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2025 WARD Photo Album

It was a chilly day for our fundraiser and #WorldAnimalReikiDay celebration at the Little Red Barn Farm Sanctuary! Our twin staters know how to do it, though, and were bundled up and prepared. The sheep and goats helped keep us warm along with some delicious hot chocolate and snacks provided by the sanctuary.

We had a great time sharing meditation with the animals. We finished with a gratitude meditation and the WARD Prayer. A beautiful day all around! So much gratitude to all who came or donated.

Happy World Animal Reiki Day, everyone!
- Kelly McDermott-Burns, Vermont

In honour of this special day, I invite you to take some ‘moments in presence’ to share a few minutes in quiet meditation with your animal companion(s) or maybe you feel guided to share some small acts of kindness with the animals in your neighborhood and community.

Or you may like to recognize this day by joining Kathleen Prasad in this 4-minute World Animal Reiki Day prayer which shares peace and heartfelt compassion for all precious animals on this earth. So many could use our loving, supportive connection right now.

Embracing all animals with love, compassion, and gratitude, today, and every day!♡

- Jan Carron, Caledonia, ON, Canada, Ontario

Feeling grateful for the incredible magic that animal reiki has brought into my life! Who would’ve thought I’d get to do reiki with a lion, a tiger, and even a bear?! Connecting with all the furry friends at the shelter has been such a joy. Animal reiki supports shelter animals relaxation so they can shine their true self and get adopted!

Animals truly are our greatest teachers. Thank you for all the lessons, my furry companions!

Exciting news: Animal Reiki 1 is this April! Learn how to support your pet in the most loving way possible. Can’t wait to share this journey with you!

- Teresa Montalbo, Niagara, ON, Canada

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Happy World Animal Reiki Day from Oscar & me!

-  The Fosters & Ferals - Jodie

Happy World Animal Reiki Day!

Celebrating the connection between humans and animals and all of the amazing lessons animals teach us about love, joy, and compassion

We are so fortunate to share the planet with them and have the opportunity to give them kindness and love. They make us better humans 

- Julie Ulrich, Brooklyn, New York

Honoring World Animal Reiki Day – February 5

Today, we celebrate the incredible bond between humans and animals through the healing power of Reiki.

As an Animal Reiki practitioner, I’ve seen how profoundly animals respond to this gentle energy—their bodies relax, their demeanor softens, and they become less reactive. They recognize and appreciate kindness, knowing they are truly seen and supported. Understanding animals from this energetic perspective reveals the burdens they carry, allowing us to nurture them with greater awareness. Reiki isn’t about "fixing" them; it’s about creating space for their healing, honoring their wisdom, and supporting them on their own terms.

-  Moe Rosteius, Canada, Ontario

Tomorrow is World Animal Reiki Day.

Reiki means "Universal Life Energy." Discovered in Japan it helps animals and their humans by offering unconditional kindness to restore physical and emotional balance.

- Dr. Laurie Nadel, New York, United States

[Translated from Italian to English] Today is World Animal Reiki Day

I approached this world because I needed new inspiration, new tools to help animals.

But an ""energetic"" check-up is what, in some cases, can save an animal’s life—healing their soul and spirit, not just their physical body.

My wish is that next year, I can celebrate this day together with anyone who wants to be part of this world, along with my animal friends to whom I owe everything.
Happy World Animal Reiki Day to everyone!

Namaste

- Nänçy Reiki, Italy

Happy World Animal Reiki Day!

- Pattern Percussion, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Reiki is all about energy, love, and care – the same values we hold dear at Enavant Pet Care. Take a moment to connect with your pet’s soul, radiate calmness, and share unconditional love.

- Enavant Pet Care, Ahmedabad, India

Today is world animal Reiki day. We honour our animal friends as fellow teachers and healers and acknowledge the incredible benefits for animals who receive Reiki.
This day was created by Kathleen Prasad in honour of her beloved dog Dakota

- My Reiki Life - Simone, Australia

[Translated from Spanish to English] Happy International Animal Reiki Day 2025!

