Will Our Pets and Other Animals Be in Heaven? - Ask a Marian

Do all dogs go to heaven? Will Our Pets and Other Animals Be in Heaven?
Fr. Chris Alar explains what happens to plants and animals after they die and if they will be with us in Heaven in this episode of Ask a Marian.
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[@robynmarler1951]

It's not that I couldn't be happy without my pets in heaven, it's that they deserve to be with Jesus far more than I do!

[@DaGolfViking]

Amen!! Such pure souls

[@juanitaj5248]

you are precious & it shows by your statement alone. xo

[@relentlessrhythm2774]

Amen!

[@user-yf1mv5ji3e]

I feel this. My dog was a better person than me.

[@stephm4349]

Wow - I love this comment!!!!❤

[@landm42006]

My two cents... animals are innocent, just like children. I’m a cradle Catholic, had fallen away when my daughter passed away and went through a saga of back surgeries. I tell you this because, besides my husband being by my side, my dog and my cat were my fur angels on earth. They got me through the two worst tragedies in my life and my dog kept me from ending my life. I could go on and on about how my animals are important to me, but I know in my heart of hearts that Our Good Lord in Heaven wouldn’t let such beautiful souls that have fur, touch a humans soul and not let them enter Heaven themselves. And yes, I came back home to church. ❤️

[@russellgay5337]

Animals have no guile.

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

Suicide is forbidden to Christians.

[@autumnangel8004]

Beautiful, couldn’t agree more. X

[@johanneabelsen1644]

I always think, that God gave pets fur and feathers, so that nobody could see, that they are Angels. Hugs from Copenhagen, Denmark. ❤️✝️ 🇩🇰❤️🇺🇸

[@AJ_Jingco]

​@@wolfthequarrelsome504But NOT all who commit Suicide go to Hell.

[@jpgrygus]

my dog created heaven for me on Earth. i miss him so much....the pain continues for me.

[@VeronicasVeil333]

We buried our precious Casper in our backyard wrapped in a bright blue cloth. As we put the last shovelful of dirt on his grave the bells of the local church pealed out the Ave Maria.💕💙🙏🏻

[@LindaLinda-lk2cj]

That’s so beautiful 🙏🙏🙏

[@karenzalenski8589]

Patricia...That is truly a sign from Heaven...You will see your beloved Casper again! God Bless You!

[@VeronicasVeil333]

Thank you Linda Linda, it was so special.

[@AJ_Jingco]

​@@VeronicasVeil333 When we die and go to Heaven. We will be WELCOMED with the Lord Jesus Christ ✝️, Mama Mary. And ALL our beloved pets will welcome us.

[@pennymartina]

I firmly believe that you will see Casper in Heaven

[@AlmaPryor-cd6tv]

My little Maltese, Madison died and one evening I was praying while sitting on the side of my bed. All of a sudden I saw Madison standing up on the bed just like she used to do so that I would place her on my bed. She had long hair typical of Maltese but I used to keep her hair short. Her coat was also spotless. She kept looking at me as she stood there. I was absolutely shocked to see her and grateful feeling she had come back to let me know she was doing very well and was being taken care of.

[@diannefitzmaurice9813]

I had a similar experience with my beloved first maltese .

[@maryanne8395]

I have blessed all my cats (3 of them) with Holy water to keep them safe outside ( which they only started doing during the lockdown) But their outside ventures ended two days ago when one brought home a resident chipmunk. I was devastated. I was so upset when I saw her lifeless on the patio with one of my cats looming over her. I thought she was dead but when I picked her up her little heart was beating so fast. She took some really big breaths and each time I thought it was her last. I cried my eyes out, because it was obvious she was a nursing mama. I prayed for a miracle, I even sprinkled her too with Holy Water, ( I know I'm weird), but I just couldn't give up on her. Miraculously, after 30 minutes of being wrapped in a warm blankie and hand-held she perked right up. I took her to a nearby wildlife rehabilitator, and she gave her some antibiotics on a walnut. By then this little mama was perky and fighting to get out. I released her and she went straight to her nest, I know she had hungry babies waiting for her. As much as I love cats, they really take a toll on wildlife, so my furbabies are back to indoor life. For their safety and the little creatures in my backyard. No creature is unworthy of God's miraculous healing!

[@mysisterpatty.8495]

What a beautiful story. GOD bless you Mary Anne.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Thank you for sharing Mary Anne.... no, not weird at all! :)

[@ziostregoneria6178]

😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

[@alexdingle7877]

Let's face it, we all want pets to be in heaven. And I think God is awesome enough to deliver.

[@Rzo139]

As someone once said, "I'm sorry, but Heaven isn't Heaven if my best friend isn't there."

[@MsLiesk]

Amen 🙏☦️🕊

[@szudy76]

Pets are pure love, how could they not be in Heaven??

