Sharlea Nisbet
I live in a small town in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Currently I am a freelance journalist and photographer for the local newspaper. I have a mini-farm with goats, chickens, rabbits and ducks. I have 19 grandchildren ranging in age from one to twenty and all are somewhat local.
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Am I an Animal Hoarder?There is a fine line between animal hoarder and helping animals. -
Raising a Family GoatIf you are thinking of purchasing a goat for your own little farm or to get the children a farm pet then there are a few things you need to know about vaccines, food and shelter. -
How to Build a MangerA list of supplies and instructions on how to build a wooden hay or grain manger for any size farm animal. -
Holistic Healing for AnimalsShelters and zoos are now using holistic healing to treat emotional needs as well as physical needs. If cats and dogs in the shelters learn trust and good behavior lessons then they will have a better chance at adopton. -
How to Raise Easter Chicks and DucksThe responsibility of a chick does not stop when you buy the cute baby at the pet store. Take a second look from baby to adult and what it takes to keep them alive. -
How to Build an Enviromentally Green Duck PondDucks love to swim and dive in a pond and their old water can give you a rich and fruitful garden so plan the two as one. -
What to Do If You FInd Abandoned KittensMany people don't know what to do after finding abandoned kittens but these steps will help through the catching and caring process. -
How to Build a Safe, Secure Chicken CoopThere are different kinds of predators that can get to your chickens. Besides the skunk, raccoon or coyote there is your dog or the neighbor's dog or cat. Keeping your chickens safe keeps the eggs coming for many years. -
Saving Feral KittensA two week ordeal catching six homeless kittens and it could have been prevented by neutering one little female cat. It doesn't end by catching them. Now they need a loving home. -
Making a Decision to Raise Miniature HorsesAlthough miniature horses can live in a relatively small space they do require a lot of time and money to take care of them properly. -
What Will Happen to These Kittens?Six kittens are born to a cat that was left behind when her owners house is foreclosed and left empty.
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Chocolate Drop no Bake CookiesThese no bake cookies will have your family yelling for more.
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Children Are Our Biggest Source of LaughterYoung children will say what they think and many of us who have children have been embarrassed one or two times.
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The Rise of Homeless PetsWith the rise of foreclosures and the poor economy our pets may suffer the most.
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Our First HalloweenHalloween Party in an old Victorian house
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A Guide to Raising RabbitsBefore you purchase a rabbit be aware of the cost not only to you but also to the rabbit. It may be more than you imagined. -
A Guide to Making Memories with GrandmaMaking memories with your grandchildren may take a little planning, but they will remember the day forever.
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ARK2000 Annual Elephant Grape StompHear the trumpet of an elephant or the roar of a lion or tiger while sipping local wine and dining on Tuscan cuisine.