01/20/2024
After graduating from high school, I had the opportunity to work on both a cattle family farm and a sheep family farm in Ireland during the intense calving and lambing season. It was an amazing experience. County Kerry felt like stepping into a fairytale.
On the sheep farm, the border collies skillfully herded the sheep. It was mesmerizing to watch Bobby and Captain guide the sheep through the fields and gather them from the common lands. I also witnessed the natural instincts of Bobby’s pups as they grew and learned from their mother.
My ability to read the body language of cows and sheep improved. I became more attuned to their needs, whether it was recognizing when they required veterinary care or understanding when to give them space. This experience taught me the immense responsibility of caring for these animals.
All my photos from my time in Ireland are on hard drives packed up for my move. I found a few from my time though!
