Did your cute little hen from Tractor Supply turn out to be a Rooster? I know the disappointing feeling. You try to tell yourself, “Some hens can crow right?” This time I tried to believe my kids were playing a trick on me and it was their tablets making the Rooster sound. Nope, BOTH of …
You can get a rabbit hutch for sale on a ton of sites online but have you checked out the cost of getting it shipped to your house? Talk about expensive! Some of the shipping costs are almost as much as the price of the hutch. With the economy going on the way it’s been …
Do you need to keep your chicken coop smelling anything better than it is now? When the warmer humid months hit, there is no denying you own some chickens. We’ve had three different coops for our chickens, and I’ve found that the best way to deodorize it is using sand in our current coop. I …
If you want the best toys for your potbelly pig, grab your wallet and get ready with these tried and true toys. Some of these you can DIY too! As a pig owner myself, I love giving my babies toys to enrich their lives. When I started with my first baby mini pig in the …
Pigs in general melt my heart. Okay fine, all my farm animals melt my heart, but ever since I was a young girl showing pigs in 4-H they’ve held a special place in my heart. As an adult realizing you could have a pig in your house– all my dreams felt like they were coming …
If you are thinking about having a pig inside your home, or already do, you probably had no idea they would have accidents. Pigs naturally like to do their business in the same spot. It’s fairly easy for them to understand a liter box and use it. Until they regress. I’ve found with experience when …
I wish I could come and give you a big hug right now. Wherever you found this article from Google, Pinterest or social media, you’re feeling the pain of losing an animal. I wish it got easier each time. I wish I could tell you this one thing will keep all those predators away. Instead …
Keeping your mini pig outside especially in the summer months, can cause concern for pig parents. I know those of you with lighter colored pigs wonder if they will get a sunburn? After raising my first mini pig in the house and adopting two more who now live outside, I’m here to share with you …
The practice of using a small chicken coop rather than a larger one is becoming more popular. There are several reasons why these coops are gaining in popularity. Busy One reason is because hectic, busy lifestyles are better suited for these kinds of coops. The reason cited most often for having smaller coops is because …
Portable chicken coops boast many advantages for new or aspiring chicken farmers. The advantages include free fertilizer, pest control, and, best of all, fresh eggs. Don’t be fooled into thinking you need a large farm or several acres to devote to your chickens. Many designs can fit easily into your backyard, even if you live …