The Sun has been out and the weather has been beautiful this week

NICHOLAS

Well, Nicholas, our beloved old pony has been out soaking up the warm sun this week, enjoying the gentle rays that herald the arrival of spring. He has been spending a significantly longer time outside than he typically does, loving the spring grass, without the usual pacing that often accompanies his time in the pasture. This seems to be doing wonders for his health, providing him with the nourishment he craves after a long winter. However, despite his new found enjoyment of the great outdoors, he still insists on returning to his cozy stable at night. It is clear that he has a deep affection for his home comforts, where he can feel safe and secure, surrounded by familiar sights and sounds. Each evening, as the sun sets and the air cools, he eagerly trots back to his stable, where he finds his favourite bedding and the peace he has come to cherish. His routine of spending time outside during the day and retreating to his stable at night reflects not only his love for the sunny weather but also his need for his comfort and safety that his stable provides. It just highlights his personality and preferences, reminding us of the simple joys that come with caring for an older pony.

WABBIT

Wabbit, our adorable three-week-old lamb, has been enjoying the warm sunshine alongside her two surrogate mothers, who are both actually Valais Blacknose sheep. It's quite a sight to see, especially considering that Wabbit is a very striking black/ blue faced Leicester. The playful antics of Wabbit leaping around our garden doing crazy zoomies is so funny. She bounds around with such energy, exploring her surroundings with the innocent curiosity that only a young lamb can possess. The two mums, Wilma and Minty, are incredibly nurturing, constantly keeping a watchful eye on Wabbit as she runs about.

Even when the rest of the flock comes down from the fields to greet them through the fence, Wilma and Minty remain dedicated to their adopted baby. It's heart warming to see the protective instincts of Wilma and Minty kick in, as they gently guide Wabbit away from the fence when our two friendly Bernese Mountain dogs go to say hello.

Wilma and Minty are not just any ordinary sheep; they are sisters, having been bottle-fed as lambs themselves in previous years, but they still exhibit a hint of nostalgia for their own days of being fed from a bottle. It’s amusing to observe how both of them still show interest in the teat, eagerly approaching it with a hopeful expression, as if they believe they might still be young enough to enjoy it. I often find myself laughing as I remind them that they are now big girls and that it's time to stop trying to pinch the bottle for themselves. Every day is filled with laughter as we watch their interactions, hence making our garden a lovely place to sit and watch these remarkable animals.

MOOSE

Moose, our gorgeous Bernese Mountain Dog puppy, has had quite a challenging week that has tested both his resilience and our patience as pet owners. As he is currently teething, this natural process has turned him into a rather unhappy boy. The discomfort associated with teething has manifested in various ways; most notably, he has been grinding his teeth incessantly, which is quite unusual for him. Additionally, we noticed that he was often holding his head to one side, a clear indication that he was not feeling his best. Concerned , we promptly made an appointment at the vet's as it was evident that he was experiencing significant discomfort. In the meantime, to help alleviate some of his pain, I administered some dog painkillers as recommended by our vet. The day of his vet appointment, however, was a remarkable turnaround for Moose. He seemed to bounce back to his happy, goofy self. It was a relief to see him so lively again, and the grinding of his teeth had noticeably ceased, which led me to wonder if he had managed to swallow the tooth, bringing him the relief he so desperately needed. As a result of him swallowing his tooth, Moose unfortunately didn’t have a tooth to leave under his pillow for the Tooth Fairy. Instead, he will have to wait for the next round of teething to see if he can provide a little token for her.

All in all, while this week has been tough for Moose, it has also reminded us of the importance of monitoring our pets closely and ensuring that they receive the care they need so that he can continue to grow into the wonderful, beautiful boy we know and love.

Well that's all for now and i will speak to you all next week on my next blog

Much Love

The Little Farm of Chaos xx