Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: The Complete First Season (2006, DVD)

I think this is the best, most practical series on understanding dogs and what they need to behave well that I have ever seen. I love the hands on case histories and the simplicity of the instruction. They work! I bought this set for my best friend and animal lover, Ruth, so she could enjoy this series also. As she doesnt have access to The TV show.

I got two little, cutest in the world, doggies about a year ago. One was almost 4, another 1 y.o.
I didn't have any pets before and soon my cutest "babies" became a big problem.

First is very dominant and demaning attention, overprotective, growler and barker, jumper, huge trouble for groomers, etc.
Second one is very fearful, overexcited and nervous. Afraid of dark or noises, chews clothes/shoes, being fully housetrained kept having accidents in the house, etc.

I have spent over $1000 in training trying to be a responsible "Mommy".
One trainer was pretty good and helped to address some of my dogs problems BUT didn't teach ME how to train my dogs so all my practices had very little success - they just didn't listen to me.

Watching Cesar Millan's show I learned much more than from all dog trainers.
I learned HOW I should hadnle my dogs in a calm and to hadnle situations and help my dogs be calm and happy.
I learned proper correction techniques, signs before overexcitement and how to prevent excallation.
Now, I enjoy our walks on loose leash, no pulling. I don't try constantly to predict and prevent possible problems anymore.
My dogs LOVE the structure and discipline, it makes them more self-confident and calm.
All house accidents dissapered on their own.

I am a huge fan of Cesar's approach as I see it works wonders for me and my little doggies.
I do believe that it will help me become a better Mother one day for my future human babies.

I love Cesar Millan, ALL dog owners should be required to watch this DVD,
It is not the dog, the problems usually come from the owners.

Cesar's critics take offense at many things, not the least of which is his mantra "Exercise, Discipline, Affection". I have found most critics have not taken the time to watch very much of him, and what they do see is viewed from a negative perspective, NOT with an open mind. In other words, they've "heard" things about hiim, & are expecting to see things they don't like. For starters, his "discipline" is not about punishing unwanted behavior; it is about the self-discipline type. He has a very 'zen' outlook (even had a large Buddha in his Dog Psychology Center), and knows that a disciplined mind is a valuable thing. That is what he asks dogs to do- to use their minds, exert some self control (something that many positive trainers advocate). The "corrections" he does use are very fair (the dog understands why it happened, AND how to avoid it), and given only to a level that a particular dog needs at that moment to redirect it's mind. Which leads me to the semantics of "correction" vs "punishment". Many say they are the same, I feel there are crucial differences. A dog who is punished does not always understand why. A correction makes it clear to the dog through timing and the information delivered that you do not like that behavior. By far the majority of Cesar's corrections are mild, & serve to redirect the dog from continuing down the road they are going (which is inevitably the "wrong" one. Most people wait until a dog is into 4th gear before they try to stop them.
If you are interested in dog behavior & how dogs think, and how to better communicate with your dog, study Cesar. Don't just watch & pick every third sentence; listen to the whole explanation, over & over if you have to, till you get it. Just because he doesn't have an advanced degree is no reason to write him off; we can always go too far, and many in dog training can't seem to use the brain in their head to learn what is right in front of them. Not unless it has "scientific" study behind it. Well, several points that science had previously told us about how dogs learn are now being questioned. I'm all for studying, observing, learning; but we need to remember that it isn't only the PhD's that can teach us.
I have been training dogs for over 25 years, can read dogs quite well, and work successfully with "difficult" breeds; I utilize operant conditioning (clicker training), as well as corrections (yes, you can use both!); Cesar Millan has taught me some major concepts that have taken my training to a new level.
Watch his stuff and LEARN!!!

This is a highly entertaining and educational set of DVD's. I have watched some of the programs, and knew what the content was. The Pet auditions are truely boring, and outtakes are just that. No comedy there. But these are on the bonuse dvd, so it does not take away from the content of the season 1. Overall, I really enjoy the DVD set. Good buy. Recommend.

i bought it as a gift and the person loved it. i couldnt be happier with my purchase and i would recommend this for any dog owner or dog lover.

I love watching this DVD. I am learning so much about dogs. I am getting a puppy next month and I am ready because I now and have the tools to raise a healthy dog.
Thanks Cesar!

The DVDs were in perfect condition though used(as stated by seller), and were received within a week of ordering(thru media mail).

