I woke up early and went out back to check on the animals. The dogs stayed out all night and greeted me as I came into view. I spent a few minutes loving on them and turned my nose up at their stinky fur. Whew! Y'all need a bath!! They disagree and go off romping together in the back yard. Then I checked in on the rabbits. We have been raising meat rabbits for years and I just love them. Well, to my surprise, one of my young mamas
had another litter (kindling) this morning and they were cold! She hadn't pulled much fur and had them on the mesh instead of the welping box. I quickly gathered them up. 12 this time! I brought them inside and placed them in a large plastic bag and set the bag into a bowl of nice warm water to quickly warm them up. While they were warming, I went out back and prepped the cage for them and then returned the now only 11 babies to the mama. 1 did not recover from getting so cold. Mama was happy to have them back in the pen and settled into her role. I finished feeding and watering the other rabbits and the chickens. Attempted to shoo away a stray kitten from the neighboring woods, but this kitty is determined to stay! Well, time was moving on and I still needed to get my coffee and dress for the day. Taxes are due, my drivers licence was up for renewal and the best part... my son was on his way up for a visit! The rest of the day was spent looking over the critters, catching up with my son and filing for an extension for the taxes. They can wait! Thank you Lord God for such gifts 🥰
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