Categories | Pets & Animal Care |
Author | Brandon McMillan |
Publisher | HarperOne; Reprint edition (October 2, 2018) |
Language | English |
Paperback | 336 pages |
Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
Dimensions |
5.31 x 0.84 x 8 inches |
I. Book introduction
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 McMillian 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.
Editorial Reviews
“Lucky Dog Lessons captures the unique combination of heart and head at the core of great dog training. McMillan’s methods are practical and effective-obviously honed over a lifetime of training and getting results. They’re also unfailingly positive.” — -Dr. Marty Becker, “America’s Veterinarian,” Chief Veterinary Correspondent for the American Humane Association, and bestselling author of 22 books, including Your Dog: The Owner’s Manual
“A practical, approachable guide packed with sound advice on how to safely train any dog while building confidence, trust, and a loving bond. McMillan’s inspiring stories of the ‘unadoptable’ dogs he has helped find new forever homes affirm why every dog deserves a second chance.” — ―Kwane Stewart, D.V.M, Chief Veterinary Officer, National Director No Animals Were Harmed® Program, American Humane Association
About Brandon McMillan
Brandon McMillan (born April 29, 1977) is an American television personality, animal trainer, author and television producer best known for his role as former host and trainer of the television series Lucky Dog on CBS.
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.
McMillan lives bi-coastally between Los Angeles and New York City. He is the author of “Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days” (HarperCollins), which is a self-help book for dog lovers. He also cofounded the nonprofit “Argus Service Dog Foundation”, which trains service dogs to assist disabled veterans. He had a chihuahua named Lulu and a Flat-Coated Retriever named Koda. In his free time McMillan scuba dives, surfs, and practices Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
II. Reviewer: Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
Here is a summary of the book Review “Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days by Brandon McMillan”. Helps you have the most overview of the book without searching through time. Please access “BookQuote.Net” regularly or save it to keep track and update the latest information. |
1. BETH BISSON reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
“Lucky Dog Lessons” Best dog training book that I have ever read!
Absolutely the best dog training book that I have ever read! It is nice that he doesn’t assume that you adopted a new puppy that hasn’t been abused. The dog that I adopted came from a situation of tremendous abuse and neglect. He had a lot to say that helped me with my dog. He has great training techniques. I would like to see everyone who has a dog read this book.
2. LINDA A. DAVIS reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
“Lucky Dog Lessons” Very detailed book.
This book is very detailed and offers a lot of advice. When Brandon McMillan of “Lucky dog” was on TV, I always watched it. He was always very knowledgeable about dogs, etc., and gave very good training advice.
Since he wrote this book, I feel it will be very helpful to any dog lover.
3. JASON reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
“Lucky Dog Lessons” Finally! A realistic and practical approach to dog training!
I can’t tell you how relieved I am to finally find a dog training book worth reading and implementing into our training. It seems like so many mainstream trainers out there try to focus on one end of the spectrum or the other when it comes to reinforcement, reward, punishment, etc. Either they advise the traditional and outdated approach of the “pack leader” mentality and recommend methods that are borderline animal cruelty like Cesar Milan from the Dog Whisperer, or they have the overly positive reinforcement approach and think repetition is the secret to success rather than trying an alternate approach. Zac George’s book had this approach and it felt like one of those parents that thinks every child deserves a trophy simply for participating rather than earning their reward.
Brandon McMillan, however, has a perfect balance that he demonstrates in Lucky Dog Lessons. It reads more like training from a respected, confident, authority figure rather than acting like a bully or the dog’s buddy. Furthermore, Brandon does a great job at offering alternative approaches based on your dog’s overall personality, progress, and/or breed (i.e. energetic vs laidback, quick learner vs slow learner, large breeds vs small breeds, etc.). And he has the background and experience one would hope for from a trainer…his parents trained exotic animals, he grew up around all varieties of animals his entire life, he made a career training exotic animals for the film and entertainment industry, and now he exclusively focuses on training unwanted shelter dogs in desperate need of loving homes.
Overall, it’s well worth the read and I would strongly recommend it for anyone that believes in a realistic and practical approach to dog training.
4. ADE LAWAL reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
“Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days” A must read for anyone serious about owning a dog
This is an excellent book on dog training and how to get your dog to be a companion/family dog. Filled with many shared personal experiences with various breeds each with a different challenge and how this was addressed. It takes you through how to teach your dog the seven basic commands and how to deal with behavioural issues. Found the tip on how to deal with a nipping dog challenging as not sure how I will do this with my Bullmastiff, when I finally get one – and here’s hoping I do not have to deal with that problem. The author is clearly a high confident leader and trainer of animals, not just dogs and this comes through in the book. Worth every penny. Email address please so we can at least chat with the author.
5. KYRENE GIBB reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
I’m definitely not an expert in animal training, so picking up this accessible, entertaining read on the subject of helping your dog be their best, well-behaved self was great. I found the lessons and tips and recommendations for tough cases really helpful, and I definitely think some of the insights about the behaviors that are characteristic of certain breeds have really helped me understand my pups better.
6. JULIE reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
“Lucky Dog Lessons” This is not the first book I’ve read about how to train our crazy pandemic puppy, but so far it’s my favorite. I just wish I’d read it when we first brought Finn home. Finny already knows the 7 core tricks recommended in this training method, but I still found it useful for some of the barking, begging, chewing kind of behaviours we’re hoping to rid him of.
I loved hearing the personal stories about the authors rescue dogs, and I really loved all of the Outtakes sections. It’s well organized, so it’s easy to skim through sections you don’t need.
7. CINDY DYSON EITELMAN reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
At least one reviewer complained that it had “too much anecdote; too little instruction.” I did not agree at all! It is true that I had to flip ahead and read his description of the seven basic commands, then go back to the stories that gave it life. But I was happy to do so.
