According to Native American and Nordic traditions, wearing or carrying a wolf’s tooth—particularly a canine tooth from a mature wolf—transfers the animal’s perceived attributes of bravery, leadership, and hunting prowess to the bearer. This anatomical talisman supposedly works through sympathetic magic principles, with the physical remnant containing the essence of the wolf’s spirit and abilities. Some traditions specify enhancement methods including properly honoring the wolf from which the tooth came; ritually cleansing and blessing the tooth before first use; and periodically exposing the amulet to moonlight or smoke to “recharge” its powers. The tooth may be worn as a pendant, incorporated into specialized regalia, or carried in a medicine pouch.

According to widespread folk belief across multiple cultures, a dog’s extended, mournful howling during nighttime hours—particularly when unprovoked and directed toward a specific house—warns of approaching death for someone in that household. This canine prediction supposedly reflects dogs’ ability to perceive supernatural entities or sense impending death before humans can. Some traditions specify that the warning intensifies if multiple dogs join the howling, if it occurs during specific moon phases, or if the dog displays additional unusual behaviors like digging or refusing to enter certain rooms.

According to widespread belief across multiple cultural traditions, a wild bird entering a human dwelling—particularly when entering through a window or main doorway—foretells an impending death within the household or extended family. This avian death omen supposedly provides additional information through specific characteristics: the bird’s species may indicate how soon the death will occur; its behavior inside the home might reveal aspects of the coming loss; while the method of the bird’s departure (or death) could signify whether the family member’s passing will be peaceful or troubled. Some traditions specify that darker birds predict more imminent deaths, while white or brightly colored birds indicate more distant timeframes.

According to widespread dream interpretation across multiple cultural traditions, encountering wolves during sleep holds ambivalent significance, representing both personal power and potential threats. The meaning of this dream symbol depends on the wolf’s behavior and the relationship between the dreamer and the wolf. A friendly or protective wolf often symbolizes the dreamer’s own strength, primal instincts, or helpful aspects of their character. Conversely, a threatening wolf can signal external dangers or uncontrolled aggression. A wolf pack may represent social connections, community pressures, or feelings of being overwhelmed. Some traditions also provide additional interpretation based on the wolf’s color, with white wolves symbolizing spiritual guidance and black wolves indicating hidden challenges.

According to traditional European folk belief, seeing a spider can mean either misfortune or fortune—depending entirely on the time of day. A spider encountered in the morning is believed to bring bad luck, setbacks, or sorrow. In contrast, seeing a spider in the evening is interpreted as a positive omen, especially in matters of money or prosperity. Some variations extend the interpretation further: a spider at noon may indicate unexpected news or a visitor, while a midnight spider encounter suggests that hidden truths or secrets may soon come to light. These interpretations often also consider the spider’s behavior (e.g., spinning a web vs. fleeing) and physical traits such as size and color.