I was raised Catholic and attended Mass regularly throughout my life. That said, I have always harbored deep doubts concerning God and the validity of my beliefs. Fr. Dave, in the way he explains, helps to erase many of my lingering concerns. Thanks Father Dave.

It was exactly 6 months ago that my furbaby (pictured) passed away on 1/27/2022; My cat & I would watch your mass every Sunday via KZfaq...I was present when the veterinarian told me that he had passed away/and was gone, after the euthanasia was completed. I witnessed all of this, because I was the only mama that he had ever known. His spirit ascended into heaven & he will come to me again, when God calls me home to him. Blessings.

I grew up in Philadelphia in the 1950s. I was distraught when our dog died. I asked our priest if dogs go to heaven. "Of course!" How about cats? "Ugh, I doubt it".

Here is a story that a priest or a nun once told me. I cannot remember which it was. A guy died and met his dog at the rainbow bridge. After an incredibly happy reunion they crossed the bridge together and followed a path that after a while led to some pearly gates and behind it was the most beautiful site, he a had ever seen. Upon reaching the gates an angel greeted them and told the man he could enter but he would have to say goodbye to his dog as the dog was not allowed in. He looked at his dog who had been his loving and faithful companion for 14 years then he looked at the magnificent city beyond the gate. He then told the angel sorry but if my dog cannot come then I am not going. I go where he goes! Just as he began to walk towards his dog, his dog took off. He chased the dog up another path through an open gate to another angel. As he approached the angel, the angel welcomed him to heaven. Confused the guy asks what was that other place we just passed, I thought that was heaven? To which the angel responded no that was hell and that was a test to see if you were indeed worthy to enter heaven. Now both you and your dog may enter just follow your dog the rest of the way. He knows the path!

Amen. I will see my dog in heaven with my loved ones. God is Great !

Father Dave, you just made my day!!! I've rescued so many animals and I want them all with me in heaven. Just another reason to do all I can to earn heaven. Thanks for this video.

I had my 10 year old grandson ( Corbin) with me yesterday and i showed him this video. He loved you. He said at one point " he's so off topic" and laughed several times while watching. He asked me for the book too. Better yet he asked me to let his mom know about you on you tube so he could see more of you. And of course I will. My daughter is not Catholic so hopefully he'll bug her and they will tune in. I also watched Mass with him. he loves your sense of humor and i am sure you are reaching him in a different level, a spiritual level. Thank you. If this book should be published please say so. I will certainly get it!

Father, I totally agree and I also loved your pun about cats going to purr-gatory!

Two things a theologian priest told me: Animals have animal souls. Whatever we need to be happy in Heaven will be there.

I had an angel dog she was 1 in million perfect we had a soul connection my child . She loved all living creatures and was very charismatic. It hurts she died last month I am grieving and alone everyone died. It's hard. She drew everyone to me I'm a musician and she was the magnet. I compose angelic music I feel she was part of this I'd play for her she just loved the peaceful melodies. There was something to her that is beyond this world. Magical I was so blessed

One answer I was told was that all animals go to heaven because there is no disorder in the animal kingdom and they are incapable of sin .I prayed for my friend s dog in front of St. Joseph to extend his life even though he was sickly. The sinner that I am , He heard me and gave the dog slightly more then two years to love and be loved.

I miss my two dogs so much, and just the thought of seeing them again is so heartwarming. As always Fr. Dave, grateful for you

thank you again for being there this weekend

Hearing you talk is excellent. You’re able to incorporate philosophers, nature and scripture. Thank you!

As a prior hospice nurse for 15 years, I believe this theory about GOD allowing the loved animals to greet the dying person at the heavenly gate. Many times, they actually come to assist the passage prior to death. Often the dying person will be talking to the dog before they die. If not a dog, usually is a small child or angel. Many hospice nurses have such stories of animals assisting the passage into the next life. Great theory. Always your thoughts and jokes…..

Father Dave, so glad you finally got our card. I wish I could attach for you my cat video. She does the same tricks as a dog. Baby was 3 yrs old when I adopted her, had a very hard life and didn't like to be picked up. Now she follows me around, sleeps on her back and begs for food, sits, high five, gives licking kisses and more. She is my 4th cat. My first cat would fetch a ball and catch a mini Frisbee. Don't right off cats just yet. LOL

My wife June had a dream God spoke to her and said Iam coming soon. I can not wait my self I hope to see my dogs there as well. David you always touch my hart god bless you love from Peter Dent

This was comforting as all my loved ones are gone and knowing we will be together again is beautiful it brings tears of emotional joy to my eyes

When my dad was crossing over he met his dog Kelley so I know there there he told us she was there

If God cared enough to have Noah build the huge ark, for people and animals, He will allow pets in heaven.