In addition to the seven basic commands that he teaches all dogs, he addresses a handful of problem behaviors and the ways to untrain them. But all the way through, he addresses the “feel how” and the “feel why” of dog training in a way that few others do. I mean, say you’ve been given a little cutie that is adorable in all ways except she lunges ahead when you’re walking on leash. That behavior would discourage you from wanting to take her on walks, right? Or to take her anywhere–you’ve enough muscles in that left arm anyway. So she doesn’t get taken on walks.
For you it may be a minor annoyance. But he deals with rescue dogs, and for them it’s a life-and-death matter. He may have a perfect home in mind for the little dog, but only if he can turn it into one who walks happily on the leash in the hand of a seventy-year-old woman. If he fails, the dog doesn’t get a home and goes back to the pound. (Probably not for real, but it still misses out on a good home.)
Another plus is his willingness to admit that there’s not a one-size-fits-all remedy for all dogs and all behaviors. He has to experiment from time to time–and so do you.
8. JENNLYNN reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
The best book on dog training I’ve ever read (and I’ve read plenty over the years). Brandon provides a slew of practical step-by-step instructions covering all the basics of training (sit, stay etc.) as well as tips on dealing with common problems. The absolutely best, and most refreshing thing however, is that he’s honest. Other training books will make you feel like a failure if your dog can’t master something like a come, but he will be frank and tell you certain types of dogs (like my beagle!) will never be reliable off-leash dogs and shouldn’t be trusted in a potentially risky situation. Ditto for some agression issues: you can’t necessarily expect your dog to be cured; instead you should concentrate on avoiding situations that might trigger problems. I think this is a must read for all dog owners, and if you have the chance to watch his show Saturday mornings on CBS too it will also help hone your training skills.
9. TANYA ROBERTS reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
I enjoy watching the Lucky Dog television series so when my family adopted a new puppy, I decided to get this book. In addition to actually having a trainer work with us I read this book and there are some very sound training suggestions and advice that coincides with what the trainer is telling us. Since our dog is a young puppy it is taking a lot of patience and longer than 7 days but I am seeing progress. I enjoyed the added stories of dogs that Brandon has actually worked with.
Although, my puppy apparently doesn’t like me giving this book too much attention, he got out and chewed up the corner of this book while I wasn’t home. Back to the chapter on chewing…. 🙂
10. MARCI D reviews for Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days
Readings parts of book as need.
Very helpful. Found his tips to work.
Like his philosophy on dogs.
Aligns with having small, timid dogs. He is kind.
Helpful with training sons puppy and my older dog.
Wish he had more information on different topics in book because so helpful.
Not hitting all areas where we need help.
III. Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days Quotes
The best book quotes from Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days by Brandon McMillan
“After a few days you should be standing all the way up while telling him DOWN. Don’t Back Away. Another common mistake people make when training a big dog the DOWN command with this technique is backing up when they first unclip the dog from the anchor leash.”
“Do several sessions a day for a week, and you’ll be happy. Do it several times a day for months and you’ll be blown away.”
“But when a dog completely trusts you, there’s no limit to the lengths he’ll go to please you and learn from you.”
“The Cornered STAY The only tools you’ll need for this technique:
A six-foot leash
A bag of treats your dog loves
An ideal location. Location”“Dogs who go through life a little more carefully and those who have shy natures may take more time to train.”
“Once you give the STAY command, hold your dog in position for one second and one second only. If your dog can be still for that single second, quickly pet, praise, and reward her with a treat, telling her, “Good STAY.”
“As soon as your dog is completely still, silently count to three. When you get there, if your dog is still calm, praise him and reward him with a treat.”
“Try to keep up the practice of this exercise throughout the training process because the more you do it, the better control you’ll have, and the easier training will be.”
“The first step is all about trust. Without this essential element in your relationship with your dog, you cannot be an effective trainer.”
“relied on to be predictable, patient, and kind. I begin every relationship with a new dog by making sure it’s clear I can be counted on to be all those things.”
“If you have a puppy or a newly adopted dog, establishing trust before you start training is absolutely essential.”
“After trying (and failing) to fit all of them in his mouth, he finally settled on a Chuckit! ball—he couldn’t take his eyes off it. Instead of me blindly choosing a toy he kinda wanted, I let Murphy pick something he really wanted to motivate him through training. This made him more eager to work and learn.”
“Martingales aren’t named after the person or the company that invented the collar—they’re named after a piece of horse tack by the same name that riders use to keep their horses’ heads up. Even though the collar is a completely different piece of equipment, when you pull it, it cinches up—without choking your dog—and keeps his head high. If it chokes your dog, you’re using it wrong and may need someone experienced with this kind of collar to help you understand it.”
“When you need more control, you’ll be able to apply enough pressure to narrow the large loop without hurting your dog. These collars are easy to understand and to use—a nice tool to have around when you need it.”
“The reason they work is almost too simple: dogs get startled by the sounds they make. The noise literally stops dogs in their tracks when they’re behaving badly, giving you a chance to redirect them to more acceptable behaviors.”
“All you need to get started is a clicker and a handful of treats. With your dog controlled and focused, click and then immediately give him a treat. Repeat. Repeat. Repeat”
“In my experience, dogs learn much better in multiple short sessions than in a single long one. If you sense your dog is reaching his limit, wrap up the session on a high note and set aside the skill until the next time. Overtraining is never a good idea.”
Excerpted from Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days by Brandon McMillan
….
Note: Above are quotes and excerpts from the book “Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days by Brandon McMillan”. If you find it interesting and useful, don’t forget to buy paper books to support the Author and Publisher!
The above content has been collected from various sources on the internet. Click the Share button to recommend the book to your friends! |
BookQuote.Net Sincerely Introduced!