Livestock – Goats And Sheep

The first time I ran a metal comb through a goat's winter coat and pulled out a handful of fiber softer than anything I owned in my closet, I...

If you keep goats, managing their hooves is one of the non-negotiable maintenance tasks that comes with the territory. Neglect it and you will have...

Sheep are one of the most forgiving livestock choices for a homestead. They ask for less than cattle, produce more than chickens, and reward patient...

If you have been thinking about adding sheep to your homestead but dread the idea of annual shearing, worrying constantly about parasite loads, or...

If you want one animal that punches well above its weight for self-sufficiency, the dairy goat is it. A single productive doe will give you fresh...

Goats are one of the most practical animals a homesteader can raise. They are efficient converters of rough forage, they produce milk, meat, and...

If you have spent any time in farming circles online, you have seen the photos. A round-faced sheep with a black nose, black knees, and black feet,...

If you’re new to raising goats or considering adding them to your homestead, one of the first questions you’ll ask is: what do goats eat? While...

I know in most parts is spring already, but it’s never too early to prepare for the upcoming winter months. Last year, as I prepared for the cold...

Goats are wonderful animals to raise because of their unique and fascinating characteristics. They are extremely versatile and make great additions...

Chickens typically eat insects, vegetables, and fruits, but sometimes, they eat their own eggs. For chickens out in the wild, it’s actually a normal...

So, you’ve decided you want to raise goats or sheep, but you’re a little confused about which direction to take. Well, to start you’re on the right...