As I've been researching alpacas for our backyard homestead, I wondered if fighting would be a problem. So I sat down to research how, when, and who they fight - and what I can do to prevent or help...
Category: Pets and Livestock
The first time my chickens were outside in the rain, I have to admit I panicked a little bit - and I wondered if I should take an umbrella outside to escort them back to the coop. Are chickens okay...
When it's summer and hot (and your chickens are panting and spreading their wings in the coop, the coop roof is too hot to touch without getting burned) and you're worried about the heat, it's normal...
If you're considering getting alpacas, it's important to think about how large (or small) you want your herd to be. So I sat down to research the answer to this question: how many alpacas should you...
When you're considering getting an alpaca (or two), it's important to know how to groom them. So, let's talk about the dos and don'ts of alpaca grooming, based on my extensive research. Alpacas...
How Long You Can Safely Store Fresh Eggs (on the counter, in the fridge, etc)
When you're collecting fresh eggs from your backyard chickens, you'll wonder how long you can safely store them. And you'll wonder if storing them in different places (like the fridge or countertop)...
