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181 of 185 found the following review helpful:
This is where you start Oct 20, 2005
By K. Burton
No, as another reviewer points out, this is NOT a training video - it's not meant to be! In order to train a dog you first have to understand the nature of dogs and this video does that very well. Face it folks, dogs are not that complicated, it's the humans that are. There is good, solid, information on this video. You may need to watch it a couple of times to absorb the concepts and incorporate it into your thinking but when you do you will look at dogs for what they are, canines, not furry children.
All of the effective trainers I've been privledged to work with over the years share the same concepts as presented on this DVD. The only production fault is with the lighting, a little too dim in some segments but I was viewing it on my lap top computer screen so a little tweaking with the controls may solve that, even "as is" the message still comes though.
This is a nice compliment to Cesar's television program and I'm looking forward to the release of his new book.
I have owned dogs, as an adult, for over 16 years, currently have two Golden Retrievers and a German Shepard mix, in addition to having fostered a number of Goldens of all ages, gender and temperment.
I've incorporated Cesar's methods into training with my own dogs, as well as rescue dogs and have seen rapid improvement in some otherwise hard to place foster dogs.
This DVD is a good beginning, view other videos, read other books on training but use this as a foundation in all you do with dogs and you will be rewarded for your efforts - it works!!!
81 of 84 found the following review helpful:
 It took me awhile to "get it." Aug 31, 2006
By T. Adair
"dog lover"
When I first watched this video several months ago, I was expecting to find some serious techniques that I could apply right away; a magic bullet to tell me in 5 easy steps or less, how to be my dog's leader. At that time, I have to honest, I was disappointed, and felt that I should not write a review because it would be negative. It is important to note, that at that time, there were NO reviews yet. Recently, I have listened to most of (so far) "Cesar's Way," on cd, watched the first season on DVD about 5 times, and his 2nd DVD in the Mastering Leadership series, "Becoming a Pack Leader."
NOW I GET IT!! "People Training," IS the primary, fundamental, very important, information, that must be absorbed before proceeding to any "training," exercises. Please buy it, watch it several times, rent or buy the DVDs of the previous seasons, read or listen to "Cesar's Way," and watch Mastering Leadership, Vol 2. "People Training," is Vol. 1. Even if you don't ever fully incorporate Cesar's techniques into your training techiniques, your life with your dog will be enriched due the understanding you will gain about the nature of dogs. You will never regret it.
27 of 27 found the following review helpful:
BUY THIS DVD FOR EVERY DOG OWNER YOU KNOW! Jun 24, 2005
By L. Michel
"People Training For Dogs" is a `must have' for any dog owner or future dog owner! You owe it to yourself and your dog. Buy this as a present for every dog owner you know!
I have been a follower of Cesar Millan since the very first time I saw `Dog Whisperer'. There are few people whom I truly respect and admire, and Cesar is at the top of the list. His contribution to canines and humans can't be measured.
For 14 years I worked as kennel manager at a veterinary college, where I provided all the care for a pack of approximately 65 dogs. I have a B.S. degree in Animal Science and have had my own dogs for many years. But even with all of my experience, Cesar showed me aspects of canine versus human behavior I overlooked or just didn't comprehend.
Cesar Millan's approach to understanding dogs and improving the human-dog relationship centers around the need for the dog to view the human as the pack leader, and how all too often the human unknowingly and unintentionally fails (because all we want to do is love, love, love our dogs) in recognizing and meeting the dog's needs to keep them psychologically balanced. There are no `bad' dogs, only dogs that are in a state of unbalance. In "People Training For Dogs" Cesar explains the factors which play a role in how and why dogs become unbalanced and how dog owners can improve their human-dog relationship.
For those who are familiar with the tv show "Dog Whisperer", this dvd portrays a more in depth look into Cesar Millan's philosophy on dog psychology and behavior. Unlike the tv shows, which show specific cases of dog behavioral problems, this dvd makes you feel as if you are personally involved in attending one of Cesar's seminars and visiting his Dog Psychology Center.
"People Training For Dogs" delivers a vast amount of enlightening information in a way which is easy to understand and often humorous. This dvd is for everybody, even those who feel that their dogs are perfect. You'd be surprised at what you didn't know about dogs!
Cesar, please keep going with all of your efforts! We all need you! I'm hoping that your children follow your footsteps and perhaps one of them will open up a Dog Psychology Center in upstate New York! There are a lot of people here who would line up at your door!
47 of 51 found the following review helpful:
Only for those at their wits end! Apr 07, 2006
By (C.J.) Cynthia Anderson
"Knowledge into Action!"
This is a great first place to start, for those new to Cesar Millan's approach to handling "out of control" dogs. Also great for those who are not familiar with Cesar Millan and want to try his techniques slowly, or do not have access to his National Geographic Show "The Dog Whisperer" on cable.
Further detailed information can be obtained by his obtainingnew book, "My Way", reading his blog on the Dog Whisperer website on the National Geographic channel, or joining a group on Yahoo where faster interaction and brainstorming solutions from his book and cds can be found.
30 of 32 found the following review helpful:
Fantastically helpful and entertaining! May 03, 2006
By Matthew A. Snyder
"tifosi77"
Cesar is a master at showing people how to handle their dogs. I've seen some complaints about the lack of dog interaction on the DVD, but the way I see things that is sorta the point. As he says on his show, he rehabilitates dogs....he *trains* people. Heck, the DVD title is "People Training for Dogs", not the other way around. My girlfriend and I just got our 11-week old beagle puppy (Carlin) over the weekend, and Cesar's messages ring lound and clear every time we interact with the pup. Calm and assertive....calm and submissive.....exercise, dicipline, affection....animal, dog, breed, name.....To be honest I was a little worried about getting my first pet dog at 33 years old, but following Cesar's advice things have been less daunting and more enjoyable than I ever imagined. The parts where he feeds his pack and places the kitten amongst his dogs were spectacular demonstrations of his method. We can't wait for the next DVD!
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