What is Billy Grumbling About?

Billy is a 5-year-old male mixed breed rescued dog, who my client has had for just over a year.

Frances:  Hi Billy – how are you? 

Billy:  I’m good, why?  Who are you?

Frances:  That’s good to hear.  Your mom asked me to talk with you, is that ok?

Billy:   Sure, why not?  Anything for Mom.

Frances:  Great.  Do you know that your family loves you very much?

Billy:   I hoped so, it seems like it.  Is there something wrong?

Frances:  No, not at all honey.  I’m just letting you know that this is your forever home. You can be assured that you will not be living with any other family.

Billy:  Oh, I’m so glad you told me that.  I was really not exactly sure, but hoped that it was true. YAY for me!

Frances:  I’m happy you are happy.  That will make Mom happy too.  So now I have questions that Mom is asking, is that ok?

Billy:    Yes, of course.

Frances:  When you sound like you are grumbling, what are you trying to tell Mom?

Billy:   It depends on where we are and what we are doing.  In the kitchen, I want food or a treat. Sometimes I’m just trying to tell her that I love her.  Or maybe I want to go for a walk, a ride or who knows what.

Frances:  So it’s never just one thing all the time?

Billy:  Yep, just like us talking now – it’s different words, only I can’t say them like this to her.

Frances:  I understand. Do you like living with your family?

Billy: What’s not to like?  I have food, love and a roof over my head.  I can’t ask for more than that, can I?

Frances:  Well, let’s say you could ask, but you won’t necessarily get it, you know?

Billy: Yeah, I get it.  But I can try, right?

Frances:  Of course you can.  What else would you like to do more of?

Billy:   Now that I know I am staying, I would like to go on more car rides.  I was always afraid I would be dropped off and left like my other family did to me.

Frances:  I’m sorry that happened to you.  That will never happen to you again.  If they drop you off someplace, they will always come back and get you.

Billy:  Thank you, that is good to hear.

Frances:  Does your body hurt anywhere?

Billy: No, I’m good.

Frances:  Why do you sleep by yourself at night?

Billy:  I always have so I didn’t know it was ok to join the others in the house.

Frances:  Even though Ruby was in the house before you, she looks up to you to follow your lead and behavior.  When you are on walks in public, can you be calmer?  Pretend everyone is a friend, unless they show you otherwise.  Staying calm and near your mom is best.  Just being next to Mom or whoever you are walking with, is the best way to stay calm.  No barking or grumbling when in public.  It is sometimes scary for others to understand you are being friendly.

Billy: But I am being friendly when I talk.  

Frances:  Yes, but others don’t understand that, so best to be quiet and calm while in public.

Billy:  Ok, I’ll try that next time.

Frances:  Thank you, Billy.  I’ll be talking with Mom a bit later this morning.  Bye for now.

Billy:  Bye and thank you for talking with me.

Frances: You’re very welcome.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

 

By George, He's Got It!

 

George is an 8 year old Chihuahua mix who has a carefree life – even gets to ride in a stroller while at the store.  Here is a part of our conversation:

Frances:  Hi George – how are you?

George:  I’m good, why?

Frances:  Mom asked if I would talk with you.  Is that ok?

George:  Sure, anything for Mom.  

Frances:  Why is your eating pattern so erratic?

George:  I eat what I want when I want to.  Do I look like I’m starving? I don’t think so.  

Frances:  Good to know.  Why do you try to lick Mom’s face?

George:  I’m just trying to kiss her to show her how much I love her.

Frances:  Mom appreciates your effort to show her your love, but could you wag your tail or something like that instead?

George:  Sure, I could do that if she doesn’t want me to lick her face. Can I lick her hand?

Frances:  As long as it isn’t all the time.  Moderation is best, okay?

George:  Ok, I’ll try that.

Frances:  Are you happy with your family?

George:  What a silly question, of course I am.

Frances:  Is there anything you would change?)  

George: I want Mom to be home with me all the time.  I know that is unrealistic, but you did ask.  

Frances:  I’m glad you understood the question.  Yes, it is unrealistic.  Why do you bark at other dogs in stores?

George:  I show them how special I am. They have to walk, I get to ride.

Frances:  Please don’t bark at the other dogs, it can be scary to them and their mom or dad.)  

George:  Oh, I didn’t think of it that way.

Frances:  Only bark if there is danger to alert your mom, but please be quiet otherwise.

George:  Ok, I’ll be more conscious of that.

