Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh
Welcome to Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, the podcast that gives animals a voice. Join internationally renowned animal communicator Trisha McCagh as she helps humans understand animals on a profound emotional and energetic level.In each episode, Trisha dives into the extraordinary world of animal communication, exploring the unseen connections that bind us with the creatures we share our planet with. We feature expert guests—from wildlife carers and veterinarians to animal trainers, behaviour specialists, —each bringing their own unique experiences and perspectives.Stay informed with the latest animal news from around the world, including emerging welfare issues, conservation updates, and...
Food As Medicine: Gut Health & Natural Feeding Part 2
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What if the key to your animal’s health lies in looking beyond the symptoms—and rethinking what you put in their food bowl?
In Part 2 of my conversation with veterinary pioneer Dr Clare Middle, we explore the connection between nutrition, gut health and animal wellbeing. From inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and the gut microbiome to natural feeding and traditional Chinese veterinary food therapy, Clare shares insights from her experience in integrative veterinary care.
We discuss vaccination and titre testing, the value of combining conventional and hol...
The Incredible World of Tracking Dogs: How Dogs Find the Missing — Part 1
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In this episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, we continue Animals with Jobs and meet Sonya Bowditch from Canine Trackers Perth. Sonya has spent 18 years working with tracking dogs and supporting searches for missing loved ones across Western Australia.
Sonya explains the difference between scent-specific tracking and human remains detection, how dogs distinguish one person's scent from thousands of others, and how wind, rain, water and terrain can affect a scent trail.
We also explore the remarkable par...
🐾 The Dogs Who Went to War: Courage, Loyalty & Life Beyond Service | Part 2
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What happens to a military working dog when the mission ends? In Part 2, Ryan Wilson takes us beyond the battlefield and into the reality of retirement, recovery and life after service.
Ryan shares his firsthand experience of working alongside military dogs, including in Afghanistan. We explore whether dogs can experience trauma after operational service, how frightening experiences can create lasting associations, and the physical injuries they may carry into retirement.
We also uncover a little-known reality: once a military dog retires, responsibility for its ongoing care can...
What's In Your Animal's Bowl - The Truth About nutrition Part 1
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We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” But what about our animals?
In Part 1 of this fascinating conversation, Trisha McCagh is joined by holistic veterinarian, author and animal nutrition specialist Dr Clare Middle to explore one of the most important—and often misunderstood—foundations of animal health: nutrition.
Clare shares the experiences that led her to question conventional approaches to feeding dogs and cats, beginning with her early years as one of the first students at Murdoch University and continuing through decades of ve...
Where Fear Ends And Understanding Begins - Part 2
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In this powerful Part 2 episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, Trisha continues her deep conversation with shark handler and marine conservationist Cristina Zenato, exploring the extraordinary intelligence, emotional awareness, and behavioural complexity of sharks.
From intimate hook removals in wild sharks to moments of unexpected trust, Cristina shares lived experiences that challenge everything we think we know about shark behaviour and risk in the ocean.
This episode invites listeners to rethink fear, perception, and the intelligence of animals across land and sea.
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🐾 They Saved Lives: The Untold Story of Australia's Military Working Dogs | Part 1
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🐾Welcome to the first Animals with Jobs feature on Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh—a new series exploring the remarkable roles animals play alongside humans.
In this powerful episode, Trisha is joined by Ryan Wilson, former SAS soldier, military dog handler and co-founder of Working Paws Australia, a charity dedicated to supporting retired military working dogs throughout their lives.
Ryan shares the unforgettable story of Fax, the courageous Belgian Malinois whose actions saved lives during combat in Afghanistan, and reflects on his own military dog, Keni...
Sharks Are Not the Story We Were Told Part 1
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Trisha is joined by world-renowned shark behaviourist and conservationist Cristina Zenato for a deeply transformative conversation about sharks, fear, intelligence, and coexistence.
Together, they explore the misunderstood nature of sharks and challenge long-held cultural fears shaped by media, myth, and misinformation. Cristina shares her extraordinary lived experience working closely with Caribbean reef sharks and other species in the wild—building relationships rooted in respect, presence, and trust.
From removing hooks from shark mouths to observing their individual personalities, this conversation opens a new lens on ocean intel...
What Your Horse's Body Is really Saying Part 2
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In this powerful continuation of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, Trisha is joined again by veterinarian and equine biomechanics expert Dr Raquel Butler to explore the deep connection between a horse’s body, behaviour, and emotional state.
