Dojo Cat

Creator: Ray Snyder
Age rating: Everyone
A kittens family is killed but she survives and is rescued by sensei. Raised in his dojo, japanese garden, and home. Interacts with students. She grows up and secretly practices karate at night, discovers good and evil, has an unusual ally, and discovers unknown abilities.
Project collaboration: Open
Synopsis: The story of a small-frightened kitten rescued by “Sensei” (Teacher) from certain death at the jaws of a dog who killed her mother and littermates. She's protected by, provided for, and raised by her new master. Presented is her life in the “Dojo” (Training Hall), Japanese garden, and the big world that surrounds it. Her perspective is seen as she learns the meaning of life. As she grows up she learns from Sensei, the Karataka (students), and a wise old KOI (named Kanku-Dai who lives in Sensei’s pond). She learns the essence of martial arts (MA), discovers her feline sixth sense, compassionately consoles troubled children, learns there is a “ Maker of All Things” and has adventures. Ultimately 'Bonsai' faces her greatest fear in life but triumphs with honor and dignity.

Intended to be more than a fantasy story. Targeted for young children and adults. Written for animal lovers and those who have (or think they may have) an interest in MA. Designed to entertain and provide an insight into MA by going deeper into the subject. It's about one’s personal self-defense, honor, and respect. It's about choosing when to fight and when not to fight. It's about the uniqueness and importance of existence.

I hope you will enjoy it!

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