Recently, I had an animal communication session with my horse, Waylon. I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect — but I walked away with an entirely new level of insight into his energy, his needs, and, honestly, myself.

Waylon is sensitive. Not just in the reactive way — but in a deep, intuitive, feel-the-room-before-you-speak kind of way. And what came through in this session was just how aware he is of everything: energy, emotion, environment, intention.

“He feels your energy before you even touch the halter.”

Let that sink in.

What I thought might be behavioural — hesitation, resistance, head tossing — is actually a conversation. He’s not being defiant. He’s being discerning.

He knows when I’m rushed. He knows when I’m carrying stress from the day. He knows when I’m trying to move too quickly through a process that needs presence. He’s not asking me to do more — he’s asking me to be more.

More grounded. More still. More attuned.

“He doesn’t need more from you. He needs less noise around you.”

Whew.

One of the deepest moments in the session came when the communicator said:

“He doesn’t carry your emotions for you, but he feels them deeply. He holds space.”

It was a beautiful, humbling reminder that our animals don’t just exist with us — they are in relationship with us. And sometimes, they’re the ones holding the wisdom we didn’t know we needed.

Waylon reminded me that the barn doesn’t need to be another task or to-do list. It can be a sacred pause. A place where we both breathe deeper.

If you’ve ever had a horse (or any animal) mirror something back to you that you didn’t want to see — or didn’t know how to — maybe this resonates.

They know us. They see us. And when we slow down long enough to listen… we just might see ourselves more clearly too.

PS: I had this session through an animal communicator, and it was so aligned and validating. If you’re curious about what your horse or pet might want you to know — I 100% recommend it. And if you’re on a personal growth journey like I am, this might be a powerful next step.

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Today I had an animal communication session with my dog Gus, and I’ll be honest — I wasn’t expecting it to go as deep as it did. I went in with curiosity, mostly wanting to check in on his health and behavior. But what I got was something entirely different. It was soulful, emotional, and honestly... life shifting.

One of the most powerful messages that came through was this:

“You give, give, give, give, give… but what about you?”

Gus, through the communicator, reflected something I already knew deep down but haven’t been living fully: I’m so good at giving. To people. To animals. To clients. To projects. But when it comes to myself — pausing to ask what I need from me — I often come up blank.

He showed me a mirror. Literally.

“He’s showing you standing in the mirror, seeing yourself for how beautiful you truly are. Give yourself the love you give to us.”

Cue the tears.

It was as if Gus (and maybe the universe through him) wanted to hold up a reflection — not just of who I am to him, but who I’ve forgotten I am to myself.

Another part that wrecked me:

“Even though they’ve passed on, the dogs on the other side are still with you. We all love you — to the ends of the earth.”

That moment cracked me open. It reminded me that love doesn’t leave. The animals I’ve lost — the ones who still show up in my memories, dreams, and sometimes in the way the wind moves — they’re still here. Still loving me. Still walking with me.

And then came the thank you.

“You and Gus have a deep soul bond. It’s not just affection — it’s mutual. He fulfills your needs, and you fulfill his.”

This was more than just a sweet message from a beloved pet. It was a call back to self. A call to pause. To soften. To ask the question I’ve been too busy or too tired or too distracted to ask:

“What do I need from me right now?”

So if you’ve been in that same place — of doing, giving, stretching — I hope this post meets you where you are. Maybe take a moment today to look in the mirror and see what Gus saw.

You’re worthy of your own love too.

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Recently, I had a deeply moving session with an animal communicator named Holly. I booked it to help my horse, Cash, who’s been dealing with ongoing health issues.

What I didn’t expect was for the conversation to uncover not only insights into his care, but also a clearer sense of my own purpose—and how this horse has shaped my life in ways I never saw coming.

Cash’s Story: From “Project Horse” to Lifelong Partner

I’ve owned and rehomed many horses over the years, often taking in ones that needed training, rehabilitation, or a fresh start. Cash arrived in 2017 through friends who knew I was experienced with “problem” horses.

He was gorgeous—rich coloring, a long mane and tail, and well-bred reining horse bloodlines. But on the ground? He was dangerous: pushy, reactive, and hard to handle. I almost didn’t buy him.

The turning point came the day we brought him home. While brushing his tangled mane, I watched the tension melt from his body. From that moment, something shifted. He became easier to handle, and when I finally rode him, I discovered he was responsive, smooth, and fun.

Over time, Cash turned into my go-to trail horse, my trusted partner in the mountains, and the horse I could put anyone on with confidence.

Health Challenges and the Search for Answers

When I first got him, his hooves were in terrible condition, requiring years of corrective shoeing. More recently, Cash developed intermittent lameness in his right front foot. After X-rays last fall, my vet diagnosed him with navicular disease, a degenerative condition that can cause chronic pain.

I’ve worked with farriers, vets, and bodyworkers to keep him comfortable. I’ve also pursued a holistic approach—studying equine rehabilitation therapy and becoming a Reiki Master—skills that have helped me support him and other horses over the years.

What the Animal Communicator Shared

During our session, Cash confirmed he needs a different farrier (ironically, I already had a new one scheduled). He described his discomfort in detail—how he’s been landing toe-first instead of heel-first—and even offered suggestions on what might help.

Then, Holly shared something that stopped me cold:

“She’s buying us a place.”

I hadn’t told her this, but I’ve been debating buying an acreage—a space where my horses could live and where I could run a horse rehabilitation facility.

Cash went further, saying he wants me to help other horses the way I’ve helped him, and that the number five is important—five horses, to be exact.

A Deeper Bond and a Bigger Purpose

Holly explained that Cash didn’t trust humans before me. His early reining training likely pushed him hard, and an injury may have ended his career. I, in turn, gave him patience, care, and the freedom to just “be.”

Reflecting on our journey, I realized: if it weren’t for Cash, I wouldn’t have gone searching for a whole-horse approach to care. I wouldn’t have found the Canadian Equine Therapy Institute. I wouldn’t have worked on the many horses I’ve helped since.

In short—Cash was the catalyst for my career in equine therapy and my ongoing spiritual journey.

The Message I Needed to Hear

Before we ended, Holly relayed Cash’s final message:

“Trust yourself.”

It’s a reminder I needed—not just in my horse work, but in building my real estate business and in life.

Looking Ahead

I don’t know exactly how or when, but I can see it now:
An acreage.
Five horses in rehabilitation.
A space for healing—both for the animals and the people who love them.

Cash has given me more than great rides and mountain memories. He’s given me direction. And I’m finally ready to follow it.

If Your Horse Has Changed Your Life…

I’d love to hear your story. Drop it in the comments or send me a message—I believe our animals often know more than we give them credit for.

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