Gizmo & Tigger

These guys are our inside dogs. Try to keep them outside, and they will instantly let you know how crazy you are. Gizmo, a long-haired Dachshund, and Tigger, a wire-haired pointer, are not just pets; they are part of our family, much like the agriculture community that values loyalty and protection. Both are incredibly smart, very lovable, and can be extremely stubborn. When it comes to barking, they excel at it and are very protective of our home, ensuring that everyone knows they’re on guard. Stay tuned, as we have more about our beloved dogs coming soon.

Meet Sheba.

Sheba is a Great Pyrenees/ Anatolian Shepherd mix, bringing together two powerhouse guardian breeds into one confident, capable dog.  She is a rescue who was rehomed from her guarding job on a farm in central Tennessee.  These dogs stay alert and independent, make smart decisions on their own, and take their job of protecting family or livestock seriously. They balance calm patience with sudden decisiveness, staying gentle with those they trust while standing firm against threats. Sheba is a dog that works hard, thinks for herself, and still knows how to settle in at the end of the day.

While Sheba currently fills all four pack roles, we feel that based on her personality, she will most likely fill “the scout” role in the adult pack. Sheba has already proven her attentiveness and willingness to warn of danger, put herself between the animals and the world, and follow her instincts around the farm. Sheba was altered prior to our adoption of her, but she is caring and turning out to be a great mentor to the puppies.

Meet Zeke.

Zeke is pure blooded Great Pyrenees. Great Pyrenees guardian dogs are calm, confident protectors with a strong sense of duty. Bred to watch over livestock, they patrol their territory quietly, think for themselves, and step in without hesitation when something feels off. They’re gentle and affectionate with their owners and animals, but they don’t miss much—those watchful eyes and deep barks mean business. If you need a steady, trustworthy guardian who also knows how to relax by your side, the Great Pyrenees fits the role beautifully. 

Zeke is fully bonded with Sheba and loves to play fight with her. Based on his early personality traits, Zeke will be "the muscle" of the pack. He is alert to the sounds of the other farm animals and will regularly stop and listen while playing. Gaining 10-12 pounds a month for the first year will leave Zeke at around 120-pounds of protection for the herd.

Meet Luna.

Luna was adopted, along with Shadow, to round off our guardian dog pack. Luna and Shadow came from the same farm and were so muddy from playing that it took two full shampoos and rinses to get the mud off her. In the first 8-weeks of her life, her interactions with humans were limited and it is taking time building her trust. While she loves Shadow and has bonded with her sister quickly, she is shyer and more reserved around humans.

Luna wants to be involved and wags her tail but still tries to hide if you get too close too fast. She's a Great Pyrenees and Anatolian Shepherd mix, just like Sheba, and will grow into a fierce protector of the farm. Unlike Zeke, Luna prefers to meet new people slowly and is hesitant to give her paw to just anyone. If her developing personality is any indication, Luna will happily fill the role of “mid-guard” in the pack. As a "mid-guard", she will position herself as a second line of defense between the muscle/scout and the animals she is protecting.

Meet Shadow.

Shadow is a Great Pyrenees/Catahoula Leopard Dog Mix and she was adopted at the same time as Luna.

The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a medium-to-large working breed. The Catahoula was bred for herding livestock and hunting wild hogs. They are known for their striking “leopard” coat patterns, short smooth fur, and vivid eye colors.

Catahoula's are highly intelligent, energetic, and independent. They are loyal, protective, require consistent training, socialization, and plenty of exercise. They require active owners and room to move, which makes her perfect for our farm.

Shadow is loving, already loyal, and caring. We would be shocked if she was not “the nurturer” of the pack. She is constantly comforting Luna when she gets overwhelmed, checking on the animals, and making sure everyone is ok.

Meet Sonny and Cher.

Sonny and Cher are our Royal Palm Turkeys that make up the comedy duo of our barn yard family. We acquired both when we adopted our goats.  They were looking for a forever home where they could strut around showing off their beautiful feathers. We decided to adopt them and give them a place to retire in peace and quiet. 

Meet Rowan and Martin.

Rowan and Martin are our resident Guinea Foul.  Both are males who love to crow at every little thing going on in the barn yard.  The were adopted when we bought the farm along with several chickens.  I keep them around mainly for the entertainment, but also for the critter control.  They are excellent at keeping the tick and other nasty bug populations controlled.

Additionally, guineas make excellent alert birds and have warned us when stray dogs were prowling the fence line. Although they are loud and sometimes annoying, we will most likely add more to their flock soon.

Meet Hershey, Dorian and Lovie.

Hershey, Dorian and Lovie are our miniature fainting goats. These three were adopted at the same time we adopted Sheba, so she would have companionship.

Lovie (light grey without horns) was a bottle baby that attached herself to us when we went to pick the goats up. Dorian (light grey with horns) and Hershey (brown) were not bottle babies and as such, it has taken us a little longer to gain their trust.

None of the three are strong fainters, but they have fainted from time to time. These girls LOVE acorns, anything green, and sweet feed. While Lovie loves human scratches and just being near you, Dorian and Hershey are coming around more slowly.