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An unhealthy calf can be a strain on both beef and dairy farming, but many calf health issues can be overcome if they are recognized early and properly treated. By staying alert to your animals and providing them with exceptional care, you can easily raise healthy, productive calves. Diseases and Health Issues Affecting Calves There are many different diseases and health problems that can appear in calves. Depending on the climate, environmental cleanliness, herd size, available nutrition, and other factors, calves might be affected with… Bovine respiratory disease, pneumonia, and other lung disorders Septicemia Scours, digestive difficulties, and diarrhea Dehydration...

Spring is an amazing birding season and great for feeding birds. In spring, not only are year-round resident birds eager to visit feeders as winter food supplies run low, but returning migrants need reliable food sources as they head north to their breeding grounds, and well-stocked bird feeders are a popular choice. Birds eat many things, from seeds and grain to insects, fruit and nectar, but in early spring all these food sources are scarce and there is fierce competition for available food. Backyard birders can provide more food and help all birds enjoy a nutritious, healthy diet by… Cleaning...

Nothing is cozier on a cold winter day than cuddling up in front of a glowing, crackling fireplace or enjoying the robust heat of a freestanding stove. At the same time, however, nothing is more disappointing than if your fireplace or stove fails to light, lets off too much smoke, has a foul odor, or otherwise doesn’t function properly. With the right winter fireplace and stove care, however, you can enjoy the rich heat and steady glow of your fireplace or stove all winter long. Before Winter Arrives It is best to prepare your fireplace and stove in early autumn...

Obviously winter is a vulnerable time for your cows when you really need to pay attention to make sure they are staying healthy. Here are some tips on preparing your herd for winter:Size MattersIf you have cows that are younger or thinner than some of your more mature cows, they are going to need some additional attention when it comes to their feed. Besides the cows that need it for sure, if you start to notice your mature cows losing weight, you may have to supplement their diets with more hay.Beware wet conditionsCows can usually do okay when it’s cold...

If you are the proud owner of a beautiful backyard pond, it will soon be time to close it for the winter. By taking a few steps in the fall, you can ensure the survival of your fish through even the coldest parts of the upcoming winter.What should you do? Simple:● Disconnection: First, you’ll want to disconnect all of the waterfalls and/or fountain spray heads from your pumping system. If you use an ultraviolet sterilizing set-up for preventing micro algae, remove that and store it indoors because freezing temperatures can damage the light tube. ● Cleaning: Start by cleaning out...