This episode unpacks how pain, posture, and compensation patterns often sit at the root of behavioural challenges in horses. From “lazy” or “naughty” labels to bucking, rushing, and resistance, Raquel explains how many of these responses are actually the horse’s way of communicating discomfort or imbalance.
Together, Trisha and Raquel explo...
Beyond Human Perception: Animals, Consciousness & the Nexus of Reality - Part 2
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In this powerful Part 2 episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, Trisha continues her deep and expansive conversation with Duncan Roads, editor of Nexus Magazine, moving from the intimate world of animal consciousness into the broader intelligence of nature, information fields, and the urgent ethical questions facing humanity.
From the extraordinary story of “Brown Chook” and a mysterious intuitive vision of a cat that later appeared in Duncan’s life, to profound reflections on grief, connection, and communication beyond language, this episode explores how deeply animals can shape hum...
What Your Animal Isn't Telling You About Pain, Ageing and Healing
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• Understanding adult stem cells and their role in repair and regeneration.
• Why stem cell migration naturally declines with age.
• The science behind algae-derived stem cell support.
• Natural anti-inflammatory compounds and nutritional support.
• Green-lipped mussel extract and joint health benefits.
• Supporting ageing dogs, cats and horses.
• How vitality and quality of life matter deeply to animals.
• Practical tips for introducing supplements to fussy pets.
• Gut health, skin conditions and species-appropriate nutrition.
• Why animals often hide pain.
• Behavioural signs your animal may be suffering.
• The r...
Are We Getting Horses Completely Wrong? Part 1
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In this episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, we’re joined by Dr. Raquel Butler—veterinarian, educator, and advocate for equine wellbeing.
We explore equine biomechanics and how many “behaviour problems” in horses are often linked to physical discomfort. Dr. Raquel shares how working with challenging horses led her to understand the role of posture, movement, and physiology in overall wellbeing.
Horses communicate constantly through their bodies—how they stand, move, graze, and rest. We disc...
The Language of Consciousness: Animals, Reality & Interconnection Part 1
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In this expansive episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, Trisha welcomes Duncan Roads, long-time editor and owner of Nexus Magazine, a globally respected publication exploring consciousness, alternative science, hidden history, health, geopolitics, and unexplained phenomena.
Together they explore consciousness as the foundation of reality and discuss how perception, belief, and awareness may shape our experience of the world. Animal communication is examined not as a mystical ability, but as a natural expression of a shared field of consciousness that connects all living beings.
<...Why Ancient Stories Might Be More Scientific Than Modern Belief - Part 2
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In this powerful Part 2 conversation, Trisha McCagh and guest Deepak Shimkhada explore the deep spiritual symbolism of animals in Hindu philosophy, including divine animal companions, Kundalini energy, Edgar Cayce’s awakening, and the idea that all beings carry divine intelligence.
The episode then shifts into a lively and eye-opening “Animal News” segment where Trisha and Dana Saidi challenge fear-based perceptions of spiders and cockroaches, revealing their extraordinary intelligence, ecological importance, resilience, and surprising beauty in nature’s design.
Togeth...
A Revolution in Kindness: Inside the Animal Justice Movement
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In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Trisha sits down with the Hon. Amanda Dorn from the Animal Justice Party to explore what it truly means to create a compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.
From banning greyhound racing and ending factory farming to protecting Australia’s iconic wildlife and introducing “VetiCare,” Amanda shares how change is happening—step by step—inside Parliament.
This conversation shines a light on the realities of animal welfare legislation...
Hindu Mythology, Animals & the Oneness of Life - Part 1
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In Part 1 of this profound conversation, Trisha McCagh is joined by scholar, storyteller, and thought leader Deepak Shimkhada, whose work bridges Hindu philosophy, mythology, spirituality, and reflections on modern science.
Together they explore the deeply interconnected nature of all life—humans, animals, insects, and all living beings—as expressions of one universal reality.
Deepak shares how Hindu mythology reflects ancient understandings of evolution, consciousness, and the natural world, long before modern science. The discussion moves through...
Quantum Consciousness, Soul Groups & The Living Intelligence of Animals - Part 2
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In Part 2 of this extraordinary conversation, Trisha McCagh continues her deep discussion with Pete Smith from the Institute for Quantum Consciousness, exploring the nature of soul groups, collective consciousness, telepathy, and what happens beyond physical death.
