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The Resilient Animal

Annie Petersen, Ed.D.

The Resilient Animal: Exploring Mental Health Through Helping Animals and Their PeopleThe Resilient Animal podcast is hosted by Dr. Annie Petersen, an expert with a Doctorate in Education and a Master"s in Mental Health Recovery and Trauma-informed Care. Listeners embark on a journey to understand how assisting other living beings can positively impact human mental health and well-being. The podcast delves into the concept of resilience and how resilience is demonstrated in both human and non-human

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13:18

Animal Spirit Guides of Día de los Muertos

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2025/10/21

Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the significance of the human-animal bond during Día de los Muertos. We discover how this Mexican celebration blends indigenous and Catholic traditions into a beautiful remembrance of life and death, featuring spiritual guides like monarch butterflies, tecolote owls, and Xolo dogs. Uncover ancient beliefs and modern customs that connect humans with the natural and spirit worlds, weaving a rich tapestry of cultural significance across Latin America...

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Frida Kahlo: Resilience Through Art and Animal...

The Resilient Animal ·

2025/10/07

Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the life and legacy of the extraordinary artist Frida Kahlo. We delve into how Kahlo intertwined her revolutionary art with her beloved animal companions, creating a unique sanctuary of creativity and political thought. From her early life in Mexico City to the devastating bus accident that shaped her artistic vision, Kahlo's journey is explored through the lens of her relationships with her pets and their symbolic presence in her work. Her ani...

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29:23

The Human-Animal Bond: A Lifeline in Times of War

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2025/09/23

Send us a text In this episode The Resilient Animal, we discuss the profound psychological benefits of human-animal bonds during wartime. Featuring historical accounts from World Wars I, II, and Vietnam to contemporary conflicts like Ukraine, this episode reveals how animals have provided emotional stability, resilience, and even lifesaving support to soldiers and civilians alike. From cavalry horses and military dogs to family pets and therapy animals, these stories illustrate the extr...

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Pet Loss and Cultural Insights with Dr. Michele Whitney

The Resilient Animal ·

2025/09/09

Send us a text In this episode of The Resilient Animal, host Annie Petersen continues her in-depth conversation with Dr. Michele Whitney. They explore topics such as the human-animal bond, grief associated with pet loss, and unique cultural perspectives within the African American community. Dr. Whitney discusses her groundbreaking qualitative research, which delves into the experiences of African American adults and their relationships with pets. Key themes include disenfranchised grie...

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The Power of Empathy: Alexander the Great and Bucephalus

The Resilient Animal ·

2025/08/26

Send us a text In this episode of The Resilient Animal, we explore the profound bond between Alexander the Great and his horse, Bucephalus. Their story, set in ancient Macedonia, highlights how empathy and understanding can transform relationships, whether between humans or human and animal. From a young prince's compassion to a stallion's trust, the tale reveals the incredible strength found in mutual respect and care. Join us as we delve into how this extraordinary partnership has influence...

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Exploring the Human-Animal Bond with Dr. Michele Whitney

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2025/08/12

Send us a text This episode of The Resilient Animal podcast, welcomes Dr. Michele Whitney, a newly minted PhD in Human Services. Michele discusses her journey into research on the human-animal bond, driven by her personal experience of adopting a cat named Samson. Michele highlights the lack of representation of people of color in the existing literature on the human-animal bond and how her experiences as an African American woman influenced her research. The episode delves into the com...

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Exploring the Resilience and Impact of Animals in...

The Resilient Animal ·

2025/07/29

Send us a text In this episode of 'The Resilient Animal,' we explore the historical and cultural significance of animals, the importance of conservation across various species, and highlights the often-overlooked value of creatures such as the Tasmanian Devil and Madagascar hissing cockroach. We also challenge societal biases toward animals and argue for a more inclusive approach to conservation. We'll share fascinating facts and myths about pet rats, snakes, and lizards, emphasiz...

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The Enduring Bond: Exploring Human-Animal...

The Resilient Animal ·

2025/07/15

Send us a text This episode delves into the momentous 1940 discovery of the Lascaux Cave by four young explorers in France, revealing stunning prehistoric art that provides a window into ancient human and animal interactions. The episode explores how animals have been integral to human societies, from prehistoric survival and spiritual symbolism to roles in mythology, companionship, and modern scientific research. The narrative traces these evolving relationships, emphasizing the continuous a...

