Hannah’s Herd thread!

[Hannah_xx]

12.3! Gorgeous little girl she looks a lot of fun! And she’s stunning

Yes! She’s just a little poppet, but comes across as bigger somehow.. probably because she’s as wide as she is tall for most of the year

 

[Merab]

What lovely pictures and comments

 

[Hannah_xx]

Lucy styling some frosty hair during this mornings frost.

Fergus waiting for me to stop taking photos of Lucy, He didn’t appreciate the frosty grass so he waiting under shelter (albeit..a rickety shelter/old stable lol)




Maude being a good girl, she has started to accept her daily (3 weeks) antibiotics and will now take it while in the cage..which much easier!

 

[Hannah_xx]

Do you ever just get totally overwhelmed by the thought of all the animals In the world that are suffering? Why can’t I relax?
I guess it doesn’t help when I have to drive past a farmers paddock everyday and watch 3 dead newborn lambs slowly rotting away with ravens eating them
I wish I had unlimited money and could rescue all the animals. I wish I could do more.
Maudes little face helps me smile again tonight

 

[Siikibam]

It is difficult but unfortunately you can rescue them all. I hope the farmer clears them away soon. That can’t be good for the other animals around them

 

[Roselina]

You have such a big heart Hannah …. it is so hard and it would be wonderful to rescue all the animals…..
However….remember you are doing so much and have rescued so many….
Keep that in mind….. maybe that is all you can do

( I donate to Charities that help animals and protect birds so that is always something you could do?)

 

[Merab]

We can’t change the whole world but we can change the world around us.
You make a big difference to the lives you touch - human and animal.
You don’t know just how much you are influencing other people to make a difference.
It’s like ripples in a pond that spread outwards - just throw in the pebble.

 

[Siikibam]

We can’t change the whole world but we can change the world around us.
You make a big difference to the lives you touch - human and animal.
You don’t know just how much you are influencing other people to make a difference.
It’s like ripples in a pond that spread outwards - just throw in the pebble.

This, with Bells on. You are amazing with all that you do and how much you care

 

[VickiA]

We can’t change the whole world but we can change the world around us.
You make a big difference to the lives you touch - human and animal.
You don’t know just how much you are influencing other people to make a difference.
It’s like ripples in a pond that spread outwards - just throw in the pebble.

Completely.

 

[piggieminder]

Completely.

Me too!

 

[Hannah_xx]

Maude smelling the incoming grass!


And I took Mr Binki for a little walk this arvo in the winter sun..

 

[Siikibam]

Maude is sooo beautiful

 

[Hannah_xx]

Got all the pigs cleaned out over the past two days, took a bit of effort as been struggling with a headache for a couple of days too.
7 pigs require 3 loads of washing and drying. Which all got done today as well!


I’ve finally decided to change where I get the pig hay bales from. They loved the hay, and it was great for burrowing but the amount of hay seeds getting stuck in the fleeces was ridiculous and not to mention the amount of hay pokes I’ve had recently.
The bales I’ve changed onto is double the price but it’s lovely, soft and green. Though they don’t seem to be tucking into it as much as the other stuff but I’m sure they will like it soon. They still get their favourite Oaten hay as a garnish on top once or twice a day so they can’t complain…can they?

 

[Hannah_xx]

I noticed last night when giving them pellets and a hay top up before bed that Emily didn’t rush straight down the ramp for it, she did eat her dinner vigorously just an hour before so I wasn’t too worried. But this morning she was sitting in the cuddle sack, happily ran out to get breakfast salad but as I left for work she wasn’t in the hay tray. And when I got home she was in the cuddle sack again. I wheeeeeked and shared out grass that she was very enthusiastic for. And I know she is eating hay here and there but just doesn’t seem her normal self (she’s usually got a nest in the hay constantly eating!). I let them out for floor time to see what she would do. Luckily she came out and toodled around winding up Henry and Newton through the bars, and also stealing bits of their hay. Then as I went to put her back I noticed the carpet was discoloured, dabbed it with some tissue and alas it was rusty coloured. Seems she has a UTI. Which of course isn’t good but I’m glad I know what’s making her quiet. I’ll start her on some of Maudes antibiotics (she’s on it for 3 weeks for her tough UTI) and metacam tonight and phone the vet tomorrow. I hope they can just prescribe her some antibiotics without seeing her as I will not be able to get her to the vet as we are incredibly short staffed at work so I cannot take time off. If that fails Jon can run her up to the local farm (not exotic) vet when he gets home tomorrow.
Poor Emily! It’s not like her to be under the weather.

