They say among horsemen “no hoof, no horse.” This is just as true with pack goats. Proactive hoof and leg care is critical to a pack goat fitness and packing longevity. Many things can go wrong with ...

Goat nails grow fast and need to be trimmed regularly to prevent nasty infections and avoid long-term joint problems. In the rocky mountain crags where their wild ancestors dwelled, the constant ...

Before we dig into the goat tools and homesteading supplies recommended by our community, here’s a little context — and a fun behind-the-scenes look at how this guide came together. I thought it would ...

Curious about keeping goats? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to integrate goats into your permaculture system, this full-day workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to raise happy, ...

Farmers are shown how to trim the hooves of their cows at Red Hill in Limuru in 2016. [File, Standard] Hoof trimming is key in the prevention of lameness in animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs ...

With all the rain recently, are your pastures a muddy mess? Are your goats and/or sheep limping around? It is not uncommon during wet, rainy conditions to see animals limping. Two of the more common ...

Without regular trimming, a horse’s hooves will continue to grow, eventually becoming so long that each hoof curls at the toe ...

GETTING READY TO TRAVEL SOUTH TO FLORIDA TO GET A BRAND NEW PROSTHETIC HOOF. OUR JENNIFER READY INTRODUCES US TO PRINCESS AURORA. AND AURORA. THERE SHE IS, YOUR HEAD POPPING UP AT THE SOUND OF HER ...