On our way to Bend, Oregon this past weekend, we had an unexpected hitchhiker. Imagine our surprise when a Pacific Tree frog  jumped onto the dashboard from parts unknown.  Actually, we think he burrowed into a bag that had been on our back patio - and inadvertently got smuggled into the car.

Froggy went A-riding - uh huh.

We wrestled with what to do with the little guy as we already miles from home. Do we release him somewhere and hope for the best?  My husband raised concerns - after all, this frog has lead a sheltered life. A well-protected patio with big pots, planter boxes, and a fountain comprise his world.

Therefore, we decided to stop at an Ace Hardware store and pick up a temporary bin for the trip ahead. We added some flowers and a bit of water to his habitat and felt good about our decision. Once in Bend, we transferred the frog to another container and purchased some live crickets for his two day stay.

Home away from home

Happily, he seemed fine when we returned home yesterday. Carefully, we placed his plastic travel home on its side in a large potted Begonia plant. We watched like anxious parents until he leaped out to safety, hiding among large leaves. It’s good to know he’s out there, safely home - eating bugs and doing his usual froggy thing.

Froggy is home

 

 

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Those troublemaker hitchikers Debb. A great story!!

2:21pm • #18
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Debb,

You two are amazingly wonderful froggy lovers.  He wanted to go to Bend and you were so nice to buy him a traveling case...I bet you had a wonderful time with your precious grandkids.  Wishing you a great week.  A

3:20pm • #19
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Congratulations on the new pet, Debb :) I would have probably been a little frazzled with a frog in the car.

3:30pm • #20
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Oh Debb!  You are so awesome.    This lucky guy got in the right car!

 

4:14pm • #21
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Debb, you are such a nature fan. This reminds me that my son was taking my daughter to school the other day and spotted a leafbug on the bumper. He joked with her and said it was going to school with her. When he got home he saw it was still there but on the licence plate now. He took a picture and sent it to her saying "Leafy didn't get off, he was too busy reading Licence plates." She laughed!

5:39pm • #22
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Debb~ I agree with Dick,  Froggy got a nice vacation.  I also agree with Alan, I would have dropped Froggy off along the way!  You are just too good!

7:50pm • #23
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Hi Debb, One has to wonder of this is the very same tree frog that was hanging out on your patio umbrella. Maybe he just wants to hang out with you guys and decided to take a wee trip with you so stowed away. Love happy endings!

8:55pm • #24
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That is too funny!!! Glad you found him and kept him safe. Looks like he had a great time. He probably would have scared me half to death if I found him in my car! Glad it worked out!
9:25pm • #25
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Debb - I love frogs and what a great story. How considerate that you took such great care of him and then brought him home! Bend must have been gorgeous? Did the little guy think of relocating? lol.

6:09am • #26
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Inna, wouldn't have had it any other way. It's hard to tell if we're friends...frogs can be a bit aloof. lol

Hi Janis - we thought the same. He really isn't very street smart. ;)

Adrian, yes you added another reason as to why we didn't leave him at my son's home in Bend. Totally different habitat.

6:35am • #27
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Mary Elizabeth - yes, as he hangs out under one of our outdoor speakers ( must dig the music) and waits for bugs around the back porch light. He's got it made.

Lloyd, next time we pack for a road trip, we'll check in the bags "before" we load them, just in case. ;)

It was fun Sheila, and the grand kids in Bend got a real kick out of it...told Froggy bye bye  - see you at Oma's house, when we left on Sunday.

6:39am • #28
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Nancy, exactly,  they'll think he's telling a fairy tale. Ha.

Tatyana, yep, I hope he's back to normal and enjoying his small world out back.

Hi Dorie, lol. I'm a nut right?  Glad that my husband is similar - we really anthropomorphize animals.

6:41am • #29
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Gayle, I almost called you. Ha. I needed to know what they eat - but then looked on line. Not sure why I thought you'd know what frogs eat. I knew bugs, but wasn't sure how to feed them in temp captivity. Love you back and hope life is great at Fishhawk Lake.

Ginny, I think we did too. It was a bit of a hassle, but worth it.

Gary, who knew frogs could be so sneaky? :) :)

6:44am • #30
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Oops, hey Alan, just saw that I started my replies at page 2. SORRY!  You were the first comment and I missed ya. We were going to look for a wetland area, but then got to thinking about what the normal enviroment is like for the little guy, hence the adventure.

Dick, yes - and my grandkids got to experience the adventure with us. :) I'm sure they'll remember the time we came to visit with our dog and a FROG in tow. Ha ha. Glad to hear you would have done the same. Makes me happy. ( Love your cat story - especially the last line).

Belinda, exactly. You get it perfectly. :)

Marie, when you see them on a daily basis hanging out - it's hard not to feel a bit protective. Glad your outdoor pets are working so hard for you.

That's okay Anita , I still love ya. We're all a bit different - that's what makes the world interesting.

Q-man. Oh yeh, froggy did have a big adventure. Love the cricket story and their nightly tune ... wonder if the local frogs are enjoying the transplants too? If you know what I mean. :)

6:52am • #31
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Alexandra, it added a fun element to the trip this time. And yes, had a wonderful time with the wee ones and missed a big snowstorm my a day. Do you suppose froggy knows how to put on chains? lol.

Team Zuhl - when he first hopped up to the dash, we both were quite startled. Last thing we expected. Lol.

Cal gal - thanks, I feel the same about you.

Ellen, that's a cute story. I love his sense of humor. ( your son, not the bug)

Donna, not if you'd seen this little guy on the back porch on a daily basis. It's too personal. Ha.

Cindy, we have about three or four who hang out there on a regular basis, so could be. :) 

Tiffany, full disclosure, we shrieked a bit when he first appeared. Argh, what is it? Haha.

Kris, good to see you and you've been on my mind. Bend is always beautiful - not sure froggy thought much about staying - but we sure did. :)

6:59am • #32
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What a sweet story! We rescue a lot of frogs from our pool and often take them to the conservation area near our home. Way to go the extra distance! Now if Camas WA Realtor Debb Janes goes this far to help a FROG, how far do you think she will go to help a home buyer or seller?!

9:21am • #33
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You got it Shannon. You can bet I work my tail off for my clients  - buyers and sellers. :)

1:01pm • #34
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Debb, what a great story and what great frog parents you and hubby make..:)

11:22pm • #35
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Rebecca - glad you understand. I'm sure others would think we're nuts. ;)

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Debb ~ All creatures deserve to be treated with kindness & respect.  I wish more folks were as kind and thoughtful as you & your hubby. (one exception, spiders : ))

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