We've been there.

Even though we focus on raising healthy, vigorous animals on our homestead, occasionally something happens. A cow goes down. A ewe struggles after lambing. A dog suddenly won't eat. And when you pick up the phone, the vet starts asking questions you weren't prepared for.

In this episode, I sit down with longtime veterinarian Dr. Patrick Jones from ?@HomeGrownHerbalist? to talk about exactly what you should know before you call the vet.

We cover:
What "signalment" means (and why it matters)
The first vital you should always check
Why breed and age change everything
What your vet really wants to know about poop
How to tell if it's an emergency tonight or a tomorrow morning issue
The simple barn-side checks that can save time and stress

This conversation will help you feel calmer, more prepared, and more confident the next time something unexpected happens with your animals.

If you're raising livestock or caring for animals at home, this is information you'll want to tuck away before you need it.