Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition Season 6 Episode 11 A Dog and His Boy; Mobile Vet
- TV-G
- March 12, 2010
- 50 min
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In season 6 episode 11 of "Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan," titled "A Dog and His Boy; Mobile Vet," Cesar works with two very different dogs and their owners.
The first dog, a high-strung Jack Russell Terrier named Spaghetti, is causing chaos in his young owner's life. Spaghetti is hyperactive and difficult to control, and his energy is rubbing off on the boy, leading to misbehavior and sadness. Cesar comes to their home to observe their dynamic and quickly identifies that the boy is unknowingly feeding into Spaghetti's behavior by playing rough with him and not setting clear boundaries. Cesar shows the boy how to communicate with Spaghetti in a calm and assertive manner and teaches him how to use playtime as a reward for good behavior. Through patience and consistent training, Cesar helps the boy become a more confident leader for Spaghetti, and their bond becomes stronger.
In the second segment of the episode, Cesar teams up with Dr. Hank, a mobile vet who travels to clients' homes to assess and treat their dogs. They visit a family with a Great Dane named Tower who is suffering from severe hip dysplasia. Tower's pain is so intense that he resorts to biting when anyone tries to touch him. Cesar observes Dr. Hank's examination of Tower and notices that the vet is invading Tower's personal space without first communicating with him. Cesar explains that a dog in pain needs extra care and attention to feel safe, and Dr. Hank agrees to adjust his approach. With Cesar's guidance, Dr. Hank is able to provide Tower with the treatment he needs while respecting his boundaries and gaining his trust.
Throughout the episode, Cesar emphasizes the importance of communication and consistency when working with dogs. He shows that with the right approach and mindset, even the most challenging dogs can become well-behaved and happy members of their families.