It’s been a hot summer, and I hope you and your pups are staying cool! Mine is certainly smelling a little damp, but she’s happy in the kiddie pool in the yard, then chills out (literally) in the air conditioning overnight. And me too dog, me too! Here are the questions you submitted on the Sara Moore Enlightened Horizons Facebook page for the column. Just a reminder, a reading is not a replacement for licensed medical care. I only know what they show me, and I can confidently say I have zero medical knowledge, so please use the information to complement licensed veterinary care.
Lexy S. asked about Misty, a chocolate lab. “What does she want more than anything?” I’m chuckling because your dog is going through a list of everything she wants, then trying to prioritize it, then asks if she can just have it all if she gets one thing a day. Oh Misty!! First thing I saw was someone blowing bubbles. Years ago, someone gave me catnip bubbles for my cat, which totally thought I was nuts, but I think your dog likes them! Wow, can you imagine catnip bubbles being number one on your request list?! Second is little pieces of snacks. I know popcorn isn’t good for dogs, which means corn nuts are bad but whatever she’s showing me looks like corn nuts. Please tell me what this is! Also, do you have a family member who wears a belt that isn’t tight enough? She thinks it’s funny…
Robinlyn G. asked about her Golden Retriever/Black Lab mix. “Is he happy?” Now, looking at him I’d say no, but he is totally happy! He is serious and wants to make sure everything is safe. He is The Watcher as he puts it. His idea of fun is exercise and movement with purpose. He is silly but not the most playful pup I’ve read. Some humans do puzzles for fun and others jump on trampolines. He’d pick puzzles, and I’m pretty sure you would, too!!! He feels like he’s stayed in a hotel which made him feel super dignified and special.
Kelly T. asked about Jillian, her flat coat Retriever who passed at 16. “Does she know how much we love and miss her?” Oh my goodness- yes she does!!! You gave her the sweetest sendoff! You told her stories, you laughed and cried, you hugged her even after she passed, and you allowed yourself to fully grieve. I don’t think our culture really leans into the topic of death, and we miss huge opportunities to find peace and healing at the end of a life. You honored her beautifully, and she is eternally grateful. She feels like a grandmother watching over your great grandchildren, listening to you tell the stories of your time with her. I would love to give you a hug and make sure you know how well you did by her.
Ok, I’m taking a pause from questions to say something. When I do a reading, I disconnect from my emotions and try to simply be a conduit who is able to ask really good questions of spirit, so you fully understand what is being relayed to you. Off the clock I cry at commercials, the national anthem, the first time I meet a new baby, when I think of a friend going through hard times, and so much more. If I allowed myself to feel everything with you, I’d be a mess and probably not want to do this anymore. Jillian made me want to cry because it’s such a beautiful love story! Back to your pups.
Lastly, Danielle R. submitted, “Opie, our rat Terrier passed. Does he know how very, very much he is missed and loved still?” Well, I hadn’t read your question before posting the above paragraph, but I can say the exact same for him. You may not be as demonstrative as Jillian’s owner, but you grieved in your own way and let him know how much you loved him. He had a super sweet spot even though, in true terrier fashion, they can weave in and out of joy and snark. LOL! I love that!
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