You don’t need me to tell you that cows are some of the most common animals around, and certainly one of the most common livestock species kept around the world. They keep us supplied with delicious beef and milk, and for that we should be thankful. But you might be surprised to learn that cows …
Ducks have some of the most interesting mating rituals in the animal kingdom. Their process for finding a partner, courting, and mating is truly unique, and it’s essential to understanding how ducks live and flourish. And this isn’t just interesting trivia; if you own ducks, you’ll need to know this stuff to better support the …
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It’s hard to say, because a quick search on the internet will show that some owners claim their sheep seem to enjoy other animal feed that has meat in it, and there are even some claims of wild sheep eating small mammals. Is any of this true? Can sheep eat meat? No, sheep should not …
Sheep can eat just about anything that is plant matter, or made from plant matter. All sorts of pasturage, hay, grass, weeds, you name it; sheep eat it all. But sheep can also eat processed food that is just for them in the form of sheep feed. Sheep feed, like all other animal feeds, is …
If you’re like me, you love composting. It’s a great way to reduce and reuse your waste and create nutrient-rich soil for your plants in the bargain. But I’ll admit, I had to go against my initial instincts when it came to leaving insects and other crawling critters in the compost. I wanted to torch …
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When most of us think of barnyard animals and livestock that eat grass, we usually imagine cows, goats, sheep, and the like. But other animals are omnivores, meaning they can eat both plant and animal matter in their diet, and that means that they should be able to eat grass too, at least on paper. …
Many people think of goats as regular garbage disposers because they can clear a paddock, field, or cliff side of vegetation in no time. But there are many plants that are not healthy for goats to eat. So, can goats eat arugula? The simple answer is yes, but in moderation. Arugula is rich in nutrients …
Soap is something that we use on a daily basis. It’s freely available at most supermarkets and pharmacies and generally speaking it’s safe for most people to use. So, what do we do when we’re allergic to certain ingredients present in soap? We make our own soap! With that in mind, I did a bit …
Hay is a regular fixture found on farms and homesteads alike. Used as a versatile animal feed or sometimes even as bedding, this is one thing you’ll always need more of. But, is this something that our pigs can eat? Is it safe for our pigs to eat hay? Yes, it is completely safe for …
Many third-world country inhabitants have never been required to prepare a meal without a gas or electric stove. But for centuries, people have been baking bread, preparing fish, making jerky, cooking meat, and even making pizzas without electricity. As a keen outdoors woman/hiker/climber/canoeist/horse trail rider, I have often had to do without electricity for weeks …
