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How to Train Your Wolfdog, with Linda Michaels, M.A. — Wolfdog Radio. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Radio interview with accompanying wolfdog slides by Del Mar Wolfdog trainer Linda Michaels, M.A. Discusses everything you need to know about socializing, raising, and training your Wolfdog to become a canine good citizen. Much thanks to my gracious hosts, George Stapleton and Samantha Tambor for the guest invitation to Wolfdog Radio. I am thrilled to be…
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SUMMER’S HERE! DOG BEACH & PARK. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
BY LINDA MICHAELS Summer’s Here! Del Mar Dog Beach & Park Who can resist getting your pup and family outdoors to catch the surf and rays and get some exercise this summer? Del Mar’s Dog beach and your local dog parks can be wonderful places to exercise and play with your dog, however, they come…
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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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DOG/DOG AGGRESSION. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
By Linda Michaels, M.A., Psychology, Del Mar Dog Trainer Dog/dog Aggression: There’s nothing pet parents like better than socializing with their dogs. They often want everyone to like their dog and they want their dog to like everyone… including other dogs. Pet parents may feel it’s a reflection on them personally if their dog is not friendly to…
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BARKING, BARKING, BARKING – 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. Does your dog bark while running in circles, bay at the moon, bark at bugs, or scare your visitors out of their boots? Dogs bark: • To repel intruders (alarm barking) • For attention • During…
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Wolfdog Radio Online with Linda Michaels, MA. Feb 15 5pm PST | 8pm EST — Learn to Train Your Wolfdog with Positive Reinforcement. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Listen to the Wolfdog Radio broadcast, with special guest, Linda Michaels, MA Psychology, and learn how to use the principles of Positive Reinforcement/ForceFree training to help develop a trusting, working relationship with your wolfdog. Linda outlines the techniques of Reward-based Training and Benevolent Leadership that you can use to get more of the behavior that you want,…
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New Year Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts. Linda Michaels, M.A. Del Mar Dog Training
BY DEL MAR DOG TRAINER LINDA MICHAELS Top 10 Do’s and Dont’s for Your Dog in the New Year If you’re adopting a dog this holiday season or choosing a puppy, think carefully about how you will select, socialize and train the new addition to the family. …
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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…