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Dr.D said:
I had to go back and see what the title and OP was talking about after all that squirrel talk. The ultimate thread Jack, kudos guys.

All I have to add is, I’m sure I’ve ate nasty worse than squirrels.
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US thread jack, never............did you see that squirrel?
Back to things mechanical then

Scientists make a real-life mechanical squirrel

This one is just barely related to World of Warcraft, but it's just too good to pass up: behold, Engineers of all races. Our real-life scientists are working on your favorite companion. Animal behavior scientists at Hampshire College have created a real-life mechanical squirrel.And "Rocky," as...
www.engadget.com
 
If any gravy comes out of the back of that critter I ain’t eating it.
 
I like Rabbit but squirrel is better…… except rabbit is a lot easier to skin
 
Pete, at my age my kids don’t have squirrels for pets. They have their own kids
BTW, it’s easier to trap squirrel than hunt them. Yea I’m getting lazy
 
EasTexRIII said:
Pete, at my age my kids don’t have squirrels for pets. They have their own kids
BTW, it’s easier to trap squirrel than hunt them. Yea I’m getting lazy
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Pity your kids have grown up.
Plenty of lost opportunity for 'pet' rotation and their regular re-appearance as dinner.
The gourmand in you has lost out on Marmots, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, all rodents like squirrels or rats by another name!
 
MMMMMMnnnnnnn! FURRY FUGU!

Food for thought.

Do squirrels carry Lyme disease?
Yep.
What is main natural reservoir for Lyme disease?
White footed mice
What eats acorns and are population dependant on their abaundance besides squirrels?
White footed mice

What animals get Lyme disease?
Dogs, horses and sometimes cattle can get Lyme disease.
White-tailed deer, mice, chipmunks, gray squirrels, opossums and raccoons can also be infected.

What animal is most likely to carry leptospirosis?
Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria.
The animals that commonly develop or spread leptospirosis include:
  • Rodents.
  • Raccoons.
  • Opossums.
  • Cattle.
  • Swine.
  • Dogs.
  • Horses.
  • Buffaloes.

Now for more happy news

What Could <i>Really</i> Happen If You Eat Rodent-Infected Food?

Nothing good, that's for sure.
www.grubstreet.com
 
ArekDeBoss said:
Not much meat of the hamster haha
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That is why it is handy if the kids have lots and don't even notice a few missing at dinner time.

Guinea pigs work better and is how they became domesticated in the Andes and literally live underfoot as secure members of the household until dinner!
Heaven on a Stick!

From Pets To Plates: Why More People Are Eating Guinea Pigs

Guinea pigs are popular pets in the U.S., but in parts of South America, they're a delicacy. Some environmental and humanitarian groups are making a real push to encourage guinea pig farming as an eco-friendly alternative to beef. And the animals are also showing up in more U.S. restaurants.
www.npr.org


Guinea pig - Wikipedia

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