Hi everyone. I have to respectfully disagree with some of the points above. As a dog trainer myself I can say that Cesar has inspired many pet owners to acknowledge and seek out the understanding of their dog and the needs of the dog as separate from the human needs from the dog, psychologically speaking.
You can put 10 dog trainers - heck 10 dog parents, in the same room and they all will have a different idea of how things should be done. Cesar has a deep passion for animals and pure love in his heart for their well being. I applaud any person or thing that can bring together a group of people who want what's best for their dogs. Is there one right way to do something, especially dog training, obedience? No. Should Cesar's entertainment show be the only means for a dog parent to learn how to teach their dog basic obedience? Absolutely not. I find Cesar to be a great resource and work with a colleague trained directly by Cesar at the Dog Psychology Center. Using Cesar's techniques daily, I can certainly attest for the fact that our energy and what we project on to our dogs is a huge factor in their behavior, confidence, health, etc. I could go on and on. I appreciate his show for what it is, it should be used as just a part of a healthy balanced education on the needs of your dog. His worldview on how dogs live in the moment and relishing being in the "now" with your dog, the enjoyment of spending time with your dog - these things are priceless and should be shared by all who parent a dog. |