Wow!! In the study of shamanism, (one way) a shaman gains the spirit of an animal as a protector is after the animal attacks and person survives it…the spirit world “rewards” the shaman with that animal’s guardian spirit. For most it’s fringe stuff, but the same thing happened to me as a child. My experience was with my Sister’s wolf (a bigass real wolf) she had “inherited” and he mauled me; almost lost my leg. After that event he would stay by my side (apology?/respect?). Ever since every single dog I meet is instantly warm, loving more than what you’d expect. I love all animals, but there’s some connection spiritually there too. IMO.
I am also a big dog person. I like small dogs, but all my dogs have been big. Aside from the usual awesomeness a dog brings they also serve a practical purpose as a deterrent.
Wow!! In the study of shamanism, (one way) a shaman gains the spirit of an animal as a protector is after the animal attacks and person survives it…the spirit world “rewards” the shaman with that animal’s guardian spirit. For most it’s fringe stuff, but the same thing happened to me as a child. My experience was with my Sister’s wolf (a bigass real wolf) she had “inherited” and he mauled me; almost lost my leg. After that event he would stay by my side (apology?/respect?). Ever since every single dog I meet is instantly warm, loving more than what you’d expect. I love all animals, but there’s some connection spiritually there too. IMO.
Ha HAAAHH it’s a gift from God. Relish their love.
I am also a big dog person. I like small dogs, but all my dogs have been big. Aside from the usual awesomeness a dog brings they also serve a practical purpose as a deterrent.