I have a Prairie Dog as well that loves going with me everywhere, even to work! Lol I must ask though, where did you find a body harness for Prairie Dogs?? I've been scouring the internet for almost a year already lol
Not trying to alarm you but eagles and hawks love prairie dogs. You would be the best judge of airborne dangers in your region. Out west its crazy as you won't see a single bird near a prairie dog town, but if they think a Pdog is available there will be a dozen Golden Eagles and Rough Legged Hawks circling overhead.
Prairie dogs are one of the few wild animals that can be so easily domesticated and actually become dependent upon human interaction and show and want affection. This is due to their extremely social nature. So much like horses you become part of the pack and a reallly big prairie dog.
Any rodent will. Squirrels and Flying squirrels that are orphaned make great pets. Chipmunks are the wild version of domestic gerbils and chipmunk rescues do well. Larger mammels, raccoons and possum rescues have to be kept by pros if they can't be returned. During their mating seasons both ,(males), get aggressive and tend to bite hard. This goes on for about 6 weeks. We had some pet mice when the kids were young. One would get out of anything and cross the house and climb onto the pillow by my wifes head. We were more worried about rolling over on it. It's also quite amazing the pitties never got into it with any of the weird pets the kids brought in. They just acted like they were mini pit bulls.
Me Black-Tailed Prairie dog defense force sees me. Prairie dog A (not the closest to me): Peep. Peep. Peep. Prairie dog B (not the closest one to me, but now the chosen observer): Peep. Peep. Peep. They are highly social animals and are well coordinated. I prefer them to rock squirrels.
I am glad she realised she could carry them around in a pouch ( her hoodie). I am also very pleased she mentioned how time consuming they are and hopefully people will take note and not have them as pets if they do not have the time and energy to care for them properly.
Yeah, like the people that give their kid a puppy for birthdays or Christmas, then the puppy grows up and they chain it up in the backyard, and maybe feed it once a day.
Their little , 'Yahoos' are hilariously adorable! I never knew they sounded like that. And then the one on his back with his mouth hung open while getting scratches in just the spot - yeah I think they are definitely comfortable in your family. Lol
I love prairie dogs, I had about 6 back in 1999. Best snugglers ever and smart! they learned where I hid my snacks and I had to put my snacks in a safe spot, lol. I'd find them snuggled under the covers on my bed. Chasing the dog...lol...full of personality. Always getting into things, lol. I miss hearing them yahoo in the morning or greeting me when I come home. All of my guys were rescues of one kind or another. Some just because they were a little too wild... others because of the care involved. One was found running around outside, no one ever claimed him. He was my first. They are just so sweet.
@@QnA22 not a cat, it’s a rodent and a wild animal. You have to know what to watch for when they are scared or angry because with those teeth and jaws they can tear you up if you don’t know what you are doing. Plus they still need the right diet…nothing like a cat
@@QnA22 Each animal is different with its own set of special needs and intricacies! I have a bunny, and everyone who doesn't know thinks they are super easy to take care of. They don't know that for some bunnies, you have to change their litterbox almost everyday, or that they are incredible delicate and can have GI statis rather suddenly. Im sure these prarie dogs have their own set of special needs, especially as "exotic" animals.
@@terilew1 I was thinking about that myself. Those teeth look nasty. What if for some reason you get bitten? Yikes!!!! It's not all cuteness and cuddles.
So many people underestimate the level of affection provided by small animals, like prairie dogs, ferrets, rats, etc. And most people don't realize these lil family members have such huge personalities too!! I haven't had little creatures in my home for such a long time, so this video gave me the perfect dopamine hit of furry cuteness to make my day. So glad to see Pedro and Pablo found a loving, rescue, forever home. 💖
Urban Rescue Ranch has 3 right now. His first being Big Ounce. He's the cutest little thing. These guys are so adorable and I love the sounds they make.
Pablo and Pedro probably like the scent of their humans that is in the laundry basket, lol! Prairie dog holes are filled with the scents of their family and friends too. Good for them! It's stuff that needed washed anyway, one less place to clean in the house, lol! 🥰🥰🥰
They like to burrow the in the laundry, I think. A friend had a prairie dog and she would fill big terracotta flower pots with rags for her to burrow in.
This is such a lovely story but I especially LOVE how they kept stressing that these animals, (exotic animals in general) are not something to jump into without a lot of research first and then commitment! There is a sanctuary near me that rescues exotic animals from people who weren’t prepared to properly care for them. Too many times I’ve read stories about people who think because an animal, exotic or domestic, is cute or unique, they just had to have it! Just because you can have something, it doesn’t mean you SHOULD have it! People need to remember that these are living breathing creatures who feel pain, joy, fear, hunger, and deserve commitment and to feel safe! They don’t deserve to be mistreated! Animals are NOT a toy and they should NEVER be treated as disposable! Massive kudos anyone who successfully and properly goes out of their way to be this kind of a blessing to any animal!
Yes. Even with different kinds of domestic cats. I adopted two older Bengals. They definitely need more attention and affection. They're very intelligent and need lots of exercise, attention and mental stimulus. They figure things out, like how to use a door handle, and love challenges. They're also part wild, as some of their ancestors are Asian Leopard cats, fully wild. They've like tiny leopards. Yes, it so important to research an animal you may want to home, and be able to meet all it's needs. One of my Bengals had an interest in laptop keyboards - at home and at the Vets too - very entertaining, as well as embarrassing 😂😂😂😮😊
I just adopted a pigion who had been hand raised by a woman with good intentions. She tried to introduce this bird to her big dogs and when they were on leads they tried to kill the bird, knocking her down breaking her arm this is how I got this bird. I named her Tweety and she's head over heels for me I take her outside and she even comes when called. She also gets extremely jealous whenever any of my other animals or even humans come near me. I just love her to death no matter how much of a little booger she is sometimes 👍👍👍
I didn’t realize until I was older that it’s the extra work and effort you put into taking care of and giving your pets a full life that makes the love even greater. The loss in their passing is profound but the memories of all the sometimes annoying extra time and work you put in … is what you miss the most. Because it was time with them.
