The Miracle of Animals and Hanukkah

Reflecting on the miracle of Hanukkah, I can’t help but muse about the connection between the holiday’s symbolism and the spiritual qualities our animal companions embody so beautifully.

Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, honors the miracle of a tiny amount of oil — enough for just one day — lasting for eight. The menorah is lit in celebration of this enduring light.

This inspirational holiday is a celebration of light, hope, and resilience, even in uncertain times.

Animals reflect these same qualities every day:

Light – They lift our spirits and offer comfort just by being close.
Hope – They provide a steady presence and unconditional love, even when we’re stressed or having a hard time.
Resilience – They adapt, heal, and move forward — teaching us how to do the same.

Just like the warm glow of the menorah candles, animals radiate a quiet, steady brilliance that brings daily peace and comfort, reminding us to find joy in the present moment.

Whether you’re lighting Hanukkah candles, decorating for Christmas, honoring Kwanzaa, or celebrating Festivus, may the light of your animal companions bring you peace, comfort, and a few unexpected miracles.

Happy Holidays from my family to yours!

~Cat, Minnie, Yogi Bear, and Finnegan

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💞 Let’s keep the light going:

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Hi! I’m Cathy “Cat” Malkin

My mission is to help you and your animal find calm, trust, and a deeper understanding together.

I believe that animals are powerful teachers, healers, and guides. For over 30 years, I’ve been a trusted guide for pet parents and their pets. As an Animal Communicator, Animal Reiki Master and Practitioner, Pet Parenting Specialist, and Pet Anxiety Expert, I bring a unique blend of professional training and deep intuition to my practice, supporting pet parents in their relationships with their animal family.

My Master’s degree in Counseling and Education has given me the tools to support you and your pet together through every stage of their life and beyond, from welcoming your new companion, chronic illness, the dying process, navigating grief, to connecting with a pet who has passed on.

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