Through the years, many clients
have asked for help with a variety of concerns - help so their animal friends can have a more complete, fun, and healthy
life. Below are
some sources that may be helpful to you.
ANIMAL BEHAVIOR SERVICES:
ARDEN
MOORE
Looking for a qualified animal behaviorist? Dr. Kim thoroughly supports the work of celebrity
author and speaker, Arden Moore (http://www.Ardenmoore.com)!
FRAN BERRY
To help your dog
with proper exercise, dog walks, doggie manners, and care by a loving, kind and helpful person in the Chicago, IL area, check
out
Go Fido Good Fido!
(http://www.gofidogoodfido.com
WHEN NOTHING IS TOO GOOD FOR YOUR DOG:
BEVERLY HILLS MUTT CLUB An exclusive doggie boutique where you can purchase caring, effective services and products for your dog.
As an Official Gold Member, you would receive the following: A 15 minute consultation with Kim Ogden-Avrutik, Animal Communicator. Dr. Kim can
do her intuitive consultations by utilizing a photo of your dog. A 15 Minute Massage: (For those in the California area), a retrieval
service for lost pets, and other, fun and useful benefits are available. http://www.BeverlyHillsMuttClub.com
HOLISTIC VETERINARY SERVICES:
American Association of Veterinary Acupuncturists
FINDING LOST ANIMALS:
International K9 Search and Rescue, is a group that will actually search for your lost animal with the use of a trained search
and rescue dog.
Pet Rescue is a resource for information on how to search for a lost animal.
TO HELP "WILD" ANIMALS YOU MAY HAVE FOUND:
Frequently
when calling these numbers you will reach a paging service who will then contact a volunteer who specializes in the specific
type of animal.
Deer and fox advice: 734 670 4343
Rabbit
advice: 734 670 1407
Raccoon advice: 734 670 2120
Squirrel
advice: 734 670 2107
Woodchuck advice: 734 670 4317
Opossum
advice: 734 670 2157
Turtle advice: 734 481 1812
Bat
advice: 248 645 3232
Songbird advice: 734 973 9579
Raptor
(hawks..) advice: 734 428 8455
TO FEED AN ANIMAL IN NEED BY JUST CLICKING:
HELPFUL PRODUCTS:
CatAround:
This product directly shields and protects the corner of your furniture or wall; it sits right where your cat yearns
to scratch. This is a great product that has saved many cats from being euthanized!
Kittywalk: This product is like a mesh tunnel, closed on both ends that lets your
indoor cat sit outside without any animals coming in to disturb him or her, and without allowing your cat to escape!
It has helped to change many cats' lives for the better!
Anxiety Wrap:
This is like a little "sweater" that clients have commented on as "wonderful." It is used to help
with fear of loud noises, thunderstorm fear, emotional upset and other anxieties.
Petal Cleanse: This is a dog and small animal treatment
to help prevent human allergies. It is easily applied to the animal's coat every seven days. Call 1 877 576
5302.
Dog Fur yarns and special hand - made products
by Woo To You: Woo To You is a uniquie company that
creates keepsakes of your pet by hand-spinning yarn from his or her fur. If the fur can't be
spun, they can create a memento of some other kind. they also provide one of a kind, hand-crafted, dog - orientated
gifts and dog walking services. http://www.WooToYou.com.
BOOKS, MAGAZINES, SERVICES, ORGANIZATIONS AND OTHER PRODUCTS THAT HELP YOU AND
YOUR ANIMAL FRIENDS LIVE A FULL AND BEAUTIFUL LIFE:
Lantern Books is a place that "activists can publish." This is a truly great company
that walks their talk. Many of their staff rescue animals and most are vegetarian or vegan themselves! This is
a compassionate company that publishes books that will open your consciousness to the meaning of what animals
truly are.
Animal Wellness
magazine: An excellent magazine that tackles some hard issues about animal health. Writing from a holistic
perspective, it is filled with new techniques and resources from leading practitioners around the country. Each issue
is a treasure!
Want to save 83 animal lives a year? Go vegetarian!
Vegetarian Times magazine is a magazine that is great for people who are just starting a vegearian
lifestyle or beginning to think about having one. The pictures are beautiful and the recipies are easy to make.
Conscious Choice magazine and Whole Life Times magazine:
Both by Dragonfly press, these sources are free of charge. Find sources for
holistic practitioners for both animals and people, plus informative and important articles about political, environmental
and social issues. Pick them up at Whole Foods Markets and other locations. Conscious Choice is located with sources
in the Midwest, Whole Life Times, with sources on the West Coast.
Vegan Street: A tremendous company that sells animal-friendly
clothes, books, accessories. All products are cruelty-free. A great company with great people and great links!!!
Pangea Products:
A great company that specializes in vegan products and vegan foods - including vegan chocolates and treats!
DOG CAMPS:
Camp Dogwood: Located in northwestern Illinois, this camp, for you and your dog, usually lasts
3 - 4 days per session. 4 sessions are offered per year. This is an outstanding camp that is truly as much fun
for people as it is for dogs! It is a place where your "dog can be a dog." The founders of the camp
are real animal lovers who have sought out the best people in their fields to give your dog a sampling of lots of different
fun activities and training methods.
Feel free to call me about concerns you may have for your animal friend, and I will be happy
to offer some suggestions for sources and types of work that may be helpful to you.
