September 19, 2025|Chickens, Farm Life, Gardening, Horses, Livestock, Sustainability, Tips
Hey farm gals, it’s Kara from Lange Girl Farms! September’s cooler days mean my animals—naturally—need extra care. My huskies love the chill, my horses graze less, and my chickens slow their laying. These holistic tips from 15 years of sustainable care keep my crew thriving—let’s get your animals fall-ready, farm girl style!
Tip 1: Boost Feed
More protein to the feed – think mealworms, maggots, crickets if possible for live food, otherwise changing from a 16% feed mix to a 22% or even 30% game bird feed can help or even mix in a bag of cat food into the chicken feed for some additional protein especially in fall when bugs are scarce. My ducks quacked for more; 15 years taught me fall appetites grow.
Tip 2: Warm Shelters
Add bedding —straw bales or pine shavings insulate. My minis shivered my first fall; years showed me cozy fixes.
Tip 3: Check Hooves
Trim and clean—hoof pick (https://amzn.to/4md58hi) for horses. My llama limped once; 15 years proved regular checks save pain.
Tip 4: Water Fresh
Clean waterers (https://amzn.to/46BVzUw)—cold slows drinking. My husky pup splashed stale water; years taught me daily refills.
Tip 5: Herbal Boost
Oregano for chickens—herb seeds(https://amzn.to/4gojlqy) grow it. My flock thrived; 15 years showed herbs fight fall bugs.
Conclusion
Fall animal care’s my September focus—15 years of natural love keep my crew happy. Try these tips; your animals’ll shine! Pin this for your homestead, and follow Lange Girl Farms for more animal care.
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