That MidAtlantic humidity is high lately, making it feel like you’re wrapping yourself in a warm wet blanket when you step outside. Despite all the sauna vibes, I have a routine down for the animals to keep them as comfortable as possible. But before we dive into the list, I think it's worth mentioning that choosing the RIGHT animals for your homestead climate is so important for successfully navigating the seasons. Animal breeds vary greatly and some may be better suited to specific weather patterns and climates than others. Clydesdales, for example, are native to a wet region of the world--same as my climate here in New Jersey. Cold hardy duck breeds (like Cayuga) handle our winters better than those suited to warmer regions of the world. Before comfortably comes into play, I think there's a lot to be said for animal breed-homestead compatibility to begin with. Now, without further ado, here's just a quick bulleted list of the efforts I make to keep everyone comfortable in extreme heat situations here on the farm. HORSES
THE FLOCK
THE SHEEP
THE LIVESTOCK GUARDIAN DOGS
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