Feral goats live in the wild in many places around the world. They preserve the species’ survival skills and the genes of old and rare breeds that will help domestic goats survive climate change.
Read MoreFrom the smelly, drama-filled courting to birthing, there are a few things you should know about goat reproduction.
Read MoreWhy do goats flap their tongues and wag their tails? These are some of the courtship rituals goats use to attract mates. Read on for more signs of estrus (goat heat) and readiness for mating.
Read MoreBreeds that cycle year around include fainting goats, Kinder, Boer, Kiko, Nigerian Dwarf, Spanish, Pygmy, and sometimes Nubian goats. Alpine breeds experience heat cycles about mid-summer until the end of the year. Seasonal breeders include Alpine, LaMancha, Oberhasli, Saanen, and Toggenburg goats. Angoras are also seasonal.
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