Another year together, celebrating the energy that connects us with animals, that heals us, and shows us the way. This day is meant to spread that energy around the world through meditation and practice, allowing the animals themselves to guide us.

I had the honor of training with my teacher, @animalreikisource, from whom I have learned so much. Her books and teachings have been essential on my journey, and carrying her legacy into every class I teach is an honor. Thank you, Kathleen, for everything you share with the world!

May the energy of Animal Reiki continue to expand throughout the world.

Happy Animal Reiki Day to all Reiki practitioners!

- Almas Reiki - Polly, Buenos Aires. Argentina

Today we celebrate #WorldAnimalReikiDay. A day to honor our animal companions as teachers and healers and to raise awareness of the healing benefits of Reiki for animals.

This day was created by Kathleen Prasad, honoring her beloved dog, Dakota.

- Lulu Barnad, Yelm, Washington USA

Dia Mundial do Reiki em Animais – World Animal Reiki Day

- Revista Medicina Integrativa, SĂ£o Paulo, Brazil

♡

- New Life Reiki, Marta, San Antonio, Texas

It's World Animal Reiki Day! Show an animal some love. Your own animal companion, a bird in flight or your neighbour. We are all part of the animal kingdom.

- Michelle Henry, Ontario, Canada

Happy World Animal Reiki Day!

World Animal Reiki Day is about honoring animals as our teachers and partners in healing.

I thought it would be fitting to share about our Darling Girl Rowan and how she inspired us to Reiki and how her legacy lives on....

Rowan was our inspiration with the Rowan Tree Reiki
She was our rescued, petite Red-Golden Retriever on our wedding anniversary, June 29, 2014
Rowan, named after the Rowan Tree, a celebrated tree in the Celtic World view, often as the Tree of Life
Rowan means, Little Red One and we knew that was her name when we were driving out to meet her.

We bonded deeply and had a rich fulfilling 4 years together
And then in 2018 she was diagnosed with canine cutaneous lymphoma and this diagnosis set us on our Reiki path...

If you, or your furbaby have ever received Reiki from us, please take a moment to remember Rowan.

- The Rowan Tree Reiki, California

Happy World Animal Reiki Day!

The goal of this day is to increase awareness of the healing effects of Reiki for animals all across the world, as well as to respect all animals as spiritual teachers.

- Donna "the Crazy Cat Lady" Smith, Essex, Maryland

It was an honour to be part of the powerful Global Reiki Share on #worldanimalreikiday

- The SunBird Collective, Nicola, County Waterford, Ireland

Celebrating World Animal Reiki Day! Today, we honor the healing power of Reiki for animals, promoting balance, calm, and well-being. Whether it's for stress, anxiety, or physical discomfort, Reiki is a gentle way to nurture our furry friends. Let's spread love and healing energy to every creature, big and small.

- Bow Bow The Animal Hub Grooming, Delhi State, India

Thanks to everyone, both the two-legged and four-legged, who helped us celebrate #WorldAnimalReikiDay! My special teacher Sophia also helped make tonight's distant healing session even that much more amazing. We are truly blessed that you shared such a special session with us!!

- Robin Miles Kreiner, New Jersey

As its World Animal Reiki Day I thought it appropriate to share a Reiki session from four years ago.

I love these photos which have captured just how relaxed Dolly was.

4 years later and Dolly is still doing well!!

- Bowen Therapy for people, dogs & horses, United Kingdom

Happy, peaceful, and loving World Animal Reiki Day!

A most beautiful photo of our beloved cat Lucky. It’s been 8 years now but never forgotten.

- Heart of Reiki - Anita, Australia, Victoria

Happy World Animal Reiki Day

- Forever By My Side, North Carolina

World Animal Reiki Day - February 5

- PlanetAyurveda, India

I wanted to share! And a picture of Janet a SARA member with blackjack

- Cristina Losapio

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