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Dr. Monica Diedrich, The Pet Communicator
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Dear
Monica,
2009 has been a year of changes. Some good, some expected, and at least
one, well. . . not so good. But all of the changes were filled with new
experiences and lessons that continue to make us who and what we are.
My
husband and I had lived in the same home in Anaheim for 34 years, and I didn't
know if I wanted to move, or stay there for the rest of my life. Being the
wonderful husband he is, he proposed that we rent a nice home in a nice area for
one year, and at the end of that year he'd let me choose what I wanted to do. We
soon found a lovely home to rent, and our son and his family moved into our
former home.
During the year we lived in Anaheim Hills, we saw the economy dwindle and
homes come down in price to half of what they were before. We had some money
saved up, and it looked like a great opportunity for us to buy another home, so
even though I was feeling great internal turmoil, I did agree to move again at
the end of our rental year.
After an extensive search, we bought a wonderful new home in Norco Hills.
(For those clients in Orange County, CA. we're at the intersection of the 91 and
15 freeways.)
 I'm sitting in my office
overlooking our ½ acre backyard, looking at my husband happily working on our
Palapa. Next he will work on a doggy run, enclosures, and playground. He was
given 'early retirement' at his work (the expected change), but not to worry, my
'honey do' list is vast and long, so he'll be very busy for quite awhile!
Besides, he'll also be helping me with my next endeavor. From time to time I've been asked by my clients about pet sitting for their
animals when they're away, but in the past I found I wasn't equipped to provide
that kind of service. I was always working, didn't have the space for them to
run in a backyard, or if I had to be away from home during the day, there was no
one else there during those times.
Now, we have a big house, a huge backyard, and my husband is home all day.
Perfect time to open our doors to our new venture called "A Doggy Inn!" Much
more about that just a little further below.
Everything I've just shared with you above was either good news or expected
news for us. However, on a sad note (the bad news), our precious old girl of 16
years "Princess Tatianna" had to be euthanized on July 22nd. She'd lived a very
long and happy life, and in the end she taught me that it was OK to die with
dignity when all of your senses are gone and there's no more happiness left.
She's survived by her daughter Youshi, who at 14 years and 9 months of age is
slowly but surely following her mom's longevity, and also her health
challenges.
Even though I'd lost a great love when Princess crossed over the Rainbow
Bridge, and I still had our precious Youshi, the lesson for me was to then let
another special love come into my life. And that special little love did come
into my life, thanks to a friend of a friend of a client, who put me in touch
with Chopy Jr., our now five-month-old new little Shih-Tzu. He has lots of
energy, and he keeps all of us young, and he adores Youshi!
Now, on to even more good news. As far as my consultations are concerned, I
still see clients every day and do events on weekends, so please check out my Schedule of Events on my website
for more information. And remember, every Wednesday, I also provide 15 minute consultations at
two different Animal Hospitals.
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10.00AM to 12
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12 Noon to
2:00PM
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Animal Medical Center
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Loma Linda Animal Hospital
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Dr.
Burch
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Dr.
Sigdestad
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340
6th Street
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2605 S.
Waterman Ave
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Redlands, CA
92374
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San
Bernardino, CA
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(909)
793-1499
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(909)
825-3144
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Please call in advance
for an appointment, although same-day appointments may sometimes be available.
I hope to see you soon!
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More About
"A Doggy Inn"
We were planning
a one-week vacation in late May this year, when I realized that my 16- year-old
Princess couldn't be left with just anybody. She was deaf and blind, didn't go
for walks anymore, and if she was spooked by a loud bang or vibration, she'd
shake uncontrollably for hours afterwards.
What was worse, because she'd also lost her sense of smell, it would take
her about 10 minutes to 'find' her bowl of food, even though it was always in
the same place. Hand feeding her was out of the question since she moved away at
the first sign of having anything close to her face. We just had to be
patient and lift the food bowl reasonably near her nose until she found it. We
also periodically switched to different smelling foods so the new scent would
prompt her to start eating. Yes, it was time consuming, but when you love
someone, you do it without giving it a second thought. But who else would do
that for her?
She couldn't be left at a regular kennel where they put all of the dogs
together for play time because she didn't play anymore. And I couldn't take her
to a vet clinic to be left in a wire cage all the time. She had her 'spot' in a
corner of my office, and that's the only place where she felt safe. Otherwise,
she would shake uncontrollably and move around like a caged lion. Just thinking
about her discomfort over having to be in a strange place made me feel
sick!
