What is Animal Communication?

We all know that our animal companions can't read, write, or speak to us in English. That doesn't mean they can't communicate with us. Body language, normal activity cycles, even facial expressions tell us a lot about our companions. Still, there is something more. Starting with that "I just know that Elijah has to go out" feeling, I've "known" details of a pet's lifethat I could not have discovered without some form of transfer of information from that animal. Where did that information come from? Some animal communicators call it telepathy, the direct communication of one mind to another. Some call it another form of knowing that bypasses the traditional senses of taste, touch, sight , smell and hearing. I'm happy to call it communication and leave it at that.

Why communicate?

Ever looked at your animal friend and wondered, " How does she really feel about doing dressage?" or "Why is the long sit so hard for him?" These are some real-life questions I have asked of people's animals. Want to know what your companion thinks of your new partner, living situation, or job? How about checking in on how your animal feels about his or her life in general? Your animal will welcome your interest.

How does it happen?

When I communicate with an animal, I need to know its name, its age and sex, and the name of its person. I also need to know what the animal looks like. The animal can be physically present or I can use a photograph. The animal can be alive or dead. Then mentally, I call the animal by name and ask it questions. I wait for whatever answers pop into my head. I write both questions and answers down. Some communicators "see pictures". Some hear a different voice in their head, or see colors. Some just have thoughts pop into their head (like me). Some just "know". Bottom line? No one knows exactly how it happens.

What can it do?

hat your animal and I talk about depends on the questions you provide me. Any topic is okay; behavior issues, general well-being, physical or mental state. The more specific the question, the more specific the answer. Like with humans, talking about an issue won't necessarily resolve it, but it certainly can help in figuring out solutions. I am presently learning how to perform body scans. As I am not a veterinarian, I cannot diagnose illnesses or recommend treatments. What I can do is report what your animal feels at the time I perform the scan.