Love means putting animal health first

By Dixi Wellman, Waverly, Neb.
Feb 14, 2023
Feb 14, 2023

PPR Wellman 1.jpg — The Wellman’s litter of puppies is getting vaccinated to prepare them for a healthy life.
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By Dixi Wellman, Waverly, Neb.

Today I’m thankful for a life lived in love that’s never dull. Yes, Valentine’s Day is upon us, and I already reminded my hubby that the cost of roses is similar to the cost of hay so he should choose wisely. Shouldn’t be too tricky for Rusty to arrive at the right decision because he knows how much I (and the whole family) love our animals. Any gift to them is a gift to us.

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PPR Wellman 2.jpg — February and March is when the Wellman Wagyu herd gets vaccinated and dewormed.
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PPR Wellman 3.jpg — Weaning gives the momma cows a chance to return to their best body condition.
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PPR Wellman 4.jpg — Skye Wellman spent time with her grandparents in Albion, Neb., recently.
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