Full Description
From the earliest grimoires, animals have been associated with witches. This book covers all aspects of working magic with familiars and how to create profound relationships with your own pets. Dodie Graham McKay shares folklore and historical information as well as practical exercises and spells. Featuring a cover illustration by Laura Tempest Zakroff and deep insight on how to witches relate to their familiars and companions, this book helps you work with animal energy through dozens of charms, recipes, rituals, and more. Dodie takes you back in time to explore supernatural entities and long-ago symbolism. Then she delves into modern ways to understand animals and partner with them including stories about her relationship with animals. From making pumpkin oat dog biscuits to shapeshifting via dance, this book will enrich your experiences with the animals in your life.
Contents
Contents
List of Spells, Recipes & Workings xv
Foreword by Kelden xvii
Preface xxi
Introduction 1
Part One: History & Folklore
Chapter One: Defining the Terms 7
Chapter Two: A Look at the Past 17
Chapter Three: Animals in Witchcraft Folklore 33
Chapter Four: Companions of the Gods 57
Part Two: Reimagining Magic Relationships with Animals
Chapter Five: Understanding the Natural Magic of Animals 77
Chapter Six: Receiving Animal Wisdom 97
Chapter Seven: Seeking Familiars & Companions 107
Part Three: Working with Animals in Body & Spirit
Chapter Eight: A Witch's Toolbox & Animals 127
Chapter Nine: Whiskers, Bones & Other Animal Parts 141
Chapter Ten: Recipes & Rituals for Animals of Body 157
Chapter Eleven: Recipes & Rituals for Animals of Spirit 175
Chapter Twelve: Saying Goodbye 189
Conclusion 199
Bibliography 203
