Farm Vlog – Calm Days, Dirty Pups, and Manufactured Drama

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog is all about the quiet side of hobby farming—the kind that doesn’t make viral headlines but keeps a farm running strong. No drama, no disasters—just the peaceful rhythm of daily chores, feeding the animals, and cleaning up after our crew. The Great Pyrenees puppies are still here (all seven!), and while we’re relieved no one left for a new home today, they did find something gross to roll in—so puppy baths are officially on the agenda.

I also took some time to reflect on a trend I’ve noticed across other farm channels: crisis content for clicks. Manufactured emergencies may boost views, but they can scare off new homesteaders who think hobby farming is nonstop stress. The truth? Most days are like this—low-key, fulfilling, and grounded in care and routine.

If you’re curious what real hobby farm life looks like without the YouTube sensationalism, this video is for you. Come hang out with us while we take care of our animals, get a little muddy, and share some honest thoughts.

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Farm Vlog – Calico Kitten Cuddles and Saying Goodbye to Pyrenees Puppies

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s hobby farm vlog brings a quieter moment on the homestead, but it’s full of love and animal time. We introduce you to Autumn, our beautiful dark calico kitten who has officially won our hearts and is staying here on the farm. You’ll also get one last sweet look at Tequila’s litter of eight fluffy Great Pyrenees puppies before they head off to their forever homes.

These gentle giants have been a joy to raise, but no—we’re not keeping one, and in this vlog, I explain why. As much as we love our dogs, there’s a season for everything, and sometimes that season doesn’t include adding a new pup to the pack.

If you enjoy hobby farming, homesteading, or just love watching adorable animals in a peaceful, down-to-earth setting, this one’s for you. Come spend the day with us and enjoy a slower rhythm of life on the farm.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment—especially if you’ve ever struggled with not keeping “just one more” animal!

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Farm Vlog – Puppy Visits, Calico Kittens & Floor Eggs?!

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog is a slower-paced look at life on the homestead—family visits, playful puppies, and a calico kitten who’s finally warming up to us. My mom and older sister stopped by for a visit, and my sister got to meet Tequila’s adorable Great Pyrenees puppies before they start heading off to their forever homes. It was a special moment—eight fluffy farm guardians all together for the last time.

Meanwhile, Rowan bonded with Autumn, the shy calico kitten who’s been living under our deck. With a little fishy bribe, he may have officially won her heart! We also talk about how Autumn might be stepping into the role long held by our wise old cat, Magic—not replacing him, but slowly learning his ways and easing into her place in the heart of the homestead.

And of course, the chickens added some chaos—young layers are starting to produce eggs in the weirdest places. Today’s find? An egg right in the middle of the barn floor.

If you love homestead life, Great Pyrenees puppies, cats, and chickens doing ridiculous things, you’ll enjoy this relaxing look at a day on the farm.

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Farm Vlog – Surprise Chicks, Grumpy Rabbits, and Wildfire Smoke

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! In today’s farm vlog, we’re juggling chaos and calm as the unexpected happens—again. We discovered baby chicks running loose in the barnyard, and here’s the twist: our ducks hatched them. That’s right—some sneaky ducks decided to brood chicken eggs, and now we’ve got surprise chicks who think they’re ducklings. We scooped up as many as we could and moved them safely into the brooder.

But that’s not all—our solid blue Rex rabbit, Smeagol, gave birth this morning! She had four adorable babies, though she’s not too thrilled with me about it. She keeps boxing me, so Rowan’s taken over most of the bunny care duties. Smeagol’s got attitude, but we love her anyway.

Meanwhile, the wildfire smoke continues to blanket the farm, making the air thick and the sky hazy. We’re safe for now, but it’s a reminder of how unpredictable homestead life can be.

If you love animals, hobby farming, or just want a peek into our unpredictable day-to-day life, don’t miss this one!

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Farm Vlog – Puppies at 6 Weeks, No Kittens Left, and I’m Melting

It’s brutally hot, the mosquitoes are out for blood, and I made the shortest farm vlog I’ve ever filmed—because honestly, I just couldn’t anymore. Welcome back to Andersen Acres, where even when nature tries to chase us back inside, the animals still need us and the camera still rolls. In this quick check-in, we give you a six-week update on our Great Pyrenees puppies—who are doing amazing, barely need their mama now, and are absolutely thriving in the sunshine. They’ll be heading off to their new homes in just ten days!

We also talk about our now kitten-free barn, since all of our little fluffballs have officially gone to new families. And Twig the bunny? He’s likely packing his bags for a new adventure by Friday. If you’re into realistic farm life, where not every video is long and polished and bug-free, this one’s for you. Come sweat with us.

