Caring for goats in winter can have its challenges. Goats are very hardy animals, but you do need to aware of the differences between caring for goats in warm weather and caring for them in cold weather- especially when there is snow on the ground or in very cold...
Is pumpkin a fruit or vegetable? What if I told you the answer may surprise you? Pumpkin is a fall favorite for many- but Pumpkins are the fruit of the plant Cucurbitaceae Pepo- which includes many different varieties of pumpkin and winter squash. In the fall you...
Fleas can be a major pain point for any homeowner, especially if you have pets. But what can you do to get rid of these pests without sacrificing your health? Luckily you can use your essential oils for fleas too! Essential oils can be used safely in your home, around...
Nutrition is so important when it comes to having healthy goats. And often goat minerals are an overlooked part when it comes to learning about goat nutrition. Goats need minerals and without them you could end up dealing with a lot of issues and deficiencies that...
You are ready to bring home your first goats! It’s such an exciting time. But, before you can bring your first goats home you need to build a goat pen. So how do you do that? What does your goat pen need? What kind of fencing does it need? What kind of housing?...
Hi! I am Sarah. I am a homesteading, homeschooling, mom of 6. I live with my family on a small farm in North Carolina. I love digging in the dirt, my goats, writing, and teaching others to live a more sustainable life!
