A train belongs on the back of a wedding gown

Training requires obedience. It is achievable without consent. It is not why I began working with animals.

It was intuitive to relate to animals before I learned the rules. Like airs and graces and social norms distort our authenticity - until we become aware that boxes are for new shoes and not relating to another souls. Of we just ask permission and hear the other, real miracles are possible. It's not about getting the dog to "heel". It's about going for a walk❤️

Most species knowhow to work together. How to be in sync with another is a natural way. We only don't do in sync when we protecting our rightness. When we safe in a relationship we can play and collaborate and work towards something together. Same for animals. Are we their safe space?

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On his retirement. A tribute to a legend

Veterinarian & human extraordinaire. 50 years of true service to the animal world, the animal people, and to his animal-loving family. Four siblings all who care significantly for animals as a result of the way we were raised. To respect life. Because that is who our father his. Our father is more than a vet. He is a compassionate man. A vet who took his oath to care for animals to the greatest level, inspiring those close and around him to do the same. Caring so deeply. Working so hard. Ensuring that he always did his best. He has such depth and wisdom. He has always had a following of people in his life who he wisely guides. His generosity is boundless. He has inspired his children way more than can be imagined. We are pretty sure there are not many people who are so fortunate to have this example of humble love to follow. We are equally unsure whether we can truly honour his example by dupli...

2026 is already a kaleidoscope of joy

adaptable animals

Just love that nature finds a way. It is testament to the fact that nature is intelligent. Listened to a talk by Dr Philip Shepherd who is the creator of The Embodied Present Process. He spoke of how our society has become patriarchal over time and separated us from nature so that we control her. When working with animals and being able to be completely present, we have all had moments where we connect on a deep level and understand where the animal is at. Nothing better than those moments. In the moments where I have felt that it feels like love and is followed by big gratitude. This pic is a whole group of bats who have found a way to roost in an urban setting. Long may that connection with us last. It is cool that nature has not given up on us. Even though we try control it.

Touching Animal Souls

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