Pet Lamb

Lambs, or young sheep, can appear so adorable and sweet that feeding and caring for them may look like a breeze. It actually takes hard work, especially if the mother ewe can no longer adequately feed them herself. In cases like these, y (more…)

Piggy

Piggy-Sue is a 100kg sow that thinks she is a dog. Her owner, Ellen Watson, had placed her in an ad in the Daily Mercury and put her up for sale. But soon after she did, her husband changed his mind so they decided to keep the pig. Mrs. Wat (more…)

Pet Goat

General interest in keeping pet goats is increasing as more pet lovers realize that not only do they produce milk, but they are also endearing and affectionate creatures. Unlike the regular pets, such as dogs and cats, caring for pet goa (more…)

Llama

Animals need ample space to flourish but many farm owners may not know exactly how much space their animals need. Common animals in farms are chickens, horses, dogs, cats, goats, and pigs. A farm usually has an assortment of these animals and som (more…)

Farm Pets

It is common to have pet animals in farms. These can vary from farm dogs to pet goats.  A farm environment can be a breeding ground for animal diseases and pests, and you would want to make sure that your farm pets are free from pe (more…)

Donkey

Donkeys and asses have been domesticated for a very long time, and have been a great help to humans in their everyday lives all over the world. The value and contribution of donkeys and asses have been documented throughout history, including the Bib (more…)

Pet Goat

Goats are becoming a popular choice for a pet for many people. They are very gentle and sociable creatures that do not require tedious amounts of time for their care and maintenance.  Goats are mostly thought of as a farm animal but the (more…)

Farm Pets

Natural calamities seem to be happening in all parts of the world. It is best to be prepared to ensure your safety as well as to safeguard your farm pets. One thing to consider is if you do not have to leave your property and it is sa (more…)

Farm Pets

All pet owners like to keep their pets healthy. Also, veterinary costs can be costly especially if the economy is suffering. But it doesn’t mean we can’t give our pets the proper care. No pet owner would like to see their farm pe (more…)

Farm Pets

The American economy may be in a slump, and in these trying times it helps to penny-pinch here and there whenever possible. Caring for farm pets can be costly but following these few tips to save money may just give you the needed extr (more…)

Miniature Pig

As a responsible pet owner, we always try our best to keep our pets healthy, whether they are dogs or miniature pigs. It is always a joy to watch your pet miniature pig running around and grunting happily. Unfortunatel (more…)

English Shepherd

Farm work is never easy and you need all the help you can get to efficiently manage your farm chores. Farm dogs are one of the essential assets to have when working your farm, especially if you are maintaining the (more…)

Border Collie

For many farm owners, working dogs are an essential part of farm life. You will never hear a dog complain about being overworked, getting too little pay, or working on weekends and holidays. The most a dog will ask fo (more…)

Horse

The holiday season is just around the corner and this means winter is also coming. When the weather starts to get cold, it is important to make the necessary precautions to keep your pets from getting frostbite. For many of the farm pe (more…)

Chicken

Keeping chickens as pets is not as unusual as one may think. In fact, chickens have become a popular choice for a pet in the recent years. They are not only good companions but they can also lay eggs. Chickens can easily be tamed by c (more…)

Horse Barn

Keeping your barn safe should be a priority when managing a farm. It can be a place that is accident prone for your pets. Although it is next to impossible to keep your barn completely free from danger, you can avoid some common ris (more…)

Farm

The thought of predators harming your farm pets is something that you always have to worry about when you own a farm or live in a rural area. It is also a major concern for people residing in remote areas to protect their farm animals from na (more…)

Pig in the mud

Pigs are sweet and intelligent, and they are quickly gaining worldwide popularity as pets. Pet pigs vary in breed and size, but they all have similar characteristics. If you own a pet pig, you may have wondered why they act or be (more…)

Donkey

Donkeys make fabulous pets! They have a unique and endearing personality, they are sociable and affectionate. They are often used as beasts of burden or to guard sheep, but if you are deciding to keep one as a pet, here is some information tha (more…)

Pot-bellied Pig

In Houston, Texas, there is an ongoing fight for a homeowner to keep her beloved pot-bellied pig, Wilbur. The 8 month old pet of Missy Sardo has gained attention among people in her neighborhood. Sardo and her family (more…)