I grew up on a 1000+ acre farm with crops and animals. As the eldest child I was in charge of learning all issues including medical of our farm animals by my Dad. These experiences allowed me as an adult to love the research and care of animals. In my younger adult life i worked with goats, milk cows, training and exercising horses. I received a Degree in Education and with retiring decided to go with smaller animals (less injuries) and since 2008 focus on backyard flocks of Chickens, ducks, turkeys and geese. With the help of a farm based veterinarians and deep research back to the 1600’s. I am not a licensed veterinarian. I do help with raising flocks in basic care, housing requirements, daily nutrition, minor medical issues. If I can not help by research for someone, I always recommend a veterinarian who has more knowledge and experience than me. No questions are stupid especially when you are first learning as I want people to grow and do what is best for their backyard flocks.