Chicken Chat: Escaped Chickens Evade Numerous Threats
October 24, 2022When chickens escape their coop and make a run for it, it’s a matter of life or death as they evade a handful of immediate threats.
How To Handle A Dog Around Your Chickens
June 15, 2022Wild predators are a sure threat to your chickens, but don’t forget that a neighbor’s dog (or even your own) can and will kill a beloved bird, too.
Breed Profile: Get To Know The Australian Shepherd
November 17, 2021A widely respected stock dog with a reputation for an intense nature, the Australian Shepherd makes a valuable addition to the livestock pasture.
5 Tips For a Dog-Friendly Garden
May 11, 2015Don’t let your garden and pooch vie for your adoration. Create a garden space that your dog can enjoy, too.
Fence Dogs Out of Your Garden
April 27, 2015Man’s best friend isn’t necessarily your garden’s BFF. Employ fencing to ensure dog’s aren’t tempted by your growing veggies.
Will My Dog And Chickens Get Along?
August 1, 2014For your pooch and flock to live together in harmony, you need to know your dog and it’s boundaries.
Protect Your Livestock from Ticks
July 16, 2012Mom took me and Uzzi for a walk the day before yesterday, and we all got ticks. Now Uzzi and I have itchy spots where Mom took them off. Ow!
Giving Back
October 3, 2011Photo by Audrey Pavia Zani, this blue-pointed Ragdoll, is one of the cats I met at the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center. I have a soft spot in my heart for homeless creatures, which might explain why so many of my urban farm animals are rescues. All four of my cats, two of my […]
Sounds of the Urban Farm
February 28, 2011I have the benefits of city life alongside those of the barnyard.
The Dogs of Rapallo
December 17, 2010Another item on the long list of things that I like about life here in Rapallo is the fact that there are a whole lot of dogs to play with on the streets.
