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Say Cheese! For Recent Reader Livestock Photos

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These Say Cheese contenders include mischievous goats, a diminutive donkey, pretty pigs and more, so check out this photo roundup from Hobby Farms readers!

Grass-Fed Cattle Are Just Plain Better For The Bottom Line

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Grass-finished? Grain-fed? Though there are a lot of confusing terms at play these days, but there's no denying the benefits of raising grass-fed cattle.

Battle of the Bulge (Pt 1): Helping Overweight Livestock

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Obesity can plague our livestock just as it plagues us, so here are some of the dangers overweight equines face and what to do about the issue.

Considering Animals? Check Out These 9 Livestock Lessons

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We've rounded up 9 lessons for anyone considering adding animals to their farm or just want to make raising livestock a little bit easier!

Keep Your Herd Safe With Smart Electric Fencing

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If you have a herd that likes to "test your fence," you may want to take a look at smart electric fencing, which can monitor and alert you to weaknesses.

Green Haven Farmstead Directly Connects Family To Food Source

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Green Haven Farmstead founder Clark Green tells us how the Ohio family venture runs on a shared spirit and a lot of hard work.

Cattle Feeding Basics: Time To Ponder Protein

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Don't overlook protein when considering the nutritional needs of your cattle! From pasture to range cubes to complete ration mixes, you can provide protein in various ways.

Identifying & Avoiding Toxic Plants for Sheep 

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After spotting a stand of johnsongrass in the sheep pasture, this shepherd got serious about protecting her flock from toxic plants.

Prevention & Anemia Signs, Symptoms In Sheep

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Anemia is a common health problem in ruminant animals, and the malady can quickly lead to death. Here's how to prevent and monitor for sheep anemia.

How To Prevent & Treat Pinkeye In Your Cattle

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Have some calves with runny eyes? Pinkeye might be to blame. Read more to find out about this common summertime condition in cattle.

Babydoll Southdown Sheep Are Adorable, Easy To Keep

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Hardy, docile and without big space requirements, Babydoll Southdown Sheep make a great addition to hobby farms. Lean more abut the breed here!

Cattle Feeding Basics: Getting Real About Roughage

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Feeding cattle right means meeting a variety of nutritional needs. In this first part of a series, we look at providing cattle with the right roughage to thrive.

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