My Little Farm

 He’s been living with us since December 2023 – about nine years old when he arrived, and straight away the new boss of the house. A cat who’d much rather be a dog: he follows us, demands attention and sometimes thinks he’s on guard duty. 🐾 He’s a bit clumsy, a touch awkward, but that’s exactly what makes him so unique. He simply belongs. 🌟 

From fluffy rabbits to speedy gerbils and even a curious rat – they all left their mark. 🐭🐇 Then came frogs and several generations of fish. 🐟🐸 And of course, another cat had to be part of this colourful bunch.
They’re all part of the story of my little farm – and remain unforgettable, even if they’ve long since gone off on other adventures. 🌈 

 No green thumb here, but the gardening still ends up on me. I actually think most of it is unnecessary – the more grass and wildflowers, the more buzzing and scurrying about. 🐝🐿️ Squirrels, birds, hedgehogs, bats, mice, pigeons, songbirds and even the odd long-eared owl. 📸 All caught on wildlife cameras – and there are the neighbourhood cats sneaking through. 🐾 

 For many it’s a nuisance, for me it’s a blessing: we’ve got office dogs. 🐕 I love how relaxing it feels when the day isn’t just filled with keyboards clattering, but also paws padding across the floor. A bit of fur, a bit of chaos – just right. Only Poldi can’t come along … he’d be up to mischief in no time. 🐾 

 Whether in parks, in fields or right in the middle of town – animals are simply everywhere. 🐦🐕 Some walk politely on a lead, others graze calmly in the meadow or dart about as wild creatures in the green. And me? I always try to make contact – a glance, a paw, a flap of wings. There’s always something. 🌱 

Zoos are often caught in the crossfire of criticism – but I see it differently. For me, they’re places where species are preserved, protected and made visible. 🦒🐘 I love watching animals there that I’d never see otherwise.  I firmly believe in the value of zoos for conservation. And I’m always happy about every snapshot…