Because of the 10 to 12 inches of new snow forecast for the next 48 hours,
I bought more gasoline for the snowblower. It's in the 5 gallon container.
I've added the dehydrating agent. 

Because it was a warm afternoon and the snow was soft, I used the snow
blower to remove sufficient snow from around the small blue van to mobilize
it. However although the battery of the small blue van seems strong enough
to turn over the engine, the car will not start. It's in no shape to be
taken to Nantucket. When next I see you, you can tell me how you plan to
proceed.

You must not let the dog situation (which is bizarre beyond telling 
and out of control) interfere with your work.