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TMMR · 10-24-2009, 10:35 AM

are ya home -- I has something for ya.

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by TMMR

are ya home -- I has something for ya.

Nope, doing the work thing.

Wad ya gots????

TMMR · 10-24-2009, 10:41 AM

tis a surprise...................

will get it to you soon.

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 10:43 AM

Originally Posted by TMMR

tis a surprise...................

will get it to you soon.

OHHHH, I like suurprises, cept those that sneak up on me and make me jump, I don't like those!

Shrek X · 10-24-2009, 10:45 AM

I am kinda surprised you didnt take the obvious answer. Having a buddy's dog over a day or two will keep the cats away... the smell of the dog usually is a strong deterrent. If they start to come back, have the dog over again for a day.

coastiepete · 10-24-2009, 11:22 AM

Originally Posted by Shrek X

I am kinda surprised you didnt take the obvious answer. Having a buddy's dog over a day or two will keep the cats away... the smell of the dog usually is a strong deterrent. If they start to come back, have the dog over again for a day.

Yup. Jaguar is ALWAYS available to chase. and he LOVES chasing cats. He struggles a little with cornering, but his acceleration and straight line speed is amazing!

By the way, this is an awesome thread. WAY too entertaining. The bleeding heart liberals around here never fail to amaze. if you can't take proper care of a pet, don't f'ing get one! And certainly don't get upset with a person's attempts at conserving his/her own f#@king property! A wild cat is the same as a gopher, squirrel, possum, etc. And they deserve the same HUMANE treatment as those critters. I applaud you for doing what you need to do to conserve your property humanely.

Also, what else do wild animals do? SPREAD DISEASE! Does anybody actually think that the "owners" of these cats care enough to take them to the damn vet? Ummmmm......me thinks not.

Good luck Gus, keep the trapped cat pics coming

Guff · 10-24-2009, 01:16 PM

Out of curiousity, how are these cats getting into your home? If you're waking up and finding them laying about inside your house it sounds like you need to either close your doors/windows (or have screens on them) or check the walls/attic to make sure they're secure.

Good read though and I'm glad you're taking the more humane route by trapping and giving them to the humane society.

If there is a crazy cat person on your street you should contact animal control and see if they can fine her/him for animal abuse (neglect). That might help in training the people of the neighborhood.

-Guff

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 03:38 PM

Originally Posted by Shrek X

I am kinda surprised you didnt take the obvious answer. Having a buddy's dog over a day or two will keep the cats away... the smell of the dog usually is a strong deterrent. If they start to come back, have the dog over again for a day.

I don't want a dog here either. No pets at all would be just about perfect.

I am actually having fun and it is kinda like hunting, learning a skill and bagging the prey.

Originally Posted by coastiepete

Yup. Jaguar is ALWAYS available to chase. and he LOVES chasing cats. He struggles a little with cornering, but his acceleration and straight line speed is amazing!

By the way, this is an awesome thread. WAY too entertaining. The bleeding heart liberals around here never fail to amaze. if you can't take proper care of a pet, don't f'ing get one! And certainly don't get upset with a person's attempts at conserving his/her own f#@king property! A wild cat is the same as a gopher, squirrel, possum, etc. And they deserve the same HUMANE treatment as those critters. I applaud you for doing what you need to do to conserve your property humanely.

Also, what else do wild animals do? SPREAD DISEASE! Does anybody actually think that the "owners" of these cats care enough to take them to the damn vet? Ummmmm......me thinks not.

Good luck Gus, keep the trapped cat pics coming

Good looking GS,,,,I have had a few of them. The last German cross was an Alaskan Wolf and German Shephard, fantastic animal. Hit on our one lane dirt road by a drunk (driving truck) dogmusher.

Originally Posted by Guff

Out of curiousity, how are these cats getting into your home? If you're waking up and finding them laying about inside your house it sounds like you need to either close your doors/windows (or have screens on them) or check the walls/attic to make sure they're secure.

Good read though and I'm glad you're taking the more humane route by trapping and giving them to the humane society.

If there is a crazy cat person on your street you should contact animal control and see if they can fine her/him for animal abuse (neglect). That might help in training the people of the neighborhood.

-Guff

The move in process and the warm weather caused us to leave doors open for extended periods. The cooler weather has slowed this reality, but catch and released in a controlled environment is working and I am having fun.

Haven't been able to identify one source, it seems more of a "full spread" kind of cat targeting.

coastiepete · 10-24-2009, 04:02 PM

Originally Posted by Gusgus

Good looking GS,,,,I have had a few of them. The last German cross was an Alaskan Wolf and German Shephard, fantastic animal. Hit on our one lane dirt road by a drunk (driving truck) dogmusher.