@@pamelamyers-langley1858 lol have you ever been asked that question before? I LOVE listening to that song as much as prairiedog and squirrel vids!! And thank you for a fun laugh to start my day.
They thrive in Large colonies in the wild. Relying on just one human for attention in captivity seems impractical. Seems like you would have to be retired to devote enough attention. Perhaps good pets for a nursing home.
@@MPRiley-dw2nd Even people in nursing homes and retirement homes have not got the patience for them. The idea that it is OK to keep these sweet things in captivity is crazy! Where do people get such arrogance?!
Mine prairie dogs were mainly rescues. I had six at one time very social animals. Had them when you couldn’t get them, because there is a banned on them until the monkeypox case was resolved.
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@@larryellington3543 I was going to repent, but then I saw all the spam messages to repent. Now not only am I not going to repent, I'm going to do the bad things all over again! 😝
Well... in the wild, they dig holes. Lots of herd animals hate them because they'll step in the holes and break a leg. (Usually a horse thing, as they let their humans override their common sense.) They also mess up wheat fields.
I live in France and have owned prairie dogs since 1997 (currently 7: 4 females, 2 mature males and 1 almost 1 year old male). It is for me, a childhood dream that I realized. With good care my prairie dogs live an average of 10 years. I had one male who left me shortly before his 12th birthday. My prairie dog family follows us on our trips to Europe (Switzerland, Germany, Holland, Spain) and almost every year to Italy. In March I'm always excited, because it's the month of birth of the puppies and especially, the males come out of the rutting period and become adorable again. The education of the babies is great to see. Especially, seeing a prairie dog daddy teaching how to fight is great to see. He pretends to be knocked down, makes feints in his escape... just crazy.
What do you feed them daily to keep them healthy? The video here was adorable but only said they were hard to keep, - no mention of the diet and if that is part of the difficulty?
@@elsef6798 To start with, you always need good quality hay. I buy it from a horse breeder. Then it's endive, carrots, lamb's lettuce, rocket, cucumber, courgette, about 1 kg of dandelion per week. Apple or banana once a week. Other fruits, depending on the season, such as raspberries, blackberries, kiwi, apricots, melons, watermelons, peaches and strawberries are eaten every day. Every day they have some oats and whole carob (organic which I regularly import and which is also used to feed horses). Carrot and courgette slices in a dehydrator machine are good treats. For the pregnant females, they get some dried mealworms and almonds. Prairie dogs that are a little older or are in rut period (they lose a lot of weight) are allowed a few mealworms and almonds, hazelnuts or walnuts. They never get peanuts, sunflower seeds, candy or chips and other junk food for humans. The prairie dog deserves time and passion. The male when in rut period (late October to late March) becomes a dangerous monster. A good bite is enough to put you in hospital. It is therefore necessary to have a perfectly adapted environment, to be able to treat them very discreetly. Otherwise, it's the male's family that suffers our mischief. The males from 2 years onwards become a danger to other mature males (on this video they look quite young). To avoid accidents, I always separate these males with at least one female. Of course they should never be alone. 1 prairie dog must be with a prairie dog. They need to be with a family to groom, watch out environement (a bird and the lookout alerts the whole family to take shelter... but there are windows so no danger) , eat, clean and especially to play. When the time comes to reunite, it's an amazing party to see. I can't get enough of it... I'm just crazy about them.
Thank you very much for the in depth answer :) it sounds like getting 2 females would be ideal? Or do you ever neuter males? 1 kg of dandelion per week must be tricky to get most places? Here in northern Europe winters would be very tricky for such a supply. But it is really great how well you take care of them - they are incredibly sweet and look so healthy 😊
@@elsef6798 I am delighted to share my experience with you. When you choose an animal, you have to adopt it with its qualities and its disadvantages. I would never castrate a creature for my own comfort. The rut is its identity and it's thanks to this that I can admire the magnificent baby's born prairie dogs. Of course 2 females can stay together, but no puppies. The experience of watching little prairie dogs grow up is great. Not easy at first, but absolutely great. You can't imagine how excited I am waiting for the puppies to be born in 5 to 15 days. I am French and I live 5 kilometres from Paris. For dandelions, I buy it in a huge market reserved for professionals (Rungis) where I can get dandelions. During the 3 months of winter, the available dandelion is called white dandelion (it's 3 times longer and has no chlorophyll) and during this period I add parsley to compensate with the normal dandelion (vitamin C). Where are you in Europe?
Very good points! And I can imagine how delightful it must be to welcome the pups into the world 😄 for me however 2 girls would probably be best. I live in Denmark so we have also (4)months of winter here, but I have a large garden and grow lots of berries, fruits, nuts, vegetables - and dandelions 😊
Same here! A lot of times people often forget to do research and take into consideration if they have the capacity and resources to care for a pet. And it's not just with exotic pets, people sometimes forget to do that for domestic pets too unfortunately.
