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The Ultimate Guide To Sheep As Pets

There’s no sweetest sound than the gentle bray/bleat of a sheep. Keeping sheep as pets gives you a chance to discover their unique personalities, and they can love as deeply as any cat or dog. Here’s what you need to know before buying a lamb or sheep: Reasons You Need Sheep In Your Life Farm sheep are raised for three main reasons: for their fleece, meat and milk. As far as livestock goes, sheep are comparatively small and require less space and fewer expenses than cows or pigs. You may decide to raise your sheep as livestock, but they also[…]Read More…

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Murphy Farm Hay and Feed Company Recalls Alfalfa Hay Due To Possible Health Risk

Murphy Farm Hay and Feed Company of Louisburg North Carolina voluntarily recalls some of its alfalfa hay due to potential Blister Beetle contamination. Horses are very susceptible to the toxin produced by this beetle. After an exposure to this toxin, death can occur anywhere between couple of hours to about 3 days. So, as soon as blister beetle poisoning is suspected, it is best to contact a veterinarian. [View All Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Murphy Farm Hay and Feed in Louisburg, NC Jones Farm Hay and Feed in Middlesex, NC. Brands: Square-baled alfalfa hay, bound in reddish-orange twine.(No[…]Read More…