In accordance with directions from our local wildlife rehabilitator, we have been putting wet and dry dog food out for the young fox to help him get through the period where he is too young to get enough food on his own.  When we saw him the other day, we noticed that he is growing taller and had a bounce in his step.  Since we rarely see him during the day now, he must be getting enough food with our assistance. 

We now have the following juveniles being fed in our yard by their parents: chickadees, chipping sparrows, song sparrows, bluejays, redwing blackbirds, baltimore oriole.  The hummingbirds are making regular runs to a dense tree area below our riding arena, there must be a nest down there somewhere. 

The 5 phoebe chicks all left the garage nest 2 days ago.  I rescued one yesterday morning that was trying desperately to get through the garage window.  I scooped it gently with my hand, what a neat feeling.