In our recent blog post How Animals Improve our Social Emotional Learning, we discussed that interactions with animals help increase positive emotions and decrease feelings of anxiety and depression. It has also been noted by many articles that therapy animals can help students relax during finals season in school and allow them to focus better in classrooms. We have also seen the recent trend of young children reading to dogs and cats in humane societies and shelters across the country, as it helps improve the animals’ social skills and the children’s reading skills.
With that in mind, we thought that we should provide our readers with some great resources on how to thank your animal friends. We are also including a few resources for those who have acquired a new pet during covid.
| Adjusting with “Pandemic Pets” | |||
| You Adopted A Pandemic Pet. Now You’re Going Back To The Office. What Next? | This article explains the thoughts of separation anxiety with “Pandemic Pet” owners | ||
| No, ‘pandemic pets’ aren’t being surrendered. But some families still need support. | This article explains the truth behind pandemic pets, how to help those struggling to afford their pets in this time of economic crisis, and advice from some veterinarians. | ||
| 10 Common Dog Behavior Problems | This article discusses how to deal with behavior issues in dogs. Please remember to consult a professional when you do not feel comfortable about the behavior or the behavior becomes unsafe for the pet or people around them. | ||
| Tips for Solving Common Behavior Problems | This article discusses how to deal with behavior issues in dogs. Please remember to consult a professional when you do not feel comfortable about the behavior or the behavior becomes unsafe for the pet or people around them. | ||
| Top 12 Behavioral Problems in Dogs | This article discusses how to deal with behavior issues in dogs. Please remember to consult a professional when you do not feel comfortable about the behavior or the behavior becomes unsafe for the pet or people around them. | ||
| Thanking your Furry Friends | |||
| Resource | Overview | Type of Pet | |
| How Do Dogs Say Thank You? | This article explains how dogs express love and gratitude towards their humans |
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| 8 Ways to Say ‘I Love You’ in Dog Language | Here is an article on how to thank your Dog | ||
| 10 Ways To Thank Your Dog This Thanksgiving | Here is an article on how to thank your Dog | ||
| TOP TEN WAYS TO SAY “THANK YOU” TO YOUR DOG THIS HOLIDAY SEASON… PART I | Here is an article on how to thank your Dog | ||
| 105 Homemade Dog Treat Recipes: Healthy & Super-Woof Easy | Here are some great recipes for dog biscuits. Please consult your veterinarian with any dietary concerns. | ||
| How Do Cats Say Thank You? | This article explains how cats express love and gratitude towards their humans |
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| 8 Ways to Appreciate Your Cat | Here is an article on how to thank your cat | ||
| 10 Ways to Thank Your Cat | Here is an article on how to thank your cat | ||
| 20 Ways To Thank Your Horse | Here is an article on how to thank your horse | Horse | |
| 3 Homemade Horse Treats That are Fun to Make | Here are some great recipes for horse treats. Please consult your veterinarian with any dietary concerns. | ||
| 10 Tasty and Healthy Treats That Birds Love | Here is an article about some yummy snacks your pet bird would love | Bird | |
| Great Ways to Pamper Your Parrot on Pet Bird Day | Here is a great article on how to pamper your pet bird | ||
| BIRD TREATS: From the Northern Michigan Wildlife Rehabilitation Newsletter | Here are some recipes to make treats for wild birds – and most likely squirrels too | ||