Cathy Handford - Animal Communication and Healing - Nationwide
Compassionate • Accurate • Healing for Animals and Their People
As featured on AP News • CBS 42
✨ About Cathy
Whether your pet is anxious, grieving, or simply trying to tell you something, I bridge the communication gap so both of you can feel calmer, clearer, and more connected. Also YU2SHINE’s nationally recognized “Nature mE Coach,” I blend telepathic animal communication, energy healing, and intuitive guidance for pets and their people. My work has been nationally featured highlighting my dedication to compassionate, heart-centered transformation for animals and their families.
Clients describe my sessions as “spot-on and deeply healing.” I bring both professional training and genuine love for all species to every conversation, helping you and your companions find peace, understanding, and renewed harmony.
✨ Why Pet Parents Choose Cathy
• Nationally Featured Expert – trusted voice in animal communication and healing
• Certified Healer & Instructor – ThetaHealing®, Communication with All Life University (CWALU) Animal Mastery Program, and Free mE® EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)
• Fast Booking & Flexible Scheduling – most sessions available within 24 hours
• Holistic Support for Pets and Their People – emotional, behavioral, and energetic balance
• Affordable Services and Multiple-Session Package Discounts
✨ Services Offered
Animal Communication — 20 Minutes • $ 50
A focused telepathic conversation to understand what your pet most wants you to know. Perfect for first-time clients or follow-ups.
Animal Communication + Healing — 30 Minutes • $ 65 ⭐ Most Popular ⭐
Combines intuitive communication with gentle energy healing to support physical, emotional, and behavioral balance. Ideal for anxiety, transitions, or recovery after illness or adoption.
Healing Sessions for You and/or Your Pets — 60 Minutes • $ 125
Because pets often mirror our emotions, healing both of you together creates lasting peace. Using ThetaHealing® and EFT, I help release stress, grief, and energetic patterns affecting you and your animals. These sessions support shared or individual healing and are deeply restorative.
Three-Session Healing Package — (3 × 60 Minutes) • $ 350
A transformative journey for consistent emotional and energetic realignment—supporting you, your pets, or both together.
✨ Signature Specialty Services
Quantum Clearing™ for Homes — $ 50
Pets absorb the energy of their environment. This remote session clears emotional residue, environmental stress, and stagnant energy from your home—restoring calm and harmony for everyone under your roof.
Spirit Animal Reading — $ 50
Discover the spirit animal guiding you now. Includes a channeled message, image, and symbolic meaning—delivered by email within 24 hours. A beautiful experience for yourself or as a gift.
✨ Featured Article
“Why Hire an Animal Communicator” – Published on Petworks, September 27, 2025
“Because our lives are so deeply intertwined with our animals, the healing they receive often extends to us as well…”
In this article, I explain what animal communication truly is, how it supports pets through health, behavior, and transitions, and why these sessions often bring healing to their people too. See Petworks Tips & Advice (Tab on webpage), Animal Communication Insights, September 27, 2025
✨ Client Love
“Absolutely beautiful! Cathy sent healing energy to me and my dog both! We played ball for 15 minutes in the heat — something he hadn’t done in months. I feel so blessed and honored.”
— Shelli W ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Cathy is truly gifted. My dog has less fear, more affection, and calmer energy around people and other dogs.” — Susan V
“She’s the real deal. Cathy gave my cats healing, me peace of mind, and true communication that matched things I’d noticed but never mentioned.” — Miriam G
64 verified bookings since March 2024 — consistently 5-star rated for accuracy, compassion, and results.
✨ Booking & Bonuses
• Same-day or next-day appointments by phone or Zoom nationwide
• Refer two friends → receive a free 20-minute session!
• Easy scheduling via text after purchase for your convenience
- Certified
- Insured
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
Gain a deeper understanding of your animal through intuitive telepathic communication—whether they are living or in spirit. (For Lost Pets, please see the Lost Pet Recovery Partnership package below.)
Whether you're looking for answers to specific questions, reassurance, or a deeper connection, this session provides an opportunity to hear your animal's perspective and better understand their thoughts, feelings, needs, and experiences.
You are welcome to prepare questions in advance, or simply allow your animal to share what they most want you to know.
