They say that animals can bring about great change in people. Research on human-animal interactions is still relatively new. Some studies have shown positive health effects. Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and lower blood pressure. Other studies have found that animals can reduce loneliness, increase feelings of social support, and boost your mood….
If this doesn’t melt you heart… Well, it certainly melted the heart of this sea lion. Never listened to this man before? He’s a Frenchman who loves to serenade animals and he’s sang to a repertoire of the animal kingdom, …
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I couldn’t believe it. It was a FIRST. I’ve been attempting to make friends with the squirrels in my backyard. They’ve been training me as much as I’ve been training them. It takes time, effort and lots of patience. But it paid off handsomely this morning.
One of the three babies (kids of Leslie and Earl) finally put aside her fears. When I opened the door sporting a tasty peanut, I simply hoped that she wouldn’t run away. Will she stay? It’s an on and off thing. It would be 50/50 shot! However, she not only remained but as you’ve seen, approached with little hesitation demonstrating her four-foot shuffle.
I have three cats who come to visit me. Unfortunately, I’m allergic, but the only thing that saves me is the great outdoors. Each time they come around, I have to make sure to thoroughly scrub my hands, or else I pay the consequences. But I can’t help it; I have to pet them because they are so sweet.
Nothing heavy duty tonight, as I’ve been editing a client’s book all day, and I’m a bit burnt-out. So, I give you a late-night parting gift. Enjoy nature’s tranquility. *featured photo, Marion J Chard
