April 2020
And so it begins! I’m not sure I wrote about it but our shearer has postponed his shearing rounds due to COVID. I spent years working as a dog groomer. After all, this will be just like a big dog shave right? I gathered up my clippers, blades, shearing stand and all the necessary ‘stuff.’ My plan? To enjoy spending time one on one with my peeps. That is easy. A good time for a hands on assessment of their health going into summer. Trimming their toes if needed and giving vaccinations/wormer too. All in one visit.
This is our Ticco the Angora goatie. He was my first ‘victim.’
And he was ready! He was very good and patient with me- I’m not very speedy!
His fleece is so soft and fine that it felts while he wears it. It boasts locks 3 to 4 inches long. I’m not sure how much of his fiber I will salvage but I’m looking forward to his Fall fleece. No playing in hay bales this summer Ticco goat!
Same time next year Ticco? (Say whaaat?) I don’t think he’s too impressed with me. Love you anyway goatie!