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  • In a series of posts I would like to compare and contrast the major groups in the mammalian fancy: breeders of horses, dogs, cats, and rodents.  While these groups have […]

    The Equestrian Order

    In a series of posts I would like to compare and contrast the major groups in the mammalian fancy: breeders of horses, dogs, cats, and rodents.  While these groups have […]

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  • Animal companionship has numerous documented mental and physical health benefits for humans, and in moderation, there is little harm.  But moderation is illusive and harm comes when animals are valued for […]

    Münchausen by Harley

    Animal companionship has numerous documented mental and physical health benefits for humans, and in moderation, there is little harm.  But moderation is illusive and harm comes when animals are valued for […]

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  • The Kennel Club has announced today that 2012 will be the last year the club will register the offspring from two merle parents. Bravo, Kennel Club, bravo! If you’re curious […]

    KC Bans Merle to Merle Mating

    The Kennel Club has announced today that 2012 will be the last year the club will register the offspring from two merle parents. Bravo, Kennel Club, bravo! If you’re curious […]

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  • Last spring I proved somewhat useful as a ranch-hand in a manner befitting my natural gifts and working ranch experience: I got to sit on the back of Heifer #205 […]

    And Now A Cow

    Last spring I proved somewhat useful as a ranch-hand in a manner befitting my natural gifts and working ranch experience: I got to sit on the back of Heifer #205 […]

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  • 25 brand new Frisbees just arrived and the dogs are as high as toddlers at Christmas.  Dublin spent the first night bringing them to me one by one from the […]

    Frisbees!

    25 brand new Frisbees just arrived and the dogs are as high as toddlers at Christmas.  Dublin spent the first night bringing them to me one by one from the […]

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