Next chapter

As you know, we lost Carlee, our family Schnoodle when we went in for a 3-month checkup, September 14, 2020. She was 14 and a very sad day.  Many of you know the tears attached to losing a fur family member. It was not on our mind to go out and get another pup, until it was and then we did. Our home was still and very quiet, a first in decades. A family of many were at a local rescue and February 2021, feet found their way home again. Several friends scolded for not waiting, but these small lost souls needed a home, we had openings and this breed was on our list of someday. 

Wow. Whirlwind, not like any other. One, more fearful than the other. Learning these two may not have been bonded, but lived in same house. Stepping into our home, we let them roam initially and eventually gate rooms. Freedom with fenced yard, decompress, watching them unfold running like the wind. Beautiful. Food, water, soft beds and learning a routine, and even wanting to give them back, but it would take more than a few months to untangle years of unkind. Patience tried. Tears. Family say they have grown, yes, to a point. They have filled in. 

Bella and Liesl love being read to and sleep in a quiet home with random dog barks from neighbor yards. Hair finally fills in on thin legs where Winter will be more kind this go round. Bella, 7, is always thinking and hard to out smart. She doesn't like her collar messed with and fearfully fears water, the rag on the floor has oatmeal shampoo to help with itch on feet. Catch the kibble is a game played so she will walk across multiple times and even sit on. Rag rinsed and the game replays. Aha moment, it works and she looks forward too with Liesl, 16, joining in. Both are treat driven. What luck for them! 

September 30, 2021 will begin our 15th year of baking dog biscuits. We continue to handcut each, using the same cutters, cutting tens of thousands over the years. Weekend baking is fewer hours, so the girls see more of our front than our backside as we did with Buster and Carlee. December 2020 a tough decision to weigh, due to the corona virus, and if we would renew our feed permit good for two years, a steep cost that grows. Visited with friends and we renewed once more, baking resumes in making, baking, bagging, selling and meeting pups and their pawrents with option of a human treat element meeting mainly at the wonderful long lived farmers market.  Wow, what a whirlwind ride. Bab's in Bab's Bites 'n Bones is an acronym for Buster and Barb. 

Our focus will be on these girls, continue learning from each other, training, walk on leash, key words, recall, fetch, quick dog kisses, meet with trust for others and up at 5:30a daily. Its routine. Hoping for more car rides, walking a trail, but in time. 

Next chapter. Winding down, but that is for another day. Please be kind to all, help others that cross your path and we will continue to do the same. Thanks furends/friends.

Sad, Sad Day

Waiting for our 4-month checkup this morning, when out of an exam room ran a Buster (West Highland Terrier). In morning prayer, I requested his presence and there he was. 

Tears fell while visiting with our vet, how Carlee's home life had changed. Our 15 yo pup had no worries walking in concerning circles. In another room, the vet did a checkup, and a vet assistant returned carrying Carlee, placing her on a soft blanket. At Carlee's age not wanting to prolong pain, remained with her to the end. Buster took her home. Mom and Dad welcomed. 

Many of you have been in this spot and know the decision is difficult at best. I imagine she runs with Buster and Ty (black/white border), through cool green grass, like years ago and rolling in scents on the scented path. She had a good home here they all did. Her and Buster were night and day. As the vet said today, 'she evened Buster out.'  A funny as he was allergic to the vet's office and let everyone know he was there.  💕

Not believing in goodbye, I blessed her, kissed her forehead and simply asked her to rest her tired eyes. 

Please be kind and help animals that cross your path that need help. Take care, be safe and well.

There was a time

When we could be recognized by a smile when looked at through sleepy eyelids, checking on us. Only to doze back to sleep. Or through a soft, 'hello', but time changes and simple things are missed. 

There are lots of things Carlee no longer does, but many things she still can. Hugs and kisses, trust we won't drop her when lifting her to the ground. She hasn't spoken a word in near a year,  Howling was her voice, she came with it and we miss hearing her. Age. Time. The effects on humans and animals. 

