Heart Wisdom Animal Talk Blog
Dedicated to improved health, behavior and wellness for pets and the people who love them.
Animal lovers the world over, including the African Wildlife conservation community, continues to lament the loss of more animal species. Did you know? The Union for Conservation of Nature officially declared the Western Black Rhino extinct after the last was spotted in 2006. A sad day indeed… This once thriving species used to roam sub-Saharan Africa, but it fell victim to poachers and a lack of conservation efforts. This is just one case from African wildlife efforts that demonstrates the need for greater wildlife conservation efforts and funding. via GIPHY Another loss is the Alaotra Grebe, a small water bird from Madagascar. It was declared extinct in 2010 after falling prey to poaching and becoming ensnared in fishing nets. They joined these other fallen African species: Atlas bear Aurocks Bluebuck Bubal hartebeest Cape lion Cape serval Kenya oribi Cape warthog Large sloth lemur Lesser Mascarene flying fox Quagga Red […]
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Vet or Vet Tech? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, animal-related careers like vets and vet technicians are projected to grow at a rate of 16% from 2019 to 2029. This is much faster than the average for all occupations. If you hope to have a career working with animals, either option is likely to be a good one but in our opinion, becoming a vet assistant takes less time than a vet tech. So choose wisely. There are, however, some advantages and disadvantages to both that can help you decide which direction to take. Education If you have aspirations of becoming a vet, this career requires a doctor of veterinary medicine degree from an accredited college. The schooling required is similar to that of a medical student but is focused on animals instead. Some feel it’s even more challenging as there are numerous animal species rather than […]
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Animals are angels, teachers, guides and healers. When we learn how to talk to animals, we discover how to recognize, respect and revere them for who they really are. The profound process is a spiritual journey because learning how to talk to animals helps humans become better people. It’s an extraordinary, life changing experience because animals have a lot to say. For instance, consider this incredibly true story of how I talked to a komodo dragon, and how that changed my life. Every month, my Animal Talk Coaching & Mastery Club students (graduates of the How to Talk to Animals Beginning Core Foundations course as well as Advanced Animal Talk Mastery course), gathers to practice talking with animals so they can improve their intuitive skills and confidence. That sunny day in June, we went on a fieldtrip to the San Antonio Zoo. The students’ assignment was to wander through the […]
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Guest Post: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and do not necessarily represent the views of Val Heart & Heart Communications Enterprises Inc. Does your dog lunge, bark, growl, or strain at the leash when you’re out for a walk? Embarrassing, isn’t it? Dangerous even. A walk with your four-legged companion should be fun. Your outdoor adventures should be a time for bonding and exercise, for both of you. But if your dog is “leash reactive” those daily walks can be a nightmare. It’s very important to know that your dog’s bad manners on leash don’t mean you have a bad dog… In a perfect world, you’d start your new puppy on a consistent training regime using a qualified trainer, and stick with that routine. You would socialize them properly so they know how to handle all situations appropriately and are well […]
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Discover the soul contracts between you and your pets Every animal comes into your life for a reason. Once you identify that reason you’ll discover a more meaningful life filled with joy, determination and a renewed sense of purpose… you’ll even forge new ‘soul contracts’ with the animals you encounter. But how do you find that reason… and how do you proceed once you’ve found it? Let’s talk through the elements of soul contracts. Together we’ll reveal the purpose and roles of these relationships… What are soul contracts? Let’s frame a soul contract using a very human scenario. Imagine an office setting – a collection of two or more people who work for the same company. Every day they gather together, but no one has told them their specific job descriptions or the desired outcome of a day’s work. Muddled and aimless, they spend their days wandering around, hanging out […]
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