Sheep Wool Has A Place In The Garden
June 13, 2022While sheep themselves may not be welcome among planted rows, their wool makes an excellent addition to the garden as mulch, fertilizer and more!
Treating Pink Eye In Sheep & Goats (Video)
May 30, 2022Pink eye, or keratoconjunctivitis, is a bacterial disease that can cause major discomfort and potential blindness in animals. In this video, we show you how to treat the condition.
All Sheep & Goats Need Scrapie Tags—Here’s Why
May 24, 2022If you intend to sell sheep or goats, you are required to register and tag your livestock with scrapie tags. Here’s what to know about the disease and requirements.
Love My Breed: Babydoll Southdown Sheep
May 16, 2022We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about keeping Babydoll Southdown sheep. Check out what they had to say!
Coccidiosis Is A Deadly Sheep Parasite, Too
May 16, 2022Most people know to protect chickens from coccidiosis, but the parasite can infect sheep, too. Here’s what to watch for and how to treat.
Sheep & Goats Have Year-Round Small-Farm Value
May 2, 2022Sheep and goats make excellent livestock for small farms with financial or space limitations, and their products can bring producers some income, too.
Documents Your Sheep Breeder Should Provide At Sale
April 25, 2022Sheep breeders should follow a handful of best practices when selling animals, so make sure you receive these documents when you buy an animal.
Answering Important Questions About Hoof Trimming in Sheep
April 18, 2022Hoof trimming for sheep is important, but why exactly is that so? What do you need to trim hooves, and how do you do it? We have answers.
Should You Feed Your Sheep Kelp Meal?
April 18, 2022The official science may still be out on feeding sheep kelp, but anecdotal evidence supports supplementing a flock’s diet for overall benefits.
Ringwomb Is A Dangerous Lambing Complication
April 4, 2022Ringwomb, or incomplete dilation of the cervix, is a commonly encountered issue during lambing season. Read more to learn how to identify this condition and what to do if it happens on your farm.