[@darryldavanon8859]

They will be. God’s infinite Love can do no less

[@elitetrainingsbyangier.boe1853]

I think dogs are a physical representation of the unconditional love God has for us and I don't think He would not allow them in heaven

[@jakegabriel4575]

I feel like there will be animals in heaven because I have had dreams of my two dogs Copper and Max after falling asleep the night of their passing, they were all happy wagging their tails, they were no longer in pain, and were being silly like they had always been I would always take those dreams as a sign and a gift from our Lord letting me know that they’re doing more than ok🙏🏻☦️✝️

[@sambautista5253]

I hope animals are in heaven, not only because i want to be there with them. But primarily because i just think God loves His creatures so much enough for them to be there too! Any pet owner catches a glimpse of the Father's love for all of His creatures ❤️ Great video, father!

[@56247]

I KNOW my dog is in heaven! How? Well, he was my best friend and companion for 13 years and really all I had as my children had graduated and moved to other cities for employment. It was over a year and day did not pass that I cried nor did I want to go home after work as he was not there. I prayed for the sorrow and depression to lift but to no avail. I resigned myself to spend the remainder of days in sorrow but told Our Lord that the joy of knowing and loving him was worth it! Then one day as I went to my usual daily Mass, I received Communion and between the moment I received and before i got back to my pew, I found myself in a field and Humphrey (my dog) and Our Lord were coming towards me. Humphrey was so young, so beautiful and so full of vitality, jumping up to Our Lord and running around. No words were spoken, but I heard with heart Our Lord offer to give him back to me if I wanted, "Oh no!" I said, he was so filled with love and joy I owuld never make him come back to earth for me! Our Lord them let me know he would be waiting for me. But I asked Our Lord if he would still remember me if I were to live a lot longer to which Our Lord replied, "Remember when you used to go to the grocery store and tell him you would be right back? That is what it is like. You will be gone but a moment to him." I had been sitting in the fourth pew from the front and yet all this took place in the seconds it took me to get back to my pew! I cried with joy and have never had a sorrowful day without him since! I also have ne fear of death and look forward to my final journey!

[@maryanne8395]

Such a beautiful story, I teared up thinking about my own beloved pet waiting for me. God bless you.

[@56247]

@@maryanne8395 Tank you, May Anne! Yes, he or she is there and it won't be but a moment until you return to them again!

[@maryreinhardt8661]

Thank you, Roxanne!! This helps alot!

[@MsLiesk]

I cry with joy for you! 🙏🕊☦️ And I believe that my many pets who’ve gone back to God are waiting for me also! I have to pray & be more if who He wants me to be to not disappoint my beloved pets who wait for me! Of course most important is to not disappoint my Lord & Christ & The Holy Spirit who wait for me More!

[@marilynpagliuca1478]

I know I have no choice but this is another beautiful story that makes me so excited to know what is going on on the other side. I can hardly wait. Gods blessings to all of you!

[@14gemgirl]

It definitely won't be heaven for me without my pets!! God the Father loves us and knows our needs. Why wouldn't all of God's beautiful creatures be there? I believe that they will.

[@jivenji17]

Yes, one of the rewards of God is to make us happy in heaven, and God knows what is in our hearts

[@Emily_Paris]

I visualize my beautiful dog waiting for me at heaven’s gate. I was told pets are gifts from heaven. I truly believe that. I will see all my beloved pets and love on all the other animals of God’s creation. Thank you Heavenly Father God Almighty for giving us such beautiful pets to love and be loved.

[@titamaegli3938]

I “know” my dogs are “angels” with paws and a very special blessing for me!!!!!

[@springfarms3679]

I know many children who have seen their pets in Heaven and many other animals. A 3 year old doesn't lie over such a thing... and I know they were having Godly experiences...

[@IhaveIceOnMyWrists]

God has plans for animals, I believe his plan was to take all animals to heaven, animals are second most important and they are as close to god as a Christian is.

[@mysisterpatty.8495]

There were even animals around the nativity. I hope my cat Angel is in Heaven.

[@karenzalenski8589]

I believe your cat Angel is in Heaven along with all my beloved pets. Your Angel is waiting for you at Rainbow Bridge. Have a Blessed Day!

[@mysisterpatty.8495]

@@karenzalenski8589 Thank you.

[@janetabraham9162]

She is.

[@karenzalenski8589]

@@mysisterpatty.8495 Okay Starbuck...God Bless

[@karenzalenski8589]

@@janetabraham9162 Yes! Janet. You're right!. The Lord wouldn't give us these beautiful souls to Love us and Protect us...only to separate us at death. Jesus said there will a place especially made for us in Heaven. My place will include the beautiful creatures that He created for us! Have a Blessed Janet!

[@ann-mariechristopher361]

A little boy that had a life and death experience and went to heaven, saw Jesus and came back, said there are lots of animals in heaven. The name of the movie is called, "Heaven is For Real."

