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Cynology (DOGS) with Brandon McMillan

May 29, 2018
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ANECDOTE

Circus Childhood and Training

  • Brandon McMillan grew up in a circus family where he trained wild animals like tigers and lions from a young age.
  • His father apprenticed under famed lion trainer Gunther Gable Williams starting as a teenager in post-war England.
INSIGHT

Shelter Dogs vs. Purebreds Health

  • Shelter dogs carry emotional residues but are healthier due to mixed genetics.
  • Purebred dogs often come with more health problems due to limited gene pools.
ADVICE

Train Dog Like Martial Arts

  • Teach your dog a command once to give them the technique, then condition through repeated practice.
  • Regular training over time converts skills into muscle memory for reliable behavior.
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