I believe we get the dogs we need and we get the animals we need. I always imagined a Peaceable Kingdom at Bedlam Farm, and most days, that is what I see. I came out fill the water bucket and I saw just about every animal on the farm gathered around to see what I was up to, to get some attention, perhaps some food or a treat. Flo was sunning herself in the middle of the yard, Minnie was by the barn door, the donkeys were lined up at the gate, reminding me that they love carrots, Red was waiting to go to work and Lenore was observing the passing parade. The sheep were arrayed around the feeder, resting, chewing their cuds.

The chickens were off to the left and Frieda was in the house, resting. Otherwise, they were all there.

I believe animals center and calm when they are fed and watered regularly, get attention, are with their own kind, are treated well. You can easily spot an animal who is not treated well, I am channeling James Herriott on days like this, our farm is a peaceful and beautiful place. I stood and soaked up this scene, and it was very good.