Working dogs
Saturday, August 13, 2022 I truly believe there is no happier dog than a dog who has a job. Our guardian dogs might not have the cushy life that house dogs do, but they love their jobs and are … Continued
Who goes there?
Wednesday, August 10, 2022 Was it the almost full moon or the overflow excitement from Juno’s birthday or a cougar wandering too close to the property? Whatever it was the dogs did not sleep much last night with all that … Continued
Happy Birthday Juno!!
Tuesday, August 9, 2022 Guess who turns one year old today? Juno! Watching her grow from the timid little pup who was afraid of the snow, to one very impressive livestock guardian dog, we are so glad this girl joined … Continued
Little king of the hill
Wednesday, July 13, 2022 A few days ago we had a load of dirt delivered to be spread over some low spots in front of the girls barn. But the alpacas and dogs are having such a good time with … Continued
Happy Barn Cats and a stinky dog
Tuesday, July 12, 2022 I wonder if Odin was waiting for the hay delivery to return home? All 3 barn cats are so happy when we get the new hay stacked and their perching places increase tenfold. Nooks and crannies … Continued
Quiet Tuesday
Tuesday, July 5, 2022 A nice quiet Tuesday is just what our dogs need. Actually it sounds pretty good to me too. I can barely stand to read the news today. I do and I will because I feel it … Continued
Cat and Dog cooperation
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 I know of old farmers who will not feed barn cats. “If ya feed ’em, they won’t catch mice” they say. Nonsense I say. We do feed our barn cats of course and they get a … Continued
Thunder dogs
Friday, June 24, 2022 Our big boy Blue does NOT like thunder, and we don’t even want to think about fireworks. Well yesterday evening a little thunderstorm rolled in and I could see the concern in his face. So we … Continued
Blue’s agreement
Friday, June 17, 2022 Blue and I made an agreement. He will be still and let me groom him as long as I stop when he says “enough”. 5 – 10 minutes is about all he likes and I have … Continued
Full moon barking
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 The full moon last night had all the dogs on full alert. For what? I don’t know, but Juno was especially vocal. Our guardians are both young, but I have to trust them to bark when … Continued
Whew, all done!
Sunday, June 12, 2022 Whew! Best feeling ever is when shearing day is over and it’s all gone smoothly. The shearing crew we had this year was excellent and the animals all look great. Our volunteer helpers were wonderful as … Continued
Where is the Manatee?
Sunday, June 5, 2022 You can always count on dogs for entertainment. The saga of the manatee continues. If you missed part 1, you can find it here. I’ll let you read about part 2 in the photos below. It’s a … Continued