Profitable Livestock

Step back in time to the early 20th century with this vintage guide to profitable livestock care. Originally published in 1919 by the Pratt Food Company, this book blends practical advice on raising horses, cattle, swine, sheep, and poultry with period-specific remedies and tonics. A fascinating look at how farmers of the past managed their animals — and the products they trusted.

What’s inside:

• 🐎 Horse care — feeding, colic prevention, hoof health, common ailments

• 🐄 Cattle — dairy and beef breeds, milk fever, abortion prevention, calf care

• 🐖 Swine — feeding programs, hog cholera prevention, pasture management

• 🐑 Sheep — lambing care, parasite control, wool and meat management

• 🐓 Poultry — breeds, housing, egg production, chick feeding, lice and mite remedies

• 🧴 Vintage ads & remedies — colic cures, lice powders, disinfectants, tonics

Delivered as a PDF scan of the original 1919 manual, complete with illustrations, testimonials, and period advertisements. Perfect for homestead history buffs, collectors, or educators exploring early farm practices.