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Sheep & Goats for Australian Hobby Farms: Breeds, Grazing & Predator Control is a practical, plain-English guide for small landholders, hobby farmers, weekend farmers, and new livestock owners who want to keep sheep, goats, or both with more confidence.First published: 30 December 2025Updated edition: 31 May 2026Keeping sheep or goats on a small Australian property can be rewarding - but only when your land, fencing, pasture, water, health planning, and daily routines are set up properly from the start.Written specifically with Australian conditions in mind, this book walks you through the real decisions that matter before and after your first animals arrive: choosing suitable breeds, assessing your property, planning fences and shelters, managing pasture and feed, understanding drought and water needs, meeting biosecurity and identification requirements, buying animals wisely, and handling everyday husbandry.You will also find practical guidance on breeding, lambing and kidding, common health problems, worm control, predator risks, guardian animals, selling meat, milk, fibre, or live animals, and keeping useful farm records.This is not a glossy promise that sheep and goats are effortless. It is a practical guide for people who want honest information before they invest in animals, infrastructure, feed, and daily care.Inside you'll learn how to: - Compare sheep and goat breeds for Australian hobby farms- Plan fencing, shelter, water, and handling areas- Manage grazing, feeding, parasites, and seasonal pressure- Prepare for breeding, lambing, kidding, and predator control- Keep better records and make smarter small-farm decisionsIdeal for beginners and small-property owners, this book is designed to earn a permanent place on the shed shelf.
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