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One of our main goals is to provide all of the necessities through fundraising, training/nutrition/safety tips and advice, support, pet sitting, consulting, referrals, socialization, and pet resources, so that pets can be a healthy well-rounded members of the family enjoying all of the comforts of home.

We Believe That Old Dogs CAN learn new tricks, Pets are Family, and deserve respect, gentleness, consistency, and self control, regardless of breed.

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Things are not what they seem, or are they?

One thing that I have learned in life is that there are always two sides of the "story". I may "get into trouble" saying this, but although a situation may look one way to someone, there is always someone else to see things differently, or to bring a new perspective to light.

What we need to remember is to approach people in a non threatening way, seeking to understand, not always presenting what we think about the issue as being the only way. Outright obvious abuse is not what I am talking about here, please let's be clear on that!

I want to believe that those who love animals desire to do the best for them. If we find that their behavior may be hurting their pet, we need to first approach the situation in a way that can help the owner see that they can do something differently, not assume that they are abusing the animal. Find out the reason. Is there something that you can do (we can do) to help this person care for their pet? Do they have health issues that may be preventing them from exercising their dog? Maybe you know someone that would be willing to walk their dog a few times a week.

Let's remember that everyone has feelings, hard times, and deserves to be treated with respect. They also deserve a chance to change. IF they do not respond, seek to find out why, and help out where you can. IF these steps are not enough to bring about change, or the animal is in danger, well obviously we need to take steps to protect them...that is a given!

I am just saying that it is important to give people the benefit of the doubt BEFORE jumping to conclusions, which leads to more problems and pain. Good intentions can sour when our actions and thoughts are misguided, and that doesn't do anyone any good. Getting to the heart of the issue can help all involved bond when we seek to understand rather than regret misunderstanding and hurt each other in the process.

I urge you to be willing to hear a different perspective, be open enough to realize that there are multiple ways to love and protect our furry (or not-so-furry) babies, and you just might make a new friend!

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Life Lessons

"Be cautious as a cat guarding your heart; when trust grows, love and live like a dog, unconditional and in the moment." 

 

This quote came about from thinking about how animals behave, and the important wonderful life lessons that they have taught me throughout my life.

Once trust is established, they love unconditionally, trust completely, live life fully and in the present, exhibit enthusiasm. 

" This is better than catnip!"

They bounce back, heal quickly, learn new things at any age, defy negative circumstances, aim to please, enjoy having a job to do, take time out to play and rest as needed.

They are true to themselves, truthful with others, normally a good judge of character, test the limits, function best with rules, boundaries, and consistency.

They are normally aware of how others are feeling.

They don't necessarily like someone just because that person likes them (or vice versa).

      

They can be either cautious or overly rambunctious with strangers. They show a willingness to accept help, change behavior, forgive, and give us multiple chances for change. 

These are off-the-top-of-my-head brainstorming observations that I have made in my interactions with animals as they relate to humans, their world, and each other.

Animals look to us to lead or they attempt to take charge, which can cause chaos, physical and emotional issues, and bad behavior. If we are paying attention and open to learning how animals communicate, we will see warning signs prior to issues.

I believe there are positive ways to establish control and harmony in our relationships with animals, and that none are beyond hope. 

How about you?