The Elegance of Eli Goes Back A'ways!

Gidget and I would like to introduce you to Eli, the Chihuahua, and our Celebrity Pet of The Month. I met Eli and his lovely owner, Karen Biehl when we were on location for a segment of Michael Somerville’s FLN show, Wingman. Eli, who also happens to be a rescue, won the Milk Bone Small Dog Biscuit Contest in 2007. If you are a small dog owner, chances are good that you ran into Eli’s sweet little face on the cover of the box!

Eli & Karen travel to schools, hospitals, charities, and attend just about every red carpet dog event, in their plight to bring cheer and love to the world. This good-will does not surprise me, as I sense a past life connection that was quite similar to what they do now. However, back then, they traveled by horse and buggy in all kinds of weather, stopping at neighboring villages and spreading positive energy.

The energy I pick up on is of the year 1825-1845, and a very different Manhattan. Eli and Karen lived above a lovely bistro on the second floor of a brownstone. In this past life, Karen’s family were of great financial worth and owned the building, as well as the bistro. Eli, wearing a tie not unlike the one he is sporting in this photo, was the bistro greeter. He was often found sitting in a chair at a checkered-clothed table that was strategically placed just inside the front door.

They shared a love of pastry, and also a particularly special connection to music. It was not unusual for Karen to tuck Eli inside her cape and sneak him into the opera house so he could enjoy the music, too. The bond these two shared, and continue to share, transcends time and delves into a very special karma.

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To see the Wingman episode 102 featuring me reading Eli & Karen, click here: http://www.fineliving.com/fine/pac_ctnt_988/text/0,,FINE_26036_85024,00.html


To get to know Eli and Karen click here: http://www.mschiefmakerhaven.com/EliHomePage.html

This adorable photo was taken by: Petographs by Ixiana Hernandez http://petographs.com/

Saving Grace

I am often asked how my friends interact with me as a psychic medium, and how they might apply my suggestions and advice as a part of that friendship. My answer is that giving a friend counsel is not as easy as giving that same counsel to someone who books an appointment with me as a client. However, I forge on and always hope that I won’t be met with a challenge. Some friends just happen to be more receptive to me, and have found themselves in a more positive place as a result. My friend, Todd, falls into that category.

For almost a decade now he has sought my counsel for validation, and I have seen him thrive in all manner of his life as he applied my teachings of metaphysics to it. So, it came as no surprise that he would want my insight in his search for a new dog. Todd loves beagles and his two sweet little girls (Booboo and Lizzie) passed within a short time of each other, after having led very long, loving lives. Todd gave himself some time to mourn and eventually contacted me on his thoughts to rescue another beagle.

Anyone who has ever wanted a pet knows what it is like to take on that search. My friend took his time, meditated on it and began to do research. Over the course of a few months, he had a few readings and sent photos of pets he might be considering. His heart was saying yes, but his gut was say no. I validated that for him, and his search became more focused.

Then one rainy day he drove to SOS Beagles and found his perfect psychic companion. However...there were some very interesting SIGNS along the way, and I have taken a a screen shot of them so you can enjoy them, too.

1. When Todd fell in love with this pretty little dog, her name was listed as: GIDGET, which is the same name as MY little companion (and why he changed her name to Grace).

2. As we scanned down the page, I found that the woman who owned the rescue is LINDA, which we know is MY name!

3. The whole she-bang was in memory of CLEO, which was the name of my first real pet, a dog we named Cleo after the little beagle of the tv show of the same name.

These are SIGNS. Signs of a state of Grace that is nothing short of amazing!

Cat Fight or Flight?

Recently I helped place this cat in a home.  His name is now Diego and he’s about 8 months old.  He was found in a yard by a neighbor after the owners moved away. He went to one of my co-workers who just moved into a new house. They have a female cat who is about 2 years old. The problem is every time they are introduced there is a raging cat fight – fur flying, chasing, hissing… very aggressive.  He is a sweet and loving cat when he is by himself, but when he is with the other cat he attacks and chases her. It’s to the point that they want to give him to her father, but he has a cat as well.  I’m worried about what if this happens again.

Can you help with what could be causing him to be so aggressive?

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I have to be brutally honest with you. You are not going to be able to change this reality. Diego comes from abuse, and the cats whose homes he is coming into are going to smell that fear and not welcome peaceful energy. It's a fight from the start. Diego needs to be in a family that has no other pet in it. In that way, he does not have to share the limelight with any other animal. This is the best way to help him be happy and shine!

I wish you luck in placing him in a new singular environment.

