had never been
trained! And four-year-old pit bull Julius is a
scaredy-cat when it comes to ... everything. Can
Cesar's assertive approach work for these misfit
mutts?
Episode 18 - Bella and Jordan
Entertaining at the Francescon home has stopped,
because friends and family are afraid to face the
untrainable dog lurking within. Even Cesar has his
hands full! Meanwhile, two-year-old Jordan forgets
he's not a puppy anymore.
Episode 19 - Sunshine and Teddy
Sunshine is a champion Doberman in the show ring,
but on the street she can't wait to sink her teeth
into another dog. Cesar may need a padded suit to
train her, as well as a yellow Lab named Teddy who's
anything but cuddly.
Episode 20 - Pepsi and Goldie
German shepherd Pepsi loves his owner—but isn't too
fond of her husband! Then, General Hospital
actress Jacklyn Zeman is at her wits' end and asks
Cesar to help teach her dog to heel.
Episode 21 - Nicki
Abused his whole life, Nicki has finally found a
loving home. But has too much damage already been
done? Cesar helps the four-year-old Rottweiler
adjust to her new life.
Episode 22 - Percy and Justice
A Westie named Percy has grown into quite a handful
for his ever-patient owner. And bad memories make a
pit bull named Justice afraid to go for a walk.
Episode 23 - Buddy and Stewart
Stewart, a chow/golden retriever mix, was quiet at
the pound, but became a barker in his new home.
Beagle-mix Buddy makes a beeline for the house
whenever anyone turns on the garden hose.
Episode 24 - Lucy and Lizzie
Lucy is an odd Dalmatian. Affectionate one minute
and angry the next, she’s made her owners afraid for
the well-being of their newborn. Then meet Lizzie,
who is obsessed with running—all day long.
Episode 25 - Daisy and Sophie
Sophie’s owners want her to stop horsing around
their horses before she gets hurt. Can Cesar teach
her some manners? Then there’s Daisy, a yellow Lab,
who believes she rules the house, but Cesar plans on
teaching her who the real leader of the pack is.
Episode 26 - Boyfriend and Alfie
Herding-mix Boyfriend was a stray who came complete
with trust issues. Can Cesar help to build his
confidence and lessen his fear towards people? Then,
actress and tv host Daisy Fuentes has a problem with
her English bulldog Alfie. Can Cesar get things
moving in the right direction?
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SEASON 2 (my
available episodes)
Brady, Bandit and Hootie
The new season of Dog Whisperer starts with a splash
as we follow the progress of a water-obsessed Labrador.
Plus, Cesar has his hands full with a pooch with performance
anxiety and a leg chomping Chihuahua. It's a season premiere
you can really sink your teeth into.
Sonny, Chocolate & Cinnamon and Boo
A human psychologist calls in the big guns when her pet pug
and pet pig get a little rowdy. Cesar coaxes an emotionally
scarred Shepherd from under a desk. Plus, find out why two
Dachshunds named Chocolate and Cinnamon make quite an
unsavory mix.
Buddy, Teddy and Matilda
Buddy is a Lab/Staffordshire mix who is anything but
friendly to smaller animals in the neighborhood. Teddy is a
poodle that can't stop running in circles. And if that's not
enough to make your head spin, Cesar faces off with a
bulldog who's obsessed with attacking skateboard wheels.
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| Insight for Dog
Lovers
from Cesar Millan
1. Dogs are not humans. Before
they receive love and affection, they need exercise, clear
direction and leadership. Giving them love alone doesn't
create balance in their lives. Be a pack leader!
2. Rehabilitating a dog is not about "fixing" it. It's about
you, the owner, creating the intention for what you want,
not what you're feeling. Dogs pick up on feelings of fear,
doubt or worry—and they will move to fill them by attempting
to become dominant.
3. Practice unwavering leadership every day, especially on
your walk. The energy you're projecting internally is the
message you're sending to your dog.
4. Dedicate at least 45 minutes of time to the dog's walk in
the morning. Let the dog know you have a consistent pattern
that you expect it to follow. Utilize your dog's energy in a
positive manner.
5. Don't expect more from your dog(s) than your own
children. Dogs need discipline, too. Give them rules,
boundaries and limitations as well as love.
6. Avoid nurturing your dog's fears or unstable mind.
Imagine a successful scenario and hold it in your mind when
dealing with your dog.
You are the source of your dog's energy. You are the role
model.
7. Challenge the dog's mind—dogs want to know what to do
with their lives. Let the dog work for your affection. Once
in a calm/submissive state, your love will intensify those
qualities in your dog.
8. Dogs need "on" and "off" time. Engage them fully in
structured times together; then they can relax and avoid
impatient or destructive behaviors.
9. Dogs show us how much we can learn—they live in the
moment. Try it!
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My
idol Cesar Millan is often called the Dr. Phil
for dogs. But therapy doesn't stop with the pets. Cesar often has to
re-train the dogs' owners to be more effective leaders for their
furry friends. So I kept a record of all the episodes in his 1st
Season and the first 3 for the 2nd season. The Dog Whisperer series
are just a few of the growing collections I have at home which I
intend to share with fellow dog lovers in the near future... :-)
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