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Barbie Visits Mother Cluckers in Palatine, Illinois There are no TVs, just great music. All our food is fresh and made with family recipes. Barbie noticed they are BYOB, do bring your favorite wine or 6 packs and we will put it on ice for you. Sit back, relax, and let us do the cooking. http://mothercluckerskitchen.com/ Barbie wants to tell you a short story first to explain why I love Mother Cluckers.  Of course the name is funny, so you really hope the food is good.  Excellent is all I can say.  To start, the chicken tasted like fried chicken but you could tell it was so much lighter with almost no grease.  It had a very crispy texture you typically find on fried chicken.  Very crispy and crunchy.  The chicken dinner comes with either biscuits or hush puppies....Barbie got the hush puppies and they were really good. Go try it tell them Barbie sent you!

 Loving Care Animal Hospital Loving Care because pets are family.   Their goal is to provide the highest standard of veterinary care in a compassionate manner, to develop an open, honest alliance with our clients and to celebrate the human animal bond. They realize that your animal companions are beloved family members and we strive to treat them with special attention.  They strongly adhere to the belief that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Comprehensive physical examinations are recommended at least yearly with appropriate vaccinations for any diseases which your pet may be susceptible to. Senior Wellness Programs are designed to keep those pets over seven years happy and healthy into their golden years. http://www.lovingcareanimalhospital.net/ Barbie makes her regular visits to Dr. Gellatly, who insists that check ups are most important to stay in good health. Brushing Your Dog's Teeth Dr. Gellatly talks about brushing your dog's teeth

“My goal in life is to be as good of a person as my dog thinks I am.” This starts with Grooming Barbie... People love to touch Barbie's top knot, or Pom. The people at Jimminy Clippers have been doing a great job for her. Give them a call, you won't be disappointed. We love the bows and ribbons they put in her ears... “No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you feel rich.”  💋💋

The Secret to Happiness The meaning of life is to live it. The secret to a happy dog is to help her live a fulfilled life. That means she actively participates in it. She plays, goes places, and does things. Basically, the secret to a happy dog is not much different at all from the secret to a happy person. Do dogs have a sense of self-esteem? If you doubt it, just watch a dog who has accomplished a complicated task. See how she holds her head high and struts! Dogs need to have confidence in themselves and their ability to master tasks. Training a dog builds her self-esteem. It makes them feel good to master the perfect Sit and earn your appreciation! Learning tricks is fun for dogs. There are also all sorts of canine sports available that dogs enjoy. Agility, fly ball, ultimate frisbee, and lure coursing are just some of the examples. A dog with a hobby is a fulfilled dog.

They’re Excited to See You Happy dogs greet you at the door, get excited when you wake up, and keep an eye on you when they're playing in the dog park…unless their best canine friends are demanding all their attention, of course.

Barbie at work In a room full of people or a store full of shoppers, you'll find Barbie watching, guarding, and be very attentive to the person she is linked to.

It's always fun to stop, and enjoy the fresh air outdoors.

How to get a service dog You must meet several criteria to be eligible for a service dog. This may include: having a physical disability or debilitating illness or disorder being able to participate in the dog’s training process being able to independently command and care for a service dog having a stable home environment Service dogs are trained to meet a person’s needs before they’re placed in someone’s home. A dog that has already served as a pet usually can’t be trained later as service dog. To apply for a psychiatric service dog, you will need a recommendation from a medical doctor or licensed mental health professional. About  18 percent  of American adults experience some form of mental health disorder. Overall, about  4 percent   of American adults experience a severe or debilitating mental health disorder. This means that only a fraction of people who have a mental health disorder are qualified for a psychiatric service dog. People who have anxiety t

Just a note before visiting a Nursing Home or Hospital...  Hospital Visitors Don't enter the hospital if you have any symptoms that could be contagious . Neither your patient nor other hospital workers can afford to catch whatever you have. If you have symptoms like a cough, runny nose, rash or even diarrhea, don't visit. Make a phone call or send a card instead. Don't take young children to visit unless it's absolutely necessary . Even then, check with the hospital before you take a child with you. Many hospitals have restrictions on when children may visit. Don't take food to your patient unless you know the patient can tolerate it . Many patients are put on special diets while in the hospital. This is especially true for those with certain diseases or even those who have recently had  anesthesia  for surgery. Our goodies could cause big problems. Don't visit if your presence will cause stress or anxiety . If there is a problem in

Barbie poses for Goodyear tires, at Busch Tire in Palatine, IL https://buschauto.com

The Power of Pause When we first make contact with Barbie, we see she is well trained. It seems as though most of us are in a constant rush. We want things to happen now and are impatient if this fails to occur. By slowing down and acknowledging the importance of spaces in time, we may actually achieve what we desire more quickly. The pause allows us a moment to reflect, exhale, become neutral, integrate, be mindful and listen. Pausing when we put our hand out, before starting,   allows Barbie to make a connection and gives her a moment, as in a greeting. A moment of stillness upon approach when wanting to engage Barbie instead of just marching up to her, walk a few steps, stop for a moment, exhale and diffuse your gaze causes an Barbie to feel less invaded. Then it allows her to meet us in the approach. When doing groundwork and you give a signal, such as asking Barbie to move forward, people often give a signal and immediately scold when she does not comply. Reme

Barbie says it's always a pleasure to visit with Miss Judy https://www.nch.org/treatment-care/prevention-and-wellness-center Wellness Center, how do I love thee?  Let me count the ways: You are spotless and upscale. Your Physical Therapists are excellent. In fact, every staff member is outstanding- friendly and professional. You offer an excellent selection of fitness classes. Nutrition is a key element in your health and wellness journey. The Registered Dietitian (RD) has extensive experience in helping individuals achieve their health goals. A wide range of programs and services are available, including: Individual nutrition counseling for all ages  – spend one-on-one time with the Registered Dietitian to individualize a meal plan for weight management, learn about good nutrition and provide follow-up focused on nutrition behavior change. Children under 14 need to be accompanied by an adult. Counseling for couples is also available. WIN program for weight m