Goat Wise | Meat Goats, Feeding Goats, Goat Fencing, Livestock Management

Hi friends!  Today we’re talking about entropian or inverted eyelids in goat kids and how to treat it.  We’ll go over what causes it to happen, how to recognize it quickly, and the options for treatment, both with a veterinarian or on your own at home.  This episode will teach you how to easily handle what can be a scary situation, so let’s dive in!

Mentions:

Wound Clips and Forceps: https://www.premier1supplies.com/p/wound-clips-forceps-for-inverted-eyelids?criteria=clips

My favorite Eye Patch Kit: https://jefferspet.com/products/shut-eye-patches-cow-size-kit?_pos=1&_sid=aae872319&_ss=r&variant=44374467543229

Eye Patch Kit that comes with a bottle of Curicyn (but I like the patches in the first kit better): https://jefferspet.com/products/curicyn-pink-eye-solution-3-oz?_pos=4&_sid=4a8d0e84e&_ss=r&variant=44379621327037

Terramycin Eye Ointment: https://amzn.to/4jHN2DY

Curicyn Pink Eye Solution: https://amzn.to/4jCJtz7

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Hi friends!  A couple weeks ago, we talked about how to help goats thrive in winter, and right after that, a good portion of the United States started experiencing extreme cold temperatures for their typical climate.  So today I want to talk specifically about how to support your livestock during extreme cold when you and your animals are not accustomed or adapted to it.  Let’s dive in!

Episode Mentions:

40 | How to Help Your Goats Thrive in Winter

Related Episode:

31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter

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Hi friends, it's time for a chicken episode. Today we're talking about meat birds because it's time to order if you're going to raise chicks this year and you want to be able to get the exact birds you're looking for. We'll be talking about the different types, pros and cons of each, and by the time we're done you'll be ready to decide what is going to work best for you and whether it's Cornish Cross, a hybrid, or a dual-purpose heritage breed. Grab a pencil and notebook and let's get to it.

Episode Mentions:

06 | What Livestock Should I Get First? My Top Pick for Your First Homestead Animals

“Pastured Poultry Profits” by Joel Salatin (affiliate link)

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Related Episode:

31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter

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Hi friends! Today we're talking about how goats adapt to winter weather, things you can do to help them thrive in the winter, and some things you shouldn't do that seem helpful but end up being problematic. We'll talk about winter coats and shelters, and how other animals compare in their ability to tolerate cold and snow. In ranch terms, we use the word winter to not only indicate the season, but as a term to describe how an animal performed through the winter. You'll hear phrases like "How did they winter?" "Are the cattle wintering well?" and "That goat wintered well!" meaning she might be a little on the chubby side. Let's get to it!

Related Episode:

24 | What Is That Smell? The Bucks are In Rut! Should You Buy a Buck to Breed Your Does or Is Leasing a Better Option?

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Hi friends!  Today we’re talking about the social needs of livestock and why they need to be raised with others, preferably of their own kind, to make sure they are happy, healthy and productive.  Listen in to find out why you don’t want to raise animals alone whether you’re raising them for food or breeding purposes.

Related Episode:

24 | What Is That Smell? The Bucks are In Rut! Should You Buy a Buck to Breed Your Does or Is Leasing a Better Option?

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Hi friends!  Today we’re talking about breeding season and buck management.  I’ll share our management plan for bucks through the year, some mistakes we’ve made and tips to avoid making the same mistakes, as well as some simple things you can do that make a big difference when dealing with common buck problems.  With adequate space and good fencing, you can have a great buck experience.

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The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington:

Related Episode:

24 | What Is That Smell? The Bucks are In Rut! Should You Buy a Buck to Breed Your does or Is Leasing a Better Option?

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Hi friends!  Today we’re talking about replacement does and how and why our management system has changed over the past couple of years.  Should you breed your does to kid as yearlings or 2-year-olds or something in between?  It’s a question we hear a lot, and every breeder does it differently, so I’m going to walk you through the evolution of our breeding plan and what we’re doing now.  By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to plan your doe management with confidence.

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Advent books:

https://www.jothamsjourney.com/jotham-s-journey-series

Episode Mentions:

26 | Is My Goat Old Enough to Breed?  How To Decide When Your Does Are Ready Have Their First Kids

27 | Which Goats Should I Keep for Breeding? How to Select Replacement Does and Plan Your Goat Breeding Season

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Hi friends!  It’s been a while since I did an off-grid living episode, so today I’m going to give you the big picture of our off-grid move and then talk about what we miss the most after 2+ years living here and what we’re doing to remedy that.

Episode Mentions:

09 | The Most Important Nutrient for All Livestock is WATER, Time-Saving Tips for Meeting Animal Requirements, and How We Do It Off-Grid

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Hi friends!  In today’s episode we’ll be talking more about winter hay feeding, monitoring your feed and waste, and how to determine if you’re meeting the nutrient requirements for your goats.  I’ll go through the process I use to evaluate our hay feeding and how to make changes if things aren’t working the way you planned.  This one’s loaded with details, so grab a pencil, and let’s jump in!

Episode Mentions:

28 | Winter Feed for Livestock: Calculate How Much Hay You Need and a Strategy Save Money

14 | When Should My Goats Kid? Timing Your Production Cycle to Optimize Goat Fertility and Available Forage Nutrition

29 | Are Your Goats Too Fat or Too Thin? How to Body Condition Score and Adjust Your Feeding Strategy for Healthier Goats

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Hi friends!  In today’s episode we’ll be talking about animal loss in livestock herds, how to prepare for it, how much death loss is likely to happen, and how to get your expectations in line with the realities of raising animals and the losses that come along with it.  It’s important to understand that success isn’t necessarily keeping them all alive, because that’s not possible, but you can have realistic expectations that help you define success in a better, more meaningful way.

Mentions:

10 | 5 Tips to Raise Bottle Goat Kids That Thrive

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