This session is ideal for:
✨ Understanding your animal's thoughts, feelings, and needs
✨ Connecting with beloved animals in spirit
✨ Deepening the bond between you and your animal
Please Note
This session is focused on communication only and is best suited for general questions and guidance. It does not include energy healing or the in-depth assessment needed for medical or behavioral concerns. For those situations, please book the 30-Minute Animal Communication & Healing Session, which includes an energetic body scan and intuitive healing.
For communication with multiple animals, please book:
• 30 minutes for up to 2 animals
• 60 minutes for 3 or more animals
Scheduling
⏰ You can request an appointment using the Availability button in the upper-right corner of our conversation.
Please send a clear, recent photo of your animal before your session.
Gain a deeper understanding of your animal while supporting their emotional, physical, and energetic well-being.
This 30-minute session combines intuitive telepathic communication with energy healing to help uncover the why behind your animal's thoughts, feelings, behaviors, or physical concerns.
During our session, I will:
✔️ Connect telepathically with your animal to receive their thoughts, feelings, and perspective.
✔️ Perform an energetic body scan to identify areas of imbalance or discomfort that may benefit from veterinary attention or energetic support.
✔️ Share the information your animal wishes you to know.
✔️ With your permission, provide intuitive energy healing tailored to your animal's individual needs.
This session is especially helpful for:
✨ Behavioral concerns or sudden changes in behavior
✨ Physical or emotional challenges
✨ Anxiety, fear, or life transitions
✨ New adoptions or rescue animals
✨ Preparing for or navigating end-of-life
✨ Deepening the bond and understanding between you and your animal
Every session is guided by compassion, respect, and your animal's highest good. My goal is not only to help your animal feel heard and supported, but also to provide you with practical insights that strengthen your relationship and help you make informed decisions about their care.
Scheduling
⏰ You can request an appointment using the Availability button in the upper-right corner of our conversation.
If your situation is urgent—such as an end-of-life decision or a pet who has gone missing very recently—please send me a message. If possible, I will do my best to accommodate an earlier appointment.
Please send a clear, recent photo of your animal before your session.
Communication & Healing sessions designed to provide deeper insight and lasting transformation over time.
Some concerns cannot be fully understood—or resolved—in a single session. This three-session package allows us to build on previous work, monitor progress, and adjust our approach as your animal's needs evolve.
During each session, I will:
✔️ Connect telepathically with your animal to receive their thoughts, feelings, and perspective.
✔️ Perform an energetic body scan to identify areas of imbalance or discomfort that may benefit from veterinary attention or energetic support.
✔️ Share the information your animal wishes you to know.
✔️ With your permission, provide intuitive energy healing tailored to your animal's individual needs.
This package is especially valuable for:
✨ Ongoing physical or emotional concerns
✨ Behavioral challenges that benefit from continued support
✨ Recovery from illness, injury, trauma, or surgery
✨ Rescue animals adjusting to a new home
✨ Senior pets or those navigating end-of-life
✨ Strengthening the bond and understanding between you and your animal over time
Each session builds upon the last, allowing us to celebrate progress, address new concerns as they arise, and provide your animal with consistent support throughout their healing journey.
Scheduling
⏰ You can request your first appointment using the Availability button in the upper-right corner of our conversation. We'll schedule the remaining sessions together at intervals that best support your animal's needs, although you're always welcome to use the Availability button to view my calendar.
Please send a clear, recent photo of your animal before your first session.
Barn/Farm Visit - Make it a healing party!
I’ll come to your barn and connect directly with your animals—whether horses, goats, chickens, or other companions. Using telepathic communication and intuitive medical scanning, I help identify areas of discomfort or imbalance, offering insights you can share with your veterinarian. With your permission, I’ll also provide gentle energy healing to support your animal’s physical and emotional well-being.
This is a fun and meaningful way to spend time with your animals—and your fellow barn friends! Group sessions are welcome and often bring powerful collective healing and insight.
I’m based in Northern Virginia. A travel fee applies based on your location, and I’ll confirm this with you when we arrange your visit.
Let’s bring healing and connection right to your barn door.
One session, many possibilities—comprehensive healing for you, your pets, or both together.
This 60-minute session is designed for situations that benefit from additional time and a more in-depth approach. Whether you're supporting your own healing, your animal's well-being, or the special bond you share, we'll tailor the session to your unique needs.
