While dad was at work, he was in the parking lot on his way home and happened upon a small field mouse- a baby, on his back, being drowned in the rain. He felt so bad for the mousie, and scooped him up in a small cup.
On his way home he bought a critter habitat for him, set him up with shredded paper for bedding, the bottom of a pringle container for a water dish, a toilet paper roll for hiding, and for food- some apple, cheese, and bread.
He wasn't breathing right but mom and dad had strong hopes that the little mouse would do well and they would rescue him and he'd live a long full life.
Mom called a wildlife rescue number and left a message because they promised they'd call back in 12 hours.
(we STILL never got a call back)
Mom said if he was alive on wednesday she would go and buy real mouse food.
He munched on some apple, and some cheese, and on wednesday, mom was at petsmart buying mousie food.
Thursday morning they found that the poor little thing had let out his last breath and he was no more. We were very sad about this, and we wanted you all to see our friend.
Mom only took the one photo- to not bother him too much.
Rest in peace dear friend.
Ferdinand:
27 comments:
I'm sorry poor little Ferdinand did not make it. But at least he did not drown all alone in a rainstorm. I'm glad he got to spend his last days warm, comfy and with a full belly.
awwwww poor baby. Thank goodness for your Dad though, he hadded a much better time and did not die a horrible drowning death, but somewhere warm and comfy.
Your Dad is a grate guy!
purrs
>^,,^<
Abby
Your dad's so sweet.I'm so sorry about your friend....Hugs
Your dad was Ferdinand's guardian angel and we are so sorry he's no longer with you. (((HUGS)))
Your Dad did a great thing for a poor little critter! We are sorry he did not make it!
We are so sorry that little mouse died :(
* the memory will stay *
That is very sad, but it sure was wonderful that you tried your best to help.
Poor Ferdinand, RIP. We're grateful to your Daddy to make sure he was cozy and well fed.
We are so sorry about your friend; it's always sad when you try to save someone and they don't make it...We hope your Mom and Dad are comforted by the fact that he passed away in a loving, warm and safe place instead of alone in the rain=they did a wonderful thing for him...kisses sweet friends...xo...Calle, Halle, Sukki
He was adorable!
We are sorry he passed on from this world, but he knew peace and safety in his last days because of your wonderful dad!
Hans,you have a great Dad. He was kind to rescue Ferdinand and allow him some comfort before his passing.
We are sad he did not make it,but he had a fine meal :)
Purrs Mickey,Georgia & Tillie
What a very heartwarming thing your dad did for little Ferdinand. At least he enjoyed some comfort in his final hours.
Your mom and dad were so wonderful first to even notice such a small creature in need and then to try so hard to give him a chance! It is the everyday, big hearted actions of your family that make us so proud to call you our friends! Goodbye, Ferdinand, glad that you knew kindness at the end. I think that even mice have a safe place to run free over the Bridge.
Wow, little Ferdinand had one day of comfort. Your Daddy did a good thing in rescuing him from a horrible drowning death. At least he had food, warm shelter, and love before he died.
Sally Ann
Thanks to dad, that mouse had the best (short) time of his life!
Poor Ferdinand. Your Dad has a very kind soul to try to rescue him. See you at the Bridge one day, Ferdinand.
so sorry about your little friend
How we treat others "in need" speaks rhemes abowt the kind of person we are. So although poor little Ferdinand died ~ he will always know someone cared enuff to give him a chance, and shed a tear over his passing. And yoor mom and dad and yoo are clearly good gentle folk we are proud to know.
We came over to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY Hansel (as it's Wednesday) but think we are too early for the celebrashuns.
Wishing Hansel a furry Happy Purrthday!
Oh Hansel we are so sorry that Ferdinand didn't make it but it is so wonderful that your mom and dad tried to help him and gave him love before he had to go to the bridge. At least he knew he was cared for when he left.
Your dad has a kind heart. It's a shame you all lost Ferdinand. You did what you could and made his last days better.
We came by to wish Hansel a Happy Purrthday!
That's very sad about Ferdinand, it was nice of your dad to try and rescue him.
On a different note, did we see on the CB that today is your birthday, Hansel? If that's correct, then a very happy birthday to you!!
Purrs and hugs,
The Kitty Krew
We are sorry your friend Ferdinand had to go to the bridge so soon. That was really nice of your dad to try to rescue him. Purrs and prayers.
We just wanted to stop by and say "Happy Purrday Hansel" and we hope efurry fing is going Ok....
purrs
>^,,^<
Abby
Happy Birthday Hansel and many, many many moooooore!!!
Your TX furiends,
Your mom and dad are special people to try and save that little mouse.
Happy birthday, Hansel!
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