Animal shedding is one of the earliest and most visible signs of seasonal change on the farm. Long before the official first day of spring arrives around March 21, livestock begin losing their thick winter coats, leaving hair on fences, feed buckets, and your clothing. While it’s easy to assume that warmer temperatures trigger this […]
Toggenburgs are marvelous dairy goats. A Toggenburg doe, GCH Western-Acres Zephyr Rosemary, currently holds the Guinness Book of World Records title for giving 9,110 pounds of milk amounting to nearly 1,140 gallons in 365 days.
Angora goats are an easy-keeping breed that produce copious fiber.
Understanding why goats headbutt can help handlers predict their movements, manage herd dynamics, and ensure both human and goat safety.
Practicing goat safety tips is an essential part of owning goats and providing them with the best care possible.
Hoof care is an important part of livestock maintenance. Here's how to perform a basic goat hoof trim to keep your ruminants happy and healthy.
Will you have extra pumpkins on your property? Consider giving them to sheep, goats, cattle or horses—and check with pumpkin patches for unwanted surpluses.
A wether goat is the perfect option for those who are not looking to breed their herd.
If you love tasty milk as well as incredible homemade cheese and yogurt, consider getting dairy sheep. Here's what to know before you buy.
Sheep of different age, sex and purpose have varying needs. Here's our guide to sheep nutrition as well as a word about copper.
Keep One Or Several Animals As Pets Instead of Livestock On Your Hobby Farm.
With enough land and time to dedicate to doing it right, co-pasturing animals such as chickens, goats and cattle with pigs is possible.
