The thought of living without our beloved animal companion, no longer hearing their purr or bark, filling their bowl with their favourite food, sneaking a treat we know they shouldn’t have; no longer sharing in their mischief or laughing at their funny ways, or snuggling on the sofa; no longer feeling the joy and unconditional love they bring into our lives, is an unbearable thought. But when that moment comes, even though we cannot choose the timing, we can choose how the transition is made.

Unconditional love is the frequency that binds us in our relationship with our pet. But, when death approaches, fear has a way of clouding that love, bringing anxiety and doubt that may lead to us missing out on honouring their final moments. When we’re told “there’s nothing more that can be done”, our energies restrict and fear leads us. We’re no longer able to feel our pet’s needs and we’re more likely to let others make decisions for us. But the relationship with our pets is ours alone, and we can choose what happens next.

Transitioning the frequency of fear to one of love, so we hear our pet’s true voice and are open to their specific needs, is essential in these moments. In love we may support them fully through their transition, giving them the strength and quietude they need. And since our pets are Master Yogis when it comes to love, this is the time we must let them lead the way. They can teach us how to be at one with this moment; how to see beyond fear so we may access the peace hidden deep inside us. Peace raises our animal’s experience. It’s our gift to them, in return for all the gifts they have shared with us on our journeys together. 

And there’s a parting gift they have yet to give. The events in our life are often dictated by unhealed wounds – subconscious tracks that lead where we don’t necessarily want to go. Wounds manifest as life challenges, which we carry throughout our lives. Only when we’re able to uncover and face them can healing begin. In this final journey together, our beautiful animals help us in that process. By mirroring our hidden emotional landscape we’re able to discover the elusive clues that lead us to healing and transformation. we honour the love with which they filled our hearts by accepting and fulfilling their parting gift.