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Puppy Mills: The Horrific Truth
By Jeanine K Jones, MBA. JeanineJones444@gmail.com Many people choose to bring home a puppy when they wish to add a dog to their home. If you’ve been tempted to buy a darling little puppy from a pet store that sells (not adopts) dogs or tempted to buy a puppy sight unseen from an online ad, be…
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Choosing a Rescue Dog or Choosing a Good Breeder: How to Find a Dog That Fits Your Lifestyle. Part 2
This is an excerpt from Linda’s book, Do No Harm™ Dog Training and Behavior Manual, available to download here. Read Part 1 of this article. Adopting a dog or puppy Shelters and rescue groups are great sources to find your forever companion – and what a great feeling you will have when you save a life!…
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Before You Fall in Love: Finding the right dog to fit your family. Part 1.
This is an excerpt from Linda’s book, Do No Harm™ Dog Training and Behavior Manual, available to download here. A new dog romping around the house provides constant entertainment and unconditional love, but be prepared to train, exercise, and care for that puppy or rescue dog for a lifetime. When you make the decision to bring a…
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Hierarchy of Dog Needs TM. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Introducing the The Hierarchy of Dog Needs TM A Wellness and Humane Force-free Behavior Modification Guide Created by Linda Michaels, M.A. Psychology, Del Mar Dog Training The Hierarchy of Dog Needs was developed as a progressive Force-free alternative to the paradigms that have been, and that are currently available. You will note in the Hierarchy of Dog Needs…
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YOUR PUPPY’S HEALTH. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
SOCIALIZATION & VACCINATIONS GO TOGETHER Pet parents are now aware of the necessity of providing dog/dog socialization opportunities for their puppies. Nevertheless, when and how to do it is still misunderstood largely because many veterinarians, as well as breeders and pet-store owners, advise new pet parents to avoid socializing their new puppy with other dogs…
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PET PARENTING POSITIVELY…Part 2. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Welcome! You’re on the way to learning the Foundations of Pet Parenting Positively™. Let’s continue on this fascinating journey discovering the scientifically-endorsed positive reinforcement training methods. Code words — Do No Harm Containment Management: Containment as a management tool may help prevent frustration and it can speed up learning. Until your dog has learned good household manners, teach…
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PET PARENTING POSITIVELY… Part 1. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
This is the first in the continuing series on positive pet parenting, excerpted from my upcoming book. If you’ve made the decision to pet parent your dog positively, congratulations on your good judgement! Your decision will enhance your relationship with your canine companion and best friend. Afterall, that’s why most people get a companion animal…pet parents…
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WHEN AND HOW TO TRAIN YOUR PUPPY or NEW RESCUE. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
BY LINDA MICHAELS When and How to Train Your Puppy or New Rescue Q. What are some of the benefits of training my dog? A. Training makes home life more manageable and fun for you and your dog. Next to basic health care, it’s the most important thing you can do for your pup. Best…