Animal/Human Connection

What have you learned about life from your pet?  The animal human connection is so strong and we are constantly sharing and caring  feelings and thoughts with our pets.  And if we listen with an open heart, they can teach us so much about life. For example, much of what we have learned about faith has not come from a pulpit and the words of a "holy man."  Rather, it has come from watching and sharing with our pets.
Go ahead and bury your treasure, expect to find it laterHave a sure knowledge that sometimes re-homing is for the betterStop worrying and recognize that the universe knows what is for your highest goodKnow and understand that we are all connected by a spiritual bondForgive and forget. Don't hold grudges. This too shall passGo forward in life knowing you are loved unconditionally and I have your backRecognize the important messages that come in your dreamsAccept diversity in the eneighborhoodStop hiding your accidents and messes-you are not a mess or accident Be aware but not afraidUnderstand you are a teacher to someone and they need your messageDo walking and running meditations and be open to promptingsHave a solid understanding that you will never be forgottenThere is a "Rainbow Bridge" and we will be together in another plane of existence
Our pets give us such an unconditional love that it is a sacred trust we must honor to the best of our abilities.

Please check out www.AnimalHumanConnection.com for products & programs for pets and the people who love them.

Website: www.HappyDogNaturals.com 

Cindy Ritchie leads Naturals, the only company in the world that specializes in curing mange holistically and all naturally. Through a passion she did not know she had, she has changed the lives of thousands of pets and pet owners throughout the world.  

When she's not serving as Chief Tail Wagging Expert?  you might find her gardening, writing or.....but more than likely she will be researching even more information on mange and how to cure it with natural methods.

Join us today as we answer these and other questions about your dog's health.

1. What is mange exactly?

2. What can be done about it?

3. Why would an owner want to treat their dog themselves?

4. How do you help them?

5. What makes your product better?

6. How did you get into this?

When a friend or loved one has lost their pet, it is often very hard to know what to say to help.  With over 200 million pets owned in the US most of us will, at on time or another, be called upon to support an important person in our life in pet loss.

Bellow are some words NOT to say to someone who is grieving the loss of a pet.
1. it ws just a dog (cat, horse, vird, rabbit, gerbil, etc.)If losing a pet is doing this to you, I would hate to see what you would do if you lost something really important, like a child.At least you don't have the kitty litter (carpet spots, horse stall, cage) to deal with"They are in a better place"You can always get another dog (cat, horse, rabbit, gerbil)I thought you were prepared for this or You might have known this was coming.Enough time has passed, you should be getting over this by now or it's time to move on.
While it may be very hard to know what to say, an important part of support is knowing what not to say.

Judy Helm Wright, Pet Grief Coach, www.AnimalHumanConnection.info

 

Learning Life Lessons With Your Pet  © Judy Helm Wright wwww.AnimalHumanConnection.com

Our family used to think we needed to focus on teaching and training our pets. Actually, it was the other way around.  While we were concerned that they know about  “sit” “shake hands” and “fetch” they already knew all the important stuff in life like loyalty, kindness and love. We were blessed with the animal wisdom they shared with us

This week we will focus on relationships:
Protect your loved onesBe loyal to your pack membersAfter a conflict, shake it off and let it goSay what you mean, mean what you say, but don’t say it in a mean waySometimes the best idea when it gets stressful is to close your eyes and ignore itLove unconditionally without expecting anything in returnDon’t keep score of who does what for whom. You make the first moveBe open to being loved & accepted. Why wouldn’t someone like you?Enjoy compliments and pats on the backGreet your family with the same excitement I greet you.Watch for non-verbal cues to gauge the character of visitorsIf someone is mean to animals, they are not worth associating withUnderstand the true value of a good friend. Friendship is the basis for all relationshipsWhen someone is having a bad day, just sit close by quietly and listenBe kind to those who may never have a treat for youNever, ever lie or be unfaithful to those who love and trust you
Join us today @ www.AnimalHumanConnection.info

Yvonne DiVita is an active blogger and social media professional with a passionate desire to help women everywhere achieve their highest goals.  In the summer of 2009, Yvonne co-founded BlogPaws, an online pet community and yearly national conference to support pet bloggers, pet lovers, and pet people everywhere. The conference brings pet people, brands and expert speakers in social media education together to network, learn, and have a little fun. Best of all, the conference is pet friendly! More information can be found at the BlogPaws website. www.blogpaws.com.

Life continues to lead Yvonne down the path of entrepreneurial work. She recently launched a new venture called The Lipsticking Society, to work with women in business on storytelling, communication, connecting, with the goal of creating a community of like-minded women devoted to helping each other achieve success.

Throughout every business and every experience, Yvonne clings to her passion and love of pets.

 

Twitter accounts:

@lipsticking (supporting her continued focus on women in business)

@mypetblog (supporting her personal pet blog)

@y2vonne (supporting everything she does) 

@blogpaws (for her pet community)

Websites:

http://blogpaws.com/

http://community.blogpaws.com/

http://www.scratchingsandsniffings.com

http://lipstickingsociety.com/

Join us and find out what amazing things our guest Yvonne is stirring up today!

After gaining her marketing degree at Georgia State University, Cindy moved into corporation management. In 2009, instinct told her it was time for change. With her skill set, she knew she had the capacity to achieve something meaningful, and to make a difference doing something she truly loved.  But who and what?

The answer was lying at the foot of the bed.

