Dog Gate

Now for the dogs. We've had so many stray dogs living in the bushes behind one of the places where I work. It's so sad. Then one of them had a litter and that prompted coyotes skulking around and all the dogs barking all night. Not good for the inn business, especially when there is a "Silent Retreat" going on! Tell that to the dogs. Finally had to call animal control, and with their live traps were able to catch all but one of the core group of dogs, including the 5 just-born pups. These were all transported to the Shelter and they will hopefully find homes. The last remaining dog, a very pretty brown female, is very wary of the traps. We've tried to entice her with chicken, bones, etc but no go. Want to rescue her before the Big Cold Winter comes in. An animal rescue group has said they will help us tomorrow, so keeping my fingers crossed. I will keep my wild Irish temper in check here, for now....I just wish I could take all those jerks who mistreat, abuse or neglect animals and.......

On a more encouraging note, some of us Shelter volunteers have been going to pre-schools and grade schools and talking to the kids about pet care. The kids are adorable and have asked some pretty intelligent questions.