Premature kids need immediate intervention and special care. Evaluating the needs of a floppy kid as soon as possible helps you make an educated decision about your level of intervention.
Read MoreGoat hoof trimming is part of maintenance for keeping goats healthy. Regular goat hoof trimming will help prevent hoof rot.
Read MoreFrom the smelly, drama-filled courting to birthing, there are a few things you should know about goat reproduction.
Read MoreHaving a goat mentor can be a lifesaver. Getting timely answers and comparing notes with another goat keeper is a great learning method.
Read MoreAsk any goat herder. Goats will find a way to get into trouble. Goat leg injuries from climbing, horns hooked on fences, heads stuck in buckets, and the great escapes, goats will keep us on our toes.
Read MoreGoats hurt themselves in so many ways. The medicine cabinet should include goat medications for treating external wounds like cuts, bruises, and sores. Goats may need internal first aid, too.
Read MoreLearn about the different mohair goat breeds for fiber, discover the different grades of wool, and how to care for your fluffy herd.
Read MoreAdding a dairy goat farming business plan to your homestead goals takes careful thought and preparation. In addition to purchasing the necessary livestock, dairy goat supplies must be purchased and the facility readied.
Read MoreUrinary calculi in goats and sheep is a common and mostly preventable livestock health issue. While it is slightly different in each species, it has many similar causes, symptoms, and prevention.
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