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ATTENTION ALL BIRD KEEPERS
The government announced the following guidelines to bird keepers yesterday: Due to a significant increase in AI cases in kept & wild birds, AIPZ with mandatory housing measures to protect poultry & captive birds will come into force from 00.01 on 30 October. This will apply to all keepers of over 50 birds & all keepers…
Read MoreFeeding Goslings
Goslings grow at a phenomenal rate and require balanced nutrition to support this rapid growth and development. What to feed goslings Smallholder Range Goose/Duck Starter Crumbs is suitable for goslings from hatching up to 3 weeks of age. The high protein level of 18.5% helps to support their rapid growth and development at this stage…
Read MoreFeeding ducklings
Hatching and rearing ducklings is a delightful and rewarding experience and with correct nutrition and good husbandry, your fluffy little hatchlings will quickly mature into happy, healthy ducks. What to feed ducklingsFrom hatching, ducklings should be fed Smallholder Range Goose/Duck Starter Crumbs. This complete feed is balanced with all the essential nutrition young ducklings need…
Read MoreUrinary Calculi in Ruminant Animals
Small ruminant animals such as sheep and goats can be susceptible to the development of urinary calculi. These are ‘stones’ or concretions formed in the urinary tract from mucus, protein and minerals. Calculi can develop in both male and female animals but are more likely to cause a blockage in the urinary tract of males.…
Read MoreFeeding Laying Hens
You may have heard of the phrase “you get out what you put in” well this is certainly true when it comes to your hens and the eggs that they produce. The quality of feed given to your hens will also be reflected in the quantity, quality and the taste of the eggs that they…
Read MoreKeeping your hens and ducks cool in the hot weather
Recently, we have been able to enjoy some much warmer temperatures, and with more on the horizon it’s important we make it enjoyable for our hens and ducks too! It is important to give them some special attention to make sure they keep cool and hydrated. Here are our top tips: Free access to water…
Read MoreChicken Keeping FAQs
One of my hens has laid a tiny egg, about the size of a £1 coin. Is this normal? These tiny round eggs are nothing to worry about and are known as ‘fairy eggs’, wind eggs or cock eggs. They occur when the hen’s body begins to form an egg before the yolk is released.…
Read MoreFeeding the notoriously fussy Pygmy Goat
As most owners will have experienced, pygmy goats are full of individual quirks and characteristics. For example, it is not uncommon for pygmy goats to easily gain extra weight and yet they are also notoriously fussy eaters! This can certainly prove challenging when they decide they don’t like their food. Feeding a highly palatable supplementary…
Read MoreFeeding Baby Chicks to be Healthy Hens
One of the lovely sights of Spring is seeing newly hatched chicks. Whilst raising them is enjoyable and highly rewarding, it’s important that their specific needs are met to ensure they grow into happy, healthy laying hens. Providing optimum nutrition from the Smallholder Range and the right environment is key to giving your chicks the…
Read MoreFeeding Kunekune Pigs
Due to their sweet temperament and smaller size, Kunekune pigs make the ideal addition to your smallholding. These pigs originated from New Zealand and the numbers of people keeping them as pets are increasing. Considering variable grass quality and quantity, it is important to provide the right feed to meet the specific dietary needs of…
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