Know Your Hobby Animals: A Breed Encyclopedia: 172 Breed Profiles of Chickens, Cows, Goats, Pigs, and Sheep (Fox Chapel Publishing) A Compendium of Breed Characteristics, History, Personality, & More

Cows, sheep, and goats, oh my!172 breed profiles of a variety of chickens, sheep, cows, goats, and pigsInteresting information on each animal's unique characteristics, history, breeding, personality, and moreA complete compilation of the most popular farm animal breeds within the Know Your... book seriesPerfect for animal enthusiasts both young and old, and fans of the Know Your... seriesKnow Your Hobby Animals is your essential guide to discovering loads of interesting facts about 172 popular breeds of chickens, pigs, goats, cows, and sheep.Hobby farmers have the important role of caring for animal breeds that are popular and widespread, as well as those that are rare and no longer commercially viable. All these amazing animals have a long history of providing people with food, drink, and clothing for thousands of years, and they deserve to be protected and cared for properly.Inside this expansive compilation of the most popular farm animals within the Know Your... series, you'll learn all about each breed's unique attributes, history, breeding, and personalities. Discover the Dalesbred sheep that are happy to stay in one area without any fences, the agility-race-winning Pietrain pig, the Saanen that is dubbed "The Queen of Dairy Goats," the friendly Piemontese cow whose breed goes back at least 10,000 years, and so many more!At 192 pages, Know Your Hobby Animals: A Breed Encyclopedia is presented in a larger format than the popular pocket guides, and it's packed with the same engaging facts and high-quality photography.There's much to learn and appreciate about these incredible animals and their rich history and fascinating qualities. Fun and captivating, this collection will turn both the young and old into farm animal enthusiasts!"A visual and informative reference for every hobby farmer!"—Roger Sipe, editor, Hobby Farms and Chickens magazines Read more