Kathy has preached the power of brilliant partnership for many years and practiced it with her dogs. In that time, she’s learned how important it is to give dogs room to bloom.
In this episode of Enlightened by Dogs, Beth Williams, licensed physical therapist and certified Dancing Hearts Partnership Coach, joins to discuss why giving dogs room to bloom is crucial to being a great dog mom.
Kathy and Beth dive into the culture and expectations around giving dogs space, keeping them safe and the incredible international Yellow Dog Project.
She recommends checking your own emotions and judgement, acknowledging dogs that need extra space and respecting all dogs’ boundaries!
Here is Marianne’s poem, ‘All Dogs Look Good In Yellow’, featured in this episode:
All dogs look good in yellow.
All dogs want that grace.
All dogs appreciate us asking
Can we share your space?
Big dogs can want to cuddle.
But big dogs want space too.
Little dogs are just like big dogs
And medium dogs have the same view.
Fluffy dogs look cute and cuddly.
Short-haired dogs are soft and smooth.
Hairless dogs are very tempting
But they've all got the same groove.
They all want us to ask them.
They'd like a chance to say ‘yes’.
Saying ‘no’ is another perfect answer.
We just don't want to make it a guess.
Because all dogs look good in yellow.
All dogs give us back so much.
So let's all respect and love them
and always ask before we touch.
In this episode:
- Beth’s career and work
- The Yellow Dog Project
- Beth’s three tips for being a Brilliant Partner
Quotes:
“No dog should have to tolerate being approached and petted by strangers without being asked and without giving their consent.”
“I use the tools in my toolbox so that me and my dog are starting from a place every day of feeling safe, calm, happy and confident.”
“My goal in coaching is to help create those happy, harmonious dog houses to help people connect with their dogs, and to enjoy life together.”
Contact Beth Williams:
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