Parasites of Cattle and Sheep

Parasites of Cattle and Sheep
Author: Andrew B. Forbes
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 391
Release: 2020-11-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 178924515X

Understanding parasite biology and impact is essential when giving advice on parasite control in farm animals. In the first review devoted to parasites of domestic cattle and sheep alone, this book provides in-depth, focused advice which can be tailored to individual farms. It considers the impact of parasites, both as individual species and as co-infections, as well as epidemiological information, monitoring, and diagnostic procedures. Supported throughout by diagrams and photos to aid diagnosis, it also reviews the basis for control measures such as the responsible use of parasiticides, adaptive animal husbandry and other management practices.

Supplementary Feeding of Sheep and Beef Cattle

Supplementary Feeding of Sheep and Beef Cattle
Author: David G Hinton
Publisher: Landlinks Press
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2007-01-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0643099611

This practical guide is a tool designed for graziers to use in their day-to-day decision-making about livestock nutritional needs, feeding options, condition and health. Pasture supplements are expensive and should not be wasted, yet under-nutrition has an even greater economic effect resulting from low conception and progeny survival rates, poor growth rates, failure to meet market targets and tender fleeces in sheep. Supplementary Feeding of Sheep and Beef Cattle shows how to get the nutritional balance right and avoid costly repercussions from incorrect or inadequate feeding. The key topics covered will be particularly useful in drought situations, but also in seasonal pasture shortages, when the nutrient value of pastures is low. Practical tables and worksheets are provided as key tools, enabling livestock producers to make timely and cost-effective decisions about supplementary feeding.

Storey's Illustrated Breed Guide to Sheep, Goats, Cattle and Pigs

Storey's Illustrated Breed Guide to Sheep, Goats, Cattle and Pigs
Author: Carol Ekarius
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2008
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781603420365

This book covers the most significant breeds of cattle, goats, sheep, and swine - from the common Guernsey cow to the near-extinct Guinea hog. For each breed, Ekarius provides full-colour photographs, a brief history, and details about the breed's unique qualities and quirks. Readers will enjoy reading about major breeds such as the iconic Holstein cow, and Icelandic sheep, as well as hundreds of lesser-known varieties, like the long-legged, ginger-coloured Tamworth pig; the lilac-spotted Jacob Sheep; the deer like San Clemente goat; and the powerful, droopy-eared Guzerat cow.

Farm Livestock - With Information on Cattle, Sheep, Pigs and Horses

Farm Livestock - With Information on Cattle, Sheep, Pigs and Horses
Author: V. C. Fishwick
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2015-05-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1473395208

This text contains a concise guide on the management of farm livestock, including sections on cattle, sheep, pigs, and horses. Including information on diet, breeding, rearing, and general management, this text will be of much value to the farmer and makes for a worthy addition to collections of farming literature. The chapters of this book include: Stock Breeding, Cattle, Sheep, Pigs, Feeding, and more. We are proud to republish this antique book now complete with a new introduction on farming.

Ultimate Guide to Hobby Farm Animals

Ultimate Guide to Hobby Farm Animals
Author: Sue Weaver
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 786
Release: 2023-07-17
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1637412835

· Extensive sections devoted to the seven major farm animals, including profiles of the most popular breeds and varieties · Detailed how-to chapters on the care, handling, feeding, health, and safety of each animal · Special chapters devoted to the breeding and raising of young animals · Recommendations for ways of capitalizing on your livestock's output, from selling eggs, milk, fiber, and so forth · Tips for troubleshooting potential problems and warding off diseases, parasites, and predators · New edition vetted and updated by Dr. Mark McConnon DVM, hobby farm professionals and veterinarians for the most up-to-date information available on the market for shelter, care, health, medicine, nutrition, behavior, marketing, and profit