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Mark White, 2005, hardback, 168 pages

Mark White, who is a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, has produced a non-technical reference book for all those who own or care for pigs.
The book covers all the principal diseases and abnormalities including information on diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
The author also discusses how pig management can have an impact on disease and thus a reduction in the productivity of the breeding herd.

G MacLeod, 1994, paperback, 168 pages

This reference book is aimed at teaching the farmer or smallholder on how to treat and prevent pig diseases using alternative therapy.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  PG011

£9.95

Alan Mowlem, 2001, hardback, 112 pages

There are over 200 identifiable breeds of goat in the world with some 13 in the UK.  Cheese and yoghurt, prime lean meat and cashmere and mohair fibre are all products of this unique species.
In this illustrated manual, the author provides essential information and practical advice for successful goat husbandry.

REF:  PG019

£16.99

Paul Smith, 2001, hardback, 160 pages

This informative and delightful book is ideal for those who wish to venture into pig keeping.  Accompanied by illustrations, the text covers getting started, nutrition, housing, pig management, breeding, raising piglets and health.

Gail Luttmann, 1986, paperback, 172 pages

This US published book informs the reader on a variety of issues including how to select milk goats, feeding requirements, housing, care, the type of equipment that is necessary and economic considerations.
The author also examines goats milk and cheese.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  PG013

£8.99

Katie Thear, 2006, paperback, 104 pages

A practical guide by Katie Thear on keeping goats on a small scale.  Includes useful information and advice on feeding, housing, breeding, health, milking and by-products such as dairy produce, fibre and meat.

REF:  PG027

£7.95

Andy Case, 2001, paperback, 80 pages

Written primarily with the novice in mind, this publication provides clear instructions for the small scale pig keeper on the care and management of outdoor pigs.
Special emphasis is given to rare and traditional breeds.

REF:  PG014

£7.95

Jerry Belanger, 2000, paperback, 283 pages

Goat products are becoming increasingly popular with consumers.  This US guide provides advice on how to choose the right dairy breed for milk and cheese, feeding requirements, housing, health care and breeding.
The book also teaches the reader how to milk a goat properly.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  PG015

£12.99

Maggie Sayer, 2007, paperback, 320 pages

Maggie Sayer explains the basics of selecting a breed, buying the goats, advice on raising healthy animals, how goats think, marketing and how to handle, house and transport them.
Sayer also provides useful advice on health care including disease prevention, addressing common ailments and breeding.

REF:  PG013

£12.99

Kelly Klober, 2000, paperback, 208 pages

A straightforward and practical introduction to small scale pig keeping.  Content includes housing, free range management, buying and selling.  There is also a section on shows.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  PG016

£12.99

Peter Dunn, 2003, hardback, 210 pages

This practical book, now in its 3rd edition, offers guidelines and information on the symptoms and control of all the major goat diseases, with particular emphasis on the prevention of illnesses through good husbandry.
Peter Dunn, who works at the State Veterinary Service, offers advice on when treatment can be given by the goat keeper and when the vet should be sent for.  Includes 126 illustrations.

REF:  PG020

£14.95

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