Episode 103For the Love of Goats As a Nigerian dwarf breeder myself, I am acutely aware of how many people think that “pygmy” is a size, not a breed of goat. In this episode, we are talking to four National … Read More
If you are looking for a small, calm, soft, and colorful rabbit, the Mini Rex rabbit breed might be right for you. Mini Rex Rabbit – Is it the right breed for you? Monna Berryhill developed the Mini Rex Rabbit … Read More
By Tammy Churchill If you have a backyard flock and want to increase the soil health of your garden, did you know that you can use chicken manure as a fertilizer? Assuming you follow a few simple steps, your plants … Read More
If you’re planning to get started with chickens this year, you might be wondering where to buy them. Or maybe you’ve heard that you can buy chicks through the mail or at farm supply stores, and you’re wondering which option … Read More
Learn how to identify types of mites parasitizing your flock, how to treat your chickens and their coops safely and effectively, and how to prevent further infestations. You may ask yourself, “Why should I be concerned about my chickens having … Read More
Episode 102For the Love of Goats At one time or another, every goat owner will probably be faced with external parasites on their goats, which usually means lice or mites. Dr. Michael Pesato, Assistant Clinical Professor of Food Animal Medicine … Read More
It was not until around 2015 that I ever heard anyone talk about constipation in goats. I suddenly started seeing a lot of posts on Facebook about goats with constipation. I had never had a constipated goat in my herd … Read More
By Coleen Johnson The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is called the Great Pyrenees in the United states. It is widely believed that the Pyrenees descended from mostly white colored Asian flock guardians brought to Europe between 1800 BC and 1000 BC. … Read More
By Tammy Churchill If you want an all-natural, free fertilizer for your garden, look no further than chicken manure compost. Composting with chicken manure is a win-win. Anyone who has kept chickens for any length of time knows one thing: … Read More
Episode 101For the Love of Goats If you think a Nigerian dwarf goat is too small and standard sized dairy goats are too big, then mini dairy goats will meet your needs perfectly. Miniature dairy goats are a hybrid that … Read More
Thrifty Homesteader is about creating a more sustainable life, but what exactly does that mean? It means making choices that will make you healthier...
