Communicating information to your animal companions regularly

It is important to always communicate with our animal companions. It is not necessary to formally be an “animal communicator” to do this. Animals are highly telepathic and are able to understand most of what we say to them (even when we “think” it in our minds.) They at least generally sense the energy behind the words, love, fear, anger, worry and so forth. They do their best to convey their needs to us, sometimes going as far as literally showing us. For example when your dog goes to the door or carries his leash to show he needs to go out. Or when your kitty keeps rubbing her head/ears under your hand, showing she wants ear scratches. They also connect with the way they gaze at us, and I believe anyone who shares their life with an animal already is communicating with them on some level, even if they don’t call it that.
 
They need us to try and do the same for them. Tell them where you are going and when you will be back. For example, “I have to go to work now, I will be back around 6pm” some prefer images, so you can mentally send an image of you returning at sunset. It is especially helpful to explain when anything out of the ordinary is going to happen, such as a vet visit, travel and moving. For a vet visit explain exactly what will happen, (an exam, a shot, a surgery?) and add when they will be safely back at home. Share as much as you feel would be helpful, I add that I completely trust our veterinarian and that she will help them. (Only say this if you mean it-I do.) Our vet is wonderful and she comes to our home. If you are taking them somewhere explain the car ride aspect too if they are not used to the car. Out of town travel can be stressful for animals, always tell them when you will return and who will take care of them while you are away. Finally, if you are moving to another home, this can be very scary for animals, especially for cats. Reassure them often that they are coming with you, that you would never leave them behind. This is crucial if you have a rescued companion who was previously abandoned by their family. Once in the new place, allow them to explore their new territory at their own pace (after checking to make sure all is safe.) One of my cats, Juneau, would immediately go in the bathtub to hide each time we moved to a new place. Other kitties may want to go under the bed. Make sure to bring items that smell like the old home, like comforters and blankets, and spread those on the floor for comfort.
 
In addition to these event based communications, small every day ones are just as essential for your bond. Talk to them, but also be open to “listening.” Learn to “read” their emotions, they will show you freely. Most of us do this already. Simply try to take it a bit deeper. Focus on them when you are both calm and try to be open to any energetic message, image or thought they send you. These small changes will add even more depth to the loving bond you share with your animal companion.

*The photo above is of Juneau in the 3rd home we shared together, our condo where we lived for 10 years. He made one more move to our current house which he loved until he crossed into the light in 2013.