Ep 2. Boss with a Bark

In season 1 episode 2 of Cesar 911, Caesar Millan is called upon to help a dog named Boss who is causing chaos in his owner's life. Boss is an aggressive German Shepherd who has bitten multiple people, including his owner's husband. The owner is now afraid of Boss and does not know how to handle him.

Caesar arrives at the home and immediately sees that Boss is in charge. He is aggressive towards Caesar and his crew, barking and lunging at them. Caesar explains that Boss is acting out of fear and insecurity, and that he needs to establish himself as the pack leader in order to gain Boss's trust and respect.

To start, Caesar takes Boss for a walk to assess his behavior. Boss is reactive to all of the other dogs on the street, barking and lunging at them. Caesar shows the owner how to use the right body language to calm Boss down and make him feel more secure. Together they practice walking Boss with other dogs and people around, getting him used to being in a calm and controlled environment.

Next, Caesar addresses Boss's aggressive behavior towards people. He explains that Boss needs to learn to respect people and see them as his leaders, not as threats. To do this, Caesar sets up a training session with a former police officer who trains dogs for search and rescue missions. The officer shows the owner and Caesar how to assert their authority and make Boss follow their commands. They practice with Boss, repeating the commands and rewarding him when he follows them correctly.

Throughout the episode, Caesar emphasizes the importance of consistency and repetition in dog training. He shows the owner how to set boundaries for Boss and stick to them, even when he is behaving badly. He also explains that it is important to remain calm and assertive around Boss, as he will pick up on any fear or anxiety the owner is feeling.

By the end of the episode, Boss has made significant progress. He is more obedient, less reactive to other dogs and people, and has stopped biting. The owner is now able to walk Boss without fear and has developed a stronger bond with him. Caesar ends the episode by emphasizing the importance of ongoing training and ensuring that Boss continues to be a well-behaved dog.

Overall, Cesar 911 season 1 episode 2, Boss with a Bark, is a powerful example of how effective dog training can transform a dog's behavior and improve the owner's quality of life. Caesar's approach emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying psychological factors that drive a dog's behavior, and using that knowledge to establish a strong, respectful relationship between dog and owner.