Got Squirrel Shots? (In memorial of Rupert)

Rupert · 05-02-2017, 06:37 PM

Franc, you are posting some really neat (and cute!) shots. Keep it up, we need all the squirrels we can get, Yours are quite different.....I like that, we like all squirrels around here!

People post landscapes, flowers, rivers and such without much notice at times, unfortunately, but every squirrel here gets special attention! It is a squirrel haven!

Regards!

Rupert · 05-03-2017, 09:50 AM - **1 Like**

This little guy just used his Amazon Prime account to order a new hacksaw......should be delivered by drone this afternoon?

Regards!

ccc_ · 05-03-2017, 12:29 PM

even if it's not here goes...

if you own animals as pets it's your obligation to control them

they have zero business roaming the neighborhood off-leash

I heard but didn't witness a cat and something in a fight a couple of hours ago

when I went to the store the young squirrel I showed you yesterday three-legged away as fast as it could
I last saw it at 1030am at which time it was ok

it has tears not punctures on its right rear thigh

if you or someone you know thinks it's OK to let your animal run free...it is not!

cats in particular kill many thousands of birds every year
it is preventable

I don't blame the animal...it is doing what animals do
I blame its person...its stupid, stupid person

photolady95 · 05-03-2017, 12:53 PM

Originally posted by ccc_

cats in particular kill many thousands of birds every year it is preventable

We have feral cats here that belong to no one and there is no controlling them as far as keeping them put up in the house. So, not to sound mean but I chase them away with a bb gun. I don't hit them, I hit something metal close to them and that scares them away.

Rupert · 05-03-2017, 02:13 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ccc_

is a mini rant ok?

Certainly is, and I agree 100%. Like Photolady, I have feral cats here and they are a problem. I too have a BB gun and use it. Won't hurt them but it stings like crazy. Sometimes they come a night and try to get the food I put out for the raccoons.....when raccoons catch them, they don't come back at all!

A Cheater Branch catastrophe

......My 83 year old yard man was weedeating in the Woods of Otis and ran into a branch with his head. Assuming it was just a dead branch ...or three...the tore them all down.

He reported to me that somebody had screwed on some dead branches......well yeah!

Anyhow, I finally got them repaired and back up, but needed a test-squirrel to make certain they were strong enough. This little Mama squirrel said she would risk it for a dozen roasted peanuts and some squirrel Comic Books for her little kids. Deal!

"It sits OK...can I go now?"

No no! You need to get out there and put some weight on them!

"Like this?"

Yep, that was good enough! Now go to the other side and test the sap spout branch.

"Oh yeah! It is more comfortable than ever! I'm gonna take a nap and dream of sap flowing again!

"

Otis came along to congratulate her...and see if she would share those peanuts she got!

"Wasn't she great folks.....and so brave!"

So we're back in the Cheater Branch business around here! Yipee!

Regards!

MarkJerling · 05-03-2017, 02:36 PM

Our cats are much to fat and lazy to chase anything. Occasionally, they get lucky and bring in a mouse, but that's pretty much it.

ccc_ · 05-03-2017, 03:29 PM

this cat isn't feral but it is a magnificent hunter
our last feral cat didn't make it through the winter

right now, i'm too angry too approach to its owners without issue...so i'll wait

Bamtax · 05-03-2017, 04:04 PM

Originally posted by Rupert

Certainly is, and I agree 100%. Like Photolady, I have feral cats here and they are a problem. I too have a BB gun and use it. Won't hurt them but it stings like crazy. Sometimes they come a night and try to get the food I put out for the raccoons.....when raccoons catch them, they don't come back at all!

A Cheater Branch catastrophe

......My 83 year old yard man was weedeating in the Woods of Otis and ran into a branch with his head. Assuming it was just a dead branch ...or three...the tore them all down.

He reported to me that somebody had screwed on some dead branches......well yeah!

Anyhow, I finally got them repaired and back up, but needed a test-squirrel to make certain they were strong enough. This little Mama squirrel said she would risk it for a dozen roasted peanuts and some squirrel Comic Books for her little kids. Deal!

"It sits OK...can I go now?"

No no! You need to get out there and put some weight on them!

"Like this?"

Yep, that was good enough! Now go to the other side and test the sap spout branch.

"Oh yeah! It is more comfortable than ever! I'm gonna take a nap and dream of sap flowing again!

"

Otis came along to congratulate her...and see if she would share those peanuts she got!

"Wasn't she great folks.....and so brave!"