This session may include:
✔️ Intuitive telepathic communication with your animal(s)
✔️ Energy healing for you, your pet, or both
✔️ An energetic body scan to identify areas of imbalance
✔️ Guidance for emotional, physical, or spiritual challenges
✔️ Support for grief, life transitions, or end-of-life journeys
✔️ Time to work with multiple animals or more complex situations
Animals often reflect the emotional and energetic state of the people they love, sometimes carrying stress or imbalance that isn't entirely their own. By supporting both the human and the animal, we can often create deeper, more lasting shifts than by working with either one alone.
As a certified instructor in ThetaHealing® and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), I help identify and release limiting beliefs, emotional patterns, and energetic imbalances that may be contributing to physical, emotional, or behavioral concerns. Every session is individualized and guided by compassion, intuition, and your highest good.
Whether the focus is you, your pet, or both together, my goal is to help restore balance, promote healing, and strengthen the connection you share.
Scheduling
⏰ You can request an appointment using the Availability button in the upper-right corner of our conversation. If you're experiencing an urgent situation, please send me a message. When possible, I will do my best to accommodate same-day appointments.
If you or your animal are dealing with a chronic health condition, long-standing behavioral concern, or ongoing emotional challenge, I generally recommend a package of three sessions to provide continued support and allow healing to unfold over time.
My most comprehensive healing package—three 60-minute sessions designed to create meaningful, lasting transformation for you, your pets, or both together.
Some challenges develop over months or years and require more than a single session to fully understand and address. This three-session package allows us to uncover deeper patterns, monitor progress, and provide ongoing support as healing unfolds.
Whether you're seeking healing for yourself, your animal companions, or both together, each session is tailored to your unique circumstances and guided by compassion, intuition, and your highest good.
Depending on your needs, sessions may include:
✔️ Intuitive telepathic communication with your animal(s)
✔️ Energy healing for you, your pet, or both together
✔️ Energetic body scans to identify areas of imbalance
✔️ Guidance for physical, emotional, behavioral, or spiritual concerns
✔️ Support for grief, chronic health challenges, life transitions, or end-of-life journeys
✔️ Time to work with multiple animals or more complex situations
As a certified instructor in ThetaHealing® and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), I help identify and release limiting beliefs, emotional patterns, and energetic imbalances that may be contributing to illness, stress, behavioral challenges, or emotional suffering.
The continuity of three sessions allows us to build upon previous work, celebrate progress, adjust our focus as needed, and support lasting change rather than temporary relief.
Your package includes:
✨ Three 60-minute healing sessions
✨ A personalized healing plan tailored to your needs
✨ Guidance and practical recommendations to support healing between sessions
✨ The flexibility to focus on yourself, your pets, or both throughout the package
My goal is to help restore balance, strengthen the bond between you and your animals, and support deeper healing that continues long after each session ends.
Scheduling
⏰ You can request your first appointment using the Availability button in the upper-right corner of our conversation. We'll schedule the remaining sessions together at intervals that best support your healing journey. If you're experiencing an urgent situation, please send me a message. When possible, I will do my best to accommodate same-day appointments.
Please send a clear, recent photo of your animal before your first session.
Your home holds energy—from past owners, daily stress, environmental factors, and even unseen influences. Pets are highly sensitive to these energetic imprints and often absorb stress, anxiety, or fear that doesn’t belong to them.
This remote Quantum Clearing™ session is designed to release low-frequency energies from your home and replace them with high-vibrational frequencies like peace, safety, and love—creating a more supportive space for both you and your animal companions.
This service includes:
✨ Remote energy clearing of your home, yard, and any outbuildings
✨ Removal of emotional residue, past trauma, and stuck energies
✨ Infusion of calming, uplifting frequencies to support your pet’s well-being
✨ Optional insight on energetic sensitivities affecting your pet
Whether your pet is acting out, anxious, withdrawn, or just not themselves, the energy in your home could be a contributing factor. Quantum Clearing™ helps restore balance so both of you can thrive.
No in-person visit required – clearing is done remotely and results are shared with you by message or call.
Let’s create a peaceful, energetically aligned home—for everyone under your roof.
