A blog post by Josiah, the poetic Yorkie Miss Janet wrote a poem recently. I decided I wanted to write one too. As summer is winding down, I’ve been reflecting on how much I’ve enjoyed this season. So I wrote my very own Ode to Summer. Sunshine swishes in the grass Umbrella shady spots by …
Lessons I’m Teaching My Human
A blog post by Josiah, the human-teaching Yorkie I’ve been living with Miss Janet for a year now. I’ve taught her so many things. She’s still learning some of those lessons, but I think she’ll catch on because I’m an excellent teacher. I want to share those lessons with you. Maybe you’d like to learn …
When the Sky Gets Dark and Loud
A blog post by Josiah, the thundering Yorkie The sky is different today. It's dark even though it's not bedtime. I hear lots of booming. Miss Janet says a thunderstorm is moving in. She doesn't realize I heard it way before she did. My ears are that amazing. When I hear thunder-booms, I check to …
Celebrating Josiah’s Gotcha Day!
A blog post by Josiah, the all-grown-up Yorkie Yesterday was my Gotcha Day! One year ago, I was a tiny 10-week-old pup who came to live here on the farm. I’ve grown up so much since then. To celebrate, Miss Janet gave me extra cuddles and some special Gotcha Day treats. Then she showed me …
A Yorkie’s Busy Summer
A blog post by Josiah, the busy Yorkie This has been my first full summer on the farm, and it sure has been busy. Between managing all the wildlife and supervising Miss Janet, I’ve had my paws full. I’ve had to take extra naps just to keep up my summer energy. But it’s been a …
Every Day Is National Yorkie Day
A blog post by Josiah, the celebrating Yorkie Miss Janet told me August 1 is National Yorkie Day. I was excited to learn humans have created a special day to honor us Yorkies. Although the wisest humans would realize every day is National Yorkie Day because we are quite amazing and worth celebrating. I just …
A Yorkie’s Favorite Summer Things
A blog post by Josiah, the summer-loving Yorkie Summer is awesome. The outdoors is warm and green. Indoors is shady and cool. It’s the perfect Yorkie time of year. Here are my top 3 favorite things about summer: The Busy Meadow Summer means so much activity in the meadow. All the creatures are out and …
Chicken Chaos on a Yorkie’s Farm
A blog post by Josiah, the chicken-patrolling Yorkie I’ve been very busy lately. The farm is in total chaos. We have chickens running everywhere. I did not authorize this activity! Do you see what’s happening outside? The chickens and rooster are usually on the other side of the farm. Occasionally, they are outside their fence, …
A Yorkie’s Water Network
A blog post by Josiah, the hydrating Yorkie I love to drink water. It keeps me cool and refreshed. Drinking water is one of the ways I’m able to stay cool in the summer and all year long. I’m a busy Yorkie with lots of supervisory duties at home. That’s a lot of work, a …
Exploring the Tall Grass: A Field Report
A blog post by Josiah, the investigative Yorkie The Tall Grass Is Full of Activity My favorite thing about summer is how tall the grass grows in the field. I love to investigate. What looks like just a simple field of grass is actually an entire tiny world waiting to be explored. Among those …
The Inquisitive Yorkie 