Buffalo Pedicure

Cow Esther was ankle deep in mud this morning when I checked the water tank this morning. Freda had just gotten a drink and was rubbing and sloshing the water out of the tank, and I guess Esther thought it was time for a pedicure.

The calves are growing. Camille’s calf San Diego has finally turned brown now, so she blends in with the rest of the calves. Because they are used to me, they will sometimes wander closer to the fence, always sniffing the air, and me!

Putting On Coats

Our weather changed drastically Tuesday with the dropping temperatures and rain. The high yesterday was 61 degrees, with a stiff north wind. I reached into the closet for a jacket to wear anytime I was going outside. We'd welcome 61 degrees in the spring, but after our 90 plus degree heat we had last week, it feels cold.
So, maybe the buffalo are smart by starting their winter coat early.
We're also seeing other signs of winter approaching; the deer are more visible in the evening, the Snow-on-the-mountain milkweed is blooming, and we're seeing geese flying in formations in the sky.
And Takoda is just about done with his breeding season. Here's a cute photo of Takoda courting Freda. Her look just says "Whatever..."