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Top 10 Fences For Goats, Cows, Horses And Sheep

December 3, 2025 by Melissa John 2 Comments

Best Fences for Goats, Cows, Horses, and Sheep

The 10 Fences For Goats, Cows, Horses And Sheep Best Overall: Tenax Deer Control Fence Best Budget-Friendly: Easy Gardener LG400171 7 Best Value: Yardgard Most Durable: Premier 35″ Electric Sheep Net Fence Editor’s Choice: Premier 42″ Electric Goat Net Fence There are many purposes for fencing in agriculture. They are used to protect and demarcate … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock Tagged With: cows, fences, fencing options, Goats, horses, Livestock, sheep

Can Rats Have Honey? A Complete Guide To Safety, Benefits, and Best Practices

November 29, 2025 by Melissa John

Understanding what foods are safe for pet rats is crucial to maintaining their long-term health and well-being. Among the many foods owners question, honey is one of the most commonly debated. Although honey is natural and nutrient-rich, it must be offered to rats with caution and in very specific circumstances. This comprehensive guide explains whether rats can eat honey, its … [Read more...]

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How To Raise Cattle On Small Acreage? What You Need To Raise Cattle?

November 5, 2025 by Melissa John 3 Comments

How To Raise Cattle On Small Acreage? You might be worried about not having enough space on your farm to raise cattle. You can indeed raise cattle on your small farmland. Before you get too excited about this wonderful news, let me ask: "Why would you like to raise cattle?" This question will give you an answer that will assist you in planning. Cattle farming can be both … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Animals and Livestock Tagged With: cattle care, cattle farming, Livestock Management, raising cattle, small acreage

Safe Alternative To Heat Lamp For Chickens | Best Options

October 16, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

Safe Alternative To Heat Lamp for Chickens

Safe Alternative To Heat Lamp For Chickens: Hot Water Bottles. Brooders. Heated Pads Keep a Crowd. Thick Beds Feather Dusters Start Older. Winter Care How can you raise chicks in a way that doesn't require a heat lamp? We will discuss how to raise chicks from eggs in a moment. However, many prefer ordering chicks. You can have baby chicks, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock, Raising Chickens Tagged With: brooder, chicken care, Chickens, coop heating, heat lamp, heating solution, infrared panel, Poultry, radiant heater, safe alternative

Goat Facts: 10 Incredible Things You Didn’t Know About Goats

October 10, 2025 by Melissa John 1 Comment

Goat Facts

Goat Facts: 10 Incredible Things You Didn't Know About Goats The homesteading activities include raising livestock, poultry farming, lawn mowing, trimming hedges, gardening, and rearing livestock. We will discuss goats, a clever and escapist domestic animal that can help you see the other side of the fence. It can be challenging to choose the right goats for your farm. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock, Raising Goats Tagged With: goat anatomy, goat behavior, goat capabilities, goat facts, Goat Farming, goat fun facts, goat milk, goat species, goat trivia, interesting facts about goats

6 Best Lens For Wildlife Photography Canon [Reviews]

October 2, 2025 by Melissa John

Best Lens for Wildlife Photography Canon

Best Lens for Wildlife Photography Canon: Best Overall: Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Best Budget-Friendly: Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Best Value: Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM Most Durable: Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4x Editor’s Choice: Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM Lens In the realm of wildlife photography, nothing is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock Tagged With: best lenses, Canon lenses, nature photography, prime lenses, wildlife photography, wildlife shots, zoom lenses

5 Best Canon Lens For Animal Photography [Reviews]

September 28, 2025 by Melissa John

Best Canon Lens for Animal Photography

Best Canon Lens for Animal Photography: Best Overall: Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM Best Budget-Friendly: Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Best Value: Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Most Durable: Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM Editor’s Choice: Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4x If you're passionate about capturing stunning animal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock Tagged With: Animal Photography, Animal Portraits, Canon Gear, Canon lenses, Capture The Wild, Lens Love, nature photography, Pet Photography, Photography Gear, wildlife photography

Best Heat Lamp For Blue Tongue Skink

September 25, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

Caring for a blue tongue skink means recreating its natural environment as closely as possible. One of the most critical elements of their enclosure setup is proper heating. A heat lamp is essential for maintaining their health, supporting digestion, and ensuring activity levels remain high. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the best heat lamps for blue tongue skinks, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock

Guide To Choosing The Best Fuji Lens For Pet Photography

September 22, 2025 by Melissa John

Best Fuji Lens for Pet Photography

Best Fuji Lens for Pet Photography: Best Overall: Fuji XF 35mm f/1.4 R Lens Best Budget-Friendly: Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 R Lens Best Value: Fuji XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR Lens Welcome to our comprehensive guide on choosing the best Fuji lens for pet photography. As avid pet lovers and professional photographers, we understand the importance of capturing stunning and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock Tagged With: camera gear, Fuji lens, Pet Photography, pet portraits, photography tips

Best Camera For Animal Photography: Capture The Wild Beauty

September 14, 2025 by Melissa John

Best Camera for Animal Photography

Best Camera for Animal Photography: Best Overall: Nikon D850 Best Budget-Friendly: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Best Value: Sony Alpha a9 II Most Durable: Fujifilm X-T4 When it comes to photographing animals, having the right camera can make all the difference. Whether you're an amateur wildlife enthusiast or a professional nature photographer, investing in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock Tagged With: Animal Photography, Camera, nature photography, Photography Gear, wildlife photography

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I am a homesteading enthusiast, a published writer, and director at elliotthomestead.com. My experience in areas such as brand management, graphic design, and photography are valuable additions to our writing team. When I am not writing or publishing anything, I am out gardening in my small farm or cooking. I am also an herbalist, an experience I use to spread the word about sustainable living.

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