Conversations with Dog

During work or play, sometimes dogs can be injured or have accidents.  It is helpful to have a variety of tools at your disposal for use when something unexpected happens. Access Consciousness™ has energetic tools that can be used in an emergency. Suzy will talk about how to keep your dog calm and share what you can do to reduce the impact of what’s occurred. Suzy will also share tools you can use if your dog requires an extended healing process. These tools will help you feel prepared for any situation, so that you can focus on having fun with your dog.

Potty training your dog is a necessary step for dogs who spend any time in the house.  How does your perspective on this training process influence how it shows up?  Do you know how to clearly communicate your expectations to your dog? Why do some dogs seem to understand this training faster than others? Suzy will share some tricks to allow this important training to progress easily and quickly from the beginning.

Today we are talking with Shari about her cat Freddy, who has decided that going back to the house where they used to live has more value than staying at the new place. Shari has to go and pick him up from there frequently. What could be causing this problem? Is Freddy confused? Does he like the old house better? Can this be changed?

Why is it some dogs seem to get along easily with others and other dogs have difficulty? How do dog’s communicate with each other? What are the dynamics in a multi-pet household? How much interaction with other dogs is required for your dog? Suzy will offer tips on how to introduce your dog to other dogs by using the “proper” canine meet-and-greet procedures. This week she will discuss the ways we can help our dog have a healthy social life.

Have you ever found yourself yelling at your dog only to have her stare at you curiously? What does your dog actually hear when you speak to her? What is the difference between what your mouth is saying versus what you are thinking? Did you know the phrase “Do not!” can confuse your dog? This week, Suzy will offer suggestions for clear and positive communication with your dog. She will offer quick tips to avoid common communication breakdowns.

Does your dog get upset every time you leave the house? Is it difficult for you to leave even if it is your normal routine? Does your dog engage in destructive behavior while you are away? Do you “feel bad” when you have to leave them at home? Join Suzy this week for a discussion about how to leave the house with ease and calm for you and your dog. She will also share tips on how to stay connected with your dog when you are away and why this can make a difference.

Meet Brendon Watt, a single parent with different points of views about parenting that also reflect a different perspective around his dog! What else is possible with living and dealing with your dog? Do you need set rules? Do you need to be the leader? What if questions could be the road to a different living with your dog?

Does it matter if you name your dog Cuddles or Cujo? How do you know what your dog would like to be called? Suzy will share stories about how names can impact a pet’s behavior and demeanor. What if certain issues you are having with your dog could be resolved by simply changing their name? Suzy will provide tips on how you can discover what name will work best for your dog.

The focus of this show is dogs who have trouble with their hips. Whether a dog has been diagnosed with arthritis, hip dysplasia or another hip disorder, Suzy will share tips for happy hips. How do you know what you dog’s body requires? Suzy will guide you on how to ask questions that can show you what your dog needs. Suzy will also discuss easy-to-use tools from Access Consciousness™ that you can try with your dog’s hips.

Does your dog know the rules of living in your house?  How can you work with your animals to negotiate and communicate what is acceptable behavior? How do you express what is non-negotiable?  What do you do if your dog rebels against the house-rules? What are the consequences? A myriad of behavior issues can be addressed with well-defined guidelines and being clear on what works for you in your house. Suzy will offer suggestions and tools to help you create house-rules that work for everyone in the family.  

  Zeke is a five year old tri-colored red border collie. He is Charlotte’s “right hand man” on her farm complete with a flock of 30 sheep.  Zeke has been getting increasingly anxious at home, especially if someone is using a power tool. Charlotte recently discovered that her neighbor has been threatening Zeke and wonders if that contributed to his behavior changing and increased anxiety. Zeke is more relaxed working with the sheep than when he's at home, and Charlotte would like to see him be even more confident both while working and playing.  Zeke is also having a difficult time getting along with his housemate, Tweed, another intact male border collie. Charlotte would like Zeke to be calm while at home and wants him to know they are a team. She is infinitely grateful for the role he plays on the farm and in her life. Suzy will offer tools and suggestions to help Zeke and Charlotte have calm on the farm.   

What happens if we have expectations of our dogs? Do our dogs respond to them? The energy of projections, expectations and judgments can influence how your dog acts and reacts in certain situations! In this show Suzy will not only explore what these influences might be, but also give you a way to clear them out of your dog's universe, so that your dog can be relaxed in the world! Find out how you can use these tools to change a behavior you no longer desire your dog to have.

What is a dog’s point of view on death? As a dog approaches their own death how can the people in their life know what questions to ask in order to be supportive at that time? What would the dog like to say and what do they require? There are hands on energy processes you can use with your dog to nurture their body and Being. Suzy will share tools that are available to create ease for people and dogs during times of transition.

Hallie’s dog Kreature, a miniature Doberman Pinscher, shares the house with his mom, Rudy, and three adult cats. He gets along great with the animals in the house, yet he barks incessantly when people come to their door. It takes Kreature a long time to get to know people who come to visit regularly, sometimes up to several months.?There are a few other things Hallie would like to see change. Kreature urinates outside of his kennel even after being walked outside. His mom may not be the best example of behavior because she refuses to come when called. During this episode Suzy will work with Hallie to give her some tips and tools to make changes that will bring more peace to her house and all who visit.?

  Rex, a Border Collie, lives in a family with five children. He is kind and patient with all the children and is a fairly laid-back guy most of the time. However, if someone makes a loud noise or sudden movement he cowers away as if he is about to be hurt. There is no apparent source for this behavior. Why would Rex be relaxed in one moment and panicked the next? Where could this come from? Join Suzy for this week’s show to explore the multifaceted world of odd animal behaviors and their possible sources. Suzy will provide questions and tools that can help you work with your own dog.