Barnyard in Your Backyard: A Beginner's Guide to Raising Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Rabbits, Goats, ...
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Jul 15, 2010
Leigh-ann
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An excellent, honest reference book for anyone considering acquiring livestock, whether it be a couple of chickens or a herd of cattle. The author gives a thorough assessment of the pros and cons of owning any "farm animal", and isn't afraid to share the negative information that some other books gloss over. I've owned a book called "Keep Chickens" for the last few years, and it's aimed at people who want to keep a small flock of hens within the city limits to provide the f
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Nov 15, 2010
Carissa
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This book was informative. I did not read this page for page since I am not considering having a cow in my backyard. I read through Chickens, Waterfowl, Rabbits and bits and pieces about goats and sheep. I learned that there are chickens that are primarily used for meat, chickens that are good layers, chickens that can be both and some that are purely ornamental. There is also a duck that isn't really a duck. It's called a Muscovy and acts more like a goose than a duck. It doesn't quack, b
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Jul 22, 2010
Russell
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Another Storey publication, another outstanding intro to a country living topic. The author/editor Gail Damerow covers 6 type of animals, chickens, ducks and geese, rabbits, goats, sheep, and cattle and goes into details about housing, care, feeding and things to watch for while raising them and what you can expect out of them in terms in temperament and output.
For a novice like me, this introduction to livestock was perfect. It answered all my questions and much more.
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For a novice like me, this introduction to livestock was perfect. It answered all my questions and much more.
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Apr 12, 2008
✿Piper✿
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This was a good book and it had a lot of information on geese and other animals.
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May 07, 2009
Banana
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This is one of my favorite books ever! It teaches you how to choose, buy, build shelters for, train, care fore, sell, breed, and do all sorts of other stuff with Ducks, Geese, Chickens, Rabbits, Goats, Sheep, Dairy Cattle, and Beef Cattle. I have this book on my desk to refer to whenever I need it. It's a great help when you're trying to pick out an animal. It lists different breeds, along with the ups and downs for each one. If I could give 6 stars to any two books, it would probably be this on
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Jul 15, 2010
Al
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Very good basic level introduction to the easiest and most common farm animals. Includes all sorts of useful information, from selecting young, to feeding, to housing, to common illnesses. I checked out a copy from the library first, but will be buying this for my reference bookshelf.
Dec 19, 2008
Melanie
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Great starter book if you are intersted in getting involved with a variety of animals. Gives the basics enough for you to get started and decide which route to go. I continue to use this book for reference.
Jun 06, 2011
April
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if this title doesnt make you laugh and smile, then fooey on you. I only read the chapter on chickens, but this book covers every other type of animal one might fancy having in their backyard barnyard.
Mar 15, 2011
Jonathan
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A decent general introduction to raising chicken, waterfowl, rabbits, goats, sheep, or cattle, but assuming a relatively high level of input (both in money and intensive management). Nevertheless, this is a comprehensive introduction to major breeds (but don't forget to check out the American Heritage Breeds Conservancy for additional information on breeds), products each animal can produce, husbandry and health concerns, etc. This could be a good book to have around.
Jan 27, 2010
Ida
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Very handy book with quick ref. to useful things...if you have farm animals in your backyard! :) Thinking of adding geese and more ducks to my 'flock' this spring. :)
Dec 09, 2010
Ami
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I found this book to be an excellent resource manual, particularly when it comes to raising chickens. More illustrations or pictures could have pushed this book to four stars. I was also confused on why the author chose to leave out a section on raising pigs.
Mar 13, 2009
Me2
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I really enjoyed this book, it covers some great information about raising chickens, waterfowl, sheep, goats and cows.
Feb 16, 2010
Kathleen
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This is a pick-up & set down book for me, much I know. Working on rabbits these days
Nov 02, 2010
Katie
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I have an out-of-print book from the 80s called Back at the Farm that I just love - this book is a present-day equivalent. A wonderful resource for people interested in raising poultry, rabbits, goats, sheep, or cows, and an enjoyable read as well.
Oct 25, 2007
Leslie
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At first I shunned this book because there were no photos of cute animals. But there are drawings, and black and white lines have never looked more lovely. The text part is good, too.
Oct 11, 2008
Barbara
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I just read the chapter on chickens, because that's the info I needed, but this book provided the best information that I have read to date. Very thorough and informative.
Jun 18, 2008
Al
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Why I chose this book : Acclaimation/Care/Longevity of my Duck. Well that and too understand me...the Rooster, Mwwhha! I love you Monica Maxine Ruiz!
May 27, 2008
Jen
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A wonderful overview of various barnyard critters: chickens, rabbits, geese and goats. I'm on the way to becoming a self-sustaining hippie.
Nov 12, 2008
Very helpful to our current endeavor. My chickens are most grateful that I learned a thing or two before acquiring them!
May 29, 2008
Kami
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I didn't read it all the way through. I will save that for the day when I actually decide to get some animals or not.
Oct 03, 2008
Greg
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Great as a reference. Very useful information if you have a need for it.
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