My husband, Blaine, and I welcomed our sweet pupper, Lenny, into our family about three years ago now. I had actually inquired at our local animal shelter about a different dog, only to be told about Lenny and that she and I had the potential to be a great fit. Blaine and I went to … More A reactive dog doesn’t mean a bad dog
Being a farmer’s daughter, in combination with living and working on our family farm for most of my life, one could assert that I’m a little bit biased on the topic of agriculture, and I suppose they would be correct in their assertion. I’ve always been quite passionate about farming, and my background and experience … More Why aren’t we worried about the future of farmland?
My brother and sister-in-law were kind enough to include some gifts for our dog, Lenny, this past Christmas, when we exchanged gifts with one another. Blaine and I certainly weren’t expecting anything for Lenny, but the thoughtfulness of the gesture is sincerely appreciated, and one of the items for Lenny was a brand of dog … More Looking for some high-quality dog treats? Read this
In our home, we have a sort of parallel between our two cats. Lionel is a tuxedo cat, and this year he will turn 12, which is hard to believe; our other cat, Timmy, is orange through and through, and he is two. As much as Timmy enjoys Lionel’s company, I don’t believe Lionel feels … More Trying to occupy a busy cat? Get them this toy
I would wager that anyone who owns a cat can attest to how great they are. Anytime I encounter someone who claims they’re not a fan of cats, I can’t help but question their character, and, furthermore, debate whether or not I trust them as a person. Unless you’ve had an exceptionally traumatizing experience with … More How well do you know your cat?
When it comes to animals, most folks tend to associate ‘playing’ with dogs, but anyone out there who is the proud owner of a cat can attest to the fact that cats, much like dogs, enjoy playing. I suppose I would say that dogs perhaps tend to play more often than cats do in a … More Trying to entertain your cat? Read this
Blaine and I adopted our rescue dog, Lenny, roughly three years ago now. She originally came from North Carolina, although she ended up in the care of the wonderful folks at the Brantford SPCA, which is where we were able to adopt her from. We positively adore her, as does anyone who meets her, and … More Consider these dog treat alternatives for your pup
Two of my good friends recently endured a very hard loss. They found out that one of their beloved dogs was riddled with cancer, and they decided to end his suffering out of respect for him and the love and joy he brought their family. Both of my friends are taking the loss extremely hard, … More Understanding the grief of losing a pet
In the context of dogs, it seems as though the majority of individuals, when looking to find a dog to join their family, tend to gravitate toward breeders as opposed to adoption or rescue facilities. To be honest, I completely understand why; when you purchase a dog when it is a puppy, you’re able to … More Stop shopping and start adopting
I had a recent conversation with my mom during which she and I chatted about my blog. She reads it daily, and I admitted to her that there are times I simply cannot conjure an ounce of inspiration for a post idea and resort to what I call cheater posts. When I am in the … More Facts for fun (part one)
I absolutely love cats, and I always have. Despite the fact that I had a rather harrowing ordeal as a child with a cat involving me attempting to pet it and it, in turn, taking a chunk out of my hand, I was not deterred by these majestic beasts, and I imagine they will be … More Cats are smarter than you think
When I wrote yesterday’s post, I truly was not anticipating a secondary post on the same topic. But, as it turns out, deer are a lot more interesting than I initially thought, hence why we are here on a part-two post. I feel as though deer have earned a rather poor reputation in the animal … More How much do you know about deer? (part two)
I’ve seen a handful of deer over the past few days while out and about, and seeing them encouraged today’s topic. Deer are very common throughout the area my family and I reside in, but despite their notable presence in my life since I’ve been a kid, I realized I don’t really know a whole … More How much do you know about deer? (part one)
I’ve really been riding the dog theme as of late, in the slim chance you didn’t notice yourself, and today’s post will continue this trope. If you don’t have a dog, I do apologize for the lack of relatable material. If you do have a dog, I sincerely hope these past few posts have been … More Looking for some higher-quality dog treats? Look no further
I wager it is relatively safe to assume that if you own a dog, your dog arguably wears a collar. Perhaps not all of the time, and maybe only when said dog is taken for a walk outdoors, but it is more likely than not that if a dog lives alongside you, there is a … More If you have a dog, read this
This past Monday was a rough one for my family and me. My parents have three dogs, all of which are Australian Blue Heelers, and they’re quite literally our world. Blue is the oldest and is a male, and Finn and Remi are one year younger and are biological sisters. Blue is five, and the … More Rest peacefully, sweet Remi
I wrote a post a little while ago about a show I’m currently watching called Marco Polo. While I’m finding it a little tricky to follow at times regarding its plot, it is a great watch, and I definitely recommend it. In the show, a specific form of martial arts, referred to as Praying Mantis … More Have you heard of Praying Mantis Kung Fu?
