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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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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
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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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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
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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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