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Milking a Goat: What You Should Know

Click here for frequently asked questions about rain rot in horses, including common misconceptions.

One of the most common questions I am asked is, “Why are my chickens missing feathers?” Let's explore reasons for feather loss in backyard chickens and how you can encourage those feathers to return.

If you are just getting started raising chickens, you might be coming across terms you don't know. See here for a great list of common chicken terms and their definitions!

Dairy goats can be perfect for the small homesteader who wants a steady producing dairy animal, but perhaps doesn’t have the space or housing available to raise a cow.

If your homesteading situation is set up to a point at which you have the ability to raise turkeys, I highly encourage you to do so! Here's why!

Click here for a step by step guide on how one homesteader successfully integrated bantams and standard chicks together!

Check out our guide to small goat breeds including pygmy goats and dwarf goats!

In this guide we'll dive into what exactly a bottle calf is, what separates this beauties from the herd and how you can hand-feed a calf into greatness!

Click here to learn can chickens eat blueberries, bananas, celery, grapes, pineapple, tomatoes and more!

Click here for A Comprehensive Guide to Giant Brahma Chickens! Learn about this amazing backyard chicken breed, its egg-laying abilities and more!

So, you want to raise goats! Whether you have no idea where to start or just need a refresher on the basics, here are some helpful tidbits.