Animal Talk: Nutrition for Pets with Dr. Harvey Cohen on The Real Dr. Doolittle Show

My guest today is Dr. Harvey Cohen. He’s known as Dr. Harvey and is a pioneer in holistic and natural nutrition for animals. He is a physician with a deep love for animals and a profound interest in discovering how to keep them healthy.

Distressed by the increase in cancer, obesity and other degenerative chronic ailments in animals, he has successfully treated these conditions through proper diet and nutrition. Dr Harvey believes that foods for animals should not contain preservatives dyes, coloring agents, fillers and artificial ingredients, so he began creating products for animals that contain only human consumption grade ingredients.

Thousands of Dr. Harvey’s clients have seen the amazing benefits of feeding animals naturally!

He is the founder of Dr. Harvey’s Healthy Formulations, makers of the world’s finest all natural health foods, treats, herbal grooming products and herbal supplements for dogs, cats, birds, and horses. He is an herbalist and nutritional expert for companion animals.

In 2001 Dr. Harvey received the award for “Outstanding Service and Commitment to Advancing and Promoting Avian Medicine and Stewardship” by the Association of Avian Veterinarians.

Today Dr. Harvey answers some very important questions:

* Why did you decide to start your company and how is it different from other companies?

* What is the one most important change a guardian can make for their companion to improve health and longevity?

* Do you recommend supplements for pets?

* Isn’t making homemade food really hard to do?

* What about topical products, like shampoos, sprays, toothpaste and ear washes?

Testimonials, products and videos are available at www.drharveys.com or call toll free 866-362-4123

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Autistic Animals? Val Heart & Temple Grandin’s extraordinary work on The Real Dr. Doolittle Show™

Temple Grandin, communicating with longhorns, autistic animals and we had a quick chat with Milo, the dog, about why he runs into the glass door!

Today we talked about the revolutionary work Dr. Temple Grandin is doing for the humane treatment of cattle. Temple’s unique approach and insights to the world helps her understand animals from their own perspectives, and helps us be better humans.

Autism in people and animals is an increasing problem – there are many causes to be considered and ways to approach healing. I shared the story of a dog who was autistic and what I did to help him recover. I also shared the story of Bonnie and the injured longhorn – amazing!

Any animal lover can learn to communicate with animals, if they want to. It’s critically important to learn how to talk with animals, to speak their language, to see life from their viewpoint.Their health and well-being depends on us, as ours depends on them. All are connected. Enjoy!

Temple has a great Ted Talk you may also want to listen to; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fn_9f5x0f1Q

Ready to learn how to talk to animals yourself? Get your Hidden Secrets to Communicating with Pets free ebook at https://www.LearnHowToTalkToAnimals.com and find out how now!

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Emotional Support Pets: What You Should Know

If you were considering enlisting the service of an animal companion for a medical reason, particularly, a psychological or mental condition, an emotional support animal can help alleviate your symptoms and improve the overall quality of your everyday life.

This is what you should know about emotional support pets:

The definition of an emotional support animal (ESA):

An “emotional support animal” is defined as an animal that provides therapeutic benefits, comfort, and emotional support for an owner with a psychiatric or mental condition – such as PTSD, depression, or anxiety – and aids them to function normally by easing the conditions’ symptoms. They can even be recovery pets for former addicts. One example of a circumstance that makes an emotional support animal’s service valid is if a person diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder needs to remain calm in public areas. The emotional support animal can relax their owner’s nerves by their presence alone when the owner begins to feel anxious or highly-stressed, which lowers the chances of them suffering a sudden panic attack. Lastly, any domestic animal can become an emotional support animal, and are not limited to being only cats or dogs.

An emotional support animal and a service animal perform specific tasks

Upon first impression, it may seem that an emotional support animal and a service animal are the same animal – but in actuality, they are drastically different from one another! As mentioned before, emotional support animals can be any domesticated animal, but service animals are strictly dogs. Furthermore, an emotional support animal’s duties are limited only to providing emotional and psychological support, while a service animal both eases psychological discomfort as well as physically assists their owner with a disability. An example of a person who needs a service animal is someone with a chronic condition like cerebral palsy. Their service animal helps them with tasks that are sometimes difficult to do on their own such as pull out their wheelchair or reach for medication.

