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LIFE AND DEATH – The Ultimate Cycle
“Life goes on.” “Death is inevitable.” Our relationship with the Texas Master Naturalist organization, as well as our continuing process of re-wilding our little corner of the world, has made Regina and me more aware of this constantly recurring cycle … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Change
Tagged basset hound, bluebirds, bunnies, canada geese, death, frogs, great horned owls, horse, Life, miniature donkey, quail sac brown band, racoons, skunks, squirrels, virus
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BIENVENIDO
The designation we received from the National Wildlife Federation as a Wildlife Habitat can mean many different things. It can mean you just have a sign posted on your front fence, it can mean you have good thoughts toward wildlife, … Continue reading
Posted in Animals
Tagged burrow, fire ants, habitat, peach trees, plum trees, pruning, Wildlife
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The Rationale For Change
Last week I wrote about the changes we are planning for our little piece of the Earth, but I failed to mention the rationale for such a change. We understand that we cannot make a huge impact on the whole … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Animals, Change
Tagged age, alpacas, Angora goats Babydoll sheep, chickens, donkeys, environment, horses
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Save The Animals
There have been many words spoken and written regarding the killing of a “famous” lion in Africa. Even though I am opposed to the senseless killing of animals for trophy or for sport, this will not be the emphasis of this … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Uncategorized
Tagged cats, chickens, deer, Dogs, ducks, geese, German Shepherds, homeopathic, horses, Lions, sport hunting, Trophy hunting, veterinarian
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The Dogs of Our Lives or How the Tail Wags
Once again, my muse/wife came to my rescue. I was fretting about my next post, since last week I had to dig into previously written material in order to keep my readers satisfied. (At least I hope you are satisfied). Regina … Continue reading
Posted in Animals
Tagged basset hound, blue heeler, Dogs, german shepherd, home show, horse show, husky, Mckinney, mixed breed, pomeranian, shelty, Tulsa, wolf, yellow lab
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When Animals Die
Last week we lost one of our animals to a tragic death. With over 40 animals in our care (a lot of them older animals) we know that animal deaths are inevitable. The life span of most animals is not … Continue reading
Posted in Animals
Tagged alpacas, cats, colic, coyotes, cremation, Dogs, euthanize, foundering, goats, horses, Jesse James, labyrinth, veterinarian
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