Animal lover, animal advocate and animal naturopath Ruth Hatten shares thoughts and ideas about the nature of animals. Their preferences, their behaviours, their ways of being. To engender a greater understanding, respect, compassion and love for all animals - companion, farm and wild. More at https://www.ruthhatten.com.
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16 - Voiceless: Advocating for Animal Rights with Ondine Sherman
Season 2 · Episode 16
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 • Duration 01:51:28
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Ondine Sherman, Co-founder and Managing Director of Voiceless, the animal protection institute. As a lifelong animal advocate, Ondine shares her journey from Sydney to Tel Aviv, where she balances her role as a mother with her passion for promoting respect and compassion for all creatures.
In this episode, we delve into the origins of Voiceless, celebrating its 20th anniversary and the impactful projects that have emerged over the years, including the Voiceless Animal Cruelty Index and the "Animals with Us" program aimed at fostering empathy in children. Ondine also highlights the critical issue of commercial kangaroo killing and discusses Voiceless’ dedicated advocacy against this practice.
Listeners will hear about Ondine’s personal challenges, including stepping away from her vital work during a difficult time in her family’s life, and the joy of returning to her mission with renewed purpose.
Additionally, Ondine discusses her recent pivot into young adult fiction with her series, "Sky," aligning her love for animals with storytelling for a younger audience.
Tune in to learn more about the vital work of Voiceless and how it’s shaping a better future for animals! 🎧🐶🐱
Key Topics Covered:
Ondine’s journey and family influence on her animal advocacy
The founding and mission of Voiceless
How Voiceless celebrated 20 years of protecting animals with an innovative grant program
Major issues facing animals today
Innovative projects and collaborations
Personal challenges and triumphs
The transition into young adult fiction and its connection to animal advocacy
This episode promises to inspire and inform anyone passionate about animal rights and advocacy. Enjoy xx
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🔗 Learn more about Ruth and her holistic animal care offerings at ruthhatten.com
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you! 💗
🙏🏼 BIG thank you to:
⭐️ Our sponsor Frontier Pets - so excited to be partnering with them for Season 2!
⭐️ Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork.
⭐️ Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
If you loved this episode, show your support by following the show and sharing and rating this episode 🙏🏼 Let's attract more listeners so they too can deepen their connection, love, understanding and respect for all animals - companion, farm and wild.
15 - The Liver's Role In Pet Health: Essential Insights & Care Strategies
Season 2 · Episode 14
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 • Duration 22:36
In this episode of TheNatural Animal, we explore one of the most important but often overlooked organs in your pet’s body—the liver. Learn how the liver supports everything from detoxification and digestion to metabolism and immune function, and discover practical, natural ways to keep your pet’s liver healthy.
We’ll dive into the liver’s vital roles, common liver issues in cats and dogs, and how you can support liver health through natural nutrition, supplements, and herbs. Plus, we’ll share tips for minimising your pet’s exposure to toxins that could overburden this essential organ.
Whether you’re a seasoned pet parent or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help your pet live a healthier, happier life. Tune in for expert advice, and enjoy the show!
🐾 Receive your free Holistic Guide to Caring For Your Pet plus other bonuses, exclusive offers and holistic animal wellness tips when you join the Animal Lovers Tribe.
🔗 Learn more about Ruth and her holistic animal care offerings at ruthhatten.com
6 - Holistic Kidney Care for Animals
Season 1 · Episode 6
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 • Duration 43:34
In this week's episode, we take a look at the kidneys, including their anatomy, functioning and signs of dysfunction. We then explore holistic strategies for helping to prevent and manage kidney dysfunction in animals.
Join the Animal Lovers Tribe to receive your free Holistic Guide to Caring For Your Pet plus other bonuses, exclusive offers and holistic animal wellness tips.
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete - Ruth would love to hear from you!
5 - Why Animals Matter: Exploring Sentience
Season 1 · Episode 5
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 • Duration 01:18:52
In this week's episode, I am joined by world renowned expert on animal behaviour and animal emotions, Marc Bekoff, as we embark on a fascinating journey into the intricate tapestry of animal behaviour and cognition.
