Therapy Pets

There’s nothing that relieves stress and makes us laugh like watching a new puppy chasing a ball on wobbly legs. And what fun to play ‘tug of war’ with a favorite toy! Just having your dog in your lap to pet and cuddle brings soothing relaxation.

Maybe there’s more to the phrase “man’s best friend” that we realize.

For years care givers have been inviting pets into nursing homes. Not only does this promote social interaction for the residents as they pet and talk to their furry friend, but they also become less withdrawn and begin talking to the other residents even after their pet’s visit is over. This seems to help break the cycle of loneliness and depression that many of them feel. And stroking a dog or cat can actually reduce a person’s blood pressure! Petting a dog encourages the use of hands and arms and encourages stretching and turning movements, especially if your visiting dog is a bit active. What a wonderful gift a dog can offer, but the dog benefits, too, by receiving loving affection in return.

For those who would like to work with such a program, either with your own dog or with dogs provided by a service, the first rule is that visiting dogs must be social. The whole idea is to facilitate positive interaction between the dog and the people who are visited by them. If the dog doesn’t seem eager to participate, the interaction will be less than ideal, and the rejection felt by the person could be more harmful than no visit at all. They truly need to feel that the dog accepts them and likes them. When selecting a dog for one of these programs, look for one that is calm, friendly and tolerant. The visit shouldn’t be forced on the person or the dog. Successful visits should be pleasurable for both.

Because of the successful results with nursing home residents, this concept has expanded to hospitals, where many studies are now exploring the health benefits of association with companion animals. Pet-facilitated therapy (PFT) is now being used often as a treatment method for patients with physical and emotional problems.

The Red Cross has begun using dogs and other animals following traumatic events to help people feel better and have something to help divert their attention from their suffering. Children especially can benefit from having a puppy to play with. It temporarily takes the place of a pet that may have been left behind until they can be reunited. Playing with volunteer animals gives people a break from their mental and physical stress and makes them more able to cope with what they are going through.

Children love animals of all kinds – particularly dogs. One amazing study is finding that dogs play a big part in helping children who are learning to use prosthetic arms and legs. They can use their new arm to brush and groom a dog, which helps them learn to grasp objects and become more confident with their ability to use their new limb. For those with a new leg, playing ball with a dog helps them to improve their balance and maneuverability. The emotional therapy is priceless, too. The children begin to gain self-confidence again and learn to focus on their abilities rather than their limitations. In return, the dog learns to interact with children and receives some TLC, too.

For autistic and mentally disabled children, health workers and teachers are discovering that playing with dogs motivates them to learn and develop new skills and try new things. They find ways to interact with the world around them that didn’t exist before.

But what if someone is feeling a bit down and depressed, and they aren’t in a situation where a companion dog is part of their therapy. There are lots of options. A visit to the local animal shelter may find them adopting a dog who has that irresistible ‘please take me home with you’ look. What a joy for both the dog and the new owner.

If having a dog isn’t the best solution, the animal shelters and local veterinarians love to have volunteers to walk the dogs and pet them. Maybe a neighbor travels a lot or works long hours. They would love to have someone take their dog for a walk. Visit a local dog park and laugh as the dogs execute their playful antics. Find a doggie frisbee contest to watch the amazing skills of these highly trained dogs. Or just visit a friend who has a dog that’s cute and friendly. The possibilities are endless.

Pet therapy works because dogs and other animals create joy in people’s lives, and they help them to enjoy that life more. Dogs are non-judgmental and willingly provide exercise, play and laughter. So get healthy – play with your dog and pet them often. They truly are “man’s best friend.”

Janet Winter
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The name Poodle is probably derived from the German word pfudel that means puddle. The origin of the Poodle is generally assumed to be France. It probably was actually first seen in Russia and Germany. The standard size in Russia and Germany were used as water retrievers. In France the Poodle is known as the National Dog of France. The standard version of the Poodle originated in the fifteenth century. The Toy variety came 300 years later.

The ancestors of the Poodle were probably the Barbets and other ancient curly-coated breeds.

The Toy Poodle’s original purpose was that of a companion and friend and in France it was sometimes used as a truffle-scenting dog. Its tightly curled coat was developed to capture shedding hair, making the dog a very clean house companion.

The British Poodle club was established in 1886. The Poodles were seen in America soon thereafter. In the American Kennel Club standards for the Poodle there are three varieties listed. The Toy Poodle’s height is stated to be less than 10 inches tall at the shoulder.

