Animals breathe grace into our lives. They connect us to our spirits. With inner peace, world peace is possible. -- Lori A. Cheung
Founder of Pets for World Peace and thePetPhotographer.com
We are proud to announce that we created the Pets for World Peace Foundation!
Pets for World Peace is a non-profit foundation that celebrates the unconditional love between people and animals. We are committed to securing loving homes for animals and providing education and veterinary care internationally. We award grants to non-profits such as the Humane Society that are successfully fulfilling our goals.
Pets for World Peace is supported by the sales of premier, award-winning eco-friendly pet products, and the generosity of volunteers and sponsors. We are creating a “United Nations of Pets” and have pet Ambassadors in the US, the UK, Asia, Africa, and beyond to inspire peace. Our social media campaign is a tribute to the gift of joy that the animals give.
I created thePetPhotographer.com almost a decade ago and have had the honor of photographing people around the world with their beloved animal companions. A philosopher said a “picture is worth a thousand words” – Love, is one of those words.
Fetch us! We are looking for PURRfect partners, if you are the following, please contact us today to see how we can help you:
· Non-profit foundations whose mission is to support animal welfare, provide humane education, or provide veterinary care.
· Sponsors, donors, and volunteers
We offer you global media exposure and are delighted to speak with you about our special treat program and alliances with Hollywood celebrities and their pets.
· Premier, eco-friendly pet products for us to market to support our animal welfare and peace initiatives.
· Dogs, cats, bunnies, horses, and other animals who inspire love, peace and joy. Please have your human contact us to nominate you as a Pets for World Peace Ambassador.
Watching dogs and cats nap is one of life's greatest joys.
Perhaps it's because they look completely at peace, with themselves and with the outer world. When I gaze at my dog, Flash, napping, I feel at peace.
A few weeks ago, I had the honor of being with The Dalai Lama for a couple of days. There are no words to describe the feeling of being with The Dalai Lama. The joy and playfulness that he radiates inspires my life's work.
The Dalai Lama said, "Take care of the earth, it is your only home...be kind to one another and don't kill things." He said that if one could not carry out all the requests, then to do some of them.
The Dalai Lama embodies wisdom. He does not need to talk a lot to express.
Our animals communicate to us without words...we understand them clearly and powerfully -- they're all about love.
Wishing you oceans of peace, Lori and Flash, the chiweenie (chihuahua-dachshund)
After Flash mindfully crunched his kibble, he whispered to me that he's been contemplating what to blog about.
Flash said that helping a person smile makes a difference...
Flash said he would love for us to inspire the world. Please note: although Flash is 6 lbs., 8 oz., and shorter in length than a laptop, Flash thinks BIG.
I promised Flash that I was committed to inspire the world with him.
One of my earliest memories is of my mom saying "Jing Ding" every time something great happened, a synchronistic event...
"Jing Ding" in Chinese means Destiny.
Here's our first blog about synchronicity, when magic happens...
I recently attended the CEO Space Forum, which I highly recommend (feel free to call me and I'll share how it benefits businesses).
I had the honor of photographing Bob Proctor, Founder and Chairman of LifeSuccess Productions. Bob is one of the teachers in the movie, The Secret. The Secret is about the Law of Attraction, which was celebrated on Oprah.
While enjoying dinner with Bob, I introduced myself to the smiling woman, Felicia, sitting next to me.
Felicia said I looked familiar and asked if I was on a YouTube video. She doesn't recall how she unexpectedly came across the video...
I replied yes, that Katie, from Entrepreneur Goddess, interviewed me to inspire people to pursue their passion.
Felicia said that her friend Jerry, a pro photographer in NY, was depressed and despondent because the economy hit his business hard.
Felicia called Jerry and recommended that he watch the video. Jerry watched the video...
Felicia happily reports that Jerry now has more business than he can handle.
Jerry is smiling again.
p.s. I love you Mom, thank you for encouraging me to search for "Jing Ding" events.
Thank you to the Foundation for Spiritual Development for attracting Kate. Thank you Kate for introducing me to Stan, thank you Stan for introducing me to Jana, thank you Jana for introducing me to Genevieve, thank you Genevieve for introducing me to Clinton, thank you Clinton for introducing me to Tracy, thank you Tracy for introducing me to Katie.
Katie, thank you for the interview. I had no idea we made a difference in someone's life.
Thank you YouTube for providing a medium for us to share.
CEO Space, thank you for attracting Felicia.
Felicia, thank you for proving that we inspire and touch each other in mysterious ways. Also, I am thrilled to collaborate with you on the freshwater project for Africa.
Thank you Jerry. My belief in Destiny is stronger than ever.
Flash of Insight: We never know who we're inspiring. Just being who we are, we will contribute to lives in ways we cannot imagine. What we focus on expands, let's search for the "Jing Ding" moments.
I am contemplating as I take my morning nap, my afternoon nap, and my evening nap, after I play with my Wubba (my Kong toy).
If you have a story, poem, video, or art to share about your dog, cat, and more, call us at 510.559.8119 or email us. We would love to include your adorable family member in our books and fun projects. Your submission grants us permission to publish them. We will happily notify you if you're published.
Wishing you joy & wags!
Flash, the chiweenie (chihuahua-dachshund)
My First Day At the Beach
I am Flash, the chiweenie!
I am CEO (Chief Exuberant Officer) of thePetPhotographer.com.
Today is my First Day at the Beach.
I've never felt the cold, crunchy sand, or the sea salty air fill my body.
I feel so Alive.
The breeze makes my ears sail like kites.
I fly!
I am 8 inches tall but I am powerful and grand, like a Great Dane.
Today is the beginning of a new day.
In this Moment, all I see is Joy.
I call this my "Escape From Alcatraz" portrait.
My name is Flash, not just a camera part but so much more...