[@lorettayoung3930]

Thank you...I will check this out.

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

But it's a fantasy. The is no pleasure that can equal being in the presence of God.

[@romanykimchartier3094]

I TOTALLY AGREE my dog Oso was a gift from GOD, he changed my life and strengthened my spirituality..I often looked at him as a guardian angel and we often prayed together which he seemed to like and look forward to

[@teresawalker4452]

If it is truly Heaven our beloved fur babies will be waiting to be with us!

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

Nothing can obscure the magnificence of Jesus in heaven.

[@sondrabradley8040]

I saw an interview with the man who wrote 60 mins in Heaven ( can't remember exactly name). He died and went to Heaven and came back. The interviewer ask him what suprised you the most? His reply " When they opened the Pearly Gates, every animal I ever owned was waiting for me"! Don't let anyone tell you differently. Animals have souls, but no original sin, they will be in heaven!

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Thank you but Catholic Church teaching has always been only humans have rational Immortal souls. God bless

[@DivineMercy_Official]

@Cathylovesthes thank you but it isn't me you're disagreeing with. The church teaches what we stated here. Houses are blessed, do they have souls? God bless

[@endless_summer_rose]

@@DivineMercy_Official you are like a broken record. Disservice to the people

[@endless_summer_rose]

@@DivineMercy_Official OH for goodness sake is that your argument? The houses? You are comparing apples and oranges

[@rosemariekury9186]

Our dog acts like my husbands guardian angel. He alerts me when he’s ill or fallen down. We are both seniors and have had many dogs we’ve loved, but Charlie is the only one who’s acted like this! Can’t help thinking that this rescue dog was in Gods plan.

[@autumnangel8004]

Charlie sounds beautiful....amazing creatures. My cats follow me everywhere and sit by my side the whole time when I’m unwell. X

[@mariobrnabic4252]

Father, thank you for explaining this. I think that through God, anything is possible.

[@tomme9770]

It was once told to me that God gave us pets to bring happiness and joy on earth. Why then would He not allow them to bring us happiness and joy in Heaven? I might add, being a dog person; They do not care if you're rich or poor, young or old and always stand by your side . They always know when you had a bad day or when you are sick and always forgive us when we get angry at them. Notice too how dogs assist us here on earth. They help the blind see and the deaf hear. Even now they can sniff out cancer and other ailments. All they want is our unconditional love. Spell dog backwards!

[@nikkix2896]

Amen. When I look at a dog I see nothing but a complete pure soul. Unlike some human beings

[@denakelley4363]

I like the theory that if we need an animals in Heaven to be happy, God will grant them to us. We may not need them to be happy, but I think my happiness would be more complete if the pets I loved here on Earth were there in Heaven to be part of my Heavenly family.

[@yooperlooper]

I just pray that God will let me see my kitties happy and playing joyfully in their afterlife - not that they have to be with me all the time, I'll be busy praising God. Just let me see their joy and maybe they'll give me a smile or and ankle rub once in a while between playing in the flower fields with their buddies.

[@keithunderwood8244]

Animals were the first on Noah's Ark. So yes! God made and loves our PETS!

[@IsaacNussbaum]

Animals were the first to drown in the Great Deluge, Keith. They drowned by the billions. What is the takeaway lesson from that fact, in your view? ✴ _21 And all flesh died that moved upon the earth, both of fowl, and of cattle, and of beast, and of every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth, and every man: 22 All in whose nostrils was the breath of life, of all that was in the dry land, died. 23 And every living substance was destroyed which was upon the face of the ground, both man, and cattle, and the creeping things, and the fowl of the heaven; and they were destroyed from the earth: and Noah only remained alive, and they that were with him in the ark._ (Genesis 7: 21-23; KJV)

[@IsaacNussbaum]

Come on, Keith. Don't be bashful. Share your wisdom with us. Yes, God saved some animals on the ark but he drowned all the rest. What can we learn from that as it relates to pets?

[@keithunderwood8244]

@@IsaacNussbaum What we can learn? Is that we all die. I don't kill anything. I rescue. I won't even kill a spider.

[@IsaacNussbaum]

@@keithunderwood8244 *"...we all die."* Indeed we do, Keith. Indeed we do. ✴ _…a living dog is better than a dead lion. For the living know that they will die; But the dead know nothing,_ (Ecclesiastes 9: 4-5; NKJV)

[@keithunderwood8244]

@@IsaacNussbaum That we all do have a SOUL & SPIRIT. God blessed us to accept him along with his GRACE & HOLY SPIRIT. Which means we will never die knowing him. We will be transfered to a new GLORIFIED body and all that have gone before us including our pets! We will see them ALL once again. I am pleased to tell you that many of my family members were saved and accepted Jesus Christ in their hearts. My grandparents spend most of their time on hands and knees, praying for me. My earthly father had a painting of his four children holding hands in PRAYER, Beside us. It was a LION laying next to the LAMB. Dad is in heaven now. He too, adored ANIMALS.

