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What Your Animal's Poo Is Telling You

What Your Animal's Poo Is Telling You

Learn how to interpret changes in your animal's faeces. From colour and texture to parasites and digestive disorders, these signs can help identify health issues early.

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Quarantining New Animals - What, When, and How

Quarantining New Animals - What, When, and How

Preventing the spread of disease on your farm starts with strong biosecurity measures. Quarantining new animals for 2-3 weeks helps detect infections, clear parasites, and ensure a healthy flock. Learn best practices for vet checks, parasite control, and biosecurity to protect your livestock.

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Dealing with an emergency (while waiting for the vet)

Dealing with an emergency (while waiting for the vet)

When an emergency strikes your livestock, quick action is key. While waiting for the vet, follow these essential steps to keep your animal safe, calm, and stable. Learn how to secure the patient, manage blood loss, and provide first aid to improve their chances of recovery.

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Kunekune Nutrition

Kunekune Nutrition

Discover essential tips for Kunekune pig nutrition! Learn how to prevent obesity, meet protein needs, and balance their diet for happy, healthy pigs. Perfect for small-scale farmers and pet owners.

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Design the Perfect Pig Enclosure

Design the Perfect Pig Enclosure

Explore practical tips for managing pig behaviors like rooting and wallowing sustainably. Learn how to maintain pasture health, create pig-safe enclosures, and integrate pigs into a permaculture system while prioritizing their welfare

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News Alert for all owners of pigs: Influenza A (H1N1) - initially called swine flu

News Alert for all owners of pigs: Influenza A (H1N1) - initially called swine flu

NZPork, the organisation funded by New Zealand pork producers has important information for all owners of pigs.

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