Ep 15. Lives Changed
- TV-G
- March 30, 2008
- 50 min
Cesar Millan is back with another exciting episode of Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan. In season 4 episode 15, titled "Lives Changed," Cesar takes on some of his toughest cases yet, working with dogs and their owners to help establish healthy, balanced relationships.
The episode starts with Cesar working with a pit bull named Kahlua, who has a history of aggression. Her owners, a family of five, have tried everything to quell Kahlua's aggressive tendencies, but nothing seems to work. Cesar is determined to get Kahlua to trust again, and so he begins the process of re-establishing healthy boundaries and building up her confidence. Using his trademark techniques, Cesar slowly but surely makes progress with Kahlua, helping her to overcome her fears and learn to trust people again.
Next up is an Australian shepherd named Rocky, who has a habit of chasing and biting everything in sight. Rocky's owner is at his wits' end, as he feels that he can't take his dog out for walks without risking an attack on other dogs or people. Cesar immediately recognizes that Rocky's aggression is rooted in fear, and so he sets about building up Rocky's confidence and teaching his owner how to be a calm, assertive leader. Using a combination of positive reinforcement and firm discipline, Cesar helps Rocky to overcome his fears and become a calmer, more balanced dog.
The third case is a little different from the previous two, as Cesar works with a woman named Shannon and her rescue dog, Giselle. Giselle has a history of extreme anxiety and fear, which has led her to hide in the closet and refuse to go outside. Shannon is desperate to help Giselle to live a more normal life, and so she turns to Cesar for help. Cesar quickly identifies the root of Giselle's anxiety - a lack of structure and leadership - and so he sets about correcting this by establishing clear rules and boundaries. Over the course of the episode, we see Giselle slowly begin to come out of her shell and become more confident, with Shannon beaming with pride at the progress her dog has made.
The final case in the episode is another pit bull, named Gucci. Gucci has a history of aggression towards other animals, and so his owner is desperate to find a way to control his behavior. Cesar takes Gucci for a walk through a local park, where he encounters other dogs and their owners. Using a technique known as "calm-submission," Cesar teaches Gucci to become more relaxed and docile around other dogs, helping to desensitize him to their presence. By the end of the episode, Gucci is a different dog altogether, calmly walking alongside other dogs without showing any signs of aggression.
Overall, "Lives Changed" is a heartwarming and inspiring episode of Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan. Through his expert guidance and gentle, yet firm, approach, Cesar is able to transform the lives of four dogs and their owners, helping them to establish healthy, balanced relationships based on trust and respect. Whether you're a dog owner looking for tips on how to improve your pet's behavior, or simply a fan of heartwarming stories about the power of love and dedication, this episode is sure to leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.