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.
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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.
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.
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.
5 Unconventional Draft Animals
In the United States, oxen, horses, and mules are the traditional draft animals of choice. Donkeys are also common. But all of these animals tend to be rather large. What if you have a smaller farm to work? One option is to consider a miniature horse or donkey. Another is to try something completely outside…… Continue reading 5 Unconventional Draft Animals
A Guide to Herding by Livestock Species
The three most common types of livestock that herding dogs work with in the United States are ducks, sheep, and cattle. Other animals that are regularly herded with dogs are chickens, geese, turkeys, and goats. Some talented dogs can herd all of these species. However, many others are a little more specialized, particularly in the…… Continue reading A Guide to Herding by Livestock Species
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.
Top 10 Reader-Favorite Dog Breeds
Dogs can play all sorts of roles on a small homestead, from herding sheep to guarding goats to controlling vermin to hunting game for the table. You may be curious to know what dog breeds our readers have gravitated to during their research. Here’s the answer. 10. Border Collie The classic sheepdog can be a…… Continue reading Top 10 Reader-Favorite Dog Breeds
Dear Readers and Riders
Have you ever wondered about the true stories behind Marguerite Henry’s books? If so, you may find the answers to your questions here.
Pygmy
Sweet and spunky, the lovable Pygmy goat endears itself to all who know it.
