my answer to this would be a resounding yes. Some animals are more highly attuned to the magical energies than others, and I would say all animals are more in tune with natural magic than we are. In my 40 years of studying the various forms of the magical arts I have always, in one way or another, had a "familiar" usually who chose me. A few have been hereditary, that is,the offspring of a previous overseer of my arts. I believe the ability in each creature varies, as it does for us I challange anyone to convince Freya, my current manx cat companion, that the altar is not her domain, and that I can do spell work without her immediate suppervision. When doing candle magic, she will stare at the candle till the working is complete, experience has taught me that if she washes herself after the working, there was some type of interferance, or something wasn't quite right, and usually the spell will not manifest. if she lays down by the altar, and goes to sleep, all is as it should be. I think more people would notice things like this if they used their powers of observation. I also know animals can benifit from magic worked on their nehalf. I have one example of that living on my property. I try to do as much equine rescue work as I can afford to feed. My arabian came to me at deaths door, starved, and critically ill with numerous infections. The vet said there was no way he was going to make it, and wanted me to put him down. I looked in those eyes, and it was like he was saying "give me a chance". So, after the vet left, some friends and I put this poor animal in the middle of a circle, and asked for all the healing help the Lady Epona could give. That horse gave a huge quiver all over his body, and started on the road to recovery. yes, it took good food, and lots of it, herbal, and pharmacutical medicine, but he went from no chance,to healthy. The vet said it was a miracle, said there was no way he should have lived. This isn't the only time I have used magic to assist an animal. it does work, and is proof that it isn't by "power of suggestion", as animals are not "suggestable" subjects So, use your powers of observation, and realize we are not the only gifted creatures in this universe, others can use, and benifit from magic as well
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