Heart Wisdom Animal Talk Blog
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Wow! Dr. Temple Grandin was in the news recently, she’s won yet another award for her work and insight into animals! Congratulations, Dr. Grandin! You inspire us all. If you don’t know who Temple Grandin is…. Temple Grandin was named to the National Women’s Hall of Fame. She teaches at the Colorado State University and is their professor of animal sciences. She is THE world-renowned autism spokesperson and has been named to the National Women’s Hall of Fame. Grandin is one of only 10 women to receive the prestigious honor. Why is that even more incredible? She is famous for being autistic and having Asperger’s Syndrome. She also co-wrote a movie based on her extraordinary life. Autism in people and animals is an increasing problem – there are many causes to be considered and ways to approach healing. In this episode of the Real Dr. Doolittle Show, Scott and I discussed the revolutionary work Dr. Temple Grandin is […]
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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. If you can’t fit your growing dog into your tub anymore or you just lack the expertise to give them a proper grooming treatment, it’s time to start searching for a groomer for your pup. However, soon you’ll find out that finding the right groomer can be quite complicated. I once had a mobile groomer come to the house to groom my Mini- Schnauzer dog Einstein. They ripped the hair out of his ears leaving bloody wounds in the tender inner ear flaps! He was severely traumatized as was I. He refused to let me touch his head or ears for months afterward, and it took a dedicated desensitizing training approach to help him release the trauma. It also […]
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Guest post courtesy of Jenny Holt. 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. Caring for a Senior Dog When you have a deep connection with your dog, you probably notice that a few things change when they turn around eight or nine years old. At this age, senior dogs can require different care, though what defines “seniority” in dogs can vary according to breed and to each individual dog. In general giant breeds tend to be considered senior earlier, while chihuahuas can stretch this definition by one or two years. Genetics, environment, and nutrition also determine how fast your dog ages. In this post, we highlight a few conditions that can appear at this time of your dog’s life and suggest ways to tackle them. via GIPHY Vision […]
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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. It is always exciting to welcome a new puppy into the home. However, adopting an older dog is a great way for your family to extend a little more caring and compassion toward other animals that are often neglected or ignored. Senior dogs may not be as energetic or playful as their younger counterparts, but they also bring a different kind of joy to the household. An older dog is usually more patient and well-behaved, having had more years of training. They usually understand and communicate with humans better. Also, they have established patterns of behavior and preferences that make caring for them easier. Most importantly, they possess more prominent personal character and have a more varied reaction when […]
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Guest Post from freelance writer Jenny Holt. 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 Communication Enterprises Inc. If you could ask your dog the one thing they wished before you headed out the door to work in the morning, what do you think he/she would answer? Probably your dog would ask for you to never leave at all (or take them with you when you do)! They would wish you could spend a day together out in the Great Outdoors, playing fetch or other games, and enjoying all the benefits that nature has to offer. When your dog is left alone, he can sometimes indulge in behavior that includes chewing furniture, ‘doing his needs’ indoors, and barking loudly, which can lead to complaints from neighbors. In this post, we discuss a few useful strategies for dealing with these behaviors. via GIPHY Discovering […]
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