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A good breeding program is essential to any dairy farm for the simple reason that milk production is dependent on how many cows you have lactating at one time. Remember, too, that although people buy milk year-round, it's unnatural for cows to calve in...
Reindeer require less food than cows or other types of livestock, and the species does well in colder climates. Reindeer are often used for special events and Christmas celebrations because they are easy to handle and comfortable with people, but they...
Buffalo or bison breeders rarely use artificial insemination and cows usually deliver their calves on the range without any need for human intervention. So, when it comes to buffalo breeding, all you really need are a few guidelines and to let nature...
Veal calves are a by-product of the dairy industry. Dairy cows must be pregnant annually in order to give milk. Dairy cows live for five to seven years before their milk production decreases. When production decreases, the cow is no longer valuable to...
Ayrshire cows, also known as Dunlop or Cunninghame cows, are a breed of dairy cattle originating from Ayrshire, Scotland. Dunlops from the Cunninghame were bred with cattle from Holland to produce this line. Ayrshire cows have been exported throughout...
Oxen are castrated bull cows. A castrated bull is already out of the picture when selecting which of the animals you're going to breed. So, to learn how to breed oxen, you want to start by studying about how to breed cows. Create a cow with the desired...
Schipperkes (pronounced "sheep-er-ker") are small, tail-less dogs that belong to the Non-Sporting Group. Their coats come in solid black, tan and fawn. Black is the only color the American Kennel Club accepts, but overseas organizations may accept other...
Looking to do something different for next Christmas? Do you have plenty of space on your property and time for another critter? Buying your very own reindeer could be the answer. Here's how to get your very own Santa's helper.
Blackleg (Clostridial myositis) occurs in young sheep and cattle; however, it occurs more frequently in cattle. Blackleg presents itself as an inflammation in the muscle tissue. The blackleg organism poisons the young calf and can cause rapid death. Some...
Beef cattle come in many different varieties, and each has something special to offer the prospective farmer. Depending on your location and experience, selecting a good herd of beef cattle for your farm is a detailed, but relatively straightforward...
I'm Jim Leske, I'm the animal trainer expert with expertvillage.com. Today we are talking about herding and border collies, specifically. Basically, I'm going to show you what a border collie does when herding and then I'm going to show you the four...
If a moose is startled, agitated or provoked it may charge you. Certain times during the year will also prompt a moose to become more aggressive. Knowing the warning signs will help you to survive an attack.
The Toy Fox Terrier, or alternately, the American Toy Terrier or Amertoy, is a small, vibrant dog. They are smart, full of energy and curious to know all there is about the world around them. Toy Fox Terriers have short, dense hair that is usually white...
Texas Longhorn Cattle are the only breed in North America to evolve without human intervention. However, their leaner beef and ability to survive on poor land was not as valued as the ability of other breeds to gain weight quickly. Longhorn stock...
Fleas are small bugs approximately 1/4 inch in length that are often hard to see with the human eye. They are red-ish brown in color. Fleas move very quickly and they can hop up to 6 feet, but cannot fly. Fleas are parasites that live off the blood of a...
Downward transitions are used to bring a horse from a fast gait to a slower gait, such as a transition from canter to trot or from trot to walk. The goal is to make downward transitions as smooth and seamless as possible, while maintaining the forward...
Because they are not true domestic animals, they rely on humans a little less than most livestock. But doing your part to keep your reindeer healthy and fed will pay off in the end with bigger, more extravagant antlers or tamer, easier to handle calves...
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