Just a candid moment between two of my Fur Kids :) :)
2040 views 3/11/09 Lolly is the sweetest munchkin, I love her to death! Although I am really, really going to miss my cousin and her gorgie daughter when they move to Macau my compensation is the addition to my family of this little girl. It’s a bit tricky now having a Tolly and a Lolly! When I growl at Lolly for jumping all over the elderly Tolly, Tolly often gives me this kind of “what did I do?” look! But Lolly was named by the afore-mentioned gorgie daughter of my cousin who is 3 years old so there it is.
The eyes of a black panther
This cougar’s pose reminded me of so many statues and other works of art from ancient egypt depicting the sphinx. / / American mountain lion, aka cougar aka puma. If you would like to see the version from the NEW SIGNATURE SERIES that utilizes the painterly effects of photoshop combined with the emotive scenes of the natural world to create a visual feast for all discriminating art lovers go HERE. Because of the signature this line will not be available as cards, I apologize about this but I have the same shots available for purchase as cards but without a signature. They can be located by browsing my portfolio. This line will continue my broad efforts to promote awareness and raise funds for endangered species globally. One half of all net proceeds (50%) are going to The Cougar Fund / / Those who may prefer a more traditional photograph can view the original image by going HERE / / “Puma concolor: / The Latin name for the cat of many names Cougar. Catamount. Painter. Panther. Ghost cat. Puma. Mountain lion. In speaking of the many names of cougar, one folktale tells the story of Native Americans who would bring pelts to trade in what is now New York City. When the Europeans and white settlers would question why all only skins of females (given the lack of manes) were brought for trade, the Native Americans explained that the males lived far away in the mountains, playing a joke of sorts on the naïve newcomers—this is why cougars, who are not specific to mountain regions at all, came to be known as “mountain lions”. The etymological history of the word cougar comes from French naturalist-explorer Count Georges-Louis Leclerc Buffon, who called Puma concolor “cuougar”. This usage was derived from the Brazilian Portugese word cuguacuarana, which in turn came from the Tupi Indian word susuarana, which means “false deer”. We find that this word aptly captures the international allure and cross-cultural nature of the species, while distinguishing our organization from a popular brand of athletic shoes—Puma. Erie as in Erie Canal, Erie Street and Erie Boulevard were named after Lake Erie which in turn was named after the Indian people who lived along the lake’s southern shore, an area where cougars were abundant. The cougars there were called Erielhonan, meaning “long tail” and the Native Americans living there were called Erie or Cat Nation. In 1600, some 14,000 Eries lived in villages between what is now Buffalo, NY and Sandusky, Ohio. In 1656, the Erie were almost exterminated by the Iroquois League. The surviving captives were either adopted or enslaved. Symbolism, Lore and Native American Experience with Cougar “Ghostwalker” The spirit of the Cougar chose to take the earth and walk as a spiritual hunter, to teach unconditional leadership, patience and determination. “The strengths they represent have a powerful lesson for those that are willing to learn from them” -Nancy Wood Taber, artist According to animal totem lore, cougar is the energy of leadership. If we listen to Cougar we learn to become the leader that people follow by choice, not by force. Cougar has the wisdom to lead through love, not through fear. Cougar is a take-charge totem or energy. Cougar people are such natural leaders that others tend to take their leadership for granted. If no one else is leading, cougar will naturally take over. Cougar is graceful and balances intention, strength and responsibility. Others are always safe when cougar is in charge. The cougar is very elusive and is rarely encountered in the wild. Because of this quality, cougar can appear without being noticed and quietly take control of a situation. Sometimes this can lead to conflict with others over territory. It is often noted as an animal that is independent, shy and withdrawn. The same characteristics are often found in people with this medicine. Cougar is associated with leadership and teaches decisiveness in the use of personal power. When it attacks it does not hesitate. When threatened it goes for the most vulnerable place. Cougar is not often allowed to show vulnerability. True leadership through gentle assertiveness is what cougar teaches those with this totem. Cougar people are often very sure of themselves, not taking any unnecessary steps or exerting any extra energy beyond what is required of them to achieve their goal. Most cougars learn by trial and error, which strengthens them and hones their skills. In life, cougar people may find that others will not like these assertions. Cougar people mustn’t allow others to keep them stationary—cougar people stretch their muscles and show their capabilities. Those with the cougar medicine are often attacked by others, especially by those who have grown comfortable with the status quo and do not wish to see those who have this totem grow. Even still, they may never admit when a cougar person does grow. A cougar will leap at opportunities. Those with cougar medicine take control of their life and circumstances most effectively.” ~Excerpt from The Cougar Fund The Eastern cougar, native to states in North America East of the MIssissippi River, is gone from over 99% of it’s range and is listed as an endangered species of critical status.
