Goat Breeds
Breed Profile: Somali Goat
The Somali goat or Galla goat is a hardy breed of Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya whose incredible ability to survive the heat and drought, while continuing to produce, is vital to east African pastoralists.
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Crossing Goat Breeds for Milk Production
Some people raise a particular goat breed for milk, some for meat, and still others for fiber. But many goat owners find that there are benefits to crossing certain goat breeds, depending on what their particular goals are, such as milk production.
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Breed Profile: Savanna Goats
Savanna goats are white South African meat goats that have adapted to the harsh environment of the African veld. They are hardy, fecund, and resilient in similar climates.
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Breed Profile: Oberhasli Goat
The Oberhasli goat is a Swiss dairy breed with sweet milk and friendly nature. Wethers are bold and make excellent pack goats.
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Saving the Arapawa Goats
“They’re a rare breed” is more than just an expression at a south-central Kansas zoo. Officials say the Arapawa “Island” Goat, also known as the New Zealand Arapawa goat, is one of the rarest in the world.
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Spring Rose the Geep: a Goat-Sheep Hybrid
Sheep have 54 chromosomes while goats have 60. Because of this difference in the number of chromosomes, their offspring rarely survive to birth and are usually aborted.
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Boer Goats: Beyond the Meat
Looking beyond the meat, Boer goats are snack hogs known for giving slobbery, whiskery goat kisses, and getting into mischief.
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Breed Profile: Myotonic Goats
Myotonic goats or Tennessee fainting goats are a unique American landrace of the southern states, perfectly bred for the region.
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Breed Profile: Pygmy Goats
Pygmy goats are of West African origin and are characterized by their short legs and face due to genetic dwarfism. Their sturdy bodies and hardiness confer utility in their native countries.
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Miniature Goat Breeds: What Exactly Makes a Goat Miniature?
Miniature goat breeds are small lines developed from larger parent breeds or from crossing a larger breed with a dwarf goat. It’s important to know how large your teacup goat will be full grown.
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