Vet Med Training

One of the University of Illinois' vet med classes stopped by the farm tonite. They were there to see a chiropratic demostration and some benefits of acupuncture on large animals. 

I have to admit that I never knew the animals (any kind) needed chiropractic care but then I have never been to a chiropractor before either. I guess I fall into that "they're not real doctors" group. I listened intently and she (the vet) was very well informed, personable and truly a delight to listen to. 

With just a few pokes, rubs and prods Hobbitt (the horse) could move his head farther to the right than he ever could before. Rachel will testify to this. 

Anyway, here are some photos from the demonstration.

Video might be available later after I get it cleared. And find my transfer cable - Sony has to be different in cable connections.

5:30 feeding

Hopefully only one more feeding this afternoon that I need to do and Velvet will totally take over. She is doing much better this morning with her mothering duties. While I was feeding Lucky the colostrum we initially milked from her, she was right there making sure all things were going well. After I got done, he nursed like he was supposed to and she seemed to be ok with it. I think the initial stress of it all and Saint being there made things a bit bumpy. This is Valentino's first...at least now we know he is capable of getting the job done. Now to watch Brownie more closely as we think she is due soon too.

Name that goat...

We have a new goat. 

unexpected.

boy.

about 3 hours old in this picture taken at 7:30pm.

Our first kid was a female named Lightning and first impressions or to name this one Thunder. They have different parents but for the first two born on th e farm... Maybe?