Animal Reiki Energy Healing
A Gentle, Intuitive Approach to Energetic Balance, Relaxation & Well-Being
Animals communicate in so many ways beyond words. They feel, respond, and show us what they need when we take the time to listen.
Animal Reiki offers a peaceful space where your animal can simply be—to relax, release tension, reconnect with a sense of balance, and receive the energetic support they are open to in that moment.
Every animal is different, and every session is different.
I don't come in with a predetermined outcome. I connect, listen, sense, and allow the animal to guide the experience.
Reiki can be gentle and deeply restorative, yet its effects can also be surprisingly powerful. Some animals experience profound shifts during or after a session—physically, emotionally, energetically, or simply in the way they settle back into themselves.
While every animal responds in their own way, Reiki can offer meaningful support during times of stress, discomfort, recovery, transition, or when an animal simply isn't feeling like themselves.
All species are welcome.
What Is Animal Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice traditionally understood as working with universal life force energy—the energy that flows through and sustains all living beings.
The word Reiki is commonly understood as:
Rei — universal or spiritual
Ki — life force energy
When I work with an animal, I act as a conduit and facilitator for Reiki energy, using intention, focused awareness, meditation, and intuitive sensitivity to connect with the animal and support their energetic well-being.
Reiki is not a one-size-fits-all practice. Every animal is different, and every session unfolds differently.
I may work with the animal's energetic field, chakra system, and other energetic centers, but I don't come into a session with a predetermined outcome or decide in advance what the animal needs.
I connect.
I listen.
I sense.
I receive guidance.
And I respond.
Sometimes the work is subtle. Sometimes the shifts can be surprisingly profound. I allow the animal, their responses, and the Reiki itself to guide the experience rather than forcing a particular result.
“Reiki can be as miraculous as re-inflating collapsed lungs or moving a foreign body out of the stomach, or as subtle as finding a much-needed home for a difficult-to-place shelter animal.”
— Patricia Monahan Jordan, DVM.
How Reiki May Support Your Animal
Reiki can be a deeply supportive complementary practice for animals, offering a space for relaxation, energetic balance, emotional ease, and restoration.
Depending on the animal and what they are experiencing, Reiki may support:
Calm and relaxation during times of stress, fear, anxiety, overstimulation, or emotional tension
Comfort and recovery during periods of physical or emotional challenge, recovery, or change
Energetic balance and vitality, helping an animal feel more grounded, replenished, connected, and like themselves again
Transitions and end-of-life support, offering a peaceful, comforting space when an animal needs extra gentleness and presence
Every animal responds differently. Sometimes the changes are subtle. Sometimes they can be surprisingly profound.
Reiki may also be used alongside veterinary care and other complementary wellness approaches. It is not a replacement for veterinary or medical care, but rather a practice that can complement the care your animal is already receiving.
“Thank you Veronica for your help with my dog. We didn’t know what was wrong, but for a few days he seemed really off, lethargic and “out of it”. A few hours after the session he was back to himself, running around happy like nothing had happened. It really was amazing to see such a shift in his energy, so quickly. Certainly didn’t expect this, and know that this may not be necessarily the case in all situations, but wow, this really was amazing. Veronica was very professional, loving and kind. This was our first long distance Reiki session and it was really powerful. She stayed on the phone with us and we felt the energy very beautifully and strongly, and so did my dog as he went into a deep sleep. We are really happy that our little guy is feeling like himself again! Thank you Veronica and Reiki energy!”
— Jay C., Pompano Beach, Florida, USA.
How Reiki Energy Healing Works
During a Reiki session, I intentionally connect with your animal and with Reiki energy, becoming attuned to the animal's energetic field and whatever may be asking for attention.
I may work with the animal's chakras, energetic centers, and overall energetic flow, using intention, focused awareness, intuitive movement, and Reiki to encourage the release and clearing of energy that feels stagnant, depleted, excessive, or out of balance.
Reiki is generally offered without physically touching the animal. I work within their energetic field, allowing them to remain comfortable and free to move, rest, come closer, or step away as they wish. When light touch feels appropriate and the animal is comfortable with it, I may be intuitively guided to include it—but their willingness always comes first.
Sometimes the work is subtle. Sometimes it is much more noticeable.
An animal may become deeply relaxed, release tension, replenish and recharge, settle after being overstimulated, or simply seem to come back into a greater sense of ease within themselves.