We explore the very essence of sentience, emotions, and cognitive acuity among animals, and uncover the profound implications of compassionate conservation, where every individual life holds inherent value, simply because they are alive.
From the biodiversity of sentience to the ethical dilemmas surrounding animal research, we leave no stone unturned. Hear firsthand accounts from Marc, as he shares his daily rituals of teaching, writing, and pondering the depths of animal emotions and protection.
Join us as we unravel the emotional lives of animals, from the release of captive creatures back into the wild, the moral implications of breeding animals for scientific profit, to the intricate social structures of our beloved canine companions. Delve into the mysteries of dog ancestry, the enigmatic behaviours of cats, and the art of giving animals agency.
As we debunk myths and misconceptions, we invite you to ponder: How can we deepen our understanding of animals and redefine our relationship with them? Tune in as we navigate these profound questions and contemplate what changes we can make to nurture a more compassionate coexistence between humans and the animal kingdom.
Here’s a point by point summary of the topics we delve into:
Evolution of behaviour
Sentience, emotions and cognitive skills
Animal protection has to be based on what they’re feeling, what they’re thinking, not what they know
Compassionate conservation - the life of every individual matters because they have inherent value, because they are alive
Biodiversity of sentience
A day in the life of Marc Bekoff - teaching at university, living a solitary live, rising early, writing, cycling, reading, research projects
Do we need more data on animal sentience?
Use of animals in research, including discussion on the numbering of vs naming of animals
4 - Natural Pet Diets - A Scientific Exploration
Season 1 · Episode 4
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 • Duration 53:53
Grab a cup of tea as you join me this week for an eye-opening journey into the world of natural pet diets and a deep dive into the science!
In this episode, we look at a recently published review of natural pet foods, and dive deep into the benefits of feeding your cats and dogs a diet that aligns with their instincts and ancestral preferences.
From improved digestion to better overall health, discover why more pet parents are turning to minimally processed, whole food options.
We also consider commonly regarded pitfalls and risks associated with natural and raw diets and the importance of striking a balance between nutrition, sustainability, and safety. Enjoy 🐾
A beautiful chat with Shatha Hamade, legal counsel of Animals Australia. We discuss:
Shatha’s journey - from a career in the investments sector to where she is and what she does today, her first exposure to the welfare of animals in food production which led to vegetarianism and a life of animal advocacy
Shifting of priorities from a conservative upbringing and life plan to one focussed on being of service to animals
Investigating live animal export with Animals Australia
The emotional toll of Shatha’s work, how she manages it and how it has softened her heart
An inside look into covert investigations into live animal export and Shatha’s role as “witness”
What holds and supports Shatha in the field
The “higher force” and how it shows up for Shatha in her work
Animals as “victims” or “teachers”
The purpose of animals
Animal consciousness
Lessons of kindness and compassion
Bearing witness without judgement
How our treatment of animals is informed by our inherited thinking
The sentience of animals
Emotions and being human
The most challenging location for Shatha when it comes to animal suffering
Shatha’s love for donkeys
Looking into the animals’ eyes and connecting to their hearts
Kuwait and the Festival of Sacrifice
Holding space and sending animals off with love
Shatha’s most difficult day in the field
A message of hope and assurance from a butterfly in Cairo
Witnessing miracles and beauty in contrast to witnessing suffering
Acknowledgement of the Gaza-Israel conflict and sending love
The power of collaboration
Do Australian animals have greater legal protections compared to animals from other countries
The covert abuse of animals in Australia
The power of the individual for informing your life and living a life that aligns with your values
What individuals can do to help animals - launching "rockets of desire”
Shatha’s hopes for the future
2 - Holistic Animal Care
Season 1 · Episode 2
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 • Duration 38:37
This episode covers various aspects of holistic animal care, emphasising the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being in animals. Here's a summary of the topics discussed:
Introduction to Holistic Animal Care, emphasising the importance of treating the whole body rather than just focusing on symptoms.
The naturopathic approach to animal care involves considering the whole body and its interconnectedness.
