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Swelling Disease in Angora Goats
March 8, 2024 · · Health

Add to Favorites – By Dr. Erin Masur DVM When a goat person hears the words “swelling disease,” they may first think of common conditions such as a big head …

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Toltrazuril for Goats
March 7, 2024 · · Health

Add to Favorites TOLTRAZURIL, OR “TOLT” — check any forum, and you’ll find toltrazuril for goats recommended for its use to combat coccidia in goats. It’s a hot topic among …

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Understanding Zinc Deficiency in Goats
March 7, 2024 · · Health

Add to Favorites Zinc deficiency in goats more commonly seen skin and hair abnormalities, weight loss, stiffness of joints. Learn how to spot a problem. Minerals are perhaps one of …

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Listeriosis in Goats
March 7, 2024 · · Health

Add to Favorites Winter weather often means feeding stored feed, as pasture is no longer sufficient or available. In the Northern Hemisphere, snow may bury the field. The increased risk …

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Magnesium for Goats
March 4, 2024 · · Health

Add to Favorites -by Jaclyn De Candio Magnesium is a macronutrient essential for maintaining proper nerve and muscle function in ruminants. But supplementing magnesium for goats isn’t as simple as …

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Clean Kidding for Disease Prevention
March 4, 2024 · · Health

Goat kids are born with limited immune systems. Reducing their exposure to viruses and bacteria can reduce the likelihood of infection.

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Breed Profile: Payoya Goat
November 18, 2023 · · Goat Breeds

The Payoya goat is a heritage breed native to Andalusia, Spain, producing milk for artisan Spanish cheeses while managing natural landscapes.

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Livestock Record Keeping
September 1, 2023 · · Ownership

Livestock record keeping is a fundamental component of every goat breeding program. Learn what you need to keep track of to be successful.

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Liver Flukes in Goats: Parasites With a History
August 31, 2023 · · Health, Ownership

Since the early 1900s, liver flukes in goats have been a problem. Learn how treatments have changed and how we deal with them now.

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For The Love of the Kiko Meat Goat

Looking for a hardy meat goat that’s parasite resistant? The Kiko a great forager and requires little in the way of extra maintenance.

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