#46 The Goat Who Didn't Let Me Go

As pet owners, we face various challenges and questions about our furry friends. Some of these questions may include when to take our dogs to the vet for diarrhea, what causes watery poop in horses, and how to deal with the bellies of anxious or sensitive animals. We all have seen the headlines on social media: 
:: Diarrhea can be particularly dangerous for puppies, elderly dogs, and immunocompromised animals. 
:: Diarrhea can result in the loss of electrolytes and dehydration. 
With so many questions and uncertainties, it can be overwhelming to know what to do and when to do it. In this episode, I will guide you through a simple approach to finding answers and solutions to these and other animal-related issues.

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/96-when-should-i-be-concerned-about-diarrhea

Do you deeply care about your animal and their well-being? Do you constantly check the weather, scour for life-saving supplements, research the perfect blanket, or only plan vacations when the right house sitter is available? I understand where you're coming from. Been there, done it. However, there is another side to this story. We must accept that we are not always in control of other beings' journeys, which can help us find peace and understanding. In this episode, we'll delve into this topic further and explore how to learn to let go and trust the natural course of things.

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https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/95-when-we-know-better-we-do-better

How do you facilitate a workplace conflict when the clients are equines? Two herd members, Dutch and Tango, were unhappy about the donkey's presence in their program. They considered him a distraction from their real work. However, Pedro, the donkey, felt he could serve as a greeter, easing people into the program. When I suggested assigning Pedro as a purposeful herd member to greet people and create a bridge into deeper work, neither horse was excited about that option.
Listen in to see how to resolve workplace conflict.

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https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/94-resolving-workplace-conflict

I wondered why I was so tight. I could feel every muscle in my body pulling in one direction or another. When I walked, my Achilles felt tight; when I sat, my hip flexors felt tight; when I turned my head, my neck felt tight. Was this what it meant to get old?
Then I felt Scout's wet nose touching my hand. Scout, our dog, had been lying on the other end of the sofa but had now crept along to engage me in some petting. I reached up to his neck and started to massage it. He licked my arm in response. Then I got sidetracked watching the show, and moments later, Scout nudged me, reminding me that I needed to be more focused. I took a deep breath, grounded myself, became aware of the tension in my body again, and wondered and wandered off in my mind again, thinking I needed to take a muscle relaxer or do some stretches.

I wondered why my body felt so tight. Every muscle was pulling in different directions. Walking made my Achilles feel tight, sitting made my hip flexors tight, and even turning my head made my neck tight. Was this what getting old felt like? Suddenly, I felt something wet on my hand and realized it was Scout's nose. Scout, our dog, had been lying on the other end of the sofa but had now crept over to get some petting. I began to massage his neck, and he responded by licking my arm. However, I soon got distracted and began to watch TV. It wasn't until Scout nudged me that I became aware of my body's tension again. I took a deep breath, I needed to either take a muscle relaxer or do some stretches to alleviate it.

As my mind took off again, Scout nudged me again. This time, I closed my eyes and took three deep breaths. I could feel my mind getting quiet, tuning out the rest of the world. Reaching around Scout's neck to the withers, I suddenly became aware of a word … Vitamins.

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/animals-curb-our-internal-chatter

See the visual I used as the icon for this podcast episode? Take a look at it. You see a woman taking a walk with her animals. While they are all on the same path, seeing the same things, the woman is distracted by her thoughts instead of being in the moment, experiencing nature and the company of the animals. The woman is physically there but not present. 

It is an excellent reminder that you might be standing, sitting, or walking next to your animal in physical proximity; a leash or lead rope might physically connect you, yet you might not be present and in the moment at all.  

There is no question that it is hard for humans to stay present for long periods. That's just not how we are designed. Our mind takes up most of our time, but being present and tuned in to our senses and body makes life much richer. The cool part about animals is how often your animal helps you and invites you to be present. Tune in to explore how animals pull us into the now.

Show notes available with all links mentioned here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/92-mind-full-vs-mindful

My pendulum is an extension of me. It is my direct line to the Universal knowledge available to me. By using my pendulum, I can get quick yes and no answers from an animal. 
Do you want a pet sitter? Yes? No?
Stay at the kennel? Yes? No? 
Are you anxious because of the new puppy? Yes? No?
Do you want a flower essence to help your anxiety? Yes? No?
See what I mean? 
Just for all those reasons it is worth learning how to dowse. 
But let’s not forget that you can also learn how to communicate with your animals to solve problems and challenges when you use the pendulum. 
Check out my new 1:1 mini intensive: “Your Pendulum Your Path To Animal Communication.”
You’ll get my personal attention. Can ask a million questions. And will communicate with your animals in a mindful and meaningful way.

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/91-your-pendulum-your-path-to-animal-communication

Five days after the dog’s passing, we had a phone call. During the call, the dog helped us understand death and dying in new ways. As we talked about The Tibetan Terrier’s transition out of his body back to full consciousness, we wondered how much it had mattered to him that his people were present during the transition. I will share his answer from my notes during that call. I wrote it down verbatim. “This transition one does on one's own. But it is comforting to know the presence of those who carry pure love for one are present.”
Next, I asked the dog, “So, did you transition from life to pure consciousness?”
Before I could even get the full sentence out as a thought, the dog interrupted and corrected me. “We are always life. We are just no longer a-live.”
Join me for episode #90 to understand more about death, dying, and your one and precious life. 

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/99-a-tibetan-dog-on-death-dying

I don't know about you, but every time one of my animals has to go to the vet. I want to make sure that the experience is a good one. And so, over the years, I have tried to help my animals by preparing them for vet visits, and as you can imagine, I do it by telling them what's about to come now. A recent story sent to me by one of my clients made me realize it is essential to prepare not just our animals but also the veterinarian and the vet techs to ensure the experience is pleasant and beneficial.
Let's get into it in episode #89

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/89-help-your-vet-help-your-animal

A year ago today, my life changed.
It was the morning after Christmas. Cup of coffee in hand, I looked out the window and saw our three horses standing by a big round bale in the field. I exhaled because that is what I do when I see everyone standing and content. 
Something seemed weird, though. My light grey mare Shana had one of her hindlegs cocked, meaning she took all the weight off that leg, and from the knee down her leg was muddy brown. Had she stepped into mud, my brain wondered? It was 20 degrees Fahrenheit. The ground was frozen. There were no mud puddles. 
I threw on a jacket and stepped into my boots. I had to take a closer look. 
Join me as I learn about the friends we make along the way.
Dedicated to my friend along the way. XO

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/88-friends-along-the-way

Your animal can help attract the right people to come into your life. Before we headed into the city, I sat down with Maisie, the Frenchie, and said, “OK, we’re heading out. Please help us meet the right people for our purpose and mission.” 
As we headed up the elevator of the apartment building in Tribeca, I noticed a man on my right leaning against the elevator wall. He wore a great leather jacket. Suede, cut like a denim jacket. I looked at him and said, “Love that jacket.” 
Turns out, the sued-cladded gentleman was the man I was meant to meet. Listen and learn how your animals can manifest for you.

Show notes available here:
https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/87-the-manifestor-by-your-side