Animals

Animals are pets, livestock, guard animals, or parts of our family. Let’s make sure our animals can live a full, healthy life. Predators are also animals, but let’s learn to live peaceably and safely with them – without our animals becoming their meal.

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Plants Chickens Won’t Eat: The Complete Guide

We all know that a free-range lifestyle is better for … Read Article

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What Chickens Can and Cannot Eat: Complete Guide

Good quality, tasty eggs come from healthy, happy chickens. Nutrition … Read Article

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What Time of the Year Do Chickens Lay Fewer Eggs? Cold VS Hot Weather

Humans and chickens aren’t very different from one another on … Read Article

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What Do Llamas Eat for Treats? 9 to Use and 9 to Avoid

Taking care of animals can be hard work. One of … Read Article

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All The Sounds a Llama Makes and Their Meaning

Llamas were domesticated around 4,500 BC, and since then, humans … Read Article

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Alpaca Won’t Get Up? Meaning and What To Do!

Is your alpaca laying down more often or having trouble … Read Article

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Do Goats make Good Pets?

Having a pet at home can be just like having … Read Article

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Do Alpacas Make Good Pets?

Alpacas are fun and friendly animals that you may have … Read Article

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Do Chickens Make Good Pets?

Everyone knows that chickens are a classic farmyard animal, but … Read Article

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Do Sheep Make Good Pets?

Fluffy lambs are the cutest things on earth, so it’s … Read Article

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Do Pigs Make Good Pets?

Pigs make for entertaining and rewarding company, thanks to their … Read Article

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Do Llamas Make Good Pets?

While llama fiber isn’t quite at the same level as … Read Article

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How Much Milk Does a Goat Produce Per day? Guide by Breed

Milk production is a must if you want your homestead … Read Article

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