Can You Have a Duck As a Pet [7 Pros and Cons]

Can You Have a Duck As a Pet [7 Pros and Cons]

Ducks are some of the most impressive birds, and I love their quirky personalities! But – can you have a duck as a pet? What about domestic ducks? We have a flock of 12 ducks, but I’m not sure I would…

7 Compelling Reasons for Raising Oberhasli Goats

7 Compelling Reasons for Raising Oberhasli Goats

Want to learn more about Oberhasli goats, their traits, and their characteristics? Then read on! We’re about to brainstorm all about Oberhasli goats – including why they belong on your farm or homestead. But first, let’s talk about why goats are all the…

Can Chickens Eat Banana Peels?

Can Chickens Eat Banana Peels?

At some point or another – most homesteaders and chicken parents usually ask the following questions. Can chickens eat banana peels? And is it safe for chickens to eat banana peels? Maybe you’re trying to figure out a way to…

Can Chickens Eat Cherries or Are They Poisonous?

Can Chickens Eat Cherries or Are They Poisonous?

It’s guava time over here in South Africa and the soft, squishy fruits are tumbling from the trees with alarming regularity. Personally, I hate guavas, but my chickens are rather partial to them. I was a little concerned that they…

Can Chickens Eat Strawberries or Tops?

Can Chickens Eat Strawberries or Tops?

Chickens have a surprisingly varied diet and will gulp down the most disgusting-looking insects and worms just as happily as they will their normal chicken feed. As chickens enjoy a wide range of different foods, you can easily find tasty…

Can Cows Eat Apples? What About Fermented Apples?

Can Cows Eat Apples? What About Fermented Apples?

For humans, an apple a day is supposed to keep the doctor away. But for cows, tackling a fruitarian diet isn’t quite so straightforward. Can cows eat apples? Do they enjoy them, and are apples good for them? We’ll go…

5 Signs of Hoof Rot in Goats and How to Treat It Yourself

5 Signs of Hoof Rot in Goats and How to Treat It Yourself

All hoofed animals are susceptible to fungal and bacterial infections of the hoof. Horses often suffer from mud fever, greasy heels, and thrush, while our cloven-hoofed friends – sheep, cattle, and goats – are all prone to hoof rot. Whether…