Farm journals can be an invaluable resource for large-scale and backyard farmers alike – but I admit I had never kept one. I have been thinking about doing it for YEARS but I can just never seem to find the motivation to get it going. I have lots of scrap paper as I love drawing out new …
Rabbits
Rabbits are generally thought of as very quiet and calm animals – thousands of generations as prey animals will do that to you. If you could be someone’s dinner, it’s best not to draw too much attention to yourself. People who have not spent much time around rabbits might look at this quiet demeanor and …
Farming is an incredibly challenging career. Managing hundreds of acres of crops or hundreds of animals, keeping it all running smoothly, battling the elements, unexpected early frosts, drought, disease….it is certainly not something to undertake casually. Backyard farming in the suburbs might not have challenges on the scale of commercial farming, but it comes with …
Rabbits are fiercely independent animals, combine that with prey animal instincts that tell them to run & hide, and it’s easy to see why many people think rabbits make stand-offish, boring pets. But the truth is, rabbits are really social animals. They would love the opportunity to interact with you or play with toys. Playtime …
Rabbits in general are pretty low-maintenance, healthy animals, but you never know when an emergency or illness will strike. As a responsible animal owner, you want to be prepared to treat minor issues and illnesses. If you have all the items you need at hand, in one convenient location, you can get your rabbit on …
It’s that time of year again. Winter is nearly upon us. It’s time to start getting ready for the storms that are bound to be on the way. If you live in an area likely to get snow several times, it’s a good idea to make these preparations in early winter. Get ready in advance …
If you own fiber rabbits you know that keeping their coats clean and mat free can be a very time-consuming job. For the most part, there are three ways of harvesting the fibers – plucking, shearing & combing. They can all be done humanely and above all, none should cause the rabbit any harm …
Feeding your wool-producing rabbits is not always as easy as going to your local pet store and picking up a bag of rabbit pellets. Because Angoras are constantly producing silky soft wool they need a diet higher in protein than your average rabbit. They also need plenty of fresh greens & hay to keep excess …
With the summer in full swing and the temperatures on the rise, there are a couple of things you can do to help your rabbits beat the heat. Rabbits are pretty hardy animals, but they do much better in the cold than in the heat. This is especially true if you are raising fluffy Angora …
My husband and I were getting ready for a lovely 6-day getaway cruise – just him and me, no kids! This is a rare treat for any parent, but for a parent with 4 human children and over 50 critter children, it is not only an incredibly rare treat but a logistical headache. When we …