Blueberries are a very common fruit native to North America that has found its way around the globe with a lot of touted health benefits. The blueberry plant is a very hardy and cold-resistant plant yielding pea-sized sweet berries. The blueberry plant has a higher protein level than grass which makes up the bulk of …
Founder and laminitis are often used interchangeably due to their conditions which are related. Founder is commonly associated with equines and then to a lesser extend in bovines; cows being classified as bovines. Founder is referred as the inflammation of the lamina that include the foot bone in lacy network which is the internal connective …
The process of giving birth in ewe is called lambing and results to newly born referred to as lambs. Gestation period usually lasts up to 5 months. A typical healthy ewe is familiarized by a normal birth without any human help. Difficulties during the lambing process is usually a sign of high stress or abortion. …
As global warming continues to affect the world, floods and storms are being reported on a frequent basis, leaving livestock’s highly vulnerable to the effects of global warming. In this article we are going to be looking at whether cows can swim in deep water just in case a storm or flood hits your region. …
If you have ever lived on a farm then you probably know that cows often seem agitated at night. This might force one to wonder whether cows are afraid of the dark or they actually see predators at night. Below we discuss why cows often seem agitated at night and whether they do see in …
For years baking soda has been used as treatment for goat bloat but, is this even effective. In this article we are going to be looking at the pros of using baking soda for goat bloat. What Is Goat Bloat Goat bloat is a condition in which goats cannot pass out gas by belching or …
Cows usually have dark brown or black eyes however, there have been multiple reports of blue eyed cows. So the greater question is can cows have blue eyes or these are just mythological stories. Check out the article below as we discuss whether cows can indeed have blue eyes. Can Cows Have Blue Eyes Cows …
Commonly called scours, diarrhea in goats can be detrimental to goat performance and if not treated well can lead to goat mortality. Deaths are usually due to loss of appetite and dehydration that is a consequence of the scours. It is important to note that diarrhea itself is not an illness but a symptom of …
Early diagnosis and treatment of swollen hocks in cattle helps them to live normal lives without having to bear the pain. If your cattle are developing swollen hocks then simply check out the article below in order to find out how you can treat them. What Causes Swollen Hocks Swollen hocks in cattle are caused …
Having a rabbit that has succumbed to rabbit snuffles can be heart breaking but, luckily there are a few ways in which you can have it treated. Checkout the article below in order to learn more. What Is Rabbit Snuffles Rabbit Snuffles is a bacterial infection that is caused by the bacteria called Pasteurella spp …
