Ark Animal Tracks

Diana L. Guerrero’s Ark Animal Tracks: July 2008

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Volume 6, Number 7
Publisher: Guerrero Ink
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July News & Tips
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IN THIS ISSUE
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1. Tales from the Trips (Latest News)
2. Discussion for the Month:
3. Critter Chronicles
4. Schedule of Upcoming Events & Appearances
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1. Tales from the Trips (Latest News)
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The good news this month is that I do have some small bursts of energy more frequently. Fortunately I was up enough to head down to Los Angeles to film three different segments for a new Animal Planet series scheduled to air in August.

If I get the air date in advance I’ll let you know.

Other than that I’ve been sticking close to home and resting per doctor’s orders. The up side is that I have time to pleasure read and am immersed in about three books at any one time.

Also, I am working at blogging now and again.

The weather up here has been beautiful and I am a little miffed that I am not able to get out and kayak yet…still too weak.

So, I hope for the best by August and in the meantime, if you want to leave any feedback, or questions, please comment on the blog.

Until next month or next blog post…
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2. Discussion for the Month
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Our filming appointments have not been as consistent as scheduled. Life seems to have gotten in the way but we are making progress. I have about 12 or more hours of video so far and a couple of other segments with professionals who have agreed to be filmed.

At the moment I am waiting for the edits to be completed on the Unusual Animal Career segment with the Wildlife Artist.

If you have been to the blog lately you know that I am addressing some of the animal career questions submitted by subscribers.

I will also be continuing the series on the blog as I regain my energy.

In the meantime, let me know if there are any particular animal careers you would like to see discussed. If you have sent them already—no need to send again–I will get to them!
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3. Critter Chronicles
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There has been a lot about primates in the media lately. My colleagues were housing Moe the chimpanzee at their facility when he escaped. He has been missing for over a week and a half and I am presuming that he was bit by a rattlesnake. If you have not read my comments, you can read more at the blog here:

Moe the Chimp Escapes–Still Missing

Most of you know that I don’t advocate exotic animal pets. If you have not read my position statement on exotic pets now.

There was a special that aired about “MonKids” which is what the media has been calling primate pets. The moniker came about because people are attempting to treat the animals like children. (Click the play link again once there to view more clips.)

On the domestic animal side this problem is also increasing. If you head to any pet store you can see the clothing items, jeweled accessories, handbag carriers, car seats, strollers, and other childlike paraphernalia.

Part of this is driven by the pet industry and part of the trend is due to the fact that over 63% of American households have pets and most see them as part of the family…furry kids.

The problem here is that the animals are not being valued or appreciated for who and what they are.

My concern is that the behavior problems caused by improper pet parenting manifest as behavior problems such as aggression. I used to only see it in the affluent families but now it has moved into the mainstream.

I am wondering what you think about this whole trend. Let me know on the blog or drop me a line.
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4. Schedule of Upcoming Events & Appearances
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My calendar is now live online. I am not scheduling much at the moment during recovery but you can access it at https://www.arkanimals.com/calendar/

Teleseminar Sign up: http://tinyurl.com/yukf8d

If you would like an animal behavior or training appointment just call (800) 818-7387 or you can book an appointment online. Don’t forget that I also do phone consultations.

Thanks for your continued support and suggestions
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Have a great month and stay tuned!
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Blog Posted July 7, 2008 at 11:52 am

Ark Animal Tracks May/June 2008

Diana L. Guerrero’s Ark Animal Tracks: May-June 2008

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Volume 6, Number 5/6

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May/June News & Tips

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IN THIS ISSUE

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1. Tales from the Trips (Latest News)

2. Discussion for the Month:

3. Critter Chronicles

4. Schedule of Upcoming Events & Appearances

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1. Tales from the Trips (Latest News)

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Okay, I didn’t fall off the face of the earth but I bet you are wondering just what is up.

The good news is that I am recovering but I don’t have a lot of energy at the moment as I am on the mend from Adrenal Fatigue. I wrote a little bit about it on the blog but the orders are to take it easy and relax—which for some reason has been a challenge.

