It could be any time of day when Miguel and I suddenly say "squirrel squirrel" or "kitty kitty", and both dogs will blaze throught the living room with nails scratching, mouths barking and squealing on their way to the backyard to chase the intruders.  They usually get within about 3 feet of the animal before it turns and climbs or ducks under the fence, up a tree and to a safe place well out of reach.  So far our canine team hasn't had any successful runs at capturing anything. 

Recently, however, Miguel and I have started feeding the squirrels a nice handful of corn and sunflower seeds - a tasty treat.  Now that spring is on its way, we're finding a regular visitor to the yard in the mornings.  I think we have one squirrel in particular that keeps returning for the free grub.  In order to not feel like we're baiting the poor animal, we'll lay low in the morning and slowly close the bedroom door with Lucy inside.  Then we'll tap on the window and say something non-telling like "whats a whats it?".  She'll prop her front two feet on the dresser and scout the yard with her radar vision until she spots the little bugger.  How frustrating it must be to suddenly have no way out - abruptly stopped by the closed door.  But on the other hand, it is very funny for us.  Sorry Lucy.  Afternoons and evenings, however are still fair "squirrel squirrel" and "kitty kitty" game as there is no actual baiting of the trespassers involved.  Hard on the wood floors, but worth every moment.  Squirrel Squirrel?