Music For Animals

A few days ago I was playing some meditation music and during a chant to Tara (by Tom Kenyon-Sacred Chants cd) I realized that both Merlin (photo to the right) and Gracie Belle (left) had closed their eyes and were very much listening and paying attention. They often participate energetically when I meditate and during my animal communication sessions, but I had not noticed them specifically enjoying music like this before. I love their expressions and this lasted for the duration of several songs.

I have noticed that there is more music being released for animals, some of it even with a species specific emphasis. There are also videos being created with both imagery and a soothing human voice speaking in storytelling mode, I recently saw one for dogs and one for cats narrated by actor David Tennant.

There are also videos of musicians who lovingly dedicate their time playing to farm, captive, and wild animals who sometimes appear very interested and at times even obviously engaged and appreciative.

I believe many animal companions would benefit from calming music, especially when they are alone at home & for anxiety relief in general. Quite a few have told me (in sessions) that they enjoy music, at times even asking that their humans play it or sing to them. I don't think it necessarily has to be created for animals (even though I love that we now have these options!) Like people all of our companions are unique, so I recommend trying different kinds of music & songs and seeing which they enjoy. Ofen they prefer for it to not be too loud, since their hearing is more sensitive than ours. Many dogs like to "sing along" with us and I love hearing their beautiful voices! I am not a musician but I do enjoy music and plan to play more of it for Gracie Belle and Merlin now (especially meditative songs since they already showed me they appreciate that) so I can learn what their favorite types are.