The Far Reaching Effects of Pain and Discomfort

Look beneath the surface; let not the several quality of a thing nor its worth escape thee. ― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations Pain is a very common medical issue that can create or exacerbate behavior problems in our animal companions.  We must be aware of this.  Labeling behavior as "acting out" or "misbehaving" is not going to …

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All Creatures Great and Small

Yesterday, December 14, marked one year ago that the tragedy Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown Connecticut occurred.  I'm not bringing this up to focus on the sadness or pain that it brought so many, but I wanted to share something beautiful that came from it. One of the students at that school believed in a …

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In Gratitude

Thanksgiving has come and gone.  This American holiday is the one day of the year that people consciously choose to reflect on what they are grateful for in their lives.  It is a time for reflection.  Our hearts are open to giving thanks for the many blessings we have, the family and friends that we …

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