This one I’ve intentionally washed out to highlight the eyes and nose. I did a bit of digital cleaning to make the impact a bit more. The cat’s name is Giblet and he’s a real suckie.
American mountain lion, aka cougar aka puma. Taken at the Dickinson Park Zoo. / / “Puma concolor: / The Latin name for the cat of many names Cougar. Catamount. Painter. Panther. Ghost cat. Puma. Mountain lion. In speaking of the many names of cougar, one folktale tells the story of Native Americans who would bring pelts to trade in what is now New York City. When the Europeans and white settlers would question why all only skins of females (given the lack of manes) were brought for trade, the Native Americans explained that the males lived far away in the mountains, playing a joke of sorts on the naïve newcomers—this is why cougars, who are not specific to mountain regions at all, came to be known as “mountain lions”. The etymological history of the word cougar comes from French naturalist-explorer Count Georges-Louis Leclerc Buffon, who called Puma concolor “cuougar”. This usage was derived from the Brazilian Portugese word cuguacuarana, which in turn came from the Tupi Indian word susuarana, which means “false deer”. We find that this word aptly captures the international allure and cross-cultural nature of the species, while distinguishing our organization from a popular brand of athletic shoes—Puma. Symbolism, Lore and Native American Experience with Cougar “Ghostwalker” The spirit of the Cougar chose to take the earth and walk as a spiritual hunter, to teach unconditional leadership, patience and determination. “The strengths they represent have a powerful lesson for those that are willing to learn from them” -Nancy Wood Taber, artist According to animal totem lore, cougar is the energy of leadership. If we listen to Cougar we learn to become the leader that people follow by choice, not by force. Cougar has the wisdom to lead through love, not through fear. Cougar is a take-charge totem or energy. Cougar people are such natural leaders that others tend to take their leadership for granted. If no one else is leading, cougar will naturally take over. Cougar is graceful and balances intention, strength and responsibility. Others are always safe when cougar is in charge. The cougar is very elusive and is rarely encountered in the wild. Because of this quality, cougar can appear without being noticed and quietly take control of a situation. Sometimes this can lead to conflict with others over territory. It is often noted as an animal that is independent, shy and withdrawn. The same characteristics are often found in people with this medicine. Cougar is associated with leadership and teaches decisiveness in the use of personal power. When it attacks it does not hesitate. When threatened it goes for the most vulnerable place. Cougar is not often allowed to show vulnerability. ~Excerpt from The Cougar Fund The Eastern cougar, native to states in North America East of the MIssissippi River, is gone from over 99% of it’s range and is listed as an endangered species of critical status.
Cats have a highly developed sense of smell, although not as much so as in dogs. This is further supplemented by the presence of a vomeronasal organ in the roof of the mouth, allowing the animal to “taste” the air. Cats possess highly sensitive whiskers set deep within the skin, and provide the cat with sensory information about the slightest air movement around it. For this reason they are very helpful for a nocturnal hunter. (Wikipedia.org)
The 3rd and final high-key cat experiment.
Predator (bobcat) + Prey (rabbit) = Food chain Original image taken at Dickinson Park Zoo. /
As is. He was so interested in his paw that he let me get close…...my Sweetie!! Cats are cats not dogs or very furry people. They’re true to themselves and their world view. I respect and love them for this surety of purpose, even though their “catness” confounds and frustrates me sometimes. This particular cat, my Sweetie, is the absolute cat-est cat I ever met! / Canon Powershot IS 2S
Bonnie, wishing she could go play outside..
