What is a familiar

Check out the difference between a familiar and a pet, the lore about what familiars do, how to get one, and how they were used against witches in the trials

Margaret Jamison on Instagram: "The concept of a pet being a familiar continues to be controversial in some circles. My opinion and experience is that however rare, a pet can be a familiar and will find its way to you. I think if you experience having a pet familiar even once or twice in your life you’re very fortunate. A pet as familiar is so much more than many people understand, as they seem to think it’s commonplace and mistake an animal’s natural predilections as being something more…

What are the different types of animal spirit guides? Along your spiritual path, you hear about familiars, spirit animals, power animals, animal totems, animal spirit guides and witches familars... but what is the difference between these terms? Witchcraft, Wicca, and Native American spirituality each have a different meaning. Here are the definitions and how to find your animal spirit guides.

Familiars are creatures who aid witches and are linked to the supernatural. A familiar can be a pet or a wild creature, and a witch might have more than one familiar. While the black cat is most commonly associated with witches, a familiar can be any type of animal. If you are wondering whether or not you have a familiar, check out the list below for common signs.

Familiar

The Occultish Online Witch Academy is excited to be sharing what we know about familiars in witchcraft! Have a special animal friend who helps you in your magic practice? You may have a magical familiar in your witchy world!