Although, I had found at least one place that would have been appropriate
for her, in the end, Princess passed on before we left on vacation, but all the
anguish I felt during my search made me think about the hundreds of people, just
like me, who worry about leaving their pets behind. MANY never take vacations at
all because they can't even bear the thought of making their Fido stay in a cage
or a cement run the entire time they're away.
After discussing this kind of problem at length with my husband, we decided
to open our own home for those pets with limitations or special needs, and for
those owners who worry themselves sick about their 'babies' when they have to be
away.
Although we can care for any kind of pet, we want to specialize in those
that are hard to place in a regular kennel or a veterinary clinic -- those who
suffer from separation anxiety, the very young, the old, the senile, the infirm,
the sick, and those who need 24/7 attention, shots, or pills.
If you need tender loving care for your pet in a family-oriented setting
while you travel, attend seminars, or visit friends and family, all you have to
do is call me in advance at (714) 772-2207. For those who live fairly close to
us, we even offer pick-up and delivery service for a small additional charge.
We've already had the opportunity to care for cats and dogs, although all types
of pets are welcome.
Our first two visitors were dogs belonging to a client who originally came
to see me about a behavior problem with one of her two dogs. Luke had started
peeing around the house, and especially in the kitchen, even while she was
watching him. We talked about that at our first consultation, plus a lot of
other things, and after creating a plan of action, she left. She then called me
a couple of weeks later asking if we could sit for both dogs one weekend. "Of
course!" I said. "It would be a pleasure to do so!"
She dropped Luke and Bella off at our home on a Friday afternoon, and I
watched Luke like a hawk because I wanted to understand why he had the need to
pee so often. I decided to start communicating with him, although this wasn't in
our contract, but I did it just because I wanted to get an idea about why he
kept insisting that he 'had to go.'
Well, by the end of the weekend, I was convinced it wasn't a behavioral
problem, but a health issue instead. When she returned, I told Luke's mom that
she should take him to the vet right away because I had the feeling he had
crystals in his urine.
She did, and he was immediately diagnosed with a urinary tract infection,
with crystals in his urine! Two problems solved - a health issue, and a change
in behavior!
I'm not saying that I can do this for everyone who comes to "A Doggy Inn,"
but a live-in visit always gives me a better idea of what your pets are trying
to tell us.
So, I hope you'll keep my phone number handy and give us a call next time
you're planning a weekend off, or a vacation.
My office number is (714) 772-2207.
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For Pet's Sake, Do Something! Book 3
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For Pet's Sake Do Something! Book Three
Dr. Monica Diedrich
Two Paws Up Press (2008)
ISBN 9780979448614
Reviewed by Kam Aures for Rebeccasreads.com (07/09)
"For Pet's Sake Do Something! Book Three" presents various ways to help
heal your dog or cat by using alternative and complementary therapies.
This is the third book in the "For Pet's Sake Do Something!" series of
books. I have not read the prior two but after reading Dr. Monica Diedrich's
newest, I think that they may be ones that I would like to check out.
The book covers a number of different methods of healing. The first
section starts out explaining how to use flower essences and essential oils.
Diedrich then moves on to explore magnetic therapy, reflexology, massage, and
sound healing, among multitudes of other methods that you are able to perform on
your own. The third section looks at professional therapies like chiropractic
care and acupuncture. Finally, Diedrich presents us with a lot of useful
information regarding first aid, how pets age, and foods and plants that pets
should avoid.
I found the book to be jam-packed with interesting information. One of the
things that I learned is that there is "a direct link between different parts of
the body and specific sounds. Each organ of the body has its own frequency, and
that frequency resonates with specific sound vibrations that help it to function
optimally." (p.104) These correspond to the exact same frequencies in music.
For example, lungs correspond to the F tone, and the Colon to B. If you found
that little bit of knowledge to be intriguing, let me tell you that the whole
book is full of useful facts just like that one.
I think that "For Pet's Sake Do Something! Book Three" would be a
wonderful reference book for anyone who wants to try alternative and
complementary therapies with their pet, learn about pet first aid, and/or just
learn general overall information to help their pet live the best life
possible. The therapies are presented in a very easy-to-understand format and
you will learn a lot from this
book!
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