Pigs have a reputation for being dirty animals. And I suppose that’s because they wallow around in mud regularly and eat some pretty gross stuff, so part of this reputation is deserved. But pigs really aren’t that filthy, are they? Well, as it turns out, pigs might be even nastier than you think in one … Read more
Whether you want to let your chickens free-range or you prefer to keep them in a smaller, fenced run or other enclosure, you’ve got to have a good fence. “Good fences make for happy flocks,” that’s the old saying! Actually, I might have that wrong – but it’s still the truth! The trick is picking … Read more
There’s one thing that most people tend to associate with pigs, it is the fact that they can eat basically anything. They eat all kinds of vegetables, fruit, and even meat… What most people don’t know is that pigs can also eat grains as a limited part of their diet. However, not all grains are … Read more
When most folks think about the diet of rabbits, probably the first things that come to their mind are hay, grass, and similar vegetation. That’s with good reason, too, because all these things are staple foods for rabbits in the wild or in domestic settings… But what you might not know is that rabbits can … Read more
When it comes to drinking milk and eating dairy products, humans are the only creatures that continue to consume them well into adulthood. Pigs are mammals too, of course, and naturally, they get a steady diet of milk when they are very young, but sows and owners don’t let this go on forever. Some people … Read more
There are a lot of conflicting opinions out there when it comes to chickens and rain. Some folks say that it is 100% fine for a chicken to be out on a rainy day, whereas other owners swear they put their birds up the moment the skies start to darken. I mean, sure, chickens aren’t … Read more
There’s one thing you can count on most livestock animals eating, it is hay. Cows, goats, sheep, horses, and other animals all eat hay. But I can’t remember if I’ve ever heard people talking about their pigs eating hay, have you? That’s a really good question! What’s the answer? Do pigs eat hay? Yes, pigs … Read more
If you’ve owned goats for any length of time, you already know how mischievous, and destructive, they can be if they aren’t kept engaged and entertained. I would go so far as to say that 90% of breakouts are due to boredom and boredom alone. It might seem like an impossible task trying to keep … Read more
Most folks already know that pigs eat all kinds of foods, from vegetables like carrots and potatoes to various kinds of fruit and grains and, of course, meat. Typically, pigs are happy to get any meat that you will give them, and seemingly no cut is beneath them. They will even eat pork from their … Read more
When it comes to sheep, if you’ve spent any time as a shepherd or you’re just interested in these animals generally, you’re certainly familiar with the famous Merinos, Suffolks, Hampshires, and Dorpers. And there are many other common domestic breeds besides, but what if you don’t want a common breed of sheep? What if you … Read more
When it comes to feeding domestic rabbits, most owners are happy to give their furry friends a diet of hay, some pellets, and occasional inclusions of whole foods. Those whole foods usually take the form of fruits and vegetables that rabbits might conceivably have access to in the wild. It’s a great way to add … Read more
I think everyone knows by now that bees make honey, and that more importantly, it is absolutely delicious. For plenty of beekeepers, this is the number one reason why they got into the practice in the first place! But on the topic, have you ever stopped to consider why bees make honey in the first … Read more
One thing that most people know about pigs is that they have a huge appetite. We don’t use the expression “eating like a pig” for nothing! But what some people don’t know is just how varied the diet of a pig can be: Pigs can eat all sorts of foods, including a huge variety of … Read more
For domestic pigs, one of the most important things you can do is get their diet dialed in. This is easier said than done, because you’ve got to make sure they are hitting all of their nutritional goals while growing steadily and staying happy. Pigs will eat all sorts of things and that can make … Read more
Bees are among the most industrious insects on Earth. We should be thankful for these hard-working pollinators, because without them, so many crops that we depend on would basically fail entirely. However, as necessary as they are, bees can also be big pests, particularly when they decide to set up a thriving hive inside the … Read more
Pretty much everyone knows by now that pigs have incredibly varied diets. There’s almost nothing that they cannot eat safely and get nutrition from. That’s one of the great things about owning pigs! But depending on who you ask, you might hear some strong opinions concerning whether or not pigs can, or should, eat meat. … Read more