✨ Learn to Connect Intuitively to Animals – Intro Training (2-Hours)
Are you curious about learning to communicate with animals — not just your own, but any animal, living or in spirit?
This 2-hour introductory training session is your first step into the world of intuitive animal communication.
Whether you’re brand-new to intuition or already feel deeply connected, you can learn this skill with the right method, structure, and support. This session gently guides you into direct, soul-level communication using the meditation technique I personally use in client sessions.
What You Will Learn
✔ Fundamentals of intuitive telepathic animal communication
✔ My personal journey and professional development path
✔ The energy + meditation technique used to connect safely and ethically
✔ Live guided practice so you experience communication, not just theory
✔ Supportive feedback and personalized next-step learning path
No previous intuitive experience is required — only curiosity and a love for animals.
Next Step After Completing This Class
You become eligible to join the Weekly Membership Practice Circle to continue developing accuracy, fluency, and confidence.
Your animals already know how to communicate — now it’s your turn to learn how to listen.
💫Bonus
FREE access to Introduction to ThetaHealing®: Create Your Own Reality
(perfect for those curious about intuitive healing for animals and people)
✨ Deepen Animal Communication Skills with Ongoing Practice & Instruction
This ongoing membership is designed for students who have completed the 2-hour Intro Training and want to expand accuracy, deepen confidence, and develop intuitive communication skills with structure, mentorship, and community support.
Mastery requires repetition, refinement, and energetic alignment — and this circle is where that happens.
What’s Included (Each Month)
✔ Weekly guided practice sessions (4/month)
✔ Additional lessons + expanded skill techniques
✔ Live practice with animals (yours + volunteer animals)
✔ Individual feedback + skill-refinement coaching
✔ Q&A time during each meeting
✔ Supportive, private, no-judgment learning environment
This is where your intuitive communication becomes clearer, stronger, and more trusted, with steady progress and real-time support.
Cancel anytime — rejoin based on availability.
Recommended For
• Students seeking progression beyond theory
• Those who wish to help other people and animals
• Anyone craving a supportive, consistent practice container
Find a community of like-minded animal lovers committed to deeper connection, communication, and compassion.
Finding a lost pet is rarely a "one-and-done" process, which is why I created this 48-hour partnership instead of offering only a single session. Unlike most lost pet services, I don't simply connect with your pet once and wish you luck. I partner with you for 48 hours, providing ongoing intuitive guidance, search recommendations, and daily follow-up as your search unfolds.
💫Before You Book
To provide the most appropriate support, I use a brief pre-screening process for all Lost Pet Recovery Partnership requests.
Please begin by sending me a recent photo of your pet. I will first connect with your animal to assess the situation. If my impression is that your pet has already transitioned or is currently being cared for by another person, I will let you know and decline the Lost Pet Recovery Partnership, as I do not believe this program would be the most appropriate service in those circumstances.
💫Your Lost Pet Recovery Partnership Includes:
✔️ 20-minute private Zoom consultation
✔️ Direct intuitive communication with your pet
✔️ Personalized recovery strategy based on the information received
✔️ Location guidance and a marked search map when appropriate
✔️ 48 hours of follow-up support by text
✔️ Twice-daily energetic check-ins with your pet
✔️ Daily location updates when new information becomes available
💫My Approach
Every lost pet situation is unique.
After connecting with your pet, I seek to understand:
• Their emotional and physical condition
• Whether they are trying to return home
• Any obstacles preventing them from doing so
Based on the information received, I'll recommend the approach that I believe offers the greatest opportunity for success.
For some animals, the most effective approach is supporting them energetically in finding their way home. In these cases, I work with the Law of Oneness and the natural energetic relationships between animals and the natural world to encourage their return.
For others, the best approach is narrowing the search area using traditional lost pet location techniques, including viewing landmarks from your pet's perspective and using maps and pendulums to identify likely locations. When appropriate, I'll text you a map with the recommended search area clearly marked. Often, both approaches are used together.
💫If Your Pet Has Been Missing for Some Time
When a pet has been missing for weeks or months, the focus often shifts from immediate recovery to gaining clarity.
