Jarvi

It gave credence to the picture of Jarvi sitting out in the yard by himself; he was listening to what the birds were saying.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

While a part of this team, Jarvi had been known to stop the team or refuse to start after a rest.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

Jarvi pictured himself going with me on consultations, saying that he could help the more disturbed animals in ways that I could not, and that he could do so while remaining in the car.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

Jarvi: Well, it is the birds, just like the cat said.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

When I finally sat down with Jarvi to discuss, as requested by Penelope, Archer (cat) immediately joined Jarvi and me on the couch (a very unusual behavior for Archer) and snuggled in so tight that Jarvi was uncomfortable but tolerating it all.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

Jarvi: You said maybe you would ask me some new questions and that maybe I could tell you how to get to a new level.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

I mentioned this to Jarvi one day as we were out walking.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

Jarvi was very excited about this new turn of events, but I delayed for two days.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

In retrospect, it was a bit ridiculous for me to tell Jarvi that a dog was telepathic, but at the time, receiving unsolicited comments was still a new and thrilling experience.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009

Penelope said Jarvi was an extremely gentle, compassionate being and was apparently somewhat surprised to learn that he was male.

When Animals Speak Penelope Smith 2009