animal-welfare-livestock

Goat Body Language FAQ
July 1, 2023 · · Ownership

Goats have subtle ways of communicating, but we can learn goat body language and what different goat bleats mean, so that we can understand our goats’ needs and how to make herd management easier.

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How Do Goats Show Affection to Humans?
May 1, 2023 · · Ownership

Are goats affectionate and can they really love humans? The author gathers clues from animal behavior science and observing her herd.

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Elder Goat Care: Preparation and Treatment Tips
November 2, 2022 · · Health, Ownership

The elder goat needs special care to ensure good health and welfare. We need to give extra attention to diet, body condition, hooves, mobility, comfort, and signs of illness or inability to thrive. Here are some signs to look for and solutions we can offer.

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How Many Goats per Acre?
August 10, 2022 · · Ownership

How many goats per acre you can have to provide for pasture, space to forage, and enough feed for goats’ needs while remaining sustainable. Read on to find out how to estimate for your area.

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Goats Prefer People with Smiling, Happy Faces
March 14, 2019 · · Home Dairy, Ownership

Researchers aimed to find out by watching goats at Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats, England, and recording their reactions to photographs of different human expressions. They found that goats prefer people who were smiling.

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