Tag Archives: pets

On the Shoulders of Giants Part I: Lovable Rodents

Posted on January 25, 2011 by

Caplin Rous’s passing had me looking through some old photos of my little Roborovski Hamster, Thumbelina.  I found some old video of her that I hadn’t seen in a while.  Caplin has had quite a few appearances in videos both … Continue reading →

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Beloved Capybara, Caplin Rous Remembered

Posted on January 12, 2011 by

“Fair daffodils, we weep to see / You haste away so soon: / As yet the early-rising sun / Has not attained his noon.” – Robert Herrick It’s kind of difficult to know where to begin, so I will start … Continue reading →

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I Pet a Real R.O.U.S. (Rodent of Unusual Size)

Posted on May 13, 2010 by

I recently attended the Texas Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue’s Fifth Annual Hoedown! “Why,” you ask? I recently adopted two guinea pigs, Coco and Mel, who have made me realize how great cavies (guinea pigs) are. Continue reading →

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Strictly for amusement. Animals on trampolines.

Posted on August 26, 2009 by

Some dogs, some cats, and some foxes jumping on trampolines! Continue reading →

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