Herbs for Weight Gain?

[Rebekah CarmichaelStudent]

I have an elderly goat that needs to put on weight! Is there any herbs to aid in that?

• This topic was modified 1 year, 11 months ago by Rebekah Carmichael.

[Sydney AlixStudent]

I remember Doc mentioning how he used Turmeric to support a young dog with chronic weight loss, and that he had good success with it.

Is your goat eating well? Have you ruled out parasites with it yet? Parasites can greatly affect a goat’s weight, so that might be an area you may want to look into. There are also couple of health conditions that can cause weight loss, so if your goat is getting plenty to eat, and isn’t dealing with a heavy parasite load, you might want to consider talking to a vet.

[Rebekah CarmichaelStudentTopic Author]

This is my first elderly goat I have raised so it is a new deal to me. She used to be my most dependable goat. So I just wondered if there were any herbs. I doing an experiment with eggs. I had two skinny cats that I fed raw eggs to and they plumped up, so I’m trying it to her.

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

the combination of turmeric and fresh-ground black pepper markedly improves nutrient absorption

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

• This reply was modified 1 year, 8 months ago by Dr. Patrick Jones.

[Rebekah CarmichaelStudentTopic Author]

Thanks Mr. Jones.

Wow, I think this was my first post. I’ve made a lot more since then. The forum has been flooded by my wash of questions.

I love learning this stuff and you make enjoyable and I now like . . .

“Oh great! you cut your finger, can I treat it? I mean oh I’m sorry are you hurt bad? . . .

Really enjoying the school!

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