What can be more peaceful than the sight of cattle grazing on a grassy hillside? They seem so content, so relaxed, and seemingly oblivious to anything except the grass they’re eating. However, there’s more to these group dynamics than meets the eye! There’s a definite social hierarchy within the herd that’s missed by the typical … Read more
Since we at Drinking Post consider watering livestock to be our number one job, we thought you’d like to learn some interesting facts about water. Water is the most common substance found on earth and many would argue that it is the most important resource in the world. Did you know that 97% of the … Read more
The goats are coming! The goats are coming! A surge in goat production, especially dairy goat production has been going on for the past decade. Dairy goat population increased by 61 percent between 2007 and 2017, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. What’s the attraction to goats? For small farmers, hobby farmers, and homesteaders alike, … Read more
What steps are you taking to monitor the health and well-being of the animals in your care? Like most livestock owners, you are constantly on guard to protect your animals against many dangers. You’re worried about environmental conditions. Animal’s physical health is a prime concern. A good lievstock manager needs to monitor the vital statistics … Read more
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” — Leonardo da Vinci. Sophistication The great mathematician, inventor and thinker Leonardo Da Vinci has given us the perfect quote for spring-boarding us into an exploration of how the simplicity of design lends itself to Drinking Post’s sophistication. The simplicity of a Drinking Post waterer is one … Read more
Have you considered raising sheep? Yes, sheep! It can be an enjoyable and even profitable activity for the working farmer, the hobby farmer, or just families with some room who want a different kind of pet. There’s lots of motivations to raise sheep. Let’s look at the top five reasons to raise sheep. Wool They … Read more
Drinking Post for Peak Performance “Peak Performance” – that’s a term we hear bantered about when talking about sports stars and athletes. Athletes prepare, train and follow strict nutritional and hydration guidelines. Many argue, hydration is equally as important as nutrition, perhaps even more crucial to Peak Performance. Remember, the quality of your water is … Read more
Hobby Farming There’s an exciting trend in farming. It’s been called Hobby Farming and it’s beginning to gather many practitioners. What is “hobby farming” and is it something you or a family member or friend might consider? Hobby farming means that you are not trying to run a small farm business. That’s where the term … Read more
Not Your Father’s Veterinarian What’s new in animal healthcare? Veterinary Medicine is undergoing rapid changes. In fact, the world of Veterinary Medicine is in such a rapid state of change that your new veterinarian may be very different from your father’s veterinarian. A solo veterinarian in a small town who does everything for everybody at … Read more
