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The Healing Power of Pets

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Kristin von Kreisler

  After a stressful day this week, I went to visit my friend Patty.  She wrapped her Chihuahua, Lucy, in a blanket and set her on my lap.  I petted her and watched her eyelids sag closed as she fell … Continue reading →

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Benevolent Chickens?

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Kristin von Kreisler

Years ago I interviewed a woman who had a sanctuary for needy chickens. She told me about sitting on her porch steps one afternoon and wiping tears off her cheeks. Her favorite in the flock jumped into her lap, cuddled … Continue reading →

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