When Is the Right Time to Welcome a New Animal After Loss?
You can never replace an animal you once cared for, and your animal who has passed knows and understands that.
A different perspective you could view this from, is to see it as welcoming a new life into the home. A new animal heart friend who will bring back joy, comfort and companionship.
Connect with me and we can chat with your friend who has passed over - Zoom, WhatsApp and Mobile appointments available each day. Book anytime.
You can never replace an animal you once cared for, and your animal who has passed knows and understands that. Their bond with you is unique, and personal to you. No animal is ever the same — not in personality, not in the way they loved you, and not in the way they made you feel.
In AfterLife communication sessions, animals often show me that they don’t feel hurt, left out, or “taken over” when another animal enters your life. They don’t compare themselves. They don’t feel replaced. They don’t hold onto human worries about being forgotten. Their perspective is beautifully different.
What they want — genuinely — is for you to be happy. They may want you to feel companionship again, or they may know that you need a little more time.
Many animals share that they love seeing their guardian open their heart again. They understand your choices far more than you may realise. They see your grief, your hesitation, your guilt, your longing — and they respond with compassion.
Booking an AfterLife session can help you understand their perspective of their life with you, and how they feel about the decisions you’re making now. Hearing their thoughts can also help you let go of any worries, and bring clarity to the question so many people carry: “Would they be okay with me welcoming another animal?” This is one of the most satisfying aspects of my communications - bringing you clarity and peace of mind.
A new animal heart friend could bring you back joy, comfort, and companionship. A new routine - a new vibe in the house - a whole new connection.
Your bond with your animal in Spirit remains and doesn’t leave you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are my responses to many of the questions I get about how this all works.
Q: How do I know if it is the right time to get a new pet?
A: It can be days, weeks months, or years. One of my animals, a beautiful Rottweiler named Ruby, had been gone for 10 years before I welcomed another animal into my home. My new friend was a cat who had been traumatised from the Christchurch earthquakes and his family could not get him out from under the bed. One day, I randomly decided to help out a local shelter, and there he was, left there by his previous owner to see if someone could help him. It was fate, and he came to me, and within days he was roaming around the property freely, and thrived for the next few years. Never feel guilty because no two animals are the same, and your new pet will bring you a beautiful different aspect for life.
Q: Can you connect with animals who have passed?
A: Yes. Animals in spirit communicate just as clearly as those living. Their energy often feels very similar to me, as though they are right here with you. They will show me little memories you may have forgotten, happy times which may have seemed insignificant to you, but they loved! If you wish, you can book an AfterLife communication, and we can check in with your animal who has passed, and see what they might recommend.
Q: What happens during the session?
A: We meet live (by Zoom, WhatsApp, or mobile (NZ & Australia only), and I share everything your animal shows me — their feelings, needs, memories, and messages for you. You’re welcome to ask questions at any time. After the session, you’ll receive a written summary you can revisit whenever you need.
Learn more about AfterLife Communications here.
