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Faverolles are beautiful French chickens with a calm temperament and ability to lay during the cold winter. They make great additions to your flock as production birds or as ornamental pets. Find out even more reasons to fall in love with Faverolles.

If you have been looking to raise pigs but have been intimidated by their size and often aggressive personalities, try the American Guinea Hog. With its smaller size, sweeter disposition, and outstanding flavor, this breed, which was once on the brink of extinction, has been making a great comeback.

🎧 Goat Yoga Have you ever wondered how goat yoga got started? In this fun and inspiring episode, Deborah chats with Lainey Morse, the founder of the original Goat Yoga, about how a simple idea born out of tough times turned into a worldwide sensation. Learn how her goats brought joy, healing, and connection — and what it really takes to run a goat yoga business the right way. Listen in

▶ Setting Up Goat Paddocks with Electronet Designing paddocks for your goats can feel overwhelming, but the right setup makes all the difference. In this video, I answer a Goats 365 member’s questions about rotational grazing with Nigerian Dwarf goats, including fencing options, paddock sizes, and how often to move goats. Watch video

Happy homesteading!

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Deborah
and the ThriftyHomesteader Team

📚Want to Learn Even More?

• Did you know we have a Youtube Channel with over 700 videos? From goat care to soapmaking, cheesemaking, and more—you’ll find practical, real-life tips to support your homesteading journey.
• Looking to dive deeper? Visit the Goat Academy—your go-to resource for online courses on everything from goat health and nutrition to soapmaking, gardening, composting, and starting a homestead business. Whether you’re just getting started or want to level up your skills, there’s a course for you.
• Need ongoing guidance and community support? Goats 365 is our membership program that gives you full access to six comprehensive courses, live Q&A sessions, and an engaged group of goat owners who are learning and growing together—365 days a year.

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