While I respect a pet that rushes to protect his "family" the owners ( presumed) in this case are foolhardy. EVERY time a pet engages a snake such as this the odds of dying are quite good. And the more often it happens the more likely it becomes till it becomes a virtual certainty. That is why here in the Great Basin those who own dogs that venture outdoors will frequently pay for aversion training.....so the dog will learn to avoid snakes if at all possible.
I've got a Jack Russell. He was about 2 when we got him. Not long after I walked out in the yard and found a Copper Head Moccasin laid out straight all except for a right angle bend right behind it's head. Good Dog!
Mans best friend.
ReplyDeleteWhile I respect a pet that rushes to protect his "family" the owners ( presumed) in this case are foolhardy. EVERY time a pet engages a snake such as this the odds of dying are quite good. And the more often it happens the more likely it becomes till it becomes a virtual certainty. That is why here in the Great Basin those who own dogs that venture outdoors will frequently pay for aversion training.....so the dog will learn
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I would be interested in learning more of the story.
DeleteHe's a good boy!
ReplyDeleteYes indeed!
DeleteI've got a Jack Russell. He was about 2 when we got him. Not long after I walked out in the yard and found a Copper Head Moccasin laid out straight all except for a right angle bend right behind it's head. Good Dog!
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