Total wellbeing for dogs

Six-Week Live Online Course on Natural Health & Wellness for Dogs

The 6 Pillars of a Truly Balanced Canine

Dogs are treasured members of our family.

And, like family, you want them to live their best lives possible.

Anxiety & fear, digestive problems, reactivity, skin issues all get in the way of giving your pets the fantastic life they deserve.
Conventional veterinarians don’t always know how to resolve these problems at their root, which can leave you with a lot of ongoing frustration. And either you’ve been consulting with a holistic vet who’s recommended this course for deeper knowledge - or you’d like to tackle the issues before they become too serious and debilitating... for your dog, and for yourself.

Previous Six Week course Curriculum :: The Six Pillars of Total Wellbeing for Dogs

Weekly Trainings by Expert Educators — Leaders in Animal Wellness

Pillar 1 — AYURVEDA 102 (Intermediate)
The science of Ayurveda, dosha types & balancing methods in specific ailments, diseases and conditions.
EXPERT: Suhas Kshirsagar, B.A.M.S., M.D. (Ayurveda) - Director of the Ayurvedic Healing and Integrative Wellness Clinic in Northern California

Pillar 2 — FOOD
Optimal nutrition to next-level your dog’s meals and overall nutritional profile. Use ‘food as medicine’ to treat common ailments in canines.
EXPERT: Katie Kangas, DVM, CVA, CVCP - Top Holistic Veterinarian & Founder of Integrative Veterinary Care in San Diego

Pillar 3 — BEHAVIOR
Train & communicate with your dog's needs in mind, learn various holistic care routines, considering your dog’s mind-body type.
EXPERT: Julie McLaughlin, ABCDT - Dog Trainer specialized in considering Mind, Body & Soul, Service & Therapy Dog Trainer

Pillar 4 — MIND/BODY
How each of the senses operate in dogs and how to balance with sound, sight, taste, touch and smell. Ayurvedic healing touch therapy.
EXPERT: Susan Weis-Bohlen - Ayurvedic Practitioner, Best-Selling Author, Meditation & Cooking Teacher

Pillar 5 — EMOTIONAL
Explore the science of the human-canine bond and gaining more direct communication ability. Tools to support healing beyond the physical.
EXPERT: Dr. Barrie Sands, DVM - Emergency Room & Holistic Veterinarian, HeartMath Educator, Scientist & Author

Pillar 6 — SPIRITUAL
Hone your ability as a healer with using Reiki for Animals. Find grace and guidance through the end of life process and beyond.
EXPERT: Kathleen Prasad - Author, Founder of Animal Reiki Source & Shelter Animal Reiki Association.org

COURSE HOST & EDUCATOR — Amanda Ree - Founder of Sama Dog Wellbeing, Chopra-certified Ayurveda, Meditation & Yoga Teacher

* NOTE: The guest speakers listed are from the 2021 session and are subject to change if the course runs a live session again.

“Total Wellbeing for Dogs” WAS a live course
and only ran once a year.

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Frequently Asked Questions :: Click here to open

Does this information apply to cats? Will it help me with mine?

Yes, the information you learn and the concepts shared in this class series do relate to both dogs and cats, and most other animals. Ayurveda is "the science/wisdom of life," so nothing is excluded. With that being said, when we get into some specific conversations - especially around nutrition and supplements - the needs of dogs are different from the needs of cats, so that will be noted and therefore less applicable.

Do I need any experience with Ayurveda to take this course? Do I even need to know what it is at all?

Yes, there is a prerequisite for this course called Ayurveda for Dogs 101. This will provide the foundational concepts and methodology required to explore deeper within Total Wellbeing for Dogs. This course is INCLUDED in your tuition for Total Wellbeing for Dogs. You will be sent access once you register.

What if I can't attend one of the sessions? Or, actually, any of them?

Not to worry, every class in the series will be recorded, in both audio and video, and will be uploaded to the learning platform within 24 hours.

Is there a payment plan?

Yes, we offer a payment plan. Add your name to our interest list to be notified as soon as our next enrollment opens.

What are the exact dates of the classes & meetups?

This course is currently not being offered as a live course. When it was live the classes typically ran in the Fall (Oct) and were held on Zoom platform at 5:00 PM PST / 8pm EST - every week on Thursday for 6 occurrences. There were Virtual Meetups also held on Zoom platform various Saturdays during the course at 9:00AM PST/ 12:00pm EST for 4 occurrences. All sessions were recorded and uploaded to the learning platform within 24 hours.

What if I'm not 100% satisfied; what's the refund policy?

We are happy to provide a full refund up to 14 days after the course start date.

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