86 | Can Goats and Chickens Live Together? What’s Safe, What’s Not, and How to Do It Right

Hi friends!  A lot of folks claim you have to keep goats and chickens separate. Others run them together year-round with no issues. So, which is actually right? Today we’re breaking down the real risks, the benefits, the newest research on coccidia, and the simple guidelines that make mixed housing work safely. And at the end, I’ll share a teaser for next week’s episode, where we’re talking all about coccidia—what it is, when it becomes deadly, and the management shifts that finally broke our yearly coccidiosis cycle.  Let’s get to it!   Related Episodes:   06 | What Livestock Should I Get First? My Top Pick for Your First Homestead Animals   20 | Lessons from Raising Livestock: 5 Problems That Can Be Avoided or Solved with a Good Mentor   21 | Seeking Sustainability?  How to Evaluate Options and Make Decisions with a Sustainability Mindset   31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter   Leave a review on Apple Podcasts + grab your free Kidding Due Date Chart: https://www.goatwise.com/kidding-chart   Join the insider email list: https://www.goatwise.com/join Email: [email protected] Instagram: @drycreekpastures More from the ranch: https://www.drycreekpastures.com   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for veterinary advice.