There are many reasons to buy a local cow. It helps your local economy, saves the planet through a lower shipping footprint, and allows you to see how it’s raised. But, if you haven’t butchered a cow before, you may not know what questions you should ask for a smoother process. You may be […]
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As winter approaches, you may be wondering how you can keep your rabbits safe and healthy. Rabbits love outside time, so even if your rabbit is an indoor pet, it’s essential to know about safe winter care. How cold can rabbits survive? Despite their cuteness, rabbits are reasonably hardy, weather-resistant animals. A healthy adult rabbit
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The archetypal image of a dog with a bone is something that we are all familiar with, and chicken is an age-old canine favorite, but are chicken bones really safe for dogs? What If My Dog Ate Chicken Bones? If your dog ate chicken bones, there is a risk the bones splinter or break.
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Horses are naturally sensitive animals. And, spooked horses are dangerous. When your horse seems overly jumpy and jittery, it could also signify that something is wrong. Why does my horse spook so easily? Horses spook for many reasons. The most common include a lack of confidence, a lack of relationship and trust with the handler,
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When I first got a pair of donkeys for my homestead, I didn’t quite know how to feed them. At first, I turned them out with my horses, but this didn’t work out ideally. That’s because these equids soon began competing for the choicest sections of the pasture. I was also unsure of what
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If you are looking to buy a cow to raise or butcher, for milk or meat, you’ll notice that the prices for cattle vary quite a bit. Unless you are used to buying cows, it can be pretty confusing. This article breaks down the factors that affect the cost and value of a cow. Here’s
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You may have noticed that beef prices are rising. From hamburgers to steak, the price per pound, or cut, is increasing. When it comes to sustainable food, there are many factors to juggle. This becomes more pronounced when you have a large family and is influenced by where you live and the local options
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When I purchased my first donkey, I believed it would simply graze without any health issues. After all, I had never really heard of a sick donkey. I had no idea what a sick donkey would look like. But when my first donkey lay down and wouldn’t get up, I realized something was wrong.
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Alpacas are popular in the United States because they make great pets. Friendly and curious, alpacas easy to get along with and fun to be around. Even though alpacas are easy-going and affectionate, not all of them enjoy you petting them. Like most herd animals, they can also be skittish. Do alpacas like to
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You’ve probably noticed grocery prices rising. Coupled with a desire to go back to the land and become more self-sufficient, many families are looking to source their own food. Whether you are looking for a meat or dairy cow (or both), there are a lot of benefits to purchasing from a homestead or a small,
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