Lucky Dog Lessons, Brandon McMillan
Lucky Dog Lessons, Brandon McMillan
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Lucky Dog Lessons
Train Your Dog in 7 Days

Author: Brandon McMillan

Narrator: Brandon McMillan, Roger Wayne

Unabridged: 7 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 10/04/2016

Categories: Nonfiction, Pets, Reference


Synopsis

The celebrity dog trainer and Emmy-winning star of the CBS show Lucky Dog shares his training system to transform any dog—from spoiled purebred puppy to shelter-shocked rescue—into a model companion in just seven days.Each week on Lucky Dog, Brandon McMillan rescues an untrained, unwanted, ""unadoptable"" shelter dog. In the days that follow, these dogs undergo a miraculous transformation as they learn to trust McMillan, master his 7 Common Commands, and overcome their behavior problems—ultimately becoming well-mannered pets and even service dogs. With his labor of love complete, McMillan unites each dog with a forever family. Now, in his first book, McMillan shares the knowledge he has gained working with thousands of dogs of every breed and personality to help readers turn their own pets into well-trained Lucky Dog graduates. Lucky Dog Lessons begins with the basics—building trust, establishing focus and control, and mastering training techniques. From there, McMillan explains his playful, careful, and kind approach to training the 7 Common Commands he teaches every dog: SIT, STAY, DOWN, COME, OFF, HEEL, and NO. Next, McMillan provides solutions to common canine behavior problems, including house training issues, door dashing, chewing, barking, and common mealtime misbehaviors. Lucky Dog Lessons includes easy-to-follow steps, illustrative examples, tried-and-true tips and tricks, and photographs to demonstrate each technique. Throughout the book, McMillan shares inspiring stories about his favorite students and gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at the show and some of his most unique and challenging canine encounters, including some never-before-seen outtakes.Brandon McMillan believes that no dog is beyond saving, and the loving, positive, successful methods he offers will work wonders with even the most challenging dog. Create the happy pet family you want with Lucky Dog Lessons.

About Brandon McMillan

Born into a family of animal trainer entertainers, Brandon McMillan has been training wild animals since childhood. In addition to his work as a Los Angeles-based animal trainer for film, television, and many of Hollywood’s A-list celebrities, he was the host of the Emmy Award-winning CBS show Lucky Dog and Discovery’s Shark Week. His sog-training Masterclass has been one of the most successful on the platform. He studied under International K9’s Advanced Master Dog Trainer course developed by International K9, and cofounded Argus Service Dog Foundation, which trains and provides service dogs to veterans.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Satomi on July 11, 2021

I saw this book displayed at the local book store. I found this audiobook with scribd, and the kindle was on sale. I felt it was meant to be! This is a “How To” book, but the dedication on the first page almost made me cry. Who thought you can cry over a “How To” book! (The dedication was “To the mi......more

Goodreads review by Janet on March 16, 2021

My biggest complaint: 7 days. It just takes longer and a lot more persistence, patience, and more patience. I have recently rescued a lovely little dog who lived most of her three years caged. She is sweet and smart, but she has very little human vocabulary. She has definitely learned "sit" , but ha......more

Goodreads review by Shell on June 29, 2017

Clear and concise. Using a clicker my high energy rescue boy has learned sit and down in a couple of days, and as an added bonus now that he associates the clicker with a treat it's working like a charm to get him to come in the house without having to chase after him. I have my doubts about Mr. Bus......more

Goodreads review by Mitch on September 29, 2020

Just discovered this series on TV - and we've become hypnotised by the Brandon magic! This book feels like you've got Brandon at home with you giving you encouragement, warmth and wisdom! I just might need to buy a second copy and leave it in the crate for puppy to read!......more

Goodreads review by Caitlin on August 29, 2020

I loved hearing the short stories of the various dogs he’s rescued and re-homed. The approaches were well organized and easy to follow. Some of the strategies seem very different than what our other trainers have suggested so I’ll see how my dog responds.......more