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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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HERE COME THE FIREWORKS! WHERE’S YOUR DOG? Linda Michaels, M.A. – Del Mar Dog Training
Every year many dogs suffer psychological trauma during the 4th of July fireworks, whereas, we humans are ecstatic over fireworks. Understanding your dog’s fearful behavior and what you can do at this stressful time of year is important for the emotional well-being of your pet. Interestingly, one of the only innate fears humans have is a fear…
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UT Pet School: Grazing Games™. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
This is an excerpt from Linda’s book, Do No Harm™ Dog Training and Behavior Manual, available to download here. The easiest, scientifically endorsed methods to train and socialize your dog involve food. If we couldn’t go to the grocery store and bring home bags of groceries, we would be asking, “Who’s got the food? What…
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Meet Wolfdog Journey. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
BY LINDA MICHAELS, M.A., DEL MAR DOG TRAINER – SPECIAL TO THE UT SAN DIEGO If the thought of interacting with a wolflike creature makes your heart leap, meet wolfdog Journey, A cross of a wolf and a domestic dog several generations removed, Journey was selectively bred for social-butterfly abilities and wolflike appearance. When…
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LET’S GO FOR A RIDE! Linda Michaels, M.A., Psychology
BY LINDA MICHAELS, M.A., DEL MAR DOG TRAINER – RANCH COAST NEWS If you want to be sure that Fifi or Bowser happily hops into the car, this article was written for you. You’re all set to take your dog out on an exciting adventure or to spend some quality time together running errands, but…
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Snake Avoidance. By Linda Michaels, M.A.
How can you keep your dog from being bitten by a venomous snake? Unfortunately, there is no easy answer and there are no guarantees. Seal Your Yard. Many, if not most, snake bites to dogs occur on their own property. Neither your family nor your dog is safe from venomous snakes. Remove food sources, such as:…