60. ~ Prairie Dog ~

Prairie dogs and ground hogs are two completely different animals. They prairie dog is much smaller in size. They live to be five years old and weigh about two to three pounds. They have black-tipped tails, and cute short ears. They live in underground burrows. Baby prairie dogs are born hairless. An average litter is four. The badger is a big enemy of the prairie dog. There are about seven species of prairie dogs. The balck-tailed species is now off the endangered list. They are tan coloured with a white underbelly. They live in a complex under- ground tunnel system, which is designed with many different chambers. They have about a dozen ways to call and communicate. The babies are called yearlings. Prairie dogs are only active during daylight hours. Due to the fact, they have numerous enemies they will live on flat lands with little vegetation. Prairie dogs are members of the squirrel family. Their homes are often called prairie towns, as they live in colonies. Generally, females will out number the males by five to two. When prairie dogs meet, the kiss by touching noses and front teeth. They live mainly on grasses. They stand or sit with their paws together. They are adorable looking.

Medicine:

Prairie dogs remind us to greet others warmly and not to be standoffish. They teach us to be great organizers and to offer help to our own communities. They teach us to pray for things we need and not simply for the things we want. They remind us to become landscapers around our neighbourhoods. Prairie dog medicine teaches us that sometimes we must dig deep to truly get to know someone's true personality and nature. They teach us that when we learn of news we should quickly spread and share it with others, especially if it can help them.