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What’s That Yellow Stuff In My Sheep’s Fleece?

Animals | Large Animals |
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Yellow sheep's fleece may be a problem or not at all. Here's how to tell the difference.

4 Tips For Loading Pigs Into A Trailer

Animals | Large Animals |
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Getting good pork to market starts with loading pigs into a trailer.

When Is It Time To Help A Doe In Labor?

Animals | Large Animals |
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Occasionally, goats need a helping hand in the kidding pen. Don't panic—prepare.

How To Castrate A Calf

Animals | Large Animals |
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There's more than one way to castrate a farm animal—and options on what to do afterward, too.

5 Sheep Books Off The Beaten Path

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Seeking more sheep reading? Enjoy five of my uncommon favorites.

3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Own Horned Goats

Animals | Large Animals |
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Horned goats are just terrible accidents waiting to happen.

How To Spot & Treat Goat Parasites

Animals | Large Animals |
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Grazing on an overly soiled pasture can sometimes lead parasites in your goat herd.

Lessons In Lambing

Animals | Large Animals |
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Review these basics to ensure a successful lambing season every year.

How To Build A Goat Lambar

Animals | Homesteading | Large Animals |
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Make bottle-feeding your goat kids easier with a homemade lambar.

Bummer Lambs Are A Bargain

Animals | Large Animals |
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Grow your flock affordably with bummer lambs.

Watch Your Dog Around Your Pigs

Animals | Large Animals |
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Keeping pigs safe from the family pet is important, so watch that dog.

7 Medicines For Your Goat First-Aid Kit

Animals | Large Animals |
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Stock your goat’s medicine cabinet for these remedies to use in an emergency.

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