Per my sons request last night, I googled Jake Wilder, he has grown up hearing many stories of my great grand father his great great grand father Jake Wilderand his dogs.  I want to Thank you for the stories and pictures that you have posted including him.  I have many memories of growing up and going to Grandma Wilders for Sunday dinner.  I recall with great awe walking the path between Jakes dogs, while gathering eggs with Grandma.  Again Thank you for your insight.