Feeling grateful (and angry)

I’ve been receiving messages from all over the world.

About the flooding in Valencia, asking whether we’re ok here.

Chances are, it’s been in the news where you live.

It didn’t affect the area I live in but still, it hits way too close to home .. I’ve been feeling so grateful for the peaceful walks in gorgeous nature I have at my doorstep while some 750km further east, people lost their lives or livelyhoods.

And the animals …

Many didn’t make it. Many were found abandoned or stranded in sea of mud.

Help doesn’t reach people fast enough, let alone the animals …

The way it’s all been handled from “above” is infuriating and heartbreaking.

The way people from all over Spain stepped up to help is heartwarming.

And of course, dogs are critical in the rescue initiatives, out there in the mud trying to find victims.

Funny how we count on dogs every time disaster strikes .. I think it’s time we don’t wait for disaster to appreciate them the way the deserve…

Don’t even know what to think or say about it - a weird mix of sad, furious, touched, and most of all grateful.

Such a powerful reminder never to take anything or anyone for granted.

Found at https://www.facebook.com/dogsdisclosed

Soul Touched by Dogs LIVE Masterclass

"Choice Based Education for Reactive Dogs Using ACE Freework" with Joanne Burton

It’s over but the recording is still available

With Joanne being in Australia and me in Spain, we knew it wouldn’t be a convenient time for people in the US. So if you missed it, you can still sign up and watch the recording.

Why dogs are reactive, and the impact that choice has on dogs' behaviour.

You might remember Joanne from a recent podcast episode.

In this session, we explored how ACE freework supports reactive dogs and their caregivers.

Discover

👉 How freework is different from enrichment

👉 How freework can help a dog not be so reactive

👉 What happens (or not :-) if we give our dogs control and choice

👉 What the average dog owner can do to improve their dog's life

About Joanne:

Canine Educator and wellbeing Consultant.

Only authorised ACE freework practitioner in Australia

Specialising in Reactive Dogs

This week’s Pawsome Human: Dr. Marlene Siegel - Vital Wellness: Healing Pets Naturally

I certainly appreciate having access to health care but …

I do feel western doctors are great “mechanics” but not that well trained when it comes to a holistic approach to health.

Growing up, I was prescribed antibiotica so often that my body is now literally immune against penicillin.

So now that I have a say in what goes into my body, I’m not keen on the way too common “let’s prescribe you a pill” approach, focused narrowly on the symptom presented.

I look for natural, holistic ways to help my body recover first.

And I take the same approach when it comes to my dogs.

That’s why I was happy to talk to Dr. Marlene Siegel who unpacks why our dogs struggle with diseases now that were literally unknown just a few decades ago, and what we can do to help our dogs heal in a natural way (or not get sick in the first place).

Grab a cuppa and join an insightful conversation (and yes, please like and subscribe to help the baby YouTube channel grow 🙏)

To find out more and connect with Dr. Marlene:

Website: https://www.drmarlenesiegel.com https://www.evolovestore.com 

Bio: Dr. Marlene Siegel is a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine for over 20 years and has been practicing veterinary medicine for over 40 years. She is a respected author, international lecturer, researcher for integrative veterinary technologies, and a clinical practitioner. She has special expertise in Ozone Therapy, Photodynamic Therapy, and Detoxification. Her veterinary hospital has the widest array of alternative therapies in the world. Dr. Siegel’s focus is on BioRegulatory Medicine—identifying the root cause of disease and establishing safe and effective solutions. As a problem solver, she has developed online courses for pet parents to learn how to integrate a holistic lifestyle and therapies for their fur babies. Additionally, Dr. Siegel offers online courses for veterinarians who want to integrate these services into their mainstream practices. She also developed her own raw food and essential supplements company and is preparing to launch S’Paws Family Wellness Centers, which are detox centers for pets and their human parents.

Free gift: https://courses.transformingvetmedicine.com/free-ebook-1143 

Social media links:https://www.facebook.com/DrMarleneSiegelHolisticVet https://www.instagram.com/drmarlenesiegel/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarlenesiegel/

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Check out the Shop

How about a mug with a picture of YOUR dog, for your morning coffee or as a gift, using the proceeds to sponsor dogs in need and help the people who help dogs?

If you’d like one, hit reply and let me know.

Send me a good-quality photo of your dog and I’ll create the design and send you a link where you can purchase it.

They get made to order so it takes 10-12 days to arrive. €15 + shipping.

(Shipping depends on where you are of course but will be somewhere around €5-12. I’ll check for you before I go and create the design, so there won’t be any surprises)

Get your Soul Touched by Dogs t-shirt

The moment I had the idea for the mugs, I knew I also wanted t-shirts 😝 and I’m super happy with mine 🐾🐾😊😊

If you want, you can get yours here https://mavericks.tpopsite.com/product/t-shirt-woman-soul-touched-by-dogs-dark-blue (they come in a few different colours)

If it doesn’t come in your size, let me know. I do work with another supplier so we can find an option that works for you.

Just like with the mugs, the proceeds will be donated to help dogs in need.

And as always ..

If you know another Soul Touched by Dogs, please send them to https://soultouchedbydogs.com 🙏🙏🐾🐾

Until next week,

Anke