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Puppy Come…or I’ll Shock You??? Linda Michaels, M.A., Psychology
This series of blog posts recounts topics drawn from a recent guest segment by Del Mar Dog Trainer Linda Michaels, M.A. on the Pet Professional Guild Radio Show. Question: Can you tell us if you think training an emergency recall with P+ (punishment such as a shock collar) could, in any way, be preferable to using…
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Open Letter to Canine Research Scientists. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Del Mar Dog Trainer Linda Michaels, M.A. Psychology, calls on canine research scientists to lead the way on the ethical treatment of companion animals and take a stand against shock collars. It would require a long list to delineate the benefits of companion animal canine research conferences and live streams. Admirably, these conference bring canine…
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Letter to Canine Researchers. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Del Mar dog trainer Linda Michaels calls on canine research scientists to lead the way on the ethical treatment of companion animals. Originally published in the Pet Professional Guild, BARKS from the Guild Magazine. Jan/2015. Correction: Neither Canada nor Australia currently ban shock collars, however, Finland currently has a ban. The province of Quebec has fines for collars…
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What is your dog thinking… Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Local expert keeps things on positive level when it comes to dialogue with dogs By Diane Y. Welch Linda Michaels has positioned herself as a leading authority on force-free, positive pet training. If you’ve ever wondered what your dog is thinking, pet psychologist Linda Michaels may be able to give you some clues. From…
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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…