Why Goats Headbutt Have you ever seen your goats running into each other’s heads horns-first? The sight and sound of the horns slamming into each other can be a little unnerving the first time you...

How Much Alpacas Cost If you are considering adding alpacas to your homestead, you are likely wondering how much it will cost to purchase and care for them. Before you bring any animal onto your...

How Cows Show Affection If you have spent any amount of measurable time with a herd of cows, you know that they are intelligent, complex beings. Cows form strong bonds and show affection through a...

What Alpacas Can (And Can't) Eat If you are considering adding an alpaca to your homestead, you will need to know what you can and cannot feed them. Knowing what, and how, to feed your livestock is...

What Goats Like To Play With  Just like any other animals, goats can get bored. They need a certain amount of mental and physical stimulation in their lives to keep things interesting. Boredom can...

Foods Sheep Can And Cannot Eat While sheep are relatively hardy, healthy animals, they are susceptible to digestive problems caused by the ingestion of certain foods and plants. To keep a flock of...