The Herd Comes Home

Well, we did it. It wasn't easy but we did make the decisions necessary and brought home some wonderful new farm members. We choose purebred Nubians for our herd and I couldn't be more pleased. They are docile and very friendly.  In fact, we can't go anywhere without them in their little pasture and if they see us anywhere in the farm yard they call to us. Which is fine with me as I enjoy spending time with them. To top it all, off three of them have recently freshened and give the most delicious milk. I can't wait to start making cheese!

For the first day they refused to leave the barn unless one of us was with them and it wasn't until Mountain Man and I both spent a few hours with them that they decided being outside in this huge space was OK. Of course all I have to do is call them and the whole herd comes running to see what I want.

As you can see the pasture hasn't been used for a while. It sat empty last year and since we didn't have much snow it is still very high.

Of course everyone knows the very best part is at the top. 

These are the boys. They are both still bottle babies and where having a little bit of a hard time getting around in the long grass.

Everyone wanted their picture taken. 

Then it was time for a nice nap. At least for the older ladies. These are my milkers. In the front is Silver Doll, behind her is Vivian and the very back is Phantom Lady. The other 5 girls are all a year old and will not be bred until fall.

There are only two that need names and they are the boys. These two little guys are so adorable! It is hard not to spend all day in the barn! The little one on the left is only 3 weeks old so he is a lot smaller but it won't take him long to grow. If you would like to suggest a name for either of these leave a comment below. Names will be announced on Wednesday.