Cradling and handing rabbits on their backs sparks fierce debate due to overall stress concerns. Recent research shows that the use of gently-induced tonic immobility (TI) reduces stress indicators, with rabbits in TI showing lower cortisol and glucose levels than those handled upright. Thus, proper dorsal restraint has been clinically shown to minimize stress during handling.
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Goat Care 101: The Ultimate Guide to Shelter, Feeding, and General Health
Goats are versatile animals ideal for small farms, offering easily manageable sources of milk, meat, and fiber production. Proper care such as providing secure shelters, using ample bedding, maintaining a good nutrition plan through hay, grain, and quality loose minerals, and keeping up on regular hoof trimming and vaccinations will prevent many of the common issues you may run into when raising them. With good management, goats can be low-maintenance once established, making them a rewarding addition to any homestead.
Purchasing Quality Goats: Tips From a Seasoned Breeder
Purchasing quality goats is crucial to your farm’s success!
High-quality animals that are bred with production, longevity, and health in mind are much cheaper and more productive over the course of their lifetime than ones that aren’t.
As a result, finding the right goats in the beginning will prevent many potential setbacks and stress for years to come.
By using these expert tips, you can ensure you’re choosing goats that will accomplish your goals – without emptying your wallet!
Stray Dogs: An Expensive Problem for Flock Owners!
Stray dogs can cause significant damage to livestock, with the financial impact far exceeding the perceived value of the animals they kill. From the initial cost of chicks, to unseen feed expenses, and lost potential profit over the lifespan of the animal – the impact can be catastrophic!
Dairy Goat Breeds – For Dummies!
“Does breed even matter?” If you’re looking to start your dairy goat journey, chances are you’re riddled with questions over which goats are best for your homestead. Never fear! Check out this comparison of some of the most popular dairy breeds – such as the Alpine, Saanen, Sable, La Mancha, Toggenburg, Nubian, Oberhasli, and Nigerian Dwarf – as we highlight their average milk production, fat, and protein content, as well as their breed characteristics, origin, and suitability for different climates.
Cost Disparities Between Local & Commercial Farms
“Fresh chicken… for THAT price?” With customers feeling overcharged and small farmers yearning to be understood, join me on a deep dive into why commercial farms can get away with charging so much less for their products.
Urinary Calculi in Goats: Fact vs Myth
Urinary calculi is a devastating condition that, left untreated, will always be fatal. It can come on suddenly from one feeding to the next and is impossible to predict. However, it can be easily prevented. Read this article to learn all about urinary calculi, its symptoms, and how to protect your herd from its devastating effects.
10 Genius Ways to Cut Costs (Without Cutting Corners) on Your Farm or Homestead
Today’s farmers have it tough. Not only do we undertake the same labor-intensive tasks as the previous generations, but now our resources to do them are dwindling. It’s time to get crafty! Here’s a list of 10 genius ways to cut costs on your family farm or homestead – without sacrificing quality!
6 Easy Ways To Support Your Local Farmers
Local farms are essential in maintaining a happy, healthy community. They provide quality, responsibly-sourced food at a reasonable price and give consumers more control over how their food is raised. However, because they’re much smaller than industrial farms, they do need a lot more support. You can help! Continue reading to learn six easy ways you can help support your local farmers.
How To Train an Aggressive Rooster
When it comes to proper training and handling, it seems like roosters get the short end of the stick. Between a set of instincts to protect their hens and enough decency to not maim their human handlers, it’s a tough line to walk for a lowly bird. What’s a flock owner to do? Fear not! Continue reading to get the inside scoop on training an aggressive rooster.
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