S&S Farm and Rabbitry

09/03/2025

09/03/2025

🐐 Why do we still love Nigerian Dwarf goats after more than 20 years?

From their small, easy-to-handle size to their rich, high-butterfat milk, these little dairy goats have captured our hearts—and kept their place on our farm.

✔️ Perfect for families, kids, and homesteaders of all ages
✔️ Sweet-tasting milk that’s great for cheese
✔️ Manageable size but full of personality

Thinking about adding goats to your homestead—or curious why Nigerian Dwarfs are America’s fastest-growing breed? Discover why we’ve never regretted choosing them:

👉 Read more: article link in the comments!

09/03/2025

🍂Fall fun has arrived at farms all across West Virginia!🍂 Whether you want to pick your own pumpkin🎃, wind your way through a corn maze🌽, or sip apple cider🍎 by a bon fire🔥, check our list for an destination near you!

09/03/2025

Why do goats need baking soda -- or not? Years ago, everyone provided free choice baking soda for their goats, but in recent years, the practice has become controversial. Learn why your goats may or may not need free choice baking soda.

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09/03/2025

MEAT PEN TIP TUESDAY IS BACK👏 TUESDAYS @ 11:00AM CST
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Get ready for 18 weeks of insightful tidbits from our Rabbitry! And, as always, give us a call if you need anything! Even if you're not from Texas. We are here to help!💙🐰
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09/02/2025

08/23/2025

🛑 Goats dying from parasites despite regular deworming? You're not alone.

In this episode, Tammy tells the story of how she lost goats to barber pole worms and what she did to save her herd.

Details below 👇

08/23/2025

🌿🐐 Worm Watch: Barber Pole Worms in Goats 🐐🌿

Summer is prime time for Haemonchus contortus—better known as the barber pole worm. These parasites thrive in warm, humid conditions and can cause anemia, weight loss, and even death if not caught early.

🔍 What to watch for:

Pale eyelids (check using the FAMACHA system)

Bottle jaw (swelling under the chin)

Lethargy or sudden drop in condition

✅ Prevention tips:

Rotate pastures frequently

Keep forage at safe heights (avoid overgrazing)

Use selective deworming—don’t overmedicate!

🐐 Healthy goats = healthy pastures = happy farmers.