Depending on the information received, I may be able to provide insight into:
• Whether your pet appears to still be living
• Whether they are receiving food or care
• Their general circumstances and well-being
💫Important Expectations
Intuitive communication is intended to support your search—not replace practical search efforts. I encourage clients to continue using neighborhood searches, flyers, social media, shelters, veterinarians, neighbors, and all other traditional lost pet resources alongside our work together.
If your pet has not been found after the initial 48-hour partnership and you would like me to continue working with your case, you are welcome to book an additional Lost Pet Recovery Partnership.
Continue your animal's healing journey with three focused 20-minute follow-up energy healing sessions.
This package is available for animals who have already completed an initial 30-minute (or longer) Animal Communication & Healing Session and would benefit from continued energetic support.
Follow-up sessions allow us to reinforce previous healing work, support your animal as they continue to recover, and address new energetic imbalances that may arise as the healing process unfolds. These sessions focus on energy healing and are designed to build upon the foundation established during the initial appointment.
Sessions are typically scheduled 3–7 days apart, although the timing can be adjusted based on your animal's individual needs and healing goals.
⏰ You can request your first follow-up appointment using the Availability button in the upper-right corner of our conversation. We'll schedule the remaining sessions together at intervals that best support your animal's progress.
How do you serve precious pets?
- Animal Communicator
- Pet Psychic
- Animal Whisperer
- Pet Medium
- Animal Psychic
- Dog Psychic
- Missing Pet
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Alpacas
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Animal Communicator (Level One)
- Certified Animal Communicator (Level Two)
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
What are your specialties?
- Behavior Issues
- Deceased Pet Communication
- End of Life Issues
- Grief / Bereavement
- Life Changes/Transitions
- Lost Pet Communication
- Pet Health Issues
- Pet Trauma / PTSD
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
• Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled service will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled service will receive a 50% refund.
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Nationwide via phone or zoom
What year did you begin serving pets?
2021
How did you hone your craft?
Through hundreds of hours of training, practice, and heart-to-heart sessions with animals and their people over the past four years. I’ve studied with world-recognized teachers in ThetaHealing®, Communication with All Life University (CWALU), and Free mE® EFT, refining my intuitive accuracy and deepening my ability to translate what animals truly feel and need.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Patience, presence, and love heal more than any command ever could. When you slow down, listen with your heart, and meet your animal where they are, they naturally open up and show you exactly what they need. Gentle consistency builds trust—and trust transforms everything.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I’ve shared my life with animals big and small—from breeding and riding horses to caring for a donkey, chickens, cats, and my beloved dog. Each one has been both teacher and healer for me. Their wisdom inspires every session I offer, and I bring that same compassion and respect to your animals as if they were my own.
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Customer Reviews
Very good session. Will definitely use Cathy for the next time I need an animal communicator. She’s the real deal and so easy to talk with. Questions got answered and my animals both feel like they are more relaxed and heard.
- Ibi HPet Pro's Response:
Thank you Ibi!
- Cathy HandfordEverything was great and went smoothly.
- Lori KPet Pro's Response:
It has been a pleasure working with you and Zoe!
- Cathy HandfordWonderful! She took the time to listen carefully, she did energy healing on me and my pet, and although this was transactional, she did not make it seem like payment or time constraints were a priority. She really took the time to genuinely care about my pet!
- Dominique BPet Pro's Response:
Thank you so much!
- Cathy HandfordShe was VERY helpful. I saw a change in my dog’s behaviour the next day, and I’m very grateful for that.
- Julie CPet Pro's Response:
That is wonderful! Thank you!
- Cathy HandfordIt was an insightful experience. Thank you!
- Elizabeth CPet Pro's Response:
I enjoyed meeting you and your lovely mare!
- Cathy HandfordWhat Cathy can do is truly amazing. I lost my kitty and had no idea where she was and in a 20 min session Cathy was able to find my cat who was lost in my apartment complex basement in a tiny crawl space. She was able to communicate with my kitty and she brought me to her. She was incredible. Could not recommend her enough. Thank you Cathy!!!
- Emilie KPet Pro's Response:
I'm so delighted that you were reunited with Scarlet so quickly! Thank you for the review, Cathy
- Cathy HandfordThings with Cathy went amazingly well. I was getting ready to having a procedure for my cat, Zoe and something brought me to Cathy. Since having sessions with Cathy, Zoe's health has improved and she is an energetic cat. She is putting on weight and seems to feel much better. I will have additional sessions for Zoe with Cathy.