Zoe, her then 10-year-old German Shepherd had allergies to bovine products of any kind. Following a hunch, Cindy discovered naturally shed elk antlers.  Not only were they tolerable for dogs like Zoe, they were actually a much healthier alternative. Cindy founded her own company in 2010 and named it after her beloved pets, Scout & Zoe.

Scout & Zoe's Natural Antler Dog Chews and Treats are available at 2000 store globally. Her products have been well-received and have earned stellar reviews from prestigious news outlets nationally.

It's a dog's life, and Cindy wouldn't have it any other way. 

6 Questions:

1)Why animal nutrition? What was the tipping point that made you realize this was an area that needed attention?

2)Are there any trends the industry is following regarding nutrition?

3)What makes Scout & Zoe's treats such a great alternative to products already on the market today? What is your secret sauce?

4)If most of the foods and treats available on the market today are so bad for our furry pals, why do large, well-known companies keep producing these products?

5)What can a pet parent do to help improve their dog's diet if they are on a budget?

6)What plans do you have for the future with regards to Scout & Zoe's? 

For more information visit http://www.scoutandzoes.com

Debra Hamilton is a dynamic speaker, facilitator, author, understanding trained high conflict mediator, conflict system design consultant, animal venue executive consultant, educator, and founding principal at Hamilton Law and Mediation PLLC established in 2010 in the New York Metropolitan area.  An expert in high conflict pet disagreements and multi-party pet ownership disputes; she was trained by Jack Himmelstein, Gary FIsher, Mark Kleinman, and Simeon Baum.  She works with everyone who wants to further their passion in the care of pets while reducing their exposure to conflict and litigation. 

Debra's area of interest is resolving conflicts between people over animals, from divorce, and neighbors with a barking dog to animal rights/welfare & zoos/factory farms.

Questions Judy will ask:

1. What is mediation?

2. How does it work?

3. Why would people choose it?

4. What benefits are derived by the parties from having such discussions?

5. Are there any draw backs?

6. What is the value to the animal of having a mediation conversation?

Contact Debra to find out more:

dhamilton@hamiltonlawandmediation

www.hamiltonlawandmediation.com

Canine Commandos is a unique community/service learning experience. Their dream is for the Commandos to be in every school, in every shelter, in every community.

Many dogs are overlooked for adoption in shelters due to lack of training.  The public bypasses dogs that are jumping and barking; untrained.  The Canine Commandos (300 students, 18 schools) rotate on a daily basis to provide consistent training to help these dogs get a second chance at a new home.  

Virginia Hamilton is a teacher and lives in a community where two shelters are high kill due to untrained behaviors.  To improve the adoption rates, the students created Canine Commandos to teach basic obedience and help these dogs get a second chance.  This program teaches the students to care about the animals, their community, and their self-confidence which leads to caring about their academics to make successful gains.  Canine Commandos, now in its 13th year, provides a unique opportunity from at-risk students to gifted training in three shelters.  The students turn community service into service-learning by choosing projects to reflect upon their experiences in their academic subjects where they showcase and celebrate at an Expo at the end of each school year.

Questions Judy will ask:

1. Why was the project started?

2. How do the animals and students benefit?

3. What are the costs?

4. Can you provide the number of animlas trained and the success rate?

5. Has the program been acknowleged?

6. If the public wanted to help (donate funds), how would they do this?

Learn more. www.CanineCommandos.com

Contact Virginia Hamilton

321.723.2811 x3020

Tony and Kamie Roth, along with David and Merre Friend, own a family company called Majesty's.  Majesty's makes and sells supplements for horses and dogs in a wafer form.  The supplements are in the wafer in order to eliminate powders and liquids in the delivery system.  The K9 product is called, Buddy Bites.  In addition, they have a new treat line for horses and dogs, Bridle Bites for horses, and Buddy Pops for dogs.  Their main focus is on educating people about how to choose a supplement and how to keep the delivery system simple in order to provide the best benefits.

Questions Judy will ask:

1. How did the company get started?

2. What separates your products from other products on the market?

3. Where do you make it?

4. You are NASC certified, what does that mean?

5. What should people look for when purchasing a supplement for their horse or dog?

6. Where is your product available?

Find out more! www.majestys.com

Contact Kamie for more information.

541.504.9800

Camilla Gray-Nelson, the Dog Talk Diva, has been training dogs and their people for over 20 years. No "ordinary" dog trainer, she's an empowerment specialist! She was raised on her family's dairy farm and learned from her animal friends that power and influence are not necessarily related to size or strength. She shares the secrets of Mother Natures quiet power with her clients today.

Camilla owns and operates Daireydell Canine Doggie Dude Ranch and Training Center. Camilla's positive energy and her unexpected and successful approach to dog training have made her a sought-after speaker, a favorite radio guest across the country, and an engaging television personality.  

What to take from the interview today.

Understand power takes many forms.Set your boundaries with love and a smile!Follow-through on EVERY request.Stop yelling and start controlling.

Questions Camilla will be asked.

1. Why a dog training book for WOMEN? Isn't dog training, dog training?

2. What are a women 's biggest challenges with her dog and he biggest mistakes?

3. You had an interesting mentor growing up. Tell us about Piggy the Cow...

4. Even though LIPSTICK AND THE LEASH is about women managing dogs, the underlying message about leadership and personal power is woven throughout the book. Did you plan it that way?

5. Where can people find LIPSTICK AND THE LEASH?

6. Your chapter, "A Woman's Kryptonite - Stay Away From It!" is intriguing. We all know Superman's Krytonite, but what in the world is a "Woman's Kryptonite"?

Camilla Gray-Nelson

www.dogtalkdiva.com

www.dairydell.com