Happy Tails

12/27/2025

We want your trees!

When you're done enjoying the beauty of your Christmas trees, our sweet animals would REALLY appreciate it if you'd be so kind as drop them off right here at the farm!

Did you know that pine is one of the FAVORITE trees of all our small animals? And it has many health benefits!

You can drop them right in front of the small animal pen. It's the area right across from the house. They'll be sure to come out and then you personally and you can enjoy watching how excited they get!

The Balde Farm LLC
5628 Brunner Rd Manitowoc Wi 54220

12/16/2025

Did Santa bring you a pony last year? Free coloring page in comments!

11/25/2025

Rushing your dog to the emergency vet 🚨 is NOT how you want to spend turkey day! 🦃

Keep this list handy and remind your friends!

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11/20/2025

What is wrong with this picture?
Answer: Nothing!

Each winter we get many calls from people concerned after seeing horses with snow on their backs. If you see snow building up on a horse’s back or rump, you are looking at proof that body heat is not escaping through the hair to melt the snow, and their coat is keeping them properly insulated. Also, the best way for a horse to stay warm is by eating! You can also see in this photo that the horse has access to a shelter, but is choosing to stay out in the snow and eat 🙂

Photo credit: University of Minnesota

11/19/2025

Facts 😮‍💨

11/16/2025

10/27/2025

Emily Hamel has become the second rider to complete all six northern hemisphere five-stars on the same horse, Corvett, finishing 14th at Pau Horse Trials

10/27/2025

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10/20/2025

Staring at dogs can mean very different things to dogs than humans. Here's why it's good to avoid staring directly at dogs, especially strange ones.