Last week, we discussed barber pole worms, a major killer of goats and sheep. This week, let’s talk about some ways you can help control livestock parasites in addition to using chemical dewormers.
Our resident goat blogger advises on how to check your herd’s eyes.
Two of my three Pilgrim geese, all girls, started making a squeaky noise instead of their normal squawking. They are about 6 years old. Any ideas as to why they are doing this? —Bea
This has been a sad week for Uzzi and me. Our special friend, Fayre, the Portuguese Water Dog, died last Friday evening.
Martok the blogging goat answers your questions.
This morning, Dad was dishing out goat feed when he picked up a pan, turned it over and there was a huge black widow spider underneath.
Mom has taught some of us goats at the farm how to pull a wagon. I haven’t learned because I’m a studly buck, and when I get excited, I sometimes pee on things, like the person holding onto my lead.
Last week, I talked about how we goats make kids. Llamas and alpacas do things completely differently. I bet you’ll be surprised!
Today’s “Ask Martok” question is something I have a teensy bit of experience with: goat breeding.
Our resident goat blogger explains how to take care of broody hens.