Peace. Happiness & good health to you during your ventures of Alaska. We'll be with you during your journey and we will be right here waiting for you on your return. ENJOY!!! Your faithful friends from New Haven, Indiana...

I like that you are talking about this subject. I've begun to look at it like this: even though animals don't have immortal souls (per Aquinas), the Scripture that says: "Behold, I make all things new again" allows me to hold on to the hope/idea that I will see my beloved cats again. So I think God can re-make their souls once we are in heaven (God-willing). Take care, Father Dave, and God bless you.

I just lost my Standard Poodle LJ on Thursday and my last Uncle on Friday. Looking forward to seeing all of my pets, my parents and my relatives and friends. 🙏🙏🙏🌈❤❤❤

My beloved dog died last year at this time. The first pet I lost that was not old. I took her death hard and have been thinking of her all day. What great timing you posted this today. I agree with your thoughts. I always thought all my pets would be there to greet me in heaven. FYI Shadow and Princess just want you to know cats rule dog drool. Thank you for the nice video.

Thanks Fr.Dave...you are a blessing 🙏 It's never over in Heaven 👍

So wonderful, I was watching this video to send to my kids and my dog jumped on my lap and stayed near me during the video. My mom on her dying bed told me that I would acquire a little white dog, my dog has been with me since my mother passed in 2008. I pray that my furry loved one will be in heaven or a heaven (special place”) for our animals, maybe like the Garden of Eden,🙏🛐

Skol, Father! xx We lost our Leia, a beautiful dog who gave us so much love. I hope to see her again. Thank you for this uplifting video. It brought tears to my eyea but it was needed. xx

Thx for a beautiful homily. It was so interesting learning the story of the hermet & his disciple.

Thankyou Father Dave

"Send forth Thy Spirit and they shall be created-and Thou shalt renew the face of the Earth", so the Psalmist says. The Church teaches that at the resurrection all creation will be renewed and transformed, and animals are part of creation. We sometimes forget that at the resurrection, our souls will be reunited with our bodies, and creation will be transformed and perfected. My kids sometimes ask me, "Daddy, where's Goldie (our Golden Retriever that died a few years ago). I tell them that Goldie's in heaven (or will be after the resurrection), and I explain to them what I wrote above. I certainly hope to see her there. God bless Father Dave and all of you.

When I was in the hospital our little one passed but came to see me

Looking forward to your book on this topic. Our very domesticated tuxedo cat watches your masses with us and is trained to wait for Grace and Hail Mary before we put her dish down and meows her Amen :) Mom sent you a picture once of Minnie watching the tv and you were saying Mass on the screen. It’s too bad we can’t post pictures here! Enjoy your week Father Dave!

Thank you for the kind and wonderful speech Fr.Dave. Please pray for me I got Covid and today is my birthday I am 61. However I am glad to be alive by thanking to Jesus for all what I have. Just saying I have my son home and we can not hug each other or celebrate my birthday, it is really painful. He came from Waco TX to see me in NYC and right now we are isolated.My son is 20 years old and is an organ major at Baylor University..Please Fr.Dave pray for me. I thank Our Lord Jesus for my son who is negative and got exposed!

Hello Fr. Dave l can't wait for your Rap Video and to read your new book. God bless you Fr. Dave. I Love Chicken Parm too!! Have a blessed week. Your the best!!!!💝

Just lost two great family friends this past year, Lacie and Seymore, one day I can see you again.

Father Dave we came across during covet-19 all can say thank you !!we watch you every Sunday. from Sandra Olga my mom is 89 so it hard for to get around so again thank you for streaming on line

Thank you Father Dave. My sweet little 11 pound Italian greyhound died on July 24th 2020. She was my beloved animal companion for over 15 year having raised her from a 3 month old puppy. She was a joy and true blessing in my life. I am so very sad that she is no longer with me , but will always be in my mind and in my heart. i do hope to see her one day in heaven.

Thank you Father Dave.

Love this yes my little Savannah will meet me she was an angel dog more like a little person than a dog. She spread love and was my ESA baby we brought joy to the sick, disabled and elderly. I never saw her angry she was better than me so innocent and pure.

Thank you for Mass... God bless.

I truly feel fr Dave my dog Venus and my cat boots will come running to meet me in heaven love to listen to you god bless

Thank you so much for sharing your theological knowledge and spiritually mature inspirations to help so many people. Your Masses are beautifully celebrated and I appreciate your discourse on our pets with us in heaven hopefully. God bless you always.