Yeah, me too. Because prairie dogs make great and loving pets, but only until they hit a rutting season. Then they become very and I mean VERY aggresive. So, if they are kept as pets, they need to be castrated, which is something a professional would know and warn about. Learning by experience can cost you some fingers, or - which is worse - the life of the pet. There were cases when the prarie dog became so aggresive that they killed themselves by banging their head against the cage.
I couldn't do this but when someone else can and does, I'm so grateful to them for what they do and the many small and large sacrifices they make out of love!💖 The world is a better place because of them! Thank you🥰
Were you a kid still when you had them? Video mentions they are a lot of work, could you elaborate on what they mean (in your experience)? Curious too, if you were still a kid then, who did do all the caring for them? I'm not sure I could handle all the attention they seem to need. I'm wondering if they're a lot more work than a dog.
@@sandragray4598They are wild animals that require a lot more care and attention than dogs. Prey animals tend to need a lot more care when placed in a domestic environment than predators. Especially wild prey animals.
@@sandragray4598 I was about 12 or so. So yes. But mine didn’t really require that much care. We tried all sorts of different things for feeding which seems like it was the toughest part. My PD, his name was Ranger, really loved mealworms at first but then wouldn’t touch them. Then we had to feed him grass which we grew. Keep in mind this was close to 30 years ago, so maybe things have changed. He would burrow into towels and things like that. Shred pretty much anything that was in his cage. If I remember correctly we would change his cage like a rabbits, but I let him kind of own my whole room with the door shut. He would make nests and burrow in my clothes.
We lived in So.Dak for a yr and Dad took us to the Badlands and I encountered these little guys.I chased one,picked it up and it bit me.Then it went and shimmied down a hole but i noticed other ones around popping up out of the ground everywhere.They are so so cute.I think its wonderful that you are a rescue parent.TY.
You may already know this, but others might not, so.... Wild prairie dogs are carriers of the Plague. Yeah, that one. You can get antibiotics for it now, but you can also die from it. There are now signs posted in national parks telling people this, but each time I go to one, I see the evidence of people ignoring them: mostly piles of litter, Cheetos, and Doritos on the ground. And, fat, begging prairie dogs. They no longer ran away the last time I visited the prairie dog town in Wind Cave National Park; they waddled toward me, asking for a handout. There was at least one that clearly could not have run to save its life, it was so fat. And it probably didn't live long: there were hawks nearby. The ground squirrels (a close relative) that live around Old Faithful in Yellowstone have had major health issues from living on human provided junk food, including the loss of their fur. I'm not dissing on you; sorry if it seems that I am. I cannot really blame individuals for wanting to get close to them. I just would like the wild ones to be left to be wild. I suppose they are, in places farther away from popular attractions. They are about my favorite wild animal, and I joke with my wife that I still plan to start a prairie dog town in our backyard. I can see how they would make affectionate pets, being the curious, social little critters that they are.
Urban Rescue Ranch has a prairie dog named "Big Ounce" and acts the SAME way. I just find these little critters so interesting and love the little "yahoos" they do!
I saw one being kept in a wooden box probably 8 feet long, 2 feet wide, and maybe 2 foot high with a top lid that opened and closed on a hinge. Just imagine being one n living in that little tiny area for years. It’s so sad
@@BobaPhettamine yeah that guy got rehomed after beating up big ounce quite badly. B.O. (b.o. lol) and his gf cringe (I think) not live in ouncetopia together but he still gets lots of visits and hugs 🤗
My dad used to love it when we'd spot prairie dogs. He'd say, "They just look so cute, like they'd be so sweet to cuddle with. But you can't." He would have loved to have had the chance to cuddle with one of those cutie pies. So precious!!
They are the cutest little guys ❤️ bless your family for loving, protecting them and keeping them safe especially since they could not be returned to the wild.
I love the fact you can totally hear them when they say their Yahoo! It’s so cute you can actually understand it like they’re speaking English I love it, they’re just so damn cute.
I remember the Road trips driving to Sturgis South Dakota , we would always go and Visit the Badlands in SD. They have Prairie Dogs all over the place and my dad would buy a couple bags of Corn Nuts to feed them . Man they Loved those Corn Nuts it was so fun feeding them lol
Such loving little guys - all animals are so much more amazing than most people realize. The way they respond to a loving caretaker is all the proof I need that what's going on in their little minds is way more advanced than our current understanding.
Whoever told you to have the cage in the center of all the action was very smart. That was a great tip that was probably a huge part in getting these lil guys comfy with you're family.
@@CuddleBuddiesChannel It was a lovely watch, and I fully agree if not for the care they receive who knows what their beautiful lives would of been. Thank you ❤️
They're soo dang adorable...lol! People really need to do alot of research, before getting a wild animal as a pet, like P&P's new owner did. At least they're in a great home now, but I imagine alot of wild animal-pets aren't quite so lucky. ❤️❤️❤️💋
OK... That is the single cutest thing I have ever seen! I have a variety of rescue dogs but OMG these guys are adorable!!! God Bless you for helping these fur babies!
After so much Crulty against wild animals mostly birds in the area where I live seeing this video makes me smile a little. Thanks for take care those cuties. Blessings. 💛🌈
"Cruelty against wild animals mostly birds" in your area?! Wth do you live? In most places you can REPORT animal cruelty, especially against wildlife, depending on your country/state/city, most places have laws protecting domestic animals & wildlife.
