Category: Raising Animals

Keeping bees is an endlessly rewarding experience. You’ll have plenty of pollinators for your vegetable garden, and you get access to fresh, delicious honey right from your backyard.  If...

Quails are becoming more and more popular among homesteaders. They’re prolific egg layers, and you can raise them in a small space. Quails begin laying eggs at around six or eight weeks after...

It's no secret that ducks are cute as heck and are very useful in the garden. But are ducks good pets? They have been kept on farms for ages now, but some people do still wonder whether they actually...

Beekeeping is a fascinating hobby. If you are thinking about getting into beekeeping, especially for profit, you'll need to know which beehive is best for your needs. Knowing this will tell you what...

There is no questioning a dog's loyalty, but, like any animal, a dog can be dangerous. As a dog lover or an owner, it is crucial to note that dogs can be good or bad depending on socialization. How...

Ducks, on average, will live between 5 and 10 years, depending on the breed, but they can live much longer - some for as many as 20 years - if they are well-cared for. Whether you keep ducks as pets...