Her  human went back to work, giving her, her home back in 4 hour blocks. She isn't sure about the mask, it was the growl that gave it away. 'It's me.' The mask is left in the vehicle.

Not just any mask, we picked up material, thread and bendable products to form to our face. Some masks are better than others, we can tweak, trim and try again. One of few that wears a mask all day, we do as asked by the head of our state. 

If you are farmers market goers you know we haven't been in attendance. Our plan is to do so, as 'bugs' are ironed out and people simply keep us and them safe by following simple guidelines provided  at the market and on vendor tables. If our 'in the future' Saturday doesn't pan out, we will continue to deliver or offer our ditchside delivery. This year is change for near everyone, take care. We do the same. We won't take unnecessary chances.

Please help animals that need help finding home, we do the same. With fireworks already popping, please leave your paws home and off hot streets. Hot pavements are hot, take off your sandals, stand, stay. Too hot? It is for them too. 

Learning Curve

Usually we can understand Carlee's language, but boy, not lately. We're not sure if its the time change, new food, aging or us being home because of COVID-19. Her kidney's aren't working as hard, thanks to the new food, but keeps us off the floor (we sit on the floor alot) and outside. She started pushing a hand away. 'Lets make this palatable with fun foods, like pumpkin and no salt chicken broth.' Our vet gave the ok. Mmm, laps it up.
Our redneck raised bowls, about 5" high, are working. It was time to find help for swallowing better. Imagine eating that way. She doesn't know its a box lid for the time being it works. A lip at the bottom catches dripping water, food bites and also a guide to remind of bowl location.
In February, we brought in another dog. This was our option for her and his name is Pnut and hangs out on the corner or slips down.
 'Mom? Mom.' Her vet prescribed pain pills giving her a euphoric feeling and though it should last 24 hours, it doesn't. She stands in the bathroom waiting about 7p for calming chews, she gets two.
The chews relax and get her into bed, sleeping into morning. We like the alternative to the pill form.

Our learning curve has taken another turn. Our town is now on community spread with the COVID-19 virus and we are working from home. We purchased non-perishable items (rice, noodles, canned veg.) that will carry us for some time and we can cook/bake.  Our makeshift office has a pretty view on a sunshine topped table. Our office dog checks on us and she is happy for a mid-day treat that she gets only on weekends. Gov. Noem of South Dakota updates listeners daily of numbers, good and growing. Wash hands with soap and water. Keep minimum 6' distance from each other, self quarantine in your home. Reach out. Check on your neighbors. 
Animals are safe from this virus. Hug them, they will keep you moving and outside, stretch your legs, common sense, don't let your dog out on his own with no fence. Leash and go for a walk, away from others.
As always, help those that need extra that cross your path. Be well. Be safe. We are too.

Whatchadoin?

No sound emits from the laptop or phone, but she sees well enough to know we are looking down and not at her. Jealous. its real, Do we miss calls and notes, you bet. Is that bad to admit? It's not priority. Checking in. Like this, only better. 'Hi Bug.' Grandma's eyes, beautiful.

Carlee gives us courtesy curtsey's. They are amazing, because we know joint pain exists. Composure chew tabs for dogs. (Google it-also for cats). A good substitute, for Carlee, for the NSAID (nonsteroidal anit-inflammatory drug) from the vet, given about 7:30p. She reminds us, about twenty minutes later her evening gives into rest. Also given before groomer, storms, big winds, human visitors. Scary stuff. At the suggestion of a long ago vet, we continue to use them. Anxiety.

