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Need some support with your goats? Take a look in one of our helpful caprine care guides!
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Can My Goat be Part of a Pet Therapy Program?
Pet therapy programs are currently taking off. People everywhere are realizing the benefits that can come from interaction with animals. Therapy animals come in many forms such as dogs, horses, llamas, rabbits, and yes, even goats.
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Breed Profile: Chèvre des Fossés
Add to Favorites Breed: chèvre des Fossés (ditch goat) or chèvre des Talus (bank goat) or chèvre commune de l’Ouest (landrace goat of western France). Origin: The chèvre des Fossés is …
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Policy Changes, Farmers, and MeWe vs. Facebook
Social media is always changing. It is very unfortunate when a change seems to hurt more people than it helps. Facebook policies are driving livestock owners to other sales avenues and the best social media alternatives.
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Back from the Vet: Gastrointestinal Parasites in Goats
There can be a multitude of reasons for any animal to be a poor doer. One common cause for animals not to thrive is gastrointestinal parasitosis.
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Goat Journal September/October 2019
The September/October 2019 issue of Goat Journal is now available! Subscribe for valuable stories on breeding season, predators, 13 goat symptoms you should NEVER ignore, and more!
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Pakistan Goat Competitions
When the Pakistan goat breeds were in danger of being lost, the competitions became a part of a national effort to preserve and improve them.
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13 Goat Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Before calling your veterinarian, take note of all goat symptoms and get a temperature reading using a rectal digital thermometer.
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Breed Profile: Kiko Goat
The Kiko goat was developed in New Zealand for meat production under harsh conditions. Kikos are hardy and adaptable, requiring minimal assistance with kidding and healthcare.
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Mixing Goat Breeds to Contain Meat Goats
Using barbed wire alone may contain the cattle but will not hold the goats. This study used two different breeds to determine if one particular breed had a higher fence crawling tendency then another breed.
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