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    Herding Dogs

    It is not lethal, that's a super common misnomer of the ignorant. They can however have health issues, the most common being sight and hearing impairment. The merle gene though is complex, with multiple SILV insertions and multiple lengths that dictate presentation and risk. The only way to...
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    Herding Dogs

    The big thing to remember is that herding is modified hunting, we just want them not to kill at the end, and that takes training.
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    Herding Dogs

    Long line and teach them to work. A stock stick helps. That said, not all are cut out for it. My youngest aussie hit overarousal easily, so I need to get her on larger stock to put her head on. Also had an aussie/bc foster who I wouldn't trust with any stock animal, he wasn't bred well at...
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    GBBs

    Also make sure you breed her within 3 months of a molt for best success. Also, don't forget a shark tank, GBB tend to pounce first and ask questions later, lol.
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    GBBs

    Mine is nowhere near mature for me to know gender, but they aren't super uncommon depending on where you live. Is there a local reptile/exotics show, there are usually invert breeders at them who may have a connection. You can also try Spinder :)
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    Rabbit hay alternative?

    Not sure how much they are there, they are more than rabbits for sure though! I've had several nice ones that were only 100-150. I know right now that seems like a lot though.
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    Rabbit hay alternative?

    Koi require weekly water changes, large ponds, and heavy duty multi stage filtration that can move hundreds or thousands of gallons an hour. I love mine, but they are far from low maintenance. My betta are easier, lol.
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    Rabbit hay alternative?

    Another pet option, though not fuzzy, are hedgehogs. I've loved all of mine, each has a unique personality. No hay, but like all animal they have their requirements. You do need to scent bond, but they aren't very bitey at all.
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    Best hutch design and floor for a pet Flemish giant?

    You could also consider a tractor type pen. Wire on the bottom so it can't dig out and predators can't get in. Then you could move it to fresh grass every couple of days.
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    Incubators for various species

    I have considered the GQF, since I have hatched before as well. The hardest part right now is the space for one. Little house for now, so a table top type is more ideal until we decide on the bigger space (already looking). Since in quail especially I'm looking to raise for eggs and my...
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    Incubators for various species

    Looking for a decent sized incubator under $200 that can handle quail, chicken, and possibly duck. Not opposed to buying a second as the flocks grow, but need something decent and digital, preferably with a turner. My 7 year old HovaBator died last year.
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    Picked up yesterday!

    Yep! 10 to start, especially with more chicken chicks and rabbits all on the way!
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    Picked up yesterday!

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    Worried daddy about to rehome

    In my experience, very few folks are trying to deceive or lie to get meat birds. Whether for personal consumption or feeding. I do raw feed my dogs and am starting to raise for meat, and know many others who do, none of whom lie. It's actually very frowned on in feeding groups, as is live...
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    Show me your rabbit set ups!

    Put in for a meat rabbit trio. These are mixes and strictly for eating, but would like them to be as comfortable as possible in their lives. Plan on getting Standard Rex if this is something we wish to continue/persue. Show me how you keep them, preferably without a barn. Not an option for...
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