Want Cesar Millan to Train Your Dog? Enter the Messiest Mutt Contest

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Delightful as we find the warmer spring weather (and, trust us, we do find it quite delightful), with it come a few extra messes. Specifically, dog-related messes.

Nobody is more aware of this than the dog whisperer, Cesar Millan, who worked with Swiffer research and development experts to show how he gets a handle on three of his top pet messes, including springtime shedding. You can check out video of him doing just that on Swiffer's Facebook page.

And now, Millan and Swiffer have joined forces to launch the Messiest Mutts Sweepstakes, which will run through Apr. 12. The contest winner gets to go to the Dog Whisperer's ranch for some training!

Think you could use a bit of dog whispering? Head over to Swiffer's Facebook page to enter the sweepstakes!

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Want Cesar Millan to Train Your Dog? Enter the Messiest Mutt Contest

Filed under: Dogs

Delightful as we find the warmer spring weather (and, trust us, we do find it quite delightful), with it come a few extra messes. Specifically, dog-related messes.

Nobody is more aware of this than the dog whisperer, Cesar Millan, who worked with Swiffer research and development experts to show how he gets a handle on three of his top pet messes, including springtime shedding. You can check out video of him doing just that on Swiffer's Facebook page.

And now, Millan and Swiffer have joined forces to launch the Messiest Mutts Sweepstakes, which will run through Apr. 12. The contest winner gets to go to the Dog Whisperer's ranch for some training!

Think you could use a bit of dog whispering? Head over to Swiffer's Facebook page to enter the sweepstakes!

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This Week’s Web Reads – Millan Criticizes Bush and Obama, Pet Healthcare Savings Tips, Ellen Pompeo’s Home Life and More

Filed under: Pet Health, Celebrity Pets, Animal Sites We Love

Dog Whisperer Chides Obama, Bush
"Dog Whisperer With Cesar Millan" kicks off its seventh season tonight, but that's not the only reason Cesar Millan's been in the news lately. He recently criticized both President Obama and President Bush for their lack of discipline when it comes to their dogs, Bo and Barney. Go to USA Today to check out what Millan said about how these world leaders fail as pack leaders.

Pet Healthcare on a Budget
The Great Recession officially ended in June 2009, but that doesn't mean much when most of us are still pinching our pennies. One thing we don't want to sacrifice through the tight times is the health of ours pets, but when budgeting for veterinary care, cutting costs doesn't mean you have to cut corners. Zootoo has the scoop on how you can save your dollars without compromising your pet's health.

"Grey's Anatomy" Tot Is Best Pals With Family Dogs
Bringing a newborn home to a house with pet dogs may make some prospective parents a bit nervous, but it's not necessarily as complicated as the wary might worry. Ellen Pompeo of "Grey's Anatomy" fame had a baby girl a year ago, and it seems little Stella has taken quite a shine to her mom's poodles, Gigi and Valentino. People Pets has the story of the celeb toddler and pooches who are already BFF.

Pharaoh Hounds Quiz
The pharaoh hound is an eye-catching breed. Athletic and dignified, these noble dogs capture the attention and interest of any canine connoisseur. Our friends at Pet Sugar want to know, "How Much Do You Know About Pharaoh Hounds?" Take their quiz to find out! When you're done, check out Paw Nation's "Pharaoh Hounds 101" to learn even more about the breed.

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Cesar Millan Returns for ‘Dog Whisperer’ Season 7

Filed under: Dogs, Pets News, Celebrity Pets

"Cesar, please, help me!" pleads comedian Howie Mandel. So begins the premiere episode of the newest season of National Geographic Channel's "Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan."

Mandel, who suffers from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and did not grow up around animals, is terrified of his wife Terry's chihuahua. Millan is quickly dispatched to Mandel's Los Angeles home to meet the tiny and temperamental dog named Lola. The little pooch stations herself on the sofa beside Mandel's wife and snarls at the comedian every time he tries to approach. "I am afraid for my life," admits Mandel, and he's not joking.

Mandel isn't the only TV star in need of pet intervention. Even after six seasons, there seems to be no end to troubled canines, and celebrities, needing Millan's help. This season, viewers of the popular series can expect to see actress Rhona Mitra, who most recently starred on the ABC show, 'The Gates,' getting help for her aggressive French bulldog, Oscar. Even wildlife expert Casey Anderson -- best-known for having his 900-pound pet bear Brutus serve as best man at his wedding to actress Missi Pyle -- calls Millan to help tame the couple's two dogs.

Nor does Millan ever seem to run out of pithy admonishments and his brand of wisdom. "You can make a dog unstable by giving it only love," says Millan after observing Lola the chihuahua dominate the humans in the household.

And finally, no season of "Dog Whisperer" would be complete without stories about dogs possessed by strange obsessions. In this season's premiere episode, we meet an English bulldog named Bebe who is inexplicably driven to destroy lampshades.

The seventh season of "Dog Whisperer" premieres Friday, October 8 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on the National Geographic Channel.



More From AOL Living: If you are interested in other celebrity news from the new season's TV shows, check out "The Fug Girls Pick the Best and Worst Looks of Fall TV" over at Lemondrop.

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Dog Whisperer Inside Puppy Mills

Puppy mills have been a strong discussion topic on our site. So we think this is a must see. This Friday on National Geographic.

Every year, millions of dogs are mass-produced at puppy mills – often packed in tiny wire cages, neglected, dehydrated, dirty and chronically sick – and then sold legally to pet stores throughout the country. In this powerful episode, Cesar sees puppy mill horror and works to rescue and rehabilitate caged pups with the animal rights group Last Chance for Animals. With hidden cameras, LCA operatives spot check Los Angeles county kennels, rescue eleven dogs considered worthless by breeders and learn from Cesar as he teaches them how to immediately rehabilitate the traumatized pups.

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