The Dog Dish

Frodo sun bathing!

Hello Animal Lovers!  

This week the unthinkable happened, a family pet died unexpectedly. These crossings from life to death are challenging to us human guardians, not only because we mourn the loss of a beloved companion or teacher animal, but also because we may not be able to comprehend what the animal afterlife is composed of. In my estimation, any being with a soul never really dies, the body is shed- yet, the spirit or soul moves after physical death into a timeless existence that knows no bounds, and is all knowing and seeing. It may be comforting to put the death of a close animal friend in this perspective, as with humans we can communicate to them, on a psychic level or in prayer --which may be helpful in moving through the grieving process. We want to know that our loved one is safe and happy after crossing over, so it is natural to find closure and a sense of peace by reaching out to communicate.

I find it remarkable that two days after completing a workshop on animal communication with Lori Spagna Frodo our little black teacup Chihuahua, left his physical form. Frodo was a special little friend, who was adopted by my my son-in law and daughter from his first guardian- another family member. Frodo was young, and had been very active in his role of late as protector of the new baby and of the house in general. He was well cared for and loved the daily walks with the baby and his nighttime walks with my son in-law. Therefore it came as quite a shock to us all that he suddenly left "by accident". Of course, because I don't believe in accidents, and because he left when in my care, I found it very important to share what my perceptions were concerning Frodo's timing. I had a strong sense that he was on a mission that day, that he was sure of what he was doing, and where he needed to go- into another dimension. He communicated to me that he was happy and safe in this new realm, and conveyed to me a feeling of freedom that he enjoyed in it.

 Needless to say, this was my experience of the event, and even so- it is no small comfort when I see that he is no longer with us in body, and I feel the empty space and hush in the house now that he has moved on. It is painful to let go, that is human. We remember him as active and youthful and now he is just doggone!! The shock may have a lot to do with how challenging it feels right now too. Being patient with ourselves, taking care to avoid the triggers of blame and guilt that so often accompany death of  a dear one is vital as well. I gave Frodo a bit of Star of Bethlehem, for shock to help ease his transition before he crossed, and have continued to take the Bach Flower remedy myself, along with Elm, which helps with overwhelm.

 How did I communicate with Frodo during these events that have so changed both his life and ours? All I can share with you is simply that I had a vision or picture in my inner eye of him, and got a sense of his movements and purpose, shortly before and after his crossing. I asked permission to connect with him first and foremost, out of respect for his process and then received a clear sense that he had some urgent business in some "other" realm, that it was all good and that he was not gone per se, just removed. To backup and confirm these visions I did a reading in which the dolphin card and an amicable parting of ways card came up. I also asked for some help and support from a friend who took the animal communication workshop with me. She confirmed my information on Frodo with her check-in on the situation, which was very relieving. Thanks friend!

This week was a true example to me of how our lives are interconnected. It just so happens Lori S. will be teaching a drop-in class on Animals in the Afterlife next week here in Los Angeles- close by! Accidents, nah!
I miss Frodo very much, he is a sweet loving animal who I am happy to have been given time to know. I lit a candle for him, in honor of him and his selfless service to our family during his life. I placed some special

belongings of his out too, because I want to remember his place in my life and want to thank him for showing me that death is a journey, and is not a final or static experience. Well, that was my lesson- Rest in Peace Frodo. 

BBboy with Frodo

Love the animals!          

Be good,
Jane