[@AdryWoods]

God bless you For Chris, I’m OFS 🤎since I was a little child loved all animals in the Manger and hope to meet all my pets in heaven they love me more than my own family So !!! I cry every time I have to buried someone and I’m happy helping all of them as much as help me more than I think 🙏🏻 Pax et bonum 🕊 Amén

[@DivineMercy_Official]

God bless you too!

[@Darth_Vader258]

I want to go where my beloved pets are.

[@IsaacNussbaum]

*"I want to go where my beloved pets are."* You will, Darth. You will. Men and animals go to the same place. They decay away into a foul pile of rotting flesh, hair and bones and cease to exist until men (but not animals) will be raised to face judgment and to answer for the deeds done in the flesh. ✴ _For the fate of the sons of men and the fate of beasts is the same. As one dies so dies the other; indeed, they all have the same breath and there is no advantage for man over beast, for all is_ *vanity.* _All go to the same place. All came from the dust and all return to the dust._ (Ecclesiastes 3: 19-20, NASB 1995)

[@nancyheath4377]

They have to be there, they are God's creature's! If something is living and breathing I believe God will take them back. I have so many waiting for me. I still love and think of each one.

[@peterbirchwoodart]

Many life after death episodes, especially among children, state that they see their pets. I have even read one case where a nun saw her pet cat and the first thing she thought was, "The church told me I wouldn't see my pet, yet here he is". If there are trees and flowers in heaven, which are living, surely there are animals... "As on earth as it is in Heaven". Ecclesiastes 3: 14-15- “I have learned that all the works which God hath made, continue forever: we cannot add anything, nor take away from those things which God hath made that he may be feared. That which hath been made, the same continueth: the things that shall be, have already been: and God restoreth that which is past.”

[@Bluestar333777]

You will see your animal in Heaven.God Bless You!!

[@lilahlyons]

I'm glad I finally found someone who is trying to be kind about this issue. So many people are flat out cruel when it comes to this. However, I do think there is a misunderstand when people say "I want my pet in Heaven." I know that I will be happy in Heaven with or without my pet (though with would be lovely). I don't want my pet to be in Heaven because I think that I need them, but because I have empathy for animals. It's similar to why I want my grandmother to be in Heaven. Not to make myself happy, but because I love her and want her to be be happy. God is love and desires to redeem all of creation. He loves my pets more than I ever could, and I just don't see Him letting them cease to exist after death. I have hope that the animals who have been abused and neglected in this life will find healing and restoration with Jesus. Also, about the Aquinas stuff, he believed a lot of strange things. Not his fault, just the culture he was born into. He seems to take a utilitarian approach to many things, animals and women included. He did really love Christ though and I usually agree with the points he makes. Still, he is a man and can make mistakes. To anyone doubting God's goodness or His love for your pets, please read this verse “And I will make for them a covenant on that day with the beasts of the field, the birds of the heavens, and the creeping things of the ground. And I will abolish the bow, the sword, and war from the land, and I will make you lie down in safety.” Hosea 2:8 Praying for any of you who have lost a pet. May God restore all creation.

[@kristiedeanda5787]

Oh father Chris I'm hurting so bad over the loss of my beautiful cat of 17 years. We adored hee so much as she brought us comfort after we found out we couldn't get pregnant. Please pray for me Father, she died in my arms...

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Yes, I know it is not easy. Pets are special and I'm sorry for your loss 🙏

[@kristiedeanda5787]

@@DivineMercy_Official thank you!

[@Bubbalovecats]

Animals have a one way ticket to heaven - God Programs them. They will not be judged for how they behaved. Humans will be judged as they have the faculties to hurt others. Pets take on a piece of the spirit of the human they serve .. they become part of our family. The longer they live with us the more like us in spirit they become . It’s common sense . When my cat passed away I saw a dream where she was floating in air over the lap of a huge monk who was wearing a brown rope -- couldn’t see the monk’s face.. but my cat was being licked clean by other “heavenly cats as she floated in the air. This was God’s way of telling me my beloved Daisy is with him. Amen

[@leezamariejpw8858]

I'm so sorry. My dog just died maybe a couple of hours ago. I'm broken hearted. I'm here trying to find comfort. I will remember you and please pray for me.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

@@leezamariejpw8858 sorry to hear that, God bless you

[@recman5042]

I do not worry about such things....Let God be God....if they are there great. If not, will it matter to us who long to be with Christ.

[@gimpyjwilliams]

They will be in heaven at peace. God loves all of his creatures and they will all share in the glory of eternity with him.

