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 enlarge | Authors: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
Publisher: Three Rivers Press (CA)
Category: Book
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Pages: 320
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Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.9
ISBN: 0307337979
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.70887
EAN: 9780307337979
ASIN: 0307337979
Publication Date: September 18, 2007
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 A Dog's Life September 25, 2007
29 out of 36 found this review helpful
I have never owned a dog and have no desire to. However my interest in buying this book was sparked by Cesar's American TV programme from the States, "The Dog Whisperer", shown on Sky TV in the UK. It was amazing to witness the transformation of a dog's bad behavior by the application of Cesar's methods. Cesar's basic theory is that dogs are pack animals and that in order for discipline to reign in a household, the humans must be the pack leaders. Leadership is demonstrated by a number of methods but always with calm assertive authority. This book demonstrates his ideas. It is also includes very interesting autobiographical detail.
If authoritative leadership is not shown the dog will have a strong tendency to develop unsocial habits evident in aggressive or neurotic behavior both towards humans and other dogs. Many of us have, I am sure, felt threatened by dogs whose owners do not appear to have control. Far from being a form of cruel dominance, the dog, once trained in the Cesar way, looks to be happy and contented and at home with the relationship.
I realise that feelings run high in the area of dog training and that some feel that Cesar's methods are inappropriate or outmoded. Cesar though clearly loves dogs and has an amazing intuitive gift. To me he has proved his case beyond doubt.
 Outdated Training August 28, 2007
14 out of 33 found this review helpful
I have experience in dog training having formal qualifications and I am now studying for a foundation degree in canine behaviour and training. I have read many books and Cesar Millan's methods are incredibly outdated. They are based on the idea that dogs are like wolves; however, that's like saying we should look to chimpanzees for parenting advice! The theory isn't even based on wild wolves behaving naturally, it was all done on captive packs, which behave differently. His methods do not look at why a dog behaves a certain way but make the assumption that the only reason a dog becomes a problem is because he is 'dominant' and therefore the dog needs to be put in it's place. This is clearly untrue as dogs do things because they are advantageous but not because they are dominant necessarily. All that is needed is positive training, something you won't find in this book.
I urge any dog owner who follows dominance theory to read 'Dominance, Fact or Fiction' by Barry Eaton. An excellent puppy book is 'Before and After Getting Your Puppy' by Dr Ian Dunbar and a great general dog book is 'The Culture Clash' by Jean Donaldson.
Outdated Training August 28, 2007
28 out of 128 found this review helpful
I have experience in dog training having formal qualifications and I am now studying for a foundation degree in canine behaviour and training. I have read many books and Cesar Millan's methods are incredibly outdated. They are based on the idea that dogs are like wolves; however, that's like saying we should look to chimpanzees for parenting advice! The theory isn't even based on wild wolves behaving naturally, it was all done on captive packs, which behave differently. His methods do not look at why a dog behaves a certain way but make the assumption that the only reason a dog becomes a problem is because he is 'dominant' and therefore the dog needs to be put in it's place. This is clearly untrue as dogs do things because they are advantageous but not because they are dominant necessarily. All that is needed is positive training, something you won't find in this book.
I urge any dog owner who follows dominance theory to read 'Dominance, Fact or Fiction' by Barry Eaton. An excellent puppy book is 'Before and After Getting Your Puppy' by Dr Ian Dunbar and a great general dog book is 'The Culture Clash' by Jean Donaldson.
Best Book August 10, 2007
44 out of 48 found this review helpful
Ceasar details his 'dog whispering' concept using his own colourful past and captivating case studies.
He instructs the correct way to deal with individual situations such as 'meeting a dog' and 'taking a new dog home' moving on to eliminating common problems like barking, etc.
A day to day plan is outlined, advising how to structure the dog's required routine into your life, and put his guidance into practise.
This book is a must read for dog lovers and interestingly, also useful for those who dislike or are afraid of dogs.
Cesar Millan Book - fantastic August 7, 2007
33 out of 37 found this review helpful
This book is fantastic. I couldn't put it down. I recommend everyone who owns a dog or is looking to own a dog read this. His methods and teachings(though have been controversial)make perfect sense and once read and understood seem natural and effective. I own a dog with some problems and have tried all sorts of methods to sort him and have read alot of dog books. I have implemented some of his teachings and they have worked! Forget the rest this is the first book any dog owner should buy and read.
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