Tomorrow, October 2nd, is Farm Animals Day! Cattle and livestock play a larger role in our society than many people think. While they do provide us with meat, cheese, and other resources, they are also living beings, that deserve to be treated with kindness and compassion. Farm Animals Day was started to raise awareness about the need to treat farm animals with compassion, and also provide a signal boost for the farm animals that need happy forever homes. A local Dallas, GA vet lists a few things to put on your calendar for Farm Animals Day in this article.
Community Events
Want to give back to your local community? Fall is a perfect time to do it! One great option is to get involved with a 4H class. You can also host events, such as corn mazes, petting zoos, demonstrations, or horse shows.
Photo Shoot
Fall is a perfect time to snap some photos of your four-legged friends. Share them on social media to help spread awareness about the importance of treating farm animals kindly.
Fall Chores
There’s never any shortage of work to do on a farm. Some of the things you may want to put on your to-do list? Checking fences; doing maintenance work on machinery; reinforcing gates and stall doors; addressing drainage issues; reseeding pastures; and checking blankets.
Health Check
Regular veterinary care is important for all animals. Hoof checks and maintenance should be on the agenda, along with vaccinations, dental care, deworming, and exams.
Order Supplies
Supply chain issues seem to be the new normal, at least for the time being. It’s definitely not a bad idea to stock up ahead of winter!
Make A Treat
At this time of year, pumpkin and apples dominate menus. Many other animals can also enjoy these seasonal snacks. Horses and cows may enjoy a warm molasses bran mash, or perhaps some cookies. (Tip: combine whole oats, shredded carrots, chopped apples, honey, molasses, and brown sugar into a cookie batter. Bake at 350 for about 20 minutes: add more time if needed.)
Adopt A Rescue
At the end of the day, the best way to celebrate farm animals is to give one a loving home. If you don’t have the space, consider sponsoring a rescue.
As your local Dallas, GA animal clinic, we are dedicated to offering top-notch care. We’re here to help!
