DOG MEDICINE

• The dog is a protector and guardian.  Their acute hearing and keen sight forewarned their masters of impending danger. They serve selflessly never asking for their service to be praised.  They hold the energies of unconditional love and teach us its true meaning.

• Domesticated dogs are faithful companions to humans and enjoys being useful by serving human friends.  Their sense of spirit and the ability to love even when abused is incredible.  The dog teaches those with this totem how to give and receive love unconditionally.  It also carries the energy of forgiveness.  People with dog medicine would do well in service oriented jobs.

• Dogs are intelligent and sensitive. They are able to sniff out dangerous situations accurately and guide us into safety. Psychic gifts have long been are associated with the dog because of their ability to detect subtle energy frequencies often unknown to mankind. If dog suddenly appears in your life pay attention to your immediate surroundings and let the dog guide your footsteps.

• Certain breeds of dog were designed for specific functions. The study of the breed and its purpose can help you define the energy associated with it. Since wolves and coyotes are its descendants these should be studied as well.

• The behavior of a dog often reflects the personality of its owner. Through its observation and constant interaction with you it anticipates your next move, and serves as a mirror image of who you truly are. The dog is a great teacher for those who are willing to be loyal students. The choice is yours.

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Children's Best Friend: Dogs Help Autistic Children Adapt, Study Shows

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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/10/101019121814.htm

Dog Spirit

Dogs have one of the best totems or spirit guides because they are well attuned to the nature of humans and understand the best ways to guide them.  Throughout history the dog has been known as man's best friend.  There are hundreds of varieties, sizes and shapes found on every continent.  Certain breeds of dog are designed for specific functions.

Dr. Bernie Siegel How Animals Help Heal 6/9/2010 - Life Coach, Sue | Internet Radio | Blog Talk Radio

This is a show for every animal lover During this radio segment you will hear stories from Dr Bernie Siegel how animals have helped him help his patients cope and heal. You will hear radio host Sue Londons story of how her dog Rocky was her teacher as well as a healer for Sue. Be inspired to look at your pet with different eyes at the end of this segment Jun 09 2010

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Check Out Rupert Sheldrake on Animal Telepathy  

http://www.schumachercollege.org.uk/community/mind-and-cosmos-an-open-evening-with-rupert-sheld

Rupert Sheldrake talks about animal telepathy at Schumacher College. He shares results of his fascinating research and shows that telepathy is a normal means of communications between animals and people. He shows how how the largely ignored subject of telepathy could have a remarkable impact on our scientific understanding.
Animal telepathy is a subject Rupert has been exploring for last 20 years. More detail of his work on animal telepathy and morphic resonance can be found in his book:
Dogs That Know When Their Owners Are Coming Home

To find out more about Rupert Sheldrake and his work or to participate in his research visit his website at sheldrake.org

Rupert Sheldrake is a biologist and author of of more than 75 scientific papers and several books, including The Rebirth of Nature and, with Matthew Fox, Nature Grace: Dialogues on Science and Spirituality.