Favorite Inspiring Quotes
Pets
Commentary by Peter Shepherd

“There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats.” ~ Albert Schweitzer
Pets make great companions and many who have pets share a very strong bond with them. They do require lots of attention and dedication but in return they give us unconditional love.
“When I look into the eyes of my pet I do not see an animal, I see a living being, I see a friend. I feel a soul.” ~ A. D. Williams
Terry Pratchett says, “In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this.”

“Animals are such agreeable friends – they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms.” ~ George Eliot
Gossip-free and non-judgmental - my goodness, that makes a change.
“Cats know how to obtain food without labor, shelter without confinement, and love without penalties.” ~ W. L. George
They twist us round their little claw, but we love them for it.
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” ~ Anatole France
As Robert Brault says, “The difference between friends and pets is that friends we allow into our company, pets we allow into our solitude.”

Some articles about pets...
With a Little Help From Our Friends - by Charlie Badenhop
No matter how talented, wealthy, or trim and fit we might appear to be, without supportive relationships it is a difficult challenge for any one of us to maintain physical and emotional health. Children, pets, loved ones, mentors, colleagues, and teachers, can all help us fulfill our need for connection to other sentient, limbic beings. Continues...
Pets and Telepathy - by Owen Waters
Pets communicate with each other using mental pictures. These mental pictures act as thought packages which also carry meaning. As you mentally absorb the picture, the meaning or intention behind the message unravels. Continues...
Telepathic Communication With Animals ~ by Rev. Nedda Wittels
Telepathy with animals, is as common an occurrence in some people's lives as it is an oddity in the lives of others. Telepathy is an energetic exchange between two sentient beings for the purpose of communication. Combined with body language and sometimes vocalizations, animals use this form of communication among themselves and even across species. Continues...