[@LarryFleetwood8675]

It'd be a pretty dull and sad place if they're not there, I'd not want to be there then. A Heaven without animals, what kind of dull superstitious place that'd be it'd be like Hell to me. Since the is no death it's just a word after all, I see no reason why animals wouldn't be in the afterlife.

[@jasminfumarate5620]

Thank you, Father! I see it as a (soothing) complete answer and I appreciate that you have given focus to the Catechism and the Law of the Church!

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Ty

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

The happiness we experience with pets and animals will be replicated by many multiples in heaven.

[@adiboena123]

Good Lord has given us animals as gifts. They are for our joy and we shouldn't hurt them. They need our love as well . Praised be Jesus and Mary.

[@t-settings6654]

I believe Lola will be in heaven and she will happy there. She's been here for 23 years as a cat. I will miss the day after Wednesday when she passes away

[@juliadiaz1431]

Animals are family. I hope every single animal I raised I’ll get to see them again🐶🐰🐢🐤🐱

[@IsaacNussbaum]

✴ _For the fate of the sons of men and the fate of beasts is the same. As one dies so dies the other; indeed, they all have the same breath and there is no advantage for man over beast, for all is_ *vanity.* (meaningless, futile, pointless) _All go to the same place. All came from the dust and all return to the dust._ (Ecclesiastes 3: 19-20, NASB)

[@jh0347]

@@IsaacNussbaumIt says the beasts will go under

[@IsaacNussbaum]

@@jh0347 Sorry, I don't understand what you are trying to communicate.

[@jh0347]

@@IsaacNussbaum a verse after that talked about our spirit will rise while the beasts spirit will fall

[@IsaacNussbaum]

@@jh0347 Thank you for the clarification, J. H. That is what many preachers tell us, yes, but it is not true for two reasons. First, the word ("ruach") which is translated "spirit" in verse 21 is translated "breath" in verse 19. It is the same word. Second, verse 21 says that no one knows if the breath of animals goes one way and the breath of humans goes the other way. That is very true, isn't it? No one has ever seen which way the breath of life went when a man or a beast died. And so, the fate of man and beast is the same. Both die. Both decay. Both are dead. All the way dead. ✴ _18 I said to myself concerning the sons of men, “God has surely tested them in order for them to see that they are but beasts.” 19 For the fate of the sons of men and the fate of beasts is the same. As one dies so dies the other; indeed, they all have the same_ *BREATH* ( "ruach" ) _and there is no advantage for man over beast, for all is vanity. 20 All go to the same place. All came from the dust and all return to the dust. 21 Who knows that the_ *BREATH* ( "ruach" ) _of man ascends upward and the_ *BREATH* ( "ruach" ) _of the beast descends downward to the earth?_ (Ecclesiastes 3: 18-21; NASB)

[@PhilipAdams4000]

My first pet and beloved cat passed the day that you posted this video Father Chris, more than a year ago. I came across the video on my recommended feed while she was on my lap the last hours of her life.. It was a sure signal grace I'll never forget. Our Lord loves all his creatures :)

[@DivineMercy_Official]

God bless you and thank you for sharing that Philip.

[@sissi8610]

God bless you, my dog passed away midnight last night, and I was with him, he was on my lap 5 hours before, for a while, then he went to bed, then got up, within minutes he was dead, and I sat with him from midnight to 7 am, with a candle. The nurse said he looked so peaceful. Your cat was so lucky to have you, she didn't die alone or unwanted. I want my pets to wait at the gates of heaven for me, otherwise I wouldn't want to go in.

[@johanneabelsen1644]

Let's never forget, that Saint Francis himself was able to talk to the animals!😊 Animals DO have a place in Heaven!

[@billbogamer4389]

It's not a questio of "needing". It's a question of a Loving Father seeing his children enjoy His loving gifts.

[@shirleytrezise3907]

So nice to hear this. Christians should treat animals with compassion mercy, Christians should stand against animal cruelty

[@blackflag6340]

I have and have had some beautiful pets in my life at times I wonder if I'll ever see them in heaven I hope I do I really pray do they're my family i love them

[@emeselatkoczy9011]

The fact that the Holy Spirit appeared as a dove should tell us everything we need to know.

[@bombaway2029]

The Holy Spirit is not pet. And no, It did not tell us everything we need to know. You assumed too much.

[@emeselatkoczy9011]

@@bombaway2029 Everything we need to know about the divine's relationship to animals, not in general...

[@joandawson5320]

My Rosie is waiting for me in Heaven's Garden with St. Francis of Assisi.

[@paulamervini7988]

“And He said to them ‘Go into the world and preach the gospel to EVERY creature’ “ Mark 16:15

[@VeronicasVeil333]

St. Francis preached to the birds.

[@scarlet020100]

And St Anthony preached to fish!

[@janetabraham9162]

God revealed to me after much deep prayer that as the animals were adoring Baby Jesus in the manger, so likewise my English Setter Belle is adoring Jesus now.