A few comments from the February farmers market. 'We love your peanut butter treats?' We don't make peanut butter treats. 'Are you sure?' Yes. 'Oh.' But we do have these best selling treats. She dug deep in her purse and got a #humantreat. That worked too.///////////////////////'Are you serious? I can eat these dog treats?' Yes. The best human grade ingredients with the fewest ingredients. Taking a small chicken bite out of the sample bag, broke in half and offered to the older than 18 yo gentleman. 'Oh, okay, you want me to try it?! (if you want) Ok.' Eating the other half (we have eaten many. Many.), not growing a tail,scratching an ear, or licking my nose. He ate his half and said, 'wow, that's pretty good.' Thanking him for trying them. He doesn't have a dog, but, 'would buy your treats if I did.'
Issues on dog treats in the news. Please read your dog treat labels? Ours too. Ingredients. Contact information. Nutrition label. Packaged and Distributed. Required information for our permit and display. Our treats are locally made. We started as hobby, and became passion.

Please help animals that cross your path needing help, we continue to do the same. Thanks friends.

Radar

First person we think of is Radar on M*A*S*H. Corporal O'Reilly. Not familiar? Google it. Radar is a dog taken care of by a friend. He needed a home, she had a spot. Radar first got Bab's treats just before Christmas at the Special/Christmas Farmers Market. His Mom stopped, asked, 'when do you have time to do this?!' Then said, 'if you had a treat for me, I'd be done shopping.' Well, we had a Dark Chocolate Pistachio Scone available. #humantreat Everybuddy was happy. Radar makes his Mom happy. She loves the unconditional love when she opens the door and company at night. 

Dixon also has a new home. He is learning manners around farm animals. He ran with a few friends for awhile, wasn't sure he knew what a home was or a kind human. He landed with the right person and place. She said, 'oh, he knows who makes his treats.' Radar and Dixon, both survivors because a rescue reached out.

Good stories, real life. What's the saying, 'saving one dog won't save the world, but for that one dog, their world will change forever.' Our world changed when Carlee joined our family.
She was on the run as you know, it took a week to gain her trust. We had a vested interest. No one claimed her in 5 days, receiving a phone call, 'are you still interested.' 'Yes.' She needed a home, we had a spot. 

If you have room, love, extra scoop of food, warm bed. Look into fostering a dog or adopting. Questions? Ask a local rescue, PAWS, Hopeless to Homes and more options in other areas. Look on  Facebook for contact information.

On that note, help any animal that needs help, we do the same.  

Warming up.

Christmas brought a new face to our home.  Before you get ahead of yourself, wait. He's been on a few car rides, a little girl reached out and gave him a hug at the farmers market a few weeks ago. Adorable. He is soft, quiet (no squeaker), lovable and Carlee is warming up. Well, lets show you. 
Its taken a few weeks to name, but right now he's being called Pnut. Yes, you would think there is blood running through veins, but a new pal and look at that smile. Life to us.

Carlee's Christmas was many days, she received a bone shaped ornament, a coat that velcro's around the tummy. Tricky to get the ends to connect, on a moving object. No bending hurting joints to climb in, bonus we were looking for.

Together a friend gave us a stocking she said, 'it had you written all over it.' of course, we LOVE it! It will take a lot of treats to fill, a HaHa moment.

Thank you for another great year of sharing your dogs with us. We love visits at the farmers market, stories, ear rubs for the dogs and when treats don't fit in bags, we bring along. See you again soon, watch our Facebook page for updates or 'Like' the Capital City Farmers Market facebook page, updates are on there as well, open and read. Information will include vendors and what each will bring.

We are wrapping up our week, Friday night is stretching into Saturday. Please keep your pets warm from the cold, help those that cross your path that need extra. Get them to Animal Control, someone may be looking for them and its a great way to get re-connected. Thanks friends.

Back pedal

'In for a look-over.'

Weekends are filled with events that interest us, but it is rare we head back into town once home from a Friday, this time of year. 
Shorter days, limited walks on beautiful afternoons. A recent outing brought excitement and quick fall. Carlee back pedaled while lifting her to the ground. This heart dropped, our girl lay still for a few seconds, sat up with closed eyes. Limp along on bad hip brought us home. Concern of course. Car rides create anxiety, but its the scented trail she likes to sniff.

