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12 Duck Breeds That Make Good Pets (And 5 That Are Awful)
Alpine Goats – Your Basic Care Guide
The Muscovy Duck Breed on the Homestead
So, What Are Duck Feet Called? Do They Have a Name?
Do Ducks Actually Eat Fish? Setting Things Straight…
18 Things You Can Feed Your Mealworms
Top 10 Duck Breeds That Will Yield 140+ Eggs Per Year
Can My Ducks Get Fleas? What Should I Do?
Chickens Articles
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus? Is it Safe?
It’s kind of funny when you think about it, that most of the produce that…
So, Why Do Chickens Lay Eggs Every Day?
Chickens are interesting creatures, and probably the very best animals you can keep as livestock….
So, Can Chickens Eat Raw Eggs?
Pretty much all chicken owners figure out quickly that their beloved chickens are highly omnivorous….
Can Chickens Eat Ice Cream? Is it Safe?
I think if we’re being honest, pretty much every person who owns animals would admit…
A Chicken’s Foraging Diet: What they Eat Naturally
Modern, domestic chickens that are well-kept and cared for usually enjoy highly varied diets. But…
Are Eggs Under a Broody Hen Safe to Eat?
When you have a flock of chickens that you depend on for laying, you probably…
Homesteading
Fire Preparedness on the Homestead
By now, few people need to be told of the importance of good fire safety…
30 Gifts for Homesteaders Your Loved Ones Will Enjoy
As a homesteader, you may at times find yourself strapped for cash or otherwise seeking…
Removing Toilet Stains: 7 Different Ways
It’s not a pretty sight to see toilet stains in your bathroom. Usually caused by…
29 Dangerous Homesteading Practices
Have you ever wanted to just drop everything, and stop relying on other people and…
What Can You Burn in a Burn Barrel? 5 Things That Are Safe
Having a burn barrel is a great way to cut down on the amount of…
Where is Feeding Mealworms to Chickens Illegal?
When it comes to feeding our chickens, insects make some of the best food around…
Goats
Alpine Goats – Your Basic Care Guide
In many ways, goats can be ideal livestock. They aren’t too big, are surprisingly productive,…
Will Goats Eat Anything? Can They? Should They?
In popular culture, goats are associated inseparably with the notion that they can and will…
Is It Safe for Goats to Eat Tomato Plants?
I often get questions about the diets of various animals, and, specifically, “Is what I…
Goat Bloat: Best Remedies And Prevention
Bloating can be a major problem for ruminant animals, and it’s especially common in goats….
Can Goats Eat Peaches? Is it Safe?
Believe it or not, in the wild goats don’t get too much fruit. The occasional…
So, Is Sevin Dust Safe for Goats?
If you own goats, you probably already know that they seem particularly prone to attack…