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Goat Polio
Polioencephalomalacia: more commonly called “goat polio” or simply “thiamine deficiency." Causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Mar 19, 20245 min read
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Tickleweed Hill Farm: A Commercial Kinder Goat Operation
The Lamms have raised Kinders for over 20 years and have developed a unique commercial operation with specific goals in mind.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Oct 26, 20226 min read
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Fat, Muscle, and Body Condition in Goats
Body condition scoring is an incredibly useful tool! Evaluate subcutaneous fat to judge internal fat.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Sep 28, 20215 min read
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Zinc for Goats: A Mineral Especially Important in Breeding Season
How much zinc does a goat need? Requirements and supplementing zinc in goats.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Aug 15, 20214 min read
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Calculating Target Daily Gains of Meat Wethers and Replacement Doelings
Calculating the needed daily gain to hit market weight in wethers or breeding weight in replacement doelings.

Kendra R. Shatswell
May 12, 20214 min read
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