Question by Dewdrop Warrior: Is it legal to have a fainting goat in PA? I wanted to know if it is legal to have a fainting goat in pennsylvania. I also want to know the living requirements for one such as: what can they eat? how big of a yard should i have? Can you […]
Continue reading …Hi, I just turned thirteen and I was wondering how I could get experience in these jobs.?
October 11, 2013 1 CommentQuestion by Dee: Hi, I just turned thirteen and I was wondering how I could get experience in these jobs.? When I grow up I either want to be a hairdresser, a cook, or a farmer that deals with dairy cows, goats, berries, vegetables, and an orchard.(A variety, yes I know.) I live in the […]
Continue reading …I’m looking into acquiring a pasture of land & creating an ecologically friendly pasture. Tips?
October 9, 2013 1 CommentQuestion by soilsweetie: I’m looking into acquiring a pasture of land & creating an ecologically friendly pasture. Tips? I have been offered to buy a small pasture of land to tend to because I plan on owning a farm and business in my later years and this will be an introduction for the real thing. […]
Continue reading …Question by Jo L: What crops can you grow to feed animals and when are they harvestable? I am mainly concerned with farm animals like pigs, cows, sheep, chickens etc. When would the crops need to be planted, when would they be harvested, and what crops would they be. Are oats good for this? Give […]
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Image by Linn County Fair 2010 4-H/FFA Dairy Goat Show – Photos courtesy of Todd Hunt & Dae Ann Holub Question by KOta bug: what kind of questions do judges ask in a goat showmanship class? i am new to showing goats and im entered in a showmanship class. what kind of things should i […]
Continue reading …What sort of milk can mom drink while breastfeeding that is not from cows and does not contain cow proteins?
October 5, 2013 19 Comments
Image by Linn County Fair 2010 4-H/FFA Dairy Goat Show – Photos courtesy of Todd Hunt & Dae Ann Holub Question by Carc CowBoy: What sort of milk can mom drink while breastfeeding that is not from cows and does not contain cow proteins? The baby is allergic to dairy products but we want my […]
Continue reading …Question by Morgan: what are some good shampoos for fitting a goat? i’m showing 3 goats and want to know what are some good grooming tips to learn. What shampoo will make my goat shine? Can you help? Leave your own answer in the comments!
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Image by Linn County Fair 2010 4-H/FFA Dairy Goat Show – Photos courtesy of Todd Hunt & Dae Ann Holub Question by Cassy_supergirl: Is the cholesterol found in milk bad or good? I have been wondering this questions for a while. I drink 2% milk from naturel and was reading that there is 20 mg […]
Continue reading …What causes a goat to give birth with no milk but has had constant feed for 3 mo. prior to giving birth?
September 30, 2013 2 Comments
Image by Linn County Fair 2010 4-H/FFA Dairy Goat Show – Photos courtesy of Todd Hunt & Dae Ann Holub Question by toby: What causes a goat to give birth with no milk but has had constant feed for 3 mo. prior to giving birth? I have a boer goat who in the past has […]
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Image by Island Vittles Make Halloumi Cheese at home — you just need milk, rennet & salt! Question by marinasala@rocketmail.com: How can I lighten my skin a little? My skin is tan, sorta coco like but I want it a lighter coco-ish but also glowing. Does goat milk soap work? What do you think? Answer […]
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