Together, they weave science, spirituality, and lived experience into a powerful exploration of how humans and animals may be far more interconnected than we currently understand. From quantum entanglement of consciousness to the intelligence of animal collectives, this episode invites you to question everything you thought you knew about life, death, and real...
The Elephant Who Refused to Die: Listening Beyond Words - Part 2
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In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Roxy Danckwerts shares the extraordinary story of Moyo the elephant—a story of survival, intuition, and an unbreakable bond between human and animal.
After a devastating injury that nearly claimed her life, Moyo’s journey becomes a profound lesson in listening—not just with our ears, but with our hearts. Through intuition, connection, and trust, Roxy is guided to make a life-saving decision that defies logic and transforms everything.
Trisha McCagh explores the deeper meaning behind these moments—how animals communicate...
“Animals Know More Than We Do… And Science Is Catching Up” - Part 1
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Trisha is joined by Pete Smith from the Institute for Quantum Consciousness to explore one of the most profound topics of our time—consciousness itself.
Together, they bridge science and spirituality, diving into the nature of the quantum field, the continuity of consciousness beyond the physical body, and the deep interconnectedness between humans, animals, and the universe.
This episode challenges conventional thinking and invites you to consider that we are not just physical beings—but multi-dimensional consciousness having a human (a...
I Spoke to Her Lion—What Happened Next Shocked Me - Part 1
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Trisha reconnects with wildlife rescuer and conservationist Roxy Dankwerts—after 20 years.
What begins as a heartfelt reunion unfolds into a powerful conversation about life, purpose, and the profound bond between humans and animals. Roxy shares her extraordinary journey rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned wildlife, including elephants, lions, and cheetahs, and the emotional realities that come with this work.
Trisha and Roxy explore the importance of truly listening to animals, the unseen emotional world of wildlife, and the responsibility humans carry when interacting with both wild and captive animals.
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The Truth About Euthanasia from the Animal’s Perspective - Part 2
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This deeply moving continuation of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh invites you into one of the most profound and misunderstood moments in the human–animal bond—the final goodbye.
In Part 2, Trisha is again joined by Dr Ann Haccara Holdsworth from Pets at Peace Home Vet Australia, as they go beyond the “how” of euthanasia and into the heart, soul, and experience of the animal themselves.
Together, they explore what animals truly feel at the end of life—revealing that fear is rarely theirs… but often ours.
Edgar Cayce And Animals In The Afterlife - Part 2
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🐾 Episode Summary In Part 2 of this deeply heartfelt conversation, Trisha McCagh continues her exploration with Jenny E. Taylor into the spiritual lives of animals, reincarnation, and the enduring connection between humans and their animal companions.
Building on the insights shared in Part 1 about the teachings of Edgar Cayce, this episode dives deeper into questions many animal lovers carry in their hearts: Do our animals return to us? Are they still with us after they pass? And how do soul connections with animals continue across lifetimes?
Trisha and Jenny share power...
The Sacred Goodbye: Compassion, Choice & the End-of-Life Journey of Animals - Part 1
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This deeply heartfelt episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh opens an important and often avoided conversation—end-of-life care for our beloved animals.
Joined by veterinarian Dr. Anne Haccara-Holdsworth, Trisha explores what it truly means to support an animal through their final transition with love, dignity, and compassion.
Together, they gently unpack the meaning of euthanasia—literally “a good death”—and reframe it as an act of profound care rather than loss. Through personal stories, professional insight, and emotional honesty, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and a new perspe...
Animals, Nature & the Collective Soul - Part 1
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Do animals have souls?
Do animals reincarnate?
And what role do they play in humanity’s spiritual evolution?
In this deeply insightful episode Trisha McCagh speaks with researcher Jennie Taylor, who has spent years studying the teachings of legendary clairvoyant Edgar Cayce.
Drawing from Cayce’s thousands of spiritual readings, Jennie shares remarkable insights into the spiritual lives of animals — including ideas about animal souls, reincarnation, collective consciousness, and humanity’s relationship with nature.
Together...
From Magpie Paralysis Mystery to Mobilisation — What Must Change Now - Part 2
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In Part 2 of this urgent and uncompromising conversation, Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh moves from investigation to action.
Joined once again by Dean Huxley, CEO of WA Wildlife Hospital, and Dr. Meg Rogers, wildlife veterinarian, Trisha dives deeper into the magpie paralysis syndrome — exploring what extensive testing has (and hasn’t) revealed, why identifying causes in wildlife disease is so complex, and what the long-term implications could be if meaningful intervention doesn’t occur.
