PetAbility teams up with Behave Atlanta to explore how trainers and behaviorists intersect with physical rehabilitation so that pets may live their best lives. Have you really ever thought about how your pet’s emotional health might affect their physical health? Or why it may be important, even vital, to have a well-trained, emotionally balanced pet? Skills such as leash manners, a strong recall, and drop it/leave it can be the difference between life and death. And a well-behaved pet means they can join you on exciting adventures out in the community, further enhancing the bond between you. We also discuss how stress impacts your pet’s health and how to recognize the signs of stress, including cortisol spikes. Heck, what is cortisol and why should you care? How do you keep your dog below their threshold by creating a Zen zone or taking a cortisol vacation? And did you know that your stress level can actually be mirrored by your pet? Yikes! Finally, think how different a visit to the vet might be if it was a wonderfully positive experience because they enjoy everything from the car ride there to being handled for their physical exam. We think after listening to this episode, you will not only see your pet differently and focus on their emotional well-being in addition to physical well-being. Just like humans, body and soul cannot be compartmentalized – each impacts the other.
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