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Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Cesar's Toughest Cases

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I'm a big fan of Cesar and already own the first two seasons. I was disappointed to find that this DVD compiles cases from his earlier seasons. If you don't already have the set Dog Whisperer With Cesar Millan - The Complete First Season then this is great--otherwise, it's redundant. IMO, you can buy the entire season for about $30, and it is VERY worth the money for any dog owner.

We returned this item. We had already ordered the complete 1st and 2nd Seasons. This DVD was full of Highlights of the 1st Season. Had we known this we would have spared Amazon the shipping costs both ways. As far as Cesar Millan is concerned, he is amazing. I would recommend this
series to anyone who dosen't want to order the complete series.

I found this DVD to be absolutley brilliant.I work with problem dogs in a animal shelter in New Zealand so am always keen to learn new ways to deal with unwanted behavior.Cesar's a fantastic teacher! His love and kindness for dogs shines through for me as a student but most of all the dogs.

Cesar is always great - he has a lot of wisdom and a gentle way of sharing it. I enjoyed the tape, but don't know if they were his absolute "toughest cases" having seen his first two seasons. I also bought his third season (but it is a Christmas gift for my husband so I haven't seen it yet). I think buying the full season sets is a great way to go as there is so many variety of problems addressed. But if you can't afford a season I, II, or III, this short disc is worth seeing at least to get started.

This DVD is definitely one that every Dog Whisperer Fan and beginner is going to want in their "Tool Kit"-DVD collection! Seeing Cesar's
calm, assertive energy at work with the dogs most would run from, is just more positive proof of how "Cesar's Way" can change lives! It's another way for dog owners to see problem dogs in action and see just how effective Cesar's Way is. We of course can't do what Cesar does with the Worse Cases, but we can learn so much about our body language and our dogs body language just from our DVDs of Dog Whisperer. I highly recommend this one, no regrets for adding it to my growning collection. (Can we ever have enough of Cesar Millan-Dog Whisperer tools that have improved our relationship with our dog(s)? No!)

I highly recommend this dvd and any other caesar millan series to all dog lovers and anyone who wants to expand their mind. Its dog psychology and human psychology. Its awesome!! Highly recommended!!!

Sorry guys, I'm writing from Germany, so my English is not that good. What I had seen was really exciting, fresh and new and helped me to understand my dog (Mr. Schroeder, one eyed, handycapped Pug-Mix) much better. Now I am working harder to help this little dog to feel more safe (with other dogs / meeting dogs when he is on the leash etc.)- means: I am sweating and Mr. Schroeder is having a nice time.
Hopefully Cesar Millan will come over to Germany soon to show his work. It just started here, that some people discuss his methods.
The cases are shown on this video are really frightening. I never saw a person doing this things with aggressive dogs. And kids - don't try to do it at home with your neighbours puppy! Ouuch!

For those "Dog Whisperer" enthusiasts who have watched Season One -- well worth watching -- this is a disappointment, in that it simply recapitulates several of the cases presented in the first season. In other words: If you've seen Season One, you've already seen, "Cesar's Toughest Cases". You remember the Chihuahua that Cesar "took to the mat" (so to speak)? That's right in here. Remember the Great Dane that was afraid of slippery surfaces? That's in here as well. And so it is with the rest of this DVD. There is, however, a salvation which may peak your interest: The show's Out-Takes. And that is well-worth watching.

Included is a surprise and unheralded, "Bonus Materials DVD", which demonstrates the show's "back story", generally referred to as, "Out-Takes". You will see how the "Great Dane episode" was made, finding yourself amazed by the number of people involved in the making of one episode, and how extensive is the preparation for that single show. Throughout, you'll be reminded that -- although a "reality show" -- minute attention is afforded to lighting, to microphone placement with its attendant "sound checks", to logistics, to location and to catering. Moreover, the show's "blocking", meaning: every single movement)/gesture, must be designed and rehearsed. "Walk-throughs", rehearsals and then "takes", are numerous before they are accepted as being worthy of the show's standards. Only through this minute attention to detail, can the viewer's very necessary "suspension of disbelief" come into play during the actual viewing of each episode; for, truly, there are 40-50 talented crew members who attend and contribute to the filming and distribution of the, "Dog Whisperer." Post-production time is acknowledged only by implication in that you will be amazed at the miles of "footage" that are left on the editing floor. Given this, you will be surprised by how "succinct" each episode becomes following the editing process. Keen scrutiny follows before completed release of the episode.

Throughout this entire back story, you will come to appreciate the role played by the show's and Millan's staff -- talented, all -- as well as their dedication to excellence. For that reason alone, you might want to purchase this DVD; for the "Outtakes Segment" is new material, and it is truly interesting and certainly entertaining.

Otherwise? Although a "Dog Whisperer" aficionado myself, my advice? Unless intrigued by the "back story" of the "Dog Whisperer" -- as was I -- I advise that you not waste your money on this particular DVD, for you have already seen a good majority of it.

I appreciate your time!

Good to have the red zone and difficult cases to review, convenient to have them grouped together.

Louise

Every dog owner should be acquainted with the skills and calm manner that Cesar Millan displays in his work with troubled dogs and their owners. It is very revealing which category needs to be retrained!