Anyway, I am combing the May/June newsletter and it is going to be brief. So bear with me. I anticipate being a bit more of myself within 60-90 days if all goes well.

Cross your fingers that it is faster than that.

In the meantime, if you want to leave any feedback, or questions, please comment on the blog.

Until next month or next blog post…

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2. Discussion for the Month

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This month we began filming some segments for the Unusual Animal Career series and Pet Parenting School. I hope to have some of it edited an up within a month or so.

Except for that, I have not been doing much. Reading, resting, and kayaking is about all that I can handle.

However I have to say that one of the last cases I saw was a disappointment. Believe it or not, I hate it when my clients choose not to follow the prescribed program to alter behavior.

They pay me the same either way but since I am in my career because it is a passion—I get more happiness when I see that they are successful.

Recently a veterinarian I met said, “It isn’t a price issue—it is a convenience issue.”

Although she was referring to people feeding quality food over junk food, it also applies to my behavior modification and therapy practice.

People often do not want to change their habits. They don’t like this discomfort. It is not convenient because it takes effort.

In this case, the client did not want to make their dog uncomfortable—since it was an aggression case—I really don’t understand.

They said they wanted to change the behavior—but then they are not working the program.

Once I had a case that I hoped would be solved in six to eight weeks. The people did not want to do the work BUT they did some of it. Wouldn’t you know it, they called me six months later to say that all was well and they were thrilled.

Personally, I didn’t understand why they wouldn’t want to solve their problems in a shorter amount of time—but they were happy and so I was too.

Anyway, the convenience and habit issues are some of the main reasons I want to get the Pet Parenting School off the ground this year.

If people got off on the right foot (or paw as the case may be) it would eliminate many behavioral issues down the road and make for a peaceable kingdom in the home and in public.

At least that is what I’d like to see! How about you?

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3. Critter Chronicles

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The weather finally began to warm up—and then it snowed today!

Although it might sound strange to you, it isn’t anything significant or to worry about in our neck of the woods. In fact, we need the precipitation and so are glad to have it.

However, I am sure some of the business owners are worried about what it might do to the tourist traffic for the Memorial Day weekend.

As for me, I was really happy it warmed up. Every morning I amble down to the marina to hop into a kayak and paddle out to see what is new.

This week the carp began spawning. Actually, it is more like an orgy. If you have not ever checked out the Fawnskin Flyer check out the video I shot from the kayak and you can see what I mean.

The pelicans are gone but the geese, mallards, wood ducks, coots, and other waterfowl are active.

Funny, I needed a doctor’s order to get out to kayak but I think it is going to be a habit that won’t take much nudging for the rest of the summer!

One of the reasons it is so interesting is that things change drastically on a daily basis. Sometimes there are ospreys or maybe an eagle flying overhead. Then there is a constant change in the lake itself.

On the shore things have been interesting since the bears and a few predators have decided to live in closer proximity than usual.

If you haven’t read the living with bear tips I put up on the blog—go there now: https://www.arkanimals.com

In the meantime, let me know if there are any other topics you want me to discuss. I will get to them!

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4. Schedule of Upcoming Events & Appearances

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My calendar is now live online. I am not scheduling much at the moment during recovery but you can access it at https://www.arkanimals.com/calendar/

Teleseminar Sign up: http://tinyurl.com/yukf8d

If you would like an animal behavior or training appointment just call (800) 818-7387 or you can book an appointment online. Don’t forget that I also do phone consultations.

Thanks for your continued support and suggestions

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Have a great month and stay tuned!

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Please feel free to share this newsletter with anyone who is on the lookout for new books, speakers, and information related to animals or writing.

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PO Box 1989 PMB 215

40729 Village Drive Suite 8

Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

https://www.arkanimals.com

http://www.animalcareersecrets.com

http://www.blessingoftheanimals.com

http://www.whatanimalscanteachusaboutspirituality.com

http://www.guerreroink.com