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In this issue, you'll learn about milk stones, tetanus prevention, scurs, and Staphylococcus aureus. This week's newsletter wraps up with a refreshing goat cheese and cucumber recipe that's perfect for summer.

Milk Stones in Goats

Ever felt something hard inside a goat’s teat while milking? It might be a rare condition known as a milk stone. In this post, you’ll learn what milk stones are, how to recognize them, and how to manage or prevent this unusual issue in your dairy goats.

Tetanus Prevention in Goats

Tetanus is almost always fatal in goats once symptoms appear—but the good news is, it’s also highly preventable. In this post, we break down the key differences between tetanus toxoid and antitoxin, so you’ll know exactly which to use, when, and why. Don’t risk confusion—get the facts to keep your goats safe.

Understanding Scurs in Goats

Ever noticed a small bit of horn regrowing after disbudding a goat kid? That’s a scur—and while they’re common, most can be prevented with the right technique and timing. In this post, we explain what causes scurs in goats and how to avoid them for safer, stress-free herd management.

Staphylococcus aureus in Goats

Could a common bacteria be hiding in your herd without obvious signs? This article explains how Staph aureus spreads in goats, why it can cause chronic mastitis that’s difficult to treat, and what goat owners should know about prevention, milk safety, and herd management.

📄Goat Cheese and Cucumber Spread If your cucumbers are ready to harvest, this goat cheese and cucumber spread is really delicious on flat bread or crusty French baguettes. This recipe is a twist on the cucumber dip recipe that is all over the Internet. Most of those recipes call for cream cheese, but I use chèvre since it is a bit healthier than cream cheese -- and tastier! Try this recipe!

Happy Goatherding,

Deborah
& the Thrifty Homesteader Team

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