Ryan you really are a wonderful writer!
When I was young my favorite books were along this line, the humorous and tender side of being with animals. The Egg and I was one that I laughed my way through. Another, the name of which eludes me at the moment, was about a man in Canada who shared his cabin home with a mountain lion. Your writing reminds me so much of these books which I enjoyed so much.
Thank you for sharing not only your adventure, but your wonderful talent!