Soul Touched by Dogs - Ruth McDonagh (Dr. Daniel Springer-Spaniel) 'They're All Barking' - Combining Canine Therapy and Writing to Help You Understand Your Dog

Ruth McDonagh (Dr. Daniel Springer-Spaniel) 'They're All Barking' - Combining Canine Therapy and Writing to Help You Understand Your Dog

06/09/24 • 21 min

In this episode, I speak with Ruth, a Whole Energy Body Balance practitioner who provides specialized dog massage focused on connective tissue and neuro fascia. Based in Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, Ruth shares her journey from a writer and journalist to a canine massage therapist. She discusses the benefits of her practice for dogs with physical and emotional issues and emphasizes the importance of respecting dogs as canines. Ruth also introduces her book, 'They're All Barking,' which combines humor and serious messages to help dog owners better understand and care for their pets. Join us to learn more about Ruth's transformative work with dogs and her mission to improve their well-being.

00:00 Introduction and Excitement

00:20 Ruth's Background and Dog Massage

01:02 Discovering Whole Energy Body Balance

03:10 Types of Dogs and Issues Addressed

05:47 Unexpected Path: From Writer to Dog Therapist

08:21 Publishing 'They're All Barking'

16:29 Key Messages and Respect for Dogs

17:43 Where to Find Ruth and Professor Daniel

19:41 Conclusion and Farewell

To find out more and connect with Ruth:

www.a-calmer-canine.co.uk for my WEBB work

https://www.facebook.com/CalmerCanineWinchcombe/

https://www.instagram.com/acalmercanine/

For the book:

www.professordaniel.co.uk

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553905868452

https://www.instagram.com/professordanielspspaniel/

All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.com

00:00 Introduction and Excitement

00:20 Ruth's Background and Dog Massage

01:02 Discovering Whole Energy Body Balance

03:10 Types of Dogs and Issues Addressed

05:47 Unexpected Path: From Writer to Dog Therapist

08:21 Publishing 'They're All Barking'

16:29 Key Messages and Respect for Dogs

17:43 Where to Find Ruth and Professor Daniel

19:41 Conclusion and Farewell

To find out more and connect with Ruth:

www.a-calmer-canine.co.uk for my WEBB work

https://www.facebook.com/CalmerCanineWinchcombe/

https://www.instagram.com/acalmercanine/

For the book:

www.professordaniel.co.uk

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553905868452

https://www.instagram.com/professordanielspspaniel/

All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.com

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00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome

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02:12 The Role of a Professional Dog Trainer

04:30 Building Strong Relationships with Dogs

10:20 Understanding and Addressing Dog Behavior

13:55 Respecting Animal Perception and Communication

32:05 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information

Find out more and connect with Suzanne at https://suzanneclothier.com/

All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.com

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Find out more and get in touch with Leah at https://www.lgemerick.com/end-of-life-pet-photography

All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.com/

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:19 Leah's Background and Business

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13:22 Preparing for a Pet Photoshoot

17:51 Contact Information and Final Thoughts

Soul Touched by Dogs - Ruth McDonagh (Dr. Daniel Springer-Spaniel) 'They're All Barking' - Combining Canine Therapy and Writing to Help You Understand Your Dog

Transcript

00:00:00.789

Welcome to the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, the show for dog lovers who see dogs not as toys or tools, but wise souls worth our respect and care. I'm an Herrmann, and I'm your host. I talk to poor some humans, people who do great work for dogs and their people. So come and join us for today's conversation.

Anke00:00:25.754

Hello and welcome, Ruth. I'm like, I always say I'm super excited, but like, it's super true today.

Ruth