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Loading... Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting…by Cesar Millan
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will love Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. Really good insight into how the human/canine relationship should be fostered. I immediately picked up some things we are doing wrong. The methods seem to work well, and he sure knows what he is talking about. I also liked how the narrative in the book is grounded in Cesar's life because it made it easier to relate to. (  )bumpish | Jul 5, 2009 |   I think this book is best to read if you already know Cesar from his TV show. I am a big fan. You can find it on Netflix if you don't get the Nat Geo channel. It's amazing to see his rapport and subtle communication about being the pack leader totally changing the behavior of problem dogs. If you are also a fan this book is great for finding out more about his life, the background story to his philosophy, and how it evolved when he started working with dogs in CA. The celebrity stuff is fun. He did write a second book which I have not read that is more straight forward and detailed about working with your own dog. I think it's called Be the Pack Leader. ( )nancenwv | May 16, 2009 | I first learned about Cesar Millan from the National Geographic Channel, where I happened to watch his show the Dog Whisperer. I was amazed at how easily he transformed "Problem Dogs" (meaning: Problem Owners)and I wanted to learn more about him and his methods. In "Cesar's Way" we learn more about the author's background and how he developed his passion for helping and working with dogs. I found the part about his childhood in Mexico very interesting. Especially when he outlined the different attitudes that people have towards dogs. Cesar also goes over his basic principles of living with a well balanced dog. And what it takes to become a great pack leader. Some of these principles are very basic yet it seems most humans have forgotten them. But as Cesar proves time and time again his method works and it is by no means harmful or even cruel to dogs. Overall, a fast and entertaining read, with advice that can even be applied towards other areas of life. (  )Lilac_Lily01 | Feb 26, 2009 | 95% theory, 5% tips. 95% "problem" dogs, 5% everyday situations. There is some good stuff here. The energy information is undeniably valid. The pack psychology is valid. It is true that Americans spoil too much and limit too little, and anthropomorphize WAY too much. But this book can't decide whether it wants to be a rah-rah self promotion book, a memoir, or a solid guide for dog owners. It's way more 1 & 2 than 3. I got very frustrated very often with the "don't allow" your dog to jump, bark, whatever. How? He never really says. He addresses "correction" very generally, but without situation specific examples. And I caught him in a hypocrisy...we are not supposed to interpret dog behavior in human terms, but he claims that "his dogs in Mexico never had nightmares the ways dogs in the US do." Hmmm, how do you know that a dog twitching and barking in his sleep is having a nightmare? Maybe it's a good dream. Maybe it's just a reflex. Anyway, for good solid practical tips, give me Brian Kilcommons anyday. (  )anotterchaos | Feb 10, 2009 | By far the best look into the mind of a canine, as it relates to sharing a life within your family. Reading this BEFORE you bring a dog home, is the only way to go! ( )Cherizar | Feb 6, 2009 | 0.043 seconds to build listing
Amazon.com (ISBN 0307337332, Hardcover)Fans of the National Geographic Channel's The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan will be grateful for Cesar's Way, an accessible guide to help new and current dog owners better understand the needs of their beloved pets. If you are not yet a fan, try to catch a couple of episodes of the remarkable show--you will be amazed, impressed, and motivated to create a healthier, more fulfilling relationship with your dog. In Cesar's Way, Cesar explains that dogs are not complicated, and despite what various owners think--not human. They rely on three key elements in their lives: exercise, discipline, and affection (in that order). "Problem dogs" can be attributed to "problem owners," owners who don't understand and misinterpret their dog's behavior. Cesar's Way is really a training program for dog owners, with chapters devoted to understanding the "power of the pack," taking responsibility for "how we screw up our dogs," and learning how to manage aggression. Cesar's book (a must-have for new and old dog owners) moves beyond basic obedience school techniques, and teaches owners how to change unwanted behavior by better understanding their "best friends." --Daphne Durham
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Watch a Clip from the Show  Watch Cesar in action in this clip of The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, courtesy of the National Geographic Channel. Or, tune in on Friday nights, at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
Cesar Millan's Top 5 Tips for Going to the Dog Park  1. Make sure your dog is spayed or neutered, has all her shots, and is in good health. Under no circumstances should you bring a sick dog to a dog park! 2. Do not use the dog park as a substitute for the walk! If you drive to the park, leave your car a block away and take your dog on a vigorous walk of at least thirty-five minutes to drain some of her energy. Never take an over-excited dog to the park. 3. While at the park, don't "punch out" on your calm-assertive leadership. Be aware of your dog at all times, and take responsibility for her behavior. 4. A calm-submissive dog will not attract another dog's aggression--but an excited dog, a weak, timid dog, or an aggressive dog can become a fight-magnet. 5. Know your dog! If your dog has poor social skills, is overly fearful or is dog aggressive, or if you have not yet established your calm-assertive leadership with your dog, find a more controlled way to introduce her to the company of other dogs, such as "play dates" with one or two other dog owners.
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