Funny looking squirrel
Cheez-it had his second to last vet appointment today. Everything went well and she said that his inguinal hernia is looking like it has healed up on it's own. I was told that could happen and in his case it probably would. He got some shots (he hates them) and some new 10+ lbs advantage (which he needs). I keep finding random fleas on him once a day or so, but I have bathed him alot in the past month and I only notice a flea when he comes inside. I give him a good check-over through all his hair when I see one and clean the carpets and stuff. He has gotten so much energy in the last week, he's a maniac! His antics keep me entertained all day, and Sarah thinks his guinea-pig hair style (adult hair) coming in is all the rage in paris right now.
There are squirels outside, lots and lots of squirells, they keep to themselves but they arent to scared of the Cheez-police. They often sit there eating the whatever it is they find to eat within feet of him without budging. He is typically curious but never gets near them. Yesterday though, there was a little squirrel at the park that sparked his intrest. It was in some tall grass and he whined so loud and pulled the leash. I kept insisting he leave them alone until I heard the squirell bark. Yes thats right the thing barked then whimpered. I took Cheez-it away a little bit and tied his leash to a tree for a second so I could see what happened to this poor barking dog-squirrel in the bushes.
Here is what I found..
She spent the night eating kibble and pooping in a tupperware of sand, I figured she would be trained as she was so well mannered. I kept her away from Cheez-it and left her in the kennel with one of the dog ropes I just got from target.
I took her to the vet with Cheez-it this morning, she has a microchip and we got her vet's number in Pensacola!! This thing made quite a journey, or got lost here or dumped? She is up to date on her shots and I was told that she is very young, probably around 4-6 months. Her name is "Cola" and the owner associated with her told the vet he gave her away. I am going to put her up on craigslist and in the pet-stores and see if her new owner finds her, if not, I have no idea what I am going to do. I got some ferret food today to hold her over, she really smells funny, but not skunk-smelly. Just dirty smelling, but I am hesitant to bath her because she could be mean and still may be diseased for all I know. The vet said she is up to date and healthy just hungry. If nobody comes for her I have no clue what to do?
Anybody in Florida want a ferret?
There are squirels outside, lots and lots of squirells, they keep to themselves but they arent to scared of the Cheez-police. They often sit there eating the whatever it is they find to eat within feet of him without budging. He is typically curious but never gets near them. Yesterday though, there was a little squirrel at the park that sparked his intrest. It was in some tall grass and he whined so loud and pulled the leash. I kept insisting he leave them alone until I heard the squirell bark. Yes thats right the thing barked then whimpered. I took Cheez-it away a little bit and tied his leash to a tree for a second so I could see what happened to this poor barking dog-squirrel in the bushes.
Here is what I found..
She spent the night eating kibble and pooping in a tupperware of sand, I figured she would be trained as she was so well mannered. I kept her away from Cheez-it and left her in the kennel with one of the dog ropes I just got from target.
I took her to the vet with Cheez-it this morning, she has a microchip and we got her vet's number in Pensacola!! This thing made quite a journey, or got lost here or dumped? She is up to date on her shots and I was told that she is very young, probably around 4-6 months. Her name is "Cola" and the owner associated with her told the vet he gave her away. I am going to put her up on craigslist and in the pet-stores and see if her new owner finds her, if not, I have no idea what I am going to do. I got some ferret food today to hold her over, she really smells funny, but not skunk-smelly. Just dirty smelling, but I am hesitant to bath her because she could be mean and still may be diseased for all I know. The vet said she is up to date and healthy just hungry. If nobody comes for her I have no clue what to do?
Anybody in Florida want a ferret?
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Comment by Parker on June 8, 2008 at 6:49pm
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Crazy! I guess a ferret can get away from you like any other pet. Poor thing though, sounds like she's had a rough go! She must know a softy, animal-lover when she sees one!
Good luck with Cola! Keep us posted on what you find out on Monday!
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Comment by FuzzyButt on June 7, 2008 at 11:37pm
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Dude, free ferret!
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Comment by James on June 7, 2008 at 10:25pm
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I keep them apart, I upgraded little Cola to a rubbermaid storage bin and he does some strange maneuver that looks like stationary hopscotch. I think I know what you mean by clucking. It sounds sort of like a high-pitched cough and a snap and a clicker-trainer at the same time?
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Comment by Sam on June 7, 2008 at 9:59pm
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James google "Dookies House ferret rescue and shelter. There is a list of over 20 folks that may be able to help. I wrote to the person who I thought may have mentioned it to me. Cross your fingers as she is in Jax too.
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Comment by Arang&Mark on June 7, 2008 at 9:57pm
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lol yeah ferrets can be a little smelly. have you seem it play though? they bounce around and "cluck." i wouldnt be surprised it cheezie thought it was a chew toy
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And I will pick my brain to see if I can remember who told me that. Seems it was one of our rescue volunteers.....hmmmmm
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Thanks sam,
I did find a rescue in Miami, and they had a helpfull "how to keep a ferret alive" FAQ entitled "So you found a ferret?". So at least I know that he shouldnt be eating the dog food I gave him the first night. They also have a shelter list I found a place in Cocoa beach on. I will call them monday.
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James you do seem to have some unique adventures! This one did not fall short. Bless your heart for taking her in. Ferrets do have a musky smell. Some folks do spay/neuter them and descent them. It is pretty pricey and many folks just dont wish to spend the money. I suspect she has been well handled and would cause you little problem. They are quite rambunctious though and can be most destructive if left to run free in the home. I am sure there is a ferret rescue if you do a google search. I remember talking to someone a time ago that was involved in ferret rescue. I am sure they would be thrilled to actually get one that is friendly and vaccinated.
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I am putting ads in the petstores and the two local vets. Also will post her on CL and petfinder. The registered owner wouldnt even give a name!! I thought about the humane society, but how many people go there for ferrets? That is the last place I would look for one, and she would likely be put to death. I need to find a sort of Ferret rescue near-by.
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Comment by DR, Nala & Simon on June 7, 2008 at 5:33pm
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What about the Humane Society? Or maybe posting an ad over your vet's office, Petco, Petsmart, etc. I see that Cheez-it doesn't have a dull moment. Great story, hopefully will have a happy ending.
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