Chickens are omnivorous and some might say adventurous eaters. There is hardly anything they will not eat, though there are a few items that seem to be controversial among owners. One such item potentially on the menu is onions. Some owners are adamant that onions are completely safe and nutritious for chickens, while others say … Read more
In nature, there are hardly any animals that get more attention and have more mystique than ones that are just solid black. There’s something about it that is so mysterious, regal, and maybe even a little intimidating you just can’t help but be charmed by them. Even when it comes to raising our own sheep, … Read more
Chickens are highly adaptable eaters, omnivores that enjoy both plants and meat in their diet. Most owners already know that you can feed all sorts of things to a chicken, and they will gobble them up happily. But like every animal, there are some things they should never eat. How about holly bushes? Can chickens … Read more
In a beehive, every bee has a job to do, and every bee has to do its job so that the hive can sustain and prevail. But amidst it all, there’s one bee that’s undoubtedly more important than all the others and that is the queen. The queen bee is responsible for laying countless thousands … Read more
Goats live mostly on a diet of hay, grass, bark, silage and similar plant matter, but they will eat a surprising variety of vegetables, including some that you might not expect. Goats need vegetables to round out their diet and get nutrients that they may not get out of their usual food or get in … Read more
Even though they don’t make it specifically for us, it sure is nice of our bee friends to make a surplus of honey that we can collect. This golden, wonderfully sweet stuff has been coveted and harvested from bees since time immemorial, and today it’s one of the most important and beloved foods around the … Read more
Have you ever wondered if raising pigs is actually profitable? I mean, most of us know someone who raises pigs even if we only know them tangentially or by reputation. And, of course, we know that pork is extremely popular, because there is no shortage of products in every single grocery store. The more you … Read more
Lavender is one of the most well-known and beloved of the common herbs, and it is certainly the most fragrant. Whether you love it or can’t stand it, lavender has a distinguished history both in traditional medicine and various cuisines around the world. But can chickens eat lavender? Yes, chickens may safely eat lavender, but … Read more
Leafy vegetables are some of the most popular with gardeners all around the world. Most are highly nutritious, and they are typically a lot easier to grow compared to vegetables that must bear fruits. One such leafy vegetable that isn’t making a big comeback in terms of popularity is Swiss chard. Relatively unknown to many … Read more
Goats are herbivores that eat a wide variety of plant matter, including grasses, leaves and even some produce in the form of fruit and veggies. But not all things, however wholesome they are for us, are safe for animals. Grapes are one good example. But are grapes harmful to goats? Can goats eat grapes safely? … Read more
Of all the baby animals out there in the world, baby sheep are probably the most precious. Those little, perfect wooly bodies, adorable faces, and those tiny hooves… they’re so cute! These baby sheep are extremely important to farmers and homesteaders the world over. Not only do they wool but they are also vital for … Read more
You’ve probably heard the old argument about insects and arthropods, and the number of legs that they have. But then again, there are some radical exceptions in each category. As most of us know, most insects typically have six legs. Most, but not all. How about bees? How many legs do bees have? Bees have … Read more
Whatever our animals prefer to eat, it rarely fails that they will take a nibble out of just about anything that is within reach, and especially if what is in reach is some other animal’s usual food! Geese are not exempt from this behavior, and it’s common to see them stealing a bite of chicken … Read more
When it comes to domestic animals, most species look quite different but not all. It’s common to confuse a donkey with a horse, and sometimes ducks and geese can be mixed up… But other times the differences can be very minimal indeed. Let’s compare rams and goats, for instance. They’re about the same size, both … Read more
The lilac is a common shrub that is known for its clusters of fragrant springtime flowers. Native to Europe they have been introduced to many other parts of the world and are commonly found in gardens, parks, and natural areas. They are often used as ornamental plants because of their showy flowers, and so are … Read more
Goats, being herbivores, can eat all sorts of plant matter, including grasses, hay, leaves, silage, vegetables, and more. Grains also fall into the category of plant matter, but goats generally don’t want to eat too many of those. But how about rice? Can goats eat rice? Yes, goats can eat rice safely. Rice is not … Read more