One Less Pooch to Pick Up After….
August 14th, 2010
My beloved Gabriel passed over the Rainbow Bridge exactly 12 weeks, 4 days, 21 hours and 20 minutes ago. That date was May 17, 2010 at 6:30pm. As they say life goes on and it certainly has, although a little less rich perhaps. I want to emphasize the importance of not forgetting the other pets in the home during times of distress. Too often when we are in some kind of crisis we are so busy trying to make things better that we can forget our pets may be suffering too. As I dealt with Gabe’s cancer, his oncologist appointments and the devastating news that the cancer had spread to his lungs, I needed to remember the other Gaber members of the family. Orzo my beloved Bengal cat, Noah and Jack my pooches were handling this too weren’t they? My dogs were very bonded with each other and seemed more distressed as Gabriel’s lung cancer advanced. I admit during this time I hardly noticed it as I was in Superwoman mode to save Gabe. I contacted an Animal Communicator, Sage Lewis (www.dancingporcupine.com) to help me understand what Gabe needed and she guided me to understand that Noah and Jack were experiencing feelings of distress as well. What I learned through Sage is to talk to your animals…no REALLY talk to them. Tell them how your day was, tell them when you are coming home, and tell them you want to know how they are feeling. Noah, my Ridgeback became very distressed after Gabe passed away and Sage said he told her it was because he thought he would now be in charge of the house. Way too much responsibility for him and my other dog Jack…well…just not the right dog for the job. I tell Noah every day that he is not in charge. Mom J and dad are in charge and he doesn’t need to worry. He now has less angst when he is home with Jack and Orzo. The thought of being in charge was a big stressor for Noah and through my talks with him I know he understood. Connect with your beloved four-legged friends today and have a conversation. It will change both your lives.










