A VALENTINE’S TAIL
Jezebel, the donkey, and Gracie, the goat, arrived at Winslow Farm early December 2006. The two animals needed a new home. At the time, the only donkey at the farm was Stardust. It seemed a good idea for him to have a donkey companion.
In the beginning, Gracie was very protective of Jezebel, not letting the other animals near the donkey. She did not leave Jezebel’s side and chased all the animals away. It took time but eventually Gracie joined the other goats. Then, Jezebel’s love affair with Stardust began.
Jezebel trails after Stardust wherever he goes. It is rare to see one without the other. When Stardust had to make an emergency trip to Tufts last year and was in the hospital for almost a week, Jezebel was a lost soul without him. Her happiness upon seeing him home again was a touching moment.
When Jezebel first arrived, she was at least 60 pounds overweight, with a large fat hump on her neck. She was constantly fed cookies which were not good for her. As the years have gone by, Debra White has worked on getting Jezebel slimmed down. She now looks very healthy.
Jezebel likes to sunbath by the playground area (as long as Stardust is with her). She loves being brushed. Her favorite treats are carrots, a much healthier alternative than those cookies for sure!
When visiting Winslow Farm, you may hear a loud hee-haw. Nine times out of ten that will be Miss Jezebel, calling out for those carrots or maybe an apple. If you hear her, why not go over and say hello to this sweet-natured girl.
WINSLOW FARM WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS UNTIL THE FIRST OF MARCH.