Whether you’re a homesteader, an animal lover, or just someone who enjoys a peek into farm life, this bite-sized vlog is still packed with updates.

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Farm Vlog – Heatwave Hustle and Puppy Socializing on the Homestead

When the summer heat hits hard, we adapt fast here at Andersen Acres! In this week’s farm vlog, we’re sharing how we handled an intense heatwave while still caring for all the animals on our hobby farm. From topping off clean, cool water to checking shade spots, our top priority was keeping everyone safe and comfortable—including us!

We also brought the Great Pyrenees puppies out for some gentle animal socialization. Getting them used to our goats, ducks, chickens, and mini horses is an important step in their development as future livestock guardian dogs. Even in the heat, those little fluffballs made us smile.

Whether you're raising animals, dreaming of homesteading, or just love a peek into daily farm life, this video gives a real look at what it’s like to balance animal care and summer survival. No big projects this time—just doing what it takes to get through a scorcher on the farm.

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Farm Vlog – Saying Goodbye to Kittens, Moving Puppies, and Finally Getting Rain

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s vlog is a little bittersweet—we said goodbye to the last of Bowser’s kittens as they headed off to their new forever homes. It’s always tough to see them go, but we’re thrilled they’re off to become excellent barn cats and beloved companions.

We also took a big step with our livestock guardian dog puppies by moving them into a larger outdoor kennel, farther from the house. It’s time for them to build independence, get used to the other farm animals, and take the next steps toward being confident working dogs.

And best of all? It finally rained! After weeks of dry weather, we got a gentle, steady drizzle that gave our fields, garden, and animals some much-needed relief. The grass and crops were desperate for moisture, and this rain couldn’t have come at a better time—even if it did make filming a little soggy!

Follow along for all the ups and downs of daily hobby farm life here at Andersen Acres.

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Farm Vlog – Shadowfax Escaped! Plus Puppies, Chickens, and Cold July Chaos

It was supposed to be a quiet, lazy July day… but the farm had other plans! In today’s hobby farm vlog, we’re sharing the hilarious moment when our miniature horse Shadowfax escaped—thanks to a forgotten gate and some innocent chaos. Watch how Rowan’s double-take saved the day, and how a few horse cookies convinced our little white escape artist to stroll calmly back home. 🤦‍♀️🐴

But that’s not all—we also tackled puppy socialization in the cold (yes, cold in July!), working with our Great Pyrenees livestock guardian dog puppies to get them ready for life with chickens and other farm animals. These pups are almost ready for their new homes, and early exposure to birds is key to raising solid LGDs.

Whether you're here for the cute mini-horses, the funny farm fails, or tips on raising animals on a homestead, this one’s got a little bit of everything!

👉 Hit play and come along for the ride—just watch out for open gates!

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Farm Vlog – Cooler Weather, New Chicks, and Growing Pups

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! In today’s farm vlog, we’re enjoying a much-needed break from the scorching summer heat—it’s finally a cooler day here on the homestead! It’s a peaceful one, too: no rabbit drama, and all our bunnies stayed right where they belong. We check in on Falcon, our oldest Rex rabbit (a red castor), who’s starting to show his age. He’s still hanging in there, but it’s clear he’s not the young buck he used to be.

The biggest excitement? The chicks hatched! These are special eggs from my sister’s now-passed rooster, so the new baby chicks mean a lot to her. She’ll be picking them up soon, and we’re thrilled to be part of that process. We’re also giving you a look at Tequila’s Great Pyrenees puppies—five and a half weeks old and now sleeping in the gazebo instead of inside. They love the space and freedom to play!

Whether you’re into hobby farming, homesteading, raising rabbits, hatching chicks, or livestock guardian dogs, you’ll love following our daily life on the farm.

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Farm Vlog – The Great Rabbit Roundup in a Heatwave

It was 95°F (35°C) in the shade today, which meant one thing: survival mode. We kept outdoor activities to a minimum, made sure every animal had shade and fresh water, and checked on the rabbits constantly to prevent heat stroke. But just when we thought the day would be slow and sweaty, Smeagol—our solid blue rex rabbit—had other plans.

She escaped.

What followed was a surprise round of rabbit rodeo featuring my dad, our Great Pyrenees Tequila, and a very slippery rabbit. Dad tried to catch her. Smeagol squirmed. Chaos. And then, in an incredible twist, Tequila calmly herded her back to Rowan all on her own.

Everyone's safe, hydrated, and back where they belong—but let’s just say it wasn’t exactly the chill day we were hoping for.

