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Discover how your late pet may send you messages from the afterlife
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Pets are more than just furry (or feathery or scaly) friends. When you bring a pet into your home, it truly becomes part of the family. After losing a pet, it’s normal to go through a grieving process, and you should take the time you need to properly mourn and celebrate your pet’s life. But if you’re wondering if your pet is still coming to check in on you, there are several signs that your pet is not quite ready to part with you either. Read below for an exhaustive list of signs that your deceased pet is visiting you or sending you a message from the big dog park in the sky.

Afterlife Signs From Deceased Pets

You may hear animal sounds like barking, scratching, or a collar jingling. Or, you’ll smell something that reminds you of them—like their shampoo fragrance or favorite treat. You may also feel a sudden change in temperature as your pet’s spirit passes through.

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You hear sounds they used to make.

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You glimpse them out of the corner of your eye.

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  1. You could blame it on a shifting shadow or a trick of the light, but it may be the spirit of your deceased pet. Your animal may be trying to make its presence known.[4]
    • The next time you think you see your pet, acknowledge it out loud and tell them how much you love receiving visits from them.
    • These types of visits are most commonly reported among dog owners, as dogs like to stay close to their families, even in the afterlife.
    • Most people believe that you see spirits using peripheral vision rather than direct vision, so it makes sense that you’re only seeing them out of the corner of your eye.
    • You may not even see them, but sense that they’re looking at you and watching over you.
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Objects inexplicably move from room to room.

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  1. Perhaps they’re hiding your personal belongings somewhere you’d never put them. Or maybe the same object keeps getting knocked off a shelf or kitchen countertop.[8]
    • Dogs often knock off items close to the ground, usually in the living room and kitchen.
    • Cats, on the other hand, can access almost any part of the house and may mess with items on your bookshelf, kitchen counter, or wardrobe.
    • These playful actions by your pet are not meant to spook you. They’re just trying to engage with you and have a little harmless fun!
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You find unexplained scratches or markings.

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  1. These markings are most likely to appear on the same pieces of furniture where your pet used to scratch or chew. You may initially feel frustrated that your pet’s way of communicating with you is by damaging your nice leather sofa (yay!).[9]
    • However, you should feel happy to know that nothing has changed and your pet is still with you.
    • Finding scratches or markings after a pet’s death is actually a rare sign of spiritual contact, and it may indicate that you are particularly connected to the spirit world.
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You encounter other birds or winged creatures.

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You see their aura.

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  • If you want to feel even closer to your pet, consider purchasing a piece of memorial jewelry so they’re with you wherever you go.
  • Pet psychics and mediums offer services to communicate with pets in the afterlife. Just do your research to make sure you’re visiting a reputable spiritual professional.
  • Don’t be embarrassed if you’re feeling an immense amount of grief for your deceased pet. As psychologist Dr. Adam Dorsay puts it, “Animals aren’t just furry soulmates, but they are often teachers…Ultimately, a pet will teach us how to mourn and appreciate the preciousness of life.”
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Jason Zuk
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This article was reviewed by Jason Zuk and by wikiHow staff writer, Sophie Burkholder, BA. Jason Zuk is a Psychic Medium based in Tampa, Florida. He has almost 20 years of experience and has worked professionally as a psychic medium for six years. Jason works with people to confront obstacles and challenges so they can reach personal clarity. He is the Producer and Host of the podcast, The Social Psychic Radio Show, which is a seven-time Award Winning Podcast ranked in the Top 2% of all podcasts globally. Jason is also the Producer and Co-Host with Megan Kane of his second show, Psychic Visions Podcast, which is signed with ElectraCast Media. Jason received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Tampa, a Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University, and an LL.M. (Master of Law) in International & Comparative Law from Georgetown University. This article has been viewed 67,656 times.
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