A New Way to Communicate with Pets: The TTouch Method

16.04.2023 09:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25

This therapeutic technique is used by zoo staff, veterinarians, and homeless animal shelter workers.

This method is suitable for many types of animals: dogs, cats, horses.

What is the TTouch method

It is a technique based on mutual respect between man and animal.

The idea of the method is to silently communicate with the animal.

Thus, the animal feels that you notice him, understand his problems and sympathize with him.

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By using this simple practice, you can improve or change your pet's behavior and fitness for the better.

Advantages of Animal Communication Method

This technique strengthens the animal's trust in the human and vice versa.

In addition, this way of interaction improves the well-being of animals, calms, reduces the level of stress, fear and pain.

For example, for dogs, the method solves the problem of a high level of aggression and anxiety, frequent barking, disobedience when walking with a leash.

How to start practicing the TT method

The technique is quite simple.

Start with physical contact with the animal.

Use the clouded leopard method.

The technique is to place the hand on the animal with curved fingers and lightly press with the pads of the fingers in a clockwise direction.
Keep your wrist soft.

Do not forget to monitor the reaction of the animal.

If he is uncomfortable, reduce the pressure or stop the practice.
 

Author: Diana Dashkevich Editor internet resource

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  1. What is the TTouch method
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