Dog Whisperer is looking for new and exciting stories for the series. If you would like to be considered for the show, we require a five to seven minute video for all of our applicants.

In the video, we would like you to introduce yourself and your dog. Give us your name, age, and occupation, as well as the dog’s name, age, and breed. Tell (and show) us the problems your dog is having and how these issues are affecting your life. Also, let us know what you love about your dog.

Currently, Dog Whisperer is only accepting submissions from the following areas:

- Southern California

We’re looking for a wide variety of dog problems, including unusual phobias, obsessions, fearful behavior, aggression, or any other unique situations that Cesar could help transform.

We are also looking for stories involving couples that are facing a rocky relationship or about to break up due to their dogs. In addition to your dog's behavior, we want to see the couple interacting together on camera. Please mark your tape and package "Valentine Special."

We would like you to capture at least three instances of your dog’s bad behavior. Please do not put yourself or your dog in danger while trying to film the behavior. Try using a muzzle, leash, or fence to assist, if you are dealing with an aggressive dog.

Please mail your video and forms according to the information below, or bring them to an audition and meet the producers.

Audition for Dog Whisperer -- and Meet the Producers!

Don't miss your chance to meet with the producers of Dog Whisperer to audition to be on the show! Be prepared to describe your dog's problem behavior. Dogs are welcome, but please leave them at home if they are aggressive. Your dog does not need to attend to be considered. A video of your dog's behavior must be submitted to be chosen for the show.

Audition Locations and Times:

Sunday, November 15, 2009

2:00-4:00pm
West Coast Pet Expo
Fairplex at Pomona, Bldg 4
1101 W. McKinley Ave
Pomona, CA 91768
More details here.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

3:00pm-4:00pm
It's Pawfect, Inc
31143 Via Colinas, #405
Westlake Village, CA 91362

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

12:00pm-1:00pm
Santa Monica Pet Project
1844 14th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

1:00pm-2:00pm
Doggie Avenue
1719 W. Magnolia Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91506

Don't forget to bring your video!

When Making the Video:

• Please try to keep the cameras as still as possible and have a friend do the filming. We want to see both you and the dog!
• Avoid having the date and time on the screen.
• Don’t zoom in too close to the dog; we want to see as much of the environment as possible.
• Avoid backlighting on subjects around doors and windows.
• Be creative! Tell us why your situation would make for a good story.

Click here to read advice on how to put together your audition video from producers of Dog Whisperer.

We will accept all formats, except from digital cameras and cell phones. We are unable to return video tapes; if you would like to keep the footage, please make a copy for yourself.

*If you're submitting a DVD, please make sure that the DVD is finalized and will play in a standard DVD player.

Please note, we will NOT consider your story for Dog Whisperer if you post your submission tape on the Internet on a website like Google Videos, YouTube, Myspace, or Friendster.

Don’t Have a Video Camera? Tips to Find One

• Use your network. Ask you friends. Ask your friends to ask their friends. Ask your dentist, your hair stylist, and your mechanic. You never know who might have one!
• Rent a camera. Check your yellow pages for a vendor in your area.
• Check the library. Often your local library will have one available to borrow.

Fill out the Release Forms:

When sending in your video, you must include the bio sheet and release forms (personal release and materials release), available for download here. Everyone seen in the video must sign a personal release. You can download the forms from the following links below:

ADULT_RELEASE.PDF
MINOR_RELEASE.PDF
MATERIALS_RELEASE.PDF
MATERIALS_RELEASE.PDF (Example)
BIO_SHEET.PDF

To view these files, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. Click here to download Acrobat Reader

If you can't come to an audition, send your video and submission materials to:

MPH ENTERTAINMENT
Attn: Dog Whisperer Submissions
3727 Magnolia Blvd. #824
Burbank, CA 91505

The producers will only be accepting submissions for a limited time. The sooner your video is viewed the greater your chance of being on the show. Mail your video today!

Thank you for watching
Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan
on the National Geographic Channel!