Storey's Guide to Raising Llamas

Storey's Guide to Raising Llamas
Author: Gale Birutta
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Total Pages: 335
Release: 1997-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1580173284

Everything readers need to know about behavior, facilities, first aid, breeding, birthing, fleece harvesting, and marketing.

Storey's Guide to Raising Miniature Livestock

Storey's Guide to Raising Miniature Livestock
Author: Sue Weaver
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1603424814

Guides you through choosing, caring for, training, and breeding mini horses, donkeys, mules, pigs, cattle, sheep, goats, and llamas.

Livestock Guardians

Livestock Guardians
Author: Janet Vorwald Dohner
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2007-12-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 158017695X

Keep sheep, goats, and other livestock safe from attack with guardian dogs, donkeys, and llamas. Highly effective, economical, and nonviolent, livestock guardians can be the perfect solution to your predation problems. With in-depth advice on promoting the special bond between guardian animal and livestock, Janet Vorwald Dohner covers everything from selecting an appropriate breed for your needs to advanced training techniques. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing your livestock has a guardian’s protection.

Llamas and Alpacas

Llamas and Alpacas
Author: Sue Weaver
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2009-07-28
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1935484923

There has never been a better time to add a few camelid comrades to your camp—and in Llamas and Alpacas, author and expert Sue Weaver shows you just how to make it happen! With color photos, advice from experienced breeders and farmers, and a comprehensive appendix on common maladies, you'll learn the ins and outs of buying and caring for these remarkable creatures—and delight in what they can do for you in returns! The Hobby Farms livestock care manuals will help both experienced and novice hobby farmers realize their own dreams of life on the farm - for pleasure and profit.

Storey's Guide to Raising Miniature Livestock

Storey's Guide to Raising Miniature Livestock
Author: Sue Weaver
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2012-11-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1603426787

Whether you want to the make most of a small plot of land or add diversity to a large farm, raising miniature livestock can be a fun and profitable experience. With expert advice on choosing a breed that suits your needs, Sue Weaver shows you how to house, feed, and care for miniature goats, sheep, donkeys, pigs, horses, cattle, and llamas. You’ll be inspired by profiles of successful breeders as you learn everything you need to know to keep your miniature livestock healthy and productive.

Storey's Guide to Raising Horses, 3rd Edition

Storey's Guide to Raising Horses, 3rd Edition
Author: Heather Smith Thomas
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2021-02-16
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1635860857

Now with full-color photography and illustrations throughout, the completely updated third edition of Storey’s Guide to Raising Horses is the most comprehensive horse husbandry handbook available, whether you’re a first-time owner or an experienced horse handler. Covering everything you need to know about facilities, breeding, and health care, this new edition features a photographic gallery of many types of horses; expanded material on recognizing, preventing, and treating a wide range of health issues, including insulin resistance, skin conditions, and digestive disorders; new vaccination protocols, including vaccinating for West Nile Virus; and updated information on breeding methods, foaling problems, and the care of broodmares and new foals.

Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats, 5th Edition

Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats, 5th Edition
Author: Jerry Belanger
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2018-02-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1612129331

This best-selling handbook is packed with detailed information on housing, feeding, and fencing dairy goats. It’s been the trusted resource on the topic for farmers and homesteaders since it was originally published in 1975, and the new edition — completely updated and redesigned — makes Storey’s Guide to Raising Dairy Goats more comprehensive and accessible than ever. In-depth sections explain every aspect of milking, including necessary equipment, proper hand-milking techniques, and handling and storing the milk. New color illustrations show each stage of kidding, and substantial chapters on dairy goat health and breeding include the most up-to-date research and practices.

Storey's Guide to Raising Meat Goats

Storey's Guide to Raising Meat Goats
Author: Maggie Sayer
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1603425829

Goat meat production is the fastest growing segment of U.S. agriculture, and an estimated 70 percent of all meat consumed globally is from goats. Storey's Guide to Raising Meat Goats is the essential reference on raising, caring for, and marketing meat goats. This updated edition gives caprine producers the vital information they need to start a meat-goat business or expand their current operation.

Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats, 4th Edition

Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats, 4th Edition
Author: Jerry Belanger
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2010-12-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1603427392

A great choice for the small or backyard farmer, dairy goats require a smaller investment than cows and produce milk that makes delicious yogurt and cheese. This fourth edition includes more on pygmy goats, health care, breeding, and making dairy products. You’ll have everything you need to you need to know to successfully raise your own dairy goats.