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