Omg they’re adorable… I’d never even thought of prairie dogs as pets they are so cuddly… I know they are wild animals but these two had been dependent on humans thank goodness the family stepped in to help
You've never met mr. big ounce from @theurbanrescueranch and the other Prarie dogs in ouncetopia! Big ounce is a war hero, he's saved lives and built people's homes. Please check out uncle ben and all his hilarious commentary with all his fur children he adores. You won't regret it. Big ounce is the president of Prarie dogs for sure!
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I have a Prairie Dog as well that loves going with me everywhere, even to work! Lol I must ask though, where did you find a body harness for Prairie Dogs?? I've been scouring the internet for almost a year already lol
Not trying to alarm you but eagles and hawks love prairie dogs. You would be the best judge of airborne dangers in your region. Out west its crazy as you won't see a single bird near a prairie dog town, but if they think a Pdog is available there will be a dozen Golden Eagles and Rough Legged Hawks circling overhead.
Cuddle Buddies.... If you really love your two prairie dogs... don't be feeding them, "people food"..... they are unhealthily, Fat!
Pablo and Pedro could actually turn me into a MORNING person. Imagine starting each day with this furry pair doing the wave and yelling Yahoo!
Haha yes! I’d wake up with a huge smile
Yahoo!
Nope! I'd wake up to that and never leave the house again!
My childhood dog was like that
Ditto 😊
Prairie dogs are one of the few wild animals that can be so easily domesticated and actually become dependent upon human interaction and show and want affection. This is due to their extremely social nature. So much like horses you become part of the pack and a reallly big prairie dog.
Any rodent will. Squirrels and Flying squirrels that are orphaned make great pets. Chipmunks are the wild version of domestic gerbils and chipmunk rescues do well. Larger mammels, raccoons and possum rescues have to be kept by pros if they can't be returned. During their mating seasons both ,(males), get aggressive and tend to bite hard. This goes on for about 6 weeks. We had some pet mice when the kids were young. One would get out of anything and cross the house and climb onto the pillow by my wifes head. We were more worried about rolling over on it. It's also quite amazing the pitties never got into it with any of the weird pets the kids brought in. They just acted like they were mini pit bulls.
And people just love shooting them. How nice
Like instantly. One treat in and those things will be climbing all over you, happy as can be. Completely wild ones at that.
@@el34glo59 Yea unfortunate but a necessity if you own their preferred habitat and you happen to lets say cattle.
@@dellingson4833 it are a specie in danger of extinction
It's like a squirrel mixed with a hamster and a beaver. So cute.
and a ginuea pig XD
Squirrel are NOT good pets, please don't try.
With their very adorable rabbit "toofies"... 🌻 *: )*
🤔I’m surprised that prairie dogs haven’t been subjected to domestication…
with just a hint of cute dog boorks
I honestly can’t deal with this. They’re so adorable but the “YAHOO” is just too much. Love this!❤
It's the best part! 🥰
It is a bit overwhelming how cute they are...
I hope you find a way through this. Best of luck
Me
Black-Tailed Prairie dog defense force sees me.
Prairie dog A (not the closest to me): Peep. Peep. Peep.
Prairie dog B (not the closest one to me, but now the chosen observer): Peep. Peep. Peep.
They are highly social animals and are well coordinated. I prefer them to rock squirrels.
I want 1. Or 2
I am glad she realised she could carry them around in a pouch ( her hoodie). I am also very pleased she mentioned how time consuming they are and hopefully people will take note and not have them as pets if they do not have the time and energy to care for them properly.
Yeah, like the people that give their kid a puppy for birthdays or Christmas, then the puppy grows up and they chain it up in the backyard, and maybe feed it once a day.
@@MissPrissy6688 and pretty much every family when the dog reaches old age
@@Leto_0 Not my family!
@@MissPrissy6688 post pandemic people are taking pets to shelters because they don't have time for them. Stupid people!
This comment actually takes the joy out a very happy, positive video. Just couldn't let everyone leave with a smile, eh?
It's a known fact that all prarie dogs descend from big ounce, his progenie is an endless force, truly precious.
Big Ounce is Father of ALL DOGS OF PRAIRIE
RIP Big Ounce
@Echo_1773 Biggerton Ouncerton
Their little , 'Yahoos' are hilariously adorable! I never knew they sounded like that. And then the one on his back with his mouth hung open while getting scratches in just the spot - yeah I think they are definitely comfortable in your family. Lol
Its more of a high pitched "bark". I've never heard a "Yahoo". There's like billions of them out West.
They are very passionate about the old search engine. Reminds them of better days.
Cute little baby rats
I love prairie dogs, I had about 6 back in 1999. Best snugglers ever and smart! they learned where I hid my snacks and I had to put my snacks in a safe spot, lol. I'd find them snuggled under the covers on my bed. Chasing the dog...lol...full of personality. Always getting into things, lol. I miss hearing them yahoo in the morning or greeting me when I come home. All of my guys were rescues of one kind or another. Some just because they were a little too wild... others because of the care involved. One was found running around outside, no one ever claimed him. He was my first. They are just so sweet.
Thank you for sharing, that’s really amazing. Thank you for looking after the precious babies ♥️
What exactly is the demanding part of care for prairie dogs? It looked like it's similar to a cat?
@@QnA22 not a cat, it’s a rodent and a wild animal. You have to know what to watch for when they are scared or angry because with those teeth and jaws they can tear you up if you don’t know what you are doing. Plus they still need the right diet…nothing like a cat
@@QnA22 Each animal is different with its own set of special needs and intricacies! I have a bunny, and everyone who doesn't know thinks they are super easy to take care of. They don't know that for some bunnies, you have to change their litterbox almost everyday, or that they are incredible delicate and can have GI statis rather suddenly. Im sure these prarie dogs have their own set of special needs, especially as
"exotic" animals.
