Relating to Farm Animals

Determining the sex of baby turkeys can be challenging. A young turkey's developing sex organs are difficult to see, and often, males and females look similar. Although some farmers argue that you...

Cattle are a good option if you are looking for a legal tax break. Everything from the feed they eat, to equipment necessary to handle them, to vehicle mileage to tend to them can be successfully...

The purpose of an electric fence paddock is to construct a fence that is reasonably durable and one that your animals learn to respect. The heart of every electric fence is the energizer, which...

I'm not a carpenter. I'm a single mom with one goal in mind. I wanted chickens. They needed a house. It can't be that hard, can it? Low on funds, I recycled every scrap of wood I could. And...

If you want a guarantee of only pullets (female chicks) in your hatchery order, it's best to stick to a chicken breed with a genetic coding to make sexing easy. Though hatcheries employ sexers for...

As word spreads of growers obtaining solid results by adding worm castings to garden plots, vegetable beds and even golf courses, worm "poop" becomes a natural sell. Worm castings contain more...

Livestock enjoy rubbing and scratching themselves on wood fence and fence posts, therefore, you must install a wood fence properly to prevent livestock from breaking it. A morning of brisk...

The emu, closely related to the ostrich, is a large, flightless bird originating from Australia. While meat and fresh eggs are obvious products of emu farming, many farmers are now raising them...

If you are a horse or livestock owner you need to take action to protect your animals and reduce the risk of spreading or causing wildfires.

A pullet was scalped by a larger rooster and needs to be treated to promote healing of the wound and avoid infection

Halter breaking a calf - steer or heifer for the show ring can be a really challenging but also a rewarding experience.

Properly tanned sheepskin makes soft rugs, slippers and other products. Tanning sheepskin can be a good project if you have your own sheep or can get hides from a butcher.

Secure fencing for your livestock is a huge and important responsibility. It not only keeps the animals inside a safe area, but it prevents them from wandering or causing accidents that would...

Hawks are known to be a nuisance to farmers. They are fond of smaller warm-blooded animals for nourishment. Hawks will feed on free-range chickens, ducks, turkeys and geese when the opportunity...

Woven wire fencing is a secure, attractive and reliable fence option for controlling and maintaining livestock enclosures. It keeps the animals from placing their feet through the openings and...

Not every pet gate is made the same. Various gates are available on the market, but one may not get the desired results for smarter dogs, larger cats, and tricky furry friends. Since your pet is...

Cows are tough, hardy animals and don't require much shelter from the elements other than natural shelters, such as trees. For cows in harsh climates, a simple three-sided shed can be built for...

Learn how to install a cattle fence to keep your cows safe within a designated area. Installing a cattle fence can also be used to keep unwanted livestock away from your property.

You can start to raise ducklings in cardboard boxes, although be aware that cardboard absorbs moisture and deteriorates within a few days. Therefore you will need to replace the cardboard box...

An electric fence is one of the most effective and economical ways to house livestock, horses or other farm animals. Standard fencing, made of materials like wood, wire and cable, can cost as much...

Fencing is an absolute necessity for livestock owners. If you have horses, cattle, sheep, goats, or any other farm animal, you must have good fencing. Although fencing is a relatively...

Fencing is an absolute necessity when you own livestock. What type of fence you need and how to install it will vary with the animals you own and the abuse it will have to endure. Practicality...

Hi, We live in the country, and have visits at night from the coyotes. I am going to tell you of some of the methods that we use.

Miniature Ponies need harnesses too. This is an easy how to on how to make a homemade mini pony harness...

Alpacas are becoming very popular pets, and there is good money to be made from raising these adorable animals. So if you want to start an alpaca farm, you first need to build an alpaca barn....

The art of tanning a squirrel pelt, or any animal hide, is almost a lost talent in today’s world. Squirrel pelts were known in days gone by as a long wearing, durable leather that was sewn...

Chickens need coops to keep them safe from harmful elements in regards to the weather and, of course, from predators, domestic and wild who may be looking for a free chicken dinner. Chickens also...

A relatively rare domestic animal today, donkeys suffer abuse and neglect at a greater rate than other equines in the United States. If you're concerned, you can act to save these gentle animals.

The Rock Cornish Game Hen was fist bred in 1950 in an attempt to replace the guinea hen—due to a farm fire a large flock of guinea hens were lost. The Cornish Game Hen is a product of...

A Leghorn chicken is a noisy bird that is spirited in nature. It is smaller than many chickens, but it is still larger than a bantam. The Red Leghorn is a forager and they get much of the protein...

The Anconas chicken is a rare breed that originated near the Italian city of Anconas. It is a descendent from the early Leghorns and other earlier breeds. The Anconas has a mixed ancestry that has...

Meat chickens have their own distinctive look. They originated from "great grand parent' eggs from companies in the United States and the United Kingdom. These companies specialize in select...

Even if you never set foot in a show ring, a thorough understanding of standards is necessary for everyone in the beef industry. Farmers and future farmers must be familiar with what makes one...

Livestock auctions are a great way to sell a large number of animals at one time in one place. Prospective buyers can save time and money by visiting the auction and choosing from a wide variety...

Donkeys are animals that have been with mankind since Biblical times. They are good-natured and hardy, and don't require much beyond basic maintenance such as worming, vaccinations and trimming of...

Raising beef cattle for profit is a little more challenging these days. Ranchers are finding it more and more necessary to think outside the box when it comes to selling their beef. Read on to...

Did you wish you could be a cowboy? Do you long to ride the plains, drive cattle across the plains, and wish you could rope cattle? Well, it isn't impossible, nor is it too late. You can start by...

The market for rheas is a more diversified one now--there is a market not just the meat but other parts of the rhea as well. This means a little more work on the seller's part getting your rheas...

Raising and butchering your own cows is one way to be self-sufficient. It is also a way to gain some control over the production of the meat you will eat, as you control what the cow eats and how...

There is nothing quite like roast duck--the richness of the meat, the moistness of the texture. If you like duck meat and prefer to raise your own ducks, you could not only have the satisfaction...

Providing a comfortable environment for your emus is essential to properly raising and breeding them. In addition to building a pen that allows your emus to run and exercise, you must build a...

Trying to move a 6-foot emu into a trailer is possible, believe it or not. It can be a dangerous endeavor because of the size, strength and speed of the bird, but you can control your emu and get...

Guinea fowl pens can be small or large and as simple or complex as you like. Pens for a guinea fowl need to include an enclosed house and a wire surrounded run. You can utilize an existing shed or...

Guineas make a good addition to your farm for several reasons. The meat is especially good because only turkey meat has more calories. They make good watch animals and give a loud call whenever...

Ostrich farming has been popular in other countries for years, and is recently becoming popular in the United States. Ostriches are farmed for their meat, feathers and a hide that is similar to...