The Fulfillment Formula

For several summers, I spoke at an annual event in Aspen, Colorado, called “Cesar Whispers in Aspen,” presented by Friends of the Aspen Animal Shelter. It’s a big social event attended by dog lovers and many of the city’s affluent part-time residents who make Aspen their summer hideout. There are often heads of Fortune 500 companies, entertainers, media figures, and politicians...

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Enrich Your Dog, Enrich Your Life

My fulfillment formula is the best way I know to harness the power of pack leadership. By engaging in a program of Exercise, Discipline, and Affection, you will be better equipped to handle anything that comes your way in life. The formula sharpens your instincts and is key to developing calm, assertive energy and to feel more fulfilled in everything you ...

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Life Changes, Your Dog, and You

Change is an inevitable part of anyone’s life. A new home, a new baby, a new partner—these are just a few of the events people experience. During times of change and uncertainty, it’s important to keep looking ahead as you move forward. Remember to keep your dog in your plans—transitions affect dogs too. But it has been my experience that dogs tend to handle whatever life...

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Choosing the Right Dog for You

I got a call one Saturday afternoon from my good friend, the movie producer Barry Josephson. I have known Barry for about ten years. We met in the parking lot of a restaurant back in 2000, way before I had a TV show and before anyone knew who Cesar Millan was. He became one of my very first “celebrity” clien...

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Ain’t Misbehavin’

Typically, misbehaviors in dogs manifest themselves in one of two ways: Either they appear suddenly, or they are bad habits. If your dog has always had behavior issues, first begin to address the problem by looking at yourself. How are you not fulfilling your dog’s needs, or failing to provide necessary pack leadership? We will be dealing with those questions—and solutions—in...

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Practical Techniques for Every Pack Leader

The journey to transforming yourself into a strong Pack Leader is different for everyone. For some, it might be a long trip, while it may feel like a walk around the block for others. Either way, it all begins with one simple step: seeing your dog for what she really is. And the best way to do that is by relying on your knowledge of the Natural Dog Laws and the Core Principles....

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Nine Simple Principles for a Balanced Dog

Puppies first experience calm, assertive energy with their mothers.Ahappier life with your dog becomes easy to achieve once you see your dog as a dog and honor his unique canine perspective. Now you’re truly able to appreciate the differences in the way humans and dogs perceive and interact with the world. And armed with the knowledge, you can move into the proper position...

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Cesar’s Natural Dog Laws

One of the most frequent questions that dog owners ask me is, “Just what is dog psychology?” Many believe that dog psychology is the same as human psychology, but it isn’t. What people need to realize is that dog psychology is very different from human psychology. Rather than examining human emotions and reactions, dog psychology tries to understand and explain dog behavior...

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The Canine State of Mind

Now that we’re beginning our journey toward a happier life with your dog, it’s best to start by seeing the world through his eyes—or more likely, smelling the world through his nose. You first have to try to understand and embrace the canine state of mi...

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