Every farm needs a "hound dog" and what a more perfect one for Laughing Fox Farm than an American Crossbred Foxhound? Her name is Duchess and she must think that she really is one, because the entire time that she lived in the hunting kennels, she wouldn't stop talking! I think she was saying, "I am royalty, and hunting is not in my blue blood!" Needless to say she didn't make the hunting cut and was "drafted" out to Andy and me. She fits right in with Gracie and usually with our Alpha, Emma. She is sweet, shy as becomes her breed, but is integrating herself just fine. I hope that she will have a long and happy life with us!
An update: Duchess was spayed Monday and is doing very well so far. I am keeping close tabs on her and not allowing her to "run" with Gracie and Emma for a few more days until her wound is well healed. Gracie goes to he surgeon next (don't tell her, but because she's a party girl it's for her own good...and mine):)!
Well, it has been both a sad and a very happy week. From the farm,Duchess went out to hunt with our other canines, Emma and Gracie, but did not return when they did on Monday evening. Andy and I were devastated. But there is a great end to the story. I notified all of the neighbours that I could, and got a call from Byrd Cain today saying that Alan Lancaster discovered her in his back yard this morning. Lorie, is sweet wife fed her and kept her safe until Andy and I could pick her up this afternoon. Other than being very thin and having a few ticks, she is unscathed. A BIG THANK YOU to the Williamsport Pet Pipeline and everyone who had a hand in rescuing Duchess. Of note, when we headed toward the truck to leave today, Duchess was the first one in! Again, thank you everyone!!!!!!
