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Chickens Articles
So, Why are Chicken Wings Hairy?
Everyone knows that chickens have feathers, but have you ever seen a chicken with hairy…
Can Chickens Eat Eggplant? Is it Safe?
One thing that is kind of funny about the fruits and veggies we eat is…
Buying Chickens: A Step By Step Guide
Chickens are a great addition to any homestead or farm. Not only do they provide…
Training Chickens to Come When Called (and More)
My free-range flock was at it again. They left the cozy acreage of our farm,…
So, Can Chickens Eat Wild Bird Seed?
If you own chickens, you know that they can eat pretty much anything. Meats or…
Can Chickens Eat Pineapple? Is it Safe?
If you own chickens, you probably already know that they eat all kinds of things,…
Homesteading
Homestead Clothes: 14 Essentials to Wear
We’ve all heard about dressing to impress and having the right tool for a particular…
How Saving Money Nearly Ruined My Marriage and My Life
I was a teenager in the 80’s, the decade of decadence. I grew up to…
How Much Do 55 Gallons of Water Weigh?
Water is so important for everyone; it is recommended that we should drink at least…
The Best of the Best 30 Hallmark Movies to Watch
It is that time of year again! The time for the whole family to gather…
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,…
How To Organize Your Home on a Budget
There are always areas in the house where clutter seems to build up, and organizing…
Goats
Is It Safe for Goats to Eat Tomato Plants?
I often get questions about the diets of various animals, and, specifically, “Is what I…
Can Goats Eat Maple Leaves? Is it Safe?
Goats are browsers, and that means they eat a huge assortment of plants, and specifically…
Goats’ Lifespan: How Long Do They Live?
No matter what sort of livestock you keep on your homestead, preparing for the end…
Can Goats Eat Cucumbers? Is It Safe?
Goats need different vitamins, minerals, grasses, leaves, grains, fruit, and vegetables to grow and be…
Should Goats Be Eating Thorns?
Goat owners know that their animals will eat just about anything they take a liking…
Can Goats Eat Pumpkin? Is It Safe?
Goats are ruminators that love to forage for food. In the process of foraging, they…