So we're back in the Cheater Branch business around here! Yipee!

Regards!

Actually, Rupert, these branches are a bit of an upgrade. Less of the screw showing. Anyway, good on all of ya, I really enjoy this thread.

Rupert · 05-03-2017, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by Bamtax

Actually, Rupert, these branches are a bit of an upgrade. Less of the screw showing. Anyway, good on all of ya, I really enjoy this thread.

Yes, the squirrels wanted the screws covered, they said it looked "amateurish" with them showing.

Glad to hear that you enjoy the thread. It is maybe a little silly at times, but hey, it is fun and squirrels are fun critters...that part is no joke to anyone that is familiar with them.

Best Regards!

ccc_ · 05-04-2017, 06:10 AM - **1 Like**

but those jays are just plain mean!

breakfast out of the line of fire

Rupert · 05-04-2017, 07:32 AM

Originally posted by ccc_

breakfast out of the line of fire

He really needed that....looks like he was about to "waste away" without nourishment!

I'm on a diet and it is difficult. Mrs Rupert advised me that before every bite look down at my belly.......actually, that is working pretty well!

Regards!

Franc · 05-04-2017, 08:31 AM - **1 Like**

1. screws? who need screws! :-)

Rupert · 05-04-2017, 09:11 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Franc

1. screws? who need screws! :-)

Otis wants to grow his ear hair like that.......any advice on how that is done? He asked me to get him a can of "Rogaine for Ears".

They love to bring their peanuts to eat on the Cheater Branches! Notice he keeps his eye on that sap spout...just in case it starts flowing!

Regards!

**babywriter** · 05-04-2017, 10:54 AM - **1 Like**

Okay, I have a squirrel shot. Squirrels from Des Moines, IA, USA send their regards.

Rupert · 05-04-2017, 11:44 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by babywriter

Okay, I have a squirrel shot. Squirrels from Des Moines, IA, USA send their regards.

What a handsome little guy he is too...and a nice shot of him!

Wish we had walnuts here, but they are very few in this area. We do have lots of Pecan trees.....squirrels love them. Come back often and post more squirrels, they are always welcome in this thread....you too!

Regards!

Another good treat on a hot day is apple slices. Here we have "Apple Fridays"......always a popular day!

05-03-2017, 12:29 PM	#1518
ccc_ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,400	is a mini rant ok? even if it's not here goes... if you own animals as pets it's your obligation to control them they have zero business roaming the neighborhood off-leash I heard but didn't witness a cat and something in a fight a couple of hours ago when I went to the store the young squirrel I showed you yesterday three-legged away as fast as it could I last saw it at 1030am at which time it was ok it has tears not punctures on its right rear thigh if you or someone you know thinks it's OK to let your animal run free...it is not! cats in particular kill many thousands of birds every year it is preventable I don't blame the animal...it is doing what animals do I blame its person...its stupid, stupid person

05-03-2017, 02:13 PM - 1 Like	#1520
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	Originally posted by ccc_ is a mini rant ok? Certainly is, and I agree 100%. Like Photolady, I have feral cats here and they are a problem. I too have a BB gun and use it. Won't hurt them but it stings like crazy. Sometimes they come a night and try to get the food I put out for the raccoons.....when raccoons catch them, they don't come back at all! A Cheater Branch catastrophe......My 83 year old yard man was weedeating in the Woods of Otis and ran into a branch with his head. Assuming it was just a dead branch ...or three...the tore them all down. He reported to me that somebody had screwed on some dead branches......well yeah! Anyhow, I finally got them repaired and back up, but needed a test-squirrel to make certain they were strong enough. This little Mama squirrel said she would risk it for a dozen roasted peanuts and some squirrel Comic Books for her little kids. Deal! "It sits OK...can I go now?" No no! You need to get out there and put some weight on them! "Like this?" Yep, that was good enough! Now go to the other side and test the sap spout branch. "Oh yeah! It is more comfortable than ever! I'm gonna take a nap and dream of sap flowing again!" Otis came along to congratulate her...and see if she would share those peanuts she got! "Wasn't she great folks.....and so brave!" So we're back in the Cheater Branch business around here! Yipee! Regards!