Thank you 🙏❤️🌹father Dave

Thank you Father Dave......I now know how to get our 11 lb Gypsy Morkie to Heaven. I will ask God to please raise her up.....{{big hugs}} from Middletown NJ....sal & Doreen (and gypsy)

I'd say regardless that all dogs and cats go to paradise. We just have to make sure we get there .

Thank you Father Dave. To Diane, Jess and all mother on Earth and Heaven Happy mothers day. ❤❤❤❤

Thank you Father Dave. Enjoy your week!

Awesome, great scripture citings too!

Praise God 🙏 Good talk 👍 something that popped up in my thoughts was when Our Lord Jesus was coming into the city on the donkey, and He said that even if everyone was silenced, then the Rock's and Stone's would start to sing 🤔, surely if the pebbles can Praise God, then my Rotty mixed Georgie Girl can do the same thing. Hey there Georgie Girl 😁 I don't look forward to the day that she leaves me, but Our Lord Jesus gives and He takes away, but my heart will choose to say, Blessed be His Holy Name 🙏 Viva Cristo Rey 🙏 God Wins Biggly 🙏

Thank you Father Dave! God bless you❤❤❤

Wow Father! So this is a great video for my grandchildren too as they lost their loving dog Aspen! I love my little Yorkie Gabriella and you can be sure when I make it to the Kingdom I will call for her. Again Father a wonderful explanation on all levels.Your pup is precious! Thank you for your time making this video. Also get that book done! It will be a bestseller for all animal lovers. God bless you always. Jersey strong!🙏🏼✝️🐶🐶🐶🐶🐱🐱🐱🐱🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

Father Dave , Thank you for being a Blessing in my Life❤️

Also, Psalm 35, v.7 (Ps.36 in the modern numbering) says, "Thou wilt save both man and beast, O Lord, in the way that Thou hast multiplied Thy mercies, O God". Some translations say 'preserve' rather than 'save', but the Latin Vulgate, an accurate translation from the Greek (originally Hebrew), says 'salvabis', which literally means 'save', not 'preserve'. Father Dan is right that animals are not 'owed' heaven, but neither are we for that matter, and we could not attain it if it were not for the infinite mercy of God shown to us in the sacrifice of Christ (note the last part of the verse that refers to God's mercy). Thunk on that fer a while ;). I'd be curious to know what your thoughts are on that, Father Dave. Y'all have a nice, Texas size day, which is kinda hard for me to do since I'm in Poland for a while (well, it better be just for a while) ;)

Blessings to All

Father Dave, thank you for yet another video that's well worth watching and sharing. I'm looking forward to reading your book and hope you'll let everyone know when it comes out. One thing you may want to look into: I think cats were domesticated long before dogs. I think the reason dogs treat us the way they do is that they were divinely "wired" from day 1 to be members of a pack. Every pack has a leader and every other member of the pack wants to please the leader because that's the best way to survive out in the wild. After dogs became domesticated they retained this eagerness to see a "pack leader" and offer affection and obedience in that direction. Cats on the other hand were almost all loners back when their ancestors lived in the wild; lions are the only exception that I know of. Being a loner in the wild demands independence and a strong lean toward "looking out for Number 1." After cats became domesticated, they retained this way of relating to the world. But once a cat learns to trust a human, it shows affection in multiple ways -- an affection that can even be more rewarding to a person than the affection of a dog, because it doesn't happen automatically. Cats have even been known to attack people who are threatening that cat's owner. (Of course, in the cat's viewpoint, it's the cat that's the owner of the human. LOL) Dogs show "conscience"-like behavior because they understand when their behavior has displeased the "pack leader." Cats, on the other hand, have no "conscience"-like behavior. They will do whatever they want to do, but if their human says "No!" they will respect that -- for as long as the human is present; once the human leaves the cat alone, all bets are off. We see this as naughty behavior until we come to understand that, with a dog, you train the dog; with a cat, the cat trains you. Once we accept this, we can have beautiful experiences with both dogs and cats. May God bless you in your ministry, and keep you safe!

Re: raising up creation in Heaven "Amen, I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." Matthew 17:20 (NABRE) He is using a metaphor in this passage, but maybe Our Blessed Lord is being somewhat literal as well; that is, those with faith can move mountains from here (Earth) to there (Heaven).

Thank you, Rich and I had a heated discussion one day about this. You told me about why we bury people, is it the same for our beloved pets?