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Shannon Kopp - SoulPaws Recovery Project

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2025/04/01

In this episode of The Resilient Animal, host Annie Petersen talks with Shannon Kopp of the SoulPaws Recovery Project about the therapeutic power of the human-animal bond for mental health recovery. Shannon shares her personal journey recovering from an eating disorder and how animals played a crucial role in her healing process. They also discuss the founding and growth of SoulPaws, an organization dedicated to providing free animal-assisted therapy for individuals with eating disorders and ...

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Kate LaSala - Rescued By Training

The Resilient Animal ·

2025/01/21

In this episode of The Resilient Animal podcast, host Dr. Annie Petersen talks with professional dog trainer and certified behavior consultant Kate LaSala. They explore how LaSala's work with dogs facing fear, aggression, and anxiety benefits both pets and their families, touching on her methods of positive reinforcement and virtual training. LaSala shares her personal journey with her own senior and special needs dogs, which led her to further specialize as an end-of-life pet doula...

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Brooke Haggerty - Faunalytics

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2024/12/10

In this episode of The Resilient Animal Podcast, Dr. Annie Petersen interviews Brooke Haggerty, an animal advocate and Executive Director of Faunalytics, a nonprofit organization that conducts and shares research to make animal advocacy as effective as possible. Brooke shares her journey into animal advocacy, experiences with grassroots activism, and in-depth insights on the state of animal welfare, humane washing, and the critical work Faunalytics does in supporting the animal protection mov...

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Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach Open Door Veterinary Collective

The Resilient Animal ·

2024/11/19

In this episode of The Resilient Animal, host Annie Petersen speaks with Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach from Open Door Veterinary Collective about the profound impact of human-animal relationships on mental health and wellbeing. Dr. Hoy-Gerlach shares insights from her social work background and research, highlighting how pets can act as protective factors against suicidality, reduce anxiety, depression, and loneliness, and even improve overall quality of life. They discuss the importance of collabora...

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Cindy Richardson - Animal Communicator

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2024/09/10

Have you wondered what your animals are thinking and feeling? This episode of The Resilient Animal features an intimate discussion of healing and communication with Cindy Richardson. Cindy discusses her preparation when communicating with all types of animals, including birds and an elephant.This episode can be viewed with captions on YouTube https://youtu.be/2YYROvlJCTwTo learn more about Cindy and the services she offers, click onhttp://www.chatswithanimals.com/oremailingcindy@gmail.comand ...

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Michelle Meschko - Small Breed Rescue of Southern...

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2024/08/06

The Resilient Animal chats with the one-and-only Michelle Meschko from Small Breed Rescue of Southern California. Michelle works with only small dog breeds (who need a little more TLC) and reptiles too! Previously, we did a video of Michelle and her nonprofit for Animal Bond Academy. You can see Michelle in action on YouTube https://youtu.be/DgIBJAm-cNUYou can learn more about this wonderful organization here:https://www.smallbreedrescue.org/https://www.instagram.com/smallbreedrescuesocal/htt...

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Maya Badham - Safeguarding Animal and Human Survivors...

The Resilient Animal ·

2024/07/02

In this conversation, The Resilient Animal podcast features Maya Badham from SAHSDA in the United Kingdom.We discuss coercive control and "The Link" between animal and human abuse and her work with law enforcement and veterinarians in rural communities in identifying domestic and animal abuse.You can learn more about this incredibly important organization here:https://sahsda.wixsite.com/sahsda

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Fatima Guevara and Jenna Finch - The Cantu Foundation

The Resilient Animal ·

2024/06/18

In this conversation, The Resilient Animal podcast features The Cantu Foundation. We speak with Founder Fatima Guevara and Director of Operations Jenna Finch about the dogs they rescue, the process of working on opposite ends of the United States, and how social media can be used for good things in support of nonprofit organizations. Be sure to check out the Foundation's namesake, Cantu on Instagram @CantuOnWheelsYou can learn more about this amazing organization here:https://www.thecant...

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Amy Bassett - JABCECC

The Resilient Animal ·

2024/06/04

Listener Discretion AdvisedIn this conversation, I speak with Amy Bassett, co-founder of the nonprofit Judith A. Bassett Canid Education and Conservation Center (JABCECC) located in Santa Ysabel, California. Amy and her husband Dave founded JABCECC in honor of Dave's mom, Judith A. Bassett. She was an active community member life-long advocate for canids.Along with Judith's legacy, we discuss the rescue of foxes from the cruelty of the fur farming industry and the Healing Programs that ...

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Lori Biewen - Libby Lou's Safe Haven

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2024/04/16

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Eileen Persia - Troll House Animal Sanctuary

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2024/04/02

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Michael Overlie - Dogs and Men

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2024/03/19

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