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Sheep and Goats

Field and farm animals are very important for humans. Sheep provide us with wool, milk, cheese and meat and goats provide milk and cheese. This section is dedicated to both species.

The Feeding and Temperament of Sheep
Sheep and GoatsThe Feeding and Temperament of SheepThere are many animals that can be kept as pets, and dogs, hamsters, cats, and birds aren't the only ones....
Everything You Wanted to Know About Sheep Behavior!
Sheep and GoatsEverything You Wanted to Know About Sheep Behavior!Expressions like the "black sheep of the family" are common idioms in our language that suggest that sheep behavior isn't...
Seven Causes of Abortion in Small Ruminants
Sheep and GoatsSeven Causes of Abortion in Small RuminantsThe diagnosis of abortion in small ruminants has been, and continues to be, a difficult challenge for veterinary professionals. A...
Breeding Sheep: All You Need to Know
Sheep and GoatsBreeding Sheep: All You Need to KnowSheep are quadrupedal, ruminant, and herbivorous mammals. Their scientific name is 'Ovis aries', and farmers or shepherds raise them in...
All About Sheep Shearing
Sheep and GoatsAll About Sheep ShearingSheep shearing isn't just part of the wool trade, it's also an important part of keeping these animals healthy. Anyone raising sheep needs to do this to preserve their well-being....
Caring for Goats: 4 Things You Need to Know
Sheep and GoatsCaring for Goats: 4 Things You Need to KnowCaring for goats can be great fun. Many people buy goats for their milk or because of how effective they...