"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 ...

What are the easiest goat breeds to raise? You may be thinking of buying a little farm – or you already have one – and you are considering what domestic animals you should keep. If you’re thinking of ...

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 ...

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 ...

Among the unique hobby farm animals, pygmy goats are a friendly breed that makes an excellent pet for a constant supply of fresh milk. These diminutive goats, often considered a popular breed, offer a ...

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 ...