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  1. Debby

    Connemara ponies.

    "BP" is my 15 hh, 16 year old, Connemara mare. I've had her since she was two and I'm very proud that I managed to train her myself. (Mistakes and all!) I've only had this one, but I would recommend a Connemara for anyone who wants a quiet, reliable horse to play with. They make great...
  2. Debby

    Training herding dogs?

    I have a very good Australian shepherd. She is always obedient and also interested in the cattle and chickens. Does anyone have experience with starting these dogs? She wants to help, but often gets the herd scattered or turned in the wrong direction. If I could just put a few commands...
  3. Debby

    Yakity, yak. Don't talk back.

    I visited a friend over the weekend and saw their yaks. They don't really belong here, but it was so interesting I thought I would share. Apparently there is a wild type yak that gets very big and then the domestic variety that stays much smaller and comes in a wide range of colors. The...
  4. Debby

    Devon Milking Cows (New Pics 1/29/14)

    Big news for the farm. The Devon Milking Cows arrived two weeks ago. Lark and Baby Cakes, both 2 1/2 months old. They are enjoying their new digs and I'm just plain loving them. For those who haven't heard of Devons, they are a triple purpose bred--milk, beef and oxen. It is a very...
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