Morning routine with mama is done and we've joined Rachel on her way to the goat pen. She's not only going out to see the goats but we're tagging along because she's going to check on yesterday's unexpected arrival of a new Lazy Dog Ranch resident,
Badger!
(Actually, he arrived last Tuesday but mama is just now getting around to posting.)
Badger (formerly known as Bandit) is a 4 year old gelded
mini Shetland pony.
He really rocks that mane!
Oliver and Badger greeting each other at the gate.
Hazel pretended to bathe herself rather than show interest.
Seems like Badger had a good first night in his new home.
Badger used to give rides at kid's parties. Now our young visitors that aren't quite ready for one of the big boys yet can ride Badger instead!
Rachel has been working with him and is very happy that he has quickly become comfortable with us and won't run off just because somebody has a halter and lead rope. He also quickly learned not to expect treats in a hand. They say he's very sweet and personable.
Earlier this week all the horses got pedicures by the farrier. I wasn't invited to go along like usual because it was done at the barn and this was going to be Badger's first time to meet the rest of the herd. Apparently they were all good boys and nickered greetings to him. Above is Badger and Happy Jack after everybody was done and before they walked back to the house.
Kai was apparently worn out and uninterested in the pile of hoof trimmings mama saved for us. One of our favorite treats!
The boys grazing afterward...
Badger back with the goat herd.
I personally think it's nice having a horse more my size around. Until next time...
~Tucker
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