DESCRIPTION Join Tem as she delves into the world of animal communication with Paloma Bärtschi, the host of the Animal Empathy podcast. We discuss the importance of language when interacting with animals, the impact animals have on children and how we can communicate better with animals. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Dogs have a certain connection with people - they can sense things and have £300 million smell receptors.Dogs want people to get rid of their fear.Having therapy dogs in schools will help children overcome the fear they may experience around dogs that has been inadvertently passed on by their parents.Some children are afraid of dogs because their parents are afraid. It is transmitted from parent to child.There are calming signals that we can use around dogs that they will understand.Give dogs their space and wait for the dog to come to you.Animals understand when their owners are not present in the moment.BEST MOMENTS: "They can smell a child's anxiety" "It is important that children learn to interact with dogs" "They try to make people comfortable" "If you use calming signals around the dog, the dog will understand that language" "Dogs have a way of sensing what is going on in the child" ABOUT THE GUEST Since 2001, Paloma Bärtschi has held the keys to an enchanting world where humans and animals converse on an extraordinary level. As a professional animal communicator, she's been the guiding light for countless souls seeking to bridge the gap and forge profound connections with their animal companions. With her remarkable abilities, Paloma unveils a hidden dimension where the rich language of animals comes to life. Join her as she opens the door to a realm of empathy, understanding, and heart warming discoveries. VALUABLE RESOURCES: Patreon Paloma's "Guide to Animal Communication": https://mailchi.mp/dc51be4f5595/guide-to-animal-communication Apple link: Animal Empathy Podcast Spotify link: Animal Empathy podcast Website: www.speciesspace.com Email: [email protected] ABOUT THE HOST: Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising in Secondary Physical Education, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them. CONNECT & CONTACT:  Email: [email protected] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtips Instagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.