If you’ve ever had an escape-artist animal or a farm dog who goes above and beyond, this one’s for you.

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Farm Vlog – Farrier Day, Hot Weather Struggles, and Securing Silverado the Rabbit

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog is all about managing the homestead during extreme heat. When the temperatures soar, sometimes you just have to do the bare minimum—and that’s exactly what we did. We stayed out of the sun, kept cool indoors as much as possible, and focused on the essentials.

One of the big wins today was reinforcing the bottom of our Rex rabbit Silverado’s pen with wire. No more escape attempts—he’s officially grounded! We also had our farrier out this morning to trim the hooves of Shadowfax (our white mini horse) and Arwen (our spotted goat). Regular hoof care is vital for the health of horses, goats, and other hoofed animals, and now they’re looking—and feeling—fantastic.

Whether you're into hobby farming, raising animals, or just enjoy watching the ups and downs of life on a small farm, this vlog has something for you. Come along for a realistic, relatable look at homesteading when the weather won’t cooperate.

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Farm Vlog – Rabbit Escape, Kitten Goes Home, and Mosquito Mayhem!

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog is a whirlwind of heat, chaos, and cute animals. Our lynx Rex rabbit, Silverado, decided to break free from his pen late last night—and of course, that meant an early-morning rabbit roundup. Tequila, our amazing livestock guardian dog, helped herd him into the garden shed, and Rowan managed to catch him safely. He’s totally fine—just gave us a bit of a heart attack!

We also said goodbye to Renee, our dilute calico barn kitten and the last from Jake’s litter. She went to her forever home today! We still have four adorable kittens left, but they’re not quite old enough to go home yet.

With no rain in sight and scorching temperatures, we spent most of the day watering the garden just to keep everything alive. And to top it all off? The barn is absolutely swarming with mosquitoes. That’s my next battle.

This is real life on a working hobby farm—animals, gardens, weather, and all the unpredictability in between.

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Farm Vlog – A Rabbit Rescue and a Mystery Duck?!

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s vlog might seem quiet on camera, but behind the scenes it was anything but boring. While carrying our eight fluffy livestock guardian puppies out to their pen, Tequila—our heroic Great Pyrenees—suddenly charged into the bush. Moments later, she emerged with one of our escaped brown rex rabbits crouched between her front legs, gently nudging her to safety. A raccoon had been attacking her, and thanks to Tequila’s quick action, Stump is banged up but safe.

Then there’s the duck math. We started with six ducks, added three juveniles and one baby, sold the three juveniles… and somehow, we still have eight ducks. And the extra one? A full-grown Cayuga. Where it came from, we don’t know. No one around here even has Cayugas. So we’ve got ourselves a feathered mystery on our hands!

This video is part of our daily hobby farm life here on Andersen Acres. Even when the footage is calm, the stories behind it are wild. Whether you're into livestock guardian dogs, backyard poultry, or just love a good farm mystery, you’ll find something here.

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Farm Vlog – Breeding Rabbits, Candling Quail Eggs, and Making Butter in the Heat

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! In today’s hobby farm vlog, we’re battling the summer heat while getting a whole lot done around the homestead. From checking on the animals to breeding our rabbits and candling quail eggs, it’s been a busy day — even if there wasn’t much to film! You’ll see us breed two Rex rabbits and one Holland Lop in hopes of baby bunnies in about a month, plus we’re keeping an eye on our pregnant Lop, Libra. We also candled our latest batch of quail eggs, but since they got wet before incubation, development isn’t looking great.

On the kitchen side of things, it was time to make more homemade butter — we go through a ton of it here between baking and cooking for the farm family. Everyone’s doing well: Shadowfax, Arwen, Blue the turkey, the ducks, the chickens — just hiding out in the shade like the rest of us trying to survive the heatwave.

If you love real farm life, raising animals, homesteading, and the everyday hustle of a hobby farm, don’t miss this one!

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Farm Vlog – Socializing Livestock Guardian Puppies With Ducks, Chickens, and Rabbits

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! In today’s farm vlog, we’re giving our Great Pyrenees puppies an important lesson—how to gently interact with the other animals on the farm. Socialization is key when raising livestock guardian dogs, so we introduced them to some of our Cayuga ducks, our curious chickens, and even Falcon, our big, bold castor Rex rabbit.

You’ll see how we supervise each introduction to ensure everyone stays safe and calm, especially when little paws meet soft feathers or long bunny ears! These supervised sessions help prepare the puppies for future homes where they’ll be trusted protectors of livestock.

We also talk rabbit care in hot weather—when temperatures soar, rabbits can easily overheat. So we pulled Flegal, our blue Rex rabbit, out of the shed and moved her into the shade to stay cool and comfy. Heat stroke in rabbits is no joke!

