George Has Had Enough

George is an 8-year-old Chihuahua mix who was diagnosed with diabetes a few months ago, developed cataracts, and is now blind.  His vet ordered Insulin injections twice per day, and he hates them.  My client wants to do the best for George medically but also knows how much he hates the shots.  She will do whatever George wants her to do.

Frances:  Hi George – how are you?

George:  Oh, ok, I guess.  

Frances:  I understand you have lost your sight, and Mom has to poke you twice a day.  How do you feel about all that happening to you? 

George:  I hate it, I hate it, I hate it.  Why do I have to go through this?  What kind of life is this?  I know Mom loves me and wants to do the best for me.  But I don’t want to exist like this.  I can’t play like I used to or enjoy my walk to see the other dogs and people.  It has taken away my world of enjoyment and experience.  Do I have to continue like this?

Frances:  Honey, I will talk with Mom about the next steps, so you won’t have to live like this, if your mom agrees, of course.  She doesn’t want you to suffer any more than you have to and understands you don’t want those shots anymore.  

George:  Thank you for telling me that.  I love Mom so very much, but this isn’t living, it’s just existing, and I’m ready to be done with it.  

Frances:  I will be talking with Mom soon and share your message.  Bye for now. 

George:  Bye and thank you for talking with me.

Frances:  My pleasure, George.

 

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

 

 

Animal Care Resources 2025

Pet Walkers, Sitters and Trainers

Arf Dog Walks

Rise Taylor 949-554-9700

Judy’s Loving Care - Judy Steward 

Judyjsteward@gmail.com

949-278-7876

Lisa the Critter-Sitter 

949-292-6572

Patties Pet Care and Housesitting

Pattie Meyers 949-370-0087

Penny Pampers Pets    

949-600-8885 cell:  949-677-4930

Downward Dog

Dog walking, day camps, overnight boarding.

Ivy 949-244-8606

Dog Trainer

Companion Dogs by Dr. Sue Myles

Concierge Dog Training For Pets & Their People

714-696-8939

speak@suemyles.com

Dog walker/sitter (San Diego area)

Roseanne - via Rover app

Truly TLC Pet Sitting 

Lynn: (949) 331-5399

Jared: (949) 365-6877

info@trulytlcpetsitting.com

Rescues and Organizations

Barks of Love Animal Rescue and Placement Services

PO Box 4156  Fullerton, CA 92834 

Rescue@barksoflove.org  

Fax #: (714) 598-3355

Orange County People for Animals 

Dina Kourda 

dina.kourda@ocpausa.org 

949-939-4860 / 714-751-6272

Danielle's Reptile Relocation  

707-696-4691

Heaven's Gate Large Animal Rescue 

760-490-2818

922 Los Coyotes, Yucca Valley

Joey's Home Horse Rescue  

760-401-2208

3805 Condalia Ave, Yucca Valley

Petfinder - Cats 

Kitten Rescue LW Catmom’s Adoptions 

Linda 949-348-2640 lwcatmom@pacbell.net

Phyllis 323-394-0954  phyllis@millerburg.com

Julie 61-313-5193 cleanjust42day@msn.com

Kitten Rescue 818-347-3037 mail@kittenrescue.org 

Pet Project Foundation

Microchip Lookup

Lost Pet Detection 

Landa Coldiron 

caninesearchdog@hotmail.com

(818) 442-2952

Pet Locator app - Pet protection network

Groomers

17th St. Dog Spaw

285 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa

949-646-5497

Pet Food

Arcana Dog and Cat Food

"Biologically Appropriate"  mirrors your pet’s evolutionary diet. 

Paw Tree

Nutritional pet food and natural products

Vickie Marx  949-360-7773 

Truth About Pet Food

Information about pet food ingredients, regulations, recalls and more. 

Dog Food Advisor

List of recently recalled dog foods. 

Pet Health

California Pets: 10 Affordable Vet Care Resources

Low Cost Veterinary Care

The Holistic Vet

Dr. Marc Bittan, DVM

22775 Pacific Coast Highway (PCH)

Malibu, CA 90265  (310) 231-4415

Dr. Jon Sultzer
Laguna Hills Animal Hospital
24271 El Toro Road,
Laguna Woods, CA 92637
(949) 837-7333

Pets Acupuncture

Jacqueline Heller, DVM

Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Veterinary Holistic Care Serving South Orange County

(949) 547-0112 

Animal and Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo 

Dr. Peter Bloch

24912 Chrisanta Drive

Mission Viejo, 92691

(949) 768-3651

Cat Faeries

Enzymes and sprays to address feline spraying and urine issues

PO Box 31885

San Francisco, CA 94131

CatFaeries@catfaeries.com

InVet

Arthramine for Healthy Joints & Bones 

Glucosamine is great for older dogs with stiff joints, add to their food and can be purchased at your local pet store.

