Category: Other Livestock

Dairy goats have long been valued for their excellent milk production and versatility in various agricultural settings. Whether you are a homesteader

Alpacas are social herd animals and should always be kept with others of their kind, or, at the very least, with other herd animals. They are gen

Corsican sheep, also known as the Corsican Ram, is a breed of domestic sheep originating from Corsica, an island in the Mediterranean Sea. They a

Colostrum is that yellow secretion given by the ewe for the first twenty-four hours after lambing. The three main functions of colostrum include:

Hypothermia or birth chill is one of the main killers of baby goats. It is when a newborn kid has been exposed to the wind, cold, and has not bee

Behavior in an animal is defined as its response to its environment. A basic understanding of sheep behavior will make raising and handling sheep

Stomach ulcers are not uncommon in alpacas and they can easily lead to death, so it is important to prevent this alpaca disease. Unfortunately, a

Goats are rather hardy animals; however, they are susceptible to pneumonia, a possible result of being subjected to damp, drafty conditions. Dair

Llamas have been used successfully as guard animals for sheep, goats, cattle and miniature horses. They are very intelligent and curious, and can

Many sheep producers are looking for alternatives to forages. It is important to consider all the alternatives. Silage is an excellent alternativ