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Can an Alpaca Live Inside?

While we've been researching alpacas, we've wondered what their ideal living environment is. My research has shown that they prefer living outside. Even so, I can't help but wonder - can an alpaca...

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Can Alpacas Live with Goats?

As we've been researching animals for our backyard homestead, we've come across two particular species that intrigue and interest us: alpacas and goats. But can alpacas live with goats? Alpacas...

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link to Why Your Chicken Eggs Smell Fishy – and What to Do

Why Your Chicken Eggs Smell Fishy – and What to Do

While I love eating fresh eggs, sometimes you get an egg that just smells fishy. And then it tastes weird and fishy, too. So why do some chicken eggs smell fishy? And what can we do to prevent...

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Do Sheep Get Cold After Shearing?

While watching sheep getting sheared at baby animal days, my kids asked me if sheep get cold after shearing. I thought it was a good question, given how some of the sheep appeared to shiver. So I did...

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Do Sheep Like to Be Pet?

Sheep are a favorite at petting zoos and farms. My kids love seeing and petting them. But do sheep like to be petted? I asked around and did some research - and here's what I found about if sheep...

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This is Why Your Chicken Eggs Have Ridges

Whether you've got chickens or you're still researching them, it's nice to have an idea of what to expect. And as I've come to find out, eggs aren't always perfectly egg-shaped - some come with...

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I'm Kimberly Starr. My family has always loved being outside and gardening. Now we are building a backyard homestead and immersing ourselves in this wonderful new lifestyle. We're learning as we go what works and what doesn't. This website is where we're sharing everything we've learned.

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