Before you were even out of bed, I put on my snow boots (my Boggs were fine for today keeping my feet warm and dry), my overalls (gosh! These keep you so warm!) my coat, hat, gloves) and went to brave the cold to take care of everyone.
The ducks were quacking and happy to see me when I opened the door of their house to let them outside. Ducks like to stand on their toes and pull their heads and bodies towards the sky as they quickly flap their wings many times as their morning stretch.
Cherokee, the turkey who you saw yesterday always comes out chirping as do the five chickens who live in the same house.
This morning I had to carry water from our house because all of the outside water is frozen. Birds and animals should always have free access to fresh water.
Lastly, this group gets a scoop of 'scratch' which consists of a couple types of grain in small kernels. I spread this around their pen so they'll actively search the ground looking for pieces. This helps keep them warm.
After I've taken care of all our other farm friends, I'm headed back inside for a warm drink and some breakfast!
And you would be surprised, but all the animals know when to expect me. The horses expect their grain about 8am. Today I went late and here they were waiting!
And you would be surprised, but all the animals know when to expect me. The horses expect their grain about 8am. Today I went late and here they were waiting!
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