by Rick Ashworth | Mar 27, 2025 | Phobia
Therapy Dogs and Mental Health Support For those living with anxiety disorders, panic attacks, or specific phobias, therapy dogs offer a unique kind of support. These specially trained animals help people feel safe, relaxed, and connected within our environments....
by Rick Ashworth | Mar 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Large Dogs are Part of Everyday Life Dogs are the most popular pet on the planet and more and more people are owning dogs these days. For those with a fear of dogs (cynophobia), large breeds like XL Bullies, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds can seem particularly...
by Rick Ashworth | Oct 1, 2024 | Phobia
A phobic fear of a turtle or tortoise can be embarrassing and inconvenient. Have you ever felt your heart thumping when around a turtle or tortoise? Do your muscles tense and your palms go sweaty? This could be a sign that you’re suffering from Chelonaphobia, the...
by Rick Ashworth | Jul 3, 2024 | Spider Phobia, Uncategorized
Arachnophobia, the fear of spiders, is a common phobia affecting millions of people worldwide. In this comprehensive guide we will explore how arachnophobia can develop, how these fear responses can impact upon our daily lives, and most importantly, which strategies...
by Rick Ashworth | Jan 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
No Need to Fear the Mud Dauber Wasp Of all the wasps you might encounter, mud daubers are among the least likely to sting – they’re also not as dirty as they might sound! They’re non-aggressive and generally ignore humans unless directly handled. Their...