Ep 1. Kobe, Banjo, and Kisses

In season 3, episode 1 of Dog Whisperer, titled "Kobe, Banjo, and Kisses," renowned dog behaviorist Cesar Millan takes on three very different cases in an effort to help dogs and their owners better understand each other.

The first case involves a Doberman named Kobe who is highly aggressive towards other dogs. Despite being on a leash, the moment Kobe sees another dog he becomes fiercely aggressive, pulling and lunging towards the other animal. Cesar works with Kobe and his owner to understand the root of his aggression and to teach him how to behave properly around other dogs.

The second case involves a Boston Terrier named Banjo who suffers from extreme separation anxiety. Whenever his owners leave the house, Banjo becomes destructive, tearing apart furniture and defecating throughout the house. Cesar works with Banjo and his owners to teach him that being alone is not something to fear and to help him feel more calm and relaxed when left alone.

Finally, Cesar meets with a Chocolate Labrador named Kisses who has a tendency to become overly excited and jump up on people, even knocking them over at times. Cesar helps Kisses learn to control her excitement and teaches her owners how to properly interact with her to prevent her from getting too overexcited.

Throughout the episode, Cesar Millan's signature techniques and gentle manner help to not only address the specific issues each dog is facing but also to help their owners better understand how to communicate with their furry companions. By the end of each case, both the dog and their owners are happier and more confident in their ability to interact with each other in a positive and loving way.