I Am Your Dog

Author Unknown

I am your dog, and I have a little something I'd like to whisper in your ear. I know that you humans lead busy lives. Some have to work, some have children to raise. It always seems like you are running here and there, often much too fast, often never noticing the truly grand things in life.

Look down at me now, while you sit there at your computer. See the way my dark brown eyes look at yours? They are slightly cloudy now. That comes with age. The gray hairs are beginning to ring my soft muzzle. You smile at me; I see love in your eyes. What do you see in mine? Do you see a spirit? A soul inside, who loves you as no other could in the world? A spirit that would forgive all trespasses of prior wrong doing for just a simple moment of your time? That is all I ask. To slow down, if even for a few minutes to be with me.

So many times you have been saddened by the words you read on that screen, of other of my kind, passing. Sometimes we die young and oh so quickly, sometimes so suddenly it wrenches your heart out of your throat. Sometimes, we age so slowly before your eyes that you may not even seem to know until the very end, when we look at you with grizzled muzzles and cataract clouded eyes. Still the love is always there, even when we must take that long sleep, to run free in a distant land. I may not be here tomorrow; I may not be here next week.  Someday you will shed the water from your eyes, that humans have when deep grief fills their souls, and you will be angry at yourself that you did not have just 'One more day' with me.

Because I love you so, your sorrow touches my spirit and grieves me. We have NOW, together. So come, sit down here next to me on the floor, and look deep into my eyes. What do you see? If you look hard and deep enough we will talk, you and I, heart to heart.  Come to me not as 'alpha' or as 'trainer' or even 'Mom or Dad,' come to me as a living soul and stroke my fur and let us look deep into one another's eyes, and talk. I may tell you something about the fun of chasing a tennis ball, or I may tell you something profound about myself, or even life in general.

You decided to have me in your life because you wanted a soul to share such things with, someone very different from you.  And, here I am. I am a dog, but I am alive.  I feel emotion, I feel physical senses, and I can revel in the differences of our spirits and souls. I do not think of you as a 'Dog on two feet' -- I know what you are. You are human, in all your quirkiness, and I love you still.

Now, come sit with me, on the floor. Enter my world, and let time slow down if only for 15 minutes.  Look deep into my eyes, and whisper to my ears. Speak with your heart, with your joy and I will know your true self. We may not have tomorrow, and life is oh so very short.

Love,
Your Dog

Detoxification letting nature take it's course

1. Optimize the diet The food your companion eats should be highly digestible and free of preservatives, cheap fillers, artificial flavorings, sugar, and excess salt. These ingredients contribute to the burden of an already over-worked detoxification system. Digestive enzymes and probiotic supplements should be added to the food to help with digestion and waste elimination. Green foods, such as spirulina, wheatgrass, or barley grass may also be beneficial, as they are rich in antioxidants and help feed the digestive flora necessary for the breakdown of waste in the intestine. In some cases, fasting may be indicated to help expedite waste elimination. Talk with your holistic veterinarian to find out what type of fasting may be appropriate for your companion. 2. Provide plenty of clean water Water is essential in the process of detoxification. Encourage your companion to drink copious amounts of clean, filtered water. Avoid water that contains chlorine, fluoride, chemical residues, harmful bacteria or parasites (avoid ditch or stream water, for example). Depending on circumstances, it may be wise to provide distilled water for a few days. Because distilled water is virtually void of the minerals naturally found in most water, it tends to pull chemicals and minerals, including some metals, away from the body before it exits in the form of urine. This can be very beneficial in cases where metal toxicity or chemical poisoning is suspected. Keep in mind, though, that long term consumption of distilled water may deplete your companion’s body of the minerals it needs. 3. Detoxify with herbs A variety of herbs may be useful in supporting the detoxification process. Herbs that strengthen liver function, such as dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), nettle leaf (Urtica spp.), yellow dock root (Rumex crispus), Oregon grape root (Mahonia aquifolium), or turmeric (Curcuma longa) can help improve digestion and the body’s ability to remove toxins from the blood. Lymphatic herbs, such as red clove r (Trifolium pratense), cleavers (Gallium aparine), or red root (Ceanothus velutinous) may help support the lymph system in its activities of washing tissues of toxins. To help with the removal of intestinal mucus and the toxins it collects, ground flax seed, or perhaps a mild dose of senna or another herbal laxative is in order. Many other herbs can be used to support yo ur companion’s detoxification. To find out which are best for your animal’s needs, consult a veterinary practitioner who is versed in the use of herbal medicines. Most importantly, remember that detoxification is, and should remain, a perfectly natural part of the healing process. Although the circumstances that trigger detoxification may warrant the attention of your veterinarian, the means by which your companion’s body eliminates toxins should be supported, not suppressed. From: Animal Wellness Magazine

