Emu adventures

Well these Emu pets of ours keep me on my toes, now they want to play ball with our dogs.

They all run after the toys when we toss them around the yard, our pets act like kids at xmas time.

We have enlarged the watering hole with an island of plants in the middle, the 3 Emus nudge each other for the deepest patch, so we'll have to level it to the depth they enjoy.

I planted many seeds and plants around the swales we made, not sure how many will survive the pets curiosity. They just have to peck at every plant & shrub.

When I hang out the washing the Emus & dogs hover around me like it is a new adventure.

You wouldn't think the clothes line would be so interesting, the task takes time now due to increased playtime with the animals. : )

The Emus have a taste for the dog food these days, so the pellets are now feeding the wild birds, still there is a beautiful energy in my backyard and it just keeps getting better.

Wish I could take them all for a walk.

My neighbour is the local that takes in the injured & sick wildlife or anything that's not human actually. I see her in the morning take her 4 dogs & goats for a walk, it is a real sight to see.

At least I'm not the only crazed animal lover.

My family of pets are now lazying around in the sun, content and motionless gives me time to post.

Quandongs

I was searching other blogs for topics that relate to the 3 Emus I have in my backyard, when I came across a blog post on Quandongs.

I was informed that Quandongs are Emus favourite food. So I need to know what the plant/tree looks like.
After reading the post I am inspired to add it to my food forest, Apparently they grow naturally around me.

It sounds like the type of fruit I'd like to eat, so the Emus will have to learn to share.

It is beautifully presented and provides tips on it's uses.

If you are like me and are unsure what they look like follow this link to the blog
Quandong Fruit in the Outback

Enjoy

My Backyard

Well I have 3 emus living in my backyard

7 emus were left with no father, so we volunteered to bring them to town and the plan was to give them to a good home as several persons in our town, care for the homeless ones.

we gave 4 to one such person and we cared for the other 3 until we sourced a home.

1 of ours and one of the 4 died, we believe due to them fretting for each other.

They sick together and won't move alone.

We thought we had best hang on to them until they were strong.

My hubby made them a hut to sleep in and the local veggie man provided their fresh food, they are great at eating away the weeds.

We have two large dogs a malamute "Dakota" and a crossed great dame/ bull mastive "Judge". they were not at all friendly to the emus, so we kept them seperated.

we would lock up the dogs, while we let the emus have run of the back yard, which is rather large.

Now a couple of months later wander around each other as if they are all family.

I can watch them for ages, they are funny when they are eating. they get a leaf, fling it in the air and grab what they can while they do it. sometimes they are smart and stand on the leaf, but not often.

Hubby built them a water hole to lie in, he had to make it large enough for all 3 to lie down. they love to sun bake that way.

For fun they pick on Judge and nibble at his feet, he allows them until they annoy his head. Poor Judge, he is very tolerant with them.

I am grateful for the experience these Emus have brought into our backyard,They are doing very well and providing the whole family with enjoyment.