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  • The Human-Animal Connection 80 Understanding the Root of Allergies in Animals

    The Human-Animal Connection 80 Understanding the Root of Allergies in Animals
    Nov 16 2025
    Dr. Deva Khalsa brings over forty years of veterinary expertise to the table, witnessing a concerning rise in allergies among dogs and cats. Trained in homeopathy, acupuncture, and holistic healing, she integrates the best practices from these disciplines. As a respected global lecturer and author of Natural Dog – Holistic Therapies, Nutrition, and Recipes for Healthier Dogs, (and several other books) Dr. Khalsa delves deep into the root causes of animal allergies, challenging common assumptions. In this enlightening episode, she explores how allergies go beyond mere food sensitivities, delving into DNA disruptions that trigger inflammation and allergic reactions.

    Dr. Khalsa critiques the pharmaceutical approach, emphasizing sustainable healing over continual medication. She reveals surprising insights, such as the degradation of supplements like fish oils when exposed to oxygen, often undermining their efficacy despite glowing online reviews. Animal allergies are a source of immense stress and frustration, often leading to dead ends in treatment. Tune in to discover a fresh perspective on this widespread issue and learn actionable strategies for a more effective healing journey. For more resources from Dr. Deva Khalsa, visit DoctorDeva.com.

    EPISODE NOTES: Understanding the Root of Allergies in Animals

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    34 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 79 How to Have a Happier Life with Dogs and Cats

    The Human-Animal Connection 79 How to Have a Happier Life with Dogs and Cats
    Nov 2 2025
    It is wonderful to share our lives with animals. But sometimes they can get bored, or stressed with having to fit into our human world. How can we address their needs to help them be more themselves? Animal Chaplain Shel Graves, a dog trainer and cat behavior specialist who has worked in rescue for years, explains simple things you can do to give your animals a greater sense of choice, which increases their well-being by reducing boredom. Animals can get frustrated, anxious, and fearful just like us. Helping them by providing small opportunities to do more of their “natural behaviors” can alleviate many behavior issues.

    She explains how you can create novelty in their life with just simple things you can do at home. And as an animal chaplain, she acknowledges that our lives with our animals are always far too short. What we can do is meditate with our animals or have special times where our attention is just on them. This sacred bonding time is something we will never forget, making every minute we have together peaceful and delightful. Shel Graves does consultations online and in person.

    EPISODE NOTES: How to Have a Happier Life with Dogs and Cats

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    33 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 78 The Five Types of Dog Enrichment – and Why They Work

    The Human-Animal Connection 78 The Five Types of Dog Enrichment – and Why They Work
    Oct 17 2025
    Dogs share our lives, and we do our best to take care of their needs. But we may have overlooked some of the needs that individual dogs may have. Is your dog getting the enrichment they need? There are five types of enrichment that may benefit your dog, no matter their age. They are: physical, social, nutritional, occupational, and sensory stimulation. Many overlap, so if you are doing sensory stimulation games, chances are you are also engaging other parts of their brain and emotions. Just like humans, we can get into trouble if we are bored.

    Many undesirable behaviors in dogs may be a result of under stimulation in one or more of these five domains. Understanding your dog’s wants, needs, and temperament can help you both have happier, more connected, and fulfilled lives together. You don’t need to spend a fortune on fancy toys, training classes, or wild experiences. Sol Dog Training Program Manager, Kim Stoll, explains how simple objects around your house can be great enrichment opportunities. And when you engage a dog’s nose in any game, you are helping balance their minds and their energy.

    EPISODE NOTES: The Five Types of Dog Enrichment – and Why They Work

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    30 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 77 Oh, the Guilt! Caring for Very Senior Dogs

    The Human-Animal Connection 77 Oh, the Guilt! Caring for Very Senior Dogs
    Oct 3 2025
    We love the animals who share our lives so much that it can be very painful to watch them go through the degenerative processes of aging. They used to run, jump, and play, and easily jump up to cuddle on the bed. Now, they may be doing none of those things. We wonder if they are in pain or suffering, if they need pain medications or other therapies. And, of course, we wonder if we are doing the right things, or enough things, to improve the quality of their daily lives. The amount of time, energy, and focus required to care for a dog that no longer has normal mobility can be draining and demoralizing at times. They may be unable to maintain their potty-training habits.

