Hi, I know that colostrum in milk makes it taste pretty bad. I have a friend that says her doe's milk has a bitter flavor. She was fresh nearly three weeks...
Hey everyone - New to the group and haven't posted yet - been mostly lurking but I think I've got some questions finally. I've owned fiber goats for years and...
I am having the same problem here in Texas. My nubians had the best sweetest milk last year but so far I'm not impressed with the milk this year. I am giving...
the colostrum should be out...it most likley is something she is feeding, or a deficency. it could also be how she is storing it. is she storing it in glass...
I am using glass jars and I pour boiling water over everything before milking. I cool the milk down before putting in the fridge. I think it has to be the feed...
Forwarding this survey .... Hello. I am sending you this email because of your interest in raw milk. I hope you can take a few minutes to fill out this raw...
Off-tasting milk is the first sign the goat doesn't feel up to par......I put apple cider vinegar on a little grain or in their water and that usually makes...
Hi Brandie, A friend of mine owns goats and she runs a holistic pet site....her suggestion is... The puncture should have been left open to drain... best to...
Brandie, Slippery Elm Bark worked wonders for me when my dog slashed an udder. Had taken her to the vet, and gotten antibiotics, but the wound was healing...
Not going to be able to get to the puter tomorrow so posting today... hope I don't offend anyone but trying to help get the word out for our upcoming show....
I just wanted to respond a to a remark in one of the replies. Closing up a wound does not cause tetanus. Tetanus is caused by the tetanus bacilli. You might...
My daughter stepped on a rusty nail, and we think it went all the way to the bone. She was complaining that it was feeling like she was being pinched. Now...
The problem with punctures is that the air seldom gets in that deep so the tetanus bacteria thrives. That's why they suggest a booster when its a puncture. ......
I agree. I was taught to make sure I bled well (force it if needed) anytime I got a wound that was more than a scratch and use Hydrogen Peroxide. -Jenn...
Our does will start kidding this week. We will have lots available as we are kidding out 20-25 does between now and June. Herd is cae & cl free . Good milk...
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Hi, our doe is due mid-May and it will the 2nd kidding for us. We kept her doe from last year but cannot keep the expected kid(s). They are reg. Oberhaslis and...
I have excess grains I am willing to send to good homes :) They are live(not dried) healthy grains and I'll send enough to start in between a pint to a quart. ...
Hi, I live in Maine, and I find the most effective advertisement is our local "Uncle Henry's" online. Oberhaslis are pretty popular and go for a good amount,...
Does anybody know if wisteria is poison or is it OK for goats to eat? - Eli Eli Coulter (Elizabeth) Macks-i-mum Meat & Milk Goats at MountainEdge Farm ...
OK, with more web searching I've learned that it is poison. Thanks anyway! - Eli Does anybody know if wisteria is poison or is it OK for goats to eat? - Eli ...
I have been told it is very poisonous to both animals and people. (I was very disappointed as I have always wanted to plant one!) I'll see if I can find a...
Hah! You're fast! :) ... From: raw_goatmilk@yahoogroups.com [mailto:raw_goatmilk@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Eli Sent: Wednesday, April 29, 2009 6:23 PM To:...
Speaking of poisonous plants, I have some in my yard..Oleanders and Chinaberry (Melia azedarach) both do well here in the desert (not much does) so they are...
Just wanted to remind everyone about the upcoming show this weekend. Arrivals can start at 3p.m. today (May 1). This will be a 4 ring buck and doe show. More...
I agree with the Uncle Henry suggestion. Everyone reads Uncle Henry! I moved to Texas and sure do miss the Uncle Henry. I did have to laugh when I saw the...
After sending out 10 packages of grains, I STILL have plenty more to share. .I double baggie and ship in a small white box so they don't get smashed. If...
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