Posts tagged "sheep"

Confused Little Lamb

by Paul Ciampanelli (Subscribe to Paul Ciampanelli's posts): Sep 22nd 2011 1:00PM Filed Under: Funny Animal Pictures, Farm Animals

Thoughts I had, in order, while watching this video:

1. Omg, lambs really jump like that?! I thought that happened only in Disney cartoons!

2. Hmm, this lamb doesn't seem very smart.

3. Wow, it's still not catching on? I thought sheep were supposed to be easily led.

4. This really is hilarious.

5. OK, I feel guilty for laughing when this animal's stupidity is being exploited for the sake of comedy.

6. Success! I don't feel guilty anymore. That was adorable.

Video - Bouncy Sheep, Happy Dog

by Eliot Glazer (Subscribe to Eliot Glazer's posts): Feb 17th 2011 7:00AM Filed Under: Dogs, Funny Animal Videos

We've heard of counting sheep before, but even when we do that, the sheep aren't necessarily light on their toes. Today, we stand corrected. Introducing the sheep that bounces all over the place, in an attempt to keep up with a very friendly dog.

Sorry, usual sheep in our dreams, we've got a brand-new way to fall asleep.

Chew on This - Baboon Burglary, AAA Elephants and More

by Evan Jacobs (Subscribe to Evan Jacobs's posts): Apr 30th 2010 6:00PM Filed Under: Chew on This

Rounding up our favorite animal stories, photos, and videos on the web each week!

Doggy Night Club

What recession? A high-end doggie nightclub (yes, nightclub) is opening in NYC's financial district. [via the New York Post]
Monkey Mugging

A baboon purse snatcher ends up disappointed--no food in his haul after all. [via the (U.K.) Daily Mail]
Sheep's Up!

New Zealand has 40 million sheep. There had to be one who surfed. But that doesn't make it a good idea. [via The (U.K.) Sun]
Elephant Gear

In the U.K., their version of AAA is more lax about hiring standards... [via the (U.K.) Telegraph]
Mom cat/Bobcat

A female cat adopts a litter of orphaned bobcats with adorable results. Don't miss the video. [via WTVT 13]

It's a Sheep! It's a Pig! It's ... Adorable!

by Kristen Seymour (Subscribe to Kristen Seymour's posts): Apr 21st 2010 10:00AM Filed Under: Pets News, Farm Animals

sheep pig mangalizta picture Geoffrey Robinson, Rex USA

Despite the woolly coat, this curly cutie bears no relation to sheep. In fact, it's a rare breed of pig called mangalitza, and when three of these little piggies showed up at the Tropical Wings Zoo in Essex, they caused quite the commotion among visitors who couldn't decide quite what they were, reports Sky News.

The mangalitzas weren't just brought in to look cute (although they're doing a darn good job of it anyway). They were procured to be educational, and to help ensure the breed's survival. Zoo education coordinator Denise Cox told Sky News, "We've got them here as part of a breeding program to make sure this fascinating breed does not become extinct."

Success seems likely. One of the three little pigs, Porche, might be expecting. She's showing early signs of pregnancy, and the zoo is hopeful, but it's too early to confirm. We're crossing all our fingers and toes that it's true. As cute as the full grown Mangalitzas are, can you even imagine the level of lovable just one of those pint-sized piglets would possess?

When Sheep Fly

by Eliot Glazer (Subscribe to Eliot Glazer's posts): Oct 14th 2009 9:00AM Filed Under: Pets News, I Work With Animals!

Attention Ambien and Lunesta users: Envisioning fictional "counting sheep" may come in handy when you're trying to catch your Zzzs, but one trip to the Faroe Islands in the northeastern region of the Atlantic Ocean will likely put the old standby solution to the test.

That's because locals have taken to herding the sheep in mid-air, suspending them above the rough and often inaccessible terrain that makes it difficult for both shepherds to do their dirty work. Allegedly, the trouble is very much worth it, as the meat on the acrobatic woolly wonders is "better than any other in world."

So if the moment strikes when all you want to do is catch some shuteye but it just won't come, we know the perfect spot where you can literally lay back and count the sheep overhead, flying through the air... on a zip-line.

Source

Honey I Shrunk the Farm!

by Kristen Seymour (Subscribe to Kristen Seymour's posts): Jul 2nd 2009 10:00AM Filed Under: Exotic Pets, Photo Galleries

When Teri Schrock first decided to raise miniature horses, she had no idea where it would lead. Now, almost 20 years later, the land around her Michigan home has become a farm filled with unique and exotic miniature animals.

Schrocks' Mini Blessings farm began in 1998, when Schrock's daughter was leaving for college. In addition to the miniature horses, the farm now houses miniature donkeys and zebu, muntjac (miniature) deer, two alpacas, a lop-eared rabbit, a wallaby, fainting goats, a zeedonk (a cross between a zebra and a donkey), miniature babydoll sheep, turkeys, a highlander (a cow with long red hair), numerous barn cats, and two dogs.

Though it's difficult to pick a favorite, Schrock is partial to the miniature horse mare named R-Cee, the female munjac deer, and of course, her dogs. Visitors, however, have another favorite.

Miniature Animal Farm

Is there anything cuter than a teeny, tiny muntjac deer?

Teri Schrock

Teri's grandson makes sure the miniature horses know where the food is. All kids who visit the farm get a lesson in how to care for, feed, and clean up after the animals.

Teri Schrock

The Highlander, which is a long-haired red cow, gets a little love from one of the resident dogs.

Teri Schrock

Teri Schrock poses with one of her many miniature animals, a zeedonk.

Teri Schrock

This is one helpful hound!

Teri Schrock

"Have food, will travel," says this wallaby.

Teri Schrock

Teri cuddles one of the barn cats in one arm while snuggling a baby miniature horse in the other. Tough job, but somebody's gotta do it.

Teri Schrock

The zebu might be too shy to strike a pose for the camera, but he doesn't mind being the center of attention when it's time to eat!