Rules of Safe and Effective Herb Use

1. Try to think of the "bigger health picture" when making decisions about using herbs for your companion animal. Herbs are generally poor substitutes for conventional drugs. They are best used as part of a holistic healing effort, where all aspects of an animal's health, not just symptoms, are considered. 2. Use herbs carefully and with common sense. Although herbs tend to be gentler and safer than conventional drugs, some are very strong medicine and can cause harm to your animal if misused. 3. More is not necessarily better. Be conservative with the amount of the herb remedy you use, especially if used internally. No two animals are alike, and some will require a larger dose than others, but always start small. The desired effects of many herbs can often be reached in dogs or cats with very small doses, and remember that even some of the nutritional "food-herbs" can cause health problems if fed excessively. You can add a pinch of garlic, for example, once daily to your dog's food to help prevent worms and lend antioxidant qualities to your animal's diet, but using too much on a continuing basis can lead to digestive upsets or even serious blood disorders. 4. Avoid using a specific herbal product until you know something about the herbs that are in it, and learn whether they can be used safely with your particular animal. Remember, just because the herb works well for your neighbor's cat, doesn’t mean it’s appropriate for yours, especially if your feline has a preexisting health problem. For instance, although safe and effective for improving digestion and blood circulation in most dogs, ginger root might aggravate preexisting inflammation in the digestive tract if used improperly. 5. Buy your products from well-established, reputable manufacturers who are familiar with the special requirements and limitations of your companion animal. Although many of the herbal remedies formulated for humans can be safely applied to dogs and cats, the manufacturers of human products probably know very little about how herbs should be used in animals. It will be entirely up to you and your veterinarian to determine which human herb products may be appropriate for your dog or cat, and the correct amount to use. It is much better to use products formulated and labeled specifically for the type of animal you are treating. 6. Always test for allergic reactions before using any herb for the first time. In my experiences, herb allergies are rare, but it's best to be safe. Place a small dab of the herb product onto your animal's skin. If redness or swelling occurs, your pet may be allergic to it. If your companion passes this simple test (i.e. no redness or swelling), proceed with a very small, fractional dose of the product when you apply it the first time. Watch for watery eyes, sneezing, scratching, rashes, stomach upset or anything else out of the ordinary. With that said, don't be too alarmed if your cat foams at the mouth when given a bitter herb. This is fairly common and seldom points toward an adverse effect. I see this all the time when goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is used to treat gum infections in felines. Goldenseal is very safe in small amounts -- I use or recommend it all the time -- but I can always expect the cat to foam up. Don't you just love cats?

Aromatherapy for your Pets

Please note: All the treatments described below for cats may be safely used on dogs, but not vice versa.

Wounds

Dogs
Apply 1 drop of tea tree oil, neat,
directly onto the wound with a cotton ball. Make sure area is cleaned thoroughly. Repeat morning and night (Your dog may not appreciate the scent, so be gentle!)

Cats
Apply lavender or Roman chamomile hydrosol directly to wound with a cotton ball.

Burns

Dogs
10 drops lavender oil
1 ounce aloe vera gel
Smear a little on the burn to cool and heal the skin. Repeat a few times a day until skin heals. Lavender also prevents scarring and calms the animal.

Cats
Apply lavender hydrosol with a cotton ball a few times a day until skin is healed.

Fleas and Ticks

Dogs
20 drops citronella EO
10 drops lemongrass EO
10 drops rose geranium EO
10 drops myrrh EO
8 ounces aloe vera juice
Spritz this blend on your dog’s coat each day. Fleas and mosquitoes hate it, and it’s much safer for your dog than commercial remedies. Spray around doorways and on bedding to repel pests. Bathe your dog weekly, adding 3 drops of rose geranium oil to the bathwater. For an emergency flea attack, a drop of tea tree EO on your fingertip will kill a flea on contact without harming your dog. (Please don’t try this on cats.)

Ear Mites

Dogs and Cats
10 drops tea tree oil
1 ounce distilled water
Dampen a cotton ball in the blend and swipe over mites. Repeat if needed after 24 hours. Be careful not to drip the liquid into the animal’s ear.

Skin Conditions

Dogs
10 drops rosemary EO
5 drops peppermint EO
1 ounce aloe vera gel
Apply to irritated areas. It’s great for eczema and itchy skin caused by insect bites, dry skin and parasites.

Cats
Lavender or rose hydrosol is great for itchy, irritated skin.

Motion Sickness

Dogs
10 drops peppermint EO
1 ounce distilled water
Blend in a spray bottle. Shake well and lightly mist the dog’s belly and tongue (carefully avoiding the eyes). Repeat every few hours as needed. You may also mist the dog’s kennel liner before the trip.

Cats
Mist peppermint hydrosol on kennel liner before trip. Avoid spraying directly on cat.

I have had some questions about some of the meaning of the terms used here I am posting, them below. EO- Essential Oils Hydrosols, a by-product of the distillation process, contain gentler, water-soluble molecules of the plant, and can be safely used on felines. They are easier to use than essential oils because they are much less concentrated and require no further dilution Neat- Using undiluted Oils on the skin

Where Have we been

We went on vacation at the beginning of September to the mountains of NC. Then it was another week to get everything together here. Wednesday we will have a new blog post again. Sorry that it has taken so long. We do have a seminar coming up on 9/30/09 check it out and also come back Wednesday for our new blog post.

Our Seminar Series has been a great success

So far our Seminar Series has been a great success. We have been happy about the way it has turned out. We have enjoyed the the two we have had so far and we have several more coming in the next few months. We thought we would highlight those below so that you can you prepare. If you want to attend but can't pay right now, email us and we can hold a spot for you and you can pay right before the seminar starts.
We are going to take a break with the seminar during the holiday season, so we will not have any for Novemeber or December but will start right back up in January. So in the next few months look for more information on them. If you miss a seminar but wanted to attend you can purchase a copy of the seminar from our site.

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