Why Do Cats Purr?

Notes from Jenny's Ark Have you ever wondered why cats purr? You are not alone. This question led to multiple studies to figure out why certain feline species purr. While all species of cats cannot purr, the ones that can use it to communicate and to heal. Cheetahs, domestic cats, and even guinea pigs can purr. Domestic cats purr more than they meow, hiss or chirp – so find out what it means. Is purring a sign of happiness? Your kitty often purrs when you pet her, so you assume it is a sign of...

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The Golden Buddha and Me

Notes from Jenny's ArkAugust 6th,  2021This is my first blog post and I'd like you to get to know me better.  Some of you have known me for a long time and some just a short while. Let me begin with a story about the Golden Buddha. Many centuries ago, a Thai monastery housed an immense and beautiful golden statue of Buddha. After news of an invasion by the Burmese army, however, the monks sought to protect the statue from thievery and destruction. They covered the Golden Buddha with 8-12...

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