'Step up. Good Girl.'

Vet said, 'nothing broken, but sore and will be stiff.' Pain meds daily, 7 days for our fourteen year old girl. Meds give her no fear, pain is gone. Signs of a fall, they too will pass, in hopes. 

'Its all clear.'

This year an experiment, a line across the top step into our home. With the leash, 'step up' works.

End of the day skies are as stunning as the beginning. Beautiful canvas. We are thankful, blessed and believe in prayer. Tranquil.

String of white into night.

 With that in mind, please help animals that need help, we will do the same. After all, our dogs are rescues. 

Be well friends.

New tricks.

Our vacuum is close to the floor tonight. Makes us wonder if her day is filled with rest.  We've been trimming, that face. Yikes. Our groomer is on maternity leave.  October, we trim Carlee's face and tummy, 'stand still please, nope, no walking, come back' I think we did well. Our bearded lady. A happy hound. See me! Treats were involved.

We have added a few items to Carlee's wardrobe, a hanky hangs like Buster's Christmas red bowtie. Think small cape. Constant scratching, this doesn't impede vision and scratching slows for a bit. Wardrobe. No malfunction. 

Dark diminishes eyesight. We add the leash on the way out the door, giving assistance up the three steps into our home. Two weeks later, she waits. She stops to sniff and wait for her new friend in the yard, 'are you coming?'


This weekend, Christmas lights to deck railing. Simple string of white that levitate in the night. 

Saturday December 7th is our last batches of dog treats baking for the year. We will sell out our inventory, starting again in January 2020. Since we are jumping ahead, mark your calendars, we will be at the American Legion on Saturday, January 25th from 10a-3p. Lunch will be sold and served. That, is always lovely.

Golly, its time for last out. Wrapping up, help those that cross your path that need help. We will do the same. Thanks to all that stopped by Zonta, always nice to see your fur in photos. Good night friends.

Hello November!

Isn't it lunch time?!

Change. It can be hard, with each time change, Carlee needs to keep routine. So we do. Sunday lunch wasn't same as Saturday. "In a minute." In the middle of exchanging treat sheets in and out of the oven.

Today we took down the work table. No more bumping into legs, she has the whole lamp light to herself. Its a favorite. But we added a box to the tower. We are getting ready for an upcoming two day local fair over the three day November weekend. It is hectic.


As with the past few years, early December we will stop baking dog treats for 2019. Inventory will be sold until its gone. We turn our attention to baking presents for family. If you have or haven't made candy, it takes time. Lots of it. Cook, cool, and wrap. Stand in line at the post office and mail. 
Its true, there is no place like home for the holidays. We love the holidays, relaxing, enjoying, knowing we aren't preparing for another fair until January 2020. Day venue, great cause.

Until then, follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Updates will be there. Take care. 

Autumn 2019

I can see from here.

Our home has seen the seasons, but we haven't fully grasped where the time has gone. Carlee has aged in joints, right hip hurts, vision diminished but she works a room like a vacuum. She. Is. The 'keeper of the treats'.

The Capital City Farmers' Market keeps us moving, meeting new dogs that drag their pawrents along. We continue to bake biscuits on weekends, dried in a few days, bag and out of a box on the floor we label, count and box. Then we page through our recipes of sweets and savors for #humantreats Have you followed us on Instagram yet?

For those that ask, sorry Betsy who was so excited about the Upside Down Pineapple Cake (thank you), we don't have set recipes for our #humantreats From Clara's Kitchen. Clara is Mom, she was super! A name seldom heard. Always beautiful. #CarleeClara

Because of the multiple dogs that visit, noses search for treats in hands, we don't have human treat samples, simply a health issue. But, we can point, give you a name and they can tell you about our baked goods for humans.

Bab's market season winds down for 2019, we will update on Facebook. Or follow Capital City Farmers' Market Pierre SD (because most states have a Capital City market). Each week details of who and what will be brought.

