Contented Canines with Jules Ballard

Contented Canines with Jules Ballard Dog Behaviourist and animal wellness support specialising in anxiety, fear and reactivity.
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06/06/2024
22/05/2024

We have heard from many of you that it is hard to get hold of Nayana’s books because Amazon is random with availability and pricing. So here is where you can find her books easily and at the same time support independent bookstores (which we are all for!)

1. Find them at my site (https://essentialanimals.com/books-landingpage/
2. Visit our Bookshop in the UK https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/ess_ans here you can find Nayana’s books and a selection of other books we love
3. USA Bookshop (https://bookshop.org/shop/ess_ans)
4. And also in the USA Dr. Judy Morgan's Naturally Healthy Pets carries the Aromatic Dog and Cat (https://drjudymorgan.com/collections/books-merch-books), along with lots of other good stuff.

And of course, you can still find the books in all the online retailers if that’s your preference. Essential Animals is all about giving choices 🙂















Animal self-selection is not a replacement for veterinary care so always contact your vet if you are concerned about you...
05/04/2024

Animal self-selection is not a replacement for veterinary care so always contact your vet if you are concerned about your animal, but if you would like to learn more then please reach out
[email protected]

07/03/2024

Join us live in the Animal Wellness Community for this month’s webinar ‘Working with Crystals’ with Kirsty McIvor of Hedgerow Healing on Wednesday 13th March at 7pm UK time.

In this webinar Kirsty will take us on a journey into the world of Crystals from their historical significance, scientific research and how to incorporate them in your healing tool kit when working with animals and their guardians.

You will learn:
💎Their origins, and their significance throughout history
💎How crystals work and the fascinating effects
💎The importance of ethical practices in sourcing crystals
💎How to care your crystals
💎How to offer for self-selection in different ways
💎And more…

Whether you're a seasoned crystal enthusiast or a curious beginner, this webinar is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to incorporate crystals into your animals healing practice.

Don’t miss out join the Animal Wellness Community today: https://essentialanimals.com/animal-wellness-community-sign-up/









Happy Valentine's Day!
14/02/2024

Happy Valentine's Day!

Re-sharing this infographic I designed last year for Valentine's DayWhy not share 3 things that you love doing with your...
13/02/2024

Re-sharing this infographic I designed last year for Valentine's Day

Why not share 3 things that you love doing with your dog

I absolutely loved this course and getting to work closely with cats as well as dogs. If you are interested in experien...
30/01/2024

I absolutely loved this course and getting to work closely with cats as well as dogs. If you are interested in experiencing how working with an animal wellness practitioner can help your companion then reach out for more information
https://contented-canines.com

Congratulations to Jules Ballard our latest graduate from the APA certificate course! I am thrilled to welcome you on to our outstanding team of APA practitioners. Your dedication to animal well-being is inspiring and I know that you are going to be making the world a better place for both animals and their human companions with your impressive skill set and compassion. Jules is a certified animal behaviourist, ACE Trainer, reflexologist, trauma resolution practitioner, separation anxiety trainer and now an APA practitioner! If you are looking for support with your dogs or cats, you can find her at:

You can reach Jules at:
🌐 Websites: https://contented-canines.com & https://contented-canines.newzenler.com
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1202003626934051
📧 Email: [email protected]

Learn more about the APA certificate course:
🔗 https://essentialanimals.com/animal-wellness-online-course/animal-psycharomatica-online-certificate-course/

Thank you to everyone for all the lovely messages, love and hugs x
23/01/2024

Thank you to everyone for all the lovely messages, love and hugs x

This afternoon we said goodbye to our wonderful Zeb aged 13.5. We shall miss him dearly. 💔
22/01/2024

This afternoon we said goodbye to our wonderful Zeb aged 13.5. We shall miss him dearly. 💔

Why not decide to spend some time on YOU this New Year and take 15 mins every day for self-care. This could be a quiet ...
31/12/2023

Why not decide to spend some time on YOU this New Year and take 15 mins every day for self-care. This could be a quiet cuppa, a gentle walk to connect with nature or learning something new.