I don't force the energy.
I don't impose what I think the animal needs.
The energy guides me, and the animal guides the experience.
The Chakra & Energetic Connection
The chakra system is an important part of how I approach Animal Reiki. In the energetic traditions I work with, chakras are understood as centers of energy within the body and energetic field, each associated with different aspects of physical, emotional, and energetic well-being.
Animals have their own energetic patterns and rhythms, and their chakra systems can be part of what I observe and intuitively connect with during a Reiki session.
I may gently focus on a particular chakra or energetic center when it seems to be asking for attention, or work more broadly with the animal's overall energetic flow and balance.
The goal is not to force anything or to make every session look the same. I allow the animal and the energy to show me where support may be needed.
Through this process, I may be supporting a greater sense of:
Balance
Flow
Grounding
Harmony
Reconnection
Relaxation
Vitality
Every animal has its own energetic story. Every session has its own rhythm.
Why Is Reiki an Ideal Holistic Therapy for Animals?
One of the things I love most about Animal Reiki is that it asks nothing of the animal.
There is no performance.
No expectation.
No forcing.
No need for them to "do" anything.
Reiki is:
Gentle and non-invasive
Quiet and peaceful
Adaptable to different species and environments
Available in person or from a distance
Guided by the animal's comfort and willingness to participate
Animals don't need to understand Reiki intellectually or believe in it. They simply respond according to what feels right for them.
Some animals become deeply relaxed.
Others may yawn, stretch, lick, chew, sigh, or release tension.
Some sleep throughout much of the session.
Others remain alert and observant.
And some may move away for a while and return when they are ready.
All of it is part of their unique experience.
Animals are the leaders of the session.
They may choose where they want to be, whether they want to be close or at a distance, and how much interaction they desire.
I honor their boundaries and remain attentive to their responses throughout the session, allowing their comfort, energy, and willingness to guide the experience.
I simply listen, follow their lead, and work with what they show me.
“My dog couldn't walk due to patellar luxation and as soon as we were done having a Reiki session, she was up and getting around! My dog is my baby and although she is older I knew that Reiki would do wonders for her and I was happily surprised with the results. In addition, to having such a special gift, Veronica is attentive to detail, thorough and loves pets! She is truly amazing!”
— Estela M., Coral Gables, FL, USA.
Before, During & After Reiki
Every animal comes to Reiki differently.
Before a session, an animal may appear:
Anxious or unsettled
Tense or unable to relax
Emotionally overwhelmed
Withdrawn or disconnected
Simply “not quite themselves”
During a session, you may notice your animal beginning to settle, soften, stretch, yawn, sigh, sleep, or become quieter. Some animals remain alert and observant, while others move around and choose their own space.
There is no “right” way for an animal to experience Reiki. Their responses are part of the conversation.
Afterward, you may notice:
Deeper rest and relaxation
A softer, more peaceful presence
A greater sense of calm or ease
More openness or connection
Subtle—or sometimes surprisingly noticeable—shifts in behavior or energy
Some changes may be apparent right away. Others may unfold gently over the hours or days that follow.
Every animal responds differently, and every session has its own rhythm.
Reiki meets each animal exactly where they are.
Reiki for Sessions for Animals & Their Humans
In-Person Animal Reiki
$150 | Palm Beach County & South Florida
In-person Animal Reiki is available throughout Palm Beach County, including:
Wellington • Loxahatchee Groves • The Acreage • Homeland • Caloosa • Jupiter Farms • White Fences • Westlake • Lake Worth • Delray Beach and surrounding areas.
I also travel throughout South Florida, including Broward and Miami-Dade counties, depending on availability and scheduling.
I come to your home, barn, or another comfortable environment where your animal feels safe and at ease.
The Reiki offering lasts approximately 45 minutes, followed by time to connect and discuss the experience.
Distance Animal Reiki
$120 | Available Throughout the U.S. & Internationally
Distance Animal Reiki allows me to connect with your animal wherever they are, while they remain in the comfort of their own environment.
Reiki is an energetic practice and does not depend on physical touch or being in the same room. The same Reiki energy and intuitive connection I use in person can be offered across town, across the country, or across the world.
