Could my Dogs Anxiety Be Telling Me Something?

Nala's human, Savi contacted me hoping to get some insight to help with Nala's concerning behavior. Nala was approaching 90 pounds and she could barely control her on leash when they would go for walks. Concerned for her safety and the safety of other people, she had been working with a trainer who said Nala had lots of anxiety but the training techniques didn't seem to be helping very much.

When I connected with Nala, she told me she wasn't an anxious dog and that she was reacting to her human's fearful energy-anticipating what negative event might happen when they were out on walks. Nala communicated that she wanted her human to become aware of her own energy, how powerful she was, and how a shift in her energy could greatly impact not only Nala but the people around her. Nala wanted Savi to breathe and do a short meditation before they went out for a walk so that she was focused, grounded, and standing in her power. 

Nala's behavior quickly changed once her human relaxed and walked with confidence. Nala began listening to what Savi expected from her and now the two are connected on a much deeper level, communicating with greater ease. Nala is overjoyed that her message was heard and that she was able to help her human see how powerful she truly is.   

Observe how the animals in your life are teaching you through their behaviors and actions. Animals feel everything and we are wired to reflect back to you what you may not be able to see about yourself in a way that gets your attention. 

Kathy Van GuilderComment