Animal Husbandry

*WATERSTONES WELSH BOOK OF THE MONTH*My Family and Other Animals meets The Secret Life of Cows: this rediscovered gem tells the charming tale of how a baby llama transformed a Welsh farming family forever.Things llamas like:Snaffling cherry brandy,...

In the last few years, poultry-keeping has enjoyed massive growth, with heavy TV coverage featuring chefs such as Jamie Oliver. It is another symptom of our weariness of mass-produced, tasteless supermarket food - the appeal of being able to nip into the...

Discover how humanely handling your livestock can improve the day-to-day operation and profitability of your farm. Stressing the importance of understanding livestock behavior, Temple Grandin shows you how to develop a respectful working relationship...

Omlet's easy-to-clean, safe and stylish Eglu chicken houses became an instant design icon when they were launched in 2004. Omlet quickly became most popular brand among chicken keepers, appealing to a new generation of people wanting to keep chickens as...

Dog Behavior: Modern Science and Our Canine Companions provides readers with a better understanding of canine science, including evolutionary concepts, ethograms, brain structures and development, sensory perspectives, the science of emotions, social...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781961477001Author LM TaylorFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint LM Taylor PublishingPublisher LM Taylor PublishingWeight(grams) 181gDimensions(mm) 203mm *...

"If your garden fantasies involve chickens, Jessi Bloom is here to make those dreams come true." -The New York Times Many gardeners fear chickens will peck away at their landscape. But you can keep chickens and have a beautiful garden, too! In this...

In Masterminding Nature, Margaret Derry examines the evolution of modern animal breeding from the invention of improved breeding methodologies in eighteenth-century England to the application of molecular genetics in the 1980s and 1990s. A clear and...

The third collection of memoirs from the author who inspired the TV series All Creatures Great and Small.Training as an RAF pilot in the smoke and bustle of wartime London is a far cry from James Herriot's day job as a country vet in the Yorkshire Dales...

Learn how to humanely slaughter cattle and butcher your own beef. In this straightforward guide, Adam Danforth provides clear instructions and step-by-step photography of the entire butchering process, from creating the right preslaughter conditions...

Keeping your own horses requires dedication, hard work, and a sincere interest in the well-being of your animals. This practical guide shows you how to design efficient facilities and establish effective maintenance routines so that your horses can stay...

No buts: discover the addictive joy of raising goats Goats are amazing, multi-talented creatures that have been domesticated for over 10,000 years. As well as being a source of food, clothes, and milk, they're wonderful companions: cute, intelligent, and...

Felines of the World: Discoveries in Taxonomic Classification and History provides the most recent taxonomic, paleontological, phylogenetic and DNA advances of wild felid and domestic cat species following guidelines dictated by the IUCN SSC Cat...

Good nutrition is essential for a strong and healthy horse. Here are in-depth explorations on the benefits of additives and herbal supplements inform Worth's dietary approach toward treating common health problems that include colic, cribbing, Cushing...

Whether a farmer is raising one cow or a herd, Storey's Guide to Raising Beef Cattle is the most reliable reference for ensuring a successful, healthy cattle operation. In this fully updated, full-color fourth edition, long-time cattle rancher and author...

Small-scale pig keeping is expanding, not only in the countryside but also in urban areas. However, at the outset the prospect of owning pigs can be frightening for the uninitiated. Pigs for the Freezer is aimed at the small-scale producer in a...

This is an illustrated directory of over 100 chickens, ducks, geese and turkeys, with 275 photographs. It is a comprehensive visual guide to the world's pure domestic fowl breeds. It features a wide variety of breeds, from New Hampshire Red to java, plus...

Tony Iley looks at the development of the working dog - focusing on the Collie - before describing the pup and its early training through to being a working dog. As a shepherd who has competed at trials for many years his chapter on trials is very...

Horses need grass. It plays a vital part in their nutrition, health and well-being, and good grassland management results in a cost-effective way of feeding them. However, all too often horses at grass are either poorly managed or managed according to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780963810908Author Joel SalatinFormat PaperbackPage Count 334Imprint Polyface, IncorporatedPublisher Polyface, IncorporatedWeight(grams) 524gDimensions(mm)...

From the author of 'enchanting' If Clouds Were Sheep comes a new tale of family and the call of the farming life. Young mum and shepherdess Sue Andrews is working hard to make ends meet while she and husband Aubrey raise two small children on their...

Dalia Monterroso, founder of the popular website Welcome to Chickenlandia, brings a fresh, inclusive voice to the community of backyard chicken keeping with this entry-level guide designed to empower anyone who's always wanted to keep chickens but may...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781647391249Author Amber BradshawFormat PaperbackPage Count 154Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 386gDimensions(mm) 231mm *...

Keeping a few hens was once only for rural dwellers with big yards - or inner-city hippies. Now it's mainstream and an attractive proposition wherever you live. Fluffy little recycling units that eat weeds, bugs and scraps and turn them into organic eggs...

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Keeping Geese is a complete guide to the domesticated goose. It shows how this intelligent bird has been absorbed into different cultures throughout history: from the taming of the Greylag and the Swan goose to the exhibition of the mighty Toulouse, the...

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More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of this definitive primer for intrepid poultry farmers and feather fanciers alike. From the Manx Rumpy to the Redcap and the Ancona duck to his Aylesbury cousin, each breed is profiled with a brief...

This is a comprehensive and attractive lifestyle guide to keeping ducks and geese - from what to consider before buying them, how to house them, their welfare and even egg selection. They make wonderful and rewarding pets, and come in all shapes,...

Rabbits are the third-most popular pet in the United States and have also earned significant farming and commercial followings: fiber enthusiasts love angora for its light-weight warmth, and chefs are serving up increasing amounts of their high-protein,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780358305590Author John ConnellFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Ecco PressPublisher Ecco PressWeight(grams) 204gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 132mm * 18mm

Whether you're running a farm or interested in keeping a few backyard birds, Storey's Guide to Raising Poultry covers everything you need to know to successfully raise your own chickens, turkeys, waterfowl, and more. Stressing humane practices...

This fully updated and comprehensive book covers how to acquire a healthy flock, routine procedures to keep them healthy, common diseases, how to identify problems, how to deal with them, and when to consult the vet. Written by two qualified Veterinary...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780547248233Author Dr Temple GrandinFormat PaperbackPage Count 352Imprint Houghton MifflinPublisher Cengage Learning, IncWeight(grams) 272gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781647395148Author David BurnsFormat PaperbackPage Count 170Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 408gDimensions(mm) 235mm * 191mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781906122614Author Bob KennardFormat HardbackPage Count 224Imprint Merlin Unwin BooksPublisher Merlin Unwin BooksWeight(grams) 951g

The cow is the most productive, efficient creature on earth. She will give you fresh milk, cream, butter, and cheese, build human health and happiness, and even turn a profit for homesteaders and small farmers who seek to offer her bounty to the local...

Stressing the importance of sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices, farmer Kelly Klober provides expert advice on making any size hog operation more efficient and profitable in Storey's Guide to Raising Pigs. The most comprehensive...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781913159474Author Jill MasonFormat HardbackPage Count 320Imprint Merlin Unwin BooksPublisher Merlin Unwin BooksWeight(grams) 1204gDimensions(mm) 246mm *...

Queen Victoria was obsessed with it. Socrates' last words were about it. Charles Darwin and Louis Pasteur made their scientific breakthroughs using it. Hailed as a messenger of the gods, powerful sex symbol, gambling aid, all-purpose medicine and handy...