Thank you for choosing our treats and sharing with your furrends. We have started our twelfth year. Yes, 12!

As always, help those that cross your path. We do the same.

Buster...a year gone.

March 15th, a year has already passed. Had there been an indication something sad would happen, we would have made sure Carlee was with us. In his last earthly hug, I whispered in his ear. 'You take a nap and after supper we'll go for a walk. It's okay. We love you.' So. Many. Tears. Best boy.

In this year, Carlee has stopped to sniff other dogs. She has stood up on her back feet to see dogs held in arms. 'She has lost her brother and is looking.' All these years, she hasn't wanted to be dog friends with anyone. But she looks for Buster at every turn. I catch myself doing the same.

The first few months on our walks, a Westie would cross our path. Buster was near. He was approximately four years old when I picked him up in a foot of snow and placed him in a warm vehicle, on a new fleece blanket. I stopped at the cemetery and told the folks, ''I got him.' They already new. And we headed home.  With much love to you Buster, Mom and Carlee

Just fits.

Longer Days

For us, sunshine makes up for the dark on shorter days. Looking at our new years calendar (Happy New Year!) mornings are starting to become lighter, earlier. Yay! You can search online for sunrise/sunset calendars. We drive by the hours of the sun and not by the light of the moon.

Weekends, Carlee sniffs her leash, which hangs on a closet pull within the reach of her nose. So, off we go. She is a bird dog. Her eyes scan the shores for geese and the sky for eagles. We place her in Buster's harness, and hold tight to the leash. Safety first.

Enjoy your walks and your rides. Carlee had to learn to like them, but she is the first to the door.

Watch for dogs, animals in general, help them in this cold. We continue to do the same. Enjoy your week!

Autumn Days

Our busy schedule came to halt this Summer.  We need to be more specific with our prayers. Better the human to be under the weather than the dogs. Spending more time with the dogs was needed and appreciated. Yard work help from friends was required.

Eli, towed away

We won't be attending the Zonta Holiday Fair in November. We are back to baking dog treats on cool Autumn days, taking and filling orders. Feel free to contact us.

For those coming through or live in the Pierre and Fort Pierre SD area, our dog treats are available at Bliss and Sweet Peas, one of the St. Charles store fronts in Pierre, SD.  They have various fun shapes in different sizes. We also fill orders and ship out. Connect with us and we'll make sure your dogs, granddogs and neighbor dogs don't run out of treats.

Take time to enjoy your fur, they enjoy as much, if not more, as the humans do.
Help animals that cross your path needing a bit more assistance. We'll do the same.

Take care friends.

We've been approved!

Hundreds of just baked

It is 8 o'clock on a Sunday evening, our oven is off for the day. We baked many dog treats this weekend and long hours. We have wanted to do a particular fair for several years and now we have been invited directly by the vendor committee. Mark your calendars, Saturday, June 25, 2016 we will be at #OaheDays #PierreSD. It is three days, but we will only be in the park on Saturday.  A gal had seen us and purchased treats for her dog from the farmers market we attend. She got the ball rolling.

For Oahe Days, an application is filled out and reviewed by the board. They are looking for something new, out of the ordinary, and eye catching. Even though we were told, "We really want to see your dog treats down at the park for Oahe Days." An application still needed to be filled out and sent. it was final this week. We, have been approved. (tickled)

We have lined up friends to help with several tasks and more are on board. We have good friends and they don't blink an eye, donate their time, with a 'what can we do to help." #Phenomenalfriends.

Buster by the cool vent

 Back to treats, Buster looks for a cool spot on the floor. As the spot warms where he naps, he gets up and finds another patch of floor. Smart critter.

Having just two weeks to wrap this all together, we have bag labels to make, bags to fill, tent spikes to find, panels to purchase and bug spray. With friends coming and going, the day will unfold just as it will. Steamboat Park sits along the river, was nearly destroyed by the 2011 flood, but, it has thrived. It will be lovely to sit, read in downtime, visit and treat leashed dogs. I do love this beautiful park. When we sell out, we can pack up and go.