The Toy Poodle has emerged as one of the finest companions available. Normal-sized Toy Poodles are robust little dogs that make excellent pets for older children and adults of all ages. The Toy Poodle is probably not recommended for a household with toddlers or as a toddler’s pet.

Personality

The Toy Poodle is said to be “super intelligent,” playful and active. The Toy Poodle is sensitive and bonds quickly to its family and may be reserved toward strangers until properly introduced. The Toy Poodle responds well to handlers and is sociable with other dogs and small household pets. Toy Poodles are often “barkers,” but with appropriate training the barkers can be curtailed. The Toy Poodle is loyal and affectionate. Because of the Toy Poodle’s inherited scenting abilities he succeeds very well at hide-and-seek games and retrieving. One of the best uses of a Toy Poodle is as a therapy dog. They are quite sociable.

Appearance

The Toy Poodle stands less than 10 inches tall and weighs about 8 to 10 pounds. They have a long, straight muzzle and bright, dark eyes. Pigmentation of eyelids, lip margins and nose rubber are either black or dark in color, depending on the coat color. The back is short. The body is muscular and athletic. The legs are straight. Colors are all solids in shades of blue, gray, silver, brown, café au lait, apricot and cream.

Exercise Requirements

The Toy Poodle is capable of providing its own exercise provided it has a backyard to play in. The Toy Poodle needs people contact to balance and enjoy life. They do not do well all alone for long periods of time. They enjoy playing toss the ball, tug of war games and because of the inherited scenting abilities they also enjoy hide-in-seek games.

Grooming

A Toy Poodle’s coat should be trimmed and shaped every five or six weeks by an experienced groomer if you want it to look like a traditional poodle. At home, the Toy Poodle requires brushing and combing every few days to prevent matting and knotting of the coat. Many Toy Poodle owners like keeping their Toy Poodles in a puppy or sporting pattern, which is done by clipping the dog’s coat to the same length all over its body, then shaving the face a little shorter and trimming the topknot, tail and ear hair with the scissors. This is probably most practical for the pet Toy Poodle everyday appearance if you have no interest in dog shows.

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The golden retriever is perhaps the most popular family dog and rightly so as its gentle temperament makes it a great companion for families with children. originating from Britain this breed is an excellent tracker and has been used as a hunting dog and also to help sniff out narcotics. They are very intelligent and eager to please as well as fast learners which makes them great candidates for guide and therapy dogs.

A member of the American kennel club sporting group, the golden retriever was first registered at the AKC in 1925. By breed standards they should be between 20 and 24 inches in height and weigh between 55 and 80 pounds. If cared for properly, the golden retriever can live for 12 years or more.

The golden retriever has a beautiful golden coat and has a well proportioned and sturdy build. the medium length code is feathered with a dense undercoat and water repellent outer coat. They have a broad head with powerful muscle black nose and brown dark rimmed eyes. They have medium pendant shaped ears in the long tail that is carried straight, not curled. Golden retrievers callers can range from cream to a deep gold.

Well known for their gentle manner and intelligence, the golden retriever is easily trainable and a good dog if you have other pets and children. They are eager to please, loyal and confident but are extremely active and will need to get their exercise. While they are easy to train, they can be quite boisterous and are easily distracted so you want to exhibit patience during the training process. Your golden retriever should be an active member of your family as he can become mischievous if left alone for long periods of time.

This breed can be prone to eye defects as well as hip dysplasia and should also be checked for heart problems and Von Willebrand’s disease. Some can be prone to skin allergies, and you should keep an eye out for this as you’ll need to treated it immediately.

While the golden retriever does need plenty of exercise he can live happily in apartment as long as you are sure to take them for walks and let him play. Of course, they love to retrieve so having him retrieve balls or sticks or even a frisbee is ideal. They can put on weight easily so you want to be sure to watch what you feed them and make sure they do get enough exercise as being overweight can be unhealthy for any dog.

When grooming your golden retriever mixture to pay attention to the dense undercoat and brush in good with a firm bristled brush. Only bathe when absolutely necessary, but if you want to you can dry shampoo them as often as you want. This dog is an average shutter.

Lee Dobbins
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Fear and anxiety are part of life. You may feel anxious before you take a test or walk down a dark street. This kind of anxiety is useful – it can make you more alert or careful. It usually ends soon after you are out of the situation that caused it. But for millions of people in the United States, the anxiety does not go away, and gets worse over time. They may have chest pains or nightmares. They may even be afraid to leave home. These people have anxiety disorders.

Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder. It causes panic attacks, which are sudden feelings of terror for no reason. You may also feel physical symptoms, such as:

* Fast heartbeat
* Chest pain
* Breathing difficulty
* Dizziness

Panic attacks can happen anytime, anywhere and without warning. You may live in fear of another attack and may avoid places where you have had an attack. For some people, fear takes over their lives and they cannot leave their homes.

Panic disorder is more common in women than men. It usually starts when people are young adults. Sometimes it starts when a person is under a lot of stress. Most people get better with treatment. Therapy can show you how to recognize and change your thinking patterns before they lead to panic. Medicines can also help.

Anxiety can be quite detrimental to your appearance, your social life and sometimes your overall health. When it lasts for long periods of time, it becomes a serious issue that should be addressed by a medical professional. Like any other health problem, there are many causes that can lead to severe anxiety.

A major cause of anxiety can be genetics. Biology determines a great deal of how we are, from eye color to nose shape, and right down to the main core of our personality. If one or both of your parents tend to worry about things frequently, then chances are you will have the same reactions to situations. It is possible for this type of trait to skip generations, but more than likely whatever does not trickle down from heredity will catch with you from the nervous environment in which you live.

As alluded to before, your environment can heavily impact the amount of anxiety you may feel. But, even more than that, social pressures in your life can influence your personality, and cause you to be distressed about things you never thought you would worry about. Between work, children, pets, running a household and other such responsibilities, life can sometimes feel overwhelming.

When things are thrown at us all at once, many of us tend to go into survival mode. Feeling intense nervousness and experiencing worrisome behavior can actually be quite normal when we feel trapped under pressure.

Everyone experiences anxiety at one time or another ‘butterflies in the stomach’ before giving a speech or sweaty palms during a job interview are common symptoms. Other symptoms include irritability, uneasiness, jumpiness, feelings of apprehension, rapid or irregular heartbeat, stomachache, nausea, faintness, and breathing problems. Anxiety is often manageable and mild, but sometimes it can present serious problems. A high level or prolonged state of anxiety can make the activities of daily life difficult or impossible.

Since we often can trace the direct cause of our anxious behavior, the next step is to find ways to work through it. There is no point to going through life constantly feeling tense and worried. Over time, it will take its toll on you and you will find yourself feeling worn out and restless. Remember to take a step back, breathe, relax, and get plenty of rest. Everything falls into place. There is no need to worry about every little thing, because every little thing is going to be all right.

Sherry Harris
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Lyme disease (borreliosis) is a bacterial infection – http://pharma21.com/ Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi. Tick.deer Borrelia burgdorferi transmitted by the bite of deer ticks are so small, they are almost impossible to see. Therefore, many people have Lyme disease never seen a tick. These people are more possibilities to develop symptoms of tick is still being used, the body longer. Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States. More than 16,000 cases of Lyme disease per year in the United States. Humans are infected by the tick, 85 percent of the stage, the nymph of time (spring and summer) and 15 percent of the adult stage time (autumn). Infection is often contracted in warm – Weather Forecast months when the ticks are active. Spirochete skin of the site in the tick bite. After incubation of 3-30 days, the bacteria through the skin or move or May to spread to lymph nodes and spread to distant organs through the bloodstream to the skin site. Lyme disease risk factors include high grass walking and other activities to increase exposure to dust mites, pets can carry the tick may be home.

lyme disease is not contagious and can not be transmitted from person to person . Black-legged tick (Ixodes scapularis) is responsible for Lyme disease bacteria to humans. Tick must be attached to the 2-3 days to pass on the infection. This is the life cycle for the tick-B burgdorferi. , Previously infected tick, only a small number of bacteria is present until the tick feeds. Once feeding begins, the growth of bacteria in the gut and then tick. The bacteria and then migrate to salivary glands after 2-3 days tick. , But they are injected into the animal food tick close. Until the multiplication occurs, the tick-borne infection is almost able to walk. Tick is actually a type of mite. Tick size and color changes; blacklegged ticks are very small. Before breast-feeding, adult women are about 3-5 millimeters in length, red and dark brown color; following a blood meal as a woman as a large-scale transmission to human grape.ld to tick Will be sent. The larvae feed on the larvae stage of infection and to ensure the reservoir host, biology, and then shed a life after the next stage (and the nymphs and adults), to find a path more to human infection Animals.

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