Sophie Peridot

15/05/2024

Does your pet suffer from mental health issues?

The pain and suffering from the epidemic proportions of mental health issues in the world today is overwhelming. I just came back from a powerful and wonderful event in Los Angeles called Hollywood + Mind, created and produced by Cathy Applefeld Olson and held at United Talent Agency. It drew producers, directors, actors and those in the mental health field associated with Hollywood, with the purpose of educating and inspiring those bringing projects to the big and small screen to portray mental health issues in a more realistic light. And, to get involved in whatever ways they can to support solutions for the rampant mental health challenges us humans face globally today. The panels were powerful; the attendees smart, savvy and doing good, with more solutions in play than I'd heard about before. Good news.

One panel featured a psychologist with a therapy dog on her lap. We don't have to look far to find proof of how much pets help us with our mental health. But, what about the mental health of our animals?

Science has proven they feel the emotions like we do. And statistics tell us 75% of dogs in the U.S. suffer some form of anxiety. What about them?

More pets suffer the pain of mental health issues than we might realize. And, what they suffer from closely resembles the mental health conditions we humans suffer from, too. Obsessive Compulsive Anxiety Disorders. PTSD.

What are the signs? What can we do to help these beautiful, sentient beings in our care who can't talk, but do demonstrate what they are feeling if we know the signs and signals and observe.

This is a good article on mental health and pets which, no matter what month of the year, is a good idea to pay attention to in order to have a truly healthy animal. Mind, body, soul - holistic care and healing is what true health looks like.

https://bettervet.com/resources/pet-health-care/looking-out-for-your-pets-mental-health

30/04/2024

He spoke for the first time in days, after this visit.

I remember when my sweet Sophie was a pup, about a year old or so, when we took the Delta Society therapy dog course and became a therapy team. We spent a year at an adult recreation center for people with mental health or nervous system disorders. We spent another year at a school for kids with cognitive and degenerative illnesses that kept them in wheelchairs and challenged by the everyday things we take for granted. It was a humbling experience to see how these people interacted with life; the adults often childlike; the kids struggling to be kids.

What was clear was that their lives were made better from seeing Sophie, getting to pet her and interact with her and her gentle spirit. What they didn't know was how much they did for us.

Today, Delta is called Pet Partners and the holiday they created to recognize the powerful work therapy animals do is being celebrated right now - National Pet Therapy Day.

I did an interview with Pet Partners' Chief Mission Officer, Mary Margaret Callahan on my podcast, The Pet Health Coach, and it's up now:

https://www.petliferadio.com/thepethealthcoachep25.html

And, the man who spoke for the first time? He had recently arrived at a facility, was struggling with dementia and trying to make sense of where he was. His therapy animal visit struck a chord in him, opened him up and was his bridge to engage in the world. How beautiful and amazing is that?

We know this...the power of the love we feel and joy we experience through animals.

Mary Margaret tells wonderful stories like this on the podcast.

Today, we honor those therapy animals and their handlers who give so much and touch so many lives for the better. And I can honor my sweet girl who was the best therapy team partner a girl could have!

Happy National Pet Therapy Day!

02/04/2024

Hi pet loving friends! I just moved houses yesterday and am up to my you know what in boxes, digging out. LOL! However, I did come across this post from my friend and knowledgeable/amazing human, Susan Thixton on her Truth About Pet Food site about pet feeding trials, what we read on the labels of pet food; how accurate that is and what we need to know as conscious pet parents. Wanted to share. Please reach out with any questions which Susan or I can answer.

https://truthaboutpetfood.com/usda-finds-malnourished-diseased-dogs-in-pet-food-feeding-trial-facility/

What is your POV on what you read on the label of pet food? Do you believe what they've written? What's your trust level? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Thanks and have a beautiful day!

This facility makes you think twice about pet food feeding trials.

18/02/2024

It's happening...

Maybe you think you don't have time for it or it's just more stuff that won't help. But, if you have a dog with anxiety that is affecting both of your lives every day, don't sleep on this. Starting tomorrow is an opportunity for you to cherry pick knowledge and learn tools from experts in this field.

From the unique training techniques of my friend Billie Groom to the sacred connection between us and our pets from my friend, holistic veterinarian Jeff Feinman of Holistic Actions, to how we think and use energy as medicine to heal anxiety in our pets from my own talk, there are wonderful tools that work at your disposal...for free! Take advantage of them, the support and knowledge transfer of 15 experts in the healing anxiety space.

Thank you to my friend Anke Herrmann of Soul Touched by Dogs, for creating this beautiful Panic To Peace Summit!

