Answer:
I am born in fear raised in truth and I come to my own in deed. When comes a time that I'm called forth I come to serve the cause of need.
I am the home for feathery animals.
Brown I am and much admired; many horses have I tried; tire a horse and worry a man; tell me this riddle if you can.
When young I am sweet in the sun. When middle-aged I make you gay. When old I am valued more than ever.
I am a red drum which sounds without being touched, and grows silent, when touched. What am I?
It has no top or bottom, but it can hold flesh, bones, and blood all at the same time.