Category: Livestock

Ferrets, like all domestic animals, have their own structural characteristics. The sleep of these animals is very strong and can last for several hours. How long do ferrets sleep? Sometimes inexperienced owners can get scared because a sleeping predator does not respond to sounds. But fear not: for these pets...

Cash cows as a business are quite a profitable undertaking. The fact is that one-time financial costs will soon pay off, and the animal will bring a net profit in the form of milk. All you need is to choose and buy a healthy animal of exactly the breed that will allow you to get the maximum...

Some aspiring livestock breeders believe that the pig is able to eat any food that is offered to it. Indeed, these animals are omnivorous and capable of absorbing many different foods. There have been cases when adult boars or queens ate small animals in the courtyard (although these cases are rare). Nevertheless...

The Red Book is full of various species of animals that are on the verge of extinction or disappeared altogether. Among them is the American Blackfoot Ferret. This animal belongs to the weasel family and, due to the fault of poachers, has practically disappeared from the mainland. Thanks to the efforts of livestock breeders and local historians, the Blackfeet...

In sheep breeding, the main thing is to build a warm room for wintering. The building in which the sheep are kept during the winter is called the koshara. A pen for sheep, first of all, should be warm, not blown out, equipped with the necessary number of feeders and drinkers. Diy sheep pen...

A pig farm and its arrangement is painstaking work. The profitability of a pig farm will depend entirely on the diligence and skill of the breeder. For pigs to bring real income, they need to create optimal conditions and provide proper care. To date, opening a farm for pigs is profitable...

Proteins, fats and carbohydrates contained in cow's milk make this product valuable and even indispensable for humans, so many livestock breeders have cows on their farm. Having decided to acquire such a cattle, you should know how much milk a cow gives per day and whether it is possible to influence these processes....

If you love animals and want to work for yourself, then starting your own business may be the way out. Of all the business options, pig breeding is the most popular among rural residents. Before engaging in this type of activity, you need to make a business plan for a mini pig farm. Pork meat is a hot commodity, yes...

Many rabbit breeders, especially beginners, do not know how to butcher a rabbit when it comes time to let animals eat. If the meat is to be sold, the moment of butchering the rabbit plays a key role in generating income. Cutting up a rabbit Incorrectly cut and unattractive look...

The Duroc pig breed is a rarity on private farms. The breed was bred in America. The pigs are distinguished by an unusual sandy-red coat color. Often novice breeders do not know which breed is best for breeding, but after meeting these affectionate red representatives...