Register to attend free here: https://soultouchedbydogs.com/panic-to-peace?ref=jteiche

Stick around, too, because this Friday, February 23 from 11 - 12noon est will be a live Q&A opportunity to ask us anything. Link on that to follow this week.

To their best health ever!

For virtual conference for dogs lovers hosted by Anke Herrmann

11/02/2024

Shaking, scratching, whining, whimpering. And, destroying.

Anxiety. This is what it can do. If your dog suffers with it, as 75% of all dogs in the U.S. do (yes that is a real statistic!), your best friends are the tools you learn to manage, calm, even solve their anxiety problems. Because when you learn these tools, they're happier and so are you.

Join me from February 19 - 25 for my friend, Anke Herrmann's From Panic To Peace Summit, focusing on anxiety in rescue dogs. If your dog isn't a rescue and suffers with anxiety, these tools apply to you, too!

Link to join free: https://soultouchedbydogs.com/panic-to-peace?ref=jteiche

I'm honored to be included as an expert speaker. My topic is Unleashing the Power of Energy Medicine to Heal Anxiety In Our Pets. There are 15 experts in all speaking, like my friend Billie Groom, who created the unique and effective method of training called Canine Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Definitely seek her out and take the time to check out her talk, too! Our individual work is intrinsically compatible.

There is hope for your anxious pup to live a calmer, happier life. Imagine what it would feel like to go out without trepidation, to bring them out without fear.

Link to join free! https://soultouchedbydogs.com/panic-to-peace?ref=jteiche

The dogs in this photo are the goal. Vibrantly healthy, comfortable in their own skin...happy. Hope to see you there!

Jody

30/01/2024

How helpless do you feel when your dog suffers with anxiety?

The weight of their distress can be overwhelming to watch. If you either don't know the root cause or have the tools to calm them, even teach them how to calm themselves, the feelings of persistent worry and guilt persist; the problem persists. It's not fun for anyone.

I'm sharing the power of energy medicine in various forms to help calm our dogs and even teach them to calm themselves as part of my friend, Anke Herrmann's Soul Touched by Dogs' Summit - Panic to Peace - Holistic Approaches to Easing Anxiety in Rescue Dogs. My talk will be "Unleashing The Power of Energy Medicine To Heal Anxiety In Your Pets."

The Summit runs from February 19-25, 2024 and you can reserve your spot here:

https://soultouchedbydogs.com/panic-to-peace?ref=jteich

What would it feel like to leave the house without stress or drama? Or to take your dog into a place with other dogs and not be anxious yourself? Explore the knowledge and options of the 15 experts gathered inside the Summit. Let us support you in solving these issues holistically.

See you there!

Jody 🙏 🐾

26/01/2024

Human Health: Why am I tired & moody, and my hair's so thin?

You may have a thyroid that's out of balance. Maybe you have a hard time losing weight or have those vertical ridges on your nails and they break a lot. There are many symptoms of either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism (less common), and knowing what they are so you can explore further is important. A chronically unbalanced thyroid can lead to other health issues like heart dis-ease and heart failure, as well as breathing problems.

I've done a deep dive into thyroid health and ways to naturally balance in my latest post. Especially if you're over 50, it's an important read.

What symptoms do you experience on a regular basis? Put them in the comments below and I'll cover them in future posts.

https://teichewellness.com/thyroid-symptoms-uncovered-achieving-balance-through-natural-healing/

14/01/2024

😂😂😂 NYC & area pet lovers! Laughing, crying (from laughter) and helping shelter pets.

These all come together at Funny For Fido, a hilarious stand up comedy show, featuring friend, very funny standup comic and celebrated dog trainer, Justin Silver (The Language of Dogs), Colin Quinn for SNL fans, Yamanieka (Comedy Central, The Meredith Viera Show), Robert Kelly (The Tonight Show, Comedy Central), Corinne Fisher (Vogue, Interview, Esquire, The Huffington Post) and more.

More comedy and a great way to raise money to help shelter animals in desperate need of food, toys, beds and shelter staff support to care for them. Especially now, in the winter.

January 25th, the famous (maybe infamous?), historic The Cutting Room in NYC.

Here's the link to purchase tickets: https://merchengine.com/products/funny-for-fido

✅ Please share with those you know in NYC, Long Island, NJ, CT, any surrounding areas. Your share can lead to the ticket purchase that gives the shelter the funds needed to save the life of an animal. That's pretty cool.

Thank you!

Comics Stand Up For Homeless Animals Hosted by Justin Silver The Cutting Room: New York, NY Thursday 1/25/24 7:30pm (Doors open 6:30) Come laugh it up for a great cause as the country's top comedians perform to raise money for rescue animals. The Cutting Room features a full dinner and drink menu so...

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