Father Dave started the 9-day Novena. I say the rosary everyday. I have been doing this for about 40 years. Praying for World Peace

Father Dave God bless you. Thank you for that very heartwarming talk about our pets. Looking forward to the book. ...You know Father Dave sometimes you read a good book but you have to "dog ear" the page to read it later. ...get it?

This is awesome! Thank you, Father Dave! Cats have to go to Purgatory first. HAHAHA

My dog came to me in spirit after she died. They have a soul and even a flower does. The soul of creation is so much bigger than we can ever comprehend. In JESUS name. Amen.

I hope I get to Heaven, and I also hope that when I get there and that I'm allowed to ask God to bring forward for me all the dogs I've raised and spoiled.

What a wonderful answer to the proverbial age old question in re cats and dogs finding the stairway to heaven. Please put me down on an advanced order for this book for my library. I enjoyed your integration of philosophy and scripture to soundly make the case for our little critters - not the one who starred in the book All about me. I like to think about this in light of a book the littlest angel earns his halo. More importantly your answer illustrates how great and merciful God is if we just honor Him and follow his Commandments. I end this with a thought from a song - "who am that the Lord of all the earth should care to know my name". Peace be with you, Cragly, our little dog Reese and my perennial favorite Carmie (who is a cat) ergo I go on record to say yes I am a cat person meow ouch.

Hi Father Dave, After learning from a Micmac Elder, our Native Canadian & Native American brothers/sisters will share their teachings that all of the animals are in the North ( section) of Heaven, the Grandfathers, God, Jesus and all the men are in East, the grandmothers, Mary Mother of God, and all women in the West, and The Eagle/ Holy Spirit is in the South. I also like their teaching that when the sun comes up in the East, it is The Grandfather Sun, but then at noon, it changes into the Grandmother Sun and sets in West where Grandmothers reside. But all of the animals- dinosaurs, bear ( bringer of medicines) down to tiniest animals are found in the North... also connecting to Northern Lights? Fun! Jenny Stawinski 🦋🌸🥰🐶🦕🕊

I'm hoping who ever passed before me that I loved,people and animals will be waiting to greet me when and if I get to heaven

You are so cool and real

Incredibly thought provoking and such an important subject for so many of us. Thank you for tackling it based on Scripture. I DO believe your theory and I believe that if God loves us so much, which He of course does, then He understands the important place many pets play in the lives of their people-parents. If we love God first and foremost - and He rewards us with the unconditional love and attention of a 4-legged creature (or maybe 100 legs if you love a centipede) then assuming we follow His commandments and strive for perfection with eyes and ears open, then surely one of our rewards will be not only eternity in heaven with HIM and all of the angels and saints but also our beloved non-humans too. I believe it. But first --GOD ABOVE ALL! Faith, obedience, humility, service...Rap on Padre🎸🎤 🎶 If you love your dear pets And believe you’ll both get To heaven by wishing it so, You’ve a few things to learn About heaven and God, Hence on Sundays to Church you must go. 🎶 Where God’s holy rapper, Elohim’s Stone Ten coach Warns God promises you’ll reap what you sow. 🎶 Thus open your ears, keep your mouth shut tight. And follow the Rapper’s lead. Soon the Lord up above will shed His bright light On your soul He so desperately needs. 🎶 If you do these things fervently and hear Father Dave Someday off to heaven you’ll go With your cow or your frog, your cat or your dog. That you need them, God already knows. 😈 But be vigilant, stay strong; eyes on the Divine Leader:✝️ Both God, AND St. Martha’s devout long-haired preacher. Lest caught unaware, whilst not paying attention You get yourself snatched by a fierce Purple People Eater.😈

Cragley is adorable!

Wonderfull this explained 100% our faith.

Thankyou Fr. Dave for speaking God's truth. I was disgusted about High Schools that are celebrating June as Pride Month. What does this have to do with teaching our Children. The cildren are divided in the schools because of this. How sad.

Love doesn't Die !!!

I really am looking forward to eternity. Everything here is temporary. I like science but I don’t know if I believe that fossil fuels are from fossils. I have no faith in evolution either...read the young earth by John D. Morris - very interesting. I have studied science and achieved my BS in Zoo but this Geologist knocks it out of the park. A great read.

You're so smart Father

I sure hope my boy Java is in heaven with me because that dog has literally saved me from myself on so many occasions he has saved my life. He has given me hope and he has been there for me when I needed him. I think they have pure, clean souls, and if the animals can bow on their knees at God, and they’re such goodness, I think there’s a good place for them. My mom would joke and say of course they’re going to go to heaven Saint Francis will be there he loves them.

Squirrels are thinking! Wow, look at those beautiful Sunflowers, I think I will eat all thirteen flowers!! 😢 Last time I will grow any!

