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“I rehabilitate dogs. I train people.” —Cesar Millan
There are at least 68 million dogs in America, and their owners lavish billions of dollars on them every year. So why do so many pampered pets have problems? In this definitive and accessible guide, Cesar Millan—star of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan—reveals what dogs truly need to live a happy and fulfilled life.
From his appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show to his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America’s most sought-after dog-behavior expert. But Cesar is not a trainer in the traditional sense—his expertise lies in his unique ability to comprehend dog psychology. Tracing his own amazing journey from a clay-walled farm in Mexico to the celebrity palaces of Los Angeles, Cesar recounts how he learned what makes dogs tick. In Cesar’s Way, he shares this wisdom, laying the groundwork for you to have stronger, more satisfying relationships with your canine companions.
Cesar’s formula for a contented and balanced dog seems impossibly simple: exercise, discipline, and affection, in that order. Taking readers through the basics of dog psychology and behavior, Cesar shares the inside details of some of his most fascinating cases, using them to illustrate how common behavior issues develop and, more important, how they can be corrected.
Whether you’re having issues with your dog or just want to make a good bond even stronger, this book will give you a deeper appreciation of how your dog sees the world, and it will help make your relationship with your beloved pet a richer and more rewarding one.
Learn what goes on inside your dog’s mind and develop a positive, fulfilling relationship with your best friend
In Cesar’s Way, Cesar Millan—nationally recognized dog expert and star of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan—helps you see the world through the eyes of your dog so you can finally eliminate problem behaviors. You’ll learn:
• What your dog really needs may not be what you’re giving him
• Why a dog’s natural pack instincts are the key to your happy relationship
• How to relate to your dog on a canine level
• There are no “problem breeds,” just problem owners
• Why every dog needs a job
• How to choose a dog who’s right for you and your family
• The difference between discipline and punishment
• And much more!
Filled with fascinating anecdotes about Cesar’s longtime clients, and including forewords by the president of the International Association of Canine Professionals and Jada Pinkett Smith, this is the only book you’ll need to forge a new, more rewarding connection with your four-legged companion.
Also available as a Random House AudioBook
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Boring
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
We just got a 6-month old puppy and are training her. I got the unabridged CDs of this book to listen to during a week-long car trip. After 4 hours of listening, I have very little practical information on how to deal with my pup, other than doing something with my “energy.”
Cesar must have a sore arm from patting himself on the back. He came to this country as an illegal alien, which doesn’t impress me. I have no doubt he’s good with dogs. His experience doesn’t help me, though. I have a bad back and can’t run, with or without a pack. Cesar repeats himself a lot in this book, and has a lot of unhelpful digressions and unnecessary analogies. I don’t particularly disagree with his philosophy, but I still don’t understand how he’s applying it.
I ordered Good Owners, Great Dogs from Amazon a few weeks ago, and have found it to be a much better dog training guide. http://www.amazon.com/Good-Owners-Great-Brian-Kilcommons/dp/0446516759
Great reading, a must for dog lovers
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is NOT a dog training book. That being said it’s a great introduction to understanding dogs. Exercise is key to dog ownership. Being firm, consistent and benevolent is crucial to being a good owner. Ceasar clearly does not disagree with “positive” or clicker training. His book is more about understanding those breeds which need strong leadership and rehabilitation. It’s a love story about his relationship with his dogs and those which have been given rap. He takes a great deal of pride in his successes as he should. We would do well to follow his advice, exercies, discipline and affection in that order! I highly recommend it.
MUST READ for every dog-owner
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Cesar’s Way is an eye-opening, life-changing book. You might think you’re doing everything right with your dog — this book will make you think again. It will improve your life and your dog’s life. Guaranteed.
Understanding your dog(s)
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Although I stumbled into being a dog owner some 13 years ago I never truly understood the behavoirs of dogs and my responsiblity as an owner until now.
Good read
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I thought this was a good book to have to read and refer to. I enjoyed learning about his life, and how he relates to his animals. I do not feel that his way is the right way for every dog, and he does tend to push that. Overall, it was a good, easy read and entertaining.
