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Post by Goldbrick on Jul 29, 2021 22:27:11 GMT -5
It's been a rough week for the wild life around here...on Monday one of the dog killed a baby squirrel, but nobody took credit for it. On Wednesday the pitt-bull smuggled a dead baby rabbit into the house and laid it on the great-room floor, and before I could dispose of it ,Buster ,the blind beagle, laid yet another baby rabbit ,on the deck in front of the door.
Last but not least, today the shiba-inu cornered a big black snake. The snake was hiding in the cool shade under the deck ,and likely wondering what happened to all the tiny animals he used to feed on...
I had a devil of a time getting the pups back in the house ,so the poor snake could get away. I hate snakes ,but I'd rather let them run off that to kill em.
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Post by urbino on Jul 29, 2021 23:07:51 GMT -5
Snakes are useful to have around, as long as they aren't dangerous.
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Post by trailboss on Jul 31, 2021 19:26:45 GMT -5
A tip about dogs… if you ever have to give them a pill, the cheap chicken franks work well as a pill pocket when you press the pill into a section. Cheaper than the semi-dry ones from the pet store… but watch the dog, some are crafty at feeling the pill and spitting it out.
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Post by Ronv69 on Jul 31, 2021 19:30:57 GMT -5
A tip about dogs… if you ever have to give them a pill, the cheap chicken franks work well as a pill pocket when you press the pill into a section. Cheaper than the semi-dry ones from the pet store… but watch the dog, some are crafty at feeling the pill and spitting it out. Our little dog scares us. If we give her anything like that she swallows it whole. We're afraid she's going to choke on it. a ball of mild Cheddar works for her. |
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Post by trailboss on Jul 31, 2021 19:33:37 GMT -5
It's been a rough week for the wild life around here...on Monday one of the dog killed a baby squirrel, but nobody took credit for it. On Wednesday the pitt-bull smuggled a dead baby rabbit into the house and laid it on the great-room floor, and before I could dispose of it ,Buster ,the blind beagle, laid yet another baby rabbit ,on the deck in front of the door. Last but not least, today the shiba-inu cornered a big black snake. The snake was hiding in the cool shade under the deck ,and likely wondering what happened to all the tiny animals he used to feed on... I had a devil of a time getting the pups back in the house ,so the poor snake could get away. I hate snakes ,but I'd rather let them run off that to kill em. My golden lab had a hatred of cats. When they teased her dancing on top of the redwood fence when I lived in California, she had a solution. She would throw her front paws on the fence and the cat would fall into her jaws, a snap of the neck and it was off to happy acres for the feline. In the human world, Roxie would have had 4 death row sentences. She attacked a skunk in the back yard, she survived well but pranced in the house with the conical neck collar dripping skunk juice in the house. ( she was wearing the collar because of an eye infection). |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Jul 31, 2021 20:55:50 GMT -5
Sent this message to a friend...and will mention this to all dog owners:
While I know you aren't in Colorado...with the heat and other factors and the fact that the "kids" run and chase critters...just wanted to let you know about this issue.
"laboratory confirmed reports of plague in animals and fleas in six counties," including La Plata, where testing has confirmed the presence of plague in a sample of fleas collected there.
"If you notice decreased rodent activity in an area where you normally see active rodents, contact your local public health agency," the CDPHE said.
Pets can also be infected, and CDPHE advised residents to use flea control products.
Additionally be aware of the dogs getting a rodent..possible “hanta” virus from the rodent.
Love your doggies like I do and take care of their environment so that they don’t get something and possibly pass it on to you.
