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Many of us think of our dogs not as pets but as full-fledged members of our families. If you own a dog - or are thinking about getting one - A Member of the Family is the ultimate resource for integrating your canine companion into the life of your household. What should you do if you need to leave your dog alone at home while everyone is at work? Are you providing him with the exercise he needs? How can you make sure your children and dog get along well? How do events in the human family - such as birth, marriage, or divorce - affect the family dog? All of these questions and many more are answered by bestselling author Cesar Millan in his new book. Brimming with practical tips and techniques, A Member of the Family addresses the most common issues and questions that emerge over the course of a persons lifetime relationship with a dog, explaining what it takes to be a good dog owner. From choosing the right dog for your particular familys needs to setting the rules of the house (yes, you and your family are in charge) to finding a quality veterinarian and monitoring your dogs health, Cesar offers essential advice for a harmonious home. No topic is left untouched. With success stories from Cesars fans and clients throughout, A Member of the Family includes sections on travel and doggie day care, the needs of an aging dog, and dealing with the death of a pet and its long-lasting effects on a family. A chapter on dogs and children is written from the perspective of Cesars sons, Andre and Calvin, and one on the role of the strong female pack leader is by Cesars wife, Ilusion. In his frank, simple, and calm manner, Cesar acts as your personal guide as you build a fulfilling, satisfying relationship with your dog.
About the Author
Internationally-renowned dog behaviorist Cesar Millan is the New York Times best-selling author of "Cesar's Way," "Be the Leader of the Pack," "A Member of the Family," "How to Raise the Perfect Dog," "Cesar's Rules." "A Short Guide to a Happy Dog," and 2017's "Lessons from the Pack," all of which are available in numerous languages worldwide. He is the founder of the Dog Psychology Center in Los Angeles, California, and has established the Cesar Millan PACK Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to animal rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming. The original host of National Geographic Channel's celebrated "Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan," he has also hosted the television programs "Cesar Millan's Leader of the Pack," "Cesar 911" ("Cesar to the Rescue" internationally) , "Cesar's Apprentice," and, with his son Andre Millan, "Dog Nation," all on Nat Geo WILD and Nat Geo Mundo. In addition to educational seminars that he leads at the Dog Psychology Center, Cesar makes appearances around the world in his acclaimed live shows. Born in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, he currently resides in Southern California.Lessons from the Pack: Stories of the Dogs Who Changed My Life is a eatured Amazon Category Pick In Best of the Month: Nonfiction (February 2017) For more information, please visit www.cesarsway.com
