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With all of the dangers that come with heat stress, keep your animals cool this summer with these 11 tips and learn how to recognize the signs of overheating in your pets.

How to Keep Animals Cool In The Summer

Animals + Livestock

Homesteading is not for the faint of heart. We’ve suffered several loses on the farm over the years and while you’re never fully prepared for it, you expect it. Animals get sick, injured, or killed by predators. Death is a natural part of life.

Death On The Homestead

Homesteading

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hey there, I'm jen

You can usually find me with my hands in the dirt or hanging out with my farm animals. I’m all about telling it like it is, especially regarding my mental health. I believe sharing my journey of overcoming PTSD will help others who have experienced trauma and show that healing is possible.

The homestead lifestyle has been a game-changer for my mental well-being and can be for you too. So, if you're ready to embrace a simpler lifestyle with purpose and gratitude, you've come to the right place!

Combat Veteran, Wife, and Farm Mama to 50ish spoiled rotten fur babies...