Goat Breeds
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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Raising Mohair Goat Breeds for Fiber
Learn about the different mohair goat breeds for fiber, discover the different grades of wool, and how to care for your fluffy herd.
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Breed Profile: Finnish Landrace Goat
The Finnish Landrace goat has ancient origins in Finland. This rare goat breed is hardy, well adapted to a cold climate, and a highly productive milker.
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Breed Profile: Poitou Goat
The Poitou goat is known in France as native to the Marais Poitevin, in the ancient province of Poitou, western France.
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Breed Profile: Old Irish Goats
The endangered Old Irish goats are a symbol of Ireland’s past. See how conservationists are working to save them from near extinction.
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Breed Profile: San Clemente Island Goats
San Clemente Island goats are a critically-endangered landrace goat from California. They have a unique gene pool, descended from Creole goats imported to the Americas in the 1500s.
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Breed Profile: Alpine Dairy Goat
The Alpine goat has worldwide fame for dairy production and wethers make excellent pack goats once trained. Their colors, agility, and friendliness make them interesting and attractive companions.
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Breed Profile: Toggenburg Goat
The Toggenburg goat is a Swiss dairy goat of long-standing reputation. Although smaller than most dairy breeds, she yields well and has great conformation and character.
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Breed Profile: Saanen Goat
Saanen goat milk production per day, calm homebody temperament, and short hair make her the most popular goat for intensive dairy. So, how did she come by these qualities? Read on for more Saanen goat facts.
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