New lamb and low water 7/19/2026

We had a new addition to the flock last night around dusk: meet Cotton. Named after Cotton Woods.


We have set some animal crackers out, for sheep treats, if you would like to meet Cotton and crew.


The animal crackers are in front of the chain link fence, which is not "hot". The rest of the fencing is electrified and may zap a little if you make contact. Keep an eye on little ones, please, when they go out to visit. 

Water levels continue to be erratic. It is a blessing that we still have water at all with the drought, and that may change. We will keep you posted. 



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