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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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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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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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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…
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Jingle Dogs -Top 10 Gifts. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
BY LINDA MICHAELS, M.A., DEL MAR DOG TRAINER – SPECIAL TO THE U~T SAN DIEGO Top 10 “Thank You” Gifts for your Jingle Dog. Our precious pups bring such joy to our lives and deliver unconditional love all year long. Consider saying “Thank You” with gifts that keep on giving throughout the year. Some of…
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Wolfdog Training with Linda Michaels — Meet Shiloh and Oka!. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
Watch Linda Michaels, Del Mar Dog Trainer, train Wolf Ambassador Wolfdogs, Shiloh (9 months old) and Oka (8 months old) so they can help save our wolves in the wild by dispelling the myth of the “big bad wolf”. Shiloh and Oka are part of an educational project that provides lectures and demonstrations to the…
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Separation Anxiety? What You Can Do! Linda Michaels, M.A., Del Mar Dog Training
By LINDA MICHAELS, M.A., DEL MAR DOG TRAINING Separation Anxiety? What You Can Do. Dogs are social creatures and can over-attach to a pet parent or canine housemate and become habituated to continual contact. When left alone these dogs may experience what is akin to a panic attack in humans. A well-structured change in routine may…
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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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TOP 10 GIFTS THAT LAST A LIFETIME. Linda Michaels, M.A., — Del Mar Dog Training
BY LINDA MICHAELS, M.A., DEL MAR DOG TRAINER — RANCH COAST NEWS The lingering aroma of hot cider, eggnog, and evergreen, sparkling lights that brightened each night, and my great hope for a wonderful new year, stir me to share a list of “gifts” that can enhance the quality of every dog’s life. Your thoughtful…