@@terilew1 I was thinking about that myself. Those teeth look nasty. What if for some reason you get bitten? Yikes!!!! It's not all cuteness and cuddles.
So many people underestimate the level of affection provided by small animals, like prairie dogs, ferrets, rats, etc. And most people don't realize these lil family members have such huge personalities too!! I haven't had little creatures in my home for such a long time, so this video gave me the perfect dopamine hit of furry cuteness to make my day. So glad to see Pedro and Pablo found a loving, rescue, forever home. 💖
I had all of those and many, many more throughout my life. Animals are the best. I couldn't imagine not having them in my life.
Urban Rescue Ranch has 3 right now. His first being Big Ounce. He's the cutest little thing. These guys are so adorable and I love the sounds they make.
ouncetopia has fallen
Only through prayer can we cure Big Ounce's testicular cancer
Biggerton Ouncerton
Big ounce cured my depression. We must cure his hernia/ cancer .
Everyone forgot about Big Ounces’s war crimes once he got cancer
Pablo and Pedro probably like the scent of their humans that is in the laundry basket, lol! Prairie dog holes are filled with the scents of their family and friends too. Good for them! It's stuff that needed washed anyway, one less place to clean in the house, lol! 🥰🥰🥰
Our cats like to sleep in our laundry too, especially when it comes out if the dryer. Our dog loves to steal laundry before it's been washed, haha.
They like to burrow the in the laundry, I think. A friend had a prairie dog and she would fill big terracotta flower pots with rags for her to burrow in.
Omg, how cute are they! 🥰 Imagine getting greeted with an excited “Yahoo!” when your pet sees you. How awesome is that? ❤
Thank you for adopting, loving and caring for Pablo and Pedro. Be well.
My understanding of cuteness has reached a new level...
This is such a lovely story but I especially LOVE how they kept stressing that these animals, (exotic animals in general) are not something to jump into without a lot of research first and then commitment! There is a sanctuary near me that rescues exotic animals from people who weren’t prepared to properly care for them. Too many times I’ve read stories about people who think because an animal, exotic or domestic, is cute or unique, they just had to have it! Just because you can have something, it doesn’t mean you SHOULD have it! People need to remember that these are living breathing creatures who feel pain, joy, fear, hunger, and deserve commitment and to feel safe! They don’t deserve to be mistreated! Animals are NOT a toy and they should NEVER be treated as disposable! Massive kudos anyone who successfully and properly goes out of their way to be this kind of a blessing to any animal!
Yes. Even with different kinds of domestic cats. I adopted two older Bengals. They definitely need more attention and affection. They're very intelligent and need lots of exercise, attention and mental stimulus. They figure things out, like how to use a door handle, and love challenges. They're also part wild, as some of their ancestors are Asian Leopard cats, fully wild. They've like tiny leopards. Yes, it so important to research an animal you may want to home, and be able to meet all it's needs. One of my Bengals had an interest in laptop keyboards - at home and at the Vets too - very entertaining, as well as embarrassing 😂😂😂😮😊
I have not seen little creatures like Pablo and Pedro before😢 They are so unbelievably lovely,it's almost as if they are out of a Disney film.❤❤❤❤❤
@@Dingusdongus257 and Mrs Ounce who turned out to be a boy hahaha. Poor Big Ounce lost his home and his lady love "Cringe"
Well, what to think of Chip and Dale..?
Where I’m from the kids shoot these things by the hundreds
All the Disney animal characters come from real life. With city living most of us never see these critters.
@@Lajos279 those are chipmunks, a completely different rodent.
I swear they're saying yahooo! So cute!! 😍😬
DISNEY CHANNEL
CHIP MUNKS
I just adopted a pigion who had been hand raised by a woman with good intentions. She tried to introduce this bird to her big dogs and when they were on leads they tried to kill the bird, knocking her down breaking her arm this is how I got this bird. I named her Tweety and she's head over heels for me I take her outside and she even comes when called. She also gets extremely jealous whenever any of my other animals or even humans come near me. I just love her to death no matter how much of a little booger she is sometimes 👍👍👍
Oh my stars, they're too cute!!!
I don't think I've ever heard a prairie dog snore before. Too cute.
it was a sound dub
@@duncan7593 I'll bet you hang around pre-schools just to tell the kids that Santa isn't real....
@@bukka6697 i said this assuming Karl is an adult.
@@duncan7593 karl is a 56 year old man that does crack, you did the right thing
@@bukka6697 Then who puts the presents under the tree???!!!?!?!?!?
I didn’t realize until I was older that it’s the extra work and effort you put into taking care of and giving your pets a full life that makes the love even greater. The loss in their passing is profound but the memories of all the sometimes annoying extra time and work you put in … is what you miss the most. Because it was time with them.
They are so cute! I love that smile at 2:17 when he's getting bum scratches! 😊❤
Wow. Were you in the Original Broadway Cast of COMPANY? Did you sing Another Hundred People?
@@Mister_Listener LOL Sorry, not me. Nobody wants to hear me sing. 🤭
@@pamelamyers-langley1858 lol have you ever been asked that question before? I LOVE listening to that song as much as prairiedog and squirrel vids!! And thank you for a fun laugh to start my day.
@@Mister_Listener No, I haven't. And you made me laugh too, so we're even. 😉
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I'm speechless, these little furballs are unbelievably precious and completely melted my heart!