Thanks.

I just went on a cruise to Juneau and Skagway. We visited a dog sled camp and took a ride on a cart pulled by a team. it was pretty cool.

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 05:27 PM

Originally Posted by coastiepete

Thanks.

I just went on a cruise to Juneau and Skagway. We visited a dog sled camp and took a ride on a cart pulled by a team. it was pretty cool.

Was it the mushers name Fiedler?
Do you remember who it was?

KevinD · 10-24-2009, 06:17 PM

Originally Posted by coastiepete

T...went on a cruise to Juneau and Skagway. We visited a dog sled camp and took a ride on a cart pulled by a team. it was pretty cool.

Did you go up to the camp on the glacier (via helicopter)?
That's one helluva trip!

Anyway, back on topic...

KevinD

Shrek X · 10-24-2009, 06:50 PM

Originally Posted by Gusgus

I don't want a dog here either. No pets at all would be just about perfect.

I am actually having fun and it is kinda like hunting, learning a skill and bagging the prey.

didnt suggest you get a dog, suggested you adopt one for a few days. wont take long for the word to get out and the cats will stay away... problem solved and conflicts with the new neighbors kept to a minimum

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 07:16 PM

Originally Posted by Shrek X

didnt suggest you get a dog, suggested you adopt one for a few days. wont take long for the word to get out and the cats will stay away... problem solved and conflicts with the new neighbors kept to a minimum

No that was another poster; in post #3 actually

Quote:
Originally Posted by spolic
Get a dog.
I said;
Quote:
We don't have pets because we don't want any. We especially would rather not deal with someone else's pet/s.
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Conflicts? You are probably right, again.....

But I have never been one to shy away from my responsibility and truly believe they should as well.

I am not publicizing my plight other than telling them each once their cats are a nuisance and are creating a problem. Interestingly everyone around me said similar things as "don't kill them just trap them". I heard them (in my head) all speaking about the neighbors cat. The one which, more likely than not, is their problem too.

I am being passive as the cats are quietly gonna go away. Of course the rumors and this thread don't help being anonymous, but some times a person just needs to be an adult. Sometimes it is best to simply ask nice and then do the right thing, or make these kinds of decisions and live with the consequences.

I guess I am as always willing to be me.

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 07:25 PM

Originally Posted by KevinD

Did you go up to the camp on the glacier (via helicopter)?
That's one helluva trip!

Anyway, back on topic...

KevinD

That is Linwood Fiedler on the Glacier trips. I have known him for many years as well as his son.
http://www.alaskahelimush.com/about/iditarod.html

Very neat guy. I accidently hit his lead dogs with my snowmachine trailer or sled. it happened just out of the checkpoint Ophir, in deep snow during the 1999 Iditarod (I think) . Didn't hurt the dogs but it was a very traumatic eventfor all 5 of us. He forgave me and we became trail friends from that meeting.

coastiepete · 10-24-2009, 07:27 PM

Originally Posted by Gusgus

Was it the mushers name Fiedler?
Do you remember who it was?

It was an older guy who did both the Ididerod (sp?) and the Yukon 1000? He was kinda famous or something.

Originally Posted by KevinD

Did you go up to the camp on the glacier (via helicopter)?
That's one helluva trip!

Anyway, back on topic...

KevinD

No it was a van trip. We didn't have time to do the helicopter AND white pass train ride. still cool though!

Ahem, yes.....back on topic

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 07:40 PM

Originally Posted by coastiepete

It was an older guy who did both the Ididerod (sp?) and the Yukon 1000? He was kinda famous or something.

No it was a van trip. We didn't have time to do the helicopter AND white pass train ride. still cool though!

Ahem, yes.....back on topic

Fine then,,,,,, I'll go set the trap for tonight.

coastiepete · 10-24-2009, 08:05 PM

Originally Posted by Gusgus

Fine then,,,,,, I'll go set the trap for tonight.

Pics please....................

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by coastiepete

Pics please....................

I will if for nothing else,,,,, counting.

We shall see how well I do tonight. No cat, no pic! Have trap, will trap! Remember Palodin "have gun will travel" Business card.

KevinD · 10-24-2009, 08:48 PM

Originally Posted by Gusgus

Remember Palodin "have gun will travel" Business card.

I'll bet that not all that many of us remember that...

KevinD

Gusgus · 10-24-2009, 08:53 PM

Originally Posted by KevinD

I'll bet that not all that many of us remember that...

