raising goats
The Secret Life of Goats: An Allonursing Dog Adopts a Goat
When Oreo came beneath her and latched onto a nipple, Patches stood patiently allowing him to nurse.
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Can Premature Goat Kids be Saved?
Premature kids need immediate intervention and special care. Evaluating the needs of a floppy kid as soon as possible helps you make an educated decision about your level of intervention.
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The Basics of Caring for Goats
When building a herd health program from the ground up, beginning with the basics of caring for goats is best. One needs to consider the basics of the environment for the herd, their nutrition program, hoof care, and fiber care.
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Beware Goat Toxins
A goat may not ingest much of a single toxin, but even small amounts can have negative impacts not immediately noticeable to the naked eye.
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Goat Hair Dye and Maunchie the Unicorn Goat!
One thing led to another, and before you knew it Kalie’s white La Mancha had a rainbow faux-hawk!
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What to Do for a Goat Horn Injury
Horns crack, chip, and break. Depending on where in the horn this occurs, a goat horn injury can range from unremarkable to life-threatening.
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Common Goat Hoof Problems
Goat hoof problems can cause lameness and lead to economic losses due to reduced food intake/weight gain, reduced milk production, and/or lower reproduction rates.
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Dehorning Goats: The What and Why
Horns serve a purpose: sexual competition, hierarchical status, protection from predators, attracting mates, and even a cooling method. For goat owners, the question is what to do with them.
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Saving a Weak Baby Goat
While most kids will arrive perfectly healthy and will need little assistance from you, knowing what to watch for and how to intervene quickly may enable you to save a weak baby goat.
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“What did the goats eat this time?”
Goats unfortunately cater to their curiosity with their mouths and eat many things they shouldn’t, causing gastrointestinal blockages.
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