Treating symptoms vs addressing the root cause of issues. How the "band-aid" approach of treating symptoms doesn't take into account the underlying cause of illness.
Understanding symptoms, which can be signals of an underlying imbalance in the body, like red flags indicating that something is not right.
Animal Sentience and emotions, and how this falls under the umbrella of holistic animal care.
Different and integral parts of holistic animal care, including diet changes, toxin reduction, mental enrichment, emotional support, and spiritual well-being, as integral parts of holistic animal care.
The importance of considering environmental factors, such as diet, toxin exposure, mental stimulation, and safe outdoor spaces, in promoting overall health and well-being.
The significance of the human-animal relationship, how it affects the animal's behaviour and well-being, and how animals may mirror human emotions and behaviors.
Resources for pet parents interested in learning more about holistic animal care, including guides, webinars, and workshops covering various aspects of holistic wellness.
In this episode I mentioned some resources if you would like to delve deeper into this topic:
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you!
BIG thank you to:
Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork.
Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
14 - Nutrition... It's Absurdly Simple
Season 2 · Episode 14
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 • Duration 01:52:27
Ready for a deep dive into the world of raw pet nutrition? This week on the podcast, I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Ian Billinghurst, the father of raw feeding and the founder of BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food). We'll be discussing his pioneering work in the field of pet nutrition, the science behind raw feeding, and how his approach can help transform the health of our pets. Whether you're a seasoned raw feeder or curious about making the switch, this conversation is packed with valuable insights!
🐾 Join the Animal Lovers Tribe to receive your free Holistic Guide to Caring For Your Pet plus other bonuses, exclusive offers and holistic animal wellness tips.
🔗 Learn more about Ruth and her holistic animal care offerings at ruthhatten.com
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form. Ruth would love to hear from you! 💗
🙏🏼 BIG thank you to:
Our sponsor Frontier Pets - so excited to be partnering with them for Season 2!
13 - Caring For My Pets As An Animal Naturopath
Season 2 · Episode 13
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 • Duration 01:01:07
Welcome to Season 2! In this episode, I share how I care for my pets as an animal naturopath. From homemade dinners and natural supplements to energy healing and creating a peaceful, toxin-free environment, I discuss my holistic approach to keeping my pets healthy and happy. I also dive into my philosophy of treating pets with love, care, and freedom, while emphasising that it’s all about doing the best you can—nobody’s perfect!
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🐾 Join the Animal Lovers Tribe to receive your free Holistic Guide to Caring For Your Pet plus other bonuses, exclusive offers and holistic animal wellness tips.
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you! 💗
🙏🏼 BIG thank you to:
Our sponsor Frontier Pets - so excited to be partnering with them for Season 2!
Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork.
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you! 💗
🙏🏼 BIG thank you to:
⭐️ Our sponsor Frontier Pets - so excited to be partnering with them for Season 2!
⭐️ Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork.
⭐️ Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
If you loved this episode, show your support by following the show and sharing and rating this episode 🙏🏼 Let's attract more listeners so they too can deepen their connection, love, understanding and respect for all animals - companion, farm and wild.
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you!
**BIG thank you to Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork & Michael Barry for the divine theme music**
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you!
BIG thank you to Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork & Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
Will live export be banned?
What Shatha would change about the human animal relationship
This is a heart-centered and inspiring conversation, well worth the listen for anyone who loves animals.
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you!
BIG thank you to Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork & Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
Do you have suggestions for guests or topics? Perhaps you've got questions you'd like answered on the show or you'd like to give some feedback? Complete this feedback form - Ruth would love to hear from you!
BIG thank you to Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork and Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
Bella Abraham for the beautiful podcast cover artwork.
Michael Barry for the divine theme music.
If you loved this episode, show your support by following the show and sharing and rating this episode 🙏🏼 Let's attract more listeners so they too can deepen their connection, love, understanding and respect for all animals - companion, farm and wild.
If you loved this episode, show your support by following the show and sharing and rating this episode 🙏🏼 Let's attract more listeners so they too can deepen their connection, love, understanding and respect for all animals - companion, farm and wild.
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