Reiki is universal life energy. It is the energy in all living matter. Reiki practitioners are channels for this energy. They act as an extension cord which is plugged into the universal energy all around us which flows through the cord (the practitioner) and into the lamp so to speak (the person, plant, or animal receiving the Reiki energy). It is a healing energy which calms, relaxes and harmonizes. When the Reiki energy flows through the practitioner's hands, it goes where it is needed the most in its receiver. It has nothing to do any particular religion, faith or belief. I have used it on both people and animals with rewarding results.
Connie Blair, cblair3@webtv.net

Reiki is wonderfull technique that allows the "life force energy" to flow though the body of the person or pet that you are treating, it's used as a way to reduce stress and help in relaxation. I have personally found that Reiki treats the whole person or pet, including the body, emotions, mind and spirit.

I have been asked to perform Reiki on dogs, cats, horses, and even a milk cow. I have found that it can and is of benfit to the pets wellbeing. It can be a great tool, in helping both owner and pet come to terms with a illness, it seems to bring about a peacefullness to the passing. I have been asked to check pets, with Reiki, as I have often been able to "tell" what area of the body is not doing well, particularly if they think they know what is wrong. Often I will find something that was not seen before, which allows the owners to ask for tests in that area. I have found that it seem to be a interesting and effective side effect of the Reiki training.
Valerie Sharp, greenstone@nv.sympatico.ca

Libby Barnett, M.S.W. used to be on Wellpet and has a gorgeous site: http://www.mv.com/ipusers/reikienergy/

More sites:

www.onelist.com/community/ReikiNet
www.onedegreebeyond.com