Before ever deciding to breed your goats, you must make a difficult decision about the horns of their kids: should you disbud them? Most goat owners feel quite strongly one way or the other, so if you ask around, you’ll probably hear both sides of the argument. The disbudding process requires an experienced person to […]
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Humans and donkeys have lived together and worked side by side for 6,000 years. In many depictions of them, donkeys are stubborn, thick-headed, and especially stoic. When I got my first donkey, I wondered; “Are donkeys as stoic as they appear, or are they able to express their emotions?” Do donkeys show emotions? Donkeys
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If you’re thinking about raising goats, one of the first decisions you’ll want to make is whether or not you want goats with horns. The decision of horns or not is a very emotionally charged decision for many people. If you‘ve decided on having goats without horns, you have a few choices I will cover
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Goats can get into all sorts of trouble and even more so if they have horns. Getting their horns stuck in fencing is common. They can also accidentally stab you with their horns when you are working around them. As a result of these risks, many goat owners are searching for hornless goats. Are there
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Maintaining good health in your flock is extremely important whether you have a backyard flock or a commercial farm. Ensuring the health of your flock includes administering the correct vaccinations at the right time of year. What vaccinations do chickens need? Most chicken owners apply three vaccinations that protect flocks from the most common diseases:
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For thousands of years, horses have pulled heavy loads. Historically, horses hauled artillery wagons, survival supplies and carried military riders into battle. In the 1800s, horses pulled plows, transported goods from one town to another, and were valuable burdens for various manufacturing processes. Today, many draft horses still work on farms, compete in pulling
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One of my friends mentioned that since horses and donkeys are very similar, they should be considered the same species. It’s an interesting thought and one I wanted to clarify. Why are horses and donkeys different species? The scientific definition of a species is whether or not two animals can interbreed and make offspring also
Horses, Donkeys, and Mules: Is There A Difference? Read More »
If you’ve ever driven by a field and seen cows grazing, you may have wondered if they live off grass or if they enjoy other tasty treats. While they appear to live on only plants, their diet is more complex than it seems. Are Cows Vegetarian? Cows are not vegetarians. They are herbivores. Their
Are Cows Vegetarian? Guide to Nutritional Needs of Cows Read More »
The discovery of red, inflamed eyes (also known as ‘red eye’ or hyperemia) in a rabbit may be alarming to many pet owners. Many owners want to know if it’s a severe condition or can be passed to other rabbits. White rabbits can have red eyes related to albinism. An albino rabbit doesn’t have pigment
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Donkeys are known for being extremely stubborn and sometimes aggressive if not appropriately treated. But once trained and socialized, these highly intelligent equines can excel in a wide range of areas on your farm. Depending on your plans for the future, you can find donkeys perfectly suited for milk, riding, and pets. What kind
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