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May 2006 Archives
Editor's Note: Cesar Returns to Oprah on Monday, May 22
After rehabilitating cocker spaniel Sophie and training Oprah, Cesar returns this Monday, May 22, to help solve another pressing problem.
Please check your local listings.
Editor's Note: All-New Episodes of Dog Whisperer Will Be Airing Soon!
Dog Whisperer will return with all-new episodes in a few weeks. In the meantime, tune-in and catch up on the shows you may have missed, every Friday at 8P et/pt.
Editor's Note: National Geographic Channel's Statement on the Lawsuit Against Cesar Millan
As has been widely reported, a lawsuit has been filed against Cesar Millan and his Dog Psychology Center in Los Angeles related to an injury to a dog that occurred at his center. From what we understand, Cesar was not there at the time the injury occurred, he never worked with this dog, and this unfortunate event was not connected with production of National Geographic Channel's show "The Dog Whisperer." Cesar is a tremendous dog lover and has been a tireless advocate and professional dedicated to improving their welfare. We continue to have full confidence in Cesar's abilities and trust he is addressing this situation responsibly and with compassion.
5/5/06
The Challenge of Fearful Dogs: Maddy and Me
In my experience, dogs with fear issues often take the longest time to rehabilitate because it takes time to build their lost self-esteem. These dogs often have owners who mean well, but feed the fearful behavior by feeling sorry for them and comforting them. However, in nature, the weakest pup in the litter would be pushed away by its mother and probably not even survive to adulthood.
I believe that almost all of these dogs can become balanced, but it takes time, patience, and an open mind on the part of the owner to succeed.
From Good Times to Obsession: Rock Dog
I'm often asked, "How do you know when a dog has crossed the line from just enjoying a favorite toy or "hobby," to obsessing over it?"
The answer is very simple. An obsessive dog has no rules, boundaries, or limitations. If you give a dog a toy and once playtime is done, the dog submits and lets you take it away until next time, that's a normal, healthy dog. Or if you are able to play Frisbee in the park for fifteen minutes and your dog happily moves on to another activity when you're done, then your dog is fine.
But when a dog won't let go of something when you ask it to or does unnatural things like swallowing objects it would never eat in nature, or obsessively performing a behavior such as twirling or jumping or licking, that is an obsessive dog.
The obsessive mind has no limits--and limits are among the things our dogs most need from us.
Editor's Note: Cesar Takes on South Park!
"Calm submissive" gets a whole new meaning as Cesar is called to South Park to get Cartman under control. Will there be a new "Leader of the Pack?" Tune in to "South Park" on Comedy Central this Wednesday, May 3 at 10 p.m. (ET).
*"South Park" is for mature audiences (TV-MA). Parental discretion is advised.
Facing a Fear of Dogs: The Jumping Minpins
Taz and Vicki, the jumping Minpins, were yet another example of two dogs teaming up to take control of the household. Owner Maria Brown was overwhelmed by their dominating behavior, which resulted in her reverting to a childhood fear of dogs.
This was a case where I forced her to reassert her position by doing what she was the most afraid of doing, "taking the bull by the horns." Once she could actually see herself overcoming her fear of big dogs in the outside world, her self-confidence shot up and she could finally imagine herself as the pack leader for her two small, but out-of-control Minpins.
I believe that facing our own fears is something we owe to our dogs. We are already giving them food and shelter, but what most contributes to their balance is a household that is stable and harmonious.
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