A True Ace

My boyfriend and I welcomed Ace into our home last month—he is a fantastic, well behaved yellow lab! He was born on 12/26/08. He is definitely one of the most laid-back and calmest labs I have ever met. We have many dogs that live in my building and some of them, especially the smaller ones, will bark and act aggressive towards him. He doesn’t cower but doesn’t return their negative energy either. Everyone he meets from the vet, obedience school trainer to doggy daycare workers loves him. This is Ace pretty much 99.9% of the time. On some occasions however, he acts withdrawn and prefers under the bed or in his crate over us for extended periods of time. He didn’t finish his meal this morning either. This rarely happens but thought it was worth mentioning. We both work 8 hour days and didn’t feel that it was right to keep him alone for that long. The dog-sitter we use is a friend of the family. She has three dogs and a cat and is great with animals. They have a pool and a nice backyard so the dogs are kept well entertained. We do this 4 days a week. The 5th day he goes to a more formal daycare,which is a larger group of dogs at a facility. He is with us 24/7 on the weekends. My question to you is why is he so calm? I am definitely not complaining, but sometimes it worries me that he is so calm and at times, seemingly withdrawn. I tend to be overanalyze and every time something off happens (i.e. he doesn’t finish a meal or goes under the bed) I get nervous. Marisa E.

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PUPPY LOVE

Your dog is pooped out, he’s tired. He gets a lot of activity all week and finally, by the time he sees you he really just wants to chill and relax. If he goes to his little sacred space, which is might be his crate or away from you, don’t be insulted or worried. This just means he is going to get some private time. The other thing you have to keep in mind is that this dog is very bright. He knows when he is being cajoled into things he may not be ready to do, like eat. So if he is not hungry, don’t force him. Unless you see a dramatic change, like he is not eating at all in a 3-day period, then that would be something to report to your vet. Remember, he is a puppy and they tend to sleep alot; he is going t o change his eating habits as he grows into his body. Double check the food you are giving him with the vet and check into supplements. Above all, just keep loving Ace because you have a really wonderful, sweet and loyal companion!

Managing Madison

I am happy that I found your page its beautiful!! My name is Steve and I acquired a puppy from a kill shelter a few months ago. Her name is Madison and right now she is five and half months old. She is loving, loyal, and a bundle of energy. The only issue I have with her is she is timid of people and bigger dogs at times. She constantly barks at children, she seems fearful and aggressive with them. Can you shed any light on these issues? Thanks, Steve
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A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS...

I picked up a strong sense that sweet Madison is still feeling the abusive treatment from when she was much younger. Many people with small children bring home an animal and rarely consider the fact that it is not right for their children to pull tails, throw things or generally abuse the family pet. I fear this was the case with Madison. It will take a lot of nuturing from you, but if you introduce children and animals to her in small, slow doses, it might be helpful.

I strongly suggest you start watching Cesar Milan's Dog Whisperer show, as well as pick up some of his books. Also, think about having a trainer come into your life to help you with these very issues.

Take your time, and give Madison a lot of love.

Young Yossi

I have a six month old miniature schnauzer called Yossi whom I love dearly. I always had such a very close bond with him. He would always follow me wanting me to play. I have never been nasty with him, and would never dream of hitting him. If anything, I am not firm enough. Recently, he has started acting oddly. Over night, he just didn't want to know me. He comes to play, but as soon as I look at him, he walks away. If I try to cuddle him, he walks out of the room. If I give him a treat he will take it without eye contact, and go elsewhere to eat it. It is as if I have frightened him or something, and I just don't know how.


I live with my parents whom he is also very close to, and still appears to be. No one else seems to have noticed a difference. Can you help?
Angela T.
Hornsea, East Yorkshire, England.
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CHANGING THE WAY YOU LOOK AT THINGS...IS NEVER EASY

Angela, you did not say your age, so I’ve no idea whether you are telling me about the family dog or your own dog. That distinction will bear heavily on why Yossi is acting this way.

By the very Law of Attraction, your actions are actually encouraging this behavior in Yossi. The more you reflect on something being “wrong,” the more “wrong” will seem evident. I have a strong feeling that you are focusing so intently on finding negative aspects to your relationship with Yossi, that you are actually manifesting what you don’t want.

I am not picking up anything alarming about this, and if you stop dwelling on what you see as “wrong” I feel you will see your relationship for the closeness that has always been there. I also suspect that Yossi has a lot of bosses and not one Mistress or Master. That energy will always cause a problem because it will confuse your pet.

Make some changes in your own energy so that Yossi does not pick up on it. If you want further outside assistance, I would enlist the services of a good dog trainer.

The Darling Doxie!

I do Pet Encounter Therapy for a non profit organization and work with a wonderful doxie mix named Chester. He belongs to my co-worker who does not do therapy work, so Chester goes to senior homes with me. We have developed a bond like I have never known.

I have been working with him for 4 years now and he even has "sleepovers" at my house, choosing to be with me over Val or anyone else. What do you think? Diane E.

