Custom Grain Feeding Programs and Ration Design

As we all know, what we eat reflects in our health and deficiencies can lead to all sorts of health issues.  Well it is the same for our pets and livestock that they be provided a nutritional balance of minerals and essential vitamins through their feed program.  Livestock prefer and will eat large quantities of hay which does provide a great source of calcium and Beta Carotene (Vitamin A).

In Michigan, our weather was great for two cuttings of hay since we did not have conditions that prevented a good harvest although areas of the country had gone without rain for long periods of time and then, other parts of the country had so much rain, it affected their crops negatively as well.  That leaves producers trying to determine how to feed nutritionally with shortages of hay in their surrounding areas.  It just is not cost effective for some producers to travel great distances to secure quality hay unless they have the transportation available and are buying in large quantities.

I have been studying nutritional programs relating to goats and cats for decades along with medical information as I find it quite a challenge and I love to learn new things.  Animals intrigue me with their keen senses and ability to survive tough conditions both in climate and range conditions.

Lazy Goat Farms has developed feed programs to supplement their hay crops so that maintenance and conditioning of the goats provides peak performance especially during breeding and kidding season.  Rations for thin goats or kids that need weight gain and growth, obviously need a different regimen than the older, sort of lazier goats, as well as those goats that are providing milk to the household and to their kids until weaning time.

A good nutritional feeding program also allows the producer to minimize illness, therefore, saving the expense of large vet bills and costly medications. As this year I see and hear a lot of goat producers looking for alternate methods and ways to maximize their herd with less forage feeds available, here is where I can help.

I would be glad to provide a Custom Feed and Nutrition Program based on the feed supplements and grains that are available from your local elevator so that you can supplement your forage.  The analysis worksheet includes for each of the feed and grain items Digestible Energy, Total Protein Content, Calcium, Phosphorous, Magnesium, Chlorine, Potassium, Sodium, Sulfur, Cobalt, Copper, Iodine, Manganese, Selenium, Zinc, and Carotene Content . . . all essential to a good balanced nutrition.

With winter coming up and forage being or getting scare, let us work up a Nutrition Program that works for your farm and herd.

Custom Feed Ration Services at Lazy Goat Farms

   

Trish

 

New venture and launch of Ultimate Animal Connection

For a while I have been thinking of a way to bring together animal lovers, rescues, practitioners, etc. in the animal field together in a place to share knowledge, reach out to others, as well as provide a resource to maintain a directory to make that easier.  It finally is coming all together and created the launch of Ultimate Animal Connection.  It creates a challenge and growth for me, but it should be fun meeting new folks and have a gathering place to bring the animal world to our own living rooms.  Of course I welcome all suggestions and comments as this new venture unfolds.  Stop by and visit - http://z13.invisionfree.com/Home_for_the_U_A_C/index.php?

Weekend chores of Hoof Trimming

Enjoyed the nice summer weather we have been having in Michigan this weekend as I spent quite a bit of time working with the goats.  Got together all my tools, and figured to spend time in the shade trimming hooves so I got some lines hooked up in the apple orchard for tethering and a pile of hay for them to munch on.  Started with the bucks who enjoyed the tall grasses the best so they were easily sidetracked for the trimming - LOL.  The girls of course had to dilly dally to the orchard area as they checked everything out on the way.

Just as in children, goats are much the same.  The bucks head right for whatever it is they are after, while the does just take their time and think about things first.  In paying attention to our critters we see many similarities that  are quite amazing.

So I had a great day with the herd under the apple trees and they received a lot of attention, grooming and petting.  Next chore to tackle is cleaning out the barns, but will leave that for a cooler day.

Sorry, it's been a while

Hello world,
I know it has been a while as a lot is happening, and life sure does get busy it slips by unaware it seems.

I am currently starting a new business venture with my farm as my passion for critters is timeless and one of the reasons I start each new day. Have updated my website for my new endeavor and so now, the fun begins. Am getting ready all supplies, trailers, etc. that will be needed so I can help others take care of their farm goats as over the years, talking with so many goat folks there seems to be a real need for my services.

Am gearing up for an exciting time and hope you will enjoy my postings as I will now be updating the pages on a regular basis since it will now be a full time business for us.