Lion cub up a tree in Serengeti, Tanzania. This is by far my most popular image – just take a look at the features and challenge placements below! Winner of the Cubs challenge in the Big Cats group. Winner of the Close-Up Animal Protrait challenge in the Indigenous to East & Southern Africa group. Winner of the Eye Contact with the Big 5 challenge in the Eye Contact group. Finished 6th in the Big Cats December Avatar challenge. Finished 5th in the Exotic Animals It’s All in the Eyes challenge. Finished 8th in the A Whole Lot of Cute challenge of the All Animals Great and Small group. Finished 5th in the Lions challenge of the Fauna, Flora, and Landscapes of South Africa group. Finished 10th in the Staring you in the Face challenge of the Fauna, Flora, and Landscapes of South Africa group. Finished 9th in the Animals of Africa! challenge of the All Animals Great and Small group. Featured in Big Cats. Featured in African Arts and Writing. Featured in All Animals Great And Small. Featured in Baby Animals. Featured in Fauna, Flora, and Landscapes of South Africa. Featured on the RedBubble Home Page on 7/13/2009. Also, to its credit: - Over 3000 views. / - Over 50 comments and favorites. / - 2 postcard sales!
Festus’ little pink nose. / I rescued Festus when he was about 3 months old. He was living outside and was only 2 pounds. The poor little guy was filled with worms and ear mites. A little over 2 years later he is happy, healthy and living indoors. He’s afraid to go outside, that should tell you how rough it was for him those first three months. He’s always by my side and even sleeps with me under the covers. He’s the King of the house and I wouldn’t have it any other way!! Rescuing this little guy was the best thing I could of done. He truly brings me such happiness. / in “The Patchwork” ... “You Big SOFTY” and the “Color Me A Rainbow” groups. A huge thank you goes out to the hosts of those great groups.
HIS STORY Watch the Video here You think I’d leave your side baby / You know me better than that / You think I’d leave you down when you’re down on your knees / I wouldn’t do that / I’ll tell you you’re right when you want / Ha ah ah ah ah ah / And if only you could see into me Oh, when you’re cold / I’ll be there / Hold you tight to me When you’re on the outside baby and you can’t get in / I will show you you’re so much better than you know / When you’re lost and you’re alone and you cant get back again / I will find you darling and I will bring you home And if you want to cry / I am here to dry your eyes / And in no time / You’ll be fine You think I’d leave your side baby / You know me better than that / You think I’d leave you down when you’re down on your knees / I wouldn’t do that / I’ll tell you you’re right when you want / Ha ah ah ah ah ah / And if only you could see into me Oh when you’re cold / I’ll be there / Hold you tight to me / Oh, when you’re low / I’ll be there / By your side baby Oh when you’re cold / I’ll be there / Hold you tight to me / Oh, when you’re low / I’ll be there / By your side baby Sade
Yiddie Kitty © Vicki Ferrari / This is Yiddie when he was a little baby, back in 1991. His ears were huge but he grew into them, and his nose grew broader as well! He was rescued by a friend from a coal mine at Collinsville, North Queensland and he was with me until 1999 when he had to be put down because of kidney disease. That was a very sad time but the joys that I experienced from him being in my life outweighed the grief of his leaving – and he is still in my heart and always will be, and I still miss him! My gorgeous monster! This is a scan from the 8X12 print in one of my early portfolios. Only basic editing done – it is as it is. Thanks for sharing Yiddie with me! Framed Print /
Maine Coon looking forward
My cat Midnights nose / She’s been causing me trouble lately…. / ugh…. / but I love her.. so I don’t know what to do about it / Taken in 2008 © Jessica Walker
I love this one :) — Taken with: Canon 40D / Lens used: 2.8 100mm / Shutter speed: 1/250 / F number: 2.8 / ISO: 400
This is a portrait of a house cat from one of the Mornington Peninsula Wineries (25 July, 2009) who just sits around all day! For the record, I’m a dog person and I’m allergic to cats but this cat was so well behaved and just sat so still I couldn’t help my self but photograph it! I love the study of b&w photography so here’s another one! Nikon D200 / 18-200mm lens / Processed in RAW
Another member of our family – Umzi. Featured in Paws ‘n Claws / Featured in Cats and Dogs / Featured in Tabby Time / Featured in Domestic and Pedigree Cats / September 09 – thank you so much to those groups! Camera Model Canon EOS 400D DIGITAL / Shooting Date/Time 2009/08/06 04:52:31 PM / Tv( Shutter Speed ) 1/60 / Av( Aperture Value ) 3.5 / ISO Speed 200
Sweetie, with one of his oldest (and most favored) toys. He’s not missing a top fang; it’s just tucked inside his upper lip…in the second following this shot all four fangs were fully-engaged but he swung his head too fast for me to focus properly. He’s still not an eager “model.” / For more of Sweetie click here! As is. / Canon Powershot IS 2S
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