What Does an Animal Communicator Do? What to Expect During an Animal Communication Session
Updated: Jul 26

Have you ever looked into your animal’s eyes and wondered what they were thinking?
Maybe you’ve wished you could ask why they’ve suddenly changed their behavior, whether they’re happy, or how they’re feeling. Perhaps you’re facing a difficult diagnosis, preparing to say goodbye, grieving the loss of a beloved companion, or simply hoping to deepen the bond you already share. If so, you’re not alone.
One of the questions I’m asked most often is:
“What does an animal communicator actually do?”
The answer is wonderfully simple.
Animal communication is a conversation.
Animal communication is much like having a regular conversation—only it takes place through telepathy instead of spoken language.
Just as every person has their own personality, thoughts, opinions, and unique way of expressing themselves, so does every animal. Each conversation is different because every animal is unique.
Some are funny and playful. Others are thoughtful, wise, sensitive, or anxious. One of my favorite parts of this work is getting to experience each animal’s unique personality.
What happens before a session?
Before your session, I’ll ask you to provide me with the species and name of your animal along with any questions you’d like me to ask.
Whether your animal is living with you, across the country, or has crossed the Rainbow Bridge, distance is not a barrier. Sessions are conducted remotely, allowing you and your animal to remain wherever you feel most comfortable.
What happens during a session?
I begin by connecting with your animal and simply starting a conversation.
Some animals immediately answer the questions you’ve asked. Others begin by sharing what feels most important to them. Just like conversations between people, every session unfolds naturally.
During our session, I’ll share with you what your animal is communicating as our conversation develops. You’re welcome to ask additional questions at any time, and often those lead to some of the most meaningful moments.
What kinds of things do animals talk about?
Every animal has their own priorities, but they often enjoy sharing their thoughts about:
Their relationships with the people and animals in their lives
Changes at home
Behaviors or challenges you’re wondering about
Their likes, dislikes, routines, and preferences
How they’re feeling emotionally
Ways you can support them
Messages of love, reassurance, encouragement, or comfort
Sometimes they make us laugh.
Sometimes they surprise us.
Sometimes they touch our hearts in ways we never expected.
Is every session the same?
Not at all.
Every animal is an individual with their own personality, experiences, and perspective. Some are very chatty, while others are quieter.
One of the things I love most about animal communication is that every conversation is unique.
What do people take away from a session?
While every experience is different, many people leave with a deeper understanding of their animal, greater peace of mind, and an even stronger connection than before.
What Animal Communication Is Not
Because animal communication is still unfamiliar to many people, it’s natural to have questions or misconceptions about what it is—and what it isn’t.
It isn’t about making animals do what we want.
Animal communication isn’t about controlling an animal’s behavior or convincing them to make certain choices. Instead, it’s about understanding their thoughts, feelings, and perspective so we can better support them.
It isn’t mind reading.
Animals, just like people, have free will. They choose what they’d like to share during a session. While I’ll always ask the questions that are important to you, your animal may also bring forward something they feel is meaningful for you to know.
It doesn’t replace veterinary or professional care.
Animal communication is meant to complement—not replace—veterinary care, training, or other professional support. If your animal has a medical or behavioral concern, I always recommend working with the appropriate professional.
It isn’t about translating animals.
People often ask if I translate what animals say. I don’t. I communicate directly with animals through telepathy. Every conversation is unique because every animal communicates in their own individual way.
At its heart, animal communication is about creating a deeper understanding between you and your beloved companion. It offers an opportunity to listen with greater compassion, strengthen your bond, and discover what your animal may have been trying to share all along.
It is truly an honor to help facilitate those conversations, and I look forward to helping you and your beloved companion connect on a deeper level.
Together, we can deepen our connection with the animals and natural world around us — helping animals feel heard, understood, held, and supported.
With love,
Tanja
Animal Communication with Tanja




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