I'd like to introduce you to my little buddy, 'Outback Jack'. He got his name because he lives outback, behind the cottage. :o) I have been feeding Jack peanuts all summer, and unlike Tim, the timid chipmunk (naming these little guys is a little obvious LOL), Jack has become very comfortable about sitting on my lap and visiting. He allows me to stroke him while he takes peanuts from my hand, and sometimes he lingers and just enjoys the attention.
Yesterday while sitting out on the deck Jack, came for a visit. Unfortunately, I had no peanuts left, but I did have my iPhone so while Jack enjoyed a back rub, I decided to catch the moment on film.
I hope you enjoy this short video clip of Jack getting his back rub!
I have never heard of a pet squirrel.What a precious addition to the family...and the video is just too cute. I have always had a place in my heart for these little guys and will cut my steering wheel to not hit one on the road. genie
ReplyDeleteThanks Genie. He's actually a chipmunk. They're smaller than squirrels and seem to be a lot more friendly! My dog has accepted him and doesn't bother with him although she still chases the red squirrels. I'm not sure how she knows the difference. It seems she knows that the little guys with stripes are off limits since they're my friends.
DeleteGreat close up!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteThanks Gary. I hope you enjoyed the video too.
Deleteoh my goodness!!! What a unique blessing.. he sits and lets you pet him?? Too cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lisa. He's a fun little 'pet'.
DeleteWhat an adorable little guy! The video is amazing. I can't even get my cat to sit on my lap.
ReplyDeleteIronically Pat, I can't get my cat to sit on my lap either.
DeleteJust adorable!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Robbie.
DeleteThat is amazing. We don't have chipmunks in the wild in the UK but big old squirrels. They are no where near as cute as this little buy.
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Thanks Molly. Chipmunks are so much cuter than squirrels. They've got great little personalities.
DeleteThis is too sweet! I had no idea that a chipmunk would be so comfortable with a human!
ReplyDeleteI really think this little guy is an exception. There are others I can hand feed but he's the only one that will lay down for a back rub.
DeleteHow precious, and to think he just get's up on your lap even when peanuts are not available.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tami. Glad you dropped by.
DeleteLinda it's so beautiful ... is it a chipmunk?? I watched the video but the photo is so precious. I could see it blown up on a canvas and looking super. Will it come by you if you have visitors or has it just gotten used to you. Food talks all languages doesn't it?!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carole. Yes, he's a chipmunk and he doesn't mind if we have company. He's really quite a character!
DeleteThat picture is awesome! He looks like he has a spunky attitude :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! He's a lot of fun.
DeleteAwesome photo of the chipmunk! He seems enjoying having a back rub!
ReplyDeleteThank you Nina. Jack's not your average chipmunk! I'm really enjoying him.
DeleteI love my chipmunk but he won't let me give him a backrub. Great post1
ReplyDeleteThanks. I think Jack may be one of a kind. :o)
DeleteHow cute! I can't believe he has become so friendly and unafraid.
ReplyDeleteYes, he's quite the funny character! Thanks for your visit.
DeleteHoly cuteness, batman!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tamar. Your expression gives me a smile and reminds me of my childhood! Jack certainly is a funny little pet.
DeleteThat is the cutest thing...ever!
ReplyDeleteThanks Emily. Jack sure is adorable!
DeleteToo cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kathy.
DeleteThis is awesome!!!!! Great shot. Thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jennifer. He's pretty adorable isn't he!
DeleteThat is wonderful!! I wish I had a pet squirrel ;) Thank you so much for linking up with Love Bug's Photo Show Off! I hope you link again this week!
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Amy
Thanks Amy. I'm certainly enjoying this silly little chipmunk!
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