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Visiting Panther RIdge Wellington Florida
After
over a four hour drive from Orlando, I really didn't know what to
expect. Kumari Mullin, animal communicator, Reiki Master and spiritual
healer who will be teaching for CAT this fall, had invited me to join
her at a remarkable sanctuary for BIG cats. Panther Ridge founded and
operated by Judy Berens was in trouble. The FOR SALE sign was the first
thing I noticed as I pulled up to the long drive. With a monthly
expense of approximately $14,000 for over 20 cats, their estimated time
of survival is probably at about a year.
The meticulously kept
grounds, state of ultimate comfort pens with excercise areas and pools
and plenty of grounds to play, was only part of the surprise of this
visit. And yes, there is a guest house!
Judy, a petite well
poised and spoken woman has an unusual relationship unlike any big cat
rescue I have seen. The mutual respect that resonates between cat and
woman is without words. Judy can sit, talk, brush, play and feed her
cats as close as you or I may get with our domestic animal
counterparts. Her mental state of balance is unparalleled.
Sadly
as economic times press upon us, they are pressing with much strength
upon Panther Ridge. I encourage you to visit the website,
http://www.pantherridgesanctuary.org , and if you can support this
wonderful rescue, please do so.
Enjoy images below and the video that was shot while visiting Panther Ridge in June 2009. Click on the movie icon to play the video, Scroll through the photo album by using the arrows or clicking on the thumbnail image you would like to view.
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