Uh oh. Did you know that 61% of cats and as many as ONE in THREE canine veterianry patients are disgnosed as Obese? Obesity among our companions is as epidemic as it is for humans! And just as is true for us, overwight animals develop more health problems, including decreased mobility, diabetes, hypothyroidism, osteoarthritis, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, difficulty breathing, as well as difficulty grooming, increased risk of hyperthermia, increased risk of cancer, shorter lifespans. They should look like this: Not this: What to Do Right Away? If you suspect or know that your ..read more

I got a panicked call, "Kate, my beautiful dog has been in the emergency room all night and she's not improving. The vets don't know what's wrong, but her liver is crashing!" It seemed to be a mystery until I tuned in and asked Buffy, the dog. She sent me a telepathic picture of her and her person running on wet, short grass. There were puddles all around and the water was splashing up on her chest and belly. I asked her person, "Sally, were you and Buffy running in a park or by a golf course after it rained? Sally gasped. "Yes! Two nights ago we ran on the golf course after the rain stor ..read more

"Help! Charlie wakes us up a couple times a night. I don't know what he wants and it's making us miserable!" Do you have a cat or dog who starts meowing, whining, jumping or pawing at your bed late at night or in the wee hours of the morning? Many of my animal communication clients have shared this problem with me and asked me to please talk with their beloved to find out why or tell me, "Please make him stop!" Honestly, "Please make him stop," makes me cringe because 1) That's not something I can do. 2) It doesn't address the reason he's doing this. A much better and more respectful way to b ..read more

It's that time of year again. Flea, tick and mosquito season is right around the corner. It's critical that you become informed about the dangers of topical insecticides/pesticides and research the best options for your own animals. On March 2, 2021, USA Today published a story about 1,700 dog deaths and over 900 harmful reactions of their humans from a popular chemical flea and tick collar. Since 2021 more dogs and cats have had toxic reactions and died as a result of collars, spot treatments and injectables. It's simply NOT worth the risk to handle and subject your animals to dangerous, poi ..read more

"My dog is eating grass a lot these days. Sometimes she throws up, other times not. What's this about?" It's pretty common for dogs and some cats to eat grass occasionally. Why? Reasons Need for more fresh energy in their diet. This is really the #1 reason dogs and cats have told me in animal communication sessions why they like and crave fresh, especially spring grass. Fresh, green grass can be bursting with life force energy that they need. (Growing wheat grass, catnip etc. can give them some of the same, but these are not in the earth. They are in a pot, so something is lost here. Organic ..read more

"She's just not acting like herself. She's not jumping up as much and is sleeping more. Is something wrong or is it just old age?" I get this question A LOT. "Just old age" seems to imply that there's nothing we can do to help brighten our beloved companion's life as they start to show signs of ageing. Happily there are many things we can do to help them age well with limber joints, good appetites and "normal" behaviors. Start NOW, Don't Wait Healthy lifestyle. Ageing well is most often founded in a safe home, healthy diet, appropriate exercise, mental stimulation, and just as for us, a sens ..read more

What would you say is the best Valentine you can give your beloved furry? Special treats? A new red sweater? Heart-shaped toy? I may be prejudiced because I love to do this, but the best Valentine you can give your animal is a wellness check in. What better way to show your love than to be certain everything is right in their world? When you invest in a check in, you can find out how they are feeling emotionally, mentally and physically. You can check to be sure the foods they're eating are ideal for this point in their lives and more. Important questions for Your Beloved: How are you feelin ..read more

How do you feel about putting your fingers in a cat's mouth? I've always said that I'll happily put my hands in a horse's mouth or a dog's, but I prize my fingers too much to attempt putting them in a cat's mouth, even my own beloved felines! If you happily brush your dog's or cat's mouth regularly, congratulations! You're awesome and your companion's health is better for it! However, if you're like many of us, focusing on teeth cleaning isn't the priority it should be. February is National Pet Dental Month! As you know, the right kind of bones are a dog's teeth's best friend. For more on ch ..read more

What would it mean to you to be mentored by animals? What if you could have animals mentor and coach you in how to to learn how to define/refine your goals and purpose to fully shine in all aspects of your life? Would that lift your heart and inspire you? How would you feel if you knew that everything you said, did and strove for was supported by your animal mentor? Can you imagine meeting every week and receiving messages, "exercises" and specific directions from animals to be your best self? You Are Needed Are you worried about extinctions, loss of habitat and ecosystem destruction and wond ..read more

Sweet Puddy Perry was in trouble. Here's what her person, Tara, wrote to me, "What can be more painful than experiencing a loved one suffer when they can't even tell you what they're feeling!? This is what I went through just over a year ago when my precious kitty (after showing UTI and GI distress) stopped eating and drinking for six days! While I was relieved to receive x-rays and bloodwork from a reputable vet indicating she was OK, it was deeply frustrating not to know how to help her and improve her well being. Thankfully, a homeopathic practitioner here in Nashville recommended Kate to ..read more