Emotional support animals and service animals have different legal rights

The legal rights and laws of service animals are protected under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which enable them to be present with their owners at all times. Emotional support animals can only board an airline with their owner or be an exception for housing accommodations that have a “no pet” policy. Public areas, such as restaurants, do not have to allow emotional support animals into their business.

Evidence that your animal is an emotional support animal must be provided by a medical professional

An emotional support animal must be licensed, and the owner should always have physical proof of one on them at all times. Unlike a service animal, an emotional support animal is not required to wear a vest, but it highly recommended that they do. Regarding a current issue today, the title of “emotional support animal” has been abused on multiple occasions by individuals who simply want to take their pet with them wherever they please. As a result, many complaints have been made in airports against so-called “emotional support animals” who misbehave and cause disturbances on the flight. Emotional support animals are necessary companions for some people, and registering a normal pet as an emotional support animal should always have a medical reason. Otherwise, doing so causes great harm to those with legitimate disabilities.

Emotional support animals are not formally trained

One can register their animal as an emotional support animal under the recommendation and approval of their medical provider. Emotional support animals do not require formal training of any sort, but it is imperative that they be obedient, have a good temperament, possess adequate social skills, and are house-trained. If not, an emotional support animal can become a nuisance or threat to others.

Pets are wonderful creatures, and it’s incredible that they can also be a service animal or emotional support animal. If you have any psychological or mental condition, an emotional support animal will only be of great benefit to you. Aside from being a supportive animal at the end day, they also become a lifelong friend.

Bio: Trevor McDonald is a freelance content writer who has a passion for writing and is currently writing for Sober Nation. He’s written a variety of education, travel, health, and lifestyle articles for many different companies. In his free time, you can find him running with his dog, playing his guitar or outside enjoying about any type of fitness activity imaginable.

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Ready to learn how to talk to animals? Get your Hidden Secrets to Communicating with Pets free ebook at https://www.LearnHowToTalkToAnimals.comand find out how now!

 

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Angel Animals with Allen Anderson on The Real Dr. Doolittle Show

I truly found a kindred spirit in Allen and Linda. They believe, as I do, that we should always view our animal companions with respect and appreciation. Because when you look into the eyes of an animal, what you will discover is a spiritual SOUL that is experiencing this lifetime as your dog, or cat, or horse.  For those of us who have witnessed and been forever blessed by an animal’s love, this is for you! Enjoy. 

In 1996, Allen Anderson and Linda Anderson founded the Angel Animals Network in Minneapolis. Their fourteen books about the spiritual qualities of animals have been featured on Oprah.com, the Today Show, ABC’s Nightly News, BBC Radio, Washington Post, LA Times, Amazon.com’s Hot 100 and B&N’s Top 10.  The Andersons’ 2006 book about animal rescue won the prestigious American Society of Journalists & Authors Outstanding Book Award.  They received commendations from the Governor for their contributions as authors to the state of Minnesota.   Allen and Linda teach writing at the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis and donate a portion of their books’ proceeds to animal welfare.

Today we’re here to talk about their book called A Dog Named Leaf.   Allen shares with us some interesting facts and answers:

Why Allen wrote the book with his wife Linda.

Allen’s diagnoses of a brain aneurysm that could burst anytime and a blood clot aimed at his heart and the miracle of how these two conditions were discovered.

How Allen’s dramatic healing journey synchronizes with the adoption of an emotionally scarred dog who also needed to heal.

What role did animal communication play in the dual healing journey with Leaf and Allen?

How and why Allen and Linda started Angel Animals Network.

You should always view your animal companion with more respect and appreciation and when you look into the eyes of your beloved pet, you will see a SOUL that is experiencing this lifetime as your dog.