Don't forget, our treats are sold at Bliss and Sweet Peas at the St. Charles. A wonderful store with a cheerful welcome.

Until then, in these hot temperatures, be kind to animals that need help, especially water and shade. Check on your neighbors outdoor dogs if their pack is not home, or is, sometimes everyone needs a little extra.  Be concerned, we are. We continue to help where we are needed.

Have a good week friends!

Spring ahead

Carlee and Buster

Happy New Year and we hit the floor running. Carlee
rings in the new year with a howl and captive audience. The kids are furry and happy. But, let's be honest, we are looking forward to warmer and longer days. March 13th is the weekend to spring ahead.

Buster, our polar bear, naps

As we work on our todo list, Buster naps on it. Our list is long, at the top of our list is building a ramp, for everyone to use. We lift Buster down our few steps. He is re-learning the yard and can find his way back, springing back up our few stairs. For now we'll attach a gate and a mini ramp is in place. He's not sure about it, but we'll guide and help him, as we do now.


We have been testing new 'human' treats for the 2016 farmer's market season. We'll add a toffee, savory scones and yes, our baked goods are fresh. We get up early, sweet rolls are often still warm to the touch at opening bell. And, they melt in your mouth. We have become a weekly stop for many people, (you don't need a dog to stop and treat yourself). Taste testers are lined up to taste new ideas.

Small Savory Chicken dog treats

Til then, keep us in mind when you need a refill of dog treats. Delivery is free for Pierre/Fort Pierre SD city limits. We deliver in daylight hours only as not to scare waiting dogs. Our treats have traveled far, customers have sent to family fur as far away as Sweden, Afghanistan and closer to home, New York City. As you know, or maybe you don't, our treats have a long shelf life. When ready to treat, they are a quick crunch, ready to please any waiting dog.

Contact us, let's connect and see what we can find for your friends.

As always, we help where we can to dogs that need help, we hope that you do the same.
Take care friends.

Where has the Summer gone?

Autumn has already rounded the corner bringing shorter days and time changes, falling back for an extra hour of sleep. Our dogs wake at 5am, time frame to them hasn't changed, making longer days for the humans. Apparently a quick out, treat and saying '1 hour' helps them sleep and us not, but we can rest and plan for the day.

Zonta Holiday Fair is this weekend (November 14 & 15, 2015) at the Ramkota Inn/Pierre SD. Bab's Bites 'n Bones will be there, we've asked for the same area. If you're out and about, stop by, say hi. We'll have ornaments in various shapes, stocking stuffers' and our always fun Barkers Dozen and message bone bags. All our treats are handcut, homemade, 'spiked' with homemade beef and chicken broth. Our dogs are worth it, we think yours are too.

Name plate ornaments

We do create name plate ornaments. We sell at $3 each, Dimensions are 6 inches long and 2 inch wide. We ship our product. Our contact information is at the top of  the blog. Feel free to contact us, email is best. Treats take up to a week to dry, please plan accordingly. We don't bake dog treats the week of Christmas. We bake human treat gifts for family and friends.

Friday the 13th is crisp and a cool 22 degrees this morning. We have yet to insulate our home in a few areas and then we will be ready for Winter. If we have a wonderful warm three months, we would be okay with that forecast. Buster, our insulin diabetic Westie, continues to do well. He is regulated. His eyesight has diminished, but other senses have picked up. He wonders what is in store for our day, he is ready for a ride that doesn't include the vet's office and we are already running behind.

We search for Brandi, a Springer Spaniel, that ran with her sister June 13, 2015 in Pierre, SD.  Her sister returned and Brandi didn't. Brandi is 4-5 years old. White with liver patches. Red collar and tag. She had a rope lead on her, but has been seen without it. With information provided by the family, and ok given by the family, we have hung posters, given to residents in 'last seen' areas. Someone may have taken her in without knowing she was missing, but she has her collar and tags on. In hopes we can find her soon, her recent sighting has kept her far from home. If she would turn around and walk back as far as she has gone, she would be home. Please help those that need extra, from shelter, food and water. Patience to gain their trust. We continue to do our part, getting families back together.