Frances:  Would you like another dog companion to join your family?

George:  No thank you.  I like being the focus of attention.  I’m not big on sharing.

Frances:  I’ll let Mom know. Is there anything you want to tell your family?

George:  Thank you for choosing me to join your family.  I am a happy dog and enjoy my life very much.  I love my mom so much.  

Frances:  Thank you, George.  I’ll be talking with Mom soon.  Bye for now.

George:  Bye and thank you for talking with me.  So to have a say in what happens in the family, you know?

Frances:  Yes, honey, I do understand.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

Stop and Smell the Roses

My client contacted me regarding Billy, who is a 15 year old gray tabby male cat.  Billy is constantly meowing at her and her husband.  She says he has different meows and just wonders what he wants to tell them.
 
Frances:  Hi Billy – how are you?

Billy:  I’m good, why?

Frances:  Mom asked me to talk with you, is that ok?

Billy: Sure, anything for Mom.

Frances:  She says you meow to her in different ways and wants to know what you are saying. 

Billy:  It depends on what day and what I wanted to say. Sometimes it is to distract her from moving around so much.  She doesn’t stop to rest.  I want her to take better care of herself.  She worries so much about others and what she can do for them.  I want her to do something nice for herself, you know what I mean?

Frances:  Yes, Billy, I do know what you mean.  Humans can get so caught up in “doing” they forget about “being”.  Just “being” in the moment to stop, meditate, smell the flowers – even for just a few minutes – can make such a big difference.

Billy: Yes, that’s what I’m talking about.  You’re good! 

Thank you, Billy.  I appreciate the encouragement from you.  Is there anything you want to tell Mom?

Billy: Please tell Mom I love her so very much and appreciate the wonderful life she has given me.  I’m a lucky cat to have her as my mom.

Frances:  That’s a beautiful message for Mom.  I’ll be talking with her soon.  Bye for now.

Billy: Bye, and thank you for talking with me. 

Frances:  You’re very welcome, Billy.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

 

Patti's Goodbye Message

 

Patti was a 9-year-old Terrier mix who died while on vacation with her mom.  They were staying in a rented home where Patti had full access to the balcony and garden.  My client went out to a special dinner and when she came home, she found Patti in the garden – dead.  What happened?

Frances:  Hi Patti – I understand you passed away suddenly.  Can you tell me what happened?

Patti:  After Mom left, I went downstairs to the garden.  I was feeling dizzy, and then it was over.  I wasn’t in any pain; my heart just stopped.  I know it was a shock for Mom to find me like that.  I hadn’t been ill, I just felt dizzy and then lights out, you know?

Frances:  Yes, honey I understand.  Did you eat anything in the garden before you felt dizzy?

Patti:  No, I was looking at the critters under the bushes and stuff, but I didn’t lick them since they were too fast for me.

Frances:  Is there anything you want to tell your mom?

Patti:  Please tell Mom I love her so much, and I’m sorry I had to go, but it was my time.  I know it’s hard to believe, but I was a bit older than she thought or what the people told her, so yes, it was my time.  It was quick and easy for me, no suffering, no pain.  I know it was painful for Mom to find me. I’m sorry about that.  I appreciate all you did for me during our time together and hope that, when you are ready, you’ll allow me to help you find your next furry friend.  I will stay with her as long as she likes, but less and less as time goes on, so she can heal properly.  I will always be in her heart, and she can talk to me anytime she likes, and I will hear her.  She may not hear me as you do, but I will hear her.  Thank you for doing this for my mom.  

Frances:  You’re very welcome, Patti.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

Pete's New Home

Rehoming a pet after a loved one has passed is never easy, especially on those left behind to grieve their loss – including the cat. 

 Frances:  Hi Pete – I understand your mom passed away, and now you are living with your mom’s daughter and her cat, Suzy.

Pete:  Yes, that is what is happening with me.  So why do I have to stay here?

Frances:  Well, what would be the alternative?  Living on the streets without food, water, and a roof over your head.

Pete:  Yeah, I guess that could be a concern.  I do like to eat.  I just don’t like this pesky cat that is already here.

Frances:  Why don’t you like her?

Pete: She acts like I invaded her space.

Frances:  But really, that is what happened.  It isn’t her fault you are there.  It isn’t anybody’s fault – it is what life is.  Sometimes it is very unpredictable.  Can you stop fighting and pouncing on Suzy?  She hasn’t done anything to provoke this behavior.  Has she? 

