Synopses & Reviews
Animal lovers often wonder what the meow, bark, tweet, or stare of their pet means. Why the incessant meowing after Kitty has been fed, petted, and played with? Why is Fido barking up such a storm or digging as if his life depended on it? Pet owners want to know, and Tim Link, an expert animal communicator, teaches readers how to find out. The author was surprised to find himself communicating with the pets of family and friends. Because Link was caught off guard by his own gift, he is adept at helping readers first hone their communication skills, using the spoken and the visual, and then focus on particular behaviors. Unlike most training” methods, Links approach respects the personality and feelings of animals. His methods, which are simple and accessible to all, facilitate the understanding that all animal lovers crave.
Review
"Tim Link is a gentle person who has a unique ability that draws animals to him. He has helped thousands of animals through what he does.”
— from the foreword by Victoria Stilwell, dog behavior expert and host of Its Me or the Dog
Review
Packed full of great practical information on how to deal with everyday behavioral issues, along with something less tangible that could take the relationship you have with your cat or dog to a whole new level.”
from the foreword by Victoria Stilwell, dog behavior expert and star of Its Me or the Dog
I highly recommend this book! It will make living with you so much easier.”
Sneaky Pie (the cat) as told to Rita Mae Brown, New York Timesbestselling author of the Mrs. Murphy Mystery series
Communicating with our animals is one of the most important aspects of the human-animal connection, and it can also be the most fun, as demonstrated in Tim Links lively, practical book. Youll discover ways to solve common pet problems and make interacting with animals more meaningful. Its the perfect book to enhance our lives with the amazing creatures who share our world.”
Marty Becker, DVM, Americas Veterinarian and the chief veterinary correspondent for Dogster
This book helps us stop talking to or at our animal pals and teaches us how to talk with them! Whether your furry friend has behavioral problems or is the best pet in the world, Talking with Dogs and Cats will help you develop a more richly rewarding communication, a give-and-take dialogue where both of you learn what the other wants. A win-win!”
W. Bruce Cameron, author of A Dogs Purpose and The Dog Master
Focusing on the dogs and cats in our lives, Tim Link explains how to understand them through getting their unique perspectives, thoughts, and feelings.”
Penelope Smith, pioneering animal communication specialist and author of Animal Talk, When Animals Speak, and Animals in Spirit
Practicing animal communicator and consultant Link shares his animal telepathy techniques with pet owners so they can better understand and bond with their animals....By employing these methods, he advises how to solve or reduce various behavior problems such as separation anxiety, excessive barking, litter-box mishaps, reactions to storms and other loud noises, and resistance to walking on a leash....Link's easygoing attitude and sincerity will be a welcome addition to those interested in alternative forms of animal communication.”
— Library Journal
Synopsis
If youve ever wondered what your animal was trying to tell you with a bark, meow, or tweet, this is the book for you. Animal communicator Tim Links approach respects the personality and feelings of animals, and his simple, accessible methods can facilitate the understanding and communication that all animal lovers crave.
About the Author
Tim Link is an animal communicator, author, writer, speaker, and nationally syndicated radio show host, and Reiki practitioner. Prior to becoming a full-time animal communicator and speaker, Tim built a successful career in sales management at telecommunications companies, earning numerous awards for his achievements. Through his animal-focused consulting practice, Wagging Tales, Tim helps pet owners build stronger relationships with their pets through communication with their animals. Tim has helped thousands of pet owners worldwide and looks forward to helping many more.
Tim is a frequent guest blogger for Victoria Stilwells Positively Pet Expert and for various animal websites, including Dogster and Catster. He is the host of Pet Life Radios Animal Writes show, works closely with animal rescue organizations, and is past president of the Humane Society of Forsyth (Georgia) County a no-kill shelter.
Tim enjoys spending time with his wife and their many pets at their home outside of Atlanta, Georgia. For more information about Tim and the work he does to enhance the lives of animals and their families, please visit Wagging-Tales.com.
Table of Contents
Foreword by Victoria Stilwell
Introduction: How You Can Join the Conversation
Part I: Understanding and Communicating with Your Animals
Chapter 1: The Animal Connection
Chapter 2: Giving the Animals a Voice
Chapter 3: Talking to the Animals
Chapter 4: Trusting What You Receive
Chapter 5: Telepathy Basics
Chapter 6: Respecting and Understanding Each Unique Animal
Chapter 7: Past, Present, and Future
Chapter 8: Animals Emotions and Sensitivity to Our Energy
Chapter 9: Animals as Barometers
Chapter 10: Training and Communication
Chapter 11: Keeping Animals Informed
Chapter 12: Behavior Changes
Part II: Addressing Animals Needs and Behavioral Challenges
Chapter 13: Jobs for the Animals
Chapter 14: Socialization of Animals
Chapter 15: Separation Anxiety
Chapter 16: Changes in Routine
Chapter 17: Cats and Litter Boxes
Chapter 18: Excessive Barking
Chapter 19: Riding in the Car
Chapter 20: Storms, Fireworks, and Other Loud Noises
Chapter 21: Crate-Training
Chapter 22: Making Outings Enjoyable
Chapter 23: Walking on a Leash
Chapter 24: Dogs and Cats in the Yard
Chapter 25: Digging Dogs and Cats
Chapter 26: Show Dogs
Chapter 27: Equal Treatment
Chapter 28: Company Is Coming
Chapter 29: Baby Is Here
Chapter 30: A New Pet Has Arrived
Chapter 31: Sharing Toys and Treats
Afterword
Acknowledgments
Recommended Reading and Supplemental Material
About the Author