Fall means it’s time to breed goats and sheep. Although it’s a totally natural process, there are usually some surprises for new owners experiencing their first breeding season. So, here are five tips for breeding goats and sheep with success. … Read More
Fall is the time when goat, sheep and camelid owners start to see problems with meningeal worm (Parelaphostrongylus tenuis). Unlike intestinal worms, which go to work in an animal’s stomach or intestines as soon as it is ingested by the … Read More
By Kassie Dwyer When you raise dairy goats, you will soon find that even if you have a large family and you are consuming all of the delicious milk, cheese, and yogurt you possibly can (and so are all of … Read More
Before we moved to our farm, I always knew that we’d collect rainwater for our livestock. When visiting my grandparent’s farm and my uncle’s ranch as a child, I recalled they had downspouts that flowed into water troughs. So, when … Read More
By Leslie Johnson The ancestors of the American Karakul surpassed all other sheep in terms of their contribution to mankind. One of the oldest sheep breeds in the world, Karakul Persian lambskins were enormously valued by royalty for their distinct and … Read More
By Lucienne Brown Dorset Horn sheep were bred and developed in England. This is the only breed of English origin that can breed out of season. Easily identified by the all-white bodies, legs, and faces, the ewes carry a set … Read More
Llamas are increasingly gaining recognition as effective guardians for smaller livestock, such as sheep and goats. With their natural instinct to protect and socialize with other animals, they are becoming popular for farmers who need a low-maintenance guardian for their … Read More
If you know me at all, you know I’m a huge fan of home remedies. I remember my mother using baking soda for indigestion, and at the end of a long day, I love taking a bath with epsom salt … Read More
By Ellen Baize Homesteaders who choose Shetland sheep will find this friendly, hearty, versatile breed the perfect fit for the farm of their dreams. Their easy to handle smaller size, lovely variety of natural colors, and spectrum of usefulness help … 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
Thrifty Homesteader is about creating a more sustainable life, but what exactly does that mean? It means making choices that will make you healthier...