Center for Animal Physical Rehabilitation and Mobility Solutions

Caroline Goulard DVM, CCRT, CVA, CVPP

24310 Moulton Pkwy Suite N, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

(949) 813-4107  

Tustin Care Animal Hospital 

Dr. Deena Leong

14051-B Newport Ave. Tustin, CA 92780

(657)266-0322

ZugoPet

Multifunctional pet products including pet safety car seat harness.  

Euthanasia & Hospice Care

Lap of Love

Nationwide home-based veterinary hospice and euthanasia. 

(855)933-5683

Blogspot

Facebook

Paws On the Go

Facebook

Dr. Hannah Curtis (Orange County, California area)

www.drhannahcurtis.com

drhannahcurtis@gmail.com

Home Pet Euthanasia

Compassionate and Caring End of Life Care

Dr. Annie Forslund

360 E. First Street, Suite #109; Tustin, CA 92780

(657) 255-8611

 

Our Furry Kids have Sensitivities

A recent client was concerned about her 2-year-old Golden doodle who didn’t like to eat. 

(Mom says you don’t like to eat, why is that?)  It’s not that I don’t like to eat, I just don’t like how I feel after I eat.  My body reacts to the various foods I am eating. 

Many of our foods are labeled with “natural”, “low carbs”, “lite”, “senior formula” – but what does that really mean?  Just because it says “turkey flavor” – how much turkey is really in it?  I am finding more and more fillers and other additives are being added to not just our foods but also our pet foods. 

Ingredients are listed based on the quantity in the product.  I ask clients to tell me the first five ingredients in the foods, treats and any other items or even prescriptions they are giving their pets.  I use a pendulum for “yes” or “no” answers and tune in to my guidance asking if this ingredient is good for the pet’s body. Once I am given the answer for the known ingredients they are ingesting, I expand to others they may not have realized (i.e.  the egg that is leftover, the bread from your plate, the roasted chicken that smelled so good).  I ask the pendulum for guidance about all possible proteins, vegetables, fillers such as wheat, rice, barley – even CBD, fish oil and extracts.  Our bodies as well as our pets’ bodies have become sensitive to many common foods and ingredients.

Let me know if I can be of help for you or your pet’s digestion or sensitivities.

For the Love of Animals, 

Frances

 

Our health and habits are sometimes displayed by our pets – to show us what we are experiencing or what we are doing to ourselves. During a session with two cats, one of them said his mom (my human client) needed to put her feet up and be treated like a princess.  She was someone who needed to be catered to instead of her doing it all herself.  The cat felt sad that he couldn’t do this for his mom.  I later found out from my client that she had hurt her ankle and had to elevate it on a regular basis.  

Another session was with a two-month-old puppy who was being fussy with his food and potty habits.  His mom (my human client) was having difficulty sleeping through the night as he was waking her up to go outside at all hours of the night.  She was concerned he had to go potty each time, yet he just wanted to play with the night critters.  During our session we spoke of having consistent feeding times, quantity and quality of the foods, including limiting the treats for good behavior.  I suggested since his trainer was using treats as a praise method, she opts to use his regular kibble instead of the variety of treats.  He is young and his tummy is sensitive to the various types of treats.  His system needs to be trained for eating, exercising and potty times to help his tummy be regular and allow her to hopefully sleep through the night.  A few days later my client realized that not only had she been indulging her puppy with all sorts of treats, but she was also doing the same thing to herself.  This was a big awakening to her as she realized she wasn’t treating herself with healthy options and this could also have been a contributing factor to her lack of a good night’s sleep.  Our pets are our mirrors to help us learn and grow together.

Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving to you and your furry friends.

 

For the Love of Animals,
Frances

Summer is Near - Traveling with Pets?

As things feel like they are returning to normal, at least a new normal, going out and enjoying new adventures are in order.  With the sunny summer travels approaching, it’s so important to remember our furry four-legged friends.  When you take them on your car ride adventures, please consider their safety.  We use seat belts, and they should too for their safety as well.   Like children, sitting on your lap with the car moving, whether you are the driver or the passenger – is not safe if you have to stop short or God forbid, were in an accident.  

