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Being very careful not to touch it, my husband moved the squeaking critter to a dog-free zone, in the hopes it would just flap away.

Hikers will wear long pants if the occasion calls for it, to protect their legs against scrapes, critters and the elements, but heavy denim is not a common choice for long, recreational walks in nature.

He discovered a new world of smells, critters, and people who would, inevitably, stop and ask, “Wow, what is that dog?”

Using animatronics and other tools, many of these practical critters moved and appeared to even breathe, causing more than a few of us to scream in surprise.

It could lead to the protection of wildlife corridors — for mountain lions, bears and other local critters — as well as better maintenance of trails, according to supporters.