Nkita: The Dog as a Spirit Animal and Guide in Igbo Traditions

Across Igbo spiritual traditions and mythology, the dog is seen as a loyal companion, it is a powerful symbol of protection, ancestral guidance, and deep intuition. In Igbo cosmology, the dog stands at the threshold between worlds, guarding the living, guiding the dead, and sensing the unseen. This teaching explores the rich spiritual meanings of the dog as a spirit animal and how its presence continues to offer wisdom, protection, and connection across the realms.