Thanks for giving these babies a great home.... beautiful story ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Prairie dogs are very social animals and need a lot of attention Had several over the years. Ty for sharing! 🥰cuteness overload 😍
They thrive in Large colonies in the wild. Relying on just one human for attention in captivity seems impractical.
Seems like you would have to be retired to devote enough attention. Perhaps good pets for a nursing home.
@@MPRiley-dw2nd What do these taste like ? Are they good eating?
@@MPRiley-dw2nd Even people in nursing homes and retirement homes have not got the patience for them. The idea that it is OK to keep these sweet things in captivity is crazy! Where do people get such arrogance?!
I can't handle how adorable they are ❤❤❤❤
Mine prairie dogs were mainly rescues. I had six at one time very social animals. Had them when you couldn’t get them, because there is a banned on them until the monkeypox case was resolved.
This is the example of what a pet owner should be!
Love seeing humans giving animals the kind of love they literally couldn't get anywhere else, even from their own family or mates.
How could anyone not love prairie dogs? These guys are two fine examples. Super cute!!!!! 😄🥰🥰♥
You're doing more damage to your cause than good No one likes to be lectured to or spammed when they're watching a TH-cam video completely unrelated to what you're doing
@@larryellington3543 I was going to repent, but then I saw all the spam messages to repent. Now not only am I not going to repent, I'm going to do the bad things all over again! 😝
@@bukka6697 ye ye! Drop your elbow on his head!
Well... in the wild, they dig holes. Lots of herd animals hate them because they'll step in the holes and break a leg. (Usually a horse thing, as they let their humans override their common sense.) They also mess up wheat fields.
That squeal at the beginning was so heart warmingly adorable ❤️ so happy see their humans ☺️
Nothing makes a person's day like a heart warming animal video.
How adorable! God bless you for rescuing these sweet little creatures ❤️
I live in France and have owned prairie dogs since 1997 (currently 7: 4 females, 2 mature males and 1 almost 1 year old male). It is for me, a childhood dream that I realized. With good care my prairie dogs live an average of 10 years. I had one male who left me shortly before his 12th birthday. My prairie dog family follows us on our trips to Europe (Switzerland, Germany, Holland, Spain) and almost every year to Italy.
In March I'm always excited, because it's the month of birth of the puppies and especially, the males come out of the rutting period and become adorable again. The education of the babies is great to see. Especially, seeing a prairie dog daddy teaching how to fight is great to see. He pretends to be knocked down, makes feints in his escape... just crazy.
What do you feed them daily to keep them healthy? The video here was adorable but only said they were hard to keep, - no mention of the diet and if that is part of the difficulty?
@@elsef6798 To start with, you always need good quality hay. I buy it from a horse breeder. Then it's endive, carrots, lamb's lettuce, rocket, cucumber, courgette, about 1 kg of dandelion per week. Apple or banana once a week. Other fruits, depending on the season, such as raspberries, blackberries, kiwi, apricots, melons, watermelons, peaches and strawberries are eaten every day. Every day they have some oats and whole carob (organic which I regularly import and which is also used to feed horses). Carrot and courgette slices in a dehydrator machine are good treats.
For the pregnant females, they get some dried mealworms and almonds.
Prairie dogs that are a little older or are in rut period (they lose a lot of weight) are allowed a few mealworms and almonds, hazelnuts or walnuts.
They never get peanuts, sunflower seeds, candy or chips and other junk food for humans.
The prairie dog deserves time and passion. The male when in rut period (late October to late March) becomes a dangerous monster. A good bite is enough to put you in hospital. It is therefore necessary to have a perfectly adapted environment, to be able to treat them very discreetly. Otherwise, it's the male's family that suffers our mischief.
The males from 2 years onwards become a danger to other mature males (on this video they look quite young). To avoid accidents, I always separate these males with at least one female. Of course they should never be alone. 1 prairie dog must be with a prairie dog. They need to be with a family to groom, watch out environement (a bird and the lookout alerts the whole family to take shelter... but there are windows so no danger) , eat, clean and especially to play.
When the time comes to reunite, it's an amazing party to see. I can't get enough of it... I'm just crazy about them.
Thank you very much for the in depth answer :) it sounds like getting 2 females would be ideal? Or do you ever neuter males?
1 kg of dandelion per week must be tricky to get most places? Here in northern Europe winters would be very tricky for such a supply. But it is really great how well you take care of them - they are incredibly sweet and look so healthy 😊
@@elsef6798 I am delighted to share my experience with you.
When you choose an animal, you have to adopt it with its qualities and its disadvantages. I would never castrate a creature for my own comfort. The rut is its identity and it's thanks to this that I can admire the magnificent baby's born prairie dogs.
Of course 2 females can stay together, but no puppies. The experience of watching little prairie dogs grow up is great. Not easy at first, but absolutely great. You can't imagine how excited I am waiting for the puppies to be born in 5 to 15 days.
I am French and I live 5 kilometres from Paris. For dandelions, I buy it in a huge market reserved for professionals (Rungis) where I can get dandelions. During the 3 months of winter, the available dandelion is called white dandelion (it's 3 times longer and has no chlorophyll) and during this period I add parsley to compensate with the normal dandelion (vitamin C).
Where are you in Europe?
Very good points! And I can imagine how delightful it must be to welcome the pups into the world 😄 for me however 2 girls would probably be best. I live in Denmark so we have also (4)months of winter here, but I have a large garden and grow lots of berries, fruits, nuts, vegetables - and dandelions 😊
Did not expect that yahoo to be so friendly and cute, they really like their keepers
good stuff thanks for sharing
The way that she speaks about her pets, exudes full of genuine love for them.
