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Discover a simple, powerful hands-on technique to help your dog in body and mind while strengthening your bond.  The technique involves a gentle scan of the dog's body, stimulating specific receptors that process sensory information through the emotional part of the brain.

This leads to increased cooperation and bonding between the dog and their person.  The contact has the potential to help your dogg become more resilient to stress and improve communication by enhancing awareness of subtle changes in body language.

This gentle scan can be done with your dog in virtually any position, lying on the side, like a sphynx, sitting or even standing.

The slow, gentle movements encourage a deep connection and understanding of the dog's physical and emotional states.

Approaching the practice with fresh eyes and a beginner's mind can help develop a closer relationship with the dog and potentially identify health issues early on.

More information on how to do a body scan can be found in my book, "Grow Young with Your Dog."

Key Takeaways
- Mary Debono shares a hands-on technique for dogs' physical and emotional well-being
- The technique involves a gentle body scan to stimulate specific receptors
- Touch releases neurochemicals for bonding, cooperation, stress resilience, and communication
- Can be done anytime, dog lying down or sitting, focusing on small details
- Described greater detail in Mary Debono's book "Grow Young with Your Dog"
- Creates a deep connection and heartwarming experience for dog and owner

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Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d21

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All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured. 

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Feeling stressed on walks because your dog reacts to things like bikes, skateboards or other dogs? You're not alone!  Discover how your anxiety can affect your dog's behavior. Learn how to stay calm and make walks enjoyable for both of you!


Key takeaways include:

Understand the Stress Cycle: Recognize how your anxiety can worsen your dog's reactivity. It's a vicious cycle - your stress fuels your dog's stress, making walks unpleasant for both of you.

Take Control of Your State: Learn techniques to manage your stress. Practice mindful breathing, body awareness exercises, and reframing challenges as training opportunities.

The Power of Positive Reinforcement: Discover how positive reinforcement training can help your dog overcome their fear of triggers.

Planning and Preparation: Set your dog up for success by managing the environment (choosing calmer walking routes) and creating a training plan with a positive reinforcement professional.

Imagine Success:  Mentally rehearse your walks. Using all your senses to create a rich sensory experience, imagine how you'll handle challenges as they come up on your walks. This mental preparation can boost your confidence and calmness.

Compassion & Gratitude: Approach walks with a sense of compassion for both yourself and your dog. Embrace the journey of learning together and appreciate each moment.

By understanding the impact of your anxiety and implementing these tips, you can create a more enjoyable and stress-free walking experience for you and your beloved canine.

Resources:

Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d20

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- In this episode, learn tips on making dogs comfortable with paw handling

- With your dog relaxed, begin by incidentally touching a paw with something like your leg or something else that’s not your hand

- Use items like coasters or scarves as a barrier between your hand and the dog's foot

-  With your dog lying on the side, start with the feet that are closest to the floor. In other words, the paws on the side that the dog is lying on. Dogs often are more comfortable about these paws being touched

- Positive reinforcement training can create positive associations with paw handling

- Stay patient, relaxed, and creative to ensure you keep this an enjoyable, stress-free process for your dog - and you!

Resources:

Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d19

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All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured. 

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Kristi Noem, the governor of South Dakota, admitted (bragged?) in her book to shooting her young dog Cricket, a 14-month-old wire-haired pointer pup, in the face and killing her. She also wrote that she killed her unnamed, uncastrated goat the same day, in the same gravel pit. 

While I can’t imagine anyone listening to this podcast would ever do such a thing, is there something we all can learn from this cruel and violent act?

Are there questions we can ask ourselves about how we’re thinking about our own dogs?

Are there areas where WE can do better by our dogs?

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Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d18

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All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured. 

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Learn strategies for working with touch-averse dogs through heartwarming stories of transformation.

From an Akita's orthopedic challenges to a senior dog's mobility struggles, discover non-confrontational approaches, trust-building techniques, and the importance of reading canine body language.

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Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d17

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Stressing is often a habit. A bad one! Training the brain to focus on what's going well can break the habit of constantly finding what's wrong.

