Animal Rights
To my 4-H daughter…
“The days are long, but the years are short” is never so true as it is for a 4-H mom, though you won’t understand that for awhile. We’re heading to the fair with your beloved moos today and I’m sure it will be some of the very best days of the year, but also push…
Read MoreCaring for animals with a conscience
People who care for animals do so with a conscience – we consider it an honor and privilege to do so. We give medication accordingly – with a conscience. However, farm size doesn’t change the care, concern and human conscience that goes into responsible animal care. If you’ve ever stood with a farm animal…
Read MoreThere is no singular “right” way to buy or grow food
Is it really possible a label on food is more important than civility? I think not. Is it likely marketing on healthy foods is just as challenging as marketing on junk food? You decide for yourself, but after 15 years of researching the topic, I’d say absolutely. Let’s get to the bottom of it.…
Read MorePecking order isn’t pretty
Warning – you may change the way you look at animals. You see, chickens are cannibals. They will peck and peck at each other until…well, you know. They are also amongst the world’s largest scavenger population. Chickens don’t just wait for a farmer to thrown corn down and happily peck the ground. They will…
Read MoreMothers standing in judgment
Remember the first time you heard a comment judging your choice as a mom? Did the claws come out or were you able to turn your head? Mothers don’t just judge each other on how they care for their children—they also judge each other on how they care for their cattle. While I…
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