05-03-2017, 04:04 PM	#1523
Bamtax Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 76	Originally posted by Rupert Certainly is, and I agree 100%. Like Photolady, I have feral cats here and they are a problem. I too have a BB gun and use it. Won't hurt them but it stings like crazy. Sometimes they come a night and try to get the food I put out for the raccoons.....when raccoons catch them, they don't come back at all! A Cheater Branch catastrophe......My 83 year old yard man was weedeating in the Woods of Otis and ran into a branch with his head. Assuming it was just a dead branch ...or three...the tore them all down. He reported to me that somebody had screwed on some dead branches......well yeah! Anyhow, I finally got them repaired and back up, but needed a test-squirrel to make certain they were strong enough. This little Mama squirrel said she would risk it for a dozen roasted peanuts and some squirrel Comic Books for her little kids. Deal! "It sits OK...can I go now?" No no! You need to get out there and put some weight on them! "Like this?" Yep, that was good enough! Now go to the other side and test the sap spout branch. "Oh yeah! It is more comfortable than ever! I'm gonna take a nap and dream of sap flowing again!" Otis came along to congratulate her...and see if she would share those peanuts she got! "Wasn't she great folks.....and so brave!" So we're back in the Cheater Branch business around here! Yipee! Regards! Actually, Rupert, these branches are a bit of an upgrade. Less of the screw showing. Anyway, good on all of ya, I really enjoy this thread. Last edited by Bamtax; 05-03-2017 at 04:04 PM. Reason: Spelling

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05-02-2017, 06:37 PM	#1516
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	Franc, you are posting some really neat (and cute!) shots. Keep it up, we need all the squirrels we can get, Yours are quite different.....I like that, we like all squirrels around here! People post landscapes, flowers, rivers and such without much notice at times, unfortunately, but every squirrel here gets special attention! It is a squirrel haven! Regards!

05-03-2017, 09:50 AM - 1 Like	#1517
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	This little guy just used his Amazon Prime account to order a new hacksaw......should be delivered by drone this afternoon? Regards!

05-03-2017, 12:53 PM	#1519
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Originally posted by ccc_ cats in particular kill many thousands of birds every year it is preventable We have feral cats here that belong to no one and there is no controlling them as far as keeping them put up in the house. So, not to sound mean but I chase them away with a bb gun. I don't hit them, I hit something metal close to them and that scares them away.

05-03-2017, 02:36 PM	#1521
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Our cats are much to fat and lazy to chase anything. Occasionally, they get lucky and bring in a mouse, but that's pretty much it.

05-03-2017, 03:29 PM	#1522
ccc_ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,400	this cat isn't feral but it is a magnificent hunter our last feral cat didn't make it through the winter right now, i'm too angry too approach to its owners without issue...so i'll wait

05-03-2017, 05:46 PM	#1524
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	Originally posted by Bamtax Actually, Rupert, these branches are a bit of an upgrade. Less of the screw showing. Anyway, good on all of ya, I really enjoy this thread. Yes, the squirrels wanted the screws covered, they said it looked "amateurish" with them showing. Glad to hear that you enjoy the thread. It is maybe a little silly at times, but hey, it is fun and squirrels are fun critters...that part is no joke to anyone that is familiar with them. Best Regards!

05-04-2017, 07:32 AM	#1526
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	Originally posted by ccc_ breakfast out of the line of fire He really needed that....looks like he was about to "waste away" without nourishment! I'm on a diet and it is difficult. Mrs Rupert advised me that before every bite look down at my belly.......actually, that is working pretty well! Regards!

05-04-2017, 08:31 AM - 1 Like	#1527
Franc Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Hoevelaken Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,212	1. screws? who need screws! :-)

05-04-2017, 09:11 AM - 1 Like	#1528
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	Originally posted by Franc 1. screws? who need screws! :-) Otis wants to grow his ear hair like that.......any advice on how that is done? He asked me to get him a can of "Rogaine for Ears". They love to bring their peanuts to eat on the Cheater Branches! Notice he keeps his eye on that sap spout...just in case it starts flowing! Regards!

05-04-2017, 10:54 AM - 1 Like	#1529
babywriter Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: central Iowa Photos: Gallery Posts: 969	Okay, I have a squirrel shot. Squirrels from Des Moines, IA, USA send their regards.

05-04-2017, 11:44 AM - 3 Likes	#1530
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123 Original Poster	Originally posted by babywriter Okay, I have a squirrel shot. Squirrels from Des Moines, IA, USA send their regards. What a handsome little guy he is too...and a nice shot of him! Wish we had walnuts here, but they are very few in this area. We do have lots of Pecan trees.....squirrels love them. Come back often and post more squirrels, they are always welcome in this thread....you too! Regards! Another good treat on a hot day is apple slices. Here we have "Apple Fridays"......always a popular day!