    These changes, which may be sudden or gradual, can produce compassion fatigue, and people who have not experienced this level of care for an animal may not understand what we are going through. Mobility is directly related to the quality of life, and in many cases, we humans can help, everything from specific exercises to simple household adaptations. Kate Titus is the founder and director of A Loyal Companion, which offers hydrotherapy, wheelchair fitting for paralyzed dogs, and helps their owners make simple changes to accommodate aging dogs' mobility issues. She is the author of From Emotion to Motion.

    EPISODE NOTES: Oh, the Guilt! Caring for Very Senior Dogs

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    34 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 76 A Shelter Director Speaks

    The Human-Animal Connection 76 A Shelter Director Speaks
    Sep 14 2025
    Can you imagine running an open-admissions city municipal shelter that has over 500 dogs in a facility built for 235 dogs? That is the job that Steve Kozachik has – Director of Animal Services at PACC, Pima Animal Care Center. And did I mention that there are currently 800 dogs in foster care? And there are 600 cats in foster care. That’s a lot to manage! Hear some of Steve’s hopes, dreams, and frustrations with the situation at this – and many national shelters. The system may be broken, but some small changes are making a huge difference in the lives of shelter animals. Little programs like read to the dogs, take a dog overnight for a pajama party, take a dog out for lunch – a burger, an ice-cream, or a hike in the mountains. Hear some hard truths, but also some exciting possible ideas to improve the quality of life for all shelter animals.

    EPISODE NOTES: A Shelter Director Speaks

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    35 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 75 The Forbidden Angle – What Dog’s Know About Confrontation

    The Human-Animal Connection 75 The Forbidden Angle – What Dog’s Know About Confrontation
    Aug 26 2025
    Dogs are communicating all the time – it is just that we don’t always know what they are saying. Dog Trainer Jesse Sternberg, author of Enlightened Dog Training, has some radical ideas about what dogs need from us and how we can get into sync with each other. First, he doesn’t focus on “trying to get dogs to behave a certain way.” He focuses on what emotion the dog is feeling, which is what drives behavior. Understanding how dogs confront and then can instantly calm each other can go a long way toward creating harmony in the household. Jesse talks about how dogs need structure to make the right choices. How can we create a peaceful, calm experience that dogs will respect and model? That is what his soulful method is all about. Dogs want to respect us, and using fear is not the way to gain their respect. We gain their respect by being a calm, peaceful leader who allows them to look to us for a sense of safety and order. If you are ready to explore this exciting, gentle method, you will love this episode. You can reach Jesse Sternberg at PeacefulAlpha.com and get the first chapter of his new book for free.

    EPISODE NOTES: The Forbidden Angle – What Dog’s Know About Confrontation

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    27 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 74 The Three Blocks to Animal Communication with Paloma Baertschi

    The Human-Animal Connection 74 The Three Blocks to Animal Communication with Paloma Baertschi
    Aug 15 2025
    If you aspire to learn Animal Communication or improve your ability to receive clear and accurate messages, you want to listen to this episode. Paloma Baertchi has been teaching Animal Communication for over twenty years, and she has noticed there are certain blocks that keep us from doing our best at receiving messages from animals. In this episode, she explains in clear and simple terms how to overcome these blocks of self-doubt, being in your head, and pressure to get results. She explains that the secret to effective animal communication is to cultivate the heart space where animals live. Paloma offers two simple exercises that will immediately help you to connect more accurately and deeply with the animals in your life. Telling stories about her own journey with communicating with her rabbit named Spot, she inspires you to realize you can do this! It is only natural to communicate with animals.

    EPISODE NOTES: The Three Blocks to Animal Communication with Paloma Baertschi

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    31 min
  • The Human-Animal Connection 73 Why is My Cat Crying?

    The Human-Animal Connection 73 Why is My Cat Crying?
    Aug 1 2025
    Some cats cry incessantly, leaving owners worried and frustrated. As a shelter volunteer, I've witnessed owners surrendering their pets out of desperation. But there's hope! Tapas Fleming, a pioneer in Energy Psychology with over 30 years of experience in Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT), explains that crying in cats can often be resolved. Many are sensitive to negative energy patterns, which can cause distress. In this episode, Tapas shares transformative stories of animals whose lives improved after removing these energy blocks. Plus, she works with my dog, Sophia, tackling her physical and behavioral issues. Witness Sophia's relief after just one session addressing energetic disruptions. Curious if your pet is affected by similar disturbances? Don't miss this enlightening episode.

    EPISODE NOTES: Why is My Cat Crying?

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    24 min