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Tag: Draft Animals

Choosing a Breed of Cattle
March 25, 2019July 20, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Choosing a Breed of Cattle

Define your expectations, and then arm yourself with key information on 40 common cattle breeds, including beef, dairy, and multipurpose types.

Heritage Livestock Breed Comparison Charts
June 6, 2018September 30, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Heritage Livestock Breeds Comparison Charts

These charts offer basic information on important factors to evaluate when choosing a breed.

Saanen
March 21, 2018July 22, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Saanen

This pure white breed has earned its reputation as the Holstein of the goat world.

Nubian
February 21, 2018July 24, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Nubian

The Nubian goat is typically thought of as an African breed. In reality, it traces back to late 1800s England.

Great Pyrenees
July 12, 2017March 24, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Great Pyrenees

There is no question that the Great Pyrenees is an excellent pet and therapy dog. If given his choice, however, he would prefer to live outdoors and protect his territory.

Anatolian Shepherd
April 19, 2017March 24, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Anatolian Shepherd

There are several thousand Anatolian Shepherds in the United States today, making it the 84th most popular dog according to 2016 AKC statistics.

Ox Yokes and Collars: Withers Yokes and Ox Collars
January 31, 2017January 7, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Ox Yokes and Collars: Withers Yokes and Ox Collars

Pros, cons, and uses of the withers yoke for zebus and the less common ox collar.

Ox Yokes and Collars
January 24, 2017December 13, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Ox Yokes and Collars: Neck Yokes and Head Yokes

The traditional neck or bow yoke is not the only option today. In fact, it may not even be the best yoke in some situations.

Get Ready for September 2016
August 25, 2016July 30, 2021 hsotr The Lifestyle

Get Ready for September 2016

Are you ready for fall? Spend a little time watching the birds, caring for the animals, and stocking the pantry.

Suffolk Punch
May 18, 2016July 31, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Suffolk Punch

The story of the Suffolk Punch horse is that of a quiet farm worker, lacking in incredible incidents, but nevertheless important.

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