A Dog Named Leaf is available at bookstores and online nationwide and in libraries. Read the book with an open mind and heart, and change your life by knowing animals as the spiritual beings they truly are.  Subscribe to their free Angel Animals e-newsletter:  https://angelanimalsnetwork.wordpress.com/

Ready to learn how to talk to animals yourself? Get your Hidden Secrets to Communicating with Pets free ebook at https://www.LearnHowToTalkToAnimals.com and find out how now!

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5 Signs Your Dog Is in Pain

Pet owners often wish their dog could talk and tell them when they are in pain. Like people do sometimes, even if your beloved pet could speak to you, he might try and hide his pain.

Dogs have a natural instinct not to show weakness, so they often literally grit their teeth and try to wait out illness or injury. Communicating with them is a great way to open the channels to true understanding where you can discuss pain, concerns and get their direct feedback.  However, not everyone knows how to communicate with animals, yet.

And that means you have to carefully monitor your pet so you will know when he needs your help.

Movement

While limping is an obvious sign of injury, a slow and hobbling gait may indicate something more than simply a sore paw or a strained muscle is wrong. If your usually mobile pet suddenly doesn’t want to go for a walk or avoids the stairs, she is probably in pain. A trip to the vet is in order to check for injuries or chronic conditions like canine arthritis.

Agitation

Your pet may show pain-related agitation in a number of ways. He may be restless, pacing back and forth continually. Trembling is another indication of agitation and may signal that he is hurting.

If your pet is panting for no obvious reason or has an elevated heart rate, pain may be the cause.

Appetite

While a variety of things can put humans off their food, dogs can eat through most anything. If your pet suddenly rejects her kibble, she is most likely ill. As you know, dogs love their food, so a lack of appetite needs to be taken seriously.

Eyes

Your dog’s eyes are a window into his health. If the eyes are red and irritated or your pet is squinting, he is possibly hurting from illness or injury.

Making Noise

While your pet can’t speak, she can bark, whine, howl and growl. If your dog becomes extra noisy, she may not just be annoyed by the cat. She may be in pain.

Solutions

Your animal’s pain needs to be explained, and unless he has an open wound, you will need help with a diagnosis. Schedule a trip to the vet. The vet will look for signs of disease, such as cancer, gastric upset or muscle injury.

The vet can also determine if your pet has arthritis, a condition common in older dogs. Once your pet has been diagnosed, the vet can prescribe medication to ease his pain.

Often, you will offered a NSAID such as Carprofen to give your dog. Click here to read more on how this anti-inflammatory works to prevent swelling without causing harmful side effects.

Your dog may also be offered opiates in some occasions, although vets are reluctant to use them because of the debilitating side effects.  You should say no to these unless there are no other options.  Your pet can develop a tolerance to them and need more and more to get the pain relief he needs.

Steroids can also be used to control inflammation, but the vet will probably only use them if an NSAID doesn’t work. Some vets will also try antidepressants and nutraceuticals to reduce pain. Steroids are a short term bandaid designed to give your pet time to heal and some relief, but it’s important to get to the bottom of the problem and affect true healing at the core so the problems don’t return.

You know your pet better than anyone, so if you think your dog is suffering, he probably is. Take your pet to the veterinarian for evaluation. Animal medications and treatments have evolved in recent years, so your pet doesn’t have to suffer from untreated pain.

If you are not sure, then take time to listen to them by hiring a professional animal communicator.  When you find out for certain if they are in pain, what makes things better and what makes things worse, then you’ll have a better idea what to do on their behalf.

What’s Next

Is your pet sick?  Suffering from illness, chronic pain or mystery lameness?

Don’t panic. Even if your vet can’t figure out how to help your pet feel better, there’s a lot you can do to turn things around.  Help is on the way.

In working with me, not only will you know how your pet feels, where they hurt, what helps and what makes things worse, you’ll also have a customized plan to help them feel better fast.  You’ll know what to do every day to help them ease the pain.  You’ll both start feeling better with One Heart Healing Programs.

Click here and let’s discover what’s needed to make it all better for both of you

 

Guest post by: Lannie, writer for Allivet.com, Allivet provides affordable pet supplies and pet medications, all of which can be purchased online.

 

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