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Web of Love Website for Animal Communication

May 27

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Have you noticed that the acceptance of the concept of animal communication is expanding? I have! It seems like there are more and more articles, interviews, and networks devoted to animal communication specifically, and the love of all animals generally.

I’ve been participating in and following a blog, Web of Love, which gathers together blogs and resources related to animal communication. As the blog creator, Sonja Rantila, explained to me about the Web of Love,

 The purpose [of the blog] is to spread knowledge about how wonderful and important [animal communication] is.

I encourage you to check out this blog periodically and browse through the list of topics being shared each week. Every animal communicator has a wide variety of experiences and stories, and you may just find one on the Web of Love which makes you laugh, think, or have just a bit more appreciation for your beloved pets. 

Enjoy!

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Worthwhile Animal Articles

Apr 9

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I’ve mentioned articles I enjoyed reading in the Animal Wellness Magazine previously and this issue, April/May 2010, follows suit with good information for both cats and dogs.

April/May 2010 issue

“Toxic Talk” by Sara Jackson discusses plants and foods which can be toxic to house pets, and then goes one step further with lists of household cleaning products and medications which are dangerous to animals. These latter two categories of toxic danger are not always in the forefront of our minds, so I appreciate the reminder and ways to keep pets safe within their home environment.

It is not uncommon for animals to have skin allergies, and the “Forget the Steroids” article by Jean Scherwenka is very helpful in understanding allergies and possible treatments.

My favorite article in this issue is “Turning Over a New Leaf” by Juniper Russo Tarascio. We don’t often think of offering our animal companions leafy greens as part of their diet, but this article lists a number of green vegetables along with the significant dietary benefits provided by each. There are also tips on how we might get our beloved companions to eat their greens. I mentioned to a friend who’s cat has ongoing digestive issues that certain greens have properties which help digestion. “Great” she replied, “but how do you suggest I get her to *eat* rather than just *play* with the leafy greens?” Those of you who have had an animal communication consultation with me know that I believe strongly in the innate ability for animals to intuitively know what they need. Sure enough, when offered a few chopped up greens in her food bowl, my friend’s kitty gobbled them up. She knew immediately the usefulness of the greens in helping her tummy feel better.

If these articles seem like they are speaking to you, I encourage you to pick up the current issue next time you are at the pet store or supermarket.

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Terminal Care and Assistance for Our Pets

Jan 6

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I attended a workshop last fall which addressed the topic of the animals’ perspective on dying and when/if assistance is appropriate. The guest presenter of the workshop, Paloma Bärtschi-Herrera, has published an e-book on this subject. I found the e-book to be insightful and helpful in answering some questions about the dying process based on the wisdom of her own animals in spirit.Final Journey image

Animals and the Final Journey:
Help in Passing Over and Assisting
by Paloma Bärtschi-Herrera

This is an emotional topic, but one which we all must face at some point. If  you have an aging animal and are beginning to have questions about resources to help your animal to pass peacefully, whether assisted or unassisted, you may want to consider browsing through this e-book. I started the e-book before my beloved Valentino passed, and finished the book after. While I was at peace with his transition and our agreements with one another, I still found some “ah ha” items in the e-book which helped validate and gave me a clearer perspective on the dying process and why he chose this particular timing and circumstance for his unassisted passing.

The e-book “Animals and the Final Journey” is available on Paloma’s website.  The price is listed on the site; the e-book is 51 pages in length.

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Animal Articles Worth Reading

Nov 30

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I enjoy reading a variety of animal-related magazines regularly. There are a lot of good ones out there! Occasionally I will call your attention to an article here or there. The current issue (December/January 2010) of Animal Wellness magazine has a number of helpful articles which may be relevant for you and your animal family.

December/January 2010 issue

December/January 2010 issue

The article “Aging Gracefully” by Barbara Nefer lists seven steps to a happy senior. Some of the seven steps are common sense for animal lovers, but I found a few tips I hadn’t thought of.

My animal communication practice sometimes deals with dogs who have a desire/need to eat things that are not edible. “Strange Tastes” by Debbie Swanson talks about the dangers of this obsession and offers tips to break the habit.

Have you ever considered meditating with your animals? It’s fun AND beneficial! The article “Peace on Earth” by Kathleen Prasad explains that animals respond well to meditation, often responding with deep relaxation and extra lovin’ for their human.

I was particularly grateful for the article “Making the Switch” by Shawn Messonnier, DVM which lists several very relevant and important questions to ask when considering moving from a conventional to a holistic veterinarian.

Another frequent topic in my animal communication practice has to do with dogs who are anti-social or show aggression to other dogs. Every dog I work with has a different rationale or reason for exhibiting these behaviors. The article “Is He Antisocial?” by Sharon Athanasiou helps illuminate how humans are a factor in the equation with a list of “do’s” and “don’ts” to clip out and post on your fridge!

There is also a short update on the “Happy Bill” which, if passed as written, would give a tax deduction of up to $3,500 per year on pet care expenses. You can stay up to date on this pending legislation http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c111:H.R.3501.IH:

If any of these topics are near and dear to your heart, I encourage you to pick up the current issue of Animal Wellness magazine or subscribe here.

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Homeopathic Remedies for Animals

Jun 26

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I have been a proponent and beneficiary of Homeopathic Remedies for many years now. While the healing derived from homeopathics can be subtle and is generally noticed over a period of  time, I have personally experienced positive outcomes for both physical and emotional maladies.

Can homeopathic remedies be used safely and effectively with animals? Absolutely! My homeopathic practitioner has identified appropriate remedies for my own animals with success, and several of my clients have mentioned their veterinarians who work with homeopathic therapies for their animals.

Homeopathy is an art as much as – perhaps more than – a science. There are different philosophies on how best to identify and administer homeopathics. Some believe there are as many appropriate ways to administer remedies as there are individuals needing a remedy. The fact is, homeopathic remedies are readily available at most holistic grocery stores and can be self-administered with basic information on proper dosage and combinations.ani_well_mag

I was pleased to see an article in the current issue (June/July Volume 11, Issue 3) of a popular magazine, Animal Wellness. If you are interested in the full text of the article, I encourage you pick up a copy. The article “Top 10 Homeopathic Remedies” discusses the properties of homeopathics and provides a list of “…remedies for some of the most common acute conditions in dogs.”

In brief, the article discusses these ten indicators and a possible appropriate remedy for each:

  1. Aconitum Nepellus – fear trauma, and can be helpful for preventing shock in an emergency
  2. Apis Mellifica – bee and insect bites, hot spots, vaccine reactions
  3. Arnica Montana – pain, bruising, and blunt trauma
  4. Arsenicum Album – vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness due to illness especially at night
  5. Hepar Sulphur – skin, ear, or gum infections
  6. Nux Vomica – vomiting which is followed by retching or colic; life support remedy while on the way to the vet if your dog has eaten a toxic substance (see my previous blog post “Summer Foliage Dangers“)
  7. Phosphorus – nosebleeds, cough, vomiting, diarrhea
  8. Rhus Toxicodendron – restlessness caused by joint pain (arthritis)
  9. Ruta Graveolens – ligament injury, sprains
  10. Silicea – abscesses, vaccine reactions

The article goes in to important detail about the above remedies and relevant indicators. I list them here in brief simply to illustrate the types of uses to which homeopathics may be applied. While we can pick up homeopathic remedies at the supermarket, there are complexities to homeopathic therapies. Check with your veterinarian to gain their insights and to determine if homeopathy is right for your animal’s particular condition.

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