Bluegrass Acres LLC

11/06/2024

Today I was at a small store in pigeon forge, tn and saw these preserved goat hooves. My first thought was “most of these goats were suffering”. All three of these goats have various degrees of hoof rot. The first is very mild and could have easily been cut out. The second is what happens when it gets deeper in the feel and isn’t treated. The third is the worst, and is when the infection gets all the way down to the bone. The third one, and sometimes even the second one, needs antibiotics and regular trimming as well as daily treatment with a medicated foot treatment such as kopertox. This is why it’s important to regularly trim your goats feet, especially if they’re in a wet/muddy area. Goat (and sheep) hoof care is super important!

05/14/2024

“Breeders are greedy.”
“Breeders charge too much.”
“That puppy is expensive.”

This is one visit, and one month of flea and tick meds for my inside dogs.
This is one visit for a dog that will probably be washed from my program. Why? Because she seems to be just not healthy, and I won’t pass that on to future litters.
Sometimes flukes like this happen, and you can’t predict it. Sometimes every other dog bred by the same parents are healthy, and yours isn’t.
I walked away today with no answers, just trials to see if we can figure out what’s going on. There is a next step for a more definitive answer, but for now, we’re trying other options (that are less expensive).

So let’s break it down, on why breeders AREN’T greedy:
I paid $1300 for this dog, just for the dog.
I have dedicated hours to training, and that’s just basic obedience.
I have hundreds in vet bills towards this dog because of other issues early on. I actually almost lost this dog to an extremely rare lung worm that she developed pneumonia from.
I have the cost of feeding this dog.
I have the cost of toys, treats, her crate, and other small things.
I have INVESTED in to this dog, as a potential breeding female for my program later on.
And that doesn’t even include the ofa health testing and future vet care for her later on.
And now? That investment is for a pet. And that’s OK because I LOVE this dog. Her temperament is perfect. Her structure is perfect. Her drives are perfect. But none of that trumps her health.

Breeders invest in their dogs. Breeders spend thousands on their dogs, and take losses all of the time. We spend a fortune in preventatives and dog food alone every month, much less the additional costs.

So next time you think “man that puppy is expensive. That breeder is greedy,”Step back and look at the bigger picture. Especially if the dogs are titled. A good breeder will never make money off of their litters. They will only recoup SOME of the costs that they have invested in to their dogs.

My dogs are pets before they are breeding dogs. They will always have a home here, even if they are washed from my program or retired. I will always give them the care that they need, regardless of if they’ll ever “return” any of the money I spend on them.

04/17/2024

📢📢📢 ATTENTION TRIMMING CLIENTS:
I am currently booked for the next two weekends. That said, I will be taking June, July, and August OFF. I plan to spend the summer break with my kids. So if you’re wanting trimmed before then, please get with me to schedule.
Those few that are already scheduled these months will keep their slots, and I have a few other regulars that I will fit in during this time as needed.
My slots fill up fast, so please get on my schedule if you need a trim soon.
After May 3rd, I will have week day scheduling available as well.
You can message the page, or text me at 4235092322 to schedule!

03/17/2024

Look who’s home 🙌🏻🩵

03/15/2024

I noticed juniper was off yesterday and today was even worse. I toyed with the idea of taking her to Jefferson animal hospital in Louisville, because I KNEW something was wrong.
My vet’s office does after hours emergencies. I texted them and asked if it was truly an emergency (I can be slightly dramatic 😅) and he said she probably had an obstruction and bring her in first thing in the morning, unless she took a turn. About 20 minutes later, she projectile vomited and my vet said take her in, hed meet me at the clinic.
They have two clinics: Green River Veterinary Services and Larue county animal clinic. The other vet on staff called me and told me he’d meet me at Larue county animal clinic because it worked out better for everyone involved.
We get there are start with a parvo test (negative) and X-rays. Xrays revealed a ton of fluid in her abdomen. When he drained some, it showed that it was free fluid in the abdomen, which was a bad sign. He did an ultrasound and confirmed. Then it was a game of blood work , fecals, more bloodwork, and finally more ultrasounds to determine the cause.
She had intussusception, which is where the intestines telescopes in itself.
The first vet made the drive in to the clinic so together, both doctors could do exploratory surgery to verify the bowel issue, and make sure there wasn’t an obstruction or other issue.
She is far from out of the woods. The next 7-10 days, her prognosis is guarded. But her surgery went well. I will hopefully get to bring my baby home on Saturday. But we could both really use your prayers and good vibes. I would be absolutely heart broken and just devastated if I lost this girl.

03/11/2024

03/07/2024

My most beautiful girl supervising while I feed the goats

03/02/2024

02/26/2024

I’m considering adding services to my business for the goats.

Disbudding
Wethering
Blood draws
Ultrasounds
Fecals

Is any of this something anyone would be interested in?
Just gauging interest before coming up with a price list

02/25/2024

PSA: 📢📢📢

Sweet feed is only good for making friends with your animals. It has virtually no nutritional value and is just empty calories

02/23/2024

😍🐐

02/17/2024

Spencer is still editing pictures, but here’s a sneak peak. This red collar boy is DARK 😍

02/17/2024

I had zero intentions of keeping a pup from this current litter. I really didn’t want to. But this one has really been making me doubt that choice.
Today, on our way back from their second round of vaccine, I decided she’s staying. She is just absolutely stunning and has a fantastic temperament and incredible intelligence. I can’t wait to see her grow.

01/21/2024

Went to trim goats today and got to be there for a surprise birth! She had twins and my goodness they were absolutely adorable. Blue eyed little boys 🥰 Danielle Justine Sharp