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Tag Archives: Pets

Livestock Guardian Dogs: Male or Female?

Livestock Guardian Dogs: Male or Female?

If you are considering a livestock guardian dog, you will have to choose whether to bring home a male or a female. There are advantages and disadvantages to both options.

Posted byhsotrMarch 1, 2022March 24, 2022Posted inThe FarmTags:Dogs, Livestock, Livestock Guardians, Pets

Sandbur

The sandbur (Cenchrus longispinus) is common through the United States, where it is mostly considered a noxious weed. It may occur in any part of Kansas.

Posted byhsotrOctober 12, 2021Posted inThe Sunflower StateTags:Animal Health, Lawns, Livestock, Nature, Ornamental Plants, Pastures, Pets

Pros and Cons of Herding Livestock with Dogs

Pros and Cons of Herding Livestock with Dogs

If you have a flock or herd that you have to manage on a regular basis, adding a canine partner may be a big help.

Posted byhsotrOctober 19, 2020July 19, 2021Posted inThe FarmTags:Dogs, Livestock, Pets

Draft Animals

Draft Animals

Acquire the knowledge necessary to choose and purchase draft animals, and then learn to work them in the field, woodlot, or market garden.

Posted byhsotrOctober 16, 2020Posted inThe FarmTags:Animal Health, Books, Breeding, Cattle, Dogs, Draft Animals, Exotic Livestock, Field Crops, Goats, Horses, Livestock, Pets

Top 10 Farming Resources

Top 10 Farming Resources

Check out some of our readers’ favorite farming posts to learn about popular country living topics and find links to more information.

Posted byhsotrSeptember 30, 2020March 16, 2022Posted inThe FarmTags:Cattle, Dairy, Dogs, Exotic Livestock, Fiber, Livestock, Pets, Poultry, Top 10

Peak Performance

Peak Performance

Is your dog an athlete? It takes a little extra care to bring a dog to this level of performance. This book will walk you through the process.

Posted byhsotrAugust 19, 2020July 20, 2021Posted inThe FarmTags:Animal Health, Books, Dogs, Pets

5 Unconventional Draft Animals

5 Unconventional Draft Animals

For truly small farms, these draft animals can be quite useful in their own way, transporting tools, produce, firewood, small children, or whatever else is required.

Posted byhsotrJuly 8, 2020July 19, 2021Posted inThe FarmTags:Alpacas, Dogs, Draft Animals, Exotic Livestock, Goats, Livestock, Llamas, Pets, Sheep, Small-Scale Farming

A Guide to Herding by Livestock Species

A Guide to Herding by Species

Animals that are regularly herded with dogs include ducks, sheep, cattle, chickens, geese, turkeys, and goats. So what are the differences in working each type of stock?

Posted byhsotrApril 27, 2020July 20, 2021Posted inThe FarmTags:Cattle, Dogs, Goats, Livestock, Pets, Poultry, Sheep

Teaching the Rules of the Hunt

Teaching the Rules of the Hunt

The premise is that you cannot teach a dog to herd, simply because it already knows how. Instead, your role is that of pack leader.

Posted byhsotrMarch 30, 2020July 20, 2021Posted inThe FarmTags:Books, Dogs, Livestock, Pets, Sheep

Top 10 Reader-Favorite Dog Breeds

Top 10 Reader-Favorite Dog Breeds

You may be curious to know what dog breeds our readers have gravitated to during their research. Here’s the answer.

Posted byhsotrJuly 8, 2019March 24, 2022Posted inThe FarmTags:Dogs, Livestock Guardians, Outdoors, Pets, Top 10

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