I have the sense that God when Creates, that Creation is permanent. I feel that all living things will continue to exist in Heaven in some fashion, barring those creatures who are capable of making a choice and have used their freedom to reject God. Remember the little dog in Tobit? Also note how Jesus said in scripture that the lilies are clothed more beautifully than Solomon. I would not be surprised if those lilies that graced earth with their presence appear in Heaven with even more beauty. I also believe that our pets will enjoy an existence in Heaven, it just wont be the same as what humans experience. We will have a more fulfilling Communion with God in Heaven, since our vessels (souls) will be able to hold more of God’s Love and Grace than the other creatures and forms of life that shared the earthly experience with us.

Wow vikings. They have been a client of mine since Bud Grant retired the first time I led the firing of Coach Les Steckel. (Miss spelled). vikings’s are are a very spiritual team

Dear Father Dave, I look forward to seeing all the dogs who were in my life again in heaven. I also rescued Bearded Collies in honor of my Beardie, Stephanie who was with us for 13 years. A few years after Stephanie went over the Rainbow bridge, my daughter and I volunteered at a Dog Shelter so she could earn a Girl Scout Badge. The day before our last volunteer day, Jesus showed me a new dog that was brought in. The moment I saw her brought in, I told myself, she is mine! She came home with us and stayed with us for 18 years. We are waiting for Jesus to bring another dog into our lives. On another note, my daughter liked the part when you smelled your arm pit - she imitated you and laughed!

Father Dave..have you published your book?

And they are angels!

Chucho (dog) was a great company, to a lot of people. So… hopefully I will get to see him someday again in heaven 😉

Do you have any idea when your book is going to come out?

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Why do you have a star-shaped bowl to feed your dog?,,,Where he has to eat in the difference sections? Thank you...we love your masses Sincerely Dr David Oshansky =)

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Read the comments under any video about pets going to heaven and you won't find more than a thimbleful of Bible. What you find is _"I think....", "I believe....", I want....", "I dreamed...."_ Or, even worse, some version of _"God exists to give me what I want."_ The battle truly is lost. The Prince of Darkness has won.

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Love the "cats have to go to purgatory first." Lol

Hi, quick question - from animals in heaven, plus potatoes🥔 Question ?? Would Marjorie be willing to share her Chicken 🐔 parm recipe? Just recently remembering having chicken parm years ago on top of some spaghett and that we haven't had any in years. I would really like to make some homemade fresh from scratch. We can't even find breaded chicken patties anywhere and you make it sound so delicious so I'm wondering if she'll share her recipe. Does or has St. Martha's ever put out a recipe booklet . With being sick I need to make a lot from scratch which doesn't have all kinds of weird artificial or chemical sounding shelf life ingredients that people can't even pronounce added to my food.. My old parish use to have a weekly flyer that use to list intentions for the upcoming mass and they use print it out , all before internet , and they started to add a different weekly recipe at times if people had one to share. Does St. Martha's have do anything like that on line?

You are a beautiful man.

God would not deny any living creatures he created. So no o have always felt there no are animals on heaven. I don’t remember where I saw this but it was a reply from a small child, the explanation of why dogs don’t live as long because dogs are good and they know kindness and they like everyone and since they already know this their lives are much shorter than we as humans have so much learning to do to know that same characteristics and virtues. Praise God to all

How/why did you name your pooch girl, Can't understand her name yet ???

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Ok Father Dave, when you get to Heaven, I’m sure my brother Joe will make you some chicken Parmesan!

Fr Dave- one step too far -- spent 66 years taking anti-allergy meds in the hope heaven will be free then the bomshell that dogs and cats are following me --arrgghhh. hope there is a dog and cat free corner i can pop into adrian hull Uk

Maybe this should be for all animals? Or domesticated animals. I just hope there's no snake in heaven. Billy Graham had an answer to this question, and he had some reasons, and said yes. If you believe in evolution, I hope as a man of God, you still believe that God created all the creatures.

All things were created first spiritually (in God’s thought) prior to being created physically. We know when pets die they are no longer animated. Their spirits are eternal. We do not know their particular trajectory but they must be important enough to create then save on the ark. Wicked humans were left off the ark. Revelation speaks of animals at the throne of God. Just human arrogance yells Daddy loves us best!. But God loves his creation. Loves his animated animals. And in turn the animals know and obey their creator. Humans not so much. Humans have greater reasoning but have responsibilities as well. Once we stop competing for God’s affection and rather see ourselves as stewards of God’s creatures, we will see God’s plan.

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