Cesar Millan's Short Guide to a Happy Dog: 98 Essential Tips and Techniques

by Cesar Millan

Overview

After more than 9 seasons as TV’s Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan has a new mission: to use his unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions.

Now in paperback, this inspirational and practical guide draws on thousands of training encounters around the world to present 98 essential lessons. Taken together, they will help dog owners create the most fulfilling life possible with their dogs.

In these pages, Cesar delves into crucial themes that go beyond obedience-school basics to reveal the hearts and minds of our beloved pets. In short, practical takes, he explores:

• The basics of dog psychology
• Instinctual behaviors
• Creating balance and boundaries
• Managing common misbehaviors
• Choosing the right dog for your family
• Helping your dog adjust to life transitions

Throughout the book, inspiring stories from Cesar’s case files — and from his TV show, Leader of the Pack – provide moving real-world applications and surprising life lessons.

Smart, easy to use, and packed with Cesar's remarkable insights into human and canine behavior, A Short Guide to A Happy Dog is an inspiring tool for anyone looking to live a better life with a beloved member of the family.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781426213281
Publisher:	Disney Publishing Group
Publication date:	02/04/2014
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	208
Sales rank:	397,546
Product dimensions:	5.30(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Star of the National Geographic Channel's celebrated Dog Whisperer and Nat Geo WILD's Leader of the Pack, CESAR MILLAN is the most sought-after dog behaviorist in the world, recognized for his particular expertise in canine psychology. He is author of the New York Times bestsellers Cesar's Way, Be the Pack Leader, A Member of the Family, and How to Raise the Perfect Dog, as well as the founder of the Dog Psychology Center in Los Angeles. In addition to his educational seminars, Cesar has established the Millan Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping shelters and rescue groups

Hometown:

Los Angeles, CA

Date of Birth:

1969

Place of Birth:

Culiacan, Mexico

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Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 7

Introduction 9

How to Read This Book 15

Chapter 1 The Canine State of Mind 18

Chapter 2 Cesar's Natural Dog Laws 32

Chapter 3 Nine Simple Principles for a Balanced Dog 50

Chapter 4 Practical Techniques for Every Pack Leader 75

Chapter 5 Ain't Misbehavin' 94

Chapter 6 Choosing the Right Dog for You 138

Chapter 7 Life Changes, Your Dog, and You 165

Chapter 8 The Fulfillment Formula 182

Chapter 9 Enrich Your Dog, Enrich Your Life 195

Additional Resources 206

Illustrations Credits 208

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"I recommend this guide to all dog owners. Whether you just adopted your first dog or you've been a long-time owner, this is a wonderful 'tips and technique' book which helps you to better understand your furry best friend." —LATF The Magazine

Editorial Reviews

"I recommend this guide to all dog owners. Whether you just adopted your first dog or you've been a long-time owner, this is a wonderful 'tips and technique' book which helps you to better understand your furry best friend." --LATF The Magazine

"A strong distillation of Cesar's unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions." --examiner.com 

From the Publisher