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Sick Chicks: 7 Common Illnesses You May Encounter

Marek’s Disease is a viral disease that is almost always fatal. Because of this, most hatchery chicks are vaccinatedagainst it in their first 24 hours after hatching or even while they are still in the egg. You should consider vaccinating your … See more

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Guide to Keeping Goats Naturally Healthy

WebTo increase water intake during freezing temperatures, serve warm water. Twice a day is optimum. Keeping an electrical teapot or hot pot in the barn, that can be turned on just …

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Goat Udder Problems: Injuries and Infection

WebSevere external udder trauma can look very ugly and requires urgent attention. Common injuries are lacerations, bumps, and punctures. Minor superficial cuts and …

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The Basics of Caring for Goats

WebWhen building a herd health program from the ground up, beginning with the basics of caring for goats is best. One needs to consider the basics of the environment …

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What to Feed Chickens to Keep Them Healthy

WebAs far as feeding chickens scraps, feel free to feed them meats, cheese, vegetables, fruits, bread, french fries, boiled eggs and most anything else in small …

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A Guide to Recognizing and Treating Chicken Foot Problems

WebCover the foot with a gauze pad, secured with first-aid tape or thin strips of vet wrap, taking care not to make the wrap too tight. Repeat this procedure every two or …

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Pregnant Goat Care

WebPregnant goat care after breeding. It is important not to stress your does out between 2-3 weeks post-breeding as this is the time when the embryos are implanting …

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A Chicken Feeding Guide to Balance Diet at All Ages

WebThe protein amounts for grower feed is usually 14-18% by weight. Most chickens will need this feed until 20-22 weeks of age when they are ready to lay their first egg. Some larger …

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The Benefits and Disadvantages of Goat Milk

WebProtein levels in goat milk vary by breed as well as season, type of feed, and stage of lactation. For instance, Toggenburg goat milk is 2.7% protein while Nubian goat …

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Creating the Best Water Sources for Bees

WebA teaspoon of chlorine bleach in a bucket of water may be enough to get the bees’ attention. Other beekeepers add a handful of ground oyster shells to a pie pan of …

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How to Treat Goat Diseases and Illnesses Naturally

WebReading Time: 10 minutes By Rev. Dr. Waltz, ND, DD, CNC, CTN, Delta Colorado – When it comes to goat diseases and illnesses, th ere are many ways to care …

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A Guide to Sick Chicken Symptoms

WebChicken diseases and illness can be caused by a number of things. Viruses, bacteria, molds, fungus, and parasites are the infectious type of illness. Often, if one of …

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Goat Medications and First-Aid Must-Haves

WebThe first is B vitamins, B1 and B12. The next, activated charcoal, large amounts of baking soda, and a drenching tool. Sadly, when a goat becomes ill, their …

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Oregano for Chickens

WebOnce your plants are 4- to 6-inches tall, you can start pinching back the tops of the plants. This will result in a bushier rather than leggy plant. Harvest the leaves in the morning …

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Preventing and Treating Coccidiosis in Goats

WebGreen leaves are best, followed by hay. Probios is a product designed for ruminants and will add healthy bacteria back into the gastrointestinal tract . Coccidiosis in …

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When, Why and How of Deworming Chickens

WebTreatment is repeated in 10 days. Fenbendazole is approved for turkeys, for which no withdrawal period is required. It is not approved for chickens, and if overused …

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Goat Vaccinations and Injectables

WebFill no more than half full, then cover with disinfectant solution. Add concrete, dirt, or gravel to trap the sharps and seal well. Injectable bottles and contents also need …

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Broad-breasted Vs. Heritage Turkeys

WebLabels may say, “young tom” or “young turkey.”. Most commercial growers process their birds at seven to twenty pounds and freeze them until the holiday season. …

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Selenium Deficiency and White Muscle Disease in Goats

WebSelenium deficiency in goats can cause white muscle disease in goats, also known as nutritional muscular dystrophy. However, a deficiency in vitamin E can cause …

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