The Great Pyrenees

The Great Pyrenees is one of the dogs included in the Working Group. They convey the distinct impression of elegance and unsurpassed beauty combined with great overall size and majesty. They have a white coat that may contain markings of badger, gray, or varying shades of tan.

They possess a keen intelligence and a kindly, while regal, expression. Exhibiting a unique elegance of bearing and movement, the Great Pyr’s soundness and coordination show unmistakably the purpose for which he has been bred, the strenuous work of guarding the flocks in all kinds of weather on the steep mountain slopes of the Pyrenees. The Pyr’s character and temperament are of utmost importance. In nature, the Great Pyrenees is confident, gentle, and affectionate.

While territorial and protective of his flock or family when necessary, his general demeanor is one of quiet composure, both patient and tolerant. Pyrs are fearless and loyal to his charges both human and animal. Our Pyrs tolerate the tugging and roughness of our Smooth Fox Terriers’ play without turning on them in anger.

The Great Pyrenees is the large breed dog for us because of their patience with the Smooth Fox Terriers and their guard work of our place, the goats, and ourselves.

About Nubian Dairy Goats

The Nubian type goat is most likely the oldest species of goat known to mankind. The name "Nubian" originates from Nubia, a desert region in Northern Sudan. Although the French started working on the Nubian type animals before the English, credit must be given to the British for the development of the present day Nubian.

The first Nubians imported to England came from Paris, France in 1883. A pair named Arabi Pasha and Aida were said to be descended from stock sent several years previously from Nubia for the Society Nationale d'Acclimation.

Eastern goats of Nubian type reached England aboard ships, brought to produce milk on the voyage home. By 1896 the Anglo-Nubian was recognized as a breed with only four imported goats, all males, being recognized, two from India.

The Nubian is a relatively large, proud, and graceful diary goat, known for high quality, high butterfat milk production.

The head is the distinctive breed characteristic, with the facial profile between the eyes and the muzzle being strongly convex. The ears are long (extending at least one inch beyond the muzzle when held flat along the face), wide and pendulous. They lie close to the head at the temple and flare slightly out and well forward at the rounded tip, forming a “bell” shape. The ears are not thick, with the cartilage well defined. The hair is short, fine and glossy. Any color or colors, solid or patterned, is acceptable.

Our Nubians are very much pets and interact with us. They coming running when they see us and love to be petted.

Umbrella Cockatoo

Cockatoos are docile and sweet tempered by nature, making them well suited to be companion birds. They are very rarely aggressive, and quickly form strong bonds with their caretakers. They do, however, demand attention and are very loud when making themselves known. Ben is loving and playful. He loves to “play ball” and will chase a ball, pick it up and throw it and then chase it again. He likes to do this interactively with people.
Umbrella Cockatoos are primarily white with yellow on the underside of their wing feathers. They have black beaks and gray or black feet. Some exhibit a tinge of light blue in the rings around their eyes.

African Grey Parrots

The African grey parrot has got to be one of the most charming parrots. They have a wonderful character, a combination of intelligence and charm. African grey parrots have been kept as pets for over 4000 years. The are excellent talkers and very clearly understood. They are happy to play independently or with their person. They generally will have one favorite person in the family but will interact with others as well. Sadie speaks both in Claudia’s voice and David’s voice and can learn very quickly. One of her favorite things is to go on and on having a one sided phone conversation. She also loves to tell visitors how old she is. She claims to be 4 years old, but being a typical female, she lies about her age.

Sun Conure

Endearing, charming, playful and personality plus packaged into a vibrant bundle of feathers.
Thats a sun conure! The sun conure has a varied personality that is delightful and fun. They are curious, inquisitive, active, affectionate, and playful. They love attention and closeness from their owners. Lily would be attached to Claudia’s body at all times if possible. She loves a bath under the water faucet. Visitors are amazed at her beauty.

Parrotlets

Parrotlets are the smallest of all parrots but have a huge personality. They are a lot of bird packed into a small body. Pepe Peru reminds us of a wind up toy! He is extremely playful and uses every inch of his huge cage to play. He has an enormous vocabulary but you have to listen carefully to his tiny voice to hear him talking. He picks up every he hears. Parrotlets are not noisy but delightful to listen to. The come in various colors.

Patagonian Conure

Patagonian Conures are delightful pets. They love to play and perform tricks. They can talk and enjoy interaction with their people. Pickles is loves the entire family and will interact with all members. She is happiest in front of a group of preschoolers performing for them. She is also very noisy!

Lovebirds

Lovebirds belong to the group Agapornis. They obtain the name “Lovebird” from the amount of mutual preening with which the birds occupy themselves. They are well-known birds and are popular all over the world. Lovebirds have attained great popularity because of their beauty, liveliness and comical habits. They are short, stocky birds with a large bill and a square or round tail. Lovebirds can be noisy especially is several are kept in one area. They come in many mutations of color.