Take care friends.

Buster's Breakfast

Bitten...forgiven.

July 29, 2015 our West Highland Terrier was diagnosed with diabetes. Insulin is the only way to regulate and for dogs, it can take months. We are half way there, beginning our sixth week and Buster can tell you, its been long. We give him two shots, after breakfast and again after supper. We're getting quicker, incentive of treats is most helpful and he likes fresh veggies. We let him smell the capped syringe and make sure the insulin isn't cold. We read daily and have learned much.  Injections are in his hip area. He can still reach us and we need to be quicker. Each week coming up with a new idea.

Coming back.

Sometimes he's lethargic, but as the weeks have gone by, we once again see characteristics of his breed return. He initiates play, runs to the gate and barks at passing big brown trucks. He has even surprised himself by jumping from his chair onto hardwood floors. His legs go out from underneath, quickly getting up as we run back into the room. "Impatient today?"

Carlee watches from afar

How can we not help him, he's family. Gravity is taking advantage. His nightly massages prove loose skin and counting of ribs. We can now feel his butt bones. Diabetes, once regulated, will gain some weight back. We pray that is soon. Us girls visited, Carlee helps out.

The vet and the girls that work at the clinic dote on him while he is there. He  climbs onto the scale by himself. He does better each day. In time. There is a verse in the song, "The Other Side" 'On the other side of doubt is faith; on the other side of pain lies strength; the journey may seem endless when you know the road is rough, but on the other side of fear is love.'   This is doable.

Have a good week friends, help those that cross your path that need some help. We'll continue to do the same.

Farmers Markets humming across the country.

Friend Ginger takes a treat

We follow several farmers markets from Canada Maritimes, East Coast, Florida to the West Coast and Minnesota. We like to expand our horizons. We are interested in their seasons and what is brought to their markets. From fruits, produce, baked goods, steady stand ideas and creative gardens. Correspondence has been fun, our aim is the same, have fun, label baked goods (its state law) and give the customer the best and freshest.

You are welcome to leash your dogs and come on down. Often times there are several four-footed friends. We want everyone to enjoy the family atmosphere. Please keep your critters close and at edge of produce stands. Its all workable when working together.

One of few fresh baked human treats

We get up early morning to bake human treats, often still warm when we get to the market. Though early callers, our market cowbell rings in at 9:00am and we close up at noon.

Lady from WY  stops for a treat!

So, mark your calendars, the Capitol City Farmers' Market opens Saturday, May 30, 2015 Downtown Pierre, SD. Corner of Sioux/Coteau at the Free parking lot.

We are happy our paths have crossed.

March is finally here...

We love the longer days, sun up and out by 6:45am and stretch 12 hours later to sunset. In just a few weeks, we'll lose that extra hour of sleep, but the trade off, of yet longer days is soooo worth it!

Valentine's Day we drew names from all our Page Likes from Bab's Bites 'n Bones Facebook page. Quite a variety, many people we didn't know, which is so neat! Small and medium treats were shipped closer to Canada, East Coast and far South. Closer to home, we shipped to South Dakota towns, Highmore, Sioux Falls and delivered local in Pierre. Our Valentine's are our world, we just figured, your Valentine's might be the center of your worlds too.

April starts craft fairs and May will bring the farmer's market.
We have a list of new items for human treats, fresh baked and we'll be happy to see you. Leash your dogs and come on down. Til then, if you need treats, give us a call, email or message. For convenience, Bliss and Sweet Peas has a place for our treats at the St. Charles in Pierre.

As always, help critters that cross your path, we continue to do the same.
Enjoy your week and we'll see you soon.