Thank you Cesar!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this book last summer after adopting a new puppy. He was a bit of a handful in the beginning, but just making a few adjustments made the world of difference! Now my dog walks well on the leash and seems to have gotten over his separation anxiety. Cesar’s tips really helped me! Of course every dog is different, but Cesar gave me the basics and I went from there. I recommend this as a great guideline for any dog owner!
caesar’s Way
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Book had moisture damage at back …. listed like new (or new) not sure which I ordered … book was ok tho’/served the purpose .
Mailing was sloppy …. and no kind of receipt
I wouldn’t knowingly order from these folks again ….
Cesar’s Way: The Natural Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting common dog problems
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This was great. Perfect timing to train me to teach my dog how I want him to act and be. He is not great with other dogs while he is on the leash, I learned that I have to control him before we even leave the house. I am the leader of the pack. He still gets a bit carried away when he sees other dogs, but I don’t feel as stressed and he notices the difference. It will come with time and practice. Now I just have to get my kids to do it.
Understanding Cesar
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I was looking for a book that would be a good reference for training, dealing with issues and such. This is more of his story on how he got to the point of being the Dog whisperer. But, to truly be prepared for getting and having a dog in your family, this is a book that will help you get in the right frame of mind. It will help you be in the right place to get started.
dog psychology
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m a volunteer at my local APCA in Oklahoma where I walk every weekend many of the dogs that are there. These animals come from abusive homes or are abandoned and very often are very afraid of humans.I use Caesars tips in establishing a bond with the animals there and it works folks. Caesar has the rare insight into animal psychology that makes his methods very effective. Is his system perfect;absolutely not. I don’t agree with putting an animal on its back to establish dominance as the pack leader. But if you follow Caesars guidelines you will will a very happy dog that is also well trained.
cearser way
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The book is a good read. It answered some of my question regarding my dog
good buy!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Item was delivered as promised…fast and in perfect condition. Would purchase anytime from this seller.
Excellent insight into dog behavior
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book is an easy read as it is straight forward and interesting. Cesar seems to have an excellent understanding in dog behavior. I have raised various farm animals over the years and much of what Cesar says can be said about any animal, including humans.
If you want some insight into dog behavior, this is the book. If you want a recipe type of “How to train your dog”, this is NOT the book. I recommend this book for learning about how to handle animals but read another book about specific training techniques.
Cesar likes to run his dogs for hours each day. That is just not practical for most of us working adults. It would be great if we had the time but most of us are not professional dog trainers that can spend that much time with our dogs. On the other hand, most of us can afford to spend an hour or even a half hour each day walking the dog yet most people don’t. Help your dog get SOME exercise and life will be better for you and your dog.
Some author-trainers are critical of Cesars techniques. Keep in mind that Cesar mainly works with dogs that have failed other dog training, behavior correction programs. When the dogs come to Cesar they are on their last chance. He does a great job with the type of dogs he gets.
thank you
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I ordered this book to replace a book I’d borrowed, spilled coffee on and never returned. My order found it’s way to my friend without me having to travel 2 hours to deliver it myself. I am pleased at how easy and convenient it was to satisfy my friends need of his book back and my reputation as a book borrower.
Thank you!
Cesar’s Way
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed this book. It was interesting to read about this dog whisperer’s journey to fame and fortune, ministering to the dogs of the rich and famous. Plus it taught me a lot about caring for dogs.
He always in the know
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My daughter’s new friend has 6 pugs, and she has a 13yo small mix. I’ve learned so much from Cesar’s way that I know this would come in handy!
Tremendous help for my perspective, but sometimes vague in the “how”
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I didn’t read this to learn how to train dogs, and neither should you. I got it to see if I could understand why they do what they do because I’m running out of patience *quickly* with my own dogs. I’m not exactly a dog person, but my wife talked me into it and since I agreed it’s only fair that I not resent them. This book gave me a new perspective to explore in terms of how my dogs see me and the world; I actually look forward to building a relationship with them. I’m doing my own research to validate his assertions of dog philosophy (for example, watching videos of dog packs on YouTube, reading books in his bibliography and recommended by his critics), but it’s a fascinating topic and I found his explanations to have merit on the surface.