[@karenskowronski4506]

Yes pets are gifts. And angels.

[@dianaa5872]

Jesus is coming back on a white horse. And I do believe that my animals that I have loved here on earth. Is there waiting to greet me.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Yes thank you but according to St. Thomas Aquinas that horse that Christ is riding would not have ever been a horse here on earth. God bless

[@Darth_Vader258]

​@@DivineMercy_Official While Saint Thomas Aquinas is an Angelic Doctor of the Church. NOT everything he wrote is Infallible, I am 💯% sure that Animals are in Heaven because they have NO Sin Nature. And the Catholic Church has a Patron Saint of Animals Saint Francis of Assisi.

[@mias392]

@@Darth_Vader258 :) not to mention good Saint Roch good Saint Martin de Porres good Saint Blaise and for good measure I'll even mention good Saint Gertrude of Nivelles and good Saint Kevin of Glendalough they all had an affinity with GODS creatures .. anything is possible with ĢOD 🙏

[@blujeans9462]

Hmmm...if pets go to heaven, I think a couple of mine are going to have to spend some time in purgatory. ;-)

[@standback5806]

Haha! Thanks for giving me a great fun laugh, sister!

[@CharlottePrattWilson]

God made animals and they are good. He won’t cast them aside in heaven.

[@betteshellhorn1550]

My family has had several wonderful pets and I hope they will be with us in heaven. ❤️🐶❤️

[@sallykoester7945]

Thanks so much Fr. Chris!!! We truly won't know until we die & get to the Heavenly Kindgdom. Even 'smart' theologians don't know. I do hope that there will be animals in Heaven. I'm an animal lover to the max. You did such a nice job with your presentation!! Lovin your dear Rocky as well !

[@andrewsheehan2483]

My daughter got a pug and she makes our whole family laugh and so comforting for the last month that thought has entered into my head I think God gave us a great gift.

[@hersheyzey8733]

Pug is one of a Precious Dog . God creates Dog

[@ibranger6439]

“If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.” - Samuel Clemens

[@judes714]

Fr. Michel Rodrigue has revealed that he was taken to Heaven by St. Padre Pio. And he mentions seeing a dog in Heaven.

[@created2bless322]

This was informative and having my share of fur babies I appreciate this. Thank you.

[@nhra7110]

Great video, Father! Thank you

[@Cherry-lm9rz]

I’m sure being in the presence of the Lord , we would have EVERYTHING we needed, BUT I can’t imagine not seeing or being with these beautiful creatures that love us unconditionally ❤️ and I would NOT be surprised if God has at least a few hundred running around the kingdom of heaven, as they are so loving 🥰 ❤️

[@Emily_Paris]

I was told pets are gifts from heaven. I strongly believe that because my pets loved me unconditionally and were always by my side when I was having a rough day. They would bring joy in my life. I miss them soooo much. Soon, I will see them again. The Bible does mention animals in heaven. What beauty heaven holds…. I can’t even imagine.

[@14gemgirl]

One of my favorite songs....."I Can Only Imagine". ❤

[@relentlessrhythm2774]

My cat loves it when I pray the rosary. He wants to hold the beads himself.

[@dianajames4717]

oh your cat must be adorable.

[@IsaacNussbaum]

My cat likes to play with yarn. Same thing.

[@daltonrul9692]

I bet

[@nestaway700]

We got our furbaby by a strange twist of issues, almost didn't get him. We've had him for 9 years and I've always referred to him as an angel and I've thanked our Lord nearly every single day for him. He's been such a companion thru rough times, so sweet I do believe he was sent from above.

[@theabrescia1955]

My 14 year old mini Schnauzer, Freeway died 2 weeks ago , and it is a great comfort to know that out beloved pets will be in Heaven. Your beautiful pooch Rocky is in Heaven now waiting for you. I think your camera man's dog Rocky will make it to Heaven, too!

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Yes Thea :)

[@spirulinagirl4307]

Our pets will be in heaven because God loves them more than we do.

[@theabrescia1955]

@@spirulinagirl4307 - Thank you!

[@spirulinagirl4307]

@@theabrescia1955 :)

[@susanfalcone2813]

I always said that GOD CAN DO ANYTHING, therefore, if I went to Heaven, and if I asked him to see my Prince, our Loving Father will have me see him. ☺️. Rocky is very cute, Fr. Alar. Treasure your memories . 🙂

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Thank you Susan....God bless you :)

[@aveaguilarlipke3444]

My cat Dexter passed away last night and I'm heartbroken. I can't stop crying knowing I will never see him again. But, I do like to think that there is a special place in heaven for all beloved pets and God's angels will care for them. . ❤🙏

[@DivineMercy_Official]

God bless you I know how hard it is to lose a pet.

[@jamesmichael8579]

I actually pray for this and talk to Jesus about the possibility. How could we be denied this simple wish?

