Ep 9. Spike, Jake & Nugget, and Wendell

In season 2 episode 9 of Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan tackles four very different dog behavior cases. The first case involves Spike, a rough and tumble bulldog who is overly aggressive towards other dogs. Next, Cesar meets Jake and Nugget, two miniature dachshunds who bark relentlessly and refuse to listen to their owners. The third case is Wendell, a bichon frise who suffers from severe separation anxiety. Finally, Cesar helps a border collie mix named Buddy who has a dangerous habit of attacking bikes and cars.

In the first case with Spike, his owners are concerned that he will hurt someone if they don't get his aggression under control. Cesar observes Spike's behavior and realizes that much of his aggression stems from fear and insecurity. To help Spike overcome his fear of other dogs, Cesar introduces him to a calm and balanced pack of dogs and teaches Spike how to communicate properly. With time and patience, Spike begins to trust other dogs and shows less aggressive behavior.

In the second case, Cesar works with Jake and Nugget's owners to establish themselves as the pack leaders. The two dachshunds have learned that they can get away with anything, leading to excessive barking and disobedience. Cesar teaches the owners how to give their dogs proper exercise and discipline, as well as showing them how to use a training collar effectively. With consistent training and leadership, Jake and Nugget quickly begin to calm down and follow their owners' commands.

In the third case with Wendell, Cesar helps his owners understand the importance of providing structure and routine in their dog's life. Wendell's separation anxiety was causing him to constantly bark, whine, and destroy furniture when left alone. Cesar shows the owners how to create a routine that includes feeding, exercise, and rest time, and also introduces them to crate training. With consistency and patience, Wendell begins to calm down and cope better with being left alone.

Finally, Cesar works with Buddy and his owners to address his dangerous habit of attacking bikes and cars. Buddy had previously caused a serious accident while chasing a car and his owners were worried that he could hurt himself or someone else. Cesar teaches the owners how to provide proper exercise and also works on redirecting Buddy's energy through obedience training and agility exercises. With Cesar's guidance, Buddy learns to focus his energy in a more constructive way and stops his dangerous habit.

Overall, in season 2 episode 9 of Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan demonstrates his expertise in working with a wide range of dog behavior issues. Through his compassionate and experienced approach, he helps each dog and owner create a stronger and more balanced bond, leading to a happier and healthier life for everyone involved.