Hoof trimming at an early age is important when parenting a mini healthy, happy pig. It is as easy as checking their nails and pads for any cracks, splits, or overgrowth regularly. Start with a nail filer to scratch the hoof’s surface to trim the tip of the hoof of...
So can chickens eat bananas? YES they can. Chickens are domestic animals that eat anything you have to offer them. They are often referred to as “mini-trash cans” because they eat anything from kitchen waste to leftover food. If you are a chicken keeper, you will understand what I mean. Table Of...
In this article, we will help you choose from the numerous pig hoof trimmers on the market. Also, we will give you a jumpstart on how to trim your pig's hooves. But first, why should you trim your pig's hooves? Understanding The Hoof Of Your Pig Importance Of Trimming Your Pig's Hoof Like...
Most goats are seasonal breeders, with the length of the breeding season varying between individual goats within breeds and between breeds. The breeds of dairy goats that originated in the Alpine Mountains of central Europe (Saanen, Toggenburg, French Alpine, and Oberhasli) have an average breeding season of about six months in...
How bright is the Future for Meat Goat Production? Raising meat goats can be profitable. Meat goat prices have been steadily increasing since the mid 1990’s. Since it takes a considerable investment in land, shelters, and fences to raise them, one needs to look at the future outlook for meat goats...
Goats are more susceptible to internal parasite than other species of livestock. In order to raise meat goats successfully one must take every precaution to prevent and control losses from internal parasites. There are many things that a meat goat producer needs to know about internal parasites and how to...
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