Mom's in the dog house

The boys are not very happy with Mom these days.  Since we have not caught the poisonous snake that bit Roy, Mom has not taken the boys out of the pen.  Every morning after our walk, grooming, and breakfast, they stand at the door waiting to go play fetch.  They wait to no avail.  I am as afraid for myself as I am for them.  No playing outside the fenced area until Mr. Snake is found and disposed of!