 

[Siikibam]

I hope Emily starts feeling better soon.

 

[Hannah_xx]

I just had Emily on my lap for an hour and a half waiting for her to do a pee so I could 100% confirm a UTI. Not only did she not pee during that time but nor did she produce any poops, I was starting to secretly get worried but I knew it must have been because she was worried. I never give my pigs lap time anymore so she isn’t use to it. I went back into the pig room and let her loose. 30 seconds later she wee’d and pooped on the tiles
But the pee was normal looking! Ack! Maybe it was Lion who produced the rusty wee?! Gosh I’m too tired now, and Lion was just popcorning on the spot, on top of a snuggle sack for about 30 seconds so I don’t think it’s urgent for tonight, I’ll do some more investigations tomorrow!
I did give Emily some metacam while she was on my lap.. I’m sure it won’t hurt her if there’s nothing wrong.
Pigs!

 

[Roselina]

Oh gosh - they do cause mischief ! I hope Emily is ok and Lion too ! Life doesn’t get easier does it Hannah

 

[Merab]

Hope the piggies are ok.
It’s a special piggy gift - how to age a slave!

 

[Hannah_xx]

All pigs seem to be okay in the end, not sure why Emily was quiet for a couple of days. Perhaps it was the change of hay? I also haven’t noticed anymore rusty coloured wee wee. And she seems to be much more active and happy again. But I will keep a close eye on her of course!
Clean out day today..

 

[Hannah_xx]

As you all know if you saw my rainbow bridge thread. We devastatingly lost Opal.
I’m actually dealing with it okay. But have awful sudden pangs of grief and guilt. I felt I gave up on her too quickly. I just don’t understand what happened really.
But she’s gone, and there’s nothing that can bring her back. So I must just focus on the rest of the herd.
It hurts so much to look at photos of her but I know one day I’ll want to look back. So here our my favourites.

 

[Siikibam]

What a beauty. I’m sorry you lost her. I think guilt is part and parcel of grieving. When I lost my Coco, I was still wondering what I could have done different a couple of months later. The pain has lessened but I still get tiny pangs when I see her pictures on my phone.

She looks happy and well looked after and I am sure she knew she was loved. You did all you could, and what was right.

 

[Roselina]

Ah dear Hannah we do get these what ifs, if only, should I ? etc.
It’s part of the grief as you know. You did the best you could for her.
In time you will be able to look at Opal’s photos and not feel as sad.
She brought so much love and joy into your lives ….piggy and hooman.
Take care of yourself Hannah

 

[Merab]

These feelings are a perfectly normal part of grieving.
Just keep on being gentle with yourself, and patient as grief takes time to work out.
Opal was a real beauty and you gave her a wonderful life.
Hugs

 

[Hannah_xx]

Things are okay here at the funny farm. Squeako’s are all good and well. Little Olive is doing just fine without her big sister.. in fact I think she’s quite chuffed to have Newton all to herself!..but let’s not let rainbow bridge Opal know that!
The chickens are funny and charismatic as always.
The horses are fat and happy, and lazy.
Fergus, the Dog is a good boy.
And the birdos are looking forward to spring.

We still don’t have a house sitter for our fast approaching U.K. trip in October..

 

[Swissgreys]

Keeping everything crossed for a house sitter to turn up soon.
Love the update and the photos too.

 

[Roselina]

My fingers are crossed so you get a house sitter organised.
Always lovely to see and read about Hannah’s farm ( or should I say Hannah’s ark )

 

[Merab]

Hope everything works out well for your trip.
Maybe you need an unemployed zoo keeper to come and house sit

 

[Hannah_xx]

Maude letting me know she’s stravvingggg tonight. Happy once she got her dinner and then pellets.





Pellets + poop. Maudes not fussy..



And some of the other animals, we’ve had some lovely sun the past couple of days.
Rosie:


Roxy:


Sprinkles:



Karen and Curly Sue enjoying a sunbathe


Cappa and Binki

 

[Roselina]

Lovely photos
I love hearing about ‘tribe’ Hannah

 

[Merab]