If we have a pet, we want to give them our best – one way to do this is to gift them the gift of energy. We can use energy to connect with our dog, cat or other beloved pet, because it’s the way they communicate with us. Try some of the ideas in this post – I guarantee that you and your pet will enjoy them.

How to Communicate Non-Verbally With Your Dog

What is the Gift of Energy for a dog?

Anyone who knows me knows that I am a big Cesar Millan fan. I followed his teachings when we brought our dog, Pickle, home from the Kansas Humane Society.

Thanks to that approach, we had a very smooth transition—only one little accident (a simple misunderstanding!).

How did we manage that? By communicating with energy and action, not just words. I showed Pickle what I wanted her to do through behavior and demonstration—because that’s how dogs learn.

Dogs don’t learn words first. They learn by observing our energy, our actions, and our intent. Words come later as a label for what they already understand.

What Does It Mean to Give Your Dog the Gift of Energy?

Dogs, like humans, are energetic beings. They have an electromagnetic field—or lattice—around them too.

If that sounds a bit “woo,” try this simple experiment and see for yourself.

Energy Experiment: Pointing and the Line of Energy

Imagine for a moment that you and your dog are connected by an invisible thread—whether you’re in the house, in the yard, or out for a walk.

When your dog is calm and focused on you, point your finger in the direction you’d like them to go.

Now imagine a golden thread of energy extending from your fingertip, guiding your dog’s attention that way.

Important: No words.

Words are for humans. Dogs communicate through body language, energy, and intention—it’s how they “speak.”

Over time, they’ll start associating your words with the energy and body language you project, allowing them to respond to spoken cues.

Stick with it. Soon, your dog will begin responding almost as if they can read your mind (which, in a way, they can—because thoughts have energy too!).

The Gift of Energy in Commands

Cesar Millan once suggested an exercise like this—and it truly works.

If you want your dog to sit, try it without saying a word.

Send the energy however feels natural to you:

• Picture your dog sitting.
• Feel the sense of “lowering” in your own body.
• Imagine gentle pressure on their hindquarters from a distance.

Keep practicing. Eventually, your dog will feel what you’re asking and respond.

That’s the moment you’ve given your dog the Gift of Energy.

Corrections: Behavior, Not Words

If you’ve ever watched dogs interact, you know they correct each other through behavior, not lectures.

A nudge, a growl, a look, or sometimes just an energetic vibration—dogs understand it immediately.

They don’t resent these corrections because they live in the present moment, nor do they see them as harmful; that’s a human construct.

When you embody calm, assertive, “Alpha” energy, your dog accepts your leadership and guidance naturally.

The Gift of Corrective Energy

Dogs need correction, just like children do.

I once had neighbors who never corrected their dogs. They’d bark and growl through the fence at anyone who passed by—including us and our dog.

The owner meant well—he thought bringing them inside was helping—but removing them from the situation wasn’t a correction. It was an escape.

The result? His dogs never learned how to relax or feel safe around others.

Dogs don’t understand time-outs or human concepts of “punishment.” They live in the now. The only thing that works is clear, calm, consistent energy.

Using Energy to Stop Your Dog Barking

You can use energy to calm your dog and deepen your bond.

If your dog is barking outside, go out calmly.

Make the classic “SSSHHHT” sound (thank you, Cesar). If needed, lightly nudge or leash them to get their attention.

Once you have their focus, guide them into a calm state—sit or lie down—while the trigger is still present.

Repeat this calmly and consistently. Over time, the barking will lessen, and your dog will learn faster than you expect.

Bonus: your neighbors will love you for it.

But Won’t I Hurt Their Feelings?”

No, you won’t.

That’s human thinking, not dog thinking.

Dogs don’t hold grudges or feel emotionally “wounded” by correction. They see it as clear communication from their leader—you.

When you correct with balanced energy, they feel safe, guided, and part of the pack.

That’s what every dog wants.

The “Ask”: When Your Dog Sends You Energy

Giving your dog the gift of energy goes both ways—it’s how you build a deep, intuitive bond.

Think about the last time your dog wanted something. Did they speak? No. They transmitted.

Maybe they stared at you, tilted their head, or gave that unmistakable look:

“Hey, human, it’s dinner time.”

That’s energy communication.

My dog Pickle does this all the time—right now, actually, as I’m writing this.

She’s staring at me with that “I need a walk, please” look. And I know exactly what she means because I’ve learned to tune into her energy.

Creating a Beautiful Relationship with Your Dog

The picture below is of Pickle after I read her Akashic Records, and she said she wanted “more toys”.

I bought her a bunch more. She was so excited when I brought them home, she wanted to carry a toy on her walk!

Let’s just see the world from Pickle’s point of view for a moment – on the day I brought her home from the Kansas Humane Society.

Imagine entering a new home where no one speaks your language. You can only use body language, movement, and energy to express yourself.

Wouldn’t it feel amazing if someone finally understood you?

That’s exactly how it feels for your dog when you learn to communicate energetically.

They finally feel seen, understood, and safe in their pack. They know where they belong.

You become their trusted leader—and that bond is pure love.

So, give your dog the Gift of Energy.

They’ll adore you for it. And you’ll discover a whole new way of connecting—with them, and with yourself.

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