Originally published in hardcover: New York : Harmony Books, 2007

Mirror, mirror -- Part I. Balancing your dog : Identifying instability -- Discipline, rewards, and punishment -- The best tool in the world -- Fulfilling the breed -- Part II. Balancing ourselves : Dysfunction junction -- Transforming energy into action -- Leadership for dogs, and for humans -- Our four-legged healers -- Epilogue: Humans and dogs: the long walk home -- Appendix : A quick reference guide to becoming a better pack leader : Meeting a dog for the first time ; Introducing your dog to a new person (especially a child) ; Introducing a new person into your home ; Mastering the walk ; Returning from the walk ; The feeding ritual ; Managing food aggression ; Facing an aggressive dog ; Claiming your space ; Dealing with obsessive and fixated behaviors ; Managing stress at the vet ; Going to the dog park ; Choosing a dog with the right energy ; Introducing a dog to a house for the first time

Dog Whisperer Millan takes his principles of dog psychology a step further, showing you how to develop the calm-assertive energy of a successful pack leader and use it to improve your dog's life--and your own. Filled with practical tips and techniques as well as real-life success stories from his clients (including the owners of Marley from Marley & Me) and his popular television show, Cesar helps you understand and read your dog's energy as well as your own so that you can move beyond just correcting behavioral issues and take your connection with your dog to the next level. The principles of calm-assertive energy will help you become a better pack leader in every area of your life, improving your relationships with friends, family, and coworkers. In addition, Cesar addresses several issues for the first time, including the major dog behavior tools available, and the difference between "personality" and "instability."--Publisher description