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Dairy breeds
The small size of holdings and, consequently, the need intensify guided coastal areas, some of the hilly areas adjacent mountains and some flat terrain (Jura plateau of the Massif Central) to the dairy specialization: in these areas is the Holstein or, in the east, MontbeliardThat dominate. Read the rest of this entry »
The sheep – a landscape nurses
Sheep’s wool for the daily needs
Although the wool is in fierce competition with plant and especially synthetic fibers, it is today still an important and again a more sought-after product.
Wool is the natural heat and cold protection of the sheep and thus the only fiber to say as”insulation” is growing.
These wool fibers are different from the other animal hair in that they are not filled with marrow cavities but have. This results in the special physical properties.
Sheep wool is heat-holding and changing temperatures, but is breathable and dirt resistant. It is summer and winter use! Read the rest of this entry »
The sheep
Advantages:
- Provides 2 products: wool and skin.
Disadvantages:
- Takes time and a daily presence
- Sheep may die prematurely.
- We need a huge bankroll to start
What you’ll need:
- ECU 90 to move your level 1 (for level 0)
OR you’re 50 ECU if it is a change of fields (for Level 1 and above)
- ECU 105 to buy 3 sheep (for level 0)
OR ECU 140 to buy 4 sheep if it is a change of fields (for Level 1 and above)
- A knife in the inventory of your property to kill your cows and carcass charge Read the rest of this entry »
Sheep diversity
The sheep is one of the most common pets – it is present in almost every country on earth.
It was domesticated from the mouflon before about 11,000 years ago in the area of present-day Iraq.
Sheep are herd animals and have a strong health. The females live in groups with immature offspring. The young bucks are joining forces in their own groups and the adult males are solitary and roam meet only to mate to the fold.
Sheep are among the ruminants, and can be about 20 years old.
The males are (bucks), up to 200 (!) Bring kg on the scale. Read the rest of this entry »
As our dog Golden Comb
Our dog’s hair and scalp is something to keep in mind when it comes to maintaining good health, as it is important that you keep in perfect condition. This time we will stop on the way to comb our Golden Dogs to get the most out of this action and get healthy hair and a happy dog.
Above all we must bear in mind that brushing is not only a gesture aimed at removing tangles and dead hair, but something more. We should note that you must perform all types of dogs with special combs for each type of hair, brushing it with what we have in mind is to know in what state the scalp of your pet, and we will see first hand if there are scabs, sores, lumps or other abnormalities in the skin. We must take into account the accessories above. Read the rest of this entry »
Dog behaviour
The notion of a clear pack hierarchy has become central too much of our thinking about dog behavior towards us and each other. A dog that is disobedient or aggressive is seen as displaying “dominant” behavior that must be overcome. A host of actions are suggested as ways of asserting our dominance over our dogs. Some are fairly innocuous: eating before them, going through doors first and so on. Some restrict the activities a dog can enjoy: “never plays tug of war”. Others are quite physical and sometimes violent: alpha rolls, where the dog is rolled onto its back on the floor and pinned there, shaking by the scruff and other physical gestures. Read the rest of this entry »
General Appearance and Characteristics of the Estrela
A dog of the mastiff type: The inseparable companion of the shepherd and faithful guardian of the flocks, which it fiercely defends against wolves and sheep stealers. A splendid guard of estates and habitations; for personal defense, and even to be used with advantage as a draught animal.
A rustic animal, well built, lively in movement and impressive of bearing. Of alert gaze calm and expressive. To be respected for its alertness towards strangers and of a characteristic docility towards the shepherds. Read the rest of this entry »
The Serra Da Estrela
The Cao de Serra da Estrela, as its name suggests, originates from the Estrela Mountains in Portugal. It is believed to be one of the oldest breeds in the Iberian Peninsula. As the other members of the mountain dog family, he originates from crossbreeding between indigenous dogs and those brought in by the Romans. These crossbreeds developed separately and there are now three distinct national mountain dogs in Portugal
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The Cao do Castro Laborer
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The Rafeiro do Alentejo
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The Estrela Mountain Dog Of Portugal
Rocky places, granite soil, shrubby vegetation, and a hard life, were the conditions that developed the beautiful breed of “Estrela Mountain Dog”.
The lands that today form the Portuguese Natural Park of ” Serra da Estrela ” were his territory. It was here that this breed grew and adapted.
Very beautiful and compact animals of noble feelings, they were man’s best friend in their daily work in this land for over a thousand years. Read the rest of this entry »