The Rottweiler Puppy and the Pony Found Their Favorite Show
The chickens are putting on a show, and the two best seats in the house are at the fence. A Rottweiler puppy with a shiny black coat and tan cheeks rests his paws on the boards, his pink tongue showing in a happy pant. Beside him, Pepper the shaggy tan pony leans on the same fence, his ears pricked and his dark eyes following the action.
A few rust-colored hens wander across the packed dirt, scratching and pecking, while a pair of boots, a plastic crate, and some gardening supplies sit near a wall in the golden evening light. The wooden fence is rough and weathered. Nobody in the yard seems to realize they have an audience.
Rottweiler puppies are confident and intelligent, and they need early socialization so they grow up calm around other animals. Chickens can trigger a dog's chase instinct, so a sturdy fence is a good idea, and puppies should be taught gentle behavior from the start. Ponies are usually curious about poultry but can be startled by sudden flapping. Wash your hands after handling chickens or anything in their yard, since poultry can carry germs. Your vet can offer advice about keeping dogs, ponies, and backyard chickens safe together.
The hens go on scratching and the audience stays glued to the show. There is no better entertainment than a yard full of chickens.