Sometimes, distance can create more space for the work. Because I am not physically in your animal's space, I can go more deeply into my intuition and perception, without the physical environment around us influencing the experience. In some sessions, this allows me to connect with an animal in a very deep and focused way.
The same animal-led, intuitive Reiki practice is offered whether I am physically beside your animal or connecting with them from afar.
At your scheduled time:
We connect by phone or WhatsApp.
The Reiki offering lasts approximately 45 minutes.
We remain connected throughout the session.
We connect afterward to discuss the experience, observations, and any intuitive messages that arose.
Human Distance Reiki
$150 | Available Throughout the U.S. & Internationally
The connection between an animal and their person can be deeply felt. Because of that, it's not unusual for the human caring for an animal to want some support of their own.
Human Distance Reiki offers you the opportunity to slow down, receive, reconnect, and experience the same intentional Reiki practice I offer to animals.
At your scheduled time:
We connect by phone or WhatsApp.
The Reiki offering lasts approximately 45 minutes.
You are invited to simply relax and receive.
We connect afterward to discuss your experience and anything that arose during the session.
“Our polo mare was uneasy and jumpy; very skittish to get on, and when you finally would, she would start her prancing routine. Veronica did her bodywork “magic” and in two sessions she was back to being her normal high performance polo pony again. Quite remarkable!”
— GR Ranch, Wellington, Florida, USA.
Preparing for your Reiki Session
There really isn't much you need to do to prepare. The most important thing is simply to create a quiet, peaceful space where your animal can relax and be themselves.
Let them choose where they feel most comfortable. They may want to lie down, move around, come closer, or quietly observe. There is no right way for them to be.
You are welcome to simply be with them during the session, or give them their own space to settle and receive.
Afterward, allow a little extra time for rest and quiet when possible. Some animals may feel deeply relaxed or sleepy, while others simply return to their usual rhythm.
Just give them space to be, listen to what they show you, and let the rest unfold naturally.
Not Sure If Reiki Is Right for Your Animal?
You don't have to know exactly which service your animal needs.
Every animal is unique, and sometimes the best place to begin is simply with a conversation.
Tell me a little about your animal, what you're experiencing, and what kind of support you're looking for.
I'll help you explore whether Animal Reiki—or another Barefoot Mama service—may be the most supportive place to begin.
“Everything Veronica does is done with sensitivity and compassion; from animal Reiki and communication to her delicious line of natural healthy jerky. My dog Betsy loves the beef pinanha flavor, my mailman Rob refers to it as “crack” because his dog also goes nuts over it!”
— Amie R., Nevada, USA.
“My dog couldn't walk due to patellar luxation and as soon as we were done having a Reiki session, she was up and getting around! My dog is my baby and although she is older I knew that Reiki would do wonders for her and I was happily surprised with the results. In addition, to having such a special gift, Veronica is attentive to detail, thorough and loves pets! She is truly amazing!”
— Estela M., Coral Gables, FL, USA.
After working with a very anxious and sensitive mare who I never touched, my client shared with me…
“… that her dressage mare has been lying down sleeping every morning since I had been there for the Reiki Session, so she is definitely more comfortable. Thank you! ”
— MH, Wellington, Florida, USA.
“Thank you Veronica for your help with my dog. We didn’t know what was wrong, but for a few days he seemed really off, lethargic and “out of it”. A few hours after the session he was back to himself, running around happy like nothing had happened. It really was amazing to see such a shift in his energy, so quickly. Certainly didn’t expect this, and know that this may not be necessarily the case in all situations, but wow, this really was amazing. Veronica was very professional, loving and kind. This was our first long distance Reiki session and it was really powerful. She stayed on the phone with us and we felt the energy very beautifully and strongly, and so did my dog as he went into a deep sleep. We are really happy that our little guy is feeling like himself again! Thank you Veronica and Reiki energy!”
— Jay C., Pompano Beach, Florida, USA.
“Our polo mare was uneasy and jumpy; very skittish to get on, and when you finally would, she would start her prancing routine. Veronica did her bodywork “magic” and in two sessions she was back to being her normal high performance polo pony again. Quite remarkable!”
— GR Ranch, Wellington, Florida, USA.
Support your animal with a gentle, deeply restorative Reiki session.
Whether your animal is feeling stressed, depleted, overstimulated, disconnected, or simply deserves some intentional time to relax and rebalance, I'd be honored to support them.
Namaste.
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