This is an excellant DVD, tools of knowledge to help with behaviors of new pup or older dog. It really shows how important it is to be in tune with our human behavior when dealing with dogs. I am getting a lot of great tips. thank-you

JUST LOVE THE WHOLE VIDEO, CESAR IS FANTASTIC. DECIDED TO BUY IT TO HELP MY DOGS WITH DESTRUCTIVE BEHAVOR AND NOT LISTENING. PRODUCT IS TOP OF THE LINE! THIS MAN/DOG KNOWS HIS STUFF!

It was as stated by sellers description. It was delivered as promised in good condition. I bought it for my son. He is also happy with it. I will also purchase the 2nd season of dog whisperer when I can buy it for a reasonable
price at ebay.

I would have like to have received the items, but they were never sent, so paypal refunded my money.

Excellent DVD for the dog lovers out there. Gives a different take on the behaviors of dogs and how the dog owner can change some simple aspects of their behaviors to have a better relationship with their dogs. This video shows how the owner needs to become the "pack leader" to help with many troublesome dog behaviors.

This is an excellent show that I had never heard of until my 16 year old told me about it. We ordered it for him for christmas and haven't stopped watching them over and over. Cesar is a true genius!!! We need him to come fix our dog!

was looking for this for my sister-inlaw, who loves this show. she was sick and we needed to find something good for her to watch while at home. she enjoyed the dvd's

I bought the series as a gift for my sister because she has a difficult young dog and she has no patience with him. I am a huge fan of Cesar's and use his method on my own dogs. I have not viewed this DVD, but watch the program as often as possible.

Cesar demonstrates with every dog -- exercise, discipline, affection -- are what they need to be a calm submissive dog with a calm assertive human. Cesar communicates "dog psychology" -- the dog NEEDS a "pack leader". It is the same with ALL of them. Pack leader takes dog for walk -- not the other way around. An excellent, informative, entertaining, inspiring dvd of the season WITHOUT commercials. Someone told me about th Dog Whisperer, but I don't get TV, so I was thrilled to find this on eBay and I LOVE Cesar Millan.

Informative, interesting, insight to animal behavior and how to train your dog. Easy Listening and fun to watch.

We follow the series on cable religiously, so it meets our expectations as to what entertains and enlightens us dog owners. We have two Terriers (When President Bush described the War on Tear---he was referring to our Fox Terriers, Chewy and Digger---Chewy, male, chews up EVERYTHING and Digger female,loves digging holes in the backyard). Our biggest problem with Chewy is that this tiny, ten pound dog has figured out how to unlock the screen door, the glass sliding door and the door to his cage---I now call him Pappian (sic).

More intriguing, is my now near contempt of all brick and mortar shopping. Going to the mall, for me, is like going to a bordello---I have to be really 'hard up' to go inside. Not only have I bought CDs and Videos on line (new) for 40% less than retail, I just purchased a used 1991 Mazda Miata, in near showroom condition, (90.3K miles= <22 miles a day x 16 years) for $2.5K ($2.3K under blue book). WHY would I put myself in the misery of going to a car lot why I can shop the car lot online, make multiple comparisons and consummate the lowest deal without ANY Pressure?!!! My next purchase is going to be a house ON LINE---screw paying a realtor 6% when I can close the deal for 0.3%!!!

Condition was very good, took a long time to get it, but after I contacted seller I received a quick response.

I looked at the first two dvds and implemented Cesar's technics and they actually worked. My German Shepherd pupppy chases his tail and is very aggressive towards dogs. We implemented some of his technics and they appear to work. We just have to be persistent. Excellent dvds. Cheaper than a trainer.

Cesar Millan is not only so in touch with what makes dogs tick, but is also an excellent teacher to help the rest of us understand as well. I love every one of these episodes as well as the bonus disc. I plan on sharing it with my friends. These shows should be watched by every dog owner and anyone considering getting one!!

Can't get enough about the Dog Whisper! I learn so much about training myself to be a good pack leader. I plan to buy all the seasons.

I love Cesar, he is the best. Anyone who owns a dog should watch this DVD. It shows the mistakes everyone makes with man's best friend. Each episode is entertaining and eye opening. I recommend it highly for people who own dogs, work with dogs, are thinking about owning a dog or for anyone who knows a dog.

this product is a great tool for teaching people how to work with animals. we employ many city kids to work around dogs, and find cesar's videos very helpful