Omg I love them ❤️
I love the little public service announcement at the end. Cause you know everyone’s gonna be like “ I need to get a prairie dog!”
Same here! A lot of times people often forget to do research and take into consideration if they have the capacity and resources to care for a pet. And it's not just with exotic pets, people sometimes forget to do that for domestic pets too unfortunately.
I was thinking exactly the same thing! It's a great PSA!
Just get a dog! They're so much more suited to live with people.
*laundry dog
Yeah, me too. Because prairie dogs make great and loving pets, but only until they hit a rutting season. Then they become very and I mean VERY aggresive. So, if they are kept as pets, they need to be castrated, which is something a professional would know and warn about. Learning by experience can cost you some fingers, or - which is worse - the life of the pet. There were cases when the prarie dog became so aggresive that they killed themselves by banging their head against the cage.
It looks like having 2 little kids that never get old. All the work and responsibilities . Great video 😊
They are precious. You are giving them their best life ever.
I knew someone who had one of these once, couldn't believe how sweet and affectionate it was.
I couldn't do this but when someone else can and does, I'm so grateful to them for what they do and the many small and large sacrifices they make out of love!💖 The world is a better place because of them! Thank you🥰
How are they so damn cute!
Thank you for "re" loving them a home, they certainly are cared for and adored!
Their little yahoos are the sweetest ❤️
They are so adorable. I love how affectionate they are.
Wow they're freaking cute, I've never seen prairie dogs be so social, you guys did an amazing job with them.
I had one growing up about 30 years ago. This brought back a lot of memories. They really are great pets.
Were you a kid still when you had them? Video mentions they are a lot of work, could you elaborate on what they mean (in your experience)? Curious too, if you were still a kid then, who did do all the caring for them? I'm not sure I could handle all the attention they seem to need. I'm wondering if they're a lot more work than a dog.
@@sandragray4598They are wild animals that require a lot more care and attention than dogs. Prey animals tend to need a lot more care when placed in a domestic environment than predators. Especially wild prey animals.
@@sandragray4598 I was about 12 or so. So yes. But mine didn’t really require that much care. We tried all sorts of different things for feeding which seems like it was the toughest part. My PD, his name was Ranger, really loved mealworms at first but then wouldn’t touch them. Then we had to feed him grass which we grew. Keep in mind this was close to 30 years ago, so maybe things have changed. He would burrow into towels and things like that. Shred pretty much anything that was in his cage. If I remember correctly we would change his cage like a rabbits, but I let him kind of own my whole room with the door shut. He would make nests and burrow in my clothes.
We lived in So.Dak for a yr and Dad took us to the Badlands and I encountered these little guys.I chased one,picked it up and it bit me.Then it went and shimmied down a hole but i noticed other ones around popping up out of the ground everywhere.They are so so cute.I think its wonderful that you are a rescue parent.TY.
You may already know this, but others might not, so.... Wild prairie dogs are carriers of the Plague. Yeah, that one. You can get antibiotics for it now, but you can also die from it. There are now signs posted in national parks telling people this, but each time I go to one, I see the evidence of people ignoring them: mostly piles of litter, Cheetos, and Doritos on the ground. And, fat, begging prairie dogs.
They no longer ran away the last time I visited the prairie dog town in Wind Cave National Park; they waddled toward me, asking for a handout. There was at least one that clearly could not have run to save its life, it was so fat. And it probably didn't live long: there were hawks nearby. The ground squirrels (a close relative) that live around Old Faithful in Yellowstone have had major health issues from living on human provided junk food, including the loss of their fur.
I'm not dissing on you; sorry if it seems that I am. I cannot really blame individuals for wanting to get close to them. I just would like the wild ones to be left to be wild. I suppose they are, in places farther away from popular attractions.
They are about my favorite wild animal, and I joke with my wife that I still plan to start a prairie dog town in our backyard. I can see how they would make affectionate pets, being the curious, social little critters that they are.
Here’s the funny thing all animals love love. Imagine if we all loved each other?
So adorable.
Urban Rescue Ranch has a prairie dog named "Big Ounce" and acts the SAME way. I just find these little critters so interesting and love the little "yahoos" they do!
The one and only Big Ounce!
I saw one being kept in a wooden box probably 8 feet long, 2 feet wide, and maybe 2 foot high with a top lid that opened and closed on a hinge. Just imagine being one n living in that little tiny area for years. It’s so sad
@@BobaPhettamine yeah that guy got rehomed after beating up big ounce quite badly. B.O. (b.o. lol) and his gf cringe (I think) not live in ouncetopia together but he still gets lots of visits and hugs 🤗
Biggerton Ouncerton
@@gouachepottwo7537 yes because one of them was male they both were suppose to females
My dad used to love it when we'd spot prairie dogs. He'd say, "They just look so cute, like they'd be so sweet to cuddle with. But you can't." He would have loved to have had the chance to cuddle with one of those cutie pies. So precious!!
Your dad is a good man. people that treat animals with love and respect, tend to be the best, and the best in carrecter
above everything else he undertood nature, clearly
Thank you for caring for and loving these sweet creatures!
I'm so happy you have a pair. Having only one is cruel for this highly social creature.
omg the YAHOOS!!! I would never tire of hearing that from them! LOL So adorable!!
They are the cutest little guys ❤️ bless your family for loving, protecting them and keeping them safe especially since they could not be returned to the wild.
2.16 - 2.19 just melted me and made me laugh at the same time!! Absolutely adorable!!
So absolutely adorable!!! They are lucky to have such caring prairie pup parents!!