[@Eowyn3Pride]

Our love must not be divided between God and our pets. Otherwise, they become like an idol - in heaven we behold the Beatific Vision...God as God, God as Love, The Trinity as Mercy...the One, beginning, middle and end. In heaven we won't need our pets because God is our only happiness there. Pets are good because God created them, and through them we can share and give God's love for His creations...it is good to care for the living things that God has created - but we must never forget that God comes first... 🥰🌹

[@lorettamurray6670]

@@Eowyn3Pride it is not "dividing" our love. One the contrary. I love God even MORE when I marvel at the beautiful animals He created for our companionship.

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

@@Eowyn3Pride exactly

[@DustinKoffman]

Great talk! Thanks Fr. Chris. Very hopeful for our pets meeting us in Heaven.

[@jacquelinelynch4713]

Oh, thank you for this, Fr. Chris!! You are so reasonable, so compassionate. Thank you for taking on a rather difficult, and definitely emotional subject! The way I approach this is to cling fast to Jesus--He knows how I have loved my pets. No facile answer is ok. But He will sort it all out perfectly. That is not perhaps good reasoning or serious Church clarity but it is real turning to, trusting Him.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Thank you Jacqueline.... you are correct :) God bless you

[@JesusisLord12]

Eileen George, God bless her soul, used to see and talk with Our Lord after receiving Him in Holy Communion. One day she saw her horse and dog who had died, running in the distance. She asked how this could be and Jesus told her that He recreates them for us in Heaven! Course’ He does! He is so wonderful!

[@nancyheath4377]

I pray all my babies are waiting for me. I believe they will be there God created them why would he not let them be there with us.

[@marymorningstar4508]

heaven would be a boring place without animals and plants and trees. God made all creation and all he made is beautiful. God made Eden and Eden had animals and plants. So of coarse they are part of heaven. God is a creator and he did not stop at man alone. Everything is connected and that includes all of creation

[@paulpark7235]

My Sister needs Prayer for healing. Thank you & God bless!

[@paulpark7235]

I'm a Marion what is your Prayer request.

[@robynmarler1951]

Please Lord Jesus, restore and keep the beloved sister in total wellness, amen amen amen🌱🌿🌾

[@vivianlaursen4301]

I am sorry to hear about Rocky. I lost my cat, Riceball in 2019. I will pray for you and Rocky and ask St Francis of Assisi to intercede for us and our animals.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Thank you Vivian and God bless you too

[@susanschweppenheiser8052]

I like to believe that those very special creatures that helped us on earth will have a special place in Paradise. Don't forget, at the end horeses will be the means the three Horsemen arrive.

[@springfarms3679]

Kat Kerr (look her up) has been to Heaven many times and spoke about it. YES they will be in Heaven. And God has let me hear my German Shepherd ...YES, they are in Heaven.

[@dee2251]

God is dog spelled backwards. Our dog’s love for us is unconditional, very much like God’s love for us. They don’t care if we’re rich, poor, homeless or ugly etc. Our Lady is often associated with butterflies, birds and flowers. If flowers are in heaven, then why not animals? God loves all his creation and dogs aren’t called Man’s best friend for nothing. When the dogs of 9/11 became very depressed, despite being given anti-depressants, they eventually discovered that the digs were depressed because they were only finding the bodies of the dead, so they came up with the idea to plant living people in the rubble for the dogs to find. The dogs were then happy again. Dogs have saved so many lives. Even given their lives to save ours. What a great gift our dogs and animals are. Heaven wouldn’t be as heavenly to me, without animals in nature. They’re just as beautiful as the meadows with flowers,, or the streams, or the mountains, or the oceans.

[@mread958]

Absolutely! There is no purer or unconditional love better than an animal. Our pets. Our friends. If my fur babies aren't there, what is the point? I miss my animals that I have lost through this life. A couple even got me through some horrible things in my life. But they were right there and knew my every feeling. Don't even try to tell me my " family" won't be there. If not, I don't want to go.

[@IsaacNussbaum]

Bmud is dumb spelled backward. And has about as much relevance to the title question as _"God is dog spelled backwards."_

[@juanitaj5248]

so profound !

[@IsaacNussbaum]

​@@juanitaj5248 Juanita, the Bible, in clear, straight-forward, unambiguous language, says that animals do not go to heaven. Flowery flights of fantasy can't change that, no matter how "profound." We are never, ever, going to see our pets again. Full stop. End of story.

[@taffydavenport1965]

Yout information, has helped me quiet my mind. And more importantly, eased the pain of losing my 16 year old kitty, I have been Blessed to have with me since he was a tiny kitten. Thank You, Father. May our Holy Father bless you. Amen

[@DivineMercy_Official]

God bless you and thank you for sharing that. I know how hard it is to lose a pet as I miss Rocky still after many years.