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Post by Plainsman on Aug 12, 2021 9:35:38 GMT -5
This morning Eli found a dead soldier next to the kitchen trash awaiting transport to the outside receptacle. He started playing with it and I told him “No! Leave it!!” He dropped it on the floor near the stove and then stood about 10’ away and just stared at it, tail wagging. He loves these things and I will sometimes let him have one outside. But he looked so pathetic and so full of longing that I finally told him could have it. Joy! I checked that the cap was screwed on very tight, but in about five minutes he had it off, so I confiscated it and threw it away— an unrecognizable lump of utterly destroyed plastic. He is now happily working away at further destruction, while I watch to be sure he doesn’t generate swallowable chunks.  host image |
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 12, 2021 9:42:56 GMT -5
This morning Eli found a dead soldier next to the kitchen trash awaiting transport to the outside receptacle. He started playing with it and I told him “No! Leave it!!” He dropped it on the floor near the stove and then stood about 10’ away and just stared at it, tail wagging. He loves these things and I will sometimes let him have one outside. But he looked so pathetic and so full of longing that I finally told him could have it. Joy! I checked that the cap was screwed on very tight, but in about five minutes he had it off, so I confiscated it and threw it away— an unrecognizable lump of utterly destroyed plastic. He is now happily working away at further destruction, while I watch to be sure he doesn’t generate swallowable chunks. host imageI hope he's not developing a problem. Watch him in case you have to do an intervention. 😁🤠 |
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Post by Plainsman on Aug 12, 2021 9:49:18 GMT -5
I limit him to one toddy a day. No exceptions!
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Post by roadsdiverged on Aug 15, 2021 20:25:39 GMT -5
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 15, 2021 20:44:48 GMT -5
WOW..Pup has really grown up! So glad you have your "sidekick" with you. Give that baby a hug from me.
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Post by urbino on Aug 16, 2021 0:26:25 GMT -5
That is a fine looking pup. Who seems to be expecting a treat. See that s/he gets one. |
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Post by oldcajun123 on Aug 16, 2021 7:16:26 GMT -5
 Josh I can see his love for you, wonderful picture!
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Post by roadsdiverged on Aug 16, 2021 7:55:19 GMT -5
That pic is a few weeks old. Shes came a long way from under 2 lbs. She's now 7 months old and 41 lbs.
She's a good one 😁
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Post by oldcajun123 on Aug 16, 2021 10:03:45 GMT -5
Early morning Buddy waiting on deck crew, younger brother saves him some bacon from his sandwich. 
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 16, 2021 10:56:43 GMT -5
Buddy is looking like he would like a burger...with bacon, of course.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 16, 2021 10:58:19 GMT -5
That pic is a few weeks old. Shes came a long way from under 2 lbs. She's now 7 months old and 41 lbs. She's a good one 😁 She will be your best bet for female companionship...won't lie to you or run around on ya, either (most likely unless you approve). |
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Post by Plainsman on Aug 30, 2021 17:01:45 GMT -5
Such innocence. Such purity. Such fraud.  |
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Post by oldcajun123 on Aug 30, 2021 17:18:54 GMT -5
Mischievous!
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Post by roadsdiverged on Aug 30, 2021 21:22:01 GMT -5
On the way to pick up pup #2. Shes a pit/boxer & English bulldog mix.
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 30, 2021 21:41:33 GMT -5
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Post by urbino on Aug 30, 2021 22:06:40 GMT -5
Such innocence. Such purity. Such fraud. Awesome. Eli is all, "Whattaya dooin?? Whattaya dooin??" Jack is all, "Wake me up in time to eat." |
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Post by Plainsman on Aug 31, 2021 7:46:22 GMT -5
Urb nails it.
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Post by roadsdiverged on Aug 31, 2021 14:13:13 GMT -5
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 31, 2021 15:33:35 GMT -5
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Post by Gypo on Aug 31, 2021 15:50:22 GMT -5
Looks like all the dogs that are in the pictures are well cared for.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 31, 2021 15:56:30 GMT -5
Very cute pup! Glad you got your girl a good friend....also happy that you are finally in an environment where you can have peace of mind and happiness...finally! You deserve it! Cooked a couple steaks this evening...pup of course got her steak...medium, please.  Picture of happiness and joy...and a full belly...full with steak!! |
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 31, 2021 16:58:27 GMT -5
Looks like all the dogs that are in the pictures are well cared for. I should be so lucky! 😁 |
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 31, 2021 19:59:05 GMT -5
Looks like all the dogs that are in the pictures are well cared for. I should be so lucky! 😁 Yeah, Lacy doesn't look like she has missed any meals...they are all spoiled rotten by us. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 31, 2021 20:01:43 GMT -5
Yeah, Lacy doesn't look like she has missed any meals...they are all spoiled rotten by us. She's on a diet too! |
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Josh I can see his love for you, wonderful picture!