This episode exposes the uncomfortable realities behind wildlife rescue in Australia:
• the tr...
Understanding Animal Medicine in Modern Life - Part 2
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In Part 2 of our powerful conversation, Trisha and Oscar dive deeper into shamanic wisdom — exploring imagination as sacred magic, plant allies as teachers, and animals as mirrors of human consciousness.
From visionary plant work in Peru to communicating with “weeds” and even flies, this episode reveals how every being — wild or domestic — carries medicine. Together, we unpack how animals reflect emotional and family dynamics, why service to nature is fundamental, and how true healing often begins by asking: What can I give?
We also explore educating the next gene...
Australian Magpies in Crisis: The Paralysis Mystery - Part 1
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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Animal Talk, host Trisha McCagh is joined by Dean Huxley, CEO of WA Wildlife Hospital, and Dr. Meg Rogers, wildlife veterinarian, to explore a growing and deeply concerning crisis affecting one of Australia’s most iconic native birds — the Australian magpie.
Across Western Australia, hundreds of magpies are presenting with a mysterious paralysis-like neurological condition, leaving them grounded, unable to stand or fly, and in urgent need of care.
Taking listeners behind the scenes of frontline wildlife care — discussing what the s...
The Shamanic Path of Soul, Nature & Animal Allies - Part 1
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What if shamanism isn’t something you become — but something you remember?
In this deeply moving Part 1 conversation of Animal Talk, Trisha McCagh is joined by Oscar Miro Quesada, renowned ceremonialist, teacher, and founder of the Pachacuti Mesa Tradition, to explore the true heart of shamanic practice beyond modern spiritual labels.
Together, Trisha and Oscar explore shamanism as a relational way of living — one that recognises animals, plants, mountains, rivers, and stars as conscious relations, not resources.
This episode is a powerful opening to a two-p...
Holistic Pet Care: Looking Beyond Symptoms - Part 2
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In Part 2 of this profound conversation, Trisha McCagh is joined once again by renowned holistic veterinarian Dr. Jeff Grognet to explore a moment that forever changed his understanding of animal care.
Dr. Jeff shares a deeply moving experience with a dog whose message came through with unmistakable clarity — an encounter rooted in animal communication that challenged his clinical logic and reshaped how he viewed the treatment.
Together, Trisha and Dr. Jeff discuss the role of intuition, emotional awareness, and communication in veterinary medic...
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Awakening To The Wisdom Of The Plant Kingdom - Part 2
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Welcome to Part Two of this inspiring conversation on Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, where animal communicator Trisha McCagh continues her journey with Alison Jarred into the living intelligence of plants, trees, and the natural world.
In this episode, we explore the remarkable world of plant music, tree consciousness, and plant communication, discovering how plants express emotion, awareness, and sentience through sound. Trisha shares her own experiences creating music with her peace lily Arielle and her orchids, while Alison e...
Rethinking Pet Health - Part 1
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Hear what animals truly think and feel, and learn how to care for them with empathy, respect, and compassion.
Pet Health: Prevention, Nutrition & the Holistic Vet Approach with Dr. Jeff Grognet (Part 1)
Understanding the Differences: Holistic vs. Conventional Vets
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preventative pet care, holistic vet, conventional vs holistic vets, pet nutrition, gut health for pets, chronic pet illness, inflammatory bowel disease in pets, vaccine protocols,
🐾 Episode Summary What if everything you thought you knew about your pet’s health needed a rethink? In this eye...
The Magic of Plant Consciousness - Part 1
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An immersive journey into plant intelligence, sacred communities, and the music of the living Earth.
In this episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, animal communicator Trisha McCagh is joined by Alison Jarred for a deeply immersive conversation exploring plant consciousness, plant intelligence, and communication with the living Earth.
Alison is a guide and ambassador for the spiritual community of Damanhur, a remarkable living temple of consciousness nestled in the Italian Alps.
Together, Trisha and Alison explore ancient wisdom, sacred geometry, energy lines, conscious community, and the p...
Whispers Of Nature: A Teaser for Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh
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Explore the unseen intelligence of animals, plants, and the natural world before our full episodes launch.
What if animals, plants, and nature have been speaking to us all along… and we’re only just learning how to listen?
Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh is a new podcast exploring the unseen intelligence of the natural world and our deep, often forgotten relationship with it.
Join Trisha as she brings together holistic veterinarians, spiritual teachers, plant consciousness guides, and animal communicators to uncover what truly supp...