KINDRED SPIRITS
If ever a photo existed that depicted kindred spirits, this would be the one! You two go back in time to the early 1800s, around 1810. At that time, Chester resided in a bakery next door to a New York brownstone that you lived in. The flash I received on this past life experience was one where you came down each day to walk him for the proprietor as a favor. Even in that time, you two were very close and formed a similar bond, as the one you have today.

The vibration the two of you carry is of the same frequency and very healing. As light workers you two can (and will) bring much healing to others in this lifetime!

A SPECIAL PAST-LIFE REMEMBERENCE...

SPECIAL NOTE: This is one of the first letters I ever received for the column. Though Britta is no longer with us, I know that she will come back again...because, after all, our loved ones are only a vibration away. That includes your pets. God bless.


My dog, Britta, is beautiful and companionable, but overprotective of her people and turf. Why does she suddenly bark at guests, even those who are frequent visitors--especially if he or she is walking downstairs? Dolores - Rhode Island



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HEEDING A PAST LIFE WARNING
What an adorable little girl your Britta is! Her aura is healthy and colorful and she certainly has energy to spare. I sense that she is working through some intense past life issues. Her barking at guests is her way of warning you to run for cover, that someone is coming. In my vision, Britta was in an army barracks during the Civil War conflict. She was told to hide under the stairs of the house that her regiment was occupying and to bark a warning if the enemy was near. Her company was attacked during the night and Britta had fallen asleep on the job. I believe she is repeating that lifetime whenever you have guests. If her “warnings” are heeded, she may begin to understand and might eventually cease this kind of barking. One way to help is to acknowledge it with a thank you. Let her know you got the warning and are grateful. Past life issues are difficult to break, but not impossible!

BLAST FROM THE BEST OF...

When we first got my Yorkie, Snookie, he loved to be groomed. When we moved to a new home and a new groomer, I think he was abused because he doesn’t let us touch him to brush him. I don’t want to put him under just to get a haircut. Sandy, NYC

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GROOMING ISSUES

If you feel Snookie was mistreated, then I would go by my gut on that. I don’t think you need to put Snookie “under” for grooming, but you might want to contact an animal behaviorist about this. Also, when you are looking for another groomer, ask a lot of questions and get recommendations. This should get better. Remember to treat Snookie tenderly and with understanding as he adjusts.

MORE BEST OF...

I just adopted two new dogs from the rescue, Missy is the Shih-Tzu from Lap Dog Rescue in New Mexico, she is 10 years old and will be spayed in Sept., and Chin-Chin is a 6 year old Japanese Chin, a private adoption from Colorado Spring. They said he had occasional seizures but I think it was his diet. I have seen no evidence of that. I was looking at my Fat Chow cards, a fortune telling game, and they said the death of a pet or a stolen pet. Were the cards talking about Missy and Chin-Chin? Thanks Pat, NYC

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FORTUNE COOKIE
I'm glad you asked this question because too many people put their faith in fortune telling cards than is healthy. NO cards can predict death, and they deal in generalizations, leaving definition up to the interpreter. You could have been a non-pet owner and still drawn those cards, and how much sense would that make then? Chin-Chin's possible seizures can be helped through diet and medication, so you are on the right track. Looking at Chin-Chin, I see him as healthy and having a past life connection to the Orient with both you and Missy. You three belong together, and have been together in many life times.

THE BEST OF CONTINUED...

This is Sheba. I realize that she is a pup (only 4 1/2 months old) and is still learning; but she is very smart. She seems to be particularly stubborn about learning to not jump
up (on people, on kitchen table, counter). We also have 2 cats that she will just not leave alone. She thinks she's playing with them despite the fact they are swatting at her, hissing and growling. Any insights you have to these issues would be most appreciated.
Best wishes, Cindy, New Jersey
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SETTING UP BOUNDARIES
You are the one in the family that Sheba feels most connected to in her past life. You were very close. For that reason, you are the one in your family who should handle any situations regarding her behavioral issues. Your Sheba is as sweet as she is insightful, but she does not know how to use the knowledge she is acquiring. She has no sense of boundaries. The best thing you can do for her is to hire a personal trainer to teach her how to relate to other animals, and to teach you how to relate to her regarding those issues. She is smart, as you wrote, but she needs guidance and as her owner you will need to train with her

About This Column

In my practice as a Psychic Medium and Pet Psychic, I teach my clients ways to connect with the energy around them. One of the most important energy connections around an individual is the pet (or pets) who share our lives.

Having owned dogs all my life, and exposed to cats on occasion, I have always been able to uncover the past life connection of pets and owners simply by looking at a photograph of the pet in question. As a result of that ability, I am able to share methods on how to be intuitively alert to the vibration of your pet so that the pet and owner connect with the awareness of true kindred spirits.

It doesn't matter whether your pet is a dog, a cat, a a horse or a turtle. In fact, I have even read George Clooney's Pig!

Psychic Companion™ has appeared in The New York Dog and The Hollywood Dog magazines.