Surprise Visitor!

Mrs Runalong and Teddi the Wonder Dog were out working in the yard yesterday and discovered this fellow wandering about. I took a picture and we set him loose; then I did some research: there are no tortoises native to this area, but this is a Russian Tortoise, popular among pet owners (at least among pet owners who aren't deeply committed to the whole "soft and cuddly" mindset). And he's worth over $100! I'll see if I can find him again and trade him for a tank of gas.