Each year, sheep and goat farmers around the world lose an estimated US $10 billion due to gastrointestinal parasites that infect their animals, leading to loss of weight and wools and even death – a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many will agree there can be no greater joy than raising and nurturing animals. Whether they live inside ...

India is home to a diverse array of indigenous goat breeds, each with its own set of unique characteristics that make them well-suited to the country’s varied climatic conditions and farming needs.

Adrienne Kruzer, BS, RVT, LVT, has worked with a variety of animals for over 15 years, including birds of prey, reptiles, and small mammals. Alpine goats originated in the Swiss Alps but were bred to ...

These goats aren't just useful livestock, they also make highly entertaining — and sometimes mischievous — companions. For centuries, humans have raised goats for milk, meat and fiber; as work animals ...

In many villages across India, goats are more than just animals– they are part of the family’s everyday life. For small farmers and people with very little land, goats are one of the easiest animals ...

The most frequently asked question that people ask me about goats is, “What is the difference in each breed’s milk taste, and how much milk do they average.” And that is always one of the hardest ...