Clementine was my livestock guardian dog. I was home. It happened in the middle of the night. I was up getting a snack at 11:30 and all was fine. Then I was woken up by my FIL. The barn was already in full flames.
It is surreal. I just got finished separating all the birds for breeding season. It is a huge set back and is very heartbreaking. We also lost two sheep. Anything living in the barn is not living any more.
We are highly insured for the barn, but the livestock are not covered. We will rebuild, but to replace all those birds who were so much like pets is impossible.
Everyone go out and check your extension cords. Don't overload to try to keep waters from freezing. Make sure all your extension cords are heavy duty.
I'm thankful that all of my family is still alive.