Easing equine anxiety for better performance
It’s the day of the show, and your horse is on his worst behavior. Could anxiety be the culprit? Let’s take a look at what…
Tag: emotions
Chiropractic care for canine anxiety
We usually think of chiropractic care in terms of relieving pain in our dogs, but it can also have a positive effect on canine anxiety.…
Emotional stress in dogs
A close-up look at emotional stress in dogs — and how our own stress contributes to theirs. None of us is a stranger to stress.…
Q&A: Caring for the emotional needs of a healing horse
This helpful Q&A is designed to help you look beyond the physical needs of your healing horse in order to cater to his emotional wellbeing.…
There are no bad cats: using pheromones to communicate calm
Pheromones are natural chemical signals that animals of the same species use to communicate and interact with one another. Cats and dogs of all shapes…
Emotions: a powerful tool for understanding health and disease in animals
Research reveals that human emotions are powerful energies that impact both health and disease. Our emotions also impact those around us, including our companion animals.…
The connection between equine behavior and emotional health
Don’t ignore these common equine behaviors when you see them! More often than not, they indicate an underlying emotional state that can help you better…
Recognizing and managing equine (and client!) emotional states for a more harmonious diagnostic and treatment experience
When horses feel understood, they are more at ease with handling. And when clients feel they are “heard”, they are more compliant to your recommendations.…
Building good behavior in your patients – strategies for stocking your pharmacy
Most animals are relinquished to shelters due to behavior issues. Help your clients build good behavior in their small animals with these natural solutions. Most…
Understanding your dog’s mind and emotions
How smart is your dog? How many emotions does he have access to? Recent research into canine behavior and cognition is yielding some surprising results.…
Forging a strong partnership with your horse
Understanding how your horse views leadership, acceptance, emotions and relationships will empower you to create that special partnership you desire. A true partnership between horse…
Social well-being for dogs
Companionship and social well-being are as vital to his quality of life as food, water and shelter. My mother is an animal lover. That’s why she…
