Ohhh, it's that doggone squirrel again!

Just look at her. Anybody would say that Trixie is very happy, judging by that smile she's flashing. But actually, she's mad as hell, trying to get a squirrel who's looking at her from a tree. But it's in her genes: a hunting dog that will use any opportunity to catch her prey. (She'd wish. Squirrels always manage to escape her. But she will try again, and again, and again . . .)

Frogs and toads taste nasty, Trixie

Frog poisoning? Ughhh, no for me.

Today, Trixie tried to catch a frog. She was barking at something on the back yard and I thought it was a squirrel. But it was already dark so I went outside to see what was all the fuss about and there she was, trying to trap whatever was on the grass and  maybe gulp it. I thought it was a lizard but then she started to sniff the tree where she was under. When I looked closely, it was a frog, who was fortunate enough to evade Trixie and crawl all the way to the top. And Trixie was also lucky she didn't get a bite of the frog, since frog and toad poisoning can be a serious health hazard for dogs.


Marine toads: Not only
ugly but potentially
deadly

 According to the University of Florida Wildlife Extension, all frogs and toads have skin secretions or mild toxins that taste nasty and may make dogs salivate excessively after biting or licking them. But there are some species that can be deadly, like the Marine Toad (left) which is typically only found in certain parts of North America, including the region between Arizona and California and Florida, Texas and Hawaii.

If you suspect your dog has messed up with a Marine Toad, call your vet immediately or contact  your Pet Poison Helpline for life-saving advice.

Sheeee's baaaack. . . . .!!!!

After almost six months, Trixie the beagle is back in the blogoshere. So let's go to business and give you a quick update. Health wise, Trixie has been terrific. During Winter time, she made sure to be warm and cozy with whatever blanket was in reach. I love this picture of her:                                                      

 

I like this picture's warm and subdued colors, like if she was close to a fireplace (there's none). And of course, she had her Sunday's walks around the city park. Going back home, her face said it all: she was ready for a nap:

 

 

Well, Winter ended and warmer temperatures came back to Central Florida, where we all live. Trixie is fortunate enough to live in a house with floor tiles. Those tiles feel very cool when it's getting hot, so she switched from the bed to the floor:

 

 



She wanted privacy (well, sort of, 90% of her body could still be seen). But she was happy, and that's what matters.

And Spring time means fashion times, so how's this look?:





("I wonder what these people are up to?") she seems to be thinking But, hey, she looked cute.

Well, that'll be it for now, folks. I promise to post more frequently about Trixie. And here she is to say good-bye: "Woof". That's my girl.