About this episode
š¾ Is "pack leadership" the key to training your dogāor is it a myth? Youāve heard the phrases: āBe the alpha,ā āEstablish dominance,ā and āPack leadership is the only way.ā But do dogs really need a "leader" like wolves do? In this eye-opening conversation with Linda Michaels , author of Do No Harm Dog Training & Behavior Manual and creator of The Hierarchy of Dog NeedsĀ® , we explore what real wolf behavior can teach us about Doodle trainingāand why outdated dominance-based methods fail. š” What Youāll Learn: āļø Do certain dog breeds need a "pack leader"? āļø How training wolf-dog rescues shaped Lindaās positive training philosophy āļø Are e-collars, prong collars, and choke chains necessary for control? āļø What to do if a trainer suggests dominance-based methods āļø Why "positive" doesnāt mean "permissive"āand how to train effectively āļø How modern dog training parallels the evolution of parenting trends š¾ Lindaās extensive background in psychology, neuroscience, and wolf behavior will transform how you think about training your Doodle. š Full show notes & behind-the-scenes Doodle training clips ā Click here š§ Want to hear more? š¢ Episode 15 : Understanding adolescent dog behavior & training š¢ Episode 19 : The Hierarchy of Dog NeedsĀ® & how to meet your dogās emotional needs š§ Hit play now to uncover the truth behind āpack leadershipā and train your Doodle with science, not myths! Searching for the perfect gift for yourself or a Doodle lover? šš¾ The Relaxation Protocol for Distractable Doodles⢠brings peace to pet parents and their energetic pups! This audio course adapts Dr. Karen Overallās proven protocol just for Doodles, helping them settle and thrive. Treat yourself or surprise a Doodle parent with the gift of calm and a happier pup. Transform chaos into calm today!