Farm Vlog - Rain at Last, Baby Chicks & Quail, and Tequila's 9-Day-Old Puppies

After six long weeks of drought and wildfires, we finally got rain on the farm—and we’re celebrating every drop! In this week’s farm vlog, we talk about the much-needed rainfall and what it means for our homestead. I also got tomato seeds planted just in time to take advantage of the moisture, which saved me from having to water the garden.

Once the rain came down, we headed indoors to check on the hatcher, and guess what? Baby quail and chicks are starting to pop! Watch as we take a peek at the newest arrivals on the farm and talk about the hatching process for both chickens and Coturnix quail.

To end the day on a heartwarming note, we visit Tequila’s litter of Great Pyrenees puppies. At just 9 days old, they’re already showing their personalities—and they’re absolutely adorable.

Whether you’re into gardening, animal husbandry, or just love following real-life homesteading adventures, this vlog brings you a little bit of everything.

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Top Hobby Farm Challenges (and How We Actually Handle Them)

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today, we’re diving headfirst into the real-life struggles of hobby farming—and how we deal with them without totally losing our minds. From sneaky goats that treat fences like suggestions to weather that turns your chicken run into a swamp, this video covers the top challenges we face on our small farm and the real solutions that help keep things running.

Whether you’re just getting started with homesteading or you've been wrangling ducks and hauling hay for years, you’ll find practical tips, personal stories (yes, our animals escape all the time), and a few laughs along the way. We’re covering fencing fixes, predator protection, animal health basics, time-saving tricks, and more.

If you've ever asked yourself, “Is it just me, or is this farm chaos normal?”—this one’s for you.

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Farm Vlog – Surprise Kittens, Garden Work, and Farm Life When You're Sick

Welcome back to Andersen Acres! Today’s farm vlog is packed with the everyday ups and downs of hobby farming—including a surprise that made our whole morning! Our calico barn cat, Wildfire, gave birth to two adorable kittens, and we caught the moment on camera. While that was unfolding, Shadowfax, our white mini horse, had a field day munching on fresh grass trimmings, and our Great Pyrenees, Vodka, got in some much-needed grooming.

Even when I’m sick, the animals still need care. In this video, we talk honestly about what it’s like to run a homestead when you’re under the weather—because farming doesn’t stop for anything. We also transplant peppers, plant spinach and cabbage, and try to keep up with the endless to-do list that comes with homesteading.

If you love farm animals, mini horses, livestock guardian dogs, or just want a peek into the real life of a small hobby farm, this video is for you!

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Farm Talk - What No One Tells You About Starting a Hobby Farm

What is it really like to start a hobby farm? In this week’s Andersen Acres Farm Talk & Q&A livestream, we’re diving into all the things no one tells you before you get your first goat, duck, or chicken. From daily chaos and budget surprises to emotional rollercoasters and endless to-do lists, I’m sharing the honest truth about homesteading life.

Whether you’re dreaming of building your own farm or you’re already knee-deep in mud and feed bags, this is your chance to hear the unfiltered version of farm life. Plus, I’ll be answering your questions live—so ask away about animals, fencing, feed, farm tools, and everything in between.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the Instagram posts, this is the livestream for you. Real stories, real farm life, and lots of laughs.

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