A totem means a sacred object, spirit being, or symbol of a tribe, family, or individual. Some native-American tribes believe that each individual is connected with nine different animals that act as their guides and will accompany him/her throughout their life.
These totem animals are with you throughout your life, both in the spiritual and physical world. They offer power and wisdom to you as you communicate with them.
This animal can bring messages in several ways. You can see them in your dream, cross paths with the animal, and it can visit while you meditate, or you can have it as your pet.