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Dogs, Cats & Ground Squirrel Hunting

Looking for the perfect gift to show your love on Valentine's Day? 

This kind of sweetie isn't impressed with a sappy heart-shaped card and flowers. They also, absolutely adore you, love to cuddle and are always happy to see you. 

You know what they want - your undivided attention. There's also nothing like a new squeak toy, rawhide bone or fresh catnip to say I love you!

Rat Terrier with toy squirrel. No poisons. Keep dogs safe.


One of the super cool things about your relationship with these furry loved ones, is that they enjoy surprising you with gifts - and it doesn't even have to be your birthday or Valentine's Day! They see you tripping in those ground squirrel holes and struggling to catch those destructive burrowing rodents. They want to please you, so you may find a ground squirrel or two at your door step.

 Below is a surprise that we received on Ground Hog's Day. What does it mean when the  ground hog can't see its shadow, because it's dead?!! Oh, this isn't a ground hog, it's a ground squirrel. Not sure what that means, but the dogs look pleased.
Dog catches ground squirrel. No poison.


Below is a ground squirrel that Jake gave us as a gift. He was so proud to pose for a photo with it. After the picture, the ground squirrel ran off....so much for the gift.


Great Pyrenees catches California Ground Squirrel

Do you have dogs or cats that bring you ground squirrels? If you do, be extra cautious if you are using more than your dogs or cats for ground squirrel control. Your loyal dog or fluffy cat can get extremely ill or die from eating a poisoned squirrel. They can also be injured by traps. 

 To learn about effective ways to control ground squirrels or prairie dogs - without having to worry about your dog or cat's safety, call or email me.

 Lisa
(925) 634-9204

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