Gibson the cat
Originally from a suburb in Christchurch, Gibson has become a real farm cat since his move to blockhill. His favourite outdoor activities include going on bush walks, hunting, and tree climbing. He also enjoys his time inside with activities such as eating and sleeping. Gibson likes to be where the action is and often will participate in chores such as gardening and feeding the chooks, though he tends to get distracted and ends up hunting or tree climbing instead. Gibson loves the country life.
And unlike the first bantam who was only sitting on one egg, this one is sitting on 16!!!! So we will let her continue. We shall see how many of the little ones will survive.
08 Oct 2009
With so many wild ones about, we don't need to grow any on the property. Id rather use the space for something more valuable.
31 Oct 2009
Rescued as a kid when it's mother was shot in the wild, this goat is of the tame feral variety and is on loan from some people down the road.
His name is Babe, but he gets called 'Baby'. After this trial period, we will be able to determine if it's worth having our own goat one day. Although a female goat could potentially be better as the male goats are more likely to bunt and be aggressive.
So far, Babe is keeping the grass down around his little house. Hopefully he will munch down the blackberries so they won't get out of control again.
01 Nov 2009
In addition to the thorny wild plants, we have a thornless variety in the garden that produces larger, more accessible berries.
16 Feb 2010