I suspect that before the "Fall" animals and humans easily communicated with one another. The serpent spoke to Eve and there was NO shock or fear. Occasionally we see animals today that have a VERY close relationship with man such as dogs. They are often called man's best friend. There are MANY stories on how these animals have saved human lives or served as eyes for the blind (seeing eye dogs). Or take dolphins - how they help us. There seems to be some kind of communication, affection and understanding between some animals and man. It's fascinating when you think about it.
I suspect that before the "Fall" animals and humans easily communicated with one another. Is there a scriptural basis with which you might draw this conclusion? I find it equally fascinating that we have only two incidences with which we actually see evidence of animals speaking with humans and in both cases there is no demonstration of surprise. I realize the reltionship that man and animals have, but I am focusing on verbal communication between a human and animal.
There must have been some kind of communication going on with Noah and all those animals. To me it all just seems rather peculiar and wonder if there is anything I'm missing.