If you have a smaller size pet, consider the basket type where they can see out the window while being safely strapped in.  There are other strapping devices for larger pets who may sit in the back seat with the window cracked open for their nose to stick out (I just love seeing the wind blowing in their face and the hair blowing back).  Please be careful not to have the window open too much so they don’t fall out.  If your pet rides in the back bed of the truck – please consider harnessing them in with more than a single leash connected to their collar.  (I don’t want to think what can happen should they try to jump out).  Have fun, enjoy the new adventures of this phase for you and your pet’s life.

For the Love of Animals,
Frances

 

Happy Valentine's Day!

With the changes in our work situation over the last two years, our pets have gotten pretty spoiled having us around 24/7.  Now that many are going back to work or school, the pets don’t understand why we aren’t there to be with them as much anymore.  They like all the attention, affection and let’s face it – snacks to keep them occupied while we tried our best to be productive on the computer, zooming with the boss, teaching a class.  They just seem to say: What about me? I’m here, I’m cute, I’m bored…. I’m, I’m, I’m.  Yes, very self-centered – it’s all about me.

I had a recent client session with her cat, Kizzy, who normally was just perfect with the litter box.  Suddenly she pooped on the home office Persian carpet – in front of her son, yes – not hiding it or sneaking in, nope, very deliberately.  And then it happened again – no accident, so what’s up with that?

Can you tell me why you pooped on the Persian carpet?
Ha – got their attention, didn’t I?  Nobody is around like they used to be, they just leave us here by ourselves.  Why can’t I go anyplace besides the vet?  Why are they leaving so much?

Ok, so you are feeling neglected, really?  You have clean litter boxes, good food, a roof over your head and this is how you are showing your appreciation?
Well, when you put it that way, I guess I am a bit harsh. 

Yes, ungrateful I would call it.  The world outside of your house has been going through a time when most people had to stay home.  That’s why your mom and dad were home most of the time.  Now the world is safer, and people can be out and about.  This is true for your mom and dad.  Dad is on a business trip and will return on Sunday – two times the sun goes down.  Mom has returned to her school schedule.  Does this make sense to you?
Yeah, I can see when they were here a lot – I really liked that.  I could be by there side all day long.  I miss that but I guess they didn’t want to do that as much as I did.

They love you to be by their side when they are there, but not whine about them not being there or poop on the rug.
Please tell them I’m sorry to upset them.  I guess I didn’t know how to tell them that I miss them being there as much as they had been. I know I can’t go places with them, I just love them so much and want them near me as much as possible.

Thank you, Kizzy – I will be talking with mom soon.
Thank you for talking with me.

You’re very welcome, Kizzy.

For the Love of Animals,
Frances

 

Does My Health Affect my Pet?

Does My Health Affect my Pet?

Secondhand smoke isn't just bad for humans, but for the animals, as well. One client, a heavy smoker, wanted to know what was wrong with her dog's skin. I told her the smoke and nicotine was adversely affecting her dog. That wasn't enough for her to quit smoking, but she does have the windows wide open, weather permitting.

Chemicals we use in and around our houses are dangerous for us and our pets. One client wanted to know why her dog had a skin rash. He had skin rashes as long as she had him - four years. I asked her about her gardener and what he used on the grass to kill the bugs. She didn't know. I asked her how long she has used this gardener - four or five years. So as long as the dog rolled, walked and played on the grass, the chemicals were on him and when he licked himself, they went into his system.

Animals can pick up on their owner's feelings and emotions, often manifesting their owner's symptoms, in order to alleviate their discomfort, taking on the illnesses themselves. Knowing when the owner is ill and holding the energy for them until they are healed. One client, an 85-year-old woman, had a cat who went blind, prior to her own cataract surgery that was very successful.

Animals hold the energy for us - whether it is for our physical, emotional or spiritual well-being. They come into our lives for more reasons than we consciously know. Our pets are aware of what we are going through from a telepathic level. We may not say out loud that we are worried about paying the bills, but our pets know and take on some of the anxiety from us - and for us.

Consider looking at your own health when your pet is having a health issue. Allergies and skin reactions are no different for us as for the animals. Many people are finding themselves allergic to, or intolerant of, wheat and dairy products. Since our animals reflect us, consider what you feed them. Table scraps including those products should not be given to our pets. Many of my clients, especially after the recent pet food scare, have been much more careful of what foods, brands and types they are feeding their pets and paying attention to how they are reacting.

