Latest
So, Why Do Sheep Headbutt?
The True Costs of Buying and Raising Ducks
Toes in Chickens: How Many is Too Many?
7 Chicken Breeds That Have… 5 Toes!
So, How Many Ducks Should I Get?
Raising Beef Cattle: The Complete Guide
What’s a Broody Hen? What Does Broody Mean?
8 Salmon Faverolles Facts to Know Before You Get Them
Chickens Articles
6 Things You Should Know About Keeping Chickens
Deciding that we wanted to raise hens for eggs has been a fun adventure for…
Butchering A Chicken – Harvesting Meat HUMANELY
**Warning: some of the pictures may be graphic and unsuitable for some viewers, as it…
10 Quick Facts About Lavender Orpington Chickens
When it comes to chickens, there is no shortage of breeds to choose from. Every…
Composting With Chicken Poop: The Right Way To Do It
For homesteaders, chickens have a lot to recommend them. They lay lots of eggs, they…
Do Chicken Coops Really Need Heating?
All domestic chickens need a coop to call home. The coop serves as the resting…
Chickens On The Homestead – Tips For November
Although the changing of the leaves is a splendor to behold, we homesteaders see the…
Homesteading
Here’s How to Take a Sponge Bath
There are many reasons people take sponge baths instead of taking full baths or showers……
10 Chores to Never Let Young Children Do on the Homestead
“Do your chores!” These are words that I heard frequently as a kid, and it…
13 Ways to Get Quality Clothing For Cheap or Free
Do you ever find yourself looking at your closet and wishing you had more options?…
30 Ways to Reuse Your Eggshells Instead Of Just Composting
The next time you have eggshells to throw out after your morning scramble or Benedict,…
191 Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids On Homesteads
I homeschooled all three of my kids from Grade 0 to Grade 12. Along with…
Is Homeschooling for YOU? (9 Reasons It may NOT Be)
As more parents become concerned about the quality of education that their children are receiving,…
Goats
5 Reasons To Consider Disbudding Your Goats
Goats can fall into two categories: those that are polled and those that are not. A…
Can Goats Eat Straw? Is it Safe?
Greenery and plant matter like grass, hay, leaves, twigs, and bark, along with a few…
29 Snacks and Treats To Feed Your Goats in Moderation
Ask anyone who’s owned goats and they will tell you: goats really are eating machines….
Can Goats Eat Celery? Is It Safe?
Goats need a mixture of grasses, leaves, roots, hay, bark, and grains to stay healthy…
Can Goats Eat Pine Needles? Is it Safe?
Ask anybody who’s kept goats for a long time and they will tell you that,…
26 Veggies Goats Can Eat that Are Perfectly Safe (PDF)
Contrary to popular belief, goats cannot eat garbage. While these curious creatures may be seen…