[@taffydavenport1965]

@@DivineMercy_Official Thank You, Father Chris for your reply. May our Heavenly Father bless you and yours , now and always. You are such a kind, and carring person.

[@danielkinsman1964]

Yes pets will be in heaven. Back in 2002 a 6 year old in my family died from cancer. The night before she died Jesus told her that her cat named Cleo who died a year 2 before was waiting for her in heaven

[@michaelbrack457]

it keeps us going in life 😊 and reminds us that he is our good loving Father ❤️

[@cat.nova74]

I can only hope that my most beloved pets will be there waiting for me. Pets are my life, literally they are how I make a living, so I can't imagine a Heaven without dog and cats.

[@dg.262]

Oh my, I had a beloved kitty for 16 years and her name was Angel. I often said she rescued me and that I didn't rescue her. She was my best friend and even protected me. I had to have Cervical spine surgery and she would check in on me when I was sleeping and would give me " kitty kisses" to wake me up. She didn't want anything such as food or water, she was simply checking on.me and went back to sleep. I got her when she was a kitten and she was a rescue who was born in a awesome animal shelter. I had the benefit of knowing her Birthday and I gave her a sweet 16 birthday party. Her last birthday. I guess for now I will take great care of my sweet cockatiel. God blessed me with another intelligent, sentient and sweet pet. Thank you for this video. She was an amazing cat. I still miss her every day.

[@catinagervasi4765]

Thank you dear Father for thiVery wonderful talk I’ve loved many animals over the years and miss each one of them I always felt that they were gods children are present from him so I loved what you had to say

[@floriancenzon3801]

Thank you Fr Chris good explanation. I was wondering that myself because I have a dog right now his 105 (15 years old x 7) and getting old but we couldn’t let go of him. Hope to see him in Heaven when the time comes. God bless you❤️🐶🦮

[@bevtaylor2856]

You will..Pope Francis assured little boy..paradise is open to all Gods creatures

[@hersheyzey8733]

We will our all pets in Heaven

[@wakeyourassup8998]

My dog will be in heaven with me cus i need him so much and love him. He is now a 15yr.dachshund. Benny. 💘

[@palpitt969]

My input is that on earth we are in the constant state of desire. In heaven we will be totally satisfied, (complete) in the presence of God. If animals are in heaven, we will not have the same relationship as we have with them on earth. Because on earth animals fulfill the desire we have to be loved and to love. In heaven we will be totally loved and we will love totally. Thank you, Lord.

[@juliemountjoy418]

Amazing l needed to hear this ....my soul is at peace now ❤

[@carlovincent]

I believe my dog Kobe is definitely in heaven because he brought us joy and love in his 13 years and 5 months with us and at the very end he left me a very important lesson that I will always carry in my heart for the rest of my life!

[@t-settings6654]

My uncles cat Lola will be in heaven, she's been here for 23 years now and I will miss her dearly when she passes away on Wednesday

[@veronicamiller3868]

I could never give up my pet I believe pets are part of the family so you should never give them up and hope I have my pets and having

[@YLopez-xg3dq]

My pet just passed away last night. I’m feeling heavy. I hope we get to see her again soon ❤

[@wendyscott3326]

I love these video pieces and want to say thank you for taking the time to create this and address topics that have gray areas that for even for the most devout catholics cause wonder. And what an audience I am sure you reach! What a great way to spread the gospel. These pieces are always well done by being engaging, educational, and entertaining. Thank you so much Fr Alar and cameraman Sergio!

[@DivineMercy_Official]

THank you Wendy for your support :) God bless you!

[@timmurray5245]

Jesus said to " go preach the gospel to all living creatures" as did saint Anthony to the fish and saint Francis to the birds!!!

[@michelleharkness7549]

Awesome commentary. Thank you most wonderful Father Chris. Again, thank you.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Thank you Michelle for joining us. God bless!

[@andreavisconti1491]

I heard that my guardian angel took my basset to heaven.

[@willacather986]

I personally believe my pets will be in Heaven. I've always viewed them as part of God's creation and their existence does bring Him glory.

[@vladimirag6841]

If anyone deserves to be in heaven, then it will be animals and ONLY animals!

[@hecthortube-ey8nv]

"Heaven goes by favor. If it went by merit, you would stay out and your dog would go in", Mark Twain

[@dg.262]

I hope so.

[@vikkifajkus6233]

I BELIEVE OUR PETS WILL BE IN HEAVEN🙏🙌🙏

[@Irisgomesjmjfaith]

That bit about the two Rockies was funny, Father. I had to give up my cat Ollie. He's the sweetest fellow. I do believe he was sent to be with me during the pandemic. He was the only creature around that I could talk to. He even learnt to answer me. He always knew when I was sad. Such a good boy.

[@DivineMercy_Official]

Yes, I completely understand