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Jet Saves an Injured Red Shoulder Hawk

11/30/2014

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A few Saturdays ago, Jet made the kind of commotion that brought to mind—feral cat. I went out back to calm him. Rather than a cat, Jet had spotted an injured red shoulder hawk. (photo 1) A beautiful raptor who had likely clipped a utility wire and injured its left wing. I put Jet inside. The hawked again tried to fly but got no farther than a few yards. (photo 2) I telephoned county animal control. Operator promised to send some one who would then take the hawk to a raptor rehab center. Within 30 minutes, the rescuer arrived. (photo 3) That hawk actually seemed happy to see him. It sat patiently as he draped its head (photo 4) and then gently placed it in a crate for safe passage. (photo 5) Patient was reportedly doing well. Jet, for all his fury, saved him. I never would have spotted the quiet, orangey bird among the leaves. It would not have survived the night.

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    Rowan Scarborough
    MyBlackLabJet

    After four decades of doglessness, I brought Jet into my life six years ago. How did I go that long? Anyway, the wonders of a black Lab include fun, adventure and new friendships. That's what I'll write about. That, and my book.
    Walks are essential if you want a balanced dog and to know its true personality. A backyard existence doesn't work.

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    Jet and his No. 1 girlfriend. Photo By Bonnie Scarborough

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