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Spirit Paws Newsletter
Sept/Oct 2007
My Two Cents
 In watching the recent events unfold in the case against Michael Vick I was struck with two things. First was how once again something bad needed to happen to help bring this horrific "sport" into the limelight. Just as with the pet food scandal, animals once again show us that we humans are still not where we need to be as caretakers. As far as we have come recognizing animals for their contributions to our lives it is once again time to consider stepping up to the plate one more time for them. A friend of mine owns a pit bull that was rescued
from a dog fighting situation. I connected with the dog during the time all
the hoopla was going on and asked him how he felt about the situation.
He said that it is their love for us that they do what
we ask and fight. He said he didn't like to fight but did not want to let his person down. He also mentioned he was in only two fights and he was able to escape. He wasn't a fighting dog; he said he was a lover. I can tell you he still has the physical scars to prove he fought and yet still has the ability to smile and forgive. He said his breed was chosen to bring this 'blood sport" to the spotlight so that it may end. We have to ask ourselves, "Have we really come out of the barbaric dark ages as humans"? Unfortunately, there was very little remorse in his
statement to
the press. Actions speak louder than words. We can only hope that Michael Vick, his buddies and all the people connected to dog fighting are brought to justice. One thing you can do that is quick and painless, go to the Humane Society of the United States and see what emails you can send about this and other issues relating to animals. Your voice does count! We have to ability and responsibility to continue to change how people view animals. Personally I would love to see Michael Vick working to help stop the "sport" that promotes violence by educating himself and then others on what effect this has on the creatures being used and even the community we live in. That wish may not come true but it is up to us to continue to shed light and be the voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. Horse
Sense 101
I had an opportunity last week end to attend a
fun horse 101 class. I have been communicating and providing horses with
energy work for over two years now. I thought it was time to refresh myself
on horse handling and see if I could pick up any tips. Besides what better
way to spend an afternoon then with a horse! This was the day it broke a
record in Maryland and was the hottest day of the year.
Mary Brandenburg, M. Ac. who taught the class
is a licensed human
and animal acupuncturist. I would highly recommend her if you or your animal is in need of acupuncture. We used Mary's horse Andrew that day and he was such a sport in the hot weather. It was interesting to watch him with each individual as Mary had instructed us with several different ways of getting a horse to work with you. He was different with each one of us. When it was my turn I communicated with him that I was impressed with how patience he was with each of us. He explained he was a very good teacher just like his Mom. "Everybody's different you know". He was honored to be helping! I agreed with him on his teaching techniques. During our time working together he reminded me that it was important that each species must work together to help keep the balance of life in check. Once again I agreed and thanked him for his wisdom.  After everyone was through working with Andrew we walked him back to his stall for a much needed break. While a few of us were standing in the barn watching Mary put Andrew back I heard a voice say, "I am not like the other horses here". I looked around and my eye caught the big beautiful chestnut colored horse. He had the softest eyes and the calmest energy to him. I asked Mary who he was and she said, "Oh, he's a lead horse. He is different from all the other horses here at the farm as no one here really rides him". I smiled and conveyed to Mary that when I stepped inside the barn that was the first thing I heard. She smiled and said he was quite the character. It was nice to get the confirmation on my
messages from each of the
horses. Expect the unexpected when working with animals. Messages come to us all the time. It is just whether we are open to hearing them. Meditation Classes Most people when they begin the exploration of animal communication always ask how is it "really" done, how do you "hear" them? I tell them the single most used tool for animal communication or for living a peaceful life is one of meditation. It is one of the most important aspects that can increase you ability to "hear" them. Intuitively we already hear them. Many of us are more attuned to our animals than our own bodies. Meditation can help to bring you
to a whole new level if done in the proper way. This 4 week meditation class called, "Meditation with the Angelic Realms of Angels" will be held every Tuesday evening at 7 pm starting October 2nd at Baron's K9 Country Store. After this meditation class has concluded we will take a brief break and begin a new 6 week meditation series where you will meet your guides and teachers. You will be introduced to the next level of meditation and it's benefits. Our animal companions are natural mediators. Come learn how
they
do it and the benefits that are derived from proper meditation. |
NAVS
For those of you who are interested. There is a guide book put out there by the National Anti-Vivisection Society. It is called "Personal Care for People Who Care". It is a guide to helping animals by shopping cruelty free. You can get it on Amazon or visit NAVS to pick up your copy today. You will be surprised at a few of the big companies that no longer do animal testing. Great book to have on hand when making a responsible choice in the products we use. Please have your friends sign
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