How do you know whether your worries are legitimate, and your pet is actually suffering?  Use this pet stress test to get an idea.

Pet Stress Test

This is a sampling of issues that pets find stressful.

In the past 6 months, has your animal friend experienced any of the following?

                    Issue                                 Stress Points

o       - Abandonment                                            20

o       - Abuse                                                       20

o       - Death of family member (human or animal)    18

o       - Neglect/withdrawal of attention                    18

o       - Allergies/poor food/chemical toxins                 7

o       - Poor living conditions/shelter life                    6

o       - Change of residence/move with family             4

o       - Move to new family/adoption/blended family   14

o       - Divorce of guardians                                    14

o       - Incompatible sibling pets                             11

o       - Serious illness/surgery/chronic pain/trauma     15

o       - Witnessing trauma or abuse of others            14

Has your pet EVER experienced:

o        - Abandonment/premature weaning                 10

o        - Abuse                                                       10

o        - Neglect                                                       9

o        - Serious accident/trauma                                7

o        - Poor living conditions/malnutrition                  2

o       - Witnessing trauma/abuse of others                  6

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You do the math:  Add the stress points. 

If the total is more than 10, your pet is probably suffering, and your worry is not unfounded. 

If the total is more than 20, stress is taking a significant toll and is likely affecting physical health and life span - not to mention YOUR quality of life.

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Disclaimer

In my practice I use non-invasive methods of touch, light, energy, sound, and unconditional love to relieve stress and promote general feelings of good health.  Currently, no licensing is available in the state of Idaho for these practices.  While I encourage everyone to take more responsibility for their own health, I do not diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or intend that this work should replace medical care.  Statements made in this website are my opinion and should not to be confused as indisputable fact.