Ep 21. Heavy Metal Miles
- TV-G
- September 18, 2009
- 50 min
In season 5 episode 21 of Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, titled "Heavy Metal Miles," viewers are introduced to Miles, a pitbull that has been neglected and abused. Miles' owners are a heavy metal band that spends much of their time on the road, leaving Miles alone in their tour bus. When they are home, the band members are often partying and getting into trouble, leading Miles to become even more anxious and aggressive.
Cesar Millan arrives on the scene to assess Miles' behavior and try to help him overcome his anxiety and aggression. He quickly realizes that Miles has not been socialized with other dogs and is not used to being around people. Cesar begins by introducing Miles to his own pack of dogs, teaching Miles how to behave around other dogs and helping him to learn the social cues that will make him more comfortable in social situations.
Throughout the episode, Cesar works with Miles and his owners to promote positive behaviors and discourage negative behaviors. He teaches the owners how to provide Miles with structure and discipline, as well as how to show him affection and praise when he does something right. Additionally, Cesar helps the owners to understand the importance of giving Miles enough exercise and mental stimulation to keep him both physically and mentally healthy.
As the episode progresses, viewers watch as Miles slowly begins to open up and show signs of improvement. He becomes more confident around other dogs and is able to interact with people without becoming anxious or aggressive. Cesar continues to work with Miles and his owners to ensure that they have the tools they need to continue Miles' training and provide him with a safe and happy environment.
In the end, viewers are left with a sense of hope for Miles' future. While his initial behavior was certainly challenging, his owners are now equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to help him overcome his anxiety and aggression. Thanks to Cesar's guidance and expertise, Miles is well on his way to becoming a happy and well-adjusted dog that can live a fulfilling life with his loving owners.