When homesteading, water is the most critical consideration. You need it to grow a garden, farm, raise pasture, and raise livestock. I can’t think of any of the many homestead types that don’t require adequate water. Water is essential. Not only is it is vital for raising plants and produce for your family. It […]
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If you want to raise sheep for meat, it can be difficult to figure out what breed to raise. Sheep breeds that grow larger and have a higher meat quality and taste are called meat sheep breeds. Sheep meat breeds usually grow faster and produce less milk than milk breeds. Choosing the best sheep breed
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I know how dangerous drooling can be in a horse. My young 2-year old filly has been an absolute learning curve for me, but blowing bubbles was new! My filly always seems to come up with new and strange things to do as she explores her world. However, the drooling concerned me, and I
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Today’s domesticated goats are related to animals that once roamed the Iranian Plateau and Zagros mountains, which explains why they have such an aptitude and enthusiasm for climbing. Goats are at home in rugged areas where balancing and climbing are their main activities. Toys that encourage them to utilize these skills will provide mental stimulation
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It’s happened to most of us. You’re riding with a friend on the trail when they take the turnoff to go home. Your horse suddenly refuses to carry on along the path. Perhaps your horse wants to follow the other horse. Or they call out, back up, or even begin napping and want to
How to Stop Horses From Being Buddy Sour and Barn Sour Read More »
Every spring, my goats start scratching. This itchiness is normal and associated with them shedding their winter coats. When they started scratching in the autumn as well, I started to wonder if something else was wrong. I couldn’t see any mites or other external parasites, but they were clearly losing hair and their skin appeared
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Donkeys and horses share many similarities, but their nutritional requirements and digestion systems are very distinct. Donkeys and horses evolved in very different environments. When horses were already grazing the lush Great Plains of North America, the Wild African Ass was nibbling on shrubs and succulents in the arid African desert. Donkeys have evolved to
Best Forage Food for Donkeys: Grass Hay or Straw? Read More »
When beef cattle get mastitis, it can be harder to identify, address, and treat. Beef cattle are different than dairy cattle, which critically affects treating mastitis. Did you know that beef cattle can be at a higher risk of mastitis than dairy cattle because they are usually kept in a herd longer? Plus, many
Mastitis Beef Cows: How it Differes from Dairy Cow Mastitis Read More »
I remember riding a donkey as a child, and it was perhaps one of the most jarring experiences of my life. Donkeys weren’t exactly built for comfort, but they can really carry a load. This is exactly what makes donkeys great pack animals. With their sturdy little legs, they easily carry massive loads on
Trail Donkeys: The Secret to a Great Hike! Read More »
All horse owners want the best for their equine companions. Unfortunately, many modern management regimes are so far removed from a horse’s natural behavior that they cause more harm than good. Obesity is increasingly common as stabled horses fail to get enough exercise and consume feeds that contain more starch and sugar than they
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