Feed & Housing

Kelp for Goats

Add to Favorites Kelp (Ascophyllum nodosum) is a seaweed in the algae family used by many goat keepers as a feed supplement. It’s the most common seaweed used for animal …

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Blister Beetles and Alfalfa
May 31, 2025 · · Feed & Housing, Health

Add to Favorites Seeing beetles on a hay crop is alarming, but the sight of blister beetles, which love to feed on alfalfa, is on another level. They’re most common …

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Growing and Cutting Hay

With the rising expense of hay, if you have the space and equipment, growing and cutting hay for yourself could be a way to reduce costs. Even those with smaller spaces can supplement their hay in summer.

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A Guide: What Can Goats Eat

What can goats eat? What’s best for them? What should the bulk of their diet be? These questions are best answered before you get goats.

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How to Know What Plants are Toxic to Goats

Pay attention to what your goats are browsing; dangerous plants are abundant.

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Training Goats to an Electric Netting Fence

An electric netting fence is the best fencing for goats in terms of portability. And it doesn’t take long to train your animals for the electric goat fence. Here’s how to do it.

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What Do Goats Do Naturally? 7 Goat-Friendly Barn Essentials
December 22, 2022 · · Feed & Housing

What do goats do naturally? How can we give them freedom for natural behavior in confinement. Check out these enrichment ideas backed by science!

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Extension Cord Safety in Barns
November 27, 2022 · · Feed & Housing

Heat lamps aren’t the only cause of barn fires in the winter. Extension cord safety is a must when trying to keep livestock warm.

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How to House Goats Harmoniously
September 30, 2022 · · Feed & Housing

How to house goats with the minimum of conflict and stress, providing access for all to feed and resting places, while making the most of space. A goat-friendly perspective on barn design.

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How Much Space Do Goats Need?
September 30, 2022 · · Feed & Housing

How much space do goats need in the barn and at the hay rack to avoid aggression and get their fill? How much land do they need for adequate grazing at pasture? Research reveals answers that vary according to individual goat needs.

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