KevinD

Had to check, it made me laugh, that is all the reason I need. You know?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgvxu8QY01s

Suzuki Stevo · 10-24-2009, 09:38 PM

Originally Posted by ducatichick

I see that your trap is working quite nicely, however I wanted to offer up another option:
cats cannot resist the Cortech trap

Bunk beds work pretty good too, the little FuzzButts can't resist the top bunk

coastiepete · 10-25-2009, 09:19 PM

Gus. i need more pictures of pussy-in-the-box. please?

Gusgus · 10-25-2009, 09:36 PM

Originally Posted by coastiepete

Gus. i need more pictures of pussy-in-the-box. please?

None to show. I must have been making to much noise.

You see, I have been busting my hump fixing the Hot tub. At the first opportunity I grabbed a beer and spent the next few beers in hot water.

No cat either. Although there were casualties.

Trap is still set, awaiting the next contestant. As promised ASAP there will be proper pics.

coastiepete · 10-25-2009, 09:51 PM

OK, you have a temporary pass

have fun in the tub buddy!

(lucky a$$hole)

Jeffytune · 10-25-2009, 09:56 PM

So Gus, did your hot tub look like this right here?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8zdV57QLTo

Gusgus · 10-25-2009, 10:04 PM

Originally Posted by Jeffytune

So Gus, did your hot tub look like this right here?


10-24-2009, 10:35 AM	#121
TMMR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Aug 2008 From: Vancouver Washington I Ride: broken ones	are ya home -- I has something for ya. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-24-2009, 10:41 AM	#123
TMMR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Aug 2008 From: Vancouver Washington I Ride: broken ones	tis a surprise................... will get it to you soon. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-24-2009, 10:45 AM	#125
Shrek X Mr. 500,000 Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland I Ride: VTX	I am kinda surprised you didnt take the obvious answer. Having a buddy's dog over a day or two will keep the cats away... the smell of the dog usually is a strong deterrent. If they start to come back, have the dog over again for a day. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-24-2009, 01:16 PM	#127
Guff Forum Administrator Joined: Sep 2004 From: Bellevue, WA Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: Blue R6 Decepticon	Out of curiousity, how are these cats getting into your home? If you're waking up and finding them laying about inside your house it sounds like you need to either close your doors/windows (or have screens on them) or check the walls/attic to make sure they're secure. Good read though and I'm glad you're taking the more humane route by trapping and giving them to the humane society. If there is a crazy cat person on your street you should contact animal control and see if they can fine her/him for animal abuse (neglect). That might help in training the people of the neighborhood. -Guff __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-25-2009, 09:19 PM	#142
coastiepete Superbiker Joined: Apr 2007 From: Port Angeles WA I Ride: 2007 ZX-10R SE, 2005 450 EXC, 1980 GS750 Cafe Project	Gus. i need more pictures of pussy-in-the-box. please? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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10-25-2009, 09:51 PM	#144
coastiepete Superbiker Joined: Apr 2007 From: Port Angeles WA I Ride: 2007 ZX-10R SE, 2005 450 EXC, 1980 GS750 Cafe Project	OK, you have a temporary pass have fun in the tub buddy! (lucky a$$hole) __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-25-2009, 10:26 PM	#147
Jeffytune Pit Crew Joined: Jul 2009 From: Beaverton I Ride: Harley FLHT	My suggested version looked to be far more fun. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-06-2009, 08:23 PM	#150
Gusgus MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2008 From: VanHooter, Wa Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: Valkyrie/R1150GS Adventure	New score. cats 4.5 Gus 2.5 crap! I caught a feral tomcat tonight, wow was that exciting. No picture. The hole in the lawn from under the cage, the bent up cage and the exciting few moments of it trying to get at me made it quite memorable. The cat was banging every part of the trap and screaming at me as I walked up to the trap. It tried to cut me through the screen, reaching out and swiping at me. I talked calmly and picked up the cage and it ran at the end towards me, forcing itself out the side, bending the trap and ran away rather quickly. I was glad to see that one get away. I hope it taught it a lesson beyond how to avoid capture. I hope it learns to stay away....... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-06-2009, 08:36 PM	#151
KevinD Zone Head Joined: Mar 2009 From: Spokane Valley I Ride: Suzuki Boulevard C90, Honda CM250C, My Wife's Scooter	Your score is 2.5 crap? I borrowed my dad's trap today, but I won't be able to set it for a week or so. I'll teach the little furballs to walk on my cars (when they're in the garage!) KevinD __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-06-2009, 09:19 PM	#153
WashingtonBlonde MotoGP Champion Joined: Mar 2007 From: Lacey, WA I Ride: '01 R6	Gusgus - I just saw this thread and have to admit I had quite a few laughs. I'm really glad to see that you are being humane to the kitties.. Thank you! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-07-2009, 03:42 AM	#155
yamrz350 Newbie Joined: Jul 2009 From: spokane	__________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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