About

Hey, I’m Joanna, The Animal Communicator

Think of me like an Intuitive Fairy Godmother, who is here to help you understand what your pets want to tell you and who will share it all with kindness, compassion, and the perfect amount of swearing.

I believe true understanding is key to healthy, loving relationships

(including your pets)

Even as tuned in as you and your animal friends are, when something feels off—when you sense a shift in behavior, or have questions about what they are feeeling or want… the noise of your own worry, insecurities and grief can quickly clog up your intuitive channels leaving you stuck in your head in cycles of guessing and projections of what you think is might be on with your pet.

But here’s the thing, assumptions and projections block understanding and trust faster than a dog can hear cheese hit the floor.

That’s where I come in. Let’s gather around the Zoom cauldron and have a heart-to-heart conversation with your animal companions. As an animal communicator, I’ll give your pets the chance to voice how they feel and what they want right now, so your bond stays strong, rooted in love, trust, and deep understanding.

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Hey, I’m Joanna, The Animal Communicator

Being able to hear from your pet about what they are feeling in their body, how they experience their life with you, and what they want right now, is pure magic.

It’s magic for pets, too.

A client's dog recently shared this at the end of their session, “I have been trying to get my person’s attention for so long, but no matter what I did, I couldn’t get through. Thanks to your help, I finally feel heard. I feel like we understand each other now.”

This is exactly why I do this amazing and challenging intuitive work. And if you would like to deepen your bond, build trust with your pets, and truly understand them, you, my animal-loving friend, are in the right place.

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A few fun facts about me….

🌿I’m an animist and genuinely believe in fairies and the intelligence of nature

🌿 I’m an energy-sensitive homebody who loves cozy vibes, spicy chi tea and witchy podcasts

🌿I have been blissfully married to my animal-loving, auto mechanic husband, Steve, for nearly 30 years

🌿I once took my dog paragliding in Canada, because flying was on his bucket list. He loved it.

My kryptonite?

🐶Bull dogs in PUFFY JACKETS. Pure Joy!

Three important things to know about me

I don’t offer this work as a novelty. My clients are here because they want to understand their pet’s unique perspectives so they better understand their animal friends, not test the waters to see if this work is real.

I don’t do psychic readings. As an animal communicator, I’m here to help you talk with your pets and hear what they have to say about life in the here and now.

I wont tell your pet to change their behavior, even if you are unhappy with how they are acting. Your animal’s behavior is one of the ways they are trying to tell you that something is out of balance. I’m here to help you understand all of the reasons why they are doing what they do so you can make changes that support both of you.

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How I became an animal communicator

My deep dive into all things witchy and intuitive began at the wee age of 12. As a teen, I eagerly attended every kid-friendly class I could find—learning Reiki, channeling, automatic writing, and, of course, animal communication. Even back then, I loved this work.

I officially opened my healing practice wayyy back in 1996. (Eeek! I was SO YOUNG!!) At the time, my focus was on intuitive massage therapy and embodied shamanic healing.

After decades of practice, I shifted gears in 2008 to offer intuitive animal communication full-time—and I haven’t looked back since.

In every way possible, I am wired for this work. I have a knack for seeing the big picture and patterns, holding space for tender matters of the heart, and using my finely tuned intuitive goggles to sense and transform the emotional and spiritual baggage that can get in the way of true connection.

This is what I want for you…

- To deeply understand what your pets are feeling and needing from you at this time.

- To uncover the lessons, healing, and experiences you and your pets are meant to share in this lifetime.

- To feel truly connected, so you can fully cherish every precious moment together.

- And to have a safe, sacred space to step into your heart and listen to what your pets have to share with you, so you can truly understand one another.

My Specialties

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Grief support for pet loss

Deeply healing, grounding in-spirit conversations with your animal beloved who has passed

Collaborative problem solving

Understand the roots of challenging behaviors and create solutions that feel good for both of you

Soulful conversations

Talk with your pet about the lessons, healing, and experiences you’re meant to share in this lifetime

Supporting senior pets

Gain insight into what your aging pet is feeling and needing during this precious stage of life

Your pet has so much to talk with you about

Let’s give them the chance to share

Animal Communication Offerings

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    Initial Session

    A perfect starting place. Sessions will help you understand what your pets are feeling and wanting right now.

  • Senior Pet Package

    In-depth conversations with your aging pet to navigate your pet’s senior years with grace and love

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    Rescued Dog Package

    Understand what your new rescued dog wants you to know about their past and what they need to move forward with you

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Here are my promises to YOU:

I honor you and your animals

I honor your story, path, and your own wisdom, and I will treat you and your pets with profound reverence. I am certain you and your animal friends deserve the very best I have to offer.

Your grief is welcome here

I witness daily the power that comes with finally hearing what your animal friends have to share with you and the profound nature this work has to open hearts and deepen bonds. You are safe here and your tears are welcome.

I believe in you

I believe in your intuitive gifts. Working with an animal communicator doesn’t mean you are not intuitive, it means you understand we all need support. My role is to support you, your pets (and your own intuitive knowing).

I will tell you like it is

I will share what I hear from your animals as clearly as possible and I share it in a common language- with the perfect amount of swearing. I’ll deliver your pet’s insights with profound integrity, healthy boundaries, and heart-felt transparency.

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Intuitive one, I am honored to begin with you.

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