Just a few minutes each day (and not just on Sunday) can help to keep us physically and emotionally well

For more information on wellbeing for you and your dog https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection

Have you spent this Christmas rushing around taking care of those you love?Why not decide to spend some time on YOU this...
30/12/2023

Have you spent this Christmas rushing around taking care of those you love?

Why not decide to spend some time on YOU this New Year?

It is vital that we are physically and emotionally well to enable us to care for others and our animal companions.

For more information on wellbeing for you and your dog https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection

Essential oils and hydrosols are an integral part of both of my dogs’ daily life, particularly for my senior dog. They a...
28/12/2023

Essential oils and hydrosols are an integral part of both of my dogs’ daily life, particularly for my senior dog. They are always offered for self-selection and Zeb (13 ½) usually chooses Cedarwood, Ginger, Peppermint or Frankincense and Dakota (2) German Chamomile, Cedarwood and Vetiver, though these vary depending on their needs that day.

For more information on essential oils and self-selection, wellbeing for you and your dog https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection

Cedarwood: (Stabilises) for backache, fear (particularly older age related fears), timidity and animals that are easily unsettled �

Frankincense: (Grounding) is good for fear, anxiety, noise sensitivity and restlessness

German Chamomile (Anti-irritant) for inflammation, itching and calming.

Ginger (warming) for pain, anti-inflammatory, backache, lack of confidence, older animals who may be stiff and feel the cold

Peppermint: (Stimulating) Good for indigestion, bruises, tendon strain, colitis, colic, circulatory problems.�

Vetiver: (Grounding) anti- inflammatory, calming, general stiffness and discomfort, clumsiness, excitable behaviour, clingyness.�

All diluted in various carrier oils. Zeb will often select Hypericum oil which is balancing, soothing and cooling.�

Always speak to your vet before using essential oils or hydrosols with your animal, as some may interact with other medications or conditions they have.

27/12/2023

Zeb is a 13 ½ year old German Shepherd who has arthritis and degenerative myelopathy. He has developed anxiety and a fear of the dark over the last year as he has aged. His world has become very small.

Free Work allows hims to exercise choice, increases confidence and provides enrichment and gentle movement at his pace.

If you would like to learn more about Free Work for dogs and other ways to increase both yours and your dog’s wellbeing https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection

Zeb is a 13 ½ year old German Shepherd who has arthritis and degenerative myelopathy. He has developed anxiety and a fe...
26/12/2023

Zeb is a 13 ½ year old German Shepherd who has arthritis and degenerative myelopathy. He has developed anxiety and a fear of the dark over the last year as he has aged. All of these supplements are offered for self-selection and never added to his food. He chooses which ones he needs that day.

If you would like to learn more about self-selection for dogs and other ways to increase both yours and your dog’s wellbeing https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection

Deer Antler Powder is good for arthritis inflammation and supports the immune system, healthy muscles, bones and joints and reduces cholesterol. It is a great way of obtaining the benefits of deer antlers without the risk of broken teeth.

Brewers Yeast contains B vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and promotes healthy skin, hair, eyes, and liver function in humans and pets. It can relieve anxiety. It also repels fleas and ticks!

Hops is a pain reliever and calming herb which helps to relieve anxiety and over-arousal.

Green lipped mussel contains chondroitin, amino acids and omega 3 to soothe stiff joints, repair connective tissue help skin conditions.

Parsley contains Vitamins A, C, B1, B2 and K as well as calcium, potassium, iron and many other minerals, it is a diuretic and beneficial for rheumatic conditions.

Seaweed is often selected for support of the nervous system, metabolic disorders, thyroid function, liver support and those who are run down or need to detox.

Always check with your vet before using herbs and supplements with your dog.

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DO YOU DREAM OF ACHIEVING BALANCE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD? To enroll on this course just click https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/achieving-animal-balance Currently on special offer for £80 If you have invested in one of my courses before, then contact me directly to claim further discounts

https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/crystals This crystal mini course is currently on special offer for £15

Zeb is a 13 ½ year old German Shepherd who has arthritis and degenerative myelopathy. He has developed anxiety and a fear of the dark over the last year as he has aged. His world has become very small. Free Work allows hims to exercise choice, increases confidence and provides enrichment and gentle movement at his pace. If you would like to learn more about Free Work for dogs and other ways to increase both yours and your dog’s wellbeing https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection

This course gives you 8 self-paced modules which will enable you to achieve a sense of wellbeing for yourself and your dog. https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/wellness-and-connection In order to be effective guardians, we need to take care of ourselves first, so there are some modules just for you, though the majority are for your dog. • Welcome and Orientation • Your Wellbeing – Stress, posture, resilience and managing grief • Your Self-Care – Relaxation techniques, guided imagery and EFT • Your Dog’s Wellbeing – Vital signs, stress factors, pain and meeting needs • Get To Know Your Dog – Body language, senses, TCM, 5 elements and EFT for dogs • Emergencies - Being Aware and Being Prepared • Calming Measures for your Dog – ACE Free Work and TTouch to facilitate connection • Zoopharmacognosy – The art of self-selection for animals The information provided in this course is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional veterinary care or treatment. I have provided accurate information, but do not assume any liability for the use of that information which is at your own risk. It is vital to consult a vet if you are concerned about your dog’s health as individual circumstances may vary and before you make any decisions regarding their health. Similarly, if you are concerned about your own health you should consult a doctor.

Animal self-selection is a practice where animals are given the opportunity to select plant extracts to maintain, or return themselves, back to health using their innate ability to 'know' what they need to correct imbalances within their body. If you are interested in trying self-selection with your own dogs I have 2 starter kits available, one with botanical herbs and one with diluted oils If you would like to invest in your own self-selection journey and you live within the UK then click on the relevant link below https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/essential-oil-starter-kit https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/botanical-herb-starter-kit You should always inform your vet that you intend to give your dog herbs or essential oils, as some may interact with existing conditions or medications.

DAY 24 – CREATING A CONNECTION The importance of maintaining the wonderful bond between you and your dogs by respecting each other’s boundaries and always obtaining consent. We hope you have enjoyed this advent calendar and taken away some tips to ensure you have a calm and connected walk. Happy Christmas from Contented Canines and Confident Canine To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 23 – SNIFFARI ADVENTURES Dogs have an incredible sense of smell and it is so important to give them chance to use this. It is a great form of enrichment, as well as a powerful decompressor and destressor. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 21 – CREATING A CONVERSATION Look at that is a great game created by Leslie McDevitt that enables you to have a calm, connected conversation with your dog, so that your dog learns to be a reporter not a reactor. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 20 – CHECK IN Learn how to encourage your dog to check in with you to maintain that great focus and connection you have created over the last few weeks of December. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 19 – MINDFUL TOUCH Touching your dog mindfully can make it a positive experience for you both and help you connect with your dog. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 18 – LEAD YOUR DOG WITH CONFIDENCE The equipment we use and the way that we use it makes a huge difference to how confident both you and your dog feels. Learn the best equipment and way to do this To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 17 – CUP FINAL GAME A wonderful, fun game that is easy to play and helps to move you away from the threat mindset towards a challenge mindset of positivity and winning! To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

Do you struggle with loose lead walking? Do your back, neck and shoulders hurt? Do you dream of walking with your dog walking beautifully by your side? Why not treat yourself this Christmas! https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/loose-lead-walking

DAY 16 – USING BARRIERS Learn how to use portable barriers and barriers that occur naturally in the environment to support your dog to feel safe. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 15 - STROKING THE LEAD Stroking the lead is a great lead technique that is simple to do and can help your dog if they become stuck on a walk To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 14 - CHANGING YOUR MINDSET Changing your mindset when out on a walk from one that perceives threats to one that sees the challenges ahead can make a huge difference to how you feel and the energy that travels down the lead to your dog. Learn how to do that today and take up the challenge. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 13 - Your dog is very aware of where you are and in relation to them. Keeping your body moving keeps your body posture more relaxed so your dog can move freely with you. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 12 – SOFT HANDS The way you hold the lead can make a big impact on how your dog feels and reacts whilst on a walk. Keeping your hands soft whilst holding the lead loosely prevents tension travelling down the lead. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

DAY 11 - FIGURE OF 8 TO CALM Introducing your dog to pattern walking such as figure of 8 is a fantastic calming activity and so easy to do. To access all the advent videos in one place and a few extra resources we have included for you free just click on the link - https://contented-canines.newzenler.com/courses/calm-and-connected-walks

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