• How To Trim A Sheep’s Hooves

    …and trimming as needed. However, older residents, individuals who are less active, and individuals with laminitis may need more frequent trimming. If you notice that someone’s hooves become very overgrown…

  • Potential Goose Health Challenges

    …Aspergillosis typically causes acute signs in young birds (often called “brooder pneumonia”) and a more chronic condition in older birds. Signs of aspergillosis include open-mouth breathing, labored breathing, tail bobbing,…

  • Care Recommendations For Calves

    …complications that can arise when neutering an older calf or mature male cow (also called a “bull”), but individuals with health issues may need to wait.  Depending on regional laws,…

  • Introductory Care For Cavies (Guinea Pigs)

    …urinary tract) are fairly common in older cavies, especially females. Improper diet, such as a diet high in calcium, increases the risk of urolithiasis. These stones can result in an…

  • Daily Diet, Treats, And Supplements For Pigs

    …stay cleaner, longer, you will ensure residents have access to clean drinking water, even if they decide to drink muddy pool water instead. Food Recommendations For Older Pigs Some older

  • Conducting Cow Introductions At Your Animal Sanctuary

    …“adopt” them or an older calf you think they’d get along with). However, housing individuals together who have significant differences in their dietary or housing needs will be more challenging,…

  • Potential Duck Health Challenges

    …is a concern.  Aspergillosis typically causes acute signs in young birds (often called “brooder pneumonia”) and a more chronic condition in older birds. Signs of aspergillosis include open-mouth breathing, labored…

  • Mooving In! The New Cow Arrival Guide

    …production while ensuring she does not develop mastitis. Welcoming Elderly Cows While some older cows will continue to thrive with the same care you provide to other cow residents, other…

  • New Kid On The Block: The New Goat Arrival Guide

    …goats here. Welcoming elderly individuals – While some older goats will continue to thrive with the same care you provide to other goat residents, other individuals may require something different,…

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