On Rauch's first plane trip with Soda traveling home to New York, a layover in Miami led to the flight sitting on the tarmac for two hours. Calming treats are something that helps keeps her dog relaxed on flights. She also withholds Soda's food and limits his water intake up to five ...
When engaging in playtime, the brain chemical, dopamine, is released. Dopamine is related to eager anticipation. Opportunities to experience eager anticipation and exploration are important. Playtime, just as when hunting, provide emotional benefits to the cat. Luckily for us, cats can get all t...
Emotional Support Animalsare companion animals whose presence can help alleviate symptoms of mental illness. Dogs and cats are the most common types of ESAs and require no formal training to be recognized as an assistance animal. However, ESAs don’t have the same federally protected rights as tr...
The colors are soft, and the birds begin to sing. Enjoy a sunrise either alone or with a loved one. Watching the sunset can also be calming and peaceful if you’re not much of a morning person. Pro tip: Feeling artistic? Grab a paintbrush and canvas, and channel your inner Bob ...
It emits pheromones and other scents that pretty much broadcast everything another dog could possibly want to know about them: From age, health, sex, social status to emotional state.…& that wagging tail can send these signals a long, long ways. Maybe even more importantly, dogs also leave...
If your cat is ill or carrying bacteria or viruses harmful to humans, it’s a recipe for disaster. On the other hand, cats who are ill may not be able to handle the stress and excitement of therapy work. No Raw Food Diet Allowed!
I have a sip of water, say good morning to my wife, Michelle, and then walk into the kitchen. I start coffee and feed the cats. One cat eats faster than the other, so I have to monitor them during breakfast. By the time they are done, the coffee is ready, so I pour myself a...
pregnancy symptoms, including reducing stress as well as anxiety. Thanks to this property, it’s usually used during labor. For patients that have ‘birth plans,’ essential oils are commonly a part of their medical treatment. Lavender is popular for being relaxing, focusing and also calming. ...