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can animals see the dead by vader

vader
vader
I have got another question that I asked the minister and he could not at all answer me.He told me to read The Bible and what I believe isnt of God.But can a cat see the dead? The other day I came home and my cat was staring at the door for quite some time.When I pulled her away to feed her,my cat hissed at me and I am convinced that my cat saw Brad.You see Brad loved all cats and he loved Kramer.We got her when she was a kitten and she would play with the both of us.Let me tell you about Kramer when I discovered Brads body in the yard...Kramer would not let me near him.She was on top of him licking his face and she freaked out when the police came.I had to put her in the bathroom.Which brings me to another question.....does anyone think that a pet mourns? Kramer wouldnt eat for two weeks after Brads death.I do not know what to make of all this.All I know is that my cat has been acting screwing and noone has an answer for it.Can anyone advise me? What shall I DO? Thanks to all who reply.Vader.
Veronica77
Veronica77
I believe that animals can see spirits just from the reactions they have to certain things. Jack Van Impe (tv preacher) wrote a book called Animals in Heaven. I haven't read it but you might find it interesting. Also animals have a wide range of emotions - you can tell when they are happy or sad. Hugs
vader
vader
thank you for your very kind reply.I intend to get that book and I hope that it is in the library.Animals do feel and I know that Kramer misses Brad.Once again,thank you.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi Vader,
I believe animals can 'see' the dead, or at least detect their spirits. While I do not have much experience with cats (I have always had dogs, so I have only had two cats my entire life), I have no doubts they experience grief and loss when a loved one dies. There are several movies depicting the devotion of pets to the owners. They often look like we do after a loss, especially walking around in a daze and loss of appetite. This advice may sound crazy, but the next time this happens, try talking to Brad. He could be visiting to make sure everything is going well. There is nothing to lose and you may be able to gain a new sense of peace.
vader
vader
thank you for your reply and I will try it.These stares are getting to be common and I am getting a bit worried about it.once again thanks.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I believe cats can and do grief the lose of their people. My guess is the minister is thinking of the Old Testament and verses on talking to dead, etc. In any case, I don't know if the cat is seeing a dead person. The cat could also have a medical issue that could account for the stares...I simply don't know. If it were me, I would rule out medical reasons. I've had animals, and they do seem to mourn.
amartini
amartini
Animals grieve just like we do. Animals are also more empathetic to our bereavement and try to console their humans. To this day when I take my dog to certain places she is looking for my mother to also be there. Good topic
koolman
koolman
Yes, I believe they can! Cats in particular are quite sensitive to vibrations from the other side!
koolman
koolman
If your cat loved Brad, and Brad loved your cat, it seems only natural that he'd "visit" the cat when he's feeling lonely, and the cat would welcome him because the cat is lonely! The love these two "buds" feel for each other transcends even the grave.

Don't think of Brad as dead. Think of him as a transient being who drops in for a visit to hang out every now and then. It's nothing to be afraid of. It's natural.
vader
vader
thanks you koolmand.But i do believe that Kramer sees Brad and she still misses him after 5 years.The minister told me that this is a b elief of spiritism and I dont know what that is.Why do ministers knock this? Us the living is just having a hard time adjusting and i know that I will see Brad again.Thanks Koolman..Also..Koolman there is a good movie that you should see.It is a sleepeer.It is called Chef and it is great.A bunch of unknowns but that acting and story is fantastic!
adlk1234
adlk1234
I am just now reading your post. I find it very interesting. In general I am so very interested in ALL beings and whether or not we or they can see the dead. As far as actually "seeing" I do not know, but I do believe we can "sense" them. And that is good enough or close enough for me. My father had a golden retriever named Mitzy who he had for several yrs. before he passed away. He took excellent care of Mitzy. She was in perfect health. My father was a disabled army vet who lived alone at 78 yrs. old. Talk about a dog being man's best friend. When my father passed on, Mitzy went to live with my younger brother. Sadly, she only lived on a few short months. I know she died of a broken heart from missing my father. I know she is up in Heaven with him as I write this looking after him like she did when he was here on Earth. So when you look at Kramer please know that Brad is inside him living through him watching over you. God Bless you always.