• Caring For Older Goat Residents Infographic

    …as well. This infographic covers a few of these areas in a fun, easy-to-share format. To read the full resource, click here! Caring For Older Goats by Amber D Barnes…

  • Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Cows

    …Diet Recommendations For Older Cows While some older cow residents may continue to thrive on a standard cow diet consisting of fresh or dried forages, others may require certain modifications…

  • Potential Pig Health Challenges

    …being more severely affected than older pigs, who are more resistant to the disease. Very young piglets may die suddenly without showing signs of illness. Clinical signs of pseudorabies in…

  • Potential Cow Health Challenges

    …reusing needles or not sterilizing surgical equipment). It may be possible to also transmit the disease in the womb. Symptoms typically develop 3-6 weeks after infection, and older cows typically…

  • Potential Donkey Health Challenges

    …partially digested food, Muscle cramps (spasmodic colic) Gas colic (flatulent colic) Tumors in the abdomen, particularly in older donkeys Obstructions with ‘foreign bodies’ such as plastic bags Twisted guts (torsion)…

  • Care Recommendations For Piglets

    …allow the piglets to have companionship and (when they are ready) can make introducing them to your other pig residents easier. Additionally, there have been instances where an older pig…

  • Potential Chicken Health Challenges

    …condition in older birds. Signs of aspergillosis include open-mouth breathing, labored breathing, tail bobbing, gasping, and an elevated respiratory rate. Other signs include inappetence and lethargy. Be sure to contact…

  • Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Goats

    …and ingesting certain foods, materials, or substances could have serious consequences. You can find our list of potentially toxic foods here. Food Recommendations For Older Goats While some older goat…

  • Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Sheep

    …can find our list of potentially toxic foods here. Food Recommendations For Older Sheep While some older sheep residents may continue to thrive on a standard sheep diet consisting of…

  • Potential Rabbit Health Challenges

    …may involve the filing down of or removal of the offending tooth. Older rabbits are also at an increased risk of dental disease as they lose bone density. When this…

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