Barber Pole Worm and Other Common Goat Parasites in the Southeast At Horse-n-Bear Ranch, we’ve been fine-tuning our goats’ treatment for the notorious Barber Pole worm (Haemonchus contortus) and other common parasites. Our journey has taught us valuable lessons about managing these pests and ensuring our herd remains healthy and thriving. Understanding Barber Pole Worm…
Category: Feathers, Fur, and Hooves: Exploring the Enchanting World of Horse-n-Bear Ranch
Explore the enchanting world of Horse-n-Bear Ranch, where a menagerie of mules, cattle, goats, chickens, and a diverse array of four-legged companions coexist. Join us for heartwarming tales, insightful tips, and captivating adventures in this extraordinary menagerie of feathered, furred, and hoofed wonders. Discover the vibrant tapestry of life at our cherished sanctuary. “Feathers, Fur, and Hooves: Exploring the Enchanting World of Horse-n-Bear Ranch” blog invites you into a captivating world where a diverse collection of enchanting creatures resides. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of life at this extraordinary sanctuary, where mules, cattle, goats, chickens, and a harmonious blend of four-legged companions coexist in harmony. From the watchful presence of Great Pyrenees dogs to the tireless work of Border Collies, and the playful antics of a Mountain Cur, each resident adds their unique charm to the dynamic rhythm of the ranch. Join us as we share heartwarming tales, insightful tips, and captivating adventures that celebrate the extraordinary menagerie thriving at Horse-n-Bear Ranch. Get ready to explore a world filled with feathered, furred, and hoofed wonders, accompanied by the heartwarming purrs of feline companionship. Welcome to the captivating menagerie that defines life at Horse-n-Bear Ranch.
Goats as Livestock Guardians?
From personal experience, ever since we got Livestock Guardian Dogs, we have lost more chickens due to being killed by the dogs than we ever lost to predators. Yes, the dogs will bark at intruders and kill opossums that actually have killed a chicken once, but I think we underestimated our goats’ guarding abilities. While…