The potential for marketing this program is vast.....

• On February 2, 2006 the Detroit News ran an article discussing the program, its availability and content. This generated a great deal of interest, both in Ensuring Harmony and my behavior programs in general. The article can be viewed at
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• In March of 2006, I was interviewed by Charity Newbe on All Things Considered, National Public Radio regarding the importance of a strong plan when bringing new baby into a household with pets.

When Christie Meyer first approached our Health Promotions Department here at Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital, we were a little skeptical. The idea behind the Ensuring Harmony class was intriguing, but no one had offered anything like it in our area so we were unsure of how well it would be attended. When hospital staff members showed interest in the content of the program, we decided to give it a try.

Within a few months of offering Ensuring Harmony at our Howell location, we had parents driving from over an hour away to attend this class. Recently, we have decided to add the program to another hospital location to meet the demand that it has generated.

I highly recommend Ensuring Harmony as a part of any Pre-Natal education program. Many couples adopt a pet as their first child, and the initial transition of bringing a baby home can be difficult. By knowing what to expect, parents can be prepared to deal with what lies ahead and even prevent problems before they come up.

Judy Trudeau

Health Promotions

Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital

Howell, MI

This program is one of the best ideas to come along for professional trainers in a long time. It will add another dimension to your training programs, as well as provide your clients with an important and much needed service.

I will be adding it to my curriculum at Tarheel Canine, and will encourage my students to use it to provide education to the community as well as develop contacts for training and behavior modification services. It is a small investment with a big payoff for any professional obedience trainer.

Jerry Bradshaw

Training Director

Tarheel Canine Training. Inc.

North State Canine Academy

www.tarheelcanine.com

Sanford, NC

Ensuring Harmony highlights a great need that we have for preventative safety with kids and dogs. It is something that we don't pay nearly enough attention to, and it is something that could result in detriment to both kids and dogs. I look forward to spreading the message via Creative Paws, Inc. in the Chicagoland area.

Ashlee Trotter, Trainer

Creative Paws, Inc.

www.creativepaws.com

Des Plaines, IL

When I was first expecting my first child, I began to worry about how I could possibly balance my animals and a newborn baby. As a veterinarian, I realized the task at hand was not only going to be challenging, but daunting as I had heard many of my clients experiences and struggles when it came to interactions between their children and pets. My pets (primarily cats and dogs) were the original "children" in our family and it was going to force them to make major adjustments when our new baby came home.

Shortly after learning of my pregnancy, I was lucky enough to come across literature about a class that was offered at our local hospital about this exact subject, Ensuring Harmony.

The information that I learned in this class was priceless. the suggestions were practical and easy to apply and made our home a more comfortable environment for all of its members- animal and human alike. Not only have I used the suggestions and techniques I learned as the class when my child was a baby, but it has dramatically helped us through the transition from a small helpless baby to a fearless and challenging toddler. We learned how to appropriately allow interactions between child and pet including acceptable play, reward and discipline.

I highly recommend Ensuring Harmony to all parents- whether new parents or experienced parents who need help with the challenge of pets with children. This course is fast, fun and easy, not only to understand but also to use.

Rachel Shrader, DVM

Parent Attendee

Webberville, MI

We really enjoyed attending the Ensuring Harmony program. We utilized many aspects, and found the suggestion of sending home the receiving blanket most effective. Our dog welcomed our child as though already a part of the family. Your enthusiastic, outgoing, entertaining presentation style made our experience most enjoyable. We were especially grateful to be able to follow up with you for training after the class.

Marie Watson

Parent Attendee

Southfield, MI

When we discussed the idea of having a baby with others, many people cautioned us that we may be forced to get rid of our pets. I can't believe how many people feel that pets are a danger to children. The Ensuring Harmony Program reassured us that although things may change, it is possible to live successfully all under one roof. Thank you for creating this class and dispelling so many of the hazardous myths that are out there.

Jared and Michelle Baugh

Parent Attendees

Bloomfield Hills, MI