Did you see the story yesterday about the shar-pei dog that was abandoned at a train station in Scotland? Look at this:
This headline and photo do me in. Oh man, it hits me right in the heart.
For three reasons.
Compassion Fatigue
October 12, 2014 by 5 Comments
I read about the recent suicide of well-known and respected animal behaviorist Sophia Yin with a heavy, heavy heart.
I became familiar with her as I threw myself into the world of dog ownership and training several months ago.
A thoughtful piece about her in HuffPo mentions how those in animal care professions can suffer from something called compassion fatigue. [Read more…]
HSP Podcast Episode 10: HSP & Animals
September 22, 2014 by 10 Comments
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I got a dog about 6 months ago-it’s the first time I’ve ever cared for an animal in my life. It’s been a fulfilling and fun experience. I care so much for this little fluffy creature!
In Episode 10 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I talk about how HSPs can have deep connections to animals due to our empathy and ability to pick up on non-verbal signals.
And here’s my dog.
Resources mentioned in the podcast: This post by Dr. Elaine Aron about what HSPs can get from animals.
Related Posts on This Blog:
- Could I handle having a dog?
- Follow-Up: My First Experience Taking Care of a Dog
- Anger is an emotion, too (about getting angry at my dog)
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Could I handle having a dog?
March 19, 2014 by 8 Comments
I’ve never owned or cared for a pet other than a goldfish. That’s right: no cats, no dogs.
My husband wants a dog.
At first, I was 100% against the idea. Having a dog in my house sounded gross. It would track in dirt and of course get its own waste all over the place. Anyone who has a dog has a dirty house, I thought. I don’t want my nice floor getting scratched and my couch and carpet getting stained. Pet accidents? I am NOT interested in cleaning that up. [Read more…]
Find a Work-Around for Your Fear
November 28, 2013 by 1 Comment
This is not one of the dogs by Amy’s apartment. But he does look hungry.
Amy over at Nomadtopia is spending a few weeks in Bali and has discovered lots of menacing stray dogs hanging out near her apartment. She found herself feeling fearful and stressed about having to walk by and encounter these scary canines. Her anxiety would rise before even leaving her apartment! [Read more…]
