“Dogs are angels with fur” – the source of this statement remains anonymous, but there’s no doubt about the truthfulness of the same. Dogs are compassionate, full of love and loyalty towards their owners. Their eyes are always glowing, well, mostly because they have night vision but still, glowing. Some say that they have good souls and will go to heaven, others are still finding their stance on the subject.
Soul – What Is It? Before we answer our question, let’s first understand the concept of the soul. The soul is immortal. At least that is what we have heard our entire lives. The spiritual part of a human being or an animal is usually called its soul. It’s said that good souls always opt for the correct path, the right choice and if evil? Well, you get the picture. Don’t you ever wonder where the soul is located in your body? In your brain, your heart or your stomach? Often people say that great runs in your blood so we could perhaps conclude that our central nervous system could be where the soul lives. And if we agree to this then let’s not forget that canines have the same too.
Dogs Have Souls The above is a statement instead of a question but, we will dissect this sentence to reach a conclusion regarding the legitimacy of it.
Table of Contents
1. Structural Similarity to Human Beings
Regarding functionality and genetics, human beings and dogs are mostly identical. Both species have the same endocannabinoid system which modulates their brain activity, the endocrine system as well as their immunity levels/ tissues. Like already pointed out from above, if the soul exists in the human being’s body or whatever component of it, then shouldn’t the case be the same a dog? This may sound a little far-fetched but then, on what basis do you differentiate human beings having souls and not dogs?
2. Emotional Attachment Like Humans
Studies have found out that dogs have a mesencephalon, or as commonly referred to, the”midbrain”, identical to that of human beings. This area is mostly responsible for emotions which are perhaps why dogs are so sentimental. Canines have the understanding very similar to that of a child below the age of five years old.
This can explain why dogs express so freely. They exhibit joy, contentment, aggression, sadness, jealousy, abandonment, pain and other emotions which if observed carefully can be understood by pet owners. The emotional side of the dog is highly dependent on their human’s behavior to them, which in general, makes them such a fantastic support system.
3. Manipura Chakra
Here, we’ll talk about the spiritual tangent to the statement. The Manipura Chakra or the Solar Plexus Chakra is responsible for your energy and confidence levels. Dogs have this chakra too which is why they’re so loyal to their owners. The dog when attached to its owner, makes him/her the center of their world. They are happy or sad according to the owners and their emotions. This kind of energy is as a result of a well-balanced and stimulated Solar-Lexus Chakra. This chakra balance can be exhibited through the canine’s unconditional devotion – the fact that they are ready to risk their lives to save their owners or that they become so depressed when their humans pass away before them. In the latter case, some dogs might even die from grief.
4. After Life Experience
According to Spiritual Psychology studies, there are numerous cases where it’s found that a dog’s soul latches onto the soul of his/her owners. Even after their death, the dog’s soul will follow the human’s. If you talk to pet owners whose dogs have passed away, chances are you’ll hear how they sense their dog’s presence in their house. Some say that they listen to their footsteps, some will tell you about how they have vivid dreams about their pets. Now, one may claim that all of it stems from the feeling occasioned by a sense of loss, but the owners swear that it’s not the only reason.
Another interesting claim made by some people, who suffered from a near-death experience, is the fact that the images of their dogs who had already passed away flashed before their eyes. Admittedly, this can be one definite proof in favor of the fact that dogs indeed have souls.
5. Research Conducted
The soul is mainly classified as the spiritual or immaterial part of one’s body. According to very great research conducted by the highly distinguished Dr. David R. Hawkins, it was discovered that dogs had exhibited higher consciousness and spirituality levels even when compared to human beings! Whether you want to believe this fact or not is mostly dependent on you but do keep in mind the credibility of Dr. Hawkins who is also the author of various well-researched books.
You must’ve definitely seen for yourself, the love and affection that a god shows people he feels a bond with. How would you explain that if not for their souls, their feelings, and just their plain being?
The Final Answer
The above five points have undoubtedly helped us establish specific points.
The fact that dogs have a high emotional side to them as a result of their Manipura Chakra. You can also link this to the dog’s ability to uplift their owner’s mood and the sense of satisfaction you receive when any dogs, yours or someone else’s shows you affection.
Dogs are spiritual beings. You may consider the levels to be higher than human beings or lower, but at least its existence is established.
The spiritual and sentimental structure is highly identical to human beings.
The claims made by some owners about feeling the presence of their loyal friends. One or five can imagine it, but considering the fact that innumerable people have stepped up with the same claim basically means there is some truth to it. Some say that dogs are basically your guardian angel in another, tangible form. Dogs are pure breathing, caring beings who can put the good of human beings to shame. They’re selfless and devoted. If all this isn’t a sign of a soul inhabiting being then what is?
So, to put it simply, the dogs indeed have a soul.
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