Farm Animals Health

Various types of lice may infect your farm livestock, and typically become a problem during the winter when livestock are slow moving and grouped together in pens or barns. Not only do lice bite...

High urea nitrogen, also known as urea toxicity, develops when the urea added to livestock feed is too great. Urea is a useful dietary supplement for livestock, particularly ruminants (cows and...

Selenium is a mineral needed in all livestock for healthy development and prevention of disease. Selenium is found in high amounts in plants grown in soil high in the substance. Trace element...

The National Animal Identification System (NAIS) is a voluntary program under development to protect livestock during major animal disease outbreaks. It also seeks to uphold consumer confidence...

Coyotes, foxes, raccoons, hawks/eagles, snakes, bear, and even mountain lions can be a real threat to a lot of farm animals. There are many ways to protect your animals from these predators. Make...

Hoof and mouth disease is a viral infection which affects many cloven-footed animals. If undetected in the early stages, this contagious condition can quickly spread among your livestock. To...

If you are new to an area, or new to owning livestock, you may find yourself needing to buy feed and/or medication for your animals, but unsure of where or how to go about doing it.

Handling farm animals is a wonderful job or even a hobby for many people. There are, however, inherent dangers involved when working with livestock. It is imperative to choose specific protective...