Where the book falls a bit short, as you’ll read in other reviews, is providing more details for HOW to accomplish some of Cesar’s suggestions. He was very clear that it’s not a training book, but by dedicating a section or two with recommendations for ways to establish yourself as the pack leader, he opened the door. I won’t linger on this point because you can find examples in other reviews, and to restate it’s not why I read it to begin with. I’m trying “Be the Pack Leader” next, then moving on some of the non-Cesar books, especially some recommended by his critics. I want as many viewpoints as possible to carve my own approach.
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Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great book, well written. Cesar has such great insights into Dog Psychology. I learned a lot from this book.
A seriously profound lesson we can all learn from.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed this book so much I have purchased several copies to share with others. Cesar’s story is very inspiring and he is right on with how best to deal with the dogs and I might add something to consider when handling people issues too especially children who I believe also need their parents to be the pack leaders and not the other way around.
BeforeYouGetTheDog,Get Cesar Millan’s Book
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had “Cesar’s Way” for a couple of years,and I still use the book when I’m having problems with my 5 year old Airedale,Whiskey.
Exercise,discipline,and affection is the formula for a balanced dog.Walking a dog EVERYDAY is a must,its there job,and how you connect to your best friend.
In the Introduction,Cesar thanks Jada Pinkett Smith for recommending him to friends and colleagues to start his buisness,and Jada also hired a teacher for a year to help with his English.
This book goes into every detail of a dogs life,and also the end of it. A dog excepts dying,he has savored every moment on earth.He is leaving it with no unfinished business.This chapter really helped a couple of years ago when 2 of my dogs died.
Cesars Way: The Natural Everyday Guide
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am a first time dog owner and realized when I brought this pet in my home I had no clue what to do nest. So as I did with my children and everything else in life I started reading everything I could to help me. I found Cesar Way an easy read and had alot of great tips on how to handle my new pet. I really enjoyed the book and now I’m taping all of his shows the Dog Whisperer
Interesting, detailed read from start to finish.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book was wonderful. It’s not simply a book about how to train a dog. This book is both a great autobiography about Cesar Millan, and a book that shows how to have companionship with a dog. Cesar not only explains his methods he uses when rehabilitating animals, but shows the origins of where he developed his methods through years of observation. Overall a very wonderful and informative read. A definite buy for any dog lover out there.
The best argument ever for NOT owning a dog — or having kids, for that matter.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m depressed and lonely, and friends have urged “Get a dog”. I refrained, because I live by myself in a condo, and can’t give a dog the attention it needs. This book convinced me that I /should not/ own a dog, unless and until there is a drastic change in my life that would permit it.
To sum up the book… Dogs are pack animals, and unless you (and every member of your family) become and remain the dog’s “pack leader”, 24/7, the dog will try to dominate /you/. This requires the owner to enter a state of calm assertion, in order for the dog to respond by entering a state of calm submission. * The discipline needed is more than most people want to put out, and flies in the face of the anthropomophoric belief that dogs are furry humans who respond to attention and affection the way humans do. They don’t.
Cesar Millan might not be aware of it, but this book has a lot to say about rearing children. Despite his repeated assertions that humans and dogs are different, he’s overlooking the fact taht human children need the same sort of leadership and limit-setting dogs do.
A friend told me that when his daughter was born 30+ years ago, he and his wife decided they would always remain calm around her. You wouldn’t believe how well she turned out. Parents who are not calm-assertive are going to have problems raising their kids. I recommend this book to dogless parents even more than I do to dog owners.
* Exception… A small percentage of dogs are genetically calm-submissive all the time. If you can find one, you’re in luck.
Book worth Buying
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This book for me was worth the money. It went lots deeper with instructions then any video I have purchased from Cesar. It helped me with my timid, shy fearful little dog. As the title says it is the everyday guide and does not contain the glitz that often times the videos do. I would recommend the book as a good read and one could get something from it that would help with their own dog/people problem .
thrilled!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book is a real eye opener! Not only does it show you how to help your dog, but it shows you how to help yourself as well! Calm energy, that’s what it’s all about!