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Chickens Articles
Toes in Chickens: How Many is Too Many?
If you’re a chicken keeper, it pays to get acquainted with your birds. You need…
Can Chickens Eat Leaves? Is it Safe?
A typical day for a domestic chicken usually involves eating lots of chicken feed and…
14 Unique Gifts for Chicken Lovers
Is there a chicken keeper in your life? From books and shirts to home décor,…
12 Fascinating Chicken Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
You know, there’s an old saying that says familiarity breeds contempt. But if it doesn’t…
Clipping Chicken Wings – How And Why You Should
Having a backyard flock of chickens means you get fresh eggs. They require little care;…
Will Generators Get Wet? What Happens Then?
Every homesteader knows by now how indispensable generators are. For getting work done around the…
Homesteading
Fire Preparedness on the Homestead
By now, few people need to be told of the importance of good fire safety…
The Best Hand Pumps for Your Well (Deep or Shallow)
The first real sign that winter hit at my house was a day like any…
Homestead Clothes: 14 Essentials to Wear
We’ve all heard about dressing to impress and having the right tool for a particular…
Suburban Homesteading – The Ultimate Guide
Homesteading isn’t just for those living out in the country; if you live in the…
29 Dangerous Homesteading Practices
Have you ever wanted to just drop everything, and stop relying on other people and…
What Exactly Is Grey Water, Anyway?
Living off the grid means that sometimes you have to make do with whatever you…
Goats
Should Goats Be Eating Thorns?
Goat owners know that their animals will eat just about anything they take a liking…
15 Goat Breeds for the Average Homesteader
One of the coolest things about goats is also one of the most intimidating: there…
How Exactly Do Goats Eat Thorns?
If you own goats, chances are you have probably observed them eating some pretty questionable…
Can Goats Eat Avocado? Is it Safe?
Goats, or at least domestic goats, can eat a surprisingly varied diet. Some owners even…
Can Goats Eat Cucumbers? Is It Safe?
Goats need different vitamins, minerals, grasses, leaves, grains, fruit, and vegetables to grow and be…
Can Goats Eat Kale? Is it Safe?
Goats eat all sorts of leafy vegetables and other plants, and that includes many of…