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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


Hair Loss in Goats
Why does your goat have missing hair?
External parasites, nutritional issues, rubbing, or even fever can be blamed.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Jan 3, 20227 min read


Zinc for Goats: A Mineral Especially Important in Breeding Season
How much zinc does a goat need? Requirements and supplementing zinc in goats. Signs of deficiencies

Kendra R. Shatswell
Aug 15, 20214 min read


Part 1: The Nutritional Wisdom of Ruminants
A brief overview of copper in small ruminant nutriton, Pat Coleby's mineral program, and the nutritional wisdom of ruminants.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Jul 22, 20206 min read


Wonky Limbs in Newborn Goats - To BoSe or Not to BoSe?
Is a newborn goat kid with cramped-up, loose, or stiff limbs always experiencing selenium deficiency?

Kendra R. Shatswell
Jun 24, 20205 min read
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