Barbie

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...

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 ...

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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. ...

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 wei...

Warning signs to heed Skunks use their powerful defense only when they or their young are threatened and cannot escape. Even then, they give ample warning that should be heeded — stamping front feet, a raised tail, hissing, short forward charges and twisting their hind end around in your direction. Spotted skunks will even contort into a characteristic handstand, rump in the air with eyes still fixed on the threat.Move away slowly and quietly. By nature, Barbie tends to ignore these warnings, so it is important she be restrained for her own good. Tolerance Because of the lingering odor, and fear of being sprayed it may be hard for some people to tolerate skunks living under a deck or old shed. But skunks need shelter when they are most vulnerable (during the coldest parts of the winter and when raising young). The nocturnal habits of skunks, their non-aggressive nature and the beneficial role they play are all good reasons to leave them alone until they have moved on their own...

Barbie Service Dog Enjoying a moment to smell the roses, If you are following my blog, check out this short video of a fellow service dog. His life of 19-1/2 years is a life of making people happy. see link: https://weloveanimals.me/dying-woman-holds-19-yo-service-dog-close-dogs-next-move-brought-everyone-tears/ see Barbie bring smiles and love to all she meets