When I first saw the title of Cesar Millan's latest book, "Be The Pack Leader" I wondered if it was directed at me or the dog! You could be forgiven for thinking this was one of those self-improvement bibles or business guru guides to getting ahead, typically the ones you buy but never quite get around to reading.

Well according to Amazon's description "Bestselling author Cesar Millan takes his principles of dog psycology a step further, showing you how to develop the calm-****ertive 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 Grogan family, owners of Marley from 'Marley & Me' and his popular television show 'Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan), Cesar helps you understand and read your dog's energy as well as your own so that you can move beyond just correcting behavioural issues and take your connection with your dog to the next level.

The principles of calm- ****ertive energy will help you become a better pack leader in every area of your life, improving your relationships with friends, family, and coworkers."

Well if you are looking for new inspiration in your world and your dog's, this sounds like the book for you! Millan has a loyal following, his last book "Cesar's Way" made it onto the New York Times bestseller list, and judging by the reviews of Be the Pack Leader, it has been well received. I have ordered a copy and will let you know what I think.

Dogs Monthly in the UK selected it as this month's favourite title and says that the book answers questions such as:

* How to tell the difference between your dog's personality and possible instability

* The truth about dog behaviour tools (leashes and harnesses to clickers and treats), how they came into use, and Cesar's experiences with them.

*How to understand and fulfil the needs of your dog's breed.

*What is calm- ****ertive energy and how to use it with your dogs and others around you.

Well I am all for communicating calm- ****ertive energy in and out of the home, so perhaps there is no need to call a shrink when dogs can teach us how we can achieve this (with Cesar's help of course)!