Feral Hog Reprieve Cancelled

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@markhooper : They are in fact retired Greyhounds. I have been blessed to have had nine dogs in my life and the last six have been Greyhounds. Absolutely fabulous family members that had to endure horrible living conditions in their past lives as racers.

When adopting a Greyhound they strongly emphasize to never let them off the leash or you will never see them again. That may apply to individuals who have no clue of how to properly train a dog, but I had each Greyhounds trained in less than a week. No leashes while on property, three hot meals a day, 24/7 access to their outside pen, and much love.

 

[Bedrock Bob]

@markhooper : I also carry a 1911 or a MAC - 10 on a thigh holster for quick access in case things go south.

@Bedrock Bob : You are absolutely 100% correct. They can be extremely dangerous and will most likely eat your hat as well. Did they weigh the pig you posted? He looks heavier than 300 pounds.

He may be bigger than 300. The guy on the right is a Texas hog man for sure and he estimated 300#.

They have shot several in the past that were bigger. I don't think they weighed any of them.

They go to the farm 2-3 times a year for a massacre and have their hands full shooting them and dragging them off. There is an adjacent landowner with lots of acreage that allows them to multiply freely. So they have their hands full when they get together for a hunt. Pretty much nonstop action all day and night.

There is a pipeline that crosses the property with a good view from the house. About 1200 yards of low brush just high enough for them to feel safe. You can spot hogs walking through there 24 hours a day if you look hard enough. You can kill a pig or five just having coffee on the front porch.