OMG I could not get enough of their “yahoo”. Well done Sarah… ❤️
Such adorable love bugs! Thanks for sharing!!
If you are smart: THANK GOD FOR SUCH CREATURES WHO COMFORT US ON OUR JOURNEY OF LIFE!
I love the fact you can totally hear them when they say their Yahoo! It’s so cute you can actually understand it like they’re speaking English I love it, they’re just so damn cute.
Thank you so much for all of the love and care. These babies certainly have a wonderful home and mama family. 💕💕💕💕
I remember the Road trips driving to Sturgis South Dakota , we would always go and Visit the Badlands in SD. They have Prairie Dogs all over the place and my dad would buy a couple bags of Corn Nuts to feed them . Man they Loved those Corn Nuts it was so fun feeding them lol
2:19 look at that adorable smile. Never thought I'd see a prairie dog smile
Such loving little guys - all animals are so much more amazing than most people realize. The way they respond to a loving caretaker is all the proof I need that what's going on in their little minds is way more advanced than our current understanding.
“They won’t leave you alone”. Yup and it’s like that for all animals. They need our protection & care.
Wow, cuteness overload. Totally. What’s great is they’re so small, you can put them in pouches and carry them around wherever you go.
1:11 my goodness he looked bamboozled! 😂
I ADORE how they look laying on their back - especially when they’re sprawled out. So cute!
Whoever told you to have the cage in the center of all the action was very smart. That was a great tip that was probably a huge part in getting these lil guys comfy with you're family.
Pablo and Pedro are absolutely adorable. Thank you so much for caring for them and loving them, they are beautiful ❤
They’re absolutely gorgeous. Who knows what would’ve happened to them without the care they have now 💜 thanks for watching @Kevin Heath 🙏
@@CuddleBuddiesChannel It was a lovely watch, and I fully agree if not for the care they receive who knows what their beautiful lives would of been. Thank you ❤️
Adorable. So precious.
I never realized prairie dogs could be pets! They sure seem happy & at home! How cute they are!
omg....*pupils dilate* ..cuteness overload! :,'D
They're soo dang adorable...lol! People really need to do alot of research, before getting a wild animal as a pet, like P&P's new owner did. At least they're in a great home now, but I imagine alot of wild animal-pets aren't quite so lucky. ❤️❤️❤️💋
My ringtone on my cellphone is now Pablo & Pedro Yahooing. They are adorable.
'The cuteness is too much. They are so sweet and I'm happy they have a wonderful home.❤
OK... That is the single cutest thing I have ever seen! I have a variety of rescue dogs but OMG these guys are adorable!!! God Bless you for helping these fur babies!
They are really a cute pair of Prairie Dogs. Pablo and Pedro make me want to reach out and give them a cuddle; adorable.
They are just toooo cute! You're a great mom for saving then. They definitely show their appreciation.
Pablo and Pedro are so precious 🥺😍❤️
You can tell they're loved. They show so much trust. 💕
Cute animals shouting YAHOO at you. What more could you ask for?
They are WONDERFUL! ❤
God bless and thank you for taking great care of those two 🙏🏻
After so much Crulty against wild animals mostly birds in the area where I live seeing this video makes me smile a little. Thanks for take care those cuties. Blessings. 💛🌈
We’re happy this video could put a smile on your face, that’s great. Thanks for watching ♥️💙♥️
"Cruelty against wild animals mostly birds" in your area?! Wth do you live? In most places you can REPORT animal cruelty, especially against wildlife, depending on your country/state/city, most places have laws protecting domestic animals & wildlife.
@@bonniesilva5162 Maybe she's talking about hunters lol
That is a beautiful story😊
God bless all of you! Wonderful people, precious animals.
Oh my!! Our Creator made the cutest and loving little prairie dogs! They are so sweet!! Thank you God for all your creativity❤❤❤
2:18, possibly the cutest thing I’ve ever seen in my life! ❤❤❤
How cute they are and so lucky to be with you ⭐
This is what I love about Cuddle Buddies. You put out PSAs for rescuing/adopting exotic animals unlike the other channel... you know what channel.
I love seeing so many adorable, cuddly, yahooing Big Ounces in one video. 🥰
They're adorable and wonderful guardians ❤
Thank you for the
Message at the end, very important 👏 👌 👍
Yeah, you get older and you think youve seen just about everything. And then there's this.
They're definitely cute as hell! 😊
You will never really see everything unless you’re 100+ lol
@@zaraheart
Yeah, and even then! 😄
They couldn't be more adorable
Adorable beyond words!
That is the cutest thing ever.
Omg they’re adorable… I’d never even thought of prairie dogs as pets they are so cuddly… I know they are wild animals but these two had been dependent on humans thank goodness the family stepped in to help
🤧 aww they are so gorgeous, bless you for saving them. Great video thanks for sharing 💖😁
Thank you 🤗always willing to share the best stories with the world!!
Apart from "The Ounce" these are the next cutest praire dogs I've ever seen.
The 2 most PRIVILEGED prairie dogs...EVA!!!😄
ADORABLE!!!!!!!
You've never met mr. big ounce from @theurbanrescueranch and the other Prarie dogs in ouncetopia! Big ounce is a war hero, he's saved lives and built people's homes. Please check out uncle ben and all his hilarious commentary with all his fur children he adores. You won't regret it. Big ounce is the president of Prarie dogs for sure!
so wonderful that you found a way to include these amazing critters into your home and lives. They sure are cute!
They look so cuddly and affectionate, love them :)))
Yeah, so cute 😍