It’s not merely adopting a dog, but opening your home and your heart in inviting a companion into your world. You are creating a home for an otherwise homeless and abandoned animal. You commit to ensuring to his or her welfare through meeting your dog’s needs. You do this because you assume the role ofContinue reading “Meet the Author: Linda Michaels”
Category Archives: Do No Harm
Keeping Up the Practice
The adolescent phase of raising a puppy lasts awhile, but not forever! I worked with Olive and her pet parents last year on building a loving connection and bond. We didn’t work on formal manners. We spent time on encouraging Olive to settle and relax and for her to make the choice to do so.Continue reading “Keeping Up the Practice”
Embodying Compassion Is Counter Cultural
A professional who not only understands how the emotional lives of our dogs influences how they behave, but a professional who is able to connect with the person in front of them and get at the heart of the matter.
Four Paws & You Dog Training 