Some of my clients find the raw food diet, including carrots, apples and green beans, to be a great way to supplement their nutrition. If the pet has a hard time moving their bowels, consider adding a bit of flax seed oil or olive oil to the mix. There are many good prepared raw food products on the market. And, by the way, consider how you are feeding yourself. Remember, your animals are a reflection of you. Stick to real food, rather than processed foods, walk with your dogs to get your exercise and you'll both feel better. Have you noticed overweight people tend to have overweight pets? The animals do not need to graze or snack all day long. They do not need treats as a regular diet. Consider the treats for your pets as you would candy for your kids. Is one candy bar enough? How about just a taste? Consider the nutrition of what you are feeding yourself and your pets. They do not need, nor do they digest well, carbohydrates (i.e. breads, grains). How about our bodies?

Remember, our pet's health reflects our health - be careful what you feed them - they are relying on you for their daily needs

Excerpts taken from my books: What Do Your Pets Want You to Know? More Messages from the Animals, Lessons from the Animals and Voice for the Animals available on Amazon and Kindle

For the Love of Animals, Frances

 

Animal Care Resources - 2020

Pet Walkers, Sitters and Trainers

Arf Dog Walks

Rise Taylor 949-554-9700

Judy’s Loving Care - Judy Steward 

judytst@cox.net  

949-278-7876

Lisa the Critter-Sitter 

949-292-6572

Patties Pet Care and Housesitting

Pattie Meyers 949-370-0087

Penny Pampers Pets    

949-600-8885 cell:  949-677-4930

Downward Dog

Dog walking, day camps, overnight boarding.

Ivy 949-244-8606

Dog Trainer
Companion Dogs by Dr. Sue Myles

Concierge Dog Training For Pets & Their People
714-696-8939
speak@suemyles.com

Dog walker/sitter (San Diego area)

Roseanne

Rescues and Organizations

Barks of Love Animal Rescue and Placement Services

PO Box 4156  Fullerton, CA 92834 

Rescue@barksoflove.org  

Fax #: (714) 598-3355

Orange County People for Animals 

Dina Kourda 

dina.kourda@ocpausa.org 

949-939-4860 / 714-751-6272

Petfinder - Cats 

Kitten Rescue LW Catmom’s Adoptions 

Linda 949-348-2640 lwcatmom@pacbell.net

Phyllis 323-394-0954  phyllis@millerburg.com

Julie 61-313-5193 cleanjust42day@msn.com

Kitten Rescue 818-347-3037 mail@kittenrescue.org 

Pet Project Foundation

Microchip Lookup

Lost Pet Detection

Landa Coldiron

caninesearchdog@hotmail.com

(818) 442-2952

Pet Locator app - Pet protection network

Groomers

17th St. Dog Spaw

285 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa

949-646-5497

Pet Health

Pets Acupuncture

Jacqueline Heller DVM

Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Veterinary Holistic Care Serving South Orange County

(949) 547-0112

Animal and Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo 

Dr. Peter Bloch

24912 Chrisanta Drive

Mission Viejo, 92691

(949) 768-3651

Cat Faeries

Enzymes and sprays to address feline spraying and urine issues
PO Box 31885
San Francisco, CA 94131
CatFaeries@catfaeries.com

Home Pet Euthanasia

Compassionate and Caring End of Life Care

Dr. Annie Forslund

360 E. First Street, Suite #109; Tustin, CA 92780

(657) 255-8611

InVet

Arthramine for Healthy Joints & Bones 

Glucosamine is great for older dogs with stiff joints, add to their food and can be purchased at your local pet store.

Lap of Love

Nationwide home-based veterinary hospice and euthanasia. 

(855)933-5683

Blogspot

Facebook

Paws On the Go

Facebook

Center for Animal Physical Rehabilitation and Mobility Solutions

Caroline Goulard DVM, CCRT, CVA, CVPP

24310 Moulton Pkwy Suite N, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

(949) 813-4107  

Tustin Care Animal Hospital 

Dr. Deena Leong

14051-B Newport Ave. Tustin, CA 92780

(657)266-0322

ZugoPet

Multifunctional pet products including pet safety car seat harness.  

Pet Food

Arcana Dog and Cat Food

"Biologically Appropriate"  mirrors your pet’s evolutionary diet. 

Paw Tree

Nutritional pet food and natural products

Vickie Marx  949-360-7773 

Truth About Pet Food

Information about pet food ingredients, regulations, recalls and more. 

Dog Food Advisor
List of recently recalled dog foods.