Homestead Livestock
Raising a small flock or tending backyard livestock brings rhythm, responsibility, and reward to your homestead life. Whether you are gathering warm eggs each morning or learning how to humanely butcher your own animals, these guides are written from experience with care and respect for the process.
Here you’ll find beginner-friendly advice for raising poultry and hogs, creating a livestock-friendly garden, and incorporating animals into your seasonal routines.
Getting Started with Livestock
Begin Your Backyard Flock with Confidence
Thinking of adding animals to your homestead? These posts cover the basics of planning, setup, and choosing the right livestock for your space and goals.
Raising Backyard Chickens
Daily Care, Feeding, & Flock Management
Chickens are a wonderful introduction to livestock— hardy, productive, and full of personality. Learn how to keep them healthy, happy, and laying.
Butchering Livestock
Respectful, Homegrown Harvests
Learning to butcher animals is part of the full cycle of raising your own homegrown meats. These guides walk you through the process with care, transparency, and practical detail.
Livestock in the Garden
Intergrate Animals into a Thriving Garden System
Chickens and other small livestock can be garden helpers— fertilizing, pest-controlling, and even preparing beds. Learn how to create a harmonious setup that benefits both your plants and your flock.
Livestock in Motion
A Peek at the Barnyard
These videos show you the dreamy incorporation of small livestock on a working homestead.
Raising livestock teaches patiences, presence, and deep appreciation for the food on your table. Whether you are just getting started or are years into life with backyard animals, I’m so glad you’re here enjoying the journey with me!