To me, being compared to a dog is the ultimate compliment, and my mom certainly deserves the honor for her honesty, integrity, and loyalty. Without my mother's encouragement and support, I would not be where I am today. She taught me the value of being around the right people, being a part of the right "pack." She would say, "Don't hang around people with no goals. They'll only slow you down." I still believe that today. You're not going to grow unless you surround yourself with other people who want to grow. That is a lesson I hope to pass on to my kids.

Something else my mom deserves credit for: my signature "tsst" sound. As a child, it was the sound my mother would make around the house to get our attention or discourage something we were doing.

I wish all mothers and mothers-to-be a very happy mother's day.  I hope you are surrounded by the love and warmth of family on your special day.

Stay calm and assertive!

Cesar Millan