I’ll freely admit, I prefer animals to humans any day—except for spiders. Spiders are my absolute phobia and will meet the fiery pits of hell.
When I first started exploring mediumship, I didn’t work with animals much. However, connecting with them is quite easy when you set your intention. Often, I find I’m not speaking directly to the animal, but rather through their “keeper.” This could be a past loved one who shared a bond with them, or an ancient ancestor who resonates with their energy, like a Native American spirit connected to a bear.
You can absolutely have a conversation with an animal, and they’ll understand you, even if you don’t communicate on the same verbal level. This is especially important when dealing with injuries or their transition. Explaining their pain or reassuring them it’s okay to let go can be incredibly helpful. Many domesticated pets worry about leaving their owners, which is why they sometimes hold on longer than necessary.
I believe animals are here to raise the collective vibration. They do this by offering unconditional love, companionship, and loyalty to those worthy of it. If you’ve ever had a pet choose you, it’s a profound blessing. That’s your familiar, here to support you during that stage of life. This is also why I believe pets often have shorter lifespans than humans—they come to help us through specific periods.
Let me share a story about our current dogs, Max and Bella. We hadn’t bought a new pet into our home for five years, and I intuitively felt our next pet/s would find us.
About a year and a half ago, a woman posted on Facebook that she couldn’t keep her two dogs. I instantly knew they were meant for us. They checked all the boxes: small, good with children, and hypoallergenic. Finding such a perfect match was enough to convince my husband. He was initially hesitant, but with some gentle persuasion from his mother, he agreed. We met the dogs the next day, and they immediately gravitated towards us. They loved the kids, were calm, and docile. We picked them up the following day, and they’ve been with us ever since. I can’t imagine life without them. If you’re lucky enough to have a session with me, you’ll often find them lounging nearby. They love to be part of healing sessions and will even bark to alert me to negative energy in the space.
I’m sure other pet parents have had similar experiences where their pets sense a person’s kindness or sit beside them when they’re unwell, or protect their space. Or, in my case, my healing sessions. I like to think they found me to up-level their own energy.
Beyond domesticated pets, you can also connect with wild animals. I especially connect to crows and ravens. They are highly intelligent and can telepathically connect with those who wish to communicate. I often set my intention for crows to visit when I need a message from a specific realm, like Lilith, or ask them to help protect our home’s perimeter. Sometimes, I’ve seen hundreds of crows around our street. They’ll truly answer the call of those who are pure in their intention.
If you have a pet at home and want to try connecting with them energetically, it’s best to be relaxed and have them relaxed as well. If you’re in tune with your pet, you’ll notice them sink into your touch, craving that connection. Take a deep breath, clear your mind, and place your hand on them, allowing any visuals, feelings, or sensations to wash over you. Remember, these aren’t your own energies; it’s their way of communicating. You can also ask them yes or no to see if they lick your nose, or sit beside you.