Your brain can be trained to focus on the positive, leading to more positive experiences in life.

This mindset shift can create a richer, more rewarding relationship with your dog.

Key Takeaways

- Overly stressing about issues with one's dog can be harmful.

- Body awareness and focusing on sensations can help regulate the nervous system and promote calmness.

- Training the brain to focus on what feels good and what is going well can break the habit of constantly finding what's wrong.

- Positive reinforcement benefits both oneself and the dog, strengthening neural connections and improving the relationship.

- The reticular activating system can be trained to focus on the positive, leading to more positive experiences in life.

- Following veterinary advice is important for the dog's well-being.

Resources:

Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d16

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Key Takeaways from this episode:

- There's often a correlation between physical issues in dogs and their human owners

- Addressing both the human and the dog is important for resolving issues

- Humans' movement, breathing, and thinking can affect dogs

- Mirror neurons may play a role in sharing maladies between humans and animals

- Emphasis on the interconnectedness of humans and dogs and the importance of self-care

- Resources and techniques offered to improve movement and well-being for both humans and dogs

- Humans can transmit ease and new possibilities to dogs, regardless of physical issues

- Encouragement to take responsibility for well-being and recognize the influence we have on our dogs

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Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d15

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All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured. 

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In this short episode, you'll be introduced to the inner healer. You have one and so does your dog. You'll learn about the role of the nervous system and the importance of collaboration between dogs and their guardians in facilitating improvements in mobility and well-being.

You'll hear how gentle hands-on work and movement lessons can remind your dog's nervous system of what is possible.

And since your well-being impacts your dog's well-being, I encourage you to invite your inner wisdom to play a bigger role in your life - and that of your dog's life.

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Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d14

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The book mentioned in this episode is The Pet Healer Project: Stories of the Healing Bond Between Humans and Animals, by Sandy Johnson.

Did you hear? I'll be opening enrollment in my new online group coaching program so you can learn how to help your dog feel better in body and mind. Stay tuned for more details. Or email [email protected] to let me know that you're interested.   

All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured. 

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In addition to deepening your bond, Connected Breathing may help anxious or reactive dogs recognize a state of calmness and safety. And help them return to this state more easily. It can do the same for you too!

In this episode:

• Hear how Connected Breathing can improve the well-being of humans and animals.
• Mary shares stories of pets who regained energy and joy through Connected Breathing.
• Connected Breathing can reset the nervous system and help your dog experience life differently. 
• Being in a state of gratitude enhances the benefits.
• Connected Breathing has helped dogs recover from injuries, surgery and even find peace during end-of-life.
• It is a time-saving practice that can be done with multiple pets in a household.
• Connected Breathing may help anxious or reactive dogs recognize a state of calmness and safety. And help them return to this state more easily.

Resources:

Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d13

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Two stories mentioned in this episode:
1. Cat named PJ 

2. A Terrier's Recovery From Hip Surgery

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Have a dog who cowers around strangers? Or who gets nervous on car rides or on walks? Do you feel your dog is often nervous, anxious or fearful?  

In this episode, you'll learn about:

• Ways to help sensitive, fearful, and anxious dogs
• Behavior in dogs comes from a well-meaning place, as their nervous system is focused on safety
• Importance of gently inviting dogs to explore different sensations for relaxation and safety
• Dog owners should regulate their own nervous system to support their dogs
• Practice relaxed behavior in different contexts and gradually introduce challenges for generalization
• Build a trust fund for dogs by creating positive experiences and gradually changing the environment
•  Use gentle contact and movements to quiet the dog's nervous system and deepen the bond
• Patience, creativity, and mindfulness are important when helping dogs with anxiety
•  Seek support and guidance for assistance. Email [email protected].

Resources:

Show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/d12

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Get Mary’s bestselling, award-winning book, “Grow Young with Your Dog,” for a super low price. Demonstration videos are included at no extra cost.

Did you hear? I'll be opening enrollment in my new online group coaching program so you can learn how to help your dog feel better in body and mind. Stay tuned for more details. Or email [email protected] to let me know that you're interested.   

All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured.