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Chickens Articles
Can Chickens Eat Jalapenos? Is it Safe?
There is no denying that chickens have some of the most varied appetites of any…
Urban and Suburban Backyard Chickens: What You Need to Know
I lived in a small townhouse with a tiny backyard. I squeezed in a garden,…
How Exactly Do Hens Lay Eggs Without Mating?
Everybody knows that chickens lay eggs. You know that, I know that, absolutely everyone knows…
So, Why Do Chickens Lay Eggs Every Day?
Chickens are interesting creatures, and probably the very best animals you can keep as livestock….
Chickens On The Homestead – Tips For November
Although the changing of the leaves is a splendor to behold, we homesteaders see the…
Chicken Coop Ventilation Done Right
When you’re building or buying a chicken coop, there are all kinds of features you’ll…
Homesteading
How to Homeschool Your Children If They Have Special Needs
I have a very passionate, personal motivation for enriching the lives of people living with…
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…
29 Dangerous Homesteading Practices
Have you ever wanted to just drop everything, and stop relying on other people and…
32 Things Your Non-Homesteading Friends May NOT Understand
If you’re a homesteader, then you know that there are some things your friends who…
How To Organize Your Home on a Budget
There are always areas in the house where clutter seems to build up, and organizing…
25 Easy Tips to Keeping Your House Clean
I worked in the restaurant business for over 15 years, and more than 10 of…
Goats
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 Pine Needles? Is it Safe?
Ask anybody who’s kept goats for a long time and they will tell you that,…
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 Peaches? Is it Safe?
Believe it or not, in the wild goats don’t get too much fruit. The occasional…
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 Meat? Is it Safe?
For folks who haven’t lived around or raised them, goats are often thought of as…