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Hi everybody, Dr. Rick here. I've been focusing a lot on this particular book. It's called The Forever Dog. I highly recommend it to anybody who has a dog and loves them and wants to keep them around for a while. There's some really really strong parallels between canine and human health. Now, I know we've touched on that before. I just wanted to go a little further into depth about another key component that a lot of us may not even be looking at.
A lot of this comes from my own personal experience with my dog Kayla who has taught me tremendous amounts about unconditional loving and being empathic because she is, and most dogs I found really are. When we first met Kayla, she was a rescue dog. She was really fearful, anxious, and would cower if I moved too fast near her. It broke my heart. Then my wife begged me to start doing Network Care on her, which I had to learn from the creator of Network Spinal Analysis Donny Epstein, and a few other practitioners. Dogs spines are totally different from human spines. And lo and behold, after beginning treatments she really started to come back. Kayla was given a safe, stable environment. She was given Network Care. She was given exercise. Everything that we could do for her and she completely changed. She became the strong, confident, friendly, outgoing, and also fierce dog that she is today.
I wanted to just touch on that so that you know this is not only coming from a book, this is also coming from my personal experience. There's some key factors in a dog's life and just like there are in ours. So what are some of those key factors if you want to keep your dog healthy? Number one diet. What are you feeding him? Number two, exposure to toxins, environmental toxicity. Number three, exercise. Number four, socialization. Number five is mental health. I'm going to focus on this last one right now. So when we talk about mental health for dogs, what does that even mean? Well, let me just kind of give you that same parallel between humans and dogs again. I'm just going to read you some statistics here.
But now imagine that same dog is kept in an apartment and the only time they get to go out is just for brief walks to do their business and then boom, they're right back in the environment. Maybe that environment isn't even healthy. You can see how that's really going to affect them. Some may become aggressive, some may become anxious. These are the kind of symptoms we see in dogs when their mental health isn't doing so good. So what do we do about that? Well, it's the same for us. We need to take care of our nervous systems. . One of the best ways you can take care of them is take care of yourself. So that's where the Network Care comes in. That's where taking care of your own nervous system, finding a ways to manage and dissipate your own stress and hopefully even use that stress as a vehicle to help your own being evolve, in order to become more adaptable, more flexible. When you take care of yourself, your dog is going to sense that. Dogs are pack animals. They're used to being connected with the pack, and you can bet that if you're taking care of your pet, they're looking to you as pack leader. If you're anxious or nervous or depressed or stressed out, it's completely going to unravel them. So one of the primary things you can do for yourself and for your pet, get outside. Get some exercise get some playtime get some socialization. The other amazing thing that Kayla taught me is that it's not just physical exercise that dogs need. They also need mental stimulation that means games or playing fetch. We have this game where we would hide little treats around the house and not let Kayla see. Then we let her go and she has to find them. So she's got to use her brain and her nose to really figure this out. She loves that game, by the way. These are just some tips for how you and your furry friend can stay healthy and happy together. Thank you. Hi everybody, Dr. Rick here. Today, I want to dive deeper into the themes of an incredible book I’ve been focusing on called The Forever Dog. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves their dog and wants to ensure their furry friend lives a long, healthy life. This book draws some really strong parallels between canine and human health, something I’ve experienced firsthand with my own dog, Kayla.
Kayla, our rescue dog, taught me a lot about unconditional love and empathy. When we first met her, she was fearful and anxious, cowering if I moved too quickly near her. It broke my heart to see her so distressed. My wife suggested we start giving Kayla Network Care, which I had to learn from the creator of Network Care Today, I want to dive into a topic that many of us understand intuitively: the incredible emotional intelligence and sensitivity of dogs. If you've ever had a canine companion, you know they are highly empathic beings, capable of sensing our emotions and often mirroring them. Our dog, Kayla, is a perfect example. She doesn't need verbal cues to know it's time for a walk; she simply senses it. This deep connection isn't just one-way; if we're stressed or sad, our dogs often come to comfort us, sometimes at the expense of their own well-being. It's heartbreaking to see so many dogs suffer from illnesses like cancer, partly due to environmental toxins and poor diet, but also because they absorb our emotional burdens.
Hey everybody, Dr. Rick here. Today, I want to discuss a topic that's incredibly close to my heart— the parallels between human evolution and doggy evolution. Why am I bringing this up? Well, I recently came across an eye-opening book titled The Forever Dog. This book delves into the reasons why our canine companions are experiencing shorter lifespans and higher incidences of diseases like cancer and spinal issues. Surprisingly, many of these health problems mirror those we face as humans.
Shared Problems Between Humans and Dogs One of the main tenets of The Forever Dog is that the health issues our dogs face are strikingly similar to our own. You might wonder what these shared problems are. If you've watched any of my other videos, you probably already know: toxicity tops the list. Hello everyone, Dr. Rick here. We’re continuing our exploration of Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), and today, I want to dive into a topic that frequently affects them: Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). I remember the first time I heard about this condition years ago—I was puzzled, much like you might be right now. So, what exactly is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? Let’s break it down.
What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? In a nutshell, mast cells are crucial components of your immune system. They act as a bridge between your nervous system and immune system. This connection is astonishing when you think about it—there’s a direct line of communication between your body’s defense mechanisms and your brain. This idea is something we've been discussing here in our office for years, and it's thrilling to see science catching up to these concepts! How Mast Cells Function Hey everybody, Dr. Rick here again! Today, I want to talk about a very real and increasingly recognized phenomenon: Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). You might be one yourself or know someone who fits this description. Let’s dive into what it means to be a highly sensitive person and how it impacts our lives
Hey everybody, Dr. Rick here! Today, I want to share with you one of my passionatepursuits in life: Aikido. Aikido is a Japanese martial art created by Morihei Ueshiba inthe early 20th century. What sets Aikido apart from other martial arts is its uniquephilosophy. Aikido literally means "the way of love" or "the way of harmony." This mightseem contradictory for a martial art, but let me explain why it's not.
Hey everybody, Dr. Rick here, and I want to start by addressing something that affects each and every one of us: mental health. With May being National Mental Health Awareness Month, it's the perfect time to dive into this crucial topic.
The state of mental health in our country isn't at its best, and the statistics speak volumes. Anxiety, depression, and various mental health disorders are on the rise, affecting not only adults but our kids too. But why is this happening? One of the key factors we're exploring is environmental toxicity. Yes, you heard me right – environmental toxicity. This encompasses everything we're exposed to, from pesticides like glyphosate (commonly known as Roundup) in our food and water to pharmaceuticals and heavy metals prevalent in our surroundings. Our bodies work tirelessly to detoxify, but these days many people are overwhelmed. But here's the kicker – environmental toxins aren't just about physical health. They're directly linked to mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and even more severe conditions like schizophrenia. Research shows a clear correlation between the levels of toxins in our bodies and the state of our mental well-being. |
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