Pete:  No, not really.

Frances:  Your home is big enough for both of you.  You don’t have to be in the same room at the same time.  Why don’t you sit near a window and watch the birds outside or play with the toys that are around?  Your new mom is upset that you are making it difficult for Suzy to relax with your aggressive behavior.  What do you think?

Pete:  Yeah, I have been a bit rough on her.  I know my new mom has been upset with me.  I’ve been upset too with Mom being gone, too.  I suppose I can stick to myself and allow my new mom to grieve without me adding to her worries.

Frances:  Mom would really appreciate that.  I can talk with you again if you need to get anything off your chest, so to speak.

Pete:  Thank you, I would like that.  Please tell  Mom I will do better.  I’m sorry I have been so aggressive to Suzy – I will do better.  I guess I need more time to grieve, too.  

Frances:  Thank you, Pete.  I’m rooting for you.  Be good to yourself, too.

Pete: I will. Thank you for talking with me.

Frances:  My pleasure, Pete.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

 

Mikey Likes Him! 🐶

 Happy New Year to you all and wishing you a healthy and happy 2026.  This message in a recent session was so different than I had experienced in my 20+ years of speaking with the animals.  Mikey is a 3-year-old male small mixed terrier who had such a sweet surprise for his dad in our conversation. 

Frances:  Hi Mikey – how are you?

Mikey:  I’m good, why?

Frances:  Your dad asked me to talk with you.  Is that ok?

Mikey:  Sure, anything for dad.
  
Frances:  Do you see or hear spirit?

 Mikey:  Of course, I do – but you know that already or we wouldn’t be talking about it, right?

Frances: Well, this is true, but your dad asked me to ask you.  Do you see George?

Mikey:  Yes, he comes around to play sometimes.

Frances:  Did George have anything to do with finding you to join Dad in this journey?

Mikey:  Yes, of course he did.  Why do you ask questions you already know the answers to?  

Frances:  Because Dad asked the questions so I’m asking you for him.  Do you have anything you would like to tell Dad?

Mikey:  Please tell him what a wonderful soul he is.  I am so blessed to be on this journey with him. When he goes on exploring the universe, I am lucky to be a part of it too.  I am able to guide his spirit to the adventures of each and every day.  I am part of his spirit guide group, I guess is the best way to put it for you to understand.  When he is in a quiet space, physically and mentally, I find it is the easiest way to share with him, to guide him, and to send energy to him.  This is done subtly so as not to disturb him in any negative way.  He may feel lighter and more enlightened after our sessions, not realizing what I am doing with and for him.  We have done this in past lives together – him for me and me for him.  I cherish our times together dearly.  Thank you for the opportunity to share this with him in this lifetime together.  

Frances:  My pleasure, Mikey.  I will be talking to your dad a bit later today.  Bye for now.

Mikey:  Bye and thank you again.

For the Love of Animals,

Frances

The Cycle of Life

 

Sally was a 16-year-old small mixed-breed female dog who recently passed away, leaving behind her companion, George, an older male mixed-breed dog.  She had an interesting message about our life and transitions.

Frances:  Hi Sally – do you have a message for your mom and dad?

Sally:  Please thank them for all they did for me.  I had such a wonderful life with them.  I appreciate their patience and kindness towards the end.  I felt so bad making the messes – I couldn’t control my body functions anymore.  I told George it was time for me to go before I left my body.  I know he was sad, but I will keep coming around to keep him company when he is down and lonely.  He’ll be fine on his own.  It’s such an easy life for us with loving parents, good food, and a beautiful home.  I didn’t want to leave, but my body couldn’t continue.  

"We come into this world at times we are needed and leave when there are transitions in our caretakers’ lives.  This is the cycle of life we bring to humans.  Our short lives exist in the span of transitions.  Sometimes it is recognized by humans; sometimes it is so subtle, yet so powerful, as seen over time.  Mom and Dad will realize this in time and enjoy their time together, unburdened by caring for me.  I know they will say I wasn’t a burden because they are such kind people, but the reality was there, clear as day, and it was my time to leave.  Please let them know I will always love them and watch over them from near and afar.”

Frances:  Thank you, Sally – that was a very insightful message.
 

I am thankful for this year’s variety of opportunities and looking forward to what 2026 has to offer.  Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season.  See you in 2026 with sparkles on top!
 

For the Love of Animals,

Frances