Whether you’re raising livestock guardian dogs, homesteading with rabbits, or just love cute animal interactions, today’s vlog is full of helpful tips and wholesome moments.

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Farm Vlog – Injured My Back Sneezing?! But the Great Pyrenees Puppies Are Here to Help

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog didn’t go exactly as planned. I injured my back this morning — believe it or not, from sneezing! Turns out, farm life doesn’t pause for pulled muscles. I couldn’t film my usual chore routine because I couldn't hold the camera, but I still had to take care of all the animals — goats, chickens, ducks, rabbits, and more.

Thankfully, I got some footage later in the evening while sitting with the real stars of the day — our adorable Great Pyrenees puppies! These livestock guardian dogs are growing fast, learning their roles, and being absolute cuddle bugs while I recovered a bit in the barn.

If you love hobby farming, homesteading, or just watching sweet animals on a real working farm, this video is for you. Even on the tough days, life on a farm is full of heart (and fur).

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Farm Vlog – Saying Goodbye to Two Sweet Kittens

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! In today’s farm vlog, we’re sharing a quiet day on the homestead. The baby chicks are growing strong, the baby bunnies are healthy and thriving, and overall, it’s a calm day on the farm. But we did say goodbye to two of our sweet kittens today — our little calico and one of our grey and white fluffballs have gone to their forever homes. It’s always bittersweet when animals leave the farm, even when it’s for something good.

The ladies who adopted them are absolutely wonderful, and we know these kittens are going to have amazing lives full of love. Still, we’re going to miss them. They were part of the daily rhythm here at Andersen Acres, and they’ve left tiny paw prints on our hearts.

If you love hobby farming, raising animals, or just enjoy the peaceful moments of farm life, you’ll feel right at home here. Subscribe for daily farm vlogs, animal updates, and life on a small homestead.

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Farm Vlog – Permit Tests and Pyrenees Puppies (A Short But Sweet Day)

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog is short and sweet because—real life—we weren’t home for most of it. I had to take my youngest into town for his learner’s permit knowledge test, which meant a long day of driving instead of farming. But once we got home, I made the most of my time doing what I love: cuddling animals.

Join me for a peaceful afternoon on the farm as I spend time with our Great Pyrenees puppies, playful barn kittens, and adorable baby Rex rabbits. You’ll also hear a quick update on a couple of our kittens who are heading to their new homes this weekend to begin their lives as working barn cats. They’ve been raised around goats, ducks, chickens, rabbits, and mini horses—perfect for farm life!

If you enjoy homesteading, raising animals, or just watching a slice of life from a real hobby farm, this video is for you. Even slow days have charm on the farm.

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Farm Vlog – The Most Unproductive Day on the Farm (But So Many Baby Animals!)

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! In today’s farm vlog, I got absolutely nothing done—and I’m not even sorry about it. This hobby farm day was filled with snuggles instead of chores: cuddling kittens, bonding with Tequila’s Great Pyrenees puppies, carrying baby bunnies, and hanging out with our ever-curious baby chicks. If you’re here for a productive homesteading update… this isn’t it. But if you love baby animals, cozy moments, and honest behind-the-scenes glimpses at hobby farm life, this video is for you!

Even when we’re not checking things off the to-do list, life on a small farm is full of joy, chaos, and irresistible fluffballs. So come along for a very lazy day at Andersen Acres where the only thing we raised was our serotonin levels.

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Farm Vlog – Saying Goodbye to a Kitten, Curious Crashes, and Puppy Playtime

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s hobby farm vlog is packed with animal antics, heartwarming moments, and a few surprises. First up, our sweet dilute tortoiseshell kitten, Peaches, went to her forever home. This was an emotional goodbye, especially since Peaches was the one I thought I might keep. But she’s going to a fantastic, loving home—and that’s what matters most.

Meanwhile, Tequila’s Great Pyrenees puppies are thriving! These eight fluffy livestock guardian dog pups are soaking up the sunshine during the day and snuggling in at night. Watching them romp and play in the grass is pure joy.

Of course, no day on the farm would be complete without some chaos—Shadowfax, our mischievous white mini-horse, caused quite the commotion in the barn. We’re still not sure what he knocked over, but it was loud, dramatic, and very much on brand for him.

And in our rabbitry, we’re making a compassionate trade with a fellow rex breeder. I’ll be caring for a special-needs baby rex missing a leg, while she raises one of our healthy black kits—ensuring both bunnies get the care they need.

Thanks for joining us on another day at the farm!

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