Before anyone decides to judge me for dressing my dog in a onesie, please hear me out. If you read yesterday’s post, you will know that our dog, Lenny, was recently hit on the road by a trailer; the incident was entirely her fault, not to sound too harsh, but we are extremely fortunate and … More Looking for a dog onesie? Look no further
This past Tuesday was a rather hellish day for Blaine and me, but even more so for our sweet dog, Lenny. We rescued Lenny a few years ago now, and when she came to us she wasn’t quite a year old. She has grown and matured tremendously in the time we have spent with her, … More A gentle reminder to count your blessings
I am a firm believer that an individual can be both a cat person and a dog person without having to prioritize one choice over the other. I’ve never understood the notion of someone only liking either cats or only dogs, and honestly, I find the ideology to be a bit whack. Why the hell … More Considering adopting a cat? Read this first
I came across an Instagram reel a little while ago that I continue to periodically think about. I wish I had saved it, but, alas, I did not, so my own explanation of the reel will have to suffice. **Update: A lovely follower of mine shared the video with me. You can view it here. … More As it turns out, cats are kinder than you think
When Blaine initially suggested writing about pigs, as I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I was not anticipating having to allot two posts to the subject matter. But, as it turns out, there is more to know about pigs that one may suspect, hence why we are here, on day two of our conversation pertaining to … More How much do you know about pigs? (part two)
I have to share a personal little tale with all of you before we delve into the subject matter of all things pigs. I had just started on a draft of this post and left my laptop open with my blog page on the screen. All I had written was the title, which reads “How … More How much do you know about pigs? (part one)
Beef tallow is something I never gave a tremendous amount of thought to up until relatively recently. The reason behind a new and found interest in this magical stuff is thanks to a local business known as Tallow Twins; founded by two twins I went through school with, these sisters have created a number of … More You really should be using more beef tallow
Allow me to stipulate that I used a short form in my title if you’re pondering what in the heck The Royal is. The Royal in question refers to The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair that takes place annually in Toronto, Ontario, and it has been something my family and I have frequented since my sister … More Have you been to The Royal?
When one resides on a working farm, finding kittens here and there is not a terribly uncommon occurrence, especially if livestock is present. Stray cats often seek shelter in barns on farms where there is heat from materials like hay and straw and typically choose to nest in these areas prior to delivering kittens, if … More Caring for kittens
If you aren’t terribly familiar with the term ‘wrangler,’ please do not stress. In fact, there is a strong probability you do, in fact, know what this term encompasses, and instead have simply heard it being called by another name that is synonymous with its meaning, which is ranching. I think I recall hearing or … More Wondering about wrangling? Read this
Everyone and their mother seems to be talking about beef tallow as of late, and for good reason; it has exploded into the beauty realm with an undeniable presence, arguably a result of the incredible benefits it offers to those who make use of it. I try my best to shop and support local whenever … More Move over, moisturizer: Tallow Twins’ For the Face has you covered
Agriculture, like any other sector of the business world, has its highs and lows. Regardless if you’re a cash cropper or involved with livestock, you’re going to have days that are great, and you’re inevitably going to have days that are pure shit. Sometimes I can’t help but speculate as to whether or not the … More The importance of challenging agricultural misconceptions
Animals have been a central component of my family since I could walk. Our family dog, Ducky, was the first pet I ever had, and funnily enough, she and I were born in the same year. She was a part of our family until she was about 13, and it was at that same age … More The privilege of owning animals
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