- Lori KPet Pro's Response:
I am so glad Zoe is making progress!
- Cathy HandfordShe said some things that were spot on. Wish we did more to ask more details.
- Samantha DTo be honest, this was my first time having a reading with a pet medium. I was a bit skeptical but I believed and I was desperate to find my missing cat. I reached out to Cathy after my cat was missing for 5 days. She connected with my cat and was guiding me to her even after the video call was finished! That spoke volumes. I was unable to find her due to the terrain I live in. It’s miles of open field and it was nearly impossible without luck however she told me that she will guide him back to me. She planted a mental gps back to my home. I didn’t know if it would work but the next morning when I woke up she was there! After 5 days of no sight or any clue whatsoever, boom.. she comes home. Right at my back door and so happy to be home! If you are reading my review and felt like I did, wondering if it will work or is legit, it is and just give her a chance! Thank you Cathy, we are so grateful.
- Heather EPet Pro's Response:
Thank you so much for your beautiful review. Lost pets are always the hardest situations, and I always feel immense relief when they safely return home. I’m deeply grateful to the angels who helped guide her back to you. ❤️
- Cathy HandfordCathy was absolutely wonderful!!! She provided us with extremely valuable insight, answered the really big questions, and even advised us on some of the more day-to-day things in our dog’s life. We decided that we want to consult with her every now and again for guidance. She definitely touched on some things that NO ONE would know about, and I truly believe in her gift. She is gracious and caring and a joy to talk to!
- Sabrina PHow do you serve precious pets?
- Animal Communicator
- Pet Psychic
- Animal Whisperer
- Pet Medium
- Animal Psychic
- Dog Psychic
- Missing Pet
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Alpacas
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Animal Communicator (Level One)
- Certified Animal Communicator (Level Two)
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
What are your specialties?
- Behavior Issues
- Deceased Pet Communication
- End of Life Issues
- Grief / Bereavement
- Life Changes/Transitions
- Lost Pet Communication
- Pet Health Issues
- Pet Trauma / PTSD
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
• Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled service will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled service will receive a 50% refund.
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Nationwide via phone or zoom
What year did you begin serving pets?
2021
How did you hone your craft?
Through hundreds of hours of training, practice, and heart-to-heart sessions with animals and their people over the past four years. I’ve studied with world-recognized teachers in ThetaHealing®, Communication with All Life University (CWALU), and Free mE® EFT, refining my intuitive accuracy and deepening my ability to translate what animals truly feel and need.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Patience, presence, and love heal more than any command ever could. When you slow down, listen with your heart, and meet your animal where they are, they naturally open up and show you exactly what they need. Gentle consistency builds trust—and trust transforms everything.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I’ve shared my life with animals big and small—from breeding and riding horses to caring for a donkey, chickens, cats, and my beloved dog. Each one has been both teacher and healer for me. Their wisdom inspires every session I offer, and I bring that same compassion and respect to your animals as if they were my own.
Customer Reviews
Very good session. Will definitely use Cathy for the next time I need an animal communicator. She’s the real deal and so easy to talk with. Questions got answered and my animals both feel like they are more relaxed and heard.
- Ibi HPet Pro Response:
Thank you Ibi!
- Cathy HandfordEverything was great and went smoothly.
- Lori KPet Pro Response:
It has been a pleasure working with you and Zoe!
- Cathy HandfordWonderful! She took the time to listen carefully, she did energy healing on me and my pet, and although this was transactional, she did not make it seem like payment or time constraints were a priority. She really took the time to genuinely care about my pet!
- Dominique BPet Pro Response:
Thank you so much!
- Cathy HandfordShe was VERY helpful. I saw a change in my dog’s behaviour the next day, and I’m very grateful for that.
- Julie CPet Pro Response:
That is wonderful! Thank you!
- Cathy HandfordIt was an insightful experience. Thank you!
- Elizabeth CPet Pro Response:
I enjoyed meeting you and your lovely mare!
- Cathy HandfordWhat Cathy can do is truly amazing. I lost my kitty and had no idea where she was and in a 20 min session Cathy was able to find my cat who was lost in my apartment complex basement in a tiny crawl space. She was able to communicate with my kitty and she brought me to her. She was incredible. Could not recommend her enough. Thank you Cathy!!!
- Emilie KPet Pro Response:
I'm so delighted that you were reunited with Scarlet so quickly! Thank you for the review, Cathy
- Cathy HandfordThings with Cathy went amazingly well. I was getting ready to having a procedure for my cat, Zoe and something brought me to Cathy. Since having sessions with Cathy, Zoe's health has improved and she is an energetic cat. She is putting on weight and seems to feel much better. I will have additional sessions for Zoe with Cathy.
- Lori KPet Pro Response:
I am so glad Zoe is making progress!
- Cathy HandfordShe said some things that were spot on. Wish we did more to ask more details.
- Samantha DTo be honest, this was my first time having a reading with a pet medium. I was a bit skeptical but I believed and I was desperate to find my missing cat. I reached out to Cathy after my cat was missing for 5 days. She connected with my cat and was guiding me to her even after the video call was finished! That spoke volumes. I was unable to find her due to the terrain I live in. It’s miles of open field and it was nearly impossible without luck however she told me that she will guide him back to me. She planted a mental gps back to my home. I didn’t know if it would work but the next morning when I woke up she was there! After 5 days of no sight or any clue whatsoever, boom.. she comes home. Right at my back door and so happy to be home! If you are reading my review and felt like I did, wondering if it will work or is legit, it is and just give her a chance! Thank you Cathy, we are so grateful.
- Heather EPet Pro Response:
Thank you so much for your beautiful review. Lost pets are always the hardest situations, and I always feel immense relief when they safely return home. I’m deeply grateful to the angels who helped guide her back to you. ❤️
- Cathy HandfordCathy was absolutely wonderful!!! She provided us with extremely valuable insight, answered the really big questions, and even advised us on some of the more day-to-day things in our dog’s life. We decided that we want to consult with her every now and again for guidance. She definitely touched on some things that NO ONE would know about, and I truly believe in her gift. She is gracious and caring and a joy to talk to!
- Sabrina P🐾 About Cathy Handford — Animal Communicator
Cathy Handford is a certified animal communicator serving pet parents in Fredericksburg, VA and throughout Independent City County — and virtually across the US and worldwide. With a deep intuitive connection to animals of all kinds, Cathy helps pet parents gain the clarity, emotional insight, and peace of mind they're looking for — one session at a time. Whether your companion is anxious, grieving, or simply not themselves, Cathy brings compassion, experience, and genuine dedication to every session.
❤️ What You Can Expect From a Session With Cathy
Every session with Cathy is conducted virtually — making it easy to connect from anywhere in Virginia or beyond. Cathy intuitively connects with your pet, sharing insights into their emotional state, behavioral patterns, and physical sensations. Sessions are personalized to your companion's unique needs, and Cathy will address your specific questions and concerns with care and attention. Many pet parents find that a single session with Cathy provides clarity that transforms how they understand and relate to their companion.
⭐ Why Pet Parents Choose Cathy on PetWorks
Cathy is a verified, reviewed animal communicator on PetWorks — a platform trusted by pet parents across the US. Every communicator on PetWorks is individually vetted by our team before appearing on the platform, and Cathy's profile includes verified client reviews from real pet parents who have experienced sessions firsthand. Browse the reviews above to hear directly from pet parents whose companions have been helped by Cathy's intuitive insight and genuine care.
Cathy also serves pet parents in Stafford, Dale City, Lake Ridge, Burke, Lorton, Woodbridge, Springfield, Alexandria, Arlington, Washington and throughout Independent City County — all sessions conducted virtually, so location is never a barrier.
🦔 How Booking Cathy on PetWorks Works
Booking Cathy is simple and secure. Select your preferred session type, choose Book Now for instant access or Request Quote to connect before committing, and complete your booking through PetWorks' secure checkout. Payment is handled securely through PetWorks — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Affirm, Link, or Klarna. Care Coverage at checkout gives you access to PetWorks' live Concierge team, full refunds if a booking is canceled through